2 PhD and 1 PostDoc positions in Computational Cognitive Neuroimaging;
University of Birmingham, UK
In our natural dynamic environment the senses are constantly bombarded
with many different signals. How does the human brain integrate
information from multiple senses during perception? To study the neural
mechanisms of multisensory integration and learning, we combine
psychophysics, functional imaging (fMRI, EEG/MEG & interleaved TMS-fMRI)
and models of Bayesian Inference and learning.
The Computational Cognitive Neuroimaging Group (Prof Uta Noppeney) is
seeking 1 enthusiastic PostDoc and 2 PhD candidates. Applicants should
have a strong quantitative background and a degree in neuroscience,
psychology, computer science, physics, medicine or related areas. Prior
experience in functional imaging, MatLab, data analysis and/or machine
learning would be an advantage.
The lab is part of the Computational Neuroscience and Cognitive Robotics
Centre and the Department of Psychology of the University of Birmingham,
UK. The centre provides an excellent multidisciplinary and collaborative
research environment combining expertise in cognitive neuroimaging,
psychophysics and computational neuroscience. The psychology department
was rated 3rd in the UK research assessment exercise.
Applications will be considered until the positions are filled. Starting
dates are flexible. For further information, please contact
u.noppeney(a)bham.ac.uk
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<mailto:u.noppeney@bham.ac.uk>> and see
http://www.birmingham.ac.uk/research/activity/cncr/index.aspx<http://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/psychology/index.aspx>
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http://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/psychology/people/profile.aspx?Referenc…
For application to the PostDoc positions, please send applications to
http://www.jobs.ac.uk/job/AIM528/research-fellow/
For application to the PhD positions, please send application including
CV, statement of research interests, and the names and full contact
details of two referees to: u.noppeney(a)bham.ac.uk
<mailto:u.noppeney@bham.ac.uk><mailto:u.noppeney@bham.ac.uk
<mailto:u.noppeney@bham.ac.uk>>
Postdoctoral position at the Department of Systems Neuroscience, Hamburg
A full-time, DFG-funded postdoctoral fellowship position is available at the Department of Systems Neuroscience / University Medical Center Hamburg-Eppendorf in Hamburg, Germany. Starting date is as soon as possible and the position is for up to 4 years. We are looking for a postdoctoral candidate to work on a study investigating the effects of weight and weight loss on homeostatic, reward-related and mnestic brain circuits in young and old participants. The study is part of the newly DFG-funded collaborative research centre “Ingestive Behavior: Homeostasis and Reward” (TR-134) in which researchers from the universities of Cologne, Lübeck and Hamburg work together on an interdisciplinary research program.
The successful candidate will primarily be responsible for collecting and analyzing fMRI and behavioral data, writing scientific papers and giving scientific presentations. The project includes intranasal insulin application as well as a 3-month dietary intervention.
Position qualifications include a PhD in psychology, neuroscience, or a related field; experience with fMRI acquisition and analysis; strong experimental and statistical skills and the ability to work independently and in a team environment. Experience with neuroimaging software programs (e.g. SPM, MATLAB), programming for fMRI tasks (e.g. Presenation, Cogent), and statistical analysis (e.g. R, SPSS) is highly desired. Strong interests in the field of aging research are valuable.
The Department of Systems Neuroscience (head: Prof. Christian Büchel) provides an excellent multi-disciplinary and highly interactive neuroimaging environment with its own physics, psychology and clinical neuroscience groups as well as a research dedicated 3T MR scanner, EEG- and eye-tracking laboratory.
Candidates should submit a CV, names of two references and brief statement of research interest by e-mail to Dr. Stefanie Brassen (sbrassen(a)uke.de). Applications will be considered until the position is filled.
The School of Psychology at Cardiff University is seeking to appoint a
Lecturer/Senior Lecturer/Reader in Behavioural Statistics and Psychology
who will (a) coordinate the teaching of quantitative methods within the
School at all levels (undergraduate, Masters, PhD) and (b) contribute to
research within the School through the applicant's own research
programme in statistics and/or the application of advanced statistical
methods to enhance existing research efforts in the School.
We are one of the largest psychology departments in the UK, allowing
us to offer well-resourced teaching and research opportunities in all
areas of psychology, from neuroscience and brain imaging to social and
developmental psychology, encompassing both basic science and applied
aspects. Our teaching was judged to be 'Excellent' in the Teaching
Quality Assessment, and we were top of our subject table in 'research
power' in the 2008 Research Assessment Exercise (RAE), continuing from
the highest possible rating, 5*, in both previous assessments (1996,
2001). We were recently ranked 40th in the 2014 QS World University
Rankings. The School has an Athena SWAN Bronze Award that recognises
good employment practice and a commitment to develop the careers of
women working in science.
