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Fwd: Full-time Research Assistant/Lab Manager Position in the DSCN Lab at UMD

by Gary Green

Developmental Social Cognitive Neuroscience Lab manager/Research Assistant Position Psychology Department University of Maryland, College Park The University of Maryland Developmental Social Cognitive Neuroscience Lab directed by Dr. Elizabeth Redcay (www.dscn.umd.edu) is seeking a full-time lab manager starting this summer 2013. The DSCN lab investigates the neural and cognitive bases of social communication (e.g., joint attention, theory of mind) in typical individuals and individuals with autism. The methods used include functional and structural MRI as well as behavioral measures with adults and children (infancy through adolescence). This is an excellent position for anyone who would like to pursue graduate work in developmental, cognitive, and/or clinical neuroscience. We encourage applicants with a background in psychology, cognitive science, computer science, engineering, or related fields to apply. Responsibilities will include data collection and analyses of MRI and behavioral studies with infants, children and adults and development and maintenance of lab imaging analysis and stimulus presentation scripts. Additionally, the lab manager will supervise undergraduate research assistants, manage IRB protocols, and be responsible for general lab upkeep. The position will involve MRI operator training on the 3T Siemens scanner on UMD campus. There may be opportunities for presenting data at conferences and co-authoring publications. Experience with matlab (and other programming languages), neuroimaging analysis software (e.g., AFNI, SPM, FSL, Freesurfer), and linux is preferred. Applicants must have strong organizational and interpersonal skills and must enjoy working with children. Salary will be competitive commensurate with experience and includes health benefits. Application review will begin immediately. This is a 1-year position with the possibility of renewal. To apply please email your application to Brieana Viscomi (dscn.umd(a)gmail.com). Application materials should include a cover letter detailing qualifications and interest, CV (with GPA), relevant coursework or transcript, and (at least) 2 references who can provide letters upon request. Send materials to: dscn.umd(a)gmail.com Contact Name: Brieana Viscomi Contact Email: dscn.umd(a)gmail.com Contact Website: www.dscn.umd.edu

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Fwd: Research Associate or Senior Research Associate: MR Data Analysis Scientist

by Gary Green

On behalf of Dr Nikolaus Weiskopf, I am distributing the following job ad: A postdoctoral position for an expert in MR data analysis is available within the Wellcome Trust Centre for Neuroimaging (WTCN), UCL Institute of Neurology. The Centre conducts cutting-edge research by means of functional and structural brain imaging, and is equipped with three 3 T MRI scanners (Siemens Tim Trio with 32-ch head coil), an MEG system (CTF/VSM), and MR compatible EEG and TMS systems. One of the MRI systems will soon be equipped with an optical tracking system for prospective motion correction (Kineticor). We are seeking a highly motivated individual to work within the physics group at the WTCN reporting to Dr Nikolaus Weiskopf, Head of MRI Physics. The group specializes in the development of a broad range of methods, including diffusion, structural and functional imaging, based on understanding the underlying MR physics, to arrive at efficient solutions. Current projects include, but are not limited to, maximizing acquisition efficiency and resolution, artifacts correction, quantitative MRI and neurofeedback techniques (see http://www.fil.ion.ucl.ac.uk/Research/physics.html). The post holder will be expected to support on-going neuroscience research and will pursue individual research into MR image reconstruction, data processing and modeling methods related to the primary projects of the group. Applicants must have a PhD or, if not already held, the PhD must have been obtained by the agreed start-date (Research Associate applicants only), in physics, biomedical engineering, computer science, or a comparable subject. A strong background in MR image processing, modeling and data analysis is essential, as is expertise in programming high-level languages (e.g. C/C++, Matlab). Applicants must be specialists in at least one (for Research Associate) or two (for Senior Research Associate) of the following areas: Siemens MR scanners and software (IDEA, ICE), MR image reconstruction methods, anatomical and/or functional MRI, optimization of MR acquisition protocols, SPM8 / SPM 12 software, pulse sequence programming, DTI or more advanced diffusion imaging processing (e.g., axonal diameter measurements), time-series analysis. Those applying for the Senior Research Associate position will also need to be able to demonstrate an established publication track record and experience of leading a team of researchers. The post is available immediately and is funded by the Wellcome Trust for three years in the first instance. Starting salary in the range of £32,375-£39,132 pa on UCL Grade 7 (Research Associate) or £40,126- £47,441 pa on UCL Grade 8 (Senior Research Associate) including London Allowance, superannuable. You should apply for this post through UCL's online recruitment – http://www.ucl.ac.uk/hr/jobs where you can download a job description and person specification using ref: 1329569. If you have any queries regarding the application process, please contact Samantha Robinson, Personnel Officer, Institute of Neurology, (email: IoN.HRAdmin(a)ucl.ac.uk). Informal enquiries to Dr Nikolaus Weiskopf (email: n.weiskopf(a)ucl.ac.uk). Closing date: 3 June 2013 -- Dr. Siawoosh Mohammadi Post Doctoral Research Fellow Wellcome Trust Center for Neuroimaging Institute of Neurology University College London 12 Queen Square London WC1N 3BG United Kingdom Tel. +44-20-344-84368, (internal ext 84368) Fax. +44-20-7813-1420 siawoosh.mohammadi(a)ucl.ac.uk

