The Neural Mechanisms of Natural Behavior Research Group at the Max Planck Institute for Biological Intelligence in Germany has an opening for a pre- or postdoctoral researcher to join an HFSP-funded research project investigating the neural mechanisms of avian biosonar behavior. This multidisciplinary study focuses on neural processing of somatosensory and auditory information in freely flying birds. It aims at uncovering which sensory modality the birds use for sound reception during echolocation. Combining behavioral monitoring and cutting-edge wireless technology to capture extracellular neuronal activity and vocalization behavior simultaneously, the project seeks to test the potential of facial feathers in oilbirds (Steatornis caripensis) to act as high-frequency sound sensors.
The successful candidate will join a young and collaborative, international team dedicated to advancing our understanding of the neural basis of animal behavior under natural, social conditions. The position will be based in Seewiesen (Southern Bavaria, Germany), but extended periods of field research in Colombia are a major part of the project.
We seek a highly motivated researcher (f/m/d) who shares our fascination for birds and our passion for neuroscience, and who shows a strong interest in behavioral ecology and field research.
For the PhD position, we are looking for candidates who:
For the Postdoc position, we are looking for candidates who:
In addition, the successful candidate:
Motivated candidates are asked to send via email a single PDF file containing: a one-page motivation letter, a CV including a list of publications, a one-page report on past research experience, and contact information of at least 2 referees to Dr. Susanne Hoffmann (susanne.hoffmann@bi.mpg.de).
Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis until the position is filled.
Max Planck Institute for Biological Intelligence
Am Klopferspitz 18 | 82152 Planegg, Martinsried
Eberhard-Gwinner-Strasse | 82319 Starnberg – Seewiesen
Tagged as: Life Sciences
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