Open PhD-position : Complex Dynamical Systems / Cognitive System Theory
At the Institute for Theoretical Physics,
University of Frankfurt am Main,
Field(s): complex systems, cognitive systems,
neural networks, dynamical system theory
Application deadline: March 15, 2013
Supervisor: Prof. Claudius Gros
E-mail: cgr at itp.uni-frankfurt.de
Address: Institute for Theoretical Physics,
Goethe University Frankfurt,
Job description:
Applications are invited for a fully funded PhD position at the
Institute for Theoretical Physics, Frankfurt University.
The general focus of the research group is the development
of the theory of complex and cognitive systems:
generating principles, functionality and control.
The focus of the work will be on models for the self-generated
brain dynamics including generating functionals and working
principles for the sensorimotor loop. The work will include
analytical investigations and numerical simulations of neural
networks, within the framework of dynamical system theory.
The candidates should have a Diploma/Master in physics with
an excellent academic track record and good computational skills,
preferable with JAVA or C++. Experience or strong interest in
the fields of complex systems, dynamical system theory
and/or artificial or biological cognitive systems is expected.
The degree of scientific research experience is expected to
be on the level of a German Diploma/Master.
The appointments will start summer 2013, for
up to three years.
Interested applicants should submit a curriculum vitae,
a list of publications and arrange for two letters of
reference to be sent to the address below.
Prof. Dr. C. Gros
Institute for Theoretical Physics
Goethe University Frankfurt
Max-von-Laue-Str. 1
60438 Frankfurt am Main
Germany
cgr at itp.uni-frankfurt.de
http://itp.uni-frankfurt.de/~gros
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*** Prof. Dr. Claudius Gros ***
*** +49 (0)69 798 47818 ***
*** http://itp.uni-frankfurt.de/~gros ***
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--- Complex and Adaptive Dynamical Systems, A Primer ---
--- A graduate-level textbook, Springer (2008/09/10) ---
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