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No seminar this week

by Gary Green

Dear Users Just a reminder that there is no ynic seminar this week (Thursday the 9th). Gary -- --------------- Gary Green York Neuroimaging Centre The Biocentre York Science Park Innovation Way Heslington York YO10 5NY http://www.ynic.york.ac.uk https://www.ynic.york.ac.uk/about-us/people/ggrg tel. Claire Fox : +44 (0) 1904 435329 Claire,Fox(a)ynic.york.ac.uk fax +44 (0) 1904 435356 mobile +44 (0) 788 191 3004

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Fwd: Postdocs in Neuroimaging Meta-Analysis at University of Warwick (2nd of 2)

by Gary Green

/This is an announcement for the 2nd of 2 postdoctoral fellows at the University of Warwick in Neuroimaging Meta-Analysis. / https://secure.admin.warwick.ac.uk/webjobs/jobs/research/job9384.html *Research Fellow* *Institute for Digital Healthcare, **Warwick Manufacturing Group,* *Fixed Term Contract for Three Years* Applications are invited for a Research Fellow position with Dr. Thomas Nichols in the Institute for Digital Healthcare in the Warwick Manufacturing Group at the University of Warwick. You will be part of Dr. Nichols' newly awarded Wellcome Trust Senior Research Fellowship in Basic Biomedical Science, a project titled "Transforming Statistical Methodology for Neuroimaging Meta-Analysis". The use of meta-analysis in functional brain imaging is rapidly growing as the discipline has matured and a large and diverse literature has become available. The informatics challenges in this area are immense, as standard current practice is to manually transcribe or, at best, copy-and-paste analysis results into a manuscript. Despite recent advances in automating neuroimaging meta-analysis, the enterprise is hobbled by a lack of standards and methods to keep track of results provenance. You will build informatics tools to minimize errors and information loss in the process in the flow of "Data -> Analysis -> Publication -> Meta-Analysis". These tools will extract the essential data and model details from analysis software and convey that information with the coordinate data in a standard format. You will work closely with the developers of established analysis tools like SPM and FSL, as well as the international committees developing data-sharing standards. You will also be responsible for supporting the implementation, distribution, documentation and support of software arising from Dr. Nichols' group, including novel statistical methods for meta-analytic and other types of data. You will have a strong informatics and, ideally, neuroinformatics background. A statistical background, ideally in developing neuroimaging analysis methods for FMRI and other modalities, or any high-dimensional modelling experience will be highly valued. Relevant experience in other areas of Engineering/Applied Mathematics, Statistics, Computer Science and Physics would be considered. You should be able to provide evidence that the quality and quantity of your previous research outputs is commensurate with your level of experience. You will have a strong background in science and mathematics, as well as real experience developing quality software, either commercial or open source. Ideally, you will also have demonstrated project management skills and an in-depth understanding of the following: domain-specific languages, scientific computing, algorithm analysis, and data structures. This post will be supervised by Dr. Nichols and will be expected to work with the various faculty, staff and students involved in Neuroimaging Statistics at the Institute for Digital Healthcare in the Warwick Manufacturing Group and at the Department of Statistics, as well as with international collaborators including Dr. Timothy Johnson at the University of Michigan and Dr. Tor Wager at the University of Colorado. Informal enquires can be addressed to Dr. Nichols (t.e.nichols(a)warwick.ac.uk <mailto:t.e.nichols@warwick.ac.uk>). General information on the Institute can also be obtained from the following webpage http://www2.warwick.ac.uk/fac/sci/wmg/idh Please would all applicants ensure that their referees send a letter of reference by email to Mrs Ruth Shirley, r.e.shirley(a)warwick.ac.uk <mailto:r.e.shirley@warwick.ac.uk> by