Postdoctoral position in Brain Computer Interface

UNIL is a leading international teaching and research institution, with over 5,000 employees and 17,000 students split between its Dorigny campus, CHUV and Epalinges. As an employer, UNIL encourages excellence, individual recognition and responsibility.

Prof. Henri Lorach within an interdisciplinary team at UNIL is seeking a 1st Assistant with expertise in deep learning and brain computer interfaces to develop neuroprosthetic strategies to restore neurological functions.

Expected start date in position: 01.05.2024 / to be agreed

Contract length: 1 year, renewable on agreement

Activity rate: 100%

Workplace: University of Lausanne, NeuroRestore center (CHUV)

The candidate will contribute to the development of Brain Computer Interfaces using non-invasive and invasive recording modalities towards various neuroprosthetic applications. In particular, towards the implementation of a digital bridge between the brain and the spinal cord to restore mobility after paralysis. The selected postdoctoral fellow will implement Large Language Models and similar deep learning strategies to model brain activity and test these models in several downstream tasks such as denoising, decoding and data augmentation.

• A PhD degree in Computational Neuroscience or related field (required)
• Communication skills in English (required), French is a bonus
• Python programming, deep learning, neural signal processing techniques (required)
• Experience in large language models, multimodal learning, experimental data acquisition (desired)
• Scientific writing and interpersonal skills

We offer a highly motivating working place in a multicultural, diverse and dynamic academic environment with great opportunities for professional training.

Informal requests for further information can be made by email to:

Prof. Henri Lorach

University of Lausanne

Bâtiment Champ de l'Air

Rue du Bugnon 21

CH-1005 Lausanne - SWITZERLAND

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To apply for this job, please send a cover letter, your curriculum vitae with past research background and publications, a motivation letter and a copy of your degrees and the name of three references.

Deadline:

Application deadline: 12.04.2024

Please, send your full application in PDF, which should contains:

1. A cover letter outlining your relevant work experience and research interests.

2. A comprehensive curriculum vitae (CV) detailing your academic qualifications, professional experience, and research accomplishments. Please include a list of your publications, including any conference presentations or patents, if applicable.

3. Contact information for three referees who can provide insights into your qualifications and research capabilities.

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