Principal investigator position in Computational Neuroscience

Appropriate research areas include computational and modelling approaches for understanding the function of the nervous system. The applicants should propose a clear scientific program and have a strong desire to collaborate with existing experimental- and technology-oriented neuroscience researchers at IIT.

The Position

The position can be either tenured or tenure-track, depending on seniority and expertise. If tenure-track, the position is for an initial period of 5 years with renewal depending on evaluation. We provide generous support for salary, start-up budget, and annual running costs. The selected principal investigator will work in an interdisciplinary environment, which houses a cluster of neuroscience faculty and allows for close interactions with experimental neuroscience laboratories in the field of systems and circuit neuroscience in animals and humans.

About IIT

IIT is a research foundation that promotes excellence in fundamental and applied science, fostering the evolution of industry towards the forefront areas of technological innovation. IIT has its headquarters in Genova and a number of research Centers spread throughout Italy. Top scientists and their teams, supported by all IIT personnel, develop cutting-edge science and technology, endorsing IIT values: integrity, societal responsibility, courage, and inclusion.

IIT has state-of-the-art facilities and has rapidly established itself among top research institutes worldwide. IIT has a strongly international character, with more than 30% foreign scientific staff drawn from over 60 countries worldwide.

How to apply

The application package consists of a single PDF file containing:

• A detailed CV, including list of published papers, patents, and research grants directly awarded to the candidate (as principal investigator or work-package coordinator)
• A research statement including
  • a summary of past accomplishments (2 pages maximum)
  • a description of plans for future work (2 pages maximum)
• Reference to five publications representing your research, accompanied by a brief description of their significance.

Applicants should also indicate name and contact information of three individuals who can provide letters of recommendation. IIT will contact referees directly.

 

For informal inquiries about the position, please contact Alessandro Gozzi (alessandro.gozzi@iit.it), Tommaso Fellin (tommaso.fellin@iit.it), or Giandomenico Iannetti (giandomenico.iannetti@iit.it).

For more information about Tenure Track or selection procedures, please contact the IIT Tenure Track Office (tenuretrack@iit.it).

Deadline for submission of applications is December 31, 2022.

Deadline for submission of reference letters is January 15, 2023.

 

Review of applications will begin in January. Shortlisted candidates will be invited to IIT for an interview indicatively in spring 2023.