Dear YNiC users,
This is a reminder that the YNiC Science Committee will meet next Monday,
27th April, at 2pm in B002. YNiC users are welcome to come along to this
meeting to ask questions and make suggestions about the running of YNiC. If
you wish to raise something, please drop me a line (
beth.jefferies(a)york.ac.uk) before the meeting so that I can add it to the
agenda. If you are unable to come along but you want to raise a point for
discussion, that is fine too - just get in touch.
The YNiC Science Committee meets on Monday week 3 of each term at 2pm.
With best wishes
Beth
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Beth Jefferies
Department of Psychology, University of York, UK
+44 01904 324368
1.
Dear all,
Poldracklab at Department of Psychology, Stanford University is looking
for a full time Data Curator (DC) to help grow a repository for sharing
and analysing scientific data at OpenfMRI.org. OpenfMRI.org is a project
dedicated to the free and open sharing of functional magnetic resonance
imaging (fMRI) datasets, including raw datas. To learn more about the
OpenfMRI project, please go to https://openfmri.org/content/find-out-more.
The Data Curator will work closely with Stanford scientists to push
forward our vision of open and reproducible research. The DC will have
Linux experience and passion for working with big datasets. The work
will be performed in a dynamic environment, working directly with
research scientists to run the OpenfMRI system in a flexible and agile
manner. Challenges will include dealing with unusual datasets and unique
experimental designs and accurately representing them in OpenfMRI
platform. S/he will be trusted to manage relations with researchers
submitting data and accurately represent their datasets with high degree
of independence. S/he should be comfortable working with people and have
strong communication skills. Every day at Stanford will present learning
opportunities with the smartest minds in the world. The Data Curator’s
work will have direct influence on availability of neuroimaging data,
which will lead to better understanding on how the brain works and how
to treat neurological disorders.
If you are interested please apply here:
https://stanford.taleo.net/careersection/2/jobdetail.ftl?job=66924
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2.
Data Neuroimaging Analyst Position in Cambridge (UK)
Applications are invited for an experienced and enthusiastic neuroimager
to join the Drug Addiction Research group on 1 October 2015 for at least
2 years. The group focuses on functional and structural brain
abnormalities associated with the risk of and resilience to drug
addiction, and the effects that chronic drug exposure has on the brain.
We use advanced structural (e.g. surface- and connectivity-based
cortical parcellation, diffusion tractography) and functional (e.g.
connectivity metrics, cognitive paradigms) magnetic resonance imaging
methods in order to address our research questions.
For information please see website:
http://www.jobs.cam.ac.uk/job/7027/
The closing date for applications is 15 June 2015. If you have any
informal questions about this vacancy please contact Dr Karen Ersche via
email to ke220(a)cam.ac.uk.
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3.
POST-DOCTORAL FELLOWSHIP
IN CLINICAL NEUROIMAGING
THOMAS JEFFERSON UNIVERSITY/ SIDNEY KIMMEL
MEDICAL COLLEGE, PHILA., PA.
The Department of Neurology at Thomas Jefferson University/Jefferson
Medical College has an opening for a Two-Year Postdoctoral Research
Fellowship in Clinical Neuroimaging focusing on both clinical brain
mapping and primary cognitive neuroscience investigations. The emphasis
in our neuroimaging program is on cognitive and behavioral
reorganization/plasticity following brain surgery for epilepsy. Other
neurologic conditions, however, are also studied (tumor). Presurgical
brain mapping studies are undertaken (MRI volumetrics, task-fMRI,
resting state functional connectivity, diffusion imaging,
electrocortical stimulation, neuropsychological assessment) as well as
post-surgical neuroimaging studies investigating clinical, cognitive,
and behavioral outcomes. The pre-surgical brain mapping studies are
conducted on a regular basis, utilized in image-guided surgery, and
then made available for research. Studies in brain recovery and the
cognitive reorganization of language and memory functions are
emphasized, along with projects in electrophysiology and brain
stimulation, yielding rich multi-modal datasets for the investigation of
both cognitive and seizure networks. Thomas Jefferson University
provides a interdisciplinary environment with grand rounds, seminars,
case conferences, and opportunities to collaborate with faculty across
departments such as neurosurgery and radiology. Successful applicants
will have a strong background in image processing (e.g., MATLAB, SPM,
FSL) with a strong interest in clinical neuroimaging and cognitive
neuroscience. Applicants must have a MD or PHD in neuroscience,
biophysics, biomedical engineering, statistics, neuropsychology, or
related field. Interested applicants should send a CV and cover letter
stating experience and interests, and three letters of recommendation.
Anticipated start date is the summer of 2015. Contact: Joseph I.
Tracy, Ph.D., ABPP(CN). Director, Cognitive Neuroscience and Brain
Mapping Laboratory, Thomas Jefferson Univ./Jefferson Medical Coll.,
Jefferson Hospital for Neuroscience, 901 Walnut Street, Suite #447,
Phila.,PA 19107, phone:#215-955-4661, e-mail: joseph.tracy(a)jefferson.edu.
Thomas Jefferson University and Hospitals is an equal Opportunity
Employer. Jefferson values diversity and encourages applications from
women, members of minority groups, LGBTQ individuals, disabled
individuals, and veterans.
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4.
The Laboratory of Psychophysiology, at the Nencki Institute of
Experimental Biology (Warsaw, Poland) is seeking 1 postdoctoral fellow
for a minimum commitment of 4 years. The project is funded by the
National Science Centre grant “Maestro” – PI. Prof. Anna Grabowska.
Project:
The main objective of the project is to define the etiology of
developmental dyslexia by studding the relationship between a variety of
deficits known to contribute to reading disorder at three levels of
analysis: behavioral, cognitive and neuronal.
Job requirements:
· background in neuroimaging
· ambitious and highly motivated for pursuing a career in science
· PhD in neuroimaging, computational neuroscience, cognitive
neuroscience or equivalent obtained up to 5 years before application
· strong background and interest in neuroscience, MRI analysis and
statistics
· excellent publication record
· programming and advanced data analyses skills are appreciated
knowledge of Polish is desirable
Candidates with a strong interest in and experience with methods for
integrating multimodal imaging measures, including quantitative
structural MRI and functional MRI as well as longitudinal data analysis
are in particular encouraged to apply.
LAB facilities:
The position is based at Laboratory of Psychophysiology
(http://pslab.nencki.gov.pl) in collaboration with Laboratory of Brain
Imagining (LOBI, http://lobi.nencki.gov.pl), Nencki Institute of
Experimental Biology in Warsaw (http://www.nencki.gov.pl/). LOBI
provides state-of-the-art facilities with a fully research-dedicated 3
Tesla MRI Siemens Trio machine, well-established infrastructure for
neurophysiological testing (electro-encephalography, transcranial
magnetic stimulation and eye-tracker).
Research environment:
The project offers a stimulating, young environment. We are currently
collaborating with:
· Laboratoire de Sciences Cognitives et Psycho Linguistiques, ENS,
France – Dr F. Ramus
· Haskins Laboratories, New Haven, US - Prof. K. Pugh
· Department of Psychiatry, Psychotherapy and Psychosomatics, RWTH
Aachen University, Germany – Dr S. Heim
· Centre for Cognitive Neuroscience, University of Salzburg,
Austria – Dr F. Richlan
· Department of Educational Neuroscience, University of Amsterdam,
The Netherlands – Prof. N. van Atteveldt
· Institute of Radioelectronics, Warsaw University of Technology,
Poland – Prof. P. Bogorodzki
Starting date: October 2015
Application deadline: open until position is filled
To apply:
please send a CV, letter of motivation and three references to
k.jednorog[at]nencki.gov.pl
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5.
The Department of Psychiatry at the University of California, San Diego
is pleased to invite applications for a postdoctoral research scholar
position in neuroimaging and behavior genetics under the direction of
Drs. William Kremen (Psychiatry) and Anders Dale (Radiology and
Neuroscience). The position focuses on training in the application of
sophisticated neuroimaging methods (structural MRI, DTI, fMRI, and ASL)
and associated studies that will be applied to the NIH/NIA-funded
Vietnam Era Twin Study of Aging (VETSA). VETSA is a unique longitudinal
study of middle-aged male twins that focuses on understanding cognitive
and brain aging. Over 500 twins have undergone neuroimaging and
extensive neurocognitive assessment, personality and psychosocial
measures, a medical history interview, in-lab physical health measures,
and hormonal assays. Genome-wide genotyping of all participants is
currently underway. Wave 3 of the project, which was recently funded,
will acquire new longitudinal and neuroimaging data.
