Dear users,
Two talks will be given today at 4pm in B020.
Mladen Sormaz will help us understand the contents of this thoughts on
resting state brains in a talk entitled:
‘Understanding the content of thought’
Charlotte Murphy will then dazzle us with her eloquence and sagacity via
a talk entitled:
‘Distinguishing stimulus independence from representation’
As always there will be refreshments in C Block reception after the talks.
We look forward to seeing you there.
All the best,
Junior
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Junior Whiteley
York Neuroimaging Centre
junior.whiteley(a)ynic.york.ac.uk
Dear Users,
Today at 4pm (in B020, Psychology), Richard Vernon will give a project
presentation on:
"Exploring intermediate shape representations in the Lateral Occipital
Cortex"
Everyone is welcome to attend. Refreshments will be served in reception
afterwards.
Best wishes,
Junior
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Junior Whiteley
York Neuroimaging Centre
junior.whiteley(a)ynic.york.ac.uk
I would like to draw your attention to a fully funded PhD position, as
shown in the following links. The project operates at the very frontier
of magnetic resonance spectroscopic imaging (MRSI) for clinical
translation in cancer research.
https://www.abdn.ac.uk/clsm/graduate/research/magnetic-resonance-1210.phphttp://master.findaphd.com/search/ProjectDetails.aspx?PJID=72933
If you can pass on to anybody you feel might be suitable, it would be
appreciated.
Best regards,
Jiabao
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Jiabao He, PhD
Lecturer in Magnetic Resonance Physics
Aberdeen Biomedical Imaging Centre
Lilian Sutton Building
Foresterhill
Aberdeen, AB25 2ZD
Scotland
United Kingdom
Tel: +44 (0)1224 438370
Fax: +44 (0)1224 438364
Email: jiabao.he(a)abdn.ac.uk
Website: http://www.abdn.ac.uk/ims/research/abic/profiles/jiabao.he
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We have a great job opportunity for a graduate to work in our team at
Oxford.
A link to the application form and further job details can be found here
Please feel free to pass on this email and also to get in touch if you
have any questions.
Many thanks,
Kathrin
Dr Kathrin Cohen Kadosh
Department of Experimental Psychology
University of Oxford
Tinbergen Building, South Parks Road
Oxford, OX1 3UD
Tel: +44(0)1865 271349
Fax: +44(0)1865 310447
http://www.psy.ox.ac.uk/team/researchers/kathrin-cohenkadosh
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We are pleased to offer a 2-year post-doctoral position at the Reina
Sofia Foundation Alzheimer's Disease Centre in Madrid, Spain.
The successful applicant will be involved in neuroimaging analyses of a
5-year longitudinal study (currently in year 4) of 1200 healthy elderly
individuals (aged 70-85) to determine neuronal markers in the healthy
state which predict subsequent development of mild cognitive impairment
and dementia.
In addition, the Reina Sofia Alzheimer's Centre offers:
- A research-dedicated MRI facility attached to a 140-bed residence for
patients with Alzheimer’s disease.
- A brain-bank providing post-mortem histopathological confirmation of
dementia diagnosis for patients scanned pre-mortem.
- Ex-vivo MRI scanning.
A strong background in neuroimaging techniques is required. Applicants
must have a PhD in neuroscience, cognitive neuroscience, biomedical
engineering, neuropsychology or related field. Experience in dementia
research is a plus. Spanish language skills are NOT required.
Competitive annual salary depending on experience.
SUBMISSION
Interested candidates should send CV and a cover letter (including
contact details of 2 referees), to the following email address:
bryan.strange(a)upm.es
DEADLINE FOR SUBMISSION OF APPLICATIONS
March 4, 2016
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Postdoctoral Positions in Microstructural Imaging Methods & Applications
Prof Derek Jones at Cardiff University, UK, is very pleased to invite
applications from creative scientists, to join a team of researchers
developing microstructural imaging methods and applications at Cardiff
University.
Three distinct, and complementary positions are currently available, all
supported by a Wellcome Trust Investigator Award entitled ‘
Tractometry’. The overall aim of the project is to develop and apply
robust, multi-modal quantitative methods to explore the microstructural
underpinnings of individual differences in normal healthy cognition and
electrophysiology.
The appointees will work in the newly-expanded (£44m) Cardiff University
Brain Research Imaging Centre ( http://sites.cardiff.ac.uk/cubric ).
This 6500 m 2 research-dedicated centre, (one of the largest in Europe),
houses a Siemens 300mT/m Connectom system, a 7 Tesla MRI system, and 2 x
Prisma 3T MRI systems, alongside MEG, EEG, brain stimulation and
cognitive testing laboratories, and a vibrant community of basic science
and clinical researchers.
There is one postdoctoral position in each of the following research areas:
Cognitive Microstructural Imaging: You will be responsible for
developing and running cognitive assessments to explore how individual
differences in cognition relate to individual differences in tissue
microstructure, and how cognitive training impacts on different white
matter attributes. (Please apply for 4400BR)
Other posts you may be interested in:
Microstructural Imaging: You will develop and integrate quantitative
microstructural imaging techniques, including advanced models of
diffusion, quantitative relaxometry, quantitative magnetization transfer
and quantitative susceptibility imaging. You will be encouraged to
exploit the hardware capabilities of the Connectom and 7T systems.
(Please apply for (4398BR)
Connectomics: You will work on integrating measures of functional
connectivity (from MEG / FMRI) with measures of macro-scale structural
connectivity and tissue microstructure. Example areas include Dynamic
Causal Modelling, Canonical Correlation and Graph Theory Analyses.
Please apply for (4399BR)
We are looking for highly collaborative, curious researchers that are
able to communicate their research effectively to colleagues across a
broad range of disciplines.
The three posts are available immediately.
Interested parties are strongly advised to contact Derek Jones (
jonesd27(a)cardiff.ac.uk ) for an informal chat about the posts before
applying.
PLEASE VISIT http://goo.gl/r8gSSm for more information
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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 network
organization and plasticity in neurologic disorders such as epilepsy.
Other neurologic conditions, however, are also studied such as tumor.
Presurgical brain map ing studies are undertaken (MRI volumetrics,
task-fMRI, resting state functional connectivity, diffusion imaging,
electrocortical stimulation, and 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
pathologic (e.g., seizure) networks. Thomas Jefferson University
provides an interdisciplinary environment with grand rounds, seminars,
case conferences, and opportunities to collaborate with faculty across
departments such as neurosurgery and radiology. Successful applicants
must 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 PHD or MD 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 September 1, 2016. Contact: Joseph I. Tracy,
Ph.D., ABPP(CN). Director, Cognitive Neuroscience and Brain Mapping
Laboratory, Thomas Jefferson Univ./Sidney Kimmel 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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Postdoctoral research associate positions are available at the Infant
Brain Mapping Lab of the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill.
