Postdoctoral Researcher - Computational and Theoretical Neuroscience

Open postdoctoral and Ph.D. positions. We seek outstanding applicants who are interested in developing theoretical models to investigate fundamental questions in Computational and Theoretical Neuroscience. The selected candidates will be working on questions addressing how brain computations emerge from the dynamics of the underlying neural circuits and how the neural code is shaped by computational needs and biological constraints of the brain. To tackle these questions, we employ a multidisciplinary approach that combines state-of-the-art modeling techniques and theoretical frameworks, which include but are not limited to data-driven circuit models, biologically realistic deep learning models, abstract neural network models, machine learning methods, and analysis of the neural code. Our research team, the Theoretical and Computational Neuroscience Laboratory, is on the main UCLA campus and enjoys close collaborations with the world-class neuroscience community at UCLA. The lab, led by Mario Dipoppa, is a cooperative and vibrant environment where all members are offered excellent scientific training and career mentoring. We have multiple open positions at different levels. For all these positions, we offer competitive salaries and benefits. Our lab and UCLA provide visa support for international candidates. Postdoctoral positions: We are looking for candidates, who are eager to solve fundamental questions with a creative mindset. Candidates should have a strong publication track record in Computational Neuroscience or a related quantitative field, including but not limited to Computer Science, Machine Learning, Engineering, Bioinformatics, Physics, Mathematics, and Statistics. Candidates holding or about to obtain a Ph.D. degree, who are interested in joining the laboratory as postdoctoral researchers should submit: a CV including a publication list; a copy of a publication or preprint in which they played a significant role; a research statement of maximum two pages describing past research and career goals; and a list of names and contact information of three academic referees. We strongly encourage candidates to apply early, as applications will be reviewed until the positions are filled. The positions are available immediately, with a flexible starting date. Please submit the application materials as a single PDF file with your full name in the file name to mdipoppa@g.ucla.edu. Informal inquiries are welcome.