Os reenviamos un mensaje sobre una varias ofertas predoctorales en University of Trento (Italia).

La Junta Directiva de la SEPEX

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We are thrilled to announce multiple PhD positions available at BottiniLab, housed within the Center for Mind and Brain Sciences (CIMeC) at the University of Trento. Our lab specializes in cognitive neuroscience, focusing on high-level cognition, the structural and computational aspects of declarative knowledge, and the interplay between attention, consciousness, and memory.

The official call is out here and here, and the candidate is expected to start the Ph.D. program (4 years) in November 2024. The deadline for the application is June 24th.

At BottiniLab, we are seeking highly motivated candidates who are passionate about advancing their scientific careers. Ideal applicants will possess:

• A strong motivation to pursue a career in science.
• The ability to work collaboratively in a group setting.
• Independent and critical thinking capabilities.
• A background in at least one of the following fields: Neuroimaging, Cognitive Science, Computational Modeling or Machine Learning.

CIMeC offers state-of-the-art facilities to support your research, including:
• A 3T MRI Siemens Prisma.
• A brand new Magnetoencephalography (MEG) system.
• Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation combined with Electroencephalography (TMS-
EEG) setups.
• Human intracranial stereotactic EEG.
• Advanced eye-tracking technology.

All equipment is dedicated 100% to research purposes, ensuring that you have the best tools at your disposal.
As a member of our lab, you will be part of an international community of students and researchers in a vibrant scientific environment. The working language is English, and our lab boasts numerous international collaborations. We offer ample opportunities for you to engage with the broader scientific community through conferences, summer schools, and international meetings, supported by our success in attracting significant international research funding, including ERC Starting and Consolidator Grants.

Here some of our latest papers:

• Sigismondi, F., Xu, Y., Silvestri, M., & Bottini, R. (2024). Altered grid-like coding in
early blind people Nature Communications

• Viganò, S., Bayramova, R., Doeller, C., & Bottini, R. (2024). Spontaneous eye
movements reflect the representational geometries of conceptual spaces PNAS

• Giari G., Vignali L., Xu Y. & Bottini R. (2023). MEG frequency tagging reveals a grid-like code during attentional movements Cell Reports

• Viganò, S., Bayramova, R., Doeller, C., & Bottini, R. (2023). Mental search of
concepts is supported by egocentric vector representations and restructured grid
maps Nature Communications

• Bottini, R., Doeller, FC. (2020). Knowledge across reference frames: Cognitive maps and image spaces Trends in Cognitive Sciences

Living in Trentino offers a unique blend of natural beauty and cultural richness. Nestled among stunning landscapes, it is a place where you can enjoy the tranquility of nature and a variety of cultural activities and sports. Trentino is undoubtedly one of the most beautiful regions in Italy, offering an exceptional quality of life alongside your academic pursuits.

If you are eager to contribute to our research in cognitive neuroscience, we would love to hear from you. Please send an informal inquiry, including a CV and a brief statement of research interests to roberto.bottini@unitn.it