Graduate Opportunities in Neurobiology and Brain Research — Technion Faculty of Biology

Explore the Frontiers of Brain Science in a Leading Research Environment
The Faculty of Biology at the Technion – Israel Institute of Technology invites highly motivated and curious students to apply for open MSc and PhD positions in cutting-edge neuroscience and neurobiology labs. Our internationally recognized research groups investigate diverse aspects of brain function, behavior, and neurological disorders using innovative experimental and computational approaches.
Students will join a vibrant and collaborative research environment, with access to state-of-the-art facilities, interdisciplinary expertise, and a supportive graduate training program. We welcome applicants from life sciences, neuroscience, physics, mathematics, computer science, biomedical engineering, and related disciplines.

Open positions are available in the following labs:

Dr. Sagi Levy – Information processing in neural networks, decision making, learning and memory.
https://sagilevy.net.technion.ac.il
Looking for Students with a background in biology, exact sciences, or engineering.

Dr. Maya Maor-Nof – Cellular mechanism of neuronal survival and degeneration
https://biology.technion.ac.il/en/member/maor-nof
Looking for students with a background in biology, bioinformatics, or exact sciences.

Dr. Avner Wallach – Theoretical and systems neuroscience, neural coding, and natural behavior
https://sites.google.com/view/wallachlab
Looking for students from biology, exact sciences or engineering, strong computational skills an advantage

Dr. Inbal Shainer – Sensory systems, Behavioral neurobiology
https://shainer-lab.net.technion.ac.il
Looking for students with a background in biology, exact sciences or engineering.

Dr. Shay Stern – The neuronal basis of behavior and individuality across development
https://www.ssternlab.com
Looking for talented students with biological or quantitative backgrounds.

What We Offer:

• Full funding for accepted graduate students
• Hands-on training in advanced neurobiological methods
• Opportunities to publish in high-impact journals
• Interdisciplinary collaborations and international exposure
• A vibrant academic community in the heart of the Technion campus in Haifa

Join Us
If you are passionate about neuroscience and want to contribute to solving some of the most complex puzzles in biology and medicine, we encourage you to reach out to the relevant PI or apply via the Technion Graduate School.
👉 For more information about graduate studies at the Faculty of Biology, visit: https://biology.technion.ac.il/en/graduate-studies-for-international-students/