Our current focuses are to better understand the dynamic and critical
early brain development in health and disease, via multimodal
neuroimaging analysis. The successful candidate will support our efforts
either in advancing neuroimaging analysis technologies or in
neuroscience applications. We are seeking highly motivated individuals
who have extensive research experience in neuroimaging analysis (e.g.,
structural, diffusion or functional MRI) and demonstrated academic
excellence, including publications in first-class journals and
conferences. The candidate for Postdoctoral Research Associate should
have a Ph.D. (or equivalent) in Neuroscience, Computer Science, Applied
Mathematics/Statistics, Electrical Engineering, Biomedical Engineering,
or related fields. Good command of programming tools including Matlab,
C++, Linux, and scripting are necessary to carry out the research work
in this group. More information can be found at: http://www.unc.edu/~gangl.
The successful candidate will be part of a diverse group including
neuroscientists, radiologists, psychologists, physicists,
biostatistician, and computer scientists, and will build upon the
group's extensive foundation on neuroimaging analysis. If interested,
please email resume to Dr. Gang Li (gang_li(a)med.unc.edu).
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The Cohen Laboratory in the Department of Psychology and Neuroscience at
the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, directed by Dr. Jessica
Cohen, is seeking a postdoctoral fellow beginning summer or fall 2016
(specific start date flexible). We investigate how functional brain
networks interact and reconfigure when confronted with changing
cognitive demands, when experiencing transformations across development,
and when facing disruptions in healthy functioning due to disease. The
lab uses behavioral, neuroimaging, and clinical approaches taken from
neuroscience, psychology, and mathematics to address our research questions.
We have two main projects you would be involved with: one is
investigating moment-to-moment network dynamics during rest and task in
healthy individuals, and the other is investigating how treatment
ameliorates dysfunctional network organization and dynamics in children
with ADHD, and how normalization of connectivity patterns contributes to
improvements in symptomatology and cognition. Responsibilities include
conducting neuroimaging scans, processing and analyzing neuroimaging and
behavioral data, supervising graduate students and research assistants,
and preparing manuscripts for publication.
Necessary qualifications include: 1) a Ph.D. in Psychology, Neuroscience
or a related field; 2) experience programming, particularly with python,
unix and/or matlab; 3) experience with neuroimaging software packages
(e.g., FSL, AFNI, SPM); 4) experience with collecting, processing and
analyzing functional connectivity data; and 5) a strong publication
record. Preference will be given to candidates who additionally have: 1)
experience working with children (typically developing and/or with
developmental disorders); and 2) experience with advanced analytic
techniques (e.g., graph theory).
Position is for two years, but may be extended.
Interested applicants should send their CV, a cover letter describing
their research interests and career goals, and contact info for 2-3
references to Dr. Jessica Cohen (jrcohen(a)unc.edu). Additional
information can be found at: http://cohenlab.web.unc.edu/
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Some of you who use MRI have raised some concerns about the "blurriness"
of the image projected in the bore of the scanner.
I have now managed to source, cut and test new screen material thats
that result in a far more crisp image (in fact, a couple of projects
have now been using this material routinely).
Although these screens are available for immediate use to all users, the
older screen material will still be left in by default (for now) so that
users that are already scanning on an existing project do not have
anything changed. The existing screen material will also be stored and
remain available for any longitudinal studies.
Anyone wanting to use these new screens should ask the MRI operator to
put in the thinner screen material for their scan session. Any projects
starting to scan are encouraged to use this better material from the outset.
Please drop me a line if you have any questions.
--
Andre'
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Andre Gouws
York Neuroimaging Centre
University of York
The Biocentre
York Science Park
Heslington
YO10 5NY
Tel: +44 (0) 1904 435327
Fax: +44 (0) 1904 435356
If this your bike then I would advise moving it as it will get damaged
at that location as large nitrogen containers are moved in that area
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Gary Green
York Neuroimaging Centre &
Centre for Hyperpolarisation in Magnetic Resonance
The Biocentre
York Science Park
Innovation Way
Heslington
York
YO10 5NY
tel +44 (0) 1904 435349
fax +44 (0) 1904 435356
mobile +44 (0) 788 191 3004
http://www.ynic.york.ac.ukhttp://www.york.ac.uk/chym/https://www.ynic.york.ac.uk/about-us/people/ggrg
PhD position @ Aberdeen Biomedical Imaging Centre
Automated Detection of Brain Lesions in the Aberdeen Children of the
1950s and Analysis of Lifecourse Determinants
Application Deadline: Friday 11 March 2016
As we age brain microvascular disease increases, which is seen on
magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) as white matter hyperintensities (WMH),
cerebral microbleeds (MB) and enlarged perivascular spaces (PVS).
Quantification of these imaging lesions is a labour intensive, manual
task with inherent intra-observer variability that requires extensive
training to perform accurately. This studentship will develop an
automated method that can be applied to MRI images from large population
samples to improve accuracy, reproducibility, speed up image analysis
and facilitate large scale multi-centre studies in ageing and
neuropsychiatric disease. Methods will be developed and tested on
existing data, applied to newly collected STRADL data and validated in
external datasets. Analysis of predictors and outcomes of lesions will
inform the causes and health consequences of these lesions.
https://www.abdn.ac.uk/clsm/graduate/research/aberdeen-children-1201.php
Gordon D. Waiter PhD CSci MIPEM CPhys MInstP
Aberdeen Biomedical Imaging Centre
School of Medicine, Medical Sciences and Nutrition
University of Aberdeen
Lilian Sutton Building
Foresterhill
Aberdeen
AB25 2ZD
Tel: +44 (0)1224 438356 (University Internal 8356: NHS Internal 768356)
Fax: +44 (0)1224 438364
g.waiter(a)abdn.ac.uk
www.abdn.ac.uk/ims/profiles/g.waiterwww.abdn.ac.uk/ims/imaging
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In the context of the European Research Council Grant “RESHAPE:
REstoring the Self with embodiable HAnd ProsthesEs”, we are seeking two
outstanding Post-Doc scientists and two highly-motivated PhD students to
join us in developing new tools and methods to improve the embodiment of
robotic hand prostheses and study the related brain processes.
Activities will be carried out in a multidisciplinary research
environment (Clinical Neurophysiology and Neuroengineering) @ Campus
Bio-Medico University, Rome Italy (www.unicampus.it).
