<div dir="ltr"><div>Dear colleagues,</div><br><div>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="text-align:justify;margin:0in 0in 0.0001pt"><font size="2"><span style="font-family:arial,sans-serif">I am recruiting <font size="2"><span style="font-family:arial,sans-serif"><b><span>PhD students and
Postdocs</span></b></span></font><font size="2"><span style="font-family:arial,sans-serif"> </span></font>for my lab at the Hertie Institute for Clinical Brain Research at the University of Tuebingen. The lab is</span></font><font size="2"><span style="font-family:arial,sans-serif"> studying network dynamics
underlying cognitive processing and sleep physiology, primarily using intracranial human recordings. The positions are fully funded for three years, with a possible extension. <br></span></font></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="text-align:justify;margin:0in 0in 0.0001pt"><font size="2"><span style="font-family:arial,sans-serif"><br></span></font></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="text-align:justify;margin:0in 0in 0.0001pt"><font size="2"><span style="font-family:arial,sans-serif">
</span></font></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="text-align:justify;margin:0in 0in 0.0001pt"><font size="2"><span style="font-family:arial,sans-serif">For further information please see the job ad below and<span></span></span></font><font size="2"><span style="font-family:arial,sans-serif"></span></font><font size="2"><span style="font-family:arial,sans-serif"><b> <a href="https://www.hih-tuebingen.de/en/forschung/independent-research-groups/junior-research-group-randolph-helfrich/">https://www.hih-tuebingen.de/en/forschung/independent-research-groups/junior-research-group-randolph-helfrich/</a><span></span></b></span></font><font size="2"><span style="font-family:arial,sans-serif"></span></font><font size="2"><span style="font-family:arial,sans-serif"></span></font></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="text-align:justify;margin:0in 0in 0.0001pt"><br></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="text-align:justify;margin:0in 0in 0.0001pt">Please help to spread the word <br></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="text-align:justify;margin:0in 0in 0.0001pt">Thanks a lot </p><p class="MsoNormal" style="text-align:justify;margin:0in 0in 0.0001pt"><br></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="text-align:justify;margin:0in 0in 0.0001pt">Best regards,</p><p class="MsoNormal" style="text-align:justify;margin:0in 0in 0.0001pt">Randolph<br></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="text-align:justify;margin:0in 0in 0.0001pt"><br></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="text-align:justify;margin:0in 0in 0.0001pt"><br></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="text-align:justify;margin:0in 0in 0.0001pt"><font size="2"><span style="font-family:arial,sans-serif">PhD and Postdoc positions:<br></span></font></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="text-align:justify;margin:0in 0in 0.0001pt"><font size="2"><span style="font-family:arial,sans-serif"><br></span></font></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="text-align:justify;margin:0in 0in 0.0001pt">
</p><p class="MsoNormal" style="text-align:left;margin:0in 0in 0.0001pt"><font size="2"><span style="font-family:arial,sans-serif">The Helfrich lab at the Center for Neurology and
Hertie Institute for Clinical Brain Research at the University of Tübingen is
inviting applications for fully funded positions for <b><span>PhD students and
Postdocs</span></b><span></span></span></font><font size="2"><span style="font-family:arial,sans-serif"></span></font><font size="2"><span style="font-family:arial,sans-serif"> </span></font><font size="2"><span style="font-family:arial,sans-serif">with an interest in the neuronal network dynamics
underlying cognitive processing and sleep physiology. The lab is conducting cognitive
neuroscience studies in a clinical environment. Our key goal is to understand
the network neuroscience underlying higher cognitive functions in the human
brain. We are particularly interested in recruiting in the following areas:<span></span></span></font><font size="2"><span style="font-family:arial,sans-serif"></span></font><font size="2"><span style="font-family:arial,sans-serif">
</span></font><font size="2"><span style="font-family:arial,sans-serif"></span></font></p></div><div><font size="2"><span style="font-family:arial,sans-serif"><br></span></font></div><div><p class="MsoNormal" style="text-align:justify;margin:0in 0in 0.0001pt"><font size="2"><span style="font-family:arial,sans-serif">We are particularly interested in recruiting in the following areas:<span></span></span></font><font size="2"><span style="font-family:arial,sans-serif"></span></font><font size="2"><span style="font-family:arial,sans-serif">
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</span></font><p class="MsoNormal" style="text-align:justify;margin:0in 0in 0.0001pt"><font size="2"><span style="font-family:arial,sans-serif"><b>I. Rhythmic
building blocks of human attention: How network oscillations link perception
and action. </b>Attention is a fundamental cognitive function necessary to efficiently
translate
sensory experiences into goal-directed
actions
. Traditionally,
attention has been conceptualized as a constant spotlight that amplifies behaviorally
relevant information. Recently, several lines of inquiry probing attention on a
fine-grained temporal scale revealed frequency-specific behavioral fluctuations
that align with ongoing brain oscillations, indicating that attention is a
discrete process. Our aim is to understand the structural and functional basis
as well as the physiologic purpose of attentional rhythmic fluctuations. <i>See also</i> <i>Helfrich et al. </i><i>(2018b) Neuron, Helfrich et al. </i><i>(2019)
Current Opinion in Psychology</i><span></span></span></font></p><font size="2"><span style="font-family:arial,sans-serif">
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</span></font><p class="MsoNormal" style="text-align:justify;margin:0in 0in 0.0001pt"><font size="2"><span style="font-family:arial,sans-serif"><b>II. Context-dependent
predictive processing in human prefrontal cortex.</b> Over the last few decades, several lines of
research indicated that the prefrontal cortex (PFC) provides the structural
basis for goal-directed behavior based on endogenous predictions, but its
functional architecture is not well understood. Our goal is to investigate how
predictions are implemented in the human brain to optimize sensory processing
and goal-directed behavior. <i>Further information
Helfrich and Knight (2016) Trends in Cognitive Sciences; Helfrich et al. (2017)
PNAS<span></span></i></span></font></p><font size="2"><span style="font-family:arial,sans-serif">
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</span></font><p class="MsoNormal" style="text-align:justify;margin:0in 0in 0.0001pt"><font size="2"><span style="font-family:arial,sans-serif"><b>III.