Applications from many disciplines may be considered, and the position
is open to qualified international applicants. Requirements for the
position are: 1) completion of relevant Ph.D. research activities within
the past five years; 2) advanced neuroimaging and programming skills, 3)
statistical knowledge, 4) evidence of writing skills, and 5) an interest
in imaging genetics research. Experience with multilevel data analysis
and/or genetics is desirable. The postdoctoral candidate will be
encouraged to develop his or her own research projects that fit within
the overall scope of the VETSA project. The position will entail
immersion in MR image analysis and opportunities to learn about twin
modeling. Experience with FreeSurfer and/or other neuroimaging
software, R, and MATLAB is strongly preferred.
This advertisement is for a 2-year appointment beginning immediately.
Salary will be consistent with the NIH/NRSA levels in accordance with
the University of California, San Diego for Postdoctoral trainees.
Compensation includes UCSD benefits, including health insurance and
vacation time. Review of applications will begin immediately and will
continue until the position is filled. As an Equal
Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer, the UCSD Department of
Psychiatry seeks to recruit and retain a diverse workforce as a
reflection of our strong commitment to the twin goals of achievement of
excellence and diversity among its faculty and staff. We are thus
interested in candidates who are committed to the highest standards of
scholarship and professional activities, and to the development of a
climate that supports equality and diversity.
To apply, please send a copy of your CV, a brief statement of research
interests and goals, and any selected reprints to the email addresses
below. Letters of reference will be required before final approval of
hiring. Informal inquiries concerning this position are encouraged.
Please e-mail Dr. Anders Dale (amdale(a)ucsd.edu) and Dr. William Kremen
(wkremen(a)ucsd.edu) for more details.
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6.
Dear All
We are looking for a PHD Student. Please read all détails :
TEAM HOME
Thematic : Neurosciences
Team name: Institute for Memory and Alzheimer’s Disease
Team Home Manager Supervisor Harald Hampel HAMPEL Harald(PU)
Title of the research unit: : Institut du Cerveau et de la Moelle
Épinière (ICM), INSERM
Name of Director : Alexis Brice
PROPOSED TOPIC
Title :
Structural, Functional and Effective Connectivity of AD Related Neural
Networks
Project :
Applications are invited for a fully funded PhD position (3 years) at
the Pierre and Marie Curie University
(Université Pierre et Marie Curie (Paris 6), UPMC, Paris, France), at
the Doctoral School of Brain, Cognition,
Behavior (Ecole Doctorale Cerveau-Cognition-Comportement, “ED3C”).
The UPMC, part of the Sorbonne Universities, is the leading University
in France in the area of science,
technology, and medicine and among the leading universities in the
world. The scientific policy of the “ED3C” is
strongly characterized by its multidisciplinary nature and its
commitment towards both human sciences and
mathematical disciplines.
Objectives :
The PhD will be involved in the investigation of structural,
functional and effective connectivity of neural
network models related to Alzheimer’s disease (AD), such as the limbic
system (especially the hippocampal
formation, the amygdala, and the entorhinal cortex) and the basal
forebrain cholinergic system using both
Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI) and functional Magnetic Resonance
Imaging (fMRI) including advanced
tractography methods. The associations between brain pathology and
indices of functional and structural
connectivity are expected to help our understanding of the role of
specific neural networks and their connectivity
in brain function in healthy aging and neurodegenerative disease.
The PhD student will be involved in the study of the multi-modal
nature of specific neural networks – both
in the structural and the functional domains and how these two
components interact with each other – along with
the staging spectrum of AD (from preclinical to prodromal to
dementia). To this aim, he/she will have access to
different landmark clinical cohorts and datasets of patients including
the INSIGHT, SOCRATES, and EDSD
cohorts.
The PhD student will be involved in the exploration of the various
uses that structural and functional
neuroimaging biomarkers can play in detecting, diagnosing, assessing
treatment response and in investigating
neurodegenerative diseases with a special emphasis on AD.
The successful applicant will work under the supervision of the AXA
Research Fund and UPMC Chair,
Prof. Harald Hampel, located at the Institute for Memory and
Alzheimer’s Disease (IM2A) and the Brain & Spine
Institute (Institut du Cerveau et de la Moelle Épinière, ICM), Paris,
the leading French Institute on brain research,
centrally located within the Pitié-Salpêtrière University Hospital –
Charles Foix. The Brain & Spine Institute
(http://icm-institute.org/menu/actualites) is a widely renowned
research centre of excellence of international
dimensions. It brings together motivated scientists from various
horizons and countries in order to develop
innovative and cutting-edge research in the area of Neuroscience.
Research teams work at the Brain & Spine
Institute independently but are strictly interconnected through
cross-disciplinary research programs (both basic
and clinical), thus encouraging the amalgamation of different skills.
The multidisciplinary approach to
Neuroscience (Neurobiology, Neurochemistry, Neurogenetics,
Neuropsychology as well as structural / functional /
diffusion / molecular Neuroimaging) taken by the Brain & Spine
Institute represents a vital and dynamic advance
in research.
Background
There is growing evidence that brain activity supports complex
cognitive function that occurs within large-
scale brain networks rather than within single isolated brain regions.
For the definition of connectivity of brain
activity between brain regions, two major concepts have been applied
(Horwitz, 2003). The first concept refers to
functional connectivity, i.e., the correlation between neuronal
changes within one brain region related to another
(Friston, 1998). Functional connectivity has been applied to explore
the correlative pattern of brain activity (Bokde
et al., 2006; 2001). In contrast, effective connectivity refers to the
causal influence of one brain region’s activity on
another where that direction of influence can be explicitly modelled
(Ramnani et al., 2004). Furthermore, global
[rather than local] network properties may be characterized, using
graph theory to describe the properties of a
network’s architecture in terms of efficiency or connectedness
(Bullmore & Sporns, 2009).
In recent years, more and more centers have successfully begun
employing formal network analyses as
biomarkers of neurodegenerative diseases (Hampel et al., 2014; 2012;
Horwitz & Rowe, 2011). Actually, current
understanding of the effects of focal damage on neural networks is
rudimentary, even though such understanding
could provide greater insight into important neurological and
neurodegenerative diseases (Bokde et al., 2008;
2006). AD is characterized by early, non-linear dynamic, chronically
progressive cellular and molecular2
mechanisms (protein misfolding) leading to neurodegeneration that
translates clinically into multi-domain
cognitive and behavioral decline, psychopathological disturbances with
subsequent loss of function to perform
day-to-day tasks and ultimately total loss of independence. Findings
derived from neuroimaging studies of both
the structural and functional organization of the human brain have led
to the widely supported hypothesis that
neural networks of temporally coordinated brain activity across
different regional brain structures underpin
cognitive function. Thus, a failure of the regions of a network to
interact at a high level of coordination may
underpin progressive cognitive decline which is present in AD (Bokde
et al., 2009).
The breakdown of network function may be due to interaction failure
among the regions of a network,
which is denoted the disconnection hypothesis (Friston, 1998). In
other words, a disruption in the temporal-
spatially coordinated activity among different regions in the brain
rather than isolated changes in specific brain
regions may underlie cognitive impairment in AD. The breakdown is
thought to be due to progressive AD
pathophysiology with underlying molecular mechanisms leading
downstream to neuronal and synaptic
dysfunction and ultimately to neuronal loss. Such AD-characteristic
structural and functional alterations are
hypothesized to reflect at least partially the progressive impairment
of fiber tract connectivity and integrity (Stoub
et al., 2006; Morrison & Hof, 2002), suggesting that the disconnection
in AD is evident at both the functional and
structural level. Notably, the multi-modal nature of networks should
be examined, i.e., both the structural and
functional components that define a network. Given the substantial
changes that the brain undergoes with the
presence of AD-related pathophysiology, these alterations will
manifest themselves not only in the functional and
structural modules but also in how the changes in the two domains
interact with one another (Teipel et al.,
2007a). Neuroimaging biomarkers will need to be developed and analyzed
crossectionally and longitudinally in
terms of underlying brain networks rather than in terms of individual
regions (Horwitz & Rowe, 2011).
Overall, the current discussion on AD argues that it presents in part
a dynamically progressive structural,
functional and metabolic disconnection syndrome that may undergo
distinct stages from potentially reversible
adaptation to functional compensation to irreversible decompensation.
Studies using fMRI (Bokde et al., 2008;
2006) and electroencephalography (Jelles et al., 2008; Babiloni et
al., 2006) demonstrate that synchronicity of
brain activity is altered in AD and correlates with cognitive
deficits. Moreover, recent advances in diffusion tensor
imaging (DTI) to examine white matter microstructural changes have
made it possible to track axonal projections
across the brain, revealing substantial regional impairment in
fiber-tract integrity in AD (Teipel et al., 2011; Teipel
et al. 2007b).
This work will substantially help develop biomarkers for early
detection, prediction and progression of AD
and will support the discovery and validation of markers that map the
effects of disease modifying therapies on
the brain, ultimately providing much needed surrogate biological markers.