Post-Doc ideal candidates should
· - have relevant publications in international journals and
experience in fund raising
· - be English mother tongue or have almost comparable fluency
· - own at least two of the following expertise:
1. Programming for development/customization of interactive
Virtual/Augmented Reality environment
2. EEG/MRI signal processing
3. Body ownership, embodiment, cognitive neuroscience.
PhD Student ideal candidates should
· - be English mother tongue or have good fluency
· - have a master degree (or equivalent) in
o biomedical robotics, biomedical engineering, computer science or
other related fields
o medicine, neuroscience, neurophysiology or other related fields
Suitable candidates can introduce themselves by contacting Giovanni Di
Pino (g.dipino(a)unicampus.it) and Domenico Formica (d.formica(a)unicampus.it).
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Giovanni Pellegrino, MD
Multimodal Functional Imaging Laboratory
Montreal Neurological Institute, McGill University
Address: 332 Duff Medical Building, 3775 rue University, Montreal, QC,
H3A 2B4, Canada
Phone: (514) 398–1678
Fax: (514) 398–7461
Email: giovannipellegrino(a)gmail.com, giovanni.pellegrino2(a)mcgill.ca
Homepage: http://www.bic.mni.mcgill.ca/ResearchLabsMFIL/PeopleGiovanni
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Job opening for a research MR technician at:
Department of Psychology, University of Turin
Position: The Department of Psychology, University of Turin, seeks to
recruit a research oriented MRI technician to work at the Centre for
Neuroimaging (CNI). CNI is a specialized hospital cum research facility
with a Philips 3 Tesla Scanner, software for acquisition and analysis of
fMRI, system for audio/visual/haptic stimulation, and transcranial
magnetic stimulation setup (rTMS). In addition, the CNI is also equipped
with systems for recording of electrophysiological measures and high
resolution MRI compatible EEG system.
The position will be initially for a period of 12 months (renewable
subsequently). The job and pay scale will be according to the category
D1 (art. 22; contracts art. 22 replace Article 19). For an economic
reference, please refer to the following table:
http://www.unito.it/sites/default/files/costi_personale_ta_det_2014.pdf
Qualifications:
1. Preference will be given to candidates in possession of a PhD
degree in the field of Neuroscience, Neuroimaging, Biostatistics or
Complex Systems Neural.
2. In addition, proven experience documented by publications,
references, presentations at national or international conferences is
highly desirable in the following areas: Functional neuroimaging,
neurophysiology, use of software for the presentation of the stimuli and
the analysis of the fMRI data and neuro-psychophysiological.
Responsibilities: As a research technician, the personal will be
involved in assisting the functional imaging studies utilizing MRI and
complementary equipment and means.
For questions about the position, please contact Prof. Cristina Becchio
(cristina.becchio(a)unito.it).
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FULL-TIME RESEARCH ASSOCIATE IN NEUROIMAGING - Seeking a bright and
motivated research associate to perform structural and functional
neuroimaging analyses on several newly funded NIH studies examining
neurobiological markers of major mood disorders and their treatments in
children, adolescents, and young adults. The research associate will
conduct neuroimaging scans in children and adolescents, perform database
management including data entry and cleaning, data preprocessing and
analyses, and assist with preparing and presenting results for
publication and future grant submissions. Current techniques include
high-resolution structural imaging, functional MRI, and diffusion tensor
imaging. Preference will be given to an individual with experience
preprocessing and analyzing functional and structural neuroimaging data
using a variety of statistical packages, including SPM, FSL, and/or
FreeSurfer, and to an individual who has a publication track record of
analyzing reward paradigms or experience conducting research in mood or
other developmental disorders. The position represents an excellent
opportunity to further develop research skills and learn basic
principles of clinical and cognitive neuroscience and to gain exposure
to patient and normative pediatric populations over a wide developmental
range. The successful applicant will be an energetic, self-directed
learner with strong writing and leadership skills and a keen interest in
the lab's research. Knowledge of programming, scripting, and statistics
is a plus. Applicants must be able to commit to at least two years for
consideration. Stanford is an equal opportunity employer and all
qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race,
color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national
origin, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic
protected by law. 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.
If interested, please send a statement of scientific interests, a CV,
three letters of recommendation, and contact information for at least 3
academic references to Dr. Manpreet Singh, at mksingh(a)stanford.edu.
Manpreet K. Singh, MD MS
Assistant Professor of Psychiatry and Behavioral Sciences
Director, Stanford Pediatric Mood Disorders Program
Akiko Yamazaki and Jerry Yang Faculty Scholar in Pediatric Translational
Medicine, Stanford Child
Health Research Institute
Stanford University, Stanford, CA
Phone: (650) 725-5922
Email: mksingh(a)stanford.edu
Website: http://med.stanford.edu/pedmood/
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The Olin Neuropsychiatry Research Center (http://nrc-iol.org) located in
Hartford, CT USA is looking for a research assistant II/programmer to
assist with neuroinformatics development. The Olin Center is a 40 person
department, opened in 2003 at the Institute of Living. We have a Siemens
Skyra 3T whole-body MRI, EEG, and TMS suites. We are looking for someone
to help develop the Neuroinformatics Database
(http://github.com/gbook/nidb), manage neuroimaging data, and assist
with the programming of automated neuroimaging processing systems. The
primary focus of the position will be developing and maintaining imaging
and non-imaging databases, but duties will also include responding to
support requests, training, documentation, and bug fixing. The Olin
Center's database of 10,000 imaging sessions also provides an internally
accessible source of data for the candidate's own analyses, and the
candidate will have the opportunity to contribute to manuscripts.
Candidate is expected to have a bachelor’s degree in computer science or
engineering, and experience with programming and/or SQL databases
required. Experience programming PHP, Perl, HTML, SQL, in a Linux
environment is strongly preferred. Neuroimaging experience is also
preferred, but not necessary. Contact Greg at gregory.book(a)hhchealth.org
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We are seeking a full-time Postdoctoral Research Assistant to join the
Quantitative Biomedical Inference Group at the Institute of Biomedical
Engineering (IBME) in Headington. The post is funded by Cancer Research
UK, and the EPSRC, and is fixed-term for 2 years.
The research project is within the Image Analysis Theme of the Oxford
Cancer Imaging Centre, in close interaction with clinicians and medical
physicists in the centre. You will be responsible for evaluating new
physiological Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI) methods and developing
image analysis methods to extract haemodynamic and metabolic information
from them. The project will focus on the use of Arterial Spin Labelling
MRI to measure perfusion and Chemical Exchange Saturation Transfer MRI
to measure metabolism, applied to cancer imaging and for the modelling
of tumour function.
