PhD Positions in Cognitive Neuroscience and Computer Vision 2020

The University of Amsterdam is seeking 2 PhD candidates who are interested in the computations underlying visual perception in the human brain, who like to bridge research insights developed in neuroscience, artificial intelligence and psychology. The PhD projects will involve working with computational models of vision, including deep neural networks, as well as collection and analysis of human neuroimaging data. 

Eligibility for PhD Positions in Cognitive Neuroscience and Computer Vision 2020:

• A Master’s degree in Neuroscience, Cognitive Neuroscience, Psychology, Computational Science, Artificial Intelligence, or a related field;
• a strong interest in computational modeling of perceptual processes;
• a strong interest in, and preferably existing experience with, human neuroimaging data collection and analysis (e.g., fMRI or EEG);
• a strong interest in computer vision and machine learning;
• excellent programming skills, for example in Matlab, Python, or C/C++;
• solid mathematics foundations, especially statistics and linear algebra;
• a proactive and independent mindset;
• strong communication, presentation and writing skills and excellent command of English.

Value of PhD Positions in Cognitive Neuroscience and Computer Vision 2020:

• Offers EUR 2,325 to EUR 2,972 gross per month.