ERC-funded PhD position in computational psychiatry

In the context of a new ERC Synergy project (DELTA-LANG), our lab is interested in novel ways of phenotyping psychotic disorders, including quantitative analysis of language with large language models, combined with multimodal neuroimaging (model-based fMRI, neuromelanin imaging and others). The goal is to design and implement novel paradigms (e.g. combined fMRI and speech production) and use methods such as machine learning, multilevel analyses and computational modeling to decompose behavioral performance into interpretable aspects of cognitive and perceptual processing.

ERC-funded PhD position in computational psychiatry

The successful candidates will have the chance to work in an exciting and timely international project, together with a motivated and diverse team in Zurich and with investigators over three international sites. In addition, the candidate will have the opportunity to conduct analyses of behavioral and imaging data, disseminate study results in peer-reviewed journals, and supervise undergraduate students. The candidate will take part in ongoing projects and initiate new research within the team of Prof. Philipp Homan, who is also a Neuroscience Center Zurich (ZNZ) group leader.

• Master's degree in a relevant field including computational linguistics, cognitive neuroscience, electrical engineering, biomedical engineering, computer science
• Excellent self-management skills
• Experience with neuroimaging (experimental design and analysis) and computational linguistics
• Experience with data management and programming (Python, R, Matlab, Stan etc.)
• Commitment to Open Science and computational reproducibility
• Excellent verbal and written English skills

• To work in a diverse team of highly motivated young researchers who are passionate about computational linguistics, clinical psychiatry, cognitive neuroscience and date science
• To be part of a diverse and multinational ERC Synergy project that aims to apply cutting edge technology to a clinically relevant question
• A competitive salary and generous social benefits
• Generous support for professional travel and research needs
• An inspiring work environment within the Department of Psychiatry at the University of Zurich and part of the Neuroscience Center Zurich (ZNZ)
• The opportunity to live in Zurich, one of the world's most attractive cities

Please visit UZH for staff for further information.

Prof. Philipp Homan