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Postdoctoral Position - Computational Neuroimaging
Frankfurt am Main
Aktualität: 10.12.2024
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10.12.2024, Universitätsklinikum Frankfurt
Frankfurt am Main
Postdoctoral Position - Computational Neuroimaging
Über uns:
"Knowledge becomes health" - we are filling this motto with life every day, developing new ideas and improv-ing old-established knowledge. The University Hospital Frankfurt has existed since 1914. Our around 8,500 employees contribute with their skills and knowledge to the 33 specialist clinics, theoretical clinical institutes, and administrative departments. The close connection of health care with research and teaching, as well as a climate of collegiality, internationality, and cross-professional cooperation characterize the university hospital.
Aufgaben:
- We are looking for a Postdoctoral Researcher in Computational Neuroimaging with focus on imaging genetics/transcriptomics to join the research group of Prof. Dr. Christine Ecker in the Department of Child and Adolescent Psychiatry at the Universitätsmedizin Frankfurt. The successful applicant will be involved in research projects focusing on the integration of multi-modal human magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) data and genetic and/or transcriptomic data in the context of neurodevelopmental conditions.
- Conduct state-of-the-art research into the molecular underpinnings of neurodevelopmental conditions and work as part of a DFG-funded study entitled 'Transcriptomic Subtyping of Imaging-derived phenotypes in autism' ( https://gepris-extern.dfg.de/gepris/projekt/551579379 ).
- Develop novel analytical approaches for integrating neuroimaging and genetic data; disseminate resulting software for use within the wider scientific community.
- Apply these novel analytical techniques to existing large-scale imaging genetics cohorts (clinical and non-clinical).
- Teaching and supervision activities, knowledge dissemination, and publication of results in international peer-reviewed scientific journals.
Qualifikationen:
- Ph.D in Bioinformatics, I T/ Computer Science, or Software Engineering
- Interest in big data analytics, and solid programming skills in R, C++, Python o r MATLAB.
- Knowledge in (i) computational neuroimaging techniques and analysis using software packages like FreeSurfer, and/or (ii) expertise in conducting genetic analyses; e.g. Genome-Wise Association Studies (GWAS) and computation of polygenic risk scores (PRS).
- Experience in machine learning / artificial intelligence is desired
- Due to legal regulations, valid proof of measles immunity / measles vaccination is required.
Wir bieten:
- Collective agreement: In addition to an attractive salary based on a collective agreement with an annual special payment, you benefit from long-term security through company pension schemes
- Mobility: Free public transport in all Hessen (Free State Ticket Hessen)
- Campus: Our attractive university hospital campus offers a modern cafeteria, various cafes, and opportunities to rest in numerous green spaces. A walk on the riverside of the Main offers relaxation during breaks
- Work-Life-Balance: Part-time employment is possible, we offer childcare in our daycare center (if you have any questions, please contact UKF-Familienservice), child care during holidays
- Health Promotion: Benefit from our attractive health offers. We offer regular online and face-to-face courses on nutrition, relaxation, sports and exercise.
- Professional development: Internal and external training for your professional development
Unser Kontakt:
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Weitere Informationen:
Women are underrepresented in these positions at the University Hospital Frankfurt. Applications from women are therefore particularly welcome. Disabled applicants are preferred if they have the same personal and professional qualifications.
Berufsfeld
Öffentlicher Dienst, Verwaltung
Informationstechnologie, TK
IT/TK Softwareentwicklung
Forschung, Lehre
Forschung & Entwicklung
Biologische, Klinische F&E
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