International Neuroscience Doctoral Programme (INDP) at the Champalimaud Foundation in Lisbon – Portugal
Posted by Champalimaud Neuroscience Programme, on 8 January 2015
Closing Date: 15 March 2021
Applications from independent thinkers with curiosity, creativity and drive are sought to join the Champalimaud Foundation’s International Neuroscience Doctoral Programme (INDP). The INDP aims to provide students of diverse backgrounds with a foundation to perform innovative and interdisciplinary work in basic or applied neuroscience at an international level. The Programme is hosted at the Champalimaud Centre for the Unknown, in Lisbon, Portugal, a leading center for research, technology and clinical care.
Successful applicants will demonstrate the ability to tackle difficult intellectual challenges, to learn new skills and ways of thinking and to work passionately as part of a research team. Predoctoral training in quantitative disciplines (e.g. physics, mathematics, computer science), biological sciences (e.g. biology, medicine, bioengineering) or related fields is important. Previous research experience is also desirable but not required. Applicants should have a Masters degree and/or a 4+ year undergraduate degree, or will be obtaining their degree by no later than December 31st, 2015.
The INDP is associated to the Champalimaud Neuroscience Programme (CNP), comprising seventeen research groups with a focus on the neural circuits and systems underlying mind and behaviour. Before beginning research on a thesis project, admitted students will complete one semester of intensive courses and will be able to perform summer rotations in CNP laboratories. Courses are led by distinguished local and invited international scientists. The topics of instruction include cellular & synaptic physiology, development & neuroanatomy, sensory & motor systems, neuroethology or cognitive neuroscience. All courses have a practical component such as programming exercises, small projects, and experimental work in the INDP dedicated teaching laboratory. The overall format emphasizes participation, team-work and informal interaction in both classroom and laboratory.
The INDP is supported by funding from the Champalimaud Foundation and the Portuguese Science and Technology Foundation (Fundação para a Ciência e a Tecnologia, FCT). Full tuition and stipend to perform courses and thesis work will be ensured for successful applicants of all nationalities for a period of 4 years.
The application deadline is Feb 15th, 2015.
Applications should be submitted through this page.
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