Postdoc Position in Neuroscience

Masaryk University

Department: Erik D. Fagerholm Research Group, Computational Neuroscience – Faculty of Medicine, Masaryk University
Location: Brno, Czech Republic
Deadline: January 31, 2026
Start Date: April 2026 or upon agreement
Job Type: Full-time
Field: Science and Research

Position Overview

The Medical Faculty of Masaryk University invites applications for a two-year postdoctoral position in computational neuroscience. The position is within the newly established Erik D. Fagerholm Research Group at the First Department of Neurology.

The group aims to develop robust computational frameworks to better understand information processing across multiple scales in neuronal systems:

• Microscopic: Individual neurons
• Mesoscopic: Neuronal circuits
• Macroscopic: Entire brain regions

This research seeks to bring rigorous physical and mathematical frameworks into neuroscience and build bridges between computational and clinical neuroscience, particularly for the identification and intervention of epileptic seizures.

The candidate will have opportunities to co-supervise PhD students, pursue independent scientific ideas, and enjoy academic freedom typical of personal research fellowships.

Candidate Requirements

Essential Qualifications:

• Ph.D. (or equivalent) awarded within the past 7 years and at least 2 years of research experience outside the Czech Republic within the past 3 years (≥0.5 FTE),
  OR Ph.D. from an international institution awarded within the past 3 years
• Publication record of at least three research outputs in the past three years, with at least two in Q1 journals (Web of Science)

Preferred Skills and Experience:

• Experience analyzing neuroimaging timeseries (EEG, fMRI)
• Expertise in mathematical modeling of cross-scale neural systems
• Experience implementing computational neural models using MATLAB, Python, or similar
• Experience applying computational models to clinical applications, particularly epilepsy

Application Materials

Applicants must include:

1. Comprehensive CV detailing publication history
2. Copy of Ph.D. diploma
3. Contact information for two referees
4. Description of research focus and intended project, including its relevance in the field
5. Documents validating:
   • Two full years of work experience outside the Czech Republic in the past three years, and/or
   • Proof of Ph.D. from a foreign institution

Applications must be submitted via e-application.

For inquiries: Martina Vrablikova – vrablikova@med.muni.cz

What We Offer

• Access to core facilities and state-of-the-art imaging and sequencing technologies
• Competitive salary commensurate with skills and experience
• Initial two-year appointment
• Opportunities to collaborate with a professional, internationally-connected research team
• Dedicated welcome service for the successful candidate and family

Additional Information

• Medical Faculty: https://www.med.muni.cz/en
• Masaryk University: https://www.muni.cz/en
• Brno City Guide: https://www.gotobrno.cz/en/

Note: As part of the selection procedure, applicants may be assessed according to Masaryk University Directive No. 1/2025 – Knowledge Security. Personal information such as date and place of birth may be requested.

Deadline for submission: January 31, 2026

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