You should possess (or be near completion of) a relevant PhD in MR
imaging and/or image analysis, together with relevant experience to work
in a multi-disciplinary environment with both engineers and clinicians.
You should also possess strong mathematical and programming skills (e.g.
matlab, C++) as well as excellent communication skills. A good
publications record in relevant international peer-reviewed conferences
and journals is essential.
http://www.eng.ox.ac.uk/jobs/current-vacancies/vacancy/121931-Postdoctoral-…
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FULL-TIME POSTDOCTORAL FELLOW: We are seeking a full-time postdoctoral
researcher experienced in the analysis of structural and functional
magnetic resonance imaging data to work on several newly funded NIH
studies examining neurobiological markers of major mood disorders and
their treatments in children, adolescents, and young adults. Activities
will include conducting neuroimaging scans in children and adolescents,
processing cognitive and neuroimaging data, cleaning and quality
control, and leading a neuroimaging team in collaborative data analyses.
Applicants should have a Ph.D. or equivalent in clinical, cognitive,
or computational neuroscience, psychology, computer science, biomedical
engineering, statistics, or a related field. The fellow should have
strong programming (i.e., MATLAB) and writing skills, experience in
neuroimaging or a related field, and a strong interest in pursuing an
academic career path. Preference will be given to applicants who have
experience with multiple analysis methods/toolkits in the relevant
modality, a publication track record of analyzing data from multiple
brain imaging modalities (e.g. both structural and functional imaging),
experience analyzing reward paradigms or conducting research in mood or
other developmental disorders.
The postdoctoral fellow will engage in analyzing and integrating
multimodal clinical, cognitive, and neuroimaging data of children,
adolescents, and young adults. The fellow will be responsible for
leading new and existing analysis pipelines for functional and/or
anatomical MRI in collaboration with faculty and support staff, for
assessment and mitigation of artifacts, and for continuing analysis of
our existing database of multimodal MRI data. The fellow will also
assist in supervision/training of graduate or undergraduate students and
research assistants and in the preparation of manuscripts for
publication. Finally, the postdoctoral fellow will assist with the
preparation of progress reports and future grant submissions. Work will
be carried out with a team of interdisciplinary investigators at
Stanford University, led by PI Manpreet Singh, MD. Stanford is an equal
opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive
consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual
orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran
status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
Please send a cover letter, CV and three letters of recommendation to
mksingh(a)stanford.edu. Position available immediately.
Manpreet K. Singh, MD MS
Assistant Professor of Psychiatry and Behavioral Sciences
Director, Stanford Pediatric Mood Disorders Program
Akiko Yamazaki and Jerry Yang Faculty Scholar in Pediatric Translational
Medicine, Stanford Child
Health Research Institute
Stanford University, Stanford, CA
Phone: (650) 725-5922
Email: mksingh(a)stanford.edu
Website: http://med.stanford.edu/pedmood/
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Position Description:
The Education and Brain Sciences Research Lab directed by Dr. Laurie E.
Cutting of Vanderbilt University in Nashville, Tennessee is seeking an
independent and motivated postdoctoral researcher. The fulltime research
fellow position is appointed through the Vanderbilt Brain Institute in
one-year intervals, with re-appointments anticipated in years 2 and 3
(contingent upon satisfactory performance during the previous year). The
successful candidate will have a strong interest in developing and
optimizing neuroimaging data management and processing, and will provide
expertise that supports our lab’s efforts to integrate neuroimaging and
behavioral data on multiple projects. The postdoc will provide
expertise to our team, and will also interact closely with the
Vanderbilt University Institute of Imaging Science (VUIIS), attending
meetings and trainings to engage in scientific exchange and encourage
cutting-edge innovation. Compensation is in line with NIH postdoc salary
guidelines.
Lab and Facilities:
We offer a challenging multidisciplinary research environment in which
we study reading (reading development, reading comprehension) using
functional and structural MRI, as well as psychometric testing. Our
laboratory is located in the highly-ranked Peabody College of Education,
and our imaging is conducted at VUIIS (www.vuiis.vanderbilt.edu) Center
for Human Imaging Research which operates 2 full-time research Philips
3T scanners, as well as a 7T Philips scanner. We conduct research under
multiple grants, with a current focus on two longitudinal studies of
reading in children and adolescents, offering opportunities for
publication and presentation at conferences.
Basic Requirements:
• PhD in Neuroscience, Biomedical Engineering, Bioinformatics, Computer
Science, Neuropsychology or related discipline.
• Some programming skills (Python, Matlab, UNIX) strongly preferred
• A demonstrated record of innovative scientific research in
neuroimaging (preferably in both fMRI and DWI)
• Strong skills in the usage of one or more common neuroimaging packages
(FSL, SPM, Afni, Freesurfer); experience with XNAT is a plus, but not
required
• Strong communication skills in spoken and written English
• Ability to work closely with an interdisciplinary team, providing
training to students and researchers
• Authorized to work in the United States
Contact Information:
For more information regarding this position, please contact Laura A.
Barquero, Ph.D. laura.barquero(a)vanderbilt.edu with any questions. If you
are interested in the position, please provide a letter, CV, and names
and contact information for 3 academic/professional references.
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The Centro Nacional de Investigaciones Cardiovasculares (CNIC) is a
public research institute dedicated to excellence in cardiovascular
research and to translating new knowledge into real improvements in
clinical practice. This modern building is equipped with the latest
scientific equipment, including state-of-the-art imaging technologies,
and a comprehensive research-support infrastructure.
Postdoctoral position available for an experienced researcher in the
field of neurobiology to develop a project in the brain-to-heart axis.
The hosting group is a growing multidiciplinary very competitive young
team in the field of myocardial diseases.
Requirements
Applicants must have a PhD or equivalent (e.g. medical specialty in
neurology) in neuroscience or a related field (computational neuroscience).
Essential skills include experience in developing models of neuroimaging
(fMRI, PET).
Although not essential, experience in animal models of brain disease
will be highly considered in the evaluation period.
Background in MATLAB, statistical analysis, and software packages such
as SPM and FSL.
Offered
2-year full-time contract to develop the project. According to results,
an additional 3-year extension period might be considered.
Competitive salary (33K – 37K € per annum in accordance to previous
experience)
Integration in an international center of Excellence leader in the field
of cardiovascular diseases approached from different angles.
Extensive training possibilities in complementary skills.
Extensive access to state-of-the-art infrastructures for the project
(human hybrid PET/MR (3Tesla), large animal dedicated 3Tesla MRI,
PET/CT, cath labs, ...)
Project
Imaging-based study of brain functionality during/after myocardial
diseases (acute and chronic). Both large animal models and patients will
be part of the study.
