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Harvard University Postdoctoral Fellow in Theoretical Neuroscience and/or Theory of Neural Computation in Cambridge, Massachusetts
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Title Postdoctoral Fellow in Theoretical Neuroscience and/or Theory of Neural Computation
School Harvard John A. Paulson School of Engineering and Applied Sciences
Department/Area Applied Mathematics
Position Description
A postdoctoral position is available in Cengiz Pehlevan’s group at Harvard University. We are looking for candidates with strong analytical and numerical skills, and backgrounds in (theoretical) neuroscience, applied mathematics, physics, engineering, computer science, or related fields. Our research areas are in theoretical neuroscience and the theory of neural computation in natural and artificial systems. The successful candidate will have the opportunity to join our ongoing projects and/or pursue new directions. For recent publications, see pehlevan.seas.harvard.edu. For questions, please send an e-mail to cpehlevan@seas.harvard.edu.
The position is funded for multiple years, with an initial one-year appointment and expectation of extension contingent on satisfactory progress. Review of applications will begin immediately. Ideal start date is around September 2023, but is flexible.
Basic Qualifications
A Ph.D in (theoretical) neuroscience, applied mathematics, physics, engineering, computer science, or related fields.
Additional Qualifications
Special Instructions
An application must include:
CV (including full contact information)
At least two to three letters of recommendation
A short statement of research interests
SEAS is dedicated to building a diverse and welcoming community, and we strongly encourage applications from historically underrepresented groups.
Contact Information
Cengiz Pehlevan
Contact Email cpehlevan@seas.harvard.edu
Equal Opportunity Employer
Harvard is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion, creed, national origin, ancestry, age, protected veteran status, disability, genetic information, military service, pregnancy and pregnancy-related conditions, or other protected status.
Minimum Number of References Required 2
Maximum Number of References Allowed 3
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