Job Description
Are you interested in computational neuroscience? Can you program in Python?
Our research group studies spatial naviagation and learning and memory using computational models. We are continually looking for students to help with our research projects. Tasks may include writing Python scripts, creating unit tests, documenting existing scripts, analysing neural and behavioural data. We use techniques from deep reinforcement learning, spiking neural networks, etc.
How to Apply
Send your CV together with your most recent transcripts as a single PDF by email to Vinita Samarasinghe at samarasinghe@ini.rub.de .
Please note that it takes a few weeks to evaluate your application and then approximately 6 weeks to process the paperwork. Hence you should apply at least 8 weeks before the beginning of the semester.
Requirements
- You must be currently enrolled at a German university and maintain this status for at least one year from the start of your contract,
- be able to program in Python,
- communicate in English fluently,
- work well in a group.
Ruhr University Bochum is committed to equal opportunity in employment and gender equality in its working environment. To increase gender distribution in all job categories and at all levels, we strongly encourage applications from qualified women. Female applicants will be given preferential consideration when their level of qualification, competence and professional achievements equals that of male candidates, unless arguments based on the personal background of a male co-applicant prevail. Applications from appropriately qualified handicapped persons are also encouraged.