Starlab, a cutting-edge private R&D company based in Barcelona (Spain), is seeking a dynamic candidate to join our team as a Neuroscience Artificial Intelligence PhD Candidate. The position is offered for 3 years to conduct a PhD within the Marie-Curie PhD Network VISIONBRAIN. As a key member of the company, you will have the opportunity to work at the forefront of applied neuroscience and play a crucial role in driving the success of our various business lines. You will collaborate closely with our sister company, Neuroelectrics, a world leader in wireless neurotechnology for monitoring and stimulation. 

At Starlab, we are leading a digital health breakthrough, revolutionizing how we measure and modulate the electrical activity of the human brain. With significant impact for health, well-being, human-computer interaction, and society, we are looking for a talented individual like you to help us propel our different business areas forward, including:

• Biomarkers for neurodegenerative diseases and mental health

• Personalized treatments

• Consciousness 

• Closed-loop electrical brain stimulation

• Affective computing with applications in business, culture, and User eXperience Assessment (UXA)

What we are looking for:

• MSc in Physics, Neuroscience, Biomedical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Mathematics, or Computer Science

• Extensive and in-depth knowledge of Artificial Intelligence technology and methods (including deep learning approaches), ideally applied on neuroscience data

• Python proficiency and knowledge on the most common data science toolkits 

• Experience in statistical data analysis, ideally in a clinical context

• Knowledge in signal processing, ideally for electrophysiological signals, is a plus

• Fulfillment of the mobility rule for Marie-Curie Grants (MSCA Mobility Rule), i.e. not have lived in Spain longer than 12 months in the last 36 months

With following soft skills and legal requirements:

• Very hands-on approach and able to hit the ground running

• A desire to see the results of your research have an impact in the real world (this means getting out of the lab)

• Ability to handle projects with a “multi-scale” approach, able to maintain a high- level view while paying attention to detail

• Fluent in English (spoken and written)

• Goal-oriented mindset with a focus on objectives

• Assertiveness and the ability to multitask effectively

• Team player, our work culture is very important to us

• Curiosity, and a passion for the unknown

• Flexible, things change and we need to adapt

• Entrepreneurial spirit and drive

• Ongoing EU work allowance

At Starlab, we offer a stimulating and collaborative work environment where your contributions will have a lasting impact on the future of brain health. We foster a culture of continuous learning and personal growth, and we value the well-being and satisfaction of our employees. We offer a competitive salary, some days a week of remote working, and flexible work schedule.
If you are ready to take on this exciting opportunity and join our innovative team, please submit your resume and a cover letter highlighting your relevant experience on the form below. We look forward to reviewing your application and discussing how you can contribute to our mission of transforming Brain Health.
Starlab is an equal-opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion. We welcome applications from all qualified individuals.
Start date: Immediate
Contact: hr@starlab.es
Date: 1st March 2026