Required qualifications: 

• Ph.D. in computational neuroscience or a related field (e.g., machine learning, engineering, computer science, physics)
• Publication record in neuroscience, ideally including collaborative experimental-theoretical publications 
• A solid programming background, ideally including machine learning skills (e.g., Python, NEURON, Linux, TensorFlow, PyTorch)
• Excellent oral and written skills in English language

Desired qualifications: 

• Highly motivated and creative individuals willing to work in a dynamic, multidisciplinary environment
• Demonstrated ability to collaborate with experimental and theoretical neuroscientists

Evaluation criteria

Maximum score

1.

Ph.D. in computational neuroscience or a related field 

YES / NO

2.

Publications in Neuroscience, ideally including collaborative experimental-theoretical publications (1-2 publications = 10 points, 3-5 publications including collaborative ones = 20 points, > 5 publications including collaborative ones, 30 points)

30

3.

Programming skills (Python, NEURON, Linux, TensorFlow, PyTorch) (Python, Neuron, Linux = 10 points, Additional ML languages like TensorFlow/Pytorch 25 points)

25

4.

Excellent oral and written skills in English language (B1: 7 points, B2: 8 points, C1: 9 points, C2: 10 points)

10

5.

Interview where the following skills will be assessed:

1. Experience in developing computational models of neuronal circuits (5 points)
2. Experience in developing machine learning models and applying them on neuroscience problems (10 points)
3. Organization and communication skills (10 points)

25

6.

Reference letters (Excellent: 10 points, Very good: 5 points)

10

Total score

100

Contract Duration: Full Time, Fixed Term. for 1 year with the possibility of extension for 2-3 more years

Total budget: Commensurate with experience: 26k€ - 36k€ per annum (including benefits) (incl. tax and social security)

Envisaged starting date: from 1st November 2024

Deadline for the submission of applications: September 25th, 2024 @ 13:00 (Greece time)

The application should consist of:

1. Application Form (see below)

2. CV

3. Brief statement of purpose

4. The names and contact details of two referees

5. Scanned copies of academic titles

6. Scanned copies proving all the qualifications

Submission of applications:  par0664@imbb.forth.gr  

Evaluation procedure

Applications will be evaluated by a three-member evaluation committee. In case of interview procedure, applicants will be invited to participate in person or teleconference.

In case of titles and qualifications awarded by foreign Higher Education Institutions, the provisions of the Law 55/2023 (article 36) and 4957/2022 (article 304) are implemented.

The results of the selection will be announced on the website of IMBB-FORTH. Applicants have the right to appeal the selection decision, by addressing their written objection to the IMBB secretariat within five days since the results announcement on the web. Objections are submitted in one of the following ways: in person, by an authorized person, by post, by courier. They also have the right to access (a) the files of the applicants as well as (b) the table of applicants’ scores (ranking of applicants results). All the above information related to the selection procedure will be available at the secretariat of IMBB-FORTH in line with the Hellenic Data Protection Authority. Access to personal data of co- applicants shall be limited to personal data (and relevant data) and supporting documents which have been the basis of the evaluation of the applicants for the specific post(s). Prior to the announcement of the personal data and/or documents of the co- applicants to the applicant, FORTH will inform the data subjects in an appropriate way.

The selected applicants will be notified personally regarding the success of his/her application and will be requested to submit certified copies of his/her degrees. If the submitted documents do not agree with the original application, the applicant will be dismissed. 

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