For further information about the School of Psychology, Cardiff
University and the posts we are advertising, please view
http://psych.cf.ac.uk/aboutus/jobs.html (vacancy reference 1934BR).
If you wish to apply then please note the closing date for applications
is *24th April*.
Professor Andrew Lawrence PhD
School of Psychology
Cardiff University
Tower Building, 70 Park Place
Cardiff CF10 3AT
Email: LawrenceAD(a)Cardiff.ac.uk
http://psych.cf.ac.uk/http://www.cardiff.ac.uk/research/neuroscience-mental-health
The School of Psychology at Cardiff University is currently advertising
up to four new appointments at Lecturer or Senior Lecturer level. While
we will consider applicants with a strong research background or strong
research potential in any area of Psychology, we are especially
interested in receiving applications in the following areas:
(i) Cognitive and/or behavioural neuroscience research relevant to
cognitive development and/or decline.
(Ii) Research into behaviour change, particularly in the context of
environmental and/or health psychology/neuroscience.
We are one of the largest psychology departments in the UK, allowing
us to offer well-resourced teaching and research opportunities in all
areas of psychology, from neuroscience and brain imaging to social and
developmental psychology, encompassing both basic science and applied
aspects. Our teaching was judged to be 'Excellent' in the Teaching
Quality Assessment, and we were top of our subject table in 'research
power' in the 2008 Research Assessment Exercise (RAE), continuing from
the highest possible rating, 5*, in both previous assessments (1996,
2001). We were recently ranked 40th in the 2014 QS World University
Rankings. The School has an Athena SWAN Bronze Award that recognises
good employment practice and a commitment to develop the careers of
women working in science.
For further information about the School of Psychology, Cardiff
University and the posts we are advertising, please view
http://psych.cf.ac.uk/aboutus/jobs.html (vacancy reference 1935BR).
If you wish to apply then please note the closing date for applications
is *24th April.*
2 Post Doc, 2 PhD, Helsinki, Finland
We are looking to recruit 2 post-doctoral researchers with an
established track record either in cognitive neuroscience utilizing
human electrophysiological recordings (MEG, EEG, SEEG, ECoG) or in
technical/mathematical sciences such as signal processing,
neuroinformatics, information theory, and complex systems, or in both. A
successful applicant will have a high level of innovativity, commitment,
courage, and inspiration to carry out top-level systems-neuroscience
research. Strong writing skills are essential and a background in
mathematics and programming useful. We are, in particular, looking for
researchers experienced in the field of neuronal oscillations, dynamics,
and connectomics.
The post-doctoral positions are for 2 year contracts with a possibility
for an extension, but also shorter visits may be considered.
Multi-disciplinary systems neuroscience research is thriving in the
Helsinki region with available experimental approaches ranging from
genetics to MEG/EEG/fMRI and TMS. It is also worth noting that through
effective child- and healthcare, high-quality public school system, and
safe environment, Finland offers excellent possibilities for moving in
with a family.
We are also looking for 2 enthusiastic, talented, and highly motivated
graduate students with a strong background in systems neuroscience
and/or in relevant mathematical/technical sciences. Work experience in
relevant research groups will be valuable.
The post-doctoral researchers and graduate students will work in the
research groups of Satu and J. Matias Palva
(www.helsinki.fi/neurosci/groups/palva_satu.html ,
www.helsinki.fi/neurosci/groups/palva.html). The overarching aim of the
present research projects is to understand the mechanisms coordinating
collective neuronal activity into cognitive operations such as
attention, conscious perception, and working memory. The work involves
psychophysics, electrophysiological recordings (MEG, EEG, and SEEG),
neuroimaging (MRI, fMRI, DTI), interventional approaches (e.g., TMS,
BCI), and high-level data analyses and computational neuroscience
approaches. The projects involve also several international
collaborators and belong, in part, to the Human Brain Project.
Applicants are invited to send satu.palva(a)helsinki.fi and
matias.palva(a)helsinki.fi their CV, list of publications, motivation
letter, and contact info for persons who can give recommendations.
Potential candidates are also encouraged to send an inquiry email if
they wish to find out more about the position before applying. The
application deadline is 31.5.2014, but recruitment is effective
immediately and positions may be filled already before the deadline.
--
Haiteng Jiang
PhD candidate
Neuronal Oscillations Group
Donders Institute for Brain, Cognition and Behaviour
Centre for Cognitive Neuroimaging
Radboud University Nijmegen
Visiting address
Room 2.32
Kapittelweg 29
6525 EN Nijmegen
Tel: +31 (0)243668291
Web: https://sites.google.com/site/haitengjiang/