the closing date. [[See this link for more information: https://secure.admin.warwick.ac.uk/webjobs/jobs/research/job9384.html ]] The link will take you to register/login to our applicant tracking system before you can complete the application form. You will be given the chance to upload a CV and up to one supporting document during the application process. You can save a partially completed form without submitting it as long as you return to complete it before the closing date. Minicom users can call 024 7615 0554 if they require any further help. Please quote job vacancy reference number 72920-043. The closing date/time for applications is midnight (British time) at the end of Thursday 30 May 2013. __________________________________________________________ Thomas Nichols, PhD Principal Research Fellow, Head of Neuroimaging Statistics Department of Statistics & Warwick Manufacturing Group University of Warwick, Coventry CV4 7AL, United Kingdom Web: http://go.warwick.ac.uk/tenichols Email: t.e.nichols(a)warwick.ac.uk <mailto:t.e.nichols@warwick.ac.uk> Phone, Stats: +44 24761 51086, WMG: +44 24761 50752 Fax: +44 24 7652 4532

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Fwd: Funded PhD studentships: Wales Integrative PhD programme in Neurodegeneration, Cardiff University

by Gary Green

Project title: *Unifying social and biological approaches to early detection of dementia* Proposed start date: October 1st 2013 Project description: *The Wales Integrative PhD Scheme in Neurodegeneration (WIN)* aims to train students in multi-disciplinary approaches to the early detection of neurodegenerative diseases. The proposed cross-disciplinary training in social, psychological, genetic and biological approaches is designed to equip students with the skills to lead future inter-disciplinary research teams in this key research area, and related public health domains. Funding is provided for four years to ensure time to acquire the relevant inter-disciplinary research skills, and to undertake projects crossing traditional research boundaries. The students will be appointed as a single cohort, allowing them to learn and develop their skills together, as well as benefit from interaction with students on related PhD training schemes in Cardiff and Bangor (e.g. Wellcome Trust Integrative Neuroscience PhD Scheme, Cognitive Function and Ageing Studies PhD scheme, ESRC Wales DTC studentships). The focus of the five projects will be on the early detection of common neurodegenerative diseases, such as Alzheimer’s disease, frontotemporal dementia and/or Parkinson’s disease. A key aspect of the projects will be interlinked research on 2 of the following topics: *novel multi-modal psychological and/or imaging biomarkers* *patient/carer-focused behavioural interventions* *policy informed by psychological models of attitudes/health behaviour* *awareness of the socio-ethics and experiential dimension of early detection* Students should be willing, therefore, to acquire multi-disciplinary training, and to develop novel methods for bridging these research areas during their PhD. For example, combining imaging biomarker studies in Alzheimer’s disease with complementary consideration of the socio-ethics of early detection, or investigating quality of life in families at high risk of developing frontotemporal dementia alongside studies aimed to understand the breakdown of social cognition in the disease. Students may also have the opportunity to develop collaborative links with the Memory and Aging Centre (UC San Francisco) depending upon their PhD project. For full details including eligibility please see: http://courses.cardiff.ac.uk/funding/R1064.html *How to apply:* * * Please use our online application service at www.cf.ac.uk/regis/general/applyonline/index.html <http://www.cf.ac.uk/regis/general/applyonline/index.html> to apply for a PhD in Psychology, with an Oct 2013 start date (programme code RFPDPSYA). You should specify in the funding section on the application form that you wish to be considered for ESRC/WIN funding. *Application deadline:* 31st May 2013 with decisions being made soon after interview (first or second week in June). Andrew Lawrence Professor School of Psychology Cardiff University Tower Building, Park Place Cardiff CF10 3AT

