Connectionists: Open PhD-Position - Modelling bumblebee goal finding

[Jens Peter Lindemann]

PhD-Position: Modelling bumblebee goal finding
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A PhD Position is open in the Neurobiology Group of Bielefeld University.

The PhD project is part of the DFG-funded project "Cue integration by 
bumblebees during navigation in uncertain environments with multiple 
goal options: Behavioural analysis in virtual reality and computational 
modelling" in an international research team. Bumblebees can be trained 
to prefer certain places or objects in a virtual environment through 
appropriate rewarding. In a close integration of two PhD projects, one 
with a focus on VR behaviour experiments and the other focussing on 
computational modelling and simulation, we are investigating the 
mechanisms underlying these learning and orientation performances.

Your Tasks
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The applicant is expected to design and implement models for behavioral 
control of bumblebees, test them in computer simulations, contribute to 
VR experiments with bumblebees, and collaborate intensively with other 
project participants.

Your Profile
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We expect completed relevant scientific university studies (e. g. Master 
or Diploma) in a pertinent natural science, engineering, computer 
science or mathematics, strong interest in mechanisms of insect 
navigation and neuroethology, and good programming skills in at least 
one programming language (preferably Python).

We offer
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A fixed-term positon (36 months, fulltime, salary according to 
remuneration level 13 TV-L) in the collegial working environment.

Application
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We are looking forward to receiving your application. To apply, please 
preferably use our online form: https://tinyurl.com/yc26rewv

For more information please contact Jens.Lindemann at Uni-Bielefeld.DE

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Jens Peter Lindemann <Jens.Lindemann at Uni-Bielefeld.DE>
      Neurobiology & CITEC - Bielefeld University
       +49 521 106 5576 - https://www.cit-ec.de/