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We are currently seeking a highly motivated<br>
<strong>PhD student (f/m/d)</strong><br>
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<strong>We offer</strong><br>
a <strong>funded researcher position for 36 Months</strong> in our project „Neuro-muscular contraction in dynamic locomotion“. The project has a strong focus on basic research investigating the function of biological muscles in locomotion and how to transfer important characteristics to novel bio-inspired robotic systems. You will be part of an interdisciplinary multi-center research group with muscle physiology and biorobotics researchers in a team of at least three PhD students. Your contribution will be focused on modelling and simulation of neuro-muscular control.<br>
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Your contract should start in the first half of 2021. Salary will be based on previous experience.<br>
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<strong>About us</strong><br>
You will become a member of the group <em>Multi-Level Modeling in Motor Control and Rehabilitation Robotics</em> at the Hertie Institute for Clinical Brain Research (HIH) in Tübingen. The project is in collaboration with the <em>Dynamic Locomotion Group</em> at Max-Planck-Institute for Intelligent Systems and the <em>Department of Motion and Exercise Science </em>at the University of Stuttgart. Our joint research environment offers an excellent research infrastructure and outstanding graduate schools fostering the development of your career.<br>
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<strong>Requirements, core skills</strong><br>
The ideal candidate should have<br>
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A background in <strong>biomedical engineering, (bio-)physics, computational neuroscience,</strong> or closely related</li>
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a Masters (or equivalent) degree from a recognized university. Near completion can be considered;</li>
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Prior knowledge in multi body dynamics modeling, dynamical systems, system identification, learning, or optimization, is a plus;</li>
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Proficient programming experience in Matlab, Python, or similar</li>
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Prior experience with neuro-muscular or musculo-skeletal modeling is a plus;</li>
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Excellent grades and analytical skills;</li>
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Proficient oral and written English skills;</li>
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Outstanding candidates with different backgrounds are encouraged to apply</li>
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To apply<br>
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The position is will remain open until filled. Applications sent before March 21st will be prioritised.<br>
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Please send a Cover letter, CV, and transcript of records, along with contact details of two researchers or teachers who would be willing to write a letter of reference (we will contact them directly) to:<br>
<a><strong>daniel.haeufle@uni-tuebingen.de</strong></a><br>
<a href="https://www.hih-tuebingen.de/en/mocom/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="FFCHbSDvQzOnO1trye59Qge"><strong>https://www.hih-tuebingen.de/en/mocom/</strong></a><br>
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<strong>I am looking forward to your application!</strong><br>
<strong>Daniel Häufle</strong></body></html>