PhD student Rehabilitation Sciences and Physiotherapy – Optimization of TMS-EEG and brain modulation in aging: the impact on motor control

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PhD student Rehabilitation Sciences and Physiotherapy – Optimization of TMS-EEG and brain modulation in aging: the impact on motor control

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Offer DescriptionYour functionAs a PhD fellow within this research project, you will take an active role in the development and execution of research on electroencephalography (EEG) in combination with non-invasive brain stimulation, such as transcranial magnetic stimulation (TMS), transcranial alternating current stimulation (tACS) and/or transcranial direct current stimulation (tDCS). The aim of this project is to study and modulate brain function in the context of healthy aging.
The project consists of two complementary parts:1. Optimization of TMS-EEG protocols
In the first phase, you will focus on optimizing existing TMS-EEG protocols. In collaboration with your colleagues from the Neuroplasticity and Motor Control research group, you will set up new experiments, collect data and perform advanced analyses to better understand the complex interactions between TMS and EEG signals2. Modulation of brain function in aging
In the second phase, you will build on the insights from the first phase and design new experiments aimed at brainmodulation in healthy aging. These interventions may consist of learning paradigms and/or brain stimulation via TMS, tACSand/or tDCS. You will investigate how these techniques affect brain function and to what extent they can contribute tofunctional improvements.Your teamWithin the context of the further expansion of the research of the REVAL research center of Hasselt University, the Faculty of Rehabilitation Sciences has a vacancy for a PhD scholarship holder (100%) in fundamental brain research into the aging-related decline of motor skills. You are part of the Faculty of Rehabilitation Sciences at Hasselt University. This faculty organizes an educational program that consists of a 3-year academic bachelor’s degree and a 2-year master’s program in Rehabilitation Sciences and Physiotherapy. This program has about 850 students. The faculty also provides education in the interuniversity master’s program in Occupational Therapeutic Sciences.
The proposed research is being carried out within the REVAL research group. REVAL is an interdisciplinary and translational research group that conducts research in the fields of paediatric, geriatric, neurological and musculoskeletal rehabilitation, biomechanics, health psychology, mental health care and rehabilitation of internal disorders. Within the perspective of a “civic university”, the RELAB platform facilitates the provision of evidence-based advice to people with a functioning problem and professionals within the healthcare sector as well as to companies. This PhD is done in collaboration with (inter)national rehabilitation centersWhere to apply WebsiteRequirementsResearch Field Medical sciences Education Level Master Degree or equivalentSkills/Qualifications

• You hold a Master’s degree in (bio)medical sciences or rehabilitation sciences and physiotherapy (or equivalent) (or equivalent)

Final-year students are (likewise) encouraged to apply. * You have achieved excellent academic results.

• You have a strong interest in fundamental scientific research.
• A strong affinity with rehabilitation and scientific research is a plus.
• Experience with programming languages (such as Matlab, Python, etc) is a plus.
• You will have insight into the design, implementation and analysis of experimental research designs.
• You have strong problem-solving skills, are flexible, have the necessary organizational capacity, are stress-resistant and take initiative.
• You have excellent communication skills in English, a good knowledge of Dutch is a plus, both verbally and in writing.
• You actively contribute to a positive working atmosphere in which you make connections between different domains and people (teaching assistants, PhD students, postdoctoral researchers, professors).

Languages ENGLISH Level GoodAdditional InformationBenefitsYou will be appointed and paid as .
Position for 2 years. After positive evaluation, it can be extended once by 2 years. Appointment is at Hasselt University.Selection processThe selection procedure consists of a preselection based on application file and an interview.
The selection procedure may be supplemented with a presentation or assignment. The interviews will be scheduled from June 2025.Additional commentsFor substantive questions, send an e-mail to . For questions about the selection procedure, please email . Website for additional job detailsWork Location(s)Number of offers available 1 Company/Institute Hasselt University Country Belgium City Diepenbeek Postal Code 3590 Street Agoralaan GeofieldContact State/ProvinceLimburg CityHasselt WebsiteStreetMARTELARENLAAN Postal Code3500 E-Mailjobs@uhasselt.be Phone011268049STATUS: EXPIREDShare this page

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Diepenbeek, Limbourg

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Fri, 09 May 2025 23:23:24 GMT

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