Starting date: Second quarter 2016.
Group ref:
https://www.cnic.es/es/investigacion/laboratorio-traslacional-para-imagen-t…
Please send an email to bibanez(a)cnic.es and quote ref H2H protection
postdoc.
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The Brain Development Imaging Laboratory (BDIL) at the Dept. of
Psychology, San Diego State University (SDSU), is offering 1-2
postdoctoral positions in diffusion-weighted and other anatomical MRI
techniques.
Job Description
Post-doctoral positions will be supported by several newly funded NIH
projects examining brain structure and network organization across the
lifespan in autism spectrum disorders (ASD) including a study of
toddlers and a study of older adults. New projects will implement
multi-shell diffusion weighted imaging (i.e. multiple b-values,
appropriate for calculation of ODFs, tractography, examination of
neurite density in gray and white matter), multi-modal neuroanatomical
imaging (e.g. combined T1, T2, DWI), and simultaneous multi-slice fMRI.
The postdoctoral scholar will be responsible for implementation of new
analysis pipelines for diffusion weighted and/or anatomical MRI in
collaboration with faculty and support staff, for assessment and
mitigation of artifacts, and for continuing analysis of our existing
database of multimodal MRI data. Fellow will assist in
supervision/training of graduate students and research assistants and in
the preparation of manuscripts for publication. The postdoctoral fellow
will regularly interact with collaborating faculty at SDSU and
University of California San Diego and will have access to the rich San
Diego Neuroscience and Cognitive Science communities.
Requirements
· PhD in Neuroscience, Cognitive Science, Psychology, Biomedical
Engineering, or other relevant field.
· Experience in data acquisition, preprocessing, and analysis of
brain MRI data, with particular focus on diffusion and/or anatomical MRI.
· Preference will be given to applicants with:
o Experience with multiple analysis methods/toolkits in the relevant
modality.
o Experience in multiple brain imaging modalities (e.g. both diffusion
and functional imaging).
o Experience with ASD, other developmental disorders, or normal aging.
Brain Development Imaging Lab & Research Facilities
BDIL (www.sci.sdsu.edu/bdil) is a diverse and collaborative research
group with 3 faculty members and multiple PhD and Master’s students in
Psychology, Cognitive Science, Clinical Psychology, and BioInformatics
from both SDSU and University of California, San Diego (UCSD). Research
applies multiple imaging modalities (e.g. DWI, anatomical MRI, fMRI,
functional connectivity MRI, MR spectroscopy) as well as behavioral and
neuropsychological measures to investigate the brain bases of ASD and
age-related change across the lifespan (1-65 years). BDIL collaborates
with experts in MR physics, Radiology, EEG, MEG, and Bioinformatics to
implement innovative imaging and analysis techniques (e.g., simultaneous
fMR/EEG recording, combined MEG and MRI). BDIL maintains close ties with
faculty at UCSD Center for Functional MRI (CFMRI) where imaging is
performed and with affiliated faculty at UCSD School of Medicine. BDIL
researchers have full access to CFMRI (http://fmri.ucsd.edu/), a
research dedicated facility with two 3T human research scanners (8 & 32
channel head coils), led by top experts in radiology physics, and
supported by engineering staff.
To Apply
Please e-mail CV, research statement, reprints, and 3 letters of
recommendation to Ralph-Axel Mueller at: rmueller(a)sdsu.edu.
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The Departments of Medicine and of Radiology and Imaging Sciences at
Emory University is seeking a postdoctoral fellow to work with a team of
physicians and neuroscientists focused on neuroimaging (MRI: Arterial
Spin Labeling and cerebrovascular reactivity). The position provides
excellent opportunity to work in an interdisciplinary environment and
have close interactions with MR physicists, radiologists, neurologist,
internists and neuroscientists. Accesses are available to two dedicated
research MR 3T Siemens Tim-Trio scanners, one 9.4T animal scanner, and a
powerful computer-cluster. Close collaboration with the Emory University
Hospital, which houses a clinical 3T Siemens Tim-Trio and five 1.5T MR
scanners, allows easy translation of technical developments to clinical
settings.
The qualifications of a successful candidate should include
· A PhD degree in Electrical Engineering, Biomedical Engineering,
Physics, or other related fields
· Strong background in signal processing, image processing and
quantitative analysis. Excellent proficiency with Matlab and/or C/C++
programming language.
· Demonstrated independent research capabilities and good
organizational and inter-personal skills.
Previous experiences with medical image processing including freesrufer,
FSL and SPM are desirable;
The candidate is expected to work on projects involving performing image
processing using existing tools and development of new methodologies.
Potential research projects depend on the mutual interests of the
candidate and the PI. These may include but are not limited to: (1)
analyzing CO2-vasoreactivity images; (2) reconstruction and analysis
methods for quantitative susceptibility mapping (QSM), (3)
quantification and analysis methods for arterial spin labeling, dynamic
susceptibility contrast imaging and diffusion imaging. Plans to obtain
independent funding is highly desirable.
Emory University provides competitive salaries commensurate with
experience. This position is funded by NIH grants for at least 5 years.
To apply, please send your CV to Ihab Hajjar, MD (ihajjar(a)emory.edu) and
Deqiang Qiu, PhD (dqiu3(a)emory.edu).
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DEPARTMENT OF VETERANS AFFAIRS
Palo Alto WRIISC Special Postdoctoral Fellowship Program
in Advanced Neuroimaging
(VAPA-WRIISC-SFP)
The Office of Academic Affiliations, Department of Veterans Affairs
(VA), is now accepting applications for a two-year special Postdoctoral
Fellowship Training Program in advanced neuroimaging with an emphasis on
Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI), Posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD),
cognitive impairment and chronic pain. The Fellowship can begin between
July 1st and October 31st, 2016. This is a joint fellowship between VA
Palo Alto War Related Illness and Injury Study Center (WRIISC) and the
Department of Psychiatry and Behavioral Sciences at Stanford University.
The VAPA-WRIISC-SFP site is linked to the two other WRIISC fellowship
sites (Washington, DC, East Orange, NJ) as well as the VA Mental Illness
Research, Education, and Clinical Center (MIRECC) fellowship program
(based at Palo Alto) for didactic, academic, and research efforts. The
Palo Alto WRIISC specializes in integrating anatomical/functional
Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI) and Positron Emission Tomography (PET)
to improve the diagnostic/prognostic value of neuroimaging in the
clinical setting. The fellowship provides a unique opportunity to (a)
receive training in Diffusion Tensor Imaging (DTI), functional Magnetic
Resonance Imaging (fMRI) and Voxel-based morphometry (VBM) from a team
of experienced neuroimagers and (b) relate neuroimaging findings to
clinical cases in consensus conferences with our team of neurologists,
nurse practitioners, psychiatrists & psychologists. There is also
opportunity to explore projects in psychology and dementia with WRIISC,
MIRECC, and Stanford faculty. In collaboration with their mentors,
fellows will develop and conduct a research project, publish and present
findings, participate in grant writing, and utilize the latest
technologies for research (including a 3 Tesla MRI scanner).
