Connectionists: Postdoctoral Research Fellows in Computational Neuroscience at the University of Hertfordshire, UK

[Volker Steuber]

Research Fellows in Computational Neuroscience
Biocomputation Research Group
University of Hertfordshire
UK

https://www.jobs.herts.ac.uk/go/053215

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Application deadline: 14 January 2024
FTE: 1 FTE (working 37 hours per week)
Duration of Contract: Fixed term contract until 31/12/2024 (extension expected pending funding availability)
Salary: UH7 £37,099 to £44,263 pa commensurate with skills and experience
Annual Leave: 35 days plus standard public holidays and an additional 4 days including the closure of our office between Christmas and New Year
Location: College Lane Campus, Hatfield, UK

Main duties and responsibilities
We are seeking to employ two full-time research fellows to join the Biocomputation Group at the University of Hertfordshire to conduct high-quality research in Computational Neuroscience. The successful candidate’s research will involve synergistic collaborations within a team of 16 PI in the US, UK and Canada towards understanding how odorants shape the behaviour of animals (https://odor2action.org ). The candidate will apply computational methods from Computational Neuroscience, AI, Machine Learning and/or Data Science in close collaboration with internationally leading experimental researchers who investigate the neurophysiology of the sense of smell, the dynamics of turbulent odorant plumes, and the structural biology of odorant receptors. Funding for international travel for research secondments is available.

The successful candidate will be embedded in an interdisciplinary team of computational researchers whose expertise spans Neuroscience, Machine Learning, Information Theory, Cheminformatics, Software Engineering, and Neurorobotics, providing a unique opportunity to learn and create impactful research at the interface of these disciplines. The exact research topic is flexible within the opportunities provided through the Odor2Action research consortium.

The preparation and publication of research manuscripts is a key aspect of the role. Contributions to the preparation of research proposals to funding bodies such as UK Research and Innovation (UKRI) and the European Commission are expected. The postholder will proactively create and exploit opportunities to maximise their research activity and engage with stakeholders to support impact.

Skills and Experience
The successful candidate will have a strong theoretical, computational and programming background in Computational Neuroscience and/or AI and/or Machine Learning and/or Data Science, evidenced e.g. by a degree in a relevant discipline or suitable professional experience. Will have demonstrated capability to apply computational methods for research discovery, e.g., through peer-reviewed research papers or monographs. The ability to conduct independent research, usually evidenced by a PhD or comparable research qualification. Proficiency in written and oral English. The candidate would ideally have experience in olfaction research and evidence of prior interdisciplinary research collaboration. Contribution to software packages and experience in releasing code are beneficial.

Qualifications Required
A minimum of an undergraduate honours degree in Computer Science, Physics, Mathematics, Neuroscience, Chemistry, Biology or a related discipline, and a PhD (or close to completion) in a relevant discipline.

An appointment to this role may require an Academic Technology Approval Scheme (ATAS) certificate.

Contact Details for Informal Enquiries
Professor Volker Steuber, v.steuber at herts.ac.uk

Closing date: 14 January 2024
Interview date: TBC (Online)
Reference number: 053215
Date advert placed: 14 December 2023

Our vision is to transform lives: UH is committed to Equality, Diversity and Inclusion and building a diverse community. We welcome applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates regardless of their protected characteristics and recognise there are different ways applicants may achieve the criteria in this document. We offer a range of employee benefits including generous annual leave, flexible location opportunities within the UK, discounted Sports Village memberships and free Active Staff sessions, personal and professional development and family-friendly policies. #GoHerts

Apply online at https://www.jobs.herts.ac.uk/go/053215



Volker Steuber
Professor of Computational Neuroscience
Biocomputation Research Group
School of Physics, Engineering and Computer Science
University of Hertfordshire
College Lane, Hatfield, AL10 9AB, UK
biocomputation.herts.ac.uk<http://biocomputation.herts.ac.uk>

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