Key references
Horwitz B. (2003). Neuroimage 19:466–470.
Friston KJ. (1998). Schizophr Res 30:115–125.
Bokde ALW et al. (2006). Brain 129:1113–1124.
Bokde ALW et al. (2001). Neuron 30:609–617.
Ramnani N. et al. (2004). Biol Psychiatry 56:613–619.
Bullmore E & Sporns O (2009). Nat Rev Neurosci 10:186–198.
Hampel et al. (2014) Biochem Pharmacol 88:426-449.
Hampel et al. (2012) Alzheimers Dement 8:312-336.
Horwitz B & Rowe JB (2011). Prog Neurobiol 95:505-509.
Bokde ALW. et al. (2008). Psychiatr Res Neuroimaging 163:248 259.
Bokde ALW et al. (2009). Prog Neurobiol 89:125–133
Stoub TR et al. (2006). Proc Natl Acad Sci USA 103:10041–10045.
Morrison JH & Hof PR (2002). Prog Brain Res 136:467–486.
Teipel SJ et al. (2007a). Brain 130:1745–1758.
Jelles B et al. (2008). Clin Neurophysiol 119:837–841.
Babiloni et al. (2006). Brain Res Bull 69:63–73.
Teipel SJ et al. (2011) Hum Brain Mapp 32:1349-1362.
Teipel SJ et al. (2007b). Neuroimage 34:985–995.
Requirements
The ideal candidate is expected to have a robust academic and science
background. A preference will be
given to students with profound knowledge in neuroscience,
neuroimaging data analysis, applied mathematics,
biostatistics, or computer science at the master’s level. Candidates
demonstrating competencies on structural
and functional MRI methods, knowledge and experience with MRI-related
data analysis packages (SPM, Matlab,
Freesurfer, AFNI), statistical softwares (e.g., SPSS or R), and
programming skills (e.g.,
MATLAB, Python, C++)
will have a strong advantage. The candidate has to be fluent both in
written and spoken English. The position is
expected to begin in October 2015. Applications should include a full
Curriculum Vitae and a Cover Letter
detailing the applicant’s interest and motivation for this position.
Two letters of academic reference, assessing the
applicant’s skills, research and learning potential, ability to team
work and personality, should be sent
independently by the referees. Applications together with all
documents, including reference letters, should be
submitted electronically to:
e.mirassou-ihu(a)icm-institute.org with reference to “PhD position" in the
E-mail header.
Applications must be received within the 30th of June 2015.
Best,
-- Elodie Mirassou Assistante du Professeur Harald Hampel, MD, PhD, MA,
MSc AXA Research Fund & UPMC Chair Sorbonne Universities Université
Pierre et Marie Curie - Paris 6 Institut de la Mémoire et de la Maladie
d’Alzheimer & Institut du Cerveau et de la Moelle épinière (ICM)
Département de Neurologie Pavillon François Lhermitte Hôpital Pitié
Salpêtrière 47 Boulevard de l’hôpital 75651 Paris CEDEX 13 Phone: + 33
(0) 1 42 16 75 21 (office) Email: e.mirassou-ihu(a)icm-institute.org
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7.
Applications are Invited from prospective candidates for the following
positions at Indian Institute of Technology Gandhinagar, Gujarat, India.
The research topics are
Junior Research Fellow: Statistical learning of Category Information: A
neuroimaging investigation
Senior Research Fellow: Integration of Perceptual and Value based
decision making
Post doctoral Fellow: Topic to be discussed within the areas of motor
learning, decision making, early detection of Alzheimers disease using
connectivity and machine learning approaches.
Techniques and Methodologies include Eye tracking, and EEG
Candidates for JRF and SRF posts will have a Masters degree in Science
and have qualified a national level eligibility test OR a Masters degree
in professional courses such as Engineering. Applications for SRF
position will need to have an additional two years of Research Experience
Krishna Prasad Miyapuram (Ph.D. Cantab)
Assistant Professor (Cognitive Science & Computer Science)
Indian Institute of Technology Gandhinagar
VGEC Campus | Chandkheda - 382424 | Ahmedabad, India
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8.
Applications are invited for a Post-Doctoral Researcher to join the
Wellcome Trust Consortium for Neuroimmunology of Mood Disorders and
Alzheimer’s Disease (NIMA). The post will be based at the Clinical
Imaging Sciences Centre (CISC), Brighton & Sussex Medical School,
University of Sussex, Brighton UK, under the supervision of Dr Neil
Harrison.
NIMA is a 5-year research programme, with total funding of approximately
£5.7M, designed to translate the new inter-disciplinary science of
neuroimmunology to therapeutic applications in psychiatry and neurology.
The research programme will be coordinated across a network of UK
academic centres (University of Sussex, University of Cambridge, Cardiff
University, University of Glasgow, King’s College London, University of
Oxford and University of Southampton) and two major pharmaceutical
companies (Janssen Pharmaceuticals R&D and H. Lundbeck A/S). The
scientific scope of the research will include clinical biomarker
studies, therapeutic trials of new drugs in patients with depression and
Alzheimer’s disease, and animal experiments, and is intended to develop
new treatment approaches for these conditions.
Dr Neil Harrison (University of Sussex) and Prof Ed Bullmore (University
of Cambridge) will co-lead MRI components of the Consortium which will
be undertaken at Sussex, Cambridge, Glasgow, KCL & Oxford. The post will
be based at the Clinical Imaging Sciences Centre (CISC) on the
University of Sussex campus and will involve close coordination with
Cambridge as well as each of the other imaging sites.
The research programme will use a range of advanced quantitative
techniques including models of magnetisation transfer (qMT), T1/ T2
mapping and diffusion imaging (NODDI), as well as task-related
functional imaging and graph theoretic analyses of multi-echo resting
state fMRI in conjunction with peripheral and CSF immunophenotyping to
investigate the neural and peripheral signatures of inflammation in
patients with depression. Comparable techniques as well as histology
will be acquired in rodent inflammation models (KCL) to facilitate
back-translation of the human imaging findings.
The post holder will work closely with a postdoc based at Cambridge and
other researchers at both sites to analyse all of the imaging data
acquired from up to 150 patients and controls. This post offers an
outstanding opportunity to be involved in a large multi-centre
consortium combining cutting-edge microstructural and functional
neuroimaging with deep immunological phenotyping to characterise the
role of inflammation in the commonest mental disorder depression. The
successful candidate will assist in the initial quality control of
sequences across imaging centres and the analysis and interpretation of
the imaging data. The post will involve close collaboration with other
leading UK neuroimaging groups as well as groups working on functional
immunological network changes.
For more information and link to application form:
http://www.sussex.ac.uk/aboutus/jobs/196
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Dear Users
There will not be a YNiC seminar this week.
Best wishes
Rebecca
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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
1. Postdoctoral Fellow - Center for the Developing Brain at the Child
Mind Institute, New York
ORGANIZATIONAL SUMMARY
The Child Mind Institute (CMI) is a non-profit organization dedicated to
transforming mental health care for children everywhere. We are
committed to finding more effective treatments for childhood psychiatric
and learning disorders, building the science of healthy brain
development, and empowering families with help, hope and answers.
JOB SUMMARY
CMI is recruiting a postdoctoral fellow interested in the study of human
brain function and the characterization of brain development and
maturation in clinical and non-clinical populations. Overarching goals
of our work include: 1) the delineation of psychiatric illness in terms
of neuroscience, 2) the identification of objective imaging-,
phenotypic- and genetic-based markers of pathology, which will
eventually serve to facilitate the detection of psychiatric illness
and/or guide clinicians in the selection of treatments and determination
of treatment response, 3) exploration of the impact and utility of
emerging intervention techniques (e.g., tDCS/tACS, TMS). Fellows will be
expected to take a multidisciplinary approach to their work, drawing
from a broad range of disciplines (e.g., clinical psychology, cognitive
neuroscience, computer science, engineering, mathematics,
neuropsychology). In order to facilitate this process, they will work as
part of a multidisciplinary team, integrating findings obtained from a
variety of imaging approaches including: resting state functional MRI,
tDCS/tACS, TMS, simultaneous EEG/fMRI, diffusion tensor imaging,
cortical thickness, and volumetrics.
This position reports to Dr. Michael Milham, Director of the Center for
the Developing Brain. This is an exempt, full-time position located in
our NYC headquarters office.
RESPONSIBILITIES
• Work to identify objective markers of pathology in human brain
function, development and maturation using a combination of imaging and
stimulation approaches
• Work in a multidisciplinary environment, drawing from a broad range of
disciplines and imaging approaches
QUALIFICATIONS
• Completed PhD in biomedical engineering, computer science, cognitive
neuroscience, clinical neuroscience, clinical psychology, mathematics,
neuropsychology or related fields
• Significant prior neuroimaging experience with one or more imaging
modalities (fMRI, DTI, MRI, EEG, MEG)
• Strong skills in the usage of one or more common functional
neuroimaging packages (e.g., AFNI, FSL, or SPM)
• Programming experience in one or more languages (e.g., Python, C/C++,
Matlab or similar platforms is required). The candidate must be willing
to develop expertise in Python during the first year of the fellowship.
