Connectionists: Open PhD position at the Goethe University Frankfurt / Germany

[Claudius Gros]

I would like to brink your attention our 
PhD-program in

Computational Neurosciences / Complex Dynamical Systems

  at the Institute of Theoretical Physics,
  Goethe University Frankfurt, Germany

Field(s): computational neurosciences, complex systems,
          theory neural networks, simulated robotics, 
          game theory, dynamical systems.

Application deadline: October 30, 2022 

Contact: Prof. Claudius Gros,
         cgr[@]itp.uni-frankfurt.de 

We are developing new models and generative principles 
for complex systems, using a range of toolsets from 
dynamical systems theory, game theory, and the 
neurosciences. Examples are self-generated gaits for 
animals and robotic systems, criticality in autonomous 
networks, as well as investigations of the 'tragedy 
of the commons'. Several subjects are available for 
the announced PhD thesis, depending on the background 
of the successful candidate. The work will include 
analytical investigations and numerical simulations.

The candidate must have a Diploma/Master in physics, 
an excellent academic track record and good computational 
skills. Experience or strong interest in the fields of 
complex systems, computational neurosciences and dynamical 
systems theory is expected. The degree of scientific 
research experience needs to be on the level of a German 
Diploma/Master

The appointment will start late 2022 / early 2023, 
for up to three years. Interested applicants must 
submit a curriculum vitae, a list of publications 
and copies of the academic record. Name, affiliation 
and email of one or more potential references are to be given. 

Claudius Gros
http://www.itp.uni-frankfurt.de/~gros
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The Johann Wolfgang Goethe University Frankfurt am Main 
is with over 46,000 students and around 4,600 employees 
one of the largest universities in Germany. Founded in 
1914 by Frankfurt citizens and again in the legal form 
of a foundation since 2008, the Goethe University has 
a high level of independence, modernity and professional 
diversity. As a comprehensive university, the Goethe 
University Frankfurt offers and has 100 degree programs 
on five campuses in a total of 16 departments an 
outstanding research strength.

The time limit for academic staff is based on the 
provisions of the Academic Term Contract Act in 
conjunction with the Hessian Higher Education Act. 
The university advocates equal rights for women and 
men and therefore encourages women to apply. Disabled 
applicants with equal qualification will be given 
preferential consideration. 

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### Prof. Dr. Claudius Gros
### http://itp.uni-frankfurt.de/~gros
### 
### Complex and Adaptive Dynamical Systems, A Primer   
### A graduate-level textbook, Springer (2008/10/13/15)
### 
### Life for barren exoplanets: The Genesis project
### https://link.springer.com/article/10.1007/s10509-016-2911-0
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