(Patho-) Physiology of human memory networks during wakefulness and sleep</b> Hippocampus-Prefrontal interactions are central
to memory formation in the human brain. Critically, this network also
constitutes a predilection site for various pathological entities that are
associated with memory deficits. Our goal is to further dissect and understand
the network circuitry underlying memory disorders in various patient
populations (epilepsy, stroke and degenerative diseases).<i> Additional information see Helfrich et al. (2018a) Neuron; Helfrich et
al. (2019) Nature Commun.; Winer, Mander, Helfrich et al. (2019) JNeurosci<span></span></i></span></font></p><font size="2"><span style="font-family:arial,sans-serif">
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</span></font><p class="MsoNormal" style="text-align:justify;margin:0in 0in 0.0001pt"><font size="2"><span style="font-family:arial,sans-serif"><b>Key
Methodology</b>: We are combining detailed
behavioral testing with intracranial EEG recordings in humans (ECoG, sEEG,
Single Unit Activity) as well as non-invasive neurophysiology (EEG, MEG) and
electrical brain stimulation (direct cortical stimulation, deep brain
stimulation, responsive neurostimulation). A methodological focus of the group
is a multimodal approach combining invasive and non-invasive approaches
(sEEG-MEG). We offer hands-on training on all aspects of study design and data
collection as well as state-of-the-art analysis methods of electrophysiological
data.<span></span></span></font></p><font size="2"><span style="font-family:arial,sans-serif">
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</span></font><p class="MsoNormal" style="text-align:justify;margin:0in 0in 0.0001pt"><font size="2"><span style="font-family:arial,sans-serif"><b>Skills
and qualifications</b>: The positions
are well suited for candidates from a wide-range of backgrounds, including
biology, computer science, psychology, medicine, cognitive- and neuroscience. We
particularly encourage applications from researchers with previous experience
in human imaging or primate neurophysiology who are seeking to apply their
skills to basic science questions in a clinical context with various
opportunities for translational application. Prior coding experience in e.g.
MatLab or Python is helpful, but not a pre-requisite. We welcome researchers
with an international background. German language skills are not necessary. Tübingen
offers a rich and diverse neuroscience campus, where key facilitates (epilepsy
monitoring unit and MEG center) are in close proximity. PhD students will be
enrolled in Neuroscience Graduate Center Training School in Tübingen (<a href="https://www.neuroschool-tuebingen.de/">https://www.neuroschool-tuebingen.de/</a>).
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</span></font><p class="MsoNormal" style="text-align:justify;margin:0in 0in 0.0001pt"><font size="2"><span style="font-family:arial,sans-serif">The lab is headed by Randolph Helfrich, a clinician-scientist
at the Center for Neurology and Epileptology at the University Medical Center
in Tübingen. We are striving to provide a diverse and family-friendly
atmosphere, which fosters international exchange with ample opportunity for
collaborations. <span></span></span></font></p><font size="2"><span style="font-family:arial,sans-serif">
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</span></font><p class="MsoNormal" style="text-align:justify;margin:0in 0in 0.0001pt"><font size="2"><span style="font-family:arial,sans-serif">If we have sparked your interest, please send
your application, including a CV, relevant certificates or diplomas and a cover
letter outlining your research interest in English or German to <b><a href="mailto:randolph.helfrich@med.uni-tuebingen.de">randolph.helfrich@med.uni-tuebingen.de</a></b><span></span></span></font></p><font size="2"><span style="font-family:arial,sans-serif">
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