• Significant prior neuroimaging experience with one or more stimulation
modalities (tDCS, tACS, TMS) is a plus, but not required
• A passion for the CMI mission
APPLICATION DETAILS
Click here to apply:
https://home.eease.adp.com/recruit2/?id=13420431&t=2. Please upload
cover letter and resume as one document in the resume section on the
application site.
For questions regarding this position, please contact Dr. Michael Milham
at Michael.Milham(a)childmind.org. No phone calls or recruiters, please.
Employment at Will Relationship: This position description does not
constitute a guarantee that employment will continue for any specified
period of time. Rather, employment is at the mutual consent of the
employee and CMI, and can be terminated at will by the employee or by CMI.
CMI reserves the right to modify the job description and/or reporting
relationship at any time.
CMI is an Equal Opportunity Employer, and is committed to recruiting and
maintaining a diverse staff; individuals from all backgrounds are
strongly encouraged to apply.
To learn more about the Child Mind Institute, please visit
www.childmind.org.
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2. HILD MIND INSTITUTE: RESEARCH ASSISTANT OPENING
ORGANIZATIONAL SUMMARY
The Child Mind Institute (CMI) is a non-profit organization dedicated to
transforming mental health care for children everywhere. We are
committed to finding more effective treatments for childhood psychiatric
and learning disorders, building the science of healthy brain
development, and empowering families with help, hope and answers.
CMI makes use of innovative MRI- and EEG-based imaging approaches to
characterize brain maturation across the lifespan, with a particular
focus on understanding the impact of psychiatric illnesses on
maturational processes. Additionally, CMI is dedicated to the support of
open-datasharing initiatives, such as the 1000 Functional Connectomes
Project.
JOB SUMMARY
The Child Mind Institute is recruiting a Research Assistant to assist in
a number of initiatives underway, as we work to integrate research into
our clinical practice. Responsibilities will include: 1) assistance in
the development of informatics systems and tools, which are being
designed to specifically capture relevant data in a standardized way
across clinical centers, 2) conduct of electroencephalography (EEG)
studies, and assistance with the analysis of data, 3) coordination of
functional MRI-based imaging efforts. Applications are currently being
invited for a 2-year position available at the Child Mind Institute,
under the direction of Michael Milham, MD PhD. The CMI fosters a
collaborative environment where research assistants have the opportunity
to gain excellent clinical and research experience, with the potential
for publication.
RESPONSIBILITIES
· Assist in EMR system development and maintenance activities
· Assist with database development and management
· Work closely with the clinical-research integration team to understand
workflow and organizational goals
· Work with brain imaging and electrophysiology researchers to carry out
data-collection and analysis that include EMR outputs
· Facilitate open science data-sharing initiatives
QUALIFICATIONS
· B.S. / B.A. in Biomedical Engineering, Computer Science, Neuroscience,
Information Systems, or other related scientific fields
· Prior research experience preferred
· Good understanding of information technology oriented methods and
approaches
· Programming experience with one or more languages (Python, Matlab,
C/C++ or SQL)
· Strong interpersonal skills, as well as strong written and oral
communication
Anticipated start date: June 2015
For more detailed information and the online application form, please
visit: http://www.childmind.org/en/research-assistant-position-2015/
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3. Research Assistant in Developmental Neuroscience (Emotion and Language)
We are looking for one full-time research assistant to support an
ongoing longitudinal project investigating emotion and language
development in 5-12 year olds (possibility for shared part-time position
with an engagement of at least 40%). Applicants are required to have a
strong interest in neuroimaging and developmental research questions and
need to be able to work with young children and families. Previous
background in study conduction and programming are desirable, but not
required. Job duties include re-inviting and scheduling families from an
existing database, writing ethical applications, task development,
standardized testing and assistance during pediatric neuroimaging
sessions, data organization, entry and analysis. German language skills
are required in order to work with the families. This position is
currently restricted to one year, but future funding applications within
the project are supported. Workplace is within the research facilities
of the Child and Adolescent Psychiatry and University Hospital in Basel.
For more information and to apply, please send a CV and motivational
letter to Dr. Nora Raschle using the subject line “RA kids study”
(nora.raschle(a)upkbs.ch). Salary is paid on an hourly basis (25CHF/h) and
will be around 4000CHF/month in a full-time setting.
===========================
4. Research/Technical Assistant in Functional and Structural
Neuroimaging Analysis
We are looking for one full-time research/technical assistant to support
ongoing neuroimaging projects investigating brain structure and function
in children and adolescents with and without conduct disorder
(DTI/fMRI/sMRI) (possibility for part-time position with an engagement
of at least 60%). Applicants are required to have a strong interest in
neuroimaging research and previous background in MRI analysis techniques
and/or programming are beneficial (e.g. comfortable working in
linux/MATLAB environment, SPM, FSL, python). Job duties include
neuroimaging data organization and analysis and support in manuscript
preparation. This position is currently restricted to one year, but
future funding applications within the project are supported. Workplace
is within the research facilities of the Child and Adolescent Psychiatry
and University Hospital in Basel. English or German language skills are
required. For more information and to apply, please send a CV and
motivational letter to Dr. Nora Raschle using the subject line “RA tech”
(nora.raschle(a)upkbs.ch). Salary is dependent on previous experience and
employment times, starting around 4000CHF/month for a full-time setting.
===============================================
5.
The Division of Newborn Medicine at Boston Children’s Hospital / Harvard
Medical School invites applications for a Research Technologist. The
successful candidate will carry out studies on human brain development
by using a combination of different neuroimaging techniques, such as
MEG, EEG and DTI. The focus of the studies is two common pediatric
neurological disorders: epilepsy and cerebral palsy. Previous experience
with MEG and/or multichannel EEG data analysis skills is required.
A candidate for this research position may hold a MSc or a PhD degree,
e.g., in neuroscience, biomedical engineering, or a related field in
engineering. Experience in the acquisition of neuroimaging data or with
the analysis of DTI or fMRI data is an advantage. Appointments will be
normally made for one year with a possibility to extend depending on
further funding. This position is best for a person interested in
neuroimaging data analysis from newborns, babies and children.
Below is a description of the responsibilities and minimum and preferred
qualifications.
Responsibilities:
Experimental setup of pediatric neuroimaging studies.
Acquisition/collection of MEG and related data (i.e. EEG, EOG, etc)
from healthy as well as sick newborn, babies, and children.
Analysis and evaluation of MEG and related data by using
sophisticated software analysis tools such as BrainStorm, MNE,
FieldTrip, SPM, etc.
Modification of neuroimaging tools to adapt to the specific project
requirements.
Minimum qualifications:
MSc in the area of Neuroscience, Biomedical Engineering, Computer
Engineering or a related field in engineering.
Proven familiarity with MEG/EEG apparatus.
Basic understanding of the electromagnetic theory for signal analysis.
Excellent Matlab and/or Python programming skills and demonstrated
experience with Linux operating system.
Previous experience in Biomagnetic research is not required but it
will be preferred.
Fluency in English since there will be frequent interactions with
the family members as well as children. Abilities to relate to children
and their parents are essential.
Conditions of Employment:
Salary: commensurate with education and experience (50-60K$).
BCH has excellent benefits, including health benefits and
retirement plans with employer contributions.
BCH values diversity and is committed to equal opportunity in
employment.
How to Apply
Please send a cover letter and a recent CV to the following address
(either by post or email):
Christos Papadelis, PhD
Boston Children’s Hospital / Harvard Medical School
9 Hope Ave, Waltham
MA 02453, USA
E-mail: christos.papadelis(a)childrens.harvard.edu
Phone: +1-781-216-1128
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6. Research Fellow/Senior Research Fellow
University of Southampton - Human Sciences Research Unit
Location: Southampton
Salary: £28,695 to £40,847 per annum
Hours: Full Time
Contract Type: Contract / Temporary
Placed on: 19th May 2015
Closes: 18th June 2015
Job Ref: 568215KR
Fixed Term Until 30/06/2018
Personalized fitting and evaluation of hearing aids with EEG responses
This is an exciting opportunity to work on an EPSRC funded project joint
between the Universities of Southampton, Manchester and Imperial
College, London. The project aims to optimise hearing aid devices for
individuals based on the analysis of neurophysiological responses to
complex auditory stimuli and especially speech.