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Fwd: Neuroimaing Research Technician -- Boston VA

by Gary Green

A Neuroimaging Research Technician position is available in the VA Boston Healthcare System (VABHS) Neuroimaging Research for Veterans (NeRVe) Center. The Neuroimaging Research Technician will provide technical support for image preprocessing and analysis (using programs such as FSL and FreeSurfer), maintenance and development of in-house custom processing codes (script writing in unix/linux, matlab, etc), and assist staff members in the conduct of neuroimaging research as well as administrative tasks related to the Center. This includes developing expertise and training other investigators with the operation of current MRI hardware (scanner console, goggles, headphones, BioPac system, etc) and software for data processing and analysis. Additional responsibilities will include management of online documentation and center resources. Technical skills and familiarity with Linix/Unix, Matlab, and imaging software packages such as FSL and FreeSurfer is beneficial. Applicants should have a minimum of a Bachelor’s degree, with a background in Neuroscience, Computer Science, Engineering, Math or Physics. A two year commitment is required. Must be a U.S. citizen. Interested candidates should email a cover letter, resume, and contact information for two professional references to Emily Lindemer at emily.lindemer(a)va.gov .

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Fwd: Postdoctoral research position at FMRIB, Oxford

by Gary Green

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an ambitious postdoctoral position to lead in the development of The Oxford Study for Biomarkers in Motor Neuron Disease (MND, also known as Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis, ALS). The project involves applying state-of-the-art multimodal MRI analysis based in Oxford University’s Centre for Functional Magnetic Resonance of the Brain (FMRIB), including the new 7T scanner. The postholder will be a major part of Oxford’s increasing strength in neurodegenerative disorders, and have the opportunity to develop in new areas of advanced MRI analysis, including its integration with MEG. This post will be fixed-term for 2 years in the first instance (funding secured for further 3 years). Responsibilities/duties: *Core* 1. Longitudinal analysis of existing T1-weighted, diffusion-weighted and resting-state fMRI BioMOx datasets 2. Exploration of cross-site standardization and harmonization of imaging datasets, with focus on resting-state fMRI 3. Prospective 3T and 7T T1-weighted, diffusion-weighted and resting-state fMRI analysis in BioMOx Phase 2, and MEG integration *Additional* 1. Assistance with prospective BioMOx MRI data acquisition 2. Close interaction with FMRIB’s analysis group via Dr Gwenaelle Douaud (resting-state fMRI: Prof. Steve Smith; diffusion imaging: Dr Tim Behrens) and with the neurodegeneration group led by Dr Martin Turner and Prof. Kevin Talbot 3. Participation in local journal clubs 4. Oral presentation and written publication of data 5. Potential supervision of students (medical/MSc/DPhil) Selection criteria: *Essential* 1. Significant post-doctoral expertise in structural, diffusion and functional MRI analysis (FSL or SPM) 2. Confidence with statistical and mathematical concepts related to advanced MRI 3. Ability to work independently but interact with others across disciplines *Desirable* 1. Previous experience in neurodegenerative disease research 2. Confident with oral and written presentation of MRI data 3. Comfortable reviewing MRI publications for journals 4. Interest in helping to develop integration of novel techniques, including spinal cord diffusion imaging, GABA MRS, MEG For informal enquiries please contact Dr Martin Turner (martin.turner(a)ndcn.ox.ac.uk) or Dr Gwenaelle Douaud (douaud(a)fmrib.ox.ac.uk). Further details available at: https://www.recruit.ox.ac.uk/pls/hrislivedoc/docs/0001099095.pdf If interested, an application should be submitted at: https://www.recruit.ox.ac.uk/pls/hrisliverecruit/erq_jobspec_version_4.disp… before 31st May 2013. Recruitment will continue until a suitable candidate has been found. ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ Gwenaëlle Douaud, PhD MRC Career Development Fellow FMRIB Centre, University of Oxford John Radcliffe Hospital, Headington OX3 9DU Oxford UK Tel: +44 (0) 1865 222 523 Fax: +44 (0) 1865 222 717 www.ndcn.ox.ac.uk/team/researchers/gwenaelle-douaud -----------------------------------------------------------------------------------

