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In the Theoretical Systems Neuroscience Laboratory, headed by Dr. Wei Ji Ma, we investigate the mechanisms of brain function at the systems level using theoretical analysis, computational modeling, and theory-driven human experiments. Specifically, we aim to understand the neural substrates of cognitive behaviors that involve the representation and processing of uncertainty. Current areas of study include multisensory perception, visual search, visual short-term memory, and decision-making. Read more about our projects on the Research page. The lab is part of the Computational Psychiatry Unit in the Department of Neuroscience.

Currently teaching the course: Topics in Theoretical and Computational Neuroscience

A postdoc position is available in the lab (see below). Students interested in doing a rotation should also feel free to contact me.

If you want to know more about the department's PhD program, go here. A special letter to students majoring in physics, math, engineering, computer science, or related disciplines is here.

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Postdoctoral position available

Computational Neuroscience

Applications are invited for a postdoctoral position (minimum 2 years) in the laboratory of Dr. Wei Ji Ma (http://neuro.bcm.edu/malab) in the Department of Neuroscience at Baylor College of Medicine, Houston, Texas.

The long-range goal of our research is to understand the representation and processing of uncertainty in the human brain, both at the behavioral and at the neural level. The lab uses a combination of theoretical analysis, computational modeling, and theory-driven human experiments. Current areas of study include multisensory perception, decision-making, and visual search. The position provides an opportunity to take part in highly collaborative research programs within the Computational Psychiatry Unit (http://cpu.bcm.edu) and the Department of Neuroscience as a whole.

Applicants should have a Ph.D. in computational neuroscience, physics, mathematics, computer science, or a related field, and have a commitment to a research career in neuroscience. Experience in human psychophysics and programming experience with Matlab or C++ are very desirable.

To apply, please send CV, statement of interest, and the names and contact information of two references to Wei Ji Ma at wjma@bcm.edu. Consideration of applications will begin immediately, and will end when the position is filled. Salary is competitive and will be commensurate with experience and qualifications. Baylor College of Medicine is an Affirmative-Action / Equal-Opportunity employer and is committed to cultural diversity and compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act.