We aim to develop algorithms and associated experimental protocols for
personalized hearing aid fitting, based on stimuli that patients
consider realistic and challenging. The vision is to reduce the reliance
on subjective, voluntary responses, and move to more objective
approaches based on neurophysiological responses. Objective approaches
have the advantage that they can be carried out in patients who are
unable to provide such voluntary responses, for example infants or the
elderly with dementia. Also by monitoring hearing without constant
interruption to assess patients’ perception, the performance of the
hearing aid can be assessed in more natural listening conditions and
over a longer time scale than is typically available in audiology
clinics. This approach would be applied at the initial stage of
hearing-aid fitting, in evaluation of fitting and in the longer term,
adapting the system to changing acoustic environments and changing user
requirements.
The project objectives are:
1) Propose, assess, and recommend stimuli to use in assessing hearing
performance and access to speech
2) Propose, assess, and recommend signal processing and analysis methods
to extract information on access to speech from Electroencephalogram
(EEG) signals, using a minimum number of channels necessary.
3) Assess if responses in the EEG to real-world stimuli are sufficiently
sensitive and robust (within a reasonable time-duration of tests) to
provide the foundation for the development of clinical procedures
4) Propose, assess, and recommend algorithms to optimize hearing aid
fitting, based on parameters extracted from EEG stimulus responses
5) Assess the feasibility of using this approach in infants and other
patient groups.
The project team includes Dr Steven Bell, Professor David Simpson, Dr
Karolina Kluk-de-Kort, Dr. Tobias Reichenbach, Dr Ben Lineton and Dr
Patric Naylor from the industrial partner Interacoustics. The team has
expertise in biomedical signal processing, clinical audiology,
electrophysiology, and speech processing. Post-doctoral researchers will
join each of the centres for three years and become part of the
interdisciplinary team working on this project across the centres. This
is an exciting multidisciplinary project that aims to ultimately improve
patient care.
You must have expertise in biomedical signal processing, preferably with
experience in the analysis of EEG signals and/or audiology. Hands-on
experience with the analysis of signals from patients, healthy
volunteers, or animals, and knowledge of signal processing approaches is
essential.
For the level 4 Research Fellow role applications will be considered
from candidates who are working towards or nearing completion of a
relevant PhD qualification. The title of Research Fellow will be applied
upon completion of PhD. Prior to the qualification being awarded the
title of Senior Research Assistant will be given.
Application Procedure
You should submit your completed online application form at
www.jobs.soton.ac.uk. The application deadline will be midnight on the
closing date stated above. If you need any assistance, please call
Geraldine Lewis (Recruitment Team) on +44 (0) 23 8059 2507. Please quote
reference 568215KR on all correspondence.
We aim to be an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications
from all sections of the community. Please note that applications from
agencies will not be accepted unless indicated in the job advert.
==================================
7.
Hi
please could you circulate this to potentially interested parties. QUT
is strongly prioritizing Behavioural Neuroscience and Imaging in view
of their partnership in the new Herston Imaging Research Facility
(http://www.uq.edu.au/news/article/2012/06/new-herston-imaging-research-faci…).
I am happy to advise anyone who is interested in applying.
cheers
Pat Johnston
patrick.johnston(a)qut.edu.au
Vice-Chancellor's Research Fellowship Scheme - Queensland University of
Technology
Vice-Chancellors Research Fellowship Scheme
QUT is offering up to 20 Vice-Chancellors Research Fellowships for
leading postdoctoral researchers at Level B and C on a three year
fixed-term basis. These prestigious fellowships are available in the
following target areas:
Behavioural Neuroscience and Imaging
Infectious Disease
Injury Prevention, Management and Rehabilitation
Medical Robotics
Bioproducts
Digital Productivity
Data Science, Computational Modelling and Simulation Science
Integrated STEM Education for the Young
Design and Health
Technology, Strategy and Innovation
Intellectual Property
Sustainable Power Engineering
When applying for this position you are required to:
Upload your Curriculum Vitae (maximum 10 pages) and demonstrate as
part of your CV your personal achievement in relation to the topics in
selection criteria 1 in the guidelines.
Provide a detailed research project proposal (maximum 8 pages) and
indicate that prior contact and confirmation of the suitability of the
proposed project has been discussed with the relevant Assistant Dean
(Research) and/or Institute Director. The requirements of the research
project proposal can be found in selection criteria 2 in the guidelines.
For Research Fellows only (Level C) upload your statement of claims
(maximum 2 pages) including examples outlining your suitability for the
role referring to selection criteria 3 in the guidelines.
How to apply:
If you have NOT registered with our Online Application System, you
can begin your Application by clicking the 'Begin' button.
If you are unsure if you have registered before, click here and
follow the steps.
https://qut.nga.net.au/cp/index.cfm?event=jobs.checkJobDetailsNewApplicatio…
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Dear Users
This afternoon (from 4 pm in B020) Michael Mackay, University of
Newcastle, will give an external project proposal presentation on
"Biomarkers of cortical epilepsy".
Abstract:
Epilepsy is one of the most common neuronal disorders affecting
approximately 50 million people worldwide. Almost 30% of patients are
refractory to anticonvulsant medication. In focal epilepsy, when
seizure-freedom is not achieved using anticonvulsant drugs, resective
surgery can be considered as a therapeutic option. However resective
surgery is not without its risks, and depending on the type of surgery
up to 50% of patients will have no improvement in their symptoms. The
aim of this research is to improve outcomes in epilepsy surgery using
high frequency oscillations in magnetoencephalography as a non-invasive
biomarker of the epileptogenic zone, and through modelling of
neocortical epilepsy using subject-specific structural connectivity data
derived from tractography and performing in silico surgery to predict
ideal surgical intervention.
Everyone is welcome to attend and refreshments will be available after
the seminar.
Best wishes
Rebecca
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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
Dear Users
This Thursday (from 4 pm in B020) Michael Mackay, University of
Newcastle, will give an external project proposal presentation on
"Biomarkers of cortical epilepsy".
Everyone is welcome to attend and refreshments will be available after
the seminar.
Best wishes
Rebecca
--
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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
1. PhD singapore
The Nanyang Technological University, Singapore is inviting applications
for PhD Scholarships for a project examining the relationship between
psychological, social and health issues with the built environment.
Project Description: The aim of this exciting and innovative project is
to examine the relationship between the environment (and, more
specifically, underground environments) with (i) human psychology, (ii)
health and (iii) social attitudes. This is a very well-funded,
multidisciplinary project that includes faculties from engineering,
medical and psychology / neuroscience backgrounds. Successful candidates
will have access to state-of-the-art facilities, excellent supervision
and extensive support for research and conferences.
No. of awards: Three (3) scholarships are available.
Duration of awards: 3-4 years
Terms of awards: The scholarship covers full tuition fees, and offers a
generous monthly stipend.
Eligibility: Highly talented and dedicated PhD students with strong
backgrounds in sociology, psychology, engineering, architecture,
neuroscience, medicine and health, or other related disciplines.
Candidates should possess or will be graduating with a Master’s or a
good Honours degree, or equivalent. Candidates should be able to work
independently as well as in a team, demonstrate excellent research
abilities, and be proficient in English. The Interdisciplinary Graduate
School also requires good GRE and TOEFL scores. There is no restriction
on the nationality of the candidates.
Application details: If interested, please send a full CV to Professor
Georgios Christopoulos <cgeorgios(a)ntu.edu.sg> with “PhD NTU Underground”
in the subject line.
Closing date: The deadline for application is 30 June 2015 (for
admission in January 2016, Semester 2).
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2. Research Fellow, Oxford
Clinical research fellow position available starting October 2015 in Oxford.
Would suit a medical doctor (e.g. anaesthetist, neurosurgeon,
neuroradiologists, stroke doctor, intensivist)
The project investigates Subarachnoid Haemorrhage using a variety of
functional, structural and metabolic MRI techniques.
Link to job advertisement here:
https://www.recruit.ox.ac.uk/pls/hrisliverecruit/erq_jobspec_version_4.jobs…
and to twitter notice here (feel free to retweet!)
https://twitter.com/kyletsp/status/598150585662185472
thanks
Kyle Pattinson
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3. Post doc Maastricht
Postdoctoral Research Position in Neuroeconomics/Decision Neuroscience
The Maastricht University – Center of Neuroeconomics (MU-CeN) and the
Department of Economics (AE1) of Maastricht University offer a
Postdoctoral Research position in Neuroeconomics/Decision Neuroscience.
MU-CeN consists of researchers and PhD students from research groups and
departments in Cognitive Neuroscience, Economics, Finance, Marketing and
Psychology.
JOB DESCRIPTION:
The successful applicant contributes to research in
Neuroeconomics/Decision Neuroscience at MU-CeN and the Department of
Economics. The candidate is also expected to do a limited amount of
teaching (in English). Maastricht University neuroeconomics/decision
neuroscience research facilities include Siemens 3T, 7T and 9.4T fMRI
scanners, EEG, TMS, tDCS, and a 33 person fully computerized behavioral
lab. For more information about MU-CeN, see our website at
<neuroeconomics.nl>.