Applicants must be US citizens. The ideal candidate will have a Ph.D. in
cognitive neuroscience, computer science, psychology, or a related
discipline. Prior experience in neuroimaging is essential. Experience
with Linux, MATLAB, SPM8/12, FreeSurfer & FSL is highly desirable and
programming skills would be a big plus.
A. To be eligible to apply for the WRIISC Fellowship Program you must
hold a PhD in one of the above described disciplines and be able to
provide evidence of U.S. citizenship.
B. Applications must be received by March 20, 2016. Applicants must
submit: a) a letter confirming they can fulfill the eligibility
requirements; b) a personal statement describing their interest in the
Fellowship; c) 3 letters of recommendation; and d) a current curriculum
vitae. These materials can be submitted directly to the PhD Fellowship
Program Director: Ansgar Furst, PhD at ansgar.furst(a)va.gov.
C. If the applicant is identified as the candidate of choice for this
site, they will be required to produce all documents listed in the above
section A and the following additional documents:
Transcripts from all educational institutions
VA Form 10-2850d, “Application for Health Professions Trainees.”
For more information, please contact Ansgar Furst, PhD at the WRIISC
Palo Alto Fellowship site, (650) 493-5000, "1", "1" then x68652 or
ansgar.furst(a)va.gov.
See also:
http://www.warrelatedillness.va.gov/
DEPARTMENT OF VETERANS AFFAIRS
Palo Alto WRIISC Special Fellowship Program (PhD track) with Research
Interests in Mental Health and Clinical Neuroscience
(VAPA-WRIISC-SFP)
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Postdoctoral position at the Department of Experimental and Applied
Psychology of the Vrije Universiteit Brussel (Belgium)
We are seeking a highly motivated postdoctoral researcher for a 1-year
project on cognitive control. The project will be supervised by Eva Van
den Bussche (Vrije Universiteit Brussel;
http://homepages.vub.ac.be/~evdbussc/ and http://copsresearchgroup.be/)
and Tom Verguts (Universiteit Gent; http://users.ugent.be/~tverguts/).
The supervisors are specialized in cognitive control. Each department
(Brussels and Ghent) provides a stimulating environment for cognitive
neuroscience research.The candidate will carry out behavioral, EEG and
fMRI experiments. Experience with these techniques (especially fMRI) is
a requirement. We have access to a research-dedicated 3T Siemens MR
scanner, Biosemi ActiveTwo EEG system and state-of-the-art equipment for
experimentation.
Candidates should have a doctoral degree in psychology, (cognitive)
neuroscience, or a related discipline on the starting date. The starting
date can be anywhere in 2016, so candidates who will defend their PhD in
the near future can also apply. Salary is according to standard Belgian
regulations. Although the official language at the Vrije Universiteit
Brussel and Ghent University is Dutch, knowledge of Dutch is not required.
Interested candidates should send a CV, motivation letter, and two
(email) addresses of potential referees to
Eva.Van.den.Bussche(a)vub.ac.be. Informal inquiries can also be sent via
email. Candidates will be considered until the position is filled.
Prof. Dr. Eva Van den Bussche
Faculty of Psychology and Educational Sciences
Pleinlaan 2, B-1050 Brussel
Office: 3C241
Phone : +32-(0)2-629 14 82
Fax : +32-(0)2-629 24 89
E-mail: Eva.Van.den.Bussche(a)vub.ac.be
URL: http://homepages.vub.ac.be/~evdbussc//
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Applications are invited for a 3-year full-time post-doctoral position
investigating memory-related brain processes during post-learning sleep.
The project will use EEG, fMRI and transcranial electrical stimulation
(tES) together with state-of-the-art multivariate analysis methods to
capture and experimentally manipulate consolidation mechanisms in the
sleeping human brain.
The successful candidate will work in the Episodic Memory Laboratory at
the University of Birmingham (UK) and will be supervised by Dr Bernhard
Staresina. We work in close collaboration with a vibrant memory research
community (http://www.memorybham.com/) and have access to multimodal
neuroimaging facilities including 7T MRI, MEG, TMS and intracranial EEG.
Applicants must have a PhD in a relevant area (e.g., Psychology,
Neuroscience, Computer Science), have demonstrable expertise in sleep
research, EEG, fMRI and/or tES and have advanced programming and
analysis skills (using MATLAB or equivalent). Publications in
peer-reviewed journals and conference presentations at international
meetings are required. A background in memory research is highly desirable.
The proposed start date is September 2016.
If you are interested and wish to find out more, please contact Dr
Bernhard Staresina (b.staresina(a)bham.ac.uk) with your CV and a brief
statement of interest.
Bernhard Staresina, PhD
Sir Henry Dale Fellow
School of Psychology
University of Birmingham
www.memorybham.com/bernhard-staresina
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We are looking for a new team member for a two-year postdoc position
funded via a Medical Research Council Grant.
You should be medically qualified, with a PhD in MRI or PET ± EEG (as
the project will be ambitious enough, you should have a thorough
grounding in at least two of the modalities).
Full details can be obtained by following the link below:
https://www.hirewire.co.uk/HE/1061247/MS_JobDetails.aspx?JobID=66986
The closing date for applications is on the 19th of February.
With best wishes,
Alexander
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Alexander Hammers, MD PhD
Professor (Honorary Consultant) of Imaging and Neuroscience
Head of PET Imaging Centre
Division of Imaging Sciences and Biomedical Engineering
King's College London
St Thomas' Hospital, London
Telephone +44-(0)20 7188 8364 (PA Amanda Provencal)
Email alexander.hammers(a)kcl.ac.uk
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application to be sent to Julie Bakker (jbakker(a)ulg.ac.be). :-)
C.
Within the research group of Dr. Julie Bakker at the GIGA Neurosciences,
University of Liège, Belgium, a position is available for a
Post-doctoral fellow (m/f)
Full-time (38 hours/week)
Description of the project
The overall aim of the project is to unravel the role of pubertal
gonadal hormones in brain sexual differentiation using Kallmann Syndrome
as model. The position will involve the measurement of brain activity
and structure in male and female patients with Kallmann syndrome as well
as control men and women using structural and functional MRI. The
candidate will join a young and dynamic research group.
