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  • Postdoctoral position in clinical neuroscience

    Postdoctoral position, 80-100 %


    University of Fribourg - Faculty of Science and Medicine
    Hospital of Fribourg – Department of Neurology

    The research of Prof. Dr. med. Selma Aybek and her team focusses on Functional Neurological Disorders (FND). The team is working interdisciplinary, involving neurologists, engineers, psychologists and neuroscientists in order to merge our expertise in conducting clinical research, aiming to better understand this disabling disorder and ultimately help the numerous patients suffering from FND. We design studies to investigate pathoethiological risk factors, pathophysiological mechanisms and study potential treatment options.
    We are looking for an enthusiastic candidate with excellent technical skills and track record (i.e., publications in high ranking journals) to join our research group.

    Your responsibilities
    • Independently plan and conduct scientific studies (e.g., ethical application, elaboration of study design, recruitment, collection and storage of data).
    • Work in direct contact with patients and healthy participants.
    • Autonomous data analysis and critical interpretation.
    • Presenting results in national and international conference and publish in peer-reviewed journals.
    • Supervision of junior team members.

    Your profile
    • You have a PhD in psychology, neuroscience, neurobiology, biomedical engineering or similar.
    • Expert knowledge in MRI/fMRI analysis is required.
    • Experience in EEG, TMS and/or augmented/virtual reality is an advantage.
    • You are experienced with Matlab and neuroimaging analysis tools (SPM, FSL, EEGLAB, Cartool, Ragu or similar) and statistical tools (R, Stata or similar).
    • You have a strong interest in neuroscientific methods as well as in elaborating potential treatment options for neuropsychiatric disorders.
    • You are fluent in English and have a good knowledge of German or French.
    • You demonstrate good communication, organizational and teamwork skills.

    What we offer

    We offer a postdoctoral position in a dynamic work environment starting July 2024 (or as agreed), which will be remunerated according to the guidelines of the University of Fribourg.

    Application

    Please send your application documents (including your CV, cover letter, list of publications, references) as a single PDF file to Francine Neuhaus and Janine Bühler (francine.neuhaus@h-fr.ch; janine.buehler@unifr.ch).

    In case of questions, please feel free to contact Janine Bühler (janine.buehler@unifr.ch). Applications will be reviewed until the position has been filled.

  • INTERSHIP POSITION : Minimum 6 month

    The IC Stoke Team is looking for a student to collaborate on their research projects in Switzerland.

    The student will have the opportunity to work in an international and highly motivating environment. The project involves the development of a new model of subcortical stroke in non-human primates and of cortico-spinal rehabilitation technologies for the recovery of arm and hand movements.

    The student will help with the management and setup of behavioral tasks, and participate to scientific discussions and data analysis.

    Prerequisites

    • Knowledge in English
    • Basic Knowledge in Matlab
    • Positive and pro-active attitude

    New Knowledge

    • Software: Vicon, Nexus, Matlab
    • Tasks: Kuka Robot, calibration, execution
    • Data analysis : Tracking, progam execution

    Interested persons lacking one or more of these requirements will be also considered according to the specific case.

    Contact
    Dr. Charles Latchoumane, latchoumane.c@gmail.com

     

  • Laboratory technician 50% Neuroscience Department

    Description

    The Boya Lab is looking for a motivated laboratory technician starting from 01.01.2025 at 50%, for a one-year period, renewable.

    We look forward to receiving your application, including a motivation letter, a two pages CV, and at least one letter of reference in a single pdf file.

    Research

    The Boya lab uses cellular and animal models to understand the physiological roles of autophagy in the nervous system and its implications during disease.

    For more information about the lab:
    https://www.unifr.ch/med/de/research/group/boya/

    Requirements

    ° CFC of laboratory technician or equivalent title

    ° Experience in the field of molecular and cellular biology

    ° Strong motivation to learn new techniques (animals handling, microscopy, FACS, histology, etc.)

    ° The official language in the laboratory is English. Good knowledge of English is required.

    Offerings

    Dynamic, stimulating and supporting environment, also offering numerous opportunities for continuing education.

    Information and submission of applications

    Prof. Patricia Boya
    patricia.boya@unifr.ch

    Informal enquiries can also be adressed to:

    Rocio Benítez Fernández
    Rocio.benitezfernandes@unifr.ch
    Téléphone : 026 300 85 08 

    Anne Oberson
    Anne.oberson@unifr.ch
    Téléphone : 026 300 85 03

    Application deadline : 8 novembre 2024

    Start date : 01.01.2025