REQUIREMENTS:
Ph.D. in (neuro)economics, neuroscience, psychology, or a related
discipline or a related field (completed or nearly completed)
Programming experience (e.g., R, Matlab, Python)
Preferably experience with human neuroimaging (EEG, fMRI), brain
stimulation (tDCS, TMS), and/or computational modeling.
Multi- disciplinary background and interests are a plus.
Strong research orientation
CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT:
The postdoctoral positions is offered for a three-year period and should
commence before January 2016. In case of successful grant acquisition
transformation into tenure track may be possible. Salary is competitive
and ranges (depending on qualifications and experience) from EUR 3259 to
EUR 5070 per month (12 monthly payments) for a full-time employment. On
top of this, there is an 8% holiday allowance and an 8.3% end of year
allowance. Non-Dutch applicants may be eligible for favourable tax
treatment.
APPLICATIONS AND INFORMATION:
Further information can be obtained by contacting Prof.dr. Arno Riedl:
e-mail: a.riedl(a)maastrichtuniversity.nl
Applications should include a curriculum vitae, a cover letter and some
research papers (max. 2). Two letters of reference, assessing the
applicant’s research potential and personality, should be sent
independently by the referees.
Applications should be submitted electronically and all material,
including reference letters, be sent to
'econae1office-sbe(a)maastrichtuniversity.nl' with reference to
'Neuroeconomics Post-doc 2015'. Applications will be screened on a
rolling basis but should be received not later than June 1, 2015.
INTERVIEWS:
Interviews with promising applicants will be scheduled on a rolling
basis via Skype or at Maastricht University.
Please see the message and attachments for a 'heads up' about NHS ethics.
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From: Research Governance <Research.Governance(a)york.nhs.uk>
Date: 13 May 2015 at 12:43
Subject: HRA approval
To: Research Governance <Research.Governance(a)york.nhs.uk>
Dear all
Please see attached a summary of the new HRA approval process that is
coming in over the coming 12 months. Also attached is the current HRA
'statement of activities'
Please take a few minutes to read the summary and have a look at the
statement of activities (which will in effect will replace the SSI form).
Thanks and regards,
Damon Foster
Head of R&D
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use, disclose, distribute, copy, print, or rely on this email. The
information contained in this email may be subject to public disclosure
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Head of the Centre for Neuroscience, Hull-York Medical School.
Deputy Director, York Neuroimaging Centre
Department of Psychology, University of York, York YO10 5DD, UK.
Dear colleagues
here are some recently advertised and emailed positions
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1. Neuroimaging of Human Auditory Cognition and Communication
There are 2 PhD positions and 1 PostDoc available at the Department of
Psychology of the University of Zürich (Switzerland). Please see the
attached documents for more information on the positions. Application
deadline is May 27th 2015. Starting date for the positions is September
2015 or later.
Potential candidates are supposed to work on a project about the neural
basis of auditory cognition and (nonverbal) auditory communication. The
project and the positions are funded by the Swiss National Science
Foundation (SNSF), and the salary level is according to the guidelines
of the SNSF.
The University of Zürich provides an excellent research environment at
the Department of Psychology (www.psychology.uzh.ch/index.html) as well
as a multidisciplinary and interactive neuroimaging environment in the
Neuroscience Center Zürich (www.neuroscience.ethz.ch) that also includes
research dedicated brain imaging facilities.
Applications and informal inquiries about the positions should be sent
to Dr. Sascha Frühholz (sascha.fruehholz(a)unige.ch).
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2. PhD Studentship: Multi-Modal Magnetic Resonance Imaging for Single
Subject Assessment in Traumatic Brain Injury
University of Cambridge – Division of Anaesthesia, School of Clinical
Medicine
Qualification type: PhD
Location: Cambridge, UK
Funding for: UK students, EU students
Funding amount available: University fees of £7362 + maintenance grant
of £14,057 per year
Hours: Full Time
Lead supervisor: Professor David Menon
Project duration: 3 years, extendable to 4 years
Closing date: 21st May 2015
Details can also be found at
http://www.findaphd.com/search/ProjectDetails.aspx?PJID=63235&LID=2623
Project Description
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a PhD student to work in Magnetic
Resonance Imaging (MRI) research at the Division of Anaesthesia,
University of Cambridge. The research will focus on development of
methods for single-subject assessment in mild and severe Traumatic Brain
Injury (TBI) patients, using multi-modal MRI data (including structural
MRI, diffusion weighted imaging and functional resting state). The
successful candidate will also apply the methods developed to the data
currently being acquired as part of the large multi-centre study
CENTER-TBI (www.center-tbi.eu/). Each patient will be scanned on several
occasions (ranging from the acute phase up to several months to years
post injury). The main aim of this project is to develop and optimise
methods for the analysis of multi-centre multi-modal MRI data, with a
particular view to obtain metrics at the single-subject level which are
able to predict patient recovery and outcome. During this project, the
successful candidate will therefore develop experience in a broad range
of MRI techniques, while working at the interface between the clinical
environment and the biophysical sciences.
Person Specification
We are looking for a highly motivated person with a strong interest in
research in clinical imaging. It is desirable that the applicant holds a
Master’s Degree in Neuroimaging, Medical Physics, Biomedical
Engineering, or equivalent. However, applications from students with a
background in Computer Sciences, Physics, Applied Mathematics,
Neuroscience and Medicine are also highly encouraged, as long as they
have demonstrable experience with one or more relevant programming
languages. Previous experience with analysis of MRI data will also be an
advantage.
How to apply
Interested candidates should submit a CV (max two A4 pages) and a
covering letter (max one A4 page) that describes their
background/research interests, and how they fit in with the current
project, which should be sent to Mrs Jane Miller (jm540(a)cam.ac.uk),
along with contact details of two academic references. Shortlisted
candidates will have the opportunity to discuss the post and project
with senior researchers in the group, and will have a face-to-face or
telephone interview prior to appointment. The Division of Anaesthesia
will contribute to reimbursing travel costs for shortlisted applicants
invited for interview, up to a maximum of £100. Applicants from outside
the European Union who wish to apply for this studentship are welcome to
do so, but may need to make independent arrangements for funding the
increased University fees that would be applicable.
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3. 1 Postdoc and 4 PhD positions, Aarhus University, DK
Ph.d.:
http://cfin.au.dk/news-events/news/show/artikel/phd-positions-at-the-new-ce…
Postdoc:
http://cfin.au.dk/news-events/news/show/artikel/postdoc-position-examining-…
The Danish National Research Foundation’s Center for Music In the Brain
(MIB) is an
interdisciplinary research center at AU and the Royal Academy of Music,
Aarhus/Aalborg,
Denmark (RAMA) aiming at addressing the dual questions of how music is
processed in the brain
and how this can inform our understanding of the fundamental principles
behind brain functioning
in general. With a strong foundation in music practice and theory at the
highest level and a focus on
clinical application of music, MIB combines neuroscientific,
musicological and psychological
research in music perception, action, emotion and learning with the
potential to test the most
prominent theories of brain function and to influence the way we play,
teach, use and listen to
music.
MIB is headed by Professor Peter Vuust and the center is organized
around four research topics:
Perception, led by Lauren Stewart (PI): centered around music
perception and cognition
Action, led by Peter Vuust (PI, Director): centered around the
processing of musical rhythms and the interaction between rhythm and
motor behavior
Emotion, led by Morten Kringelbach (PI): centered around the
relationship between music and emotions, and how and why music brings
pleasure
Learning, led by Elvira Brattico (PI): centered around the effect
of music training, expertise and individual traits
Peter Vuust
Director of Center for Music In the Brain (MIB)
Professor at the Dept. of Clinical Medicine, Aarhus University (AU)
Professor at the Royal Academy of Music, Aarhus/Aalborg, Denmark (RAMA)
PhD. Neuroscience
MSc. math, french and music
Bassist and composer
ph: (+45) 78 46 16 17, (+45) 72 26 74 66, mobile: (+45) 2711 9471
mail: pv(a)pet.auh.dk
www.petervuust.dkwww.mib.au.dkhttp://person.au.dk/pv@pet.auh.dkhttp://www.facebook.com/pages/Peter-Vuust/488121931206847www.myspace.com/petervuust
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5. Phd position available
here you may find a list of available PhD positions in the Istituto
Italiano di Tecnologia (Genova headquarter)
http://www.iit.it/images/phd-xxxi/RES.THEMES.COGNIROB.INTER.pdf
I would like to enlight position number 5 which will strongly involve
EEG, matched with EMG and Motion Capture.
further info can be found here
http://www.iit.it/en/openings/phd-calls/http://www.studenti.unige.it/postlaurea/dottorati/XXXI/ENG/
we specifically look for people with a strong mathematical and
programming background. Expertise in connectivity analysis will
represent an appreciated plus.
best
Eng. Alberto Inuggi
Postdoc researcher
Department of Robotics, Brain and Cognitive Sciences
Fondazione Istituto Italiano di Tecnologia
via Morego 30, 16100, Genova, Italy
Tel: +39 010 71781254
Fax: +39 010 7170817
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6. PhD position
3 year, Action on Hearing Loss (AoHL) – funded, PhD studentship in
auditory cognitive neuroscience is available at the UCL Ear Institute.