Requirements
We are looking for an excellent, motivated post-doctoral fellow with a
strong background in neuroimaging research. The candidate is expected to
have an interest in behavioral neuroscience and neuroendocrinology, and
preferably has a background in this type of research. Proficiency in all
stages of MRI research, including the study design, acquisition,
processing and analysis of imaging data is absolutely required. Previous
experience in multimodal imaging is considered a plus. Good writing
skills, publications in high impact journals and a proven track record
of successful grant/fellowship writing are expected.
Appointment
The position is temporary for a period of 1 year with renewal possible.
Starting date
October 2016
Location
The GIGA is a major centre for research and development in biotechnology
and is one of a very few centers in Europe that have excelled at
integrating academic research, collaborations with companies, technology
transfer and training facilities. The GIGA Neurosciences unit aims at
carrying out top-level research on development, normal functions, and
disorders of the nervous system. The MRI acquisitions will take place at
the Cyclotron Research Centre (CRC), which has now become a new research
unit within the GIGA (GIGA-CRC in vivo imaging).
Applications
Send your application, including a curriculum vitae, or requests for
additional information to: jbakker(a)ulg.ac.be
Deadline
The application deadline will remain open until a suitable candidate has
been identified.
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Research Assistant , Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine;
Department of Psychiatry and Behavioral Sciences; Division of Geriatric
Psychiatry and Neuropsychiatry
Description: The Neuroimaging Laboratory of the Division of Geriatric
Psychiatry and Neuropsychiatry focuses on the application of high
resolution neuroreceptor PET, 3T and 7T MR imaging to the study of
cognitive and affective symptoms in late life (including normal aging,
late life depression, mild cognitive impairment and Parkinson’s Disease)
and the effects of interventions including pharmacotherapy and brain
stimulation. The candidate will be responsible for PET and MR image
processing and analysis, including region of interest, voxel-wise and
network analysis methods. The candidate will have the opportunity to
contribute to research papers and scientific presentations.
Skills and Knowledge Required: Bachelor’s degree required in psychology,
neuroscience or a related field. Preference will be given to individuals
with experience in neuroimaging research. Strong preference will be
given to individuals with experience using AFNI, FSL, SPM, or
Freesurfer. Strong attention to detail, excellent verbal/written
communication and organization skills and self-motivation is critical.
Must be able to work effectively in a multidisciplinary team environment.
Please Contact: Gwenn S. Smith, Ph.D. Richman Family Professor,
Department of Psychiatry and Behavioral Sciences. gsmith95(a)jhmi.edu
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This is to announce a position at the University of Massachusetts
Amherst in the Institute for Applied Life Sciences. We are looking for a
Senior Research Fellow/MRI Physicist – Neuroimaging.
Job Description:
The Physicist performs advanced research techniques and procedures in
Core specific science and is responsible for day-to-day management of
specialized Core facilities. In addition, the candidate participates in
recommendations on purchase of major Core equipment and provides timely
support to customers utilizing the facility in an efficient manner. The
Physicist also supports investigators with Letters of Support for grant
funding through Core, prepares proposals for new instrumentation in
collaboration with PIs (i.e., Major Research Instrumentation proposals
from NSF and S10 program from NIH), maintains instrumentation service &
maintenance and monitors new developments and improvements in technology
to keep core competitive and state-of-the-art.
The candidate also works with users to select protocols best suited to
their needs, explores experimental options and trains new users, and
oversees established users. Excellent communication skills are essential
and candidates are required to support academic and industry
investigators, including data collection and analyses, and project
prioritization.
Requirements:
Minimum Qualifications:
A Ph.D. in physics, engineering, neuroscience or a related field is
required and 3-5 years of relevant post-doctoral experience in Core
Facility Field.
Apply by February 16, 2016 for priority consideration, however
applications will be accepted till the position is filled. Application
materials must include 1) a cover letter summarizing interests and
qualifications, 2) a complete curriculum vitae, and 3) contact
information for 3 professional references. Please include Requisition
#R51472 on your application materials.
Complete details can be found at:
https://umass.interviewexchange.com/jobofferdetails.jsp?JOBID=68335&type=7
Thank you in advance,
Jacquie Kurland
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Jacquie Kurland, PhD
Associate Professor
Department of Communication Disorders
School of Public Health and Health Sciences
University of Massachusetts Amherst
358 North Pleasant Street, Room 307A
Amherst, MA 01003-9296
Phone: (413) 545-4007
Fax: (413) 545-0803
Email: jkurland(a)comdis.umass.edu
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Position Description:
The Education and Brain Sciences Research Lab directed by Dr. Laurie E.
Cutting of Vanderbilt University in Nashville, Tennessee is seeking an
independent and motivated postdoctoral researcher. The fulltime research
fellow position is appointed through the Vanderbilt Brain Institute in
one-year intervals, with re-appointments anticipated in years 2 and 3
(contingent upon satisfactory performance during the previous year). The
successful candidate will have a strong interest in developing and
optimizing neuroimaging data management and processing, and will provide
expertise that supports our lab’s efforts to integrate neuroimaging and
behavioral data on multiple projects. The postdoc will provide
expertise to our team, and will also interact closely with the
Vanderbilt University Institute of Imaging Science (VUIIS), attending
meetings and trainings to engage in scientific exchange and encourage
cutting-edge innovation. Compensation is in line with NIH postdoc salary
guidelines.
Lab and Facilities:
We offer a challenging multidisciplinary research environment in which
we study reading (reading development, reading comprehension) using
functional and structural MRI, as well as psychometric testing. Our
laboratory is located in the highly-ranked Peabody College of Education,
and our imaging is conducted at VUIIS (www.vuiis.vanderbilt.edu) Center
for Human Imaging Research which operates 2 full-time research Philips
3T scanners, as well as a 7T Philips scanner. We conduct research under
multiple grants, with a current focus on two longitudinal studies of
reading in children and adolescents, offering opportunities for
publication and presentation at conferences.
Basic Requirements:
• PhD in Neuroscience, Biomedical Engineering, Bioinformatics, Computer
Science, Neuropsychology or related discipline.
• Some programming skills (Python, Matlab, UNIX) strongly preferred
• A demonstrated record of innovative scientific research in
neuroimaging (preferably in both fMRI and DWI)
• Strong skills in the usage of one or more common neuroimaging packages
(FSL, SPM, Afni, Freesurfer); experience with XNAT is a plus, but not
required
• Strong communication skills in spoken and written English
• Ability to work closely with an interdisciplinary team, providing
training to students and researchers
• Authorized to work in the United States
Contact Information:
For more information regarding this position, please contact Laura A.
