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Fully Paid PhD Positions in Neuroscience and Machine Learning at Ruhr University Bochum Ruhr University Bochum in Germany

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PhD

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Computer Science

Funding

Two fully paid PhD positions are offered for four years at 75% workload, equivalent to 29.87 hours per week. The salary is based on the E13 TV-L pay scale, subject to eligibility.

Deadline

Nov 9, 2026

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Germany

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Ruhr-Universität Bochum

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Computer Science
Cognitive Science
Mathematics
Neuropsychology
Artificial Neural Network
Neuroinformatics
Reasoning
ML

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About this position

Ruhr University Bochum in Germany is offering two fully paid PhD positions in Neuroscience and Machine Learning, supervised by Professor Laurenz Wiskott.

The research covers machine learning and neural networks, neuroscience and brain modeling, generative episodic memory, cognitive planning and reasoning, and computational neuroscience. The positions are intended for interdisciplinary research at the intersection of artificial intelligence, cognitive science, and brain science.

Applicants should hold a master's degree in physics, mathematics, computer science, engineering, or a related field. Strong mathematical and programming skills, basic knowledge of machine learning, and a clear interest in interdisciplinary neuroscience research are required. English or German proficiency is expected, along with willingness to learn the other language.

The positions start on January 1, 2027, run for four years, and involve a 75% workload of 29.87 hours per week. Compensation follows the E13 TV-L pay scale, subject to eligibility. Applications must be submitted by November 9, 2026, with reference number ANR 6248.

Interested candidates should apply through the official university portal and consult the Institute of Neural Computation website for further research information.

Funding details

Two fully paid PhD positions are offered for four years at 75% workload, equivalent to 29.87 hours per week. The salary is based on the E13 TV-L pay scale, subject to eligibility.

What's required

Applicants must hold a master's degree in Physics, Mathematics, Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field. Strong mathematical and programming skills, basic knowledge of machine learning, and an interest in interdisciplinary neuroscience research are required. Applicants should have English or German proficiency and be willing to learn the other language.

How to apply

Apply through the official Ruhr University Bochum portal and mention reference number ANR 6248. Use the provided application link; the research institute website offers additional information.

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