The student will be supervised by Dr. Maria Chait and Dr. Debi Vickers.
The project will use psychophysics, eye tracking, and EEG functional
brain imaging to investigate auditory scene analysis capabilities in
normal and hearing-impaired listeners.
The UCL Ear Institute provides state-of-the-art research facilities
across a wide range of disciplines and is one of the foremost centres
for hearing, speech and language-related research within Europe. More
info about the work in Chait lab can be found here:
https://www.ucl.ac.uk/ear/research/chaitlab
Key Requirements
Applicants should have a UK/EU nationality and a 1St class, or upper 2nd
degree in a relevant discipline (e.g. Audiology,Psychology,
Neuroscience, Engineering). Previous experience with auditory research,
signal processing and/or acoustics is desirable.
For an informal discussion, or to submit an application please contact
Dr. Maria Chait (m.chait(a)ucl.ac.uk). Applicants should submit a
supporting statement, a CV, and the details of two academic referees.
The studentship includes fees and a yearly stipend at the standard UCL
rate (about £16000; tax free). Application deadline: 12 June 2015
Maria Chait PhD
m.chait(a)ucl.ac.uk
Reader in Auditory Cognitive Neuroscience
Lab site: http://www.ucl.ac.uk/ear/research/chaitlab/
UCL Ear Institute
332 Gray's Inn Road
London WC1X 8EE
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7. PhD Cambridge
PhD Studentship: Multi-Modal Magnetic Resonance Imaging for Single
Subject Assessment in Traumatic Brain Injury
University of Cambridge – Division of Anaesthesia, School of Clinical
Medicine
Qualification type: PhD
Location: Cambridge, UK
Funding for: UK students, EU students
Funding amount available: University fees of £7362 + maintenance grant
of £14,057 per year
Hours: Full Time
Lead supervisor: Professor David Menon
Project duration: 3 years, extendable to 4 years
Closing date: 21st May 2015
Details can also be found at
http://www.findaphd.com/search/ProjectDetails.aspx?PJID=63235&LID=2623
Project Description
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a PhD student to work in Magnetic
Resonance Imaging (MRI) research at the Division of Anaesthesia,
University of Cambridge. The research will focus on development of
methods for single-subject assessment in mild and severe Traumatic Brain
Injury (TBI) patients, using multi-modal MRI data (including structural
MRI, diffusion weighted imaging and functional resting state). The
successful candidate will also apply the methods developed to the data
currently being acquired as part of the large multi-centre study
CENTER-TBI (www.center-tbi.eu/). Each patient will be scanned on several
occasions (ranging from the acute phase up to several months to years
post injury). The main aim of this project is to develop and optimise
methods for the analysis of multi-centre multi-modal MRI data, with a
particular view to obtain metrics at the single-subject level which are
able to predict patient recovery and outcome. During this project, the
successful candidate will therefore develop experience in a broad range
of MRI techniques, while working at the interface between the clinical
environment and the biophysical sciences.
Person Specification
We are looking for a highly motivated person with a strong interest in
research in clinical imaging. It is desirable that the applicant holds a
Master’s Degree in Neuroimaging, Medical Physics, Biomedical
Engineering, or equivalent. However, applications from students with a
background in Computer Sciences, Physics, Applied Mathematics,
Neuroscience and Medicine are also highly encouraged, as long as they
have demonstrable experience with one or more relevant programming
languages. Previous experience with analysis of MRI data will also be an
advantage.
How to apply
Interested candidates should submit a CV (max two A4 pages) and a
covering letter (max one A4 page) that describes their
background/research interests, and how they fit in with the current
project, which should be sent to Mrs Jane Miller (jm540(a)cam.ac.uk),
along with contact details of two academic references. Shortlisted
candidates will have the opportunity to discuss the post and project
with senior researchers in the group, and will have a face-to-face or
telephone interview prior to appointment. The Division of Anaesthesia
will contribute to reimbursing travel costs for shortlisted applicants
invited for interview, up to a maximum of £100. Applicants from outside
the European Union who wish to apply for this studentship are welcome to
do so, but may need to make independent arrangements for funding the
increased University fees that would be applicable.
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8. Twelve Early Stage Researcher positions
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Twelve Early Stage Researcher positions: Understanding and predicting
developmental language abilities and disorders in multilingual Europe
(PredictAble)
The Marie Skłodowska-Curie Actions (MSCA) Innovative Training Networks
(ITN) “PredictAble” invites applications for twelve positions for Early
Stage Researchers (ESRs), available from September 1st, 2015. The
network studies the cognitive mechanisms that underlie typical and
atypical development of spoken and written language taking a
cross-linguistic perspective with a unique and novel combination of
cutting-edge approaches and techniques for studying mono- and bilingual
children (http://www.uni-potsdam.de/predictable). Collaborating partners
are the University of Potsdam (Germany), CNRS-Université Paris Descartes
(France), University of Jyväskylä (Finland), University Pompeu Fabra
(Barcelona, Spain), and NIRx Medizintechnik GmbH (Berlin, Germany).
12 POSITIONS
ESR1: Development of continuous speech tracking and speech production in
typical and language delayed children.
University of Jyväskylä (supervisor: Hämäläinen)
More information: http://www.uni-potsdam.de/predictable/job-openings
ESRs 2 and 3: Perception of relevant acoustic cues in early talkers,
on-time talkers and late talkers – electrophysiological and hemodynamic
markers of underlying mechanisms: evidence from German (ESR 2) and
French (ESR 3)
University of Potsdam (ESR2, supervisor: Wartenburger); Université Paris
Descartes (ESR3, supervisor: Gervain)
More information: http://www.uni-potsdam.de/predictable/job-openings
ESR4: Multilingual exposure and development of early phonology
Universitat Pompeu Fabra, Barcelona (supervisor: Sebastian-Galles)
More information: http://www.uni-potsdam.de/predictable/job-openings
ESR5: Relations between spoken language and reading acquisition in
children with or without risk for dyslexia.
University of Potsdam (supervisor: Noiray)
More information: http://www.uni-potsdam.de/predictable/job-openings
ESRs 6, 7, and 8: Phonological, morphological and lexical effects on
word learning in children with low and high vocabulary: Evidence from
German (ESR6), French (ESR7), and Hungarian (ESR8)
University of Potsdam (ESR6, supervisor: Höhle); Université Paris
Descartes (ESR7, supervisor: Nazzi); Université Paris Descartes (ESR8,
supervisor: Gervain)
More information: http://www.uni-potsdam.de/predictable/job-openings
ESR9: Multilingual exposure and integration of cross-modal information:
Consequences for language and social development
Universitat Pompeu Fabra, Barcelona (supervisor: Sebastian-Galles)
More information: http://www.uni-potsdam.de/predictable/job-openings
ESR10: Strategies of early word acquisition in different linguistic
populations
Universitat Pompeu Fabra, Barcelona (supervisor: Bonatti)
More information: http://www.uni-potsdam.de/predictable/job-openings
ESR11: Neurocognitive development of phonology, word recognition and
reading in children with or without risk for dyslexia.
University of Jyväskylä (supervisor: Leppänen)
More information: http://www.uni-potsdam.de/predictable/job-openings
ESR15: Neural processes of word recognition and reading fluency in
children with dyslexia and comorbid ADHD.
University of Jyväskylä (supervisor: Leppänen)
More information: http://www.uni-potsdam.de/predictable/job-openings
GENERAL INFORMATION, relevant for all positions:
http://www.uni-potsdam.de/predictable/job-openings/requirements.html
Positions are now open, and will be filled as soon as possible.
Applications will be accepted until the positions are filled. If you are
applying to more than one position, please provide a ranking of your
preferences. For more information see
http://www.uni-potsdam.de/predictable/job-openings/how-to-apply.html.
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Judit Gervain
Laboratoire Psychologie de la Perception
UMR 8158 CNRS-Paris Descartes
45 rue des Saints-Pères, Paris, 75006, France
+33142862197 (office)
judit.gervain(a)parisdescartes.fr
https://sites.google.com/site/juditgervain/
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9. Postdoc
Postdoctoral position in cognitive neuroscience. For more information,
follow the link.
https://www.webcruiter.no/wcmain/advertviewpublic.aspx?oppdragsnr=258738880…
Pål G. Larsson M.D., PhD.
