Flatiron Research Fellow, Center for Computational Neuroscience
- Employer
- Simons Foundation
- Location
- New York, United States
- Salary
- Salary Not specified
- Date posted
- Oct 22, 2021
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- Position Type
- Jobs Outside Academe, Non-profit & Government Organizations
- Employment Level
- Fellowship
- Employment Type
- Full Time
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POSITION SUMMARY
Applications are invited for Flatiron Research
Fellowships (FRF) at the Center for Computational Neuroscience. The
CCN FRF program offers the opportunity for postdoctoral research in
areas that have strong synergy with one or more of the existing
research groups at CCN or other centers at the Flatiron Institute.
CCN FRF's will be assigned a primary mentor from a CCN research
group or project, though affiliations and collaborations with other
research groups within CCN and throughout the Flatiron Institute
are encouraged. In addition to carrying out an independent research
program, Flatiron Research Fellows are expected to: disseminate
their results through scientific presentations, publications, and
software release, collaborate with other members of the CCN or
Flatiron Institute, and participate in the scientific life of the
CCN and Flatiron Institute by attending seminars, colloquia, and
group meetings. Flatiron Research Fellows may have the opportunity
to organize workshops and to mentor graduate and undergraduate
students.
The mission of CCN is to develop theories, models, and
computational methods that deepen our knowledge of brain function —
both in health and in disease. CCN takes a “systems" neuroscience
approach, building models that are motivated by fundamental
principles, that are constrained by properties of neural circuits
and responses, and that provide insights into perception, cognition
and behavior. This cross-disciplinary approach not only leads to
the design of new model-driven scientific experiments, but also
encapsulates current functional descriptions of the brain that can
spur the development of new engineered computational systems,
especially in the realm of machine learning. CCN currently has
research groups in computational vision, neural circuits and
algorithms, neuroAI and geometry, and statistical analysis of
neural data; interested candidates should review the CCN public website
for specific information on CCN's research areas.
Review of applications for positions starting between
July and October 2022 will begin in mid-January 2022.
Application Materials
THE SIMONS FOUNDATION'S DIVERSITY COMMITMENT Many of the greatest ideas and discoveries come from a diverse mix of minds, backgrounds and experiences, and we are committed to cultivating an inclusive work environment. The Simons Foundation actively seeks a diverse applicant pool and encourages candidates of all backgrounds to apply. We provide equal opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, religion, color, age, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic disposition, neurodiversity, disability, veteran status or any other protected category under federal, state and local law.
- Cover letter (optional);
- Curriculum Vitae with bibliography;
- Research statement of no more than three pages describing past work and proposed research program. Applicants are encouraged to discuss the broad impact of the past and proposed research on computational neuroscience. Applicants should also indicate the primary CCN group(s) with which they'd seek to conduct research, and any desired affiliation with other Flatiron Centers.
- Three (3) letters of recommendation submitted confidentially by direct email to ccnjobs@simonsfoundation.org
- PhD in computational neuroscience or a relevant technical field such as electrical engineering, machine learning, statistics, physics, or applied math.
- Flexible multi-disciplinary mindset;
- Strong interest and experience in the scientific study of the brain;
- Demonstrated abilities in analysis, software and algorithm development, modeling and/or scientific simulation;
- Ability to do original and outstanding research in neuroscience;
- Ability to work well independently as well as in a collaborative team environment.
THE SIMONS FOUNDATION'S DIVERSITY COMMITMENT Many of the greatest ideas and discoveries come from a diverse mix of minds, backgrounds and experiences, and we are committed to cultivating an inclusive work environment. The Simons Foundation actively seeks a diverse applicant pool and encourages candidates of all backgrounds to apply. We provide equal opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, religion, color, age, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic disposition, neurodiversity, disability, veteran status or any other protected category under federal, state and local law.
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