Develop Your Own PhD or Dr. med. Project in Neuroscience and Brain Research
Join a world-leading neuroscience team to design and execute your own PhD or medical doctorate project under expert supervision.
Best for:Best for master’s graduates in neuroscience, biology, or medicine with strong computational skills and a passion for brain research and deep learning applications.
Overview
This PhD opportunity at the Cécile and Oskar Vogt Institute for Brain Research (HHU Düsseldorf) allows applicants to propose and conduct their own research project in neuroscience, biology, or medicine. Supervised by Prof. Katrin Amunts, a pioneer in human brain mapping and deep learning applications, the position focuses on advancing brain atlases and computational neuroscience. Ideal candidates will have a master’s degree or equivalent and exceptional English proficiency to contribute to cutting-edge projects like the Julich Brain Atlas and BigBrain. The program emphasizes independent research while benefiting from a collaborative environment with leading experts in the field.
What you'll do
- Design and execute your own independent PhD or Dr. med. research project in neuroscience, biology, or medicine.
- Collaborate with Prof. Katrin Amunts and her team to develop and refine research methodologies for brain mapping and computational neuroscience.
- Apply advanced techniques such as deep learning, image analysis, and computational modeling to study brain structure-function relationships.
- Contribute to the advancement of brain atlases like the Julich Brain Atlas and BigBrain, setting new standards in neuroimaging.
- Present research findings at conferences and publish results in high-impact journals.
- Engage in interdisciplinary discussions and workshops within the Hector Fellow Academy network.
Requirements
Degree required: Master’s degree or equivalent in neuroscience, biology, medicine, or a related field
Degree offered: PhD or Dr. med.
Language: English; excellent proficiency (written and spoken)
Instruction: English
- Strong background in neuroscience, biology, or medicine
- Excellent proficiency in English (written and spoken)
- Experience with computational tools, deep learning, or image analysis (preferred but not mandatory)
- Ability to design and execute independent research projects
- Familiarity with brain mapping techniques or neuroimaging
- Open to applicants with a master’s degree or equivalent in relevant fields
- No restrictions on nationality or residency
- No age limits specified
Funding & terms
How to apply
Deadline: 2026-10-15 (Europe/Berlin)
Applicants must submit their application through the Hector Fellow Academy’s official application portal. The process involves uploading a CV, a research proposal outlining the intended PhD project, and any relevant academic documents. A cover letter explaining the applicant’s research interests and alignment with Prof. Amunts’ work is also required.
- CV
- Research proposal (detailed project outline)
- Master’s degree certificate and transcripts
- Cover letter explaining research interests
- Proof of English proficiency (if applicable)
Contact
Hector Fellow Academy· Administrative Contact
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