Head of Clinical Neurophysiology
Department of Neurosurgery
Division of Surgery and Clinical Neuroscience
Oslo University Hospital
Po.box 4950 Nydalen
0424 Oslo
Norway
Tel: (+47) 23074407
Mobile: (+47) 93429791
E-mail: pall(a)ous-hf.no
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10. Postdoctoral position to study audiovisual perception of speech
A postdoctoral position is available in the laboratory of Antoine (Tony)
Shahin at the UC-Davis Center for Mind & Brain. The position is funded
by an NIH grant that uses psychophysics, EEG and fMRI to examine the
neural underpinnings of audiovisual speech perception in adverse
listening situations.
We are seeking an individual with a PhD, who has a background in
auditory an or visual perception and neurophysiology. The candidate
should have experience with EEG acquisition, analysis and signal
processing. Also, programming experience using Matlab is required.
Salary will be set according to the NIH postdoc scale. The position
starts on September 1, 2015, however, the start date can be negotiable.
Preference will be given to U.S. Citizens and Permanent Residents, but
well qualified international applicants will also be considered.
The UC Davis Center for Mind & Brain is an interdisciplinary research
center devoted to perceptual and cognitive neuroscience research, and is
located 2 miles off campus in a beautiful new building with
state-of-the-art facilities (see http://mindbrain.ucdavis.edu/). Davis
is a vibrant college town located approximately 20 minutes from
Sacramento and approximately 90 minutes from the Bay Area.
To apply, send a letter addressed to Tony Shahin, describing your
background and interests, a CV, PDFs of publications, and at least two
letters of recommendation to audneurophys(a)gmail.com.
Tony Shahin PhD
UC Davis Center for Mind and Brain
Tel: (530) 297 - 4407
Fax: (530) 297-4400
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11. Research assistant position available at UC-Davis MIND Institute
We are recruiting for the position of Core Manager for the
NeuroBehavioral Analysis Core (NBAC) of the UC Davis MIND Institute's
NICHD-funded Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities Research Center
(IDDRC). The incumbent of this position will manage the NBAC by working
closely with the NBAC Director (Tony Simon) and Co-Directors (Steve Luck
and David Hessl) in the development and delivery of services to IDDC
users. Specifically, these involve the deployment of cognitive
neuroscience techniques to enhance investigators’ characterizations of
the research participants with intellectual and developmental
disabilities. The core manager will also survey existing and potential
nbac users about desired experimental cognitive paradigms and related
behavioral measurement instruments that need to be developed. Therefore,
experience in constructing, adapting and using experimental cognitive
paradigms that are run using sysems such as e-prime, presentation or
matlab is required. The core manager will train NBAC users on the
services provided and help to develop a request, usage and tracking
system to monitor usage. Specifically, in complement to the more
diagnostic activities carried out by the IDDRC’s Clinical Translational
Core, the NBAC will deliver enhanced endophenotyping services including
cognitive testing with experimental cognitive paradigms, specialized
versions of standardized tests and with technologies such as eye
tracking, electrophysiology and functional neuroimaging with event
related potentials (ERPs). The NBAC manager will need to have knowledge
of these methods, many of which are found in cognitive neuroscience
labs, in order to be effective in the development, training and delivery
of services. The position is open with potential for immediate start
date. Salary will be commensurate with experience with likely
appointment as a Staff Research Associate. Initial inquiries, including
a resume and at least one letter of recommendation, can be sent Tony
Simon (tjsimon(a)ucdavis.edu) . Formal applications should be submitted
via UC Davis Career Opportunities site:
https://www.employment.ucdavis.edu/applicants/jsp/shared/Welcome_css.jsp
The University of California is an affirmative action/equal opportunity
employer.
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Steven J. Luck, Ph.D.
Director, Center for Mind & Brain
Professor, Department of Psychology
University of California, Davis
Room 109
267 Cousteau Place
Davis, CA 95618
(530) 297-4424
E-Mail: sjluck(a)ucdavis.edu
Web: http://mindbrain.ucdavis.edu/people/sjluck
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12. Research Assistant Professor Position at University of Texas
The Department of Psychology at the University of Texas at Austin
invites applications for a non-tenure track Research Assistant Professor
position in the Cognitive Neuroscience area. We are seeking an
individual with expertise in advanced statistical methods for the
analysis of neuroimaging data to support the research mission of the
Imaging Research Center (irc.utexas.edu) and related departments and
centers. The preference is for a candidate with a record of developing
new quantitative methods for data analysis. Successful candidates will
be expected to teach fMRI methods courses, collaborate with researchers
on experimental design and analysis, and enhance our diverse learning
and work environment. Applicants must have a Ph.D. with specialization
in Psychology, Neuroscience, Biostatistics, or a related field, evidence
of research productivity, and a solid grasp of modern statistical
analyses as applied to fMRI. The position will begin as early as Fall
semester 2015. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis until
the position is filled.
Please submit applications by emailing the following materials to
apply.interfolio.com/29479: a curriculum vitae, a statement of research
interests, a statement of teaching philosophy and experience, and
letters of reference from at least 3 individuals. UT Austin is an equal
opportunity employer committed to excellence through diversity. We
strongly encourage applications from all qualified individuals including
women and minorities. UT Austin is dedicated to work-life balance
through an array of family-friendly policies
(http://www.utexas.edu/provost/policies/family/). For further inquires
related to this search, please email Billie Pierce
(billie(a)austin.utexas.edu).
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13. Postdoc position at Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine
The Department of Neurology is now looking for (1) Postdoctoral Fellow
for an NIH-funded project on the effects of tDCS in primary progressive
aphasia (PPA). The project is devoted to the study of language
intervention(s) and neuroplasticity in neurodegenerative diseases and,
in particular, PPA. We use behavioral and neuromodulation intervention
methods (e.g., tDCS) and we aim to understand their effectiveness and
the brain mechanisms they involve using neuroimaging (structural MRI,
DTI, fMRI, resting-state fMRI).
The ideal candidate should have, or will soon have, a doctoral degree in
a relevant scientific discipline and prior research experience in
cognitive psychology, neurolinguistics, neuroscience, speech-language
pathology or related field. The Postdoctoral Fellow will have the
opportunity to perform behavioral and tDCS interventions in participants
with PPA, perform statistical analyses, present research at conferences,
and write papers. The successful candidate will also assist with grant
preparation and be responsible for patients’ visits and IRB protocols.
Prior experience working with people with aphasia and fMRI research is
strongly preferred. Programming experience with eprime, Matlab or R is
also desired. The successful applicant should be highly motivated,
organized, personable, willing to learn, responsible, reliable, and
efficient. The successful applicant will also work collaboratively with
students, other post-doctoral scientists and other faculty members of
the Johns Hopkins community.
This is a full-time, one-year (renewable) position, preferably with a
two-year commitment and can start as early as May 2015. For further
information, interested candidates should email a CV, writing sample,
and contact information for 3 references to Dr. Tsapkini at
tsapkini(a)jhmi.edu. Johns Hopkins University is an Affirmative
Action/Equal Opportunity employer.
Kyrana Tsapkini, PhD
Assistant Professor
Department of Neurology
Johns Hopkins School of Medicine
Email: tsapkini(a)jhmi.edu
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14. Research postdoc positions in neuroimage analysis and computational
neuroscience.
Applications are invited for two postdoctoral scientists to work on a
Wellcome Trust funded project to advance understanding of spontaneous
whole-brain activity. The project will use a combination of MRI, M/EEG /
LFP recordings, methods development and biophysical modeling to advance
understanding of spontaneous whole-brain activity, and provide new
insights into the underlying mechanisms. This research will be conducted
within the OHBA Analysis Group headed by Mark Woolrich and based at the
Oxford Centre for Human Brain Activity (http://www.ohba.ox.ac.uk), and
will be in collaboration with colleagues at FMRIB
(http://www.fmrib.ox.ac.uk/analysis) and the Centre for Neural Circuits
and Behaviour (http://www.cncb.ox.ac.uk).
We are looking for excellent researchers with a strong technical
background, ideally in computational neuroscience and/or in developing
neuroimaging analysis methods, but also with experience in other areas
of Engineering/Applied Mathematics, Statistics, Computer Science and
Physics (e.g. Machine Learning and Pattern Recognition).
Post in Neuroimaging Analysis:
https://www.recruit.ox.ac.uk/pls/hrisliverecruit/erq_jobspec_version_4.jobs…
Post in computational biophysical model development:
https://www.recruit.ox.ac.uk/pls/hrisliverecruit/erq_jobspec_version_4.jobs…
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Dear Users
There will not be a YNiC seminar this week.
A week on Thursday (21st May) there will be an external project proposal
presentation given by the epilepsy team from the University of Newcastle.
Best wishes
Rebecca
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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
