Dear all,
The Department of Neurology at the Max Planck Institute for Human
Cognitive and Brain Sciences in Leipzig and the IFB Adiposity Diseases
at the Medical Center Leipzig offer 2 PhD positions in the newly founded
Research Group “Obesity and Aging”, headed by Dr Veronica Witte. We aim
to determine the effects of obesity, dietary habits and other
lifestyle-related factors on the aging brain, and to shed light on
potential underlying mechanisms including an individual’s genetic
background. Therefore, we use functional and structural magnetic
resonance imaging (MRI), behavioural data, peripheral markers, and
genotyping in large cohorts of younger and older humans.
Under supervision, the successful applicant will work independently on
MRI analyses, statistical analyses, literature research and manuscript
drafting as well as on the development of new projects. Participation in
the group’s journal club and attendance at meetings is expected. We are
looking for a motivated, self-organized, and team-oriented PhD student,
holding a Master’s degree (or equivalent) in the disciplines
neuroscience/biomedical sciences (psychology, biology, medicine,
bioinformatics...). Previous experience in statistics, epidemiology,
dealing with large datasets, neuroimaging methods, neuropsychological
testing, neuroanatomy, imaging genetics or programming skills are an
advantage. Fluent English is necessary.
We offer the challenging, dynamic, innovative, international, and
multidisciplinary environment of the Max Planck Institute for Human
Cognitive and Brain Sciences in the beautiful city of Leipzig, with
state-of-the-art facilities for MRI (7 T and 3T) and possibilities to
engage in multiple cooperations.
Please send your application including a letter of motivation (up to one
page), CV, academic certificates and the names of 2 referees via email
to Dr Veronica Witte, witte(a)cbs.mpg.de
Deadline for application: until position is filled.
The salary is based on the E 13 TV-L salary scale (1/2). In order to
increase the proportion of female staff members, applications from
female scientists are particularly encouraged. Disabled applicants are
preferred if qualification is equal.
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