Barquero, Ph.D. laura.barquero(a)vanderbilt.edu with any questions. If you
are interested in the position, please provide a letter, CV, and names
and contact information for 3 academic/professional references.
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A postdoctoral position is available in Dr. Christine Rabinak's
Translational Neuropsychopharmacology Laboratory at Wayne State
University in Detroit, Michigan. Our research focuses on behavioral and
neural processes underlying fear learning and memory in healthy
volunteers and patients with fear-based disorders, such as posttraumatic
stress disorder. For more information about the specific projects and
areas please visit our lab website: http://www.tnp2lab.org
The initial postdoctoral fellow appointment will be for 2 years, with
potential to renew. Applicant must be a US citizen or permanent resident.
Minimum qualifications include a highly motivated individual with a
recently obtained (within the past 2 years) PhD in a relevant field
(e.g., Neuroscience, Psychology, Biology), MD, or MD/PhD, or comparable
degree. Strong evidence of technical experience in functional
neuroimaging, including strong programming skills (Matlab, C++, Python,
or equivalent programming language) is required. Experience designing
and conducting Pavlovian fear conditioning studies and/or working with
clinical populations of fear-based disorders (e.g., anxiety disorders,
posttraumatic stress disorder) is highly desirable. Candidates are
further required to have a strong record of research accomplishments and
publications, including presentations of scientific results at national
meetings and their publication in peer-reviewed journals, an ability to
work in a team environment as well as excellent oral and written
communication skills.
Duties will consist of, but are not limited to, designing, performing,
and analyzing studies that investigate the role of the cannabinoid
system in aversive learning and memory, aide, supervise, design, and
execute experiments pertaining to the lab’s area of research (emotion
and posttraumatic stress disorder). The candidate will participate in
the writing of manuscripts and grants, presenting data at national and
international meetings, and assist in the training of students. The
postdoctoral fellow will be expected to develop his/her own ideas within
the scope of the lab.
Qualified candidates should submit their CV, the names of three
references, and a cover letter summarizing current and future research
interests by email to Dr. Rabinak at rabinak(a)wayne.edu
This position is funded by a fellowship from the Office of the Vice
President of Research at Wayne State University.
Christine A. Rabinak, PhD
Assistant Professor
Wayne State University
Eugene Applebaum College of Pharmacy & Health Sciences
Pharmacy Practice
Pharmaceutical Sciences
Psychiatry & Behavioral Neurosciences
Translational Neuroscience Program
259 Mack Ave., Suite 2190
Detroit, MI 48201
rabinak(a)wayne.edu
Office: 313-577-9875
Fax: 313-577-5369
http://www.tnp2lab.org
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International Research Training Group (IRTG 2150)
“The Neuroscience of Modulating Aggression and Impulsivity in
Psychopathology”
Two positions for post-doctoral fellows available
The International Research Training Group “The Neuroscience of Modulating
Aggression and Impulsivity in Psychopathology” (IRTG 2150) invites
applications for two full-time post-doctoral researchers. The start of
position is in April 2016. Applicants should have a doctoral degree (at
the time of the appointment) in one of the related disciplines (medicine,
psychology, neuroscience, biology, physics, mathematics, engineering).
Applicants should have a strong interest and methodological expertise in a
relevant area (fMRI, PET, EEG, specific analysis techniques or stimulation
techniques, neuropsychology, psychopathology) or a scientific contribution
in the relevant area of the neuroscience of pathological aggression and
impulsivity. Applicants should demonstrate successful research experience
by an excellent publication record with respect to their scientific age.
They are expected to develop and conduct their own research within the
thematic focus of the program, and be willing to assist the IRTG faculty
members in organizing and conducting the training aspects of the program.
Applicants must have a good working knowledge of spoken and written
English. Knowledge of German is not required but advantageous.
Comensuration is according to German federal regulations. Appointments
within the IRTG are limited to a 2-year maximum due to DFG regulations,
but applicants are strongly supported in seeking follow-up funding.
The IRTG 2150 is funded by the German Research Foundation (DFG), and
provides an international research and training program for doctoral
students in a network comprising the neuroscience research at RWTH Aachen
University and the Research Center Jülich in Germany, with an intense
collaboration with the University of Pennsylvania (USA). The program is
situated within the framework of the Jülich-Aachen Research Alliance
(JARA-BRAIN, www.jara.org/jara-brain).
The participating institutions are the Department of Psychiatry,
Psychotherapy and Psychosomatics, the Department of Child and Adolescent
Psychiatry, Psychosomatics and Psychotherapy, the Department of Neurology,
the Department of Biology, and the Institutes of Neuroscience and Medicine
at the Forschungszentrum Jülich. Within this IRTG, we will employ a
continuum of highly translational approaches, specifically neuroimaging
studies, as our major methodological focus, conducting behavioral,
electrophysiological and neuroendocrinological human studies. This core
concept will be strengthened by also involving molecular and animal
studies. Two research lines are pursued: First, we will investigate major
risk and influencing factors. We will focus on patients with mental
disorders as well as on healthy individuals and investigate the effects of
these influencing factors on neural networks and neurotransmitters.
Second, we aim to identify ways to modulate and alter impulsivity and
aggressive behavior by neuromodulatory (e.g. tDCS, neurofeedback, TMS),
psychosocial (e.g. emotion regulation), pharmacological means in humans
and in rodents and analyze the effects on the underlying cerebral
connectivity.
The RWTH Aachen aims to increase the number of women in areas in which
they are underrepresented, thus women are strongly encouraged to apply.
For further information please see: www.rwth-aachen.de/equality
The RWTH Aachen aims to integrate persons with disabilities, thus such
persons are strongly encouraged to apply. For further information please
see: www.rwth-aachen.de/disabilities
Please send applications including CV, cover letter and a 1-page letter of
motivation to irtg2150(a)ukaachen.de. Informal enquiries may be made to the
coordinator of the program, Prof. Dr. Ute Habel, Email:
irtg2150(a)ukaachen.de
Speakers of the program are
Prof. Dr. Ute Habel, Department of Psychiatry and Psychotherapy, School of
Medicine, RWTH Aachen University
Prof. Dr. Ruben C. Gur, Department of Psychiatry, School of Medicine,
University of Pennsylvania, Philadelphia
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Doctoral positions at the International Research Training Group (IRTG 2150)
“The Neuroscience of Modulating Aggression and Impulsivity in
Psychopathology”
in RWTH Aachen – Jülich FZJ – UPenn.
The newly founded IRTG is a program funded by the German Research
Foundation (DFG) that starts with April 2016. In a network, the
neuroscience research at the RWTH