The NOMIS Foundation, in collaboration with the DFG-funded Munich Cluster for Systems Neurology (SyNergy), invites exceptional early-career scientists from around the world to apply for elite postdoctoral positions in Systems Neurology.
Who should apply?
- Highly motivated postdoctoral researchers (PhD/MD completed) with a strong background in neuroscience, molecular biology, systems biology, clinical neurology, computational biology, or related fields.
- Individuals with a track record of scientific excellence, independent thinking, and a bold vision for interdisciplinary research.
What we offer
- Cutting-edge science: Engage in Systems Neurology — where systems-level biology and neuroscience merge with clinical neurology — and contribute to insights into shared disease mechanisms and translational innovations. Explore bold ideas and highly ambitious projects.
- Global network: Join an international community of NOMIS Fellows, including the Salk Institute, the Gladstone Institute and the Institute of Science and Technology Austria (ISTA).
- World-class environment: Join the Munich neuroscience community, supported by two Excellence Universities, as well as five Max Planck and Helmholtz Institutes.
- Personal mentorship: Receive tailored scientific guidance from renowned PIs in academia and industry.
- Long-term support: Be part of a prestigious, sustainably funded cluster now entering its third seven-year funding phase.
- Unique career options: develop your own scientific project and prepare for leading your own research group.
Application Deadline: 31 March 2026Submit the following as a single PDF to Prof. Christian Haass (contact@synergy-munich.de):
- Curriculum Vitae including full publication list
- Up to two of your best publications
- A two-page research proposal for an innovative project to be carried out in a SyNergy lab of your choice (select from the PI list below). Applicants must contact PIs of their preference to discuss project ideas and opportunities prior to applying. Applications will only be accepted with a respective proof of agreement between applicant and PI.
Our Principal Investigators