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Fwd: Senior Research Fellow in Hearing Research

by Gary Green

*Senior Research Fellow in Hearing Research* ** * **from £39,649 to £45,941 per annum* ** The Hearing Research Group, recently relocated into purpose built labs and ancillary facilities at the University of Brighton, has an opportunity to employ a career research scientist at senior postdoctoral level with the objective to run their own junior research group. Our current focus is on the biophysics and physiology of the mammalian peripheral auditory system and its clinical application and, as such, you will need substantial previous research experience in Auditory Neuroscience, as well as a strong publication record. You will be keen to seek our support and collaboration, and perhaps that of our collaborators, in applying for research funding to support multidisciplinary research into the mammalian auditory system. Our collaborators include cellular and molecular biologists, electrophysiologists, and mathematical and computational modellers with special interest in the cochlea. The post is fixed-term until 28 February 2015 as funding is limited; however, there may be the possibility of future funding. For an informal discussion concerning the position, contact Andrei Lukashkin(A.Lukashkin(a)brighton.ac.uk <mailto:A.Lukashkin@brighton.ac.uk>) and Ian Russell (I.Russell(a)brighton.ac.uk <mailto:I.Russell@brighton.ac.uk>). *Ref: SP4120* *Closing date: 30 May 2013 * ** *Direct link: http://www.brighton.ac.uk/humanresources/jobs.html#SP4120 *** ------------------------------------------------------- Andrei N Lukashkin School of Pharmacy and BiomolecularSciences Huxley Building University of Brighton Lewes Road Brighton, BN24GJ UK Tel: +44(0)1273 642103/ Ext: 2103 ___________________________________________________________ This email has been scanned by MessageLabs' Email Security System on behalf of the University of Brighton. For more information see http://www.brighton.ac.uk/is/spam/ ___________________________________________________________

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YNiC seminar today

by rem

Dear Users This afternoon (YNiC open plan from 4.30 pm) there will be an internal project proposal presentation by Amie Hayes on "How is viewpoint represented in face-selective regions of the human brain?". Abstract: The perception of faces is a simple and effortless process for most human observers. However, the apparent ease with which recognition takes place belies its inherent complexities. For example, when the head moves, the image on the retina also changes. To be useful, the visual system must take into account these sources of variation to facilitate recognition, but at the same time be able to detect changeable aspects of faces that are important in social communication. The aim of this study is to ask how information about the viewpoint of the face is represented in different face-selective regions of the human brain. Using MVPA, I will investigate the reliability of patterns of response to faces with different viewpoints. Everyone is welcome to attend and refreshments will be provided afterwards. Best wishes Rebecca -- ************************************************************************ Dr. Rebecca E. Millman Science Liaison Officer York Neuroimaging Centre The Biocentre York Science Park Heslington YO10 5DG Tel: +44 (0) 1904 567614 Fax: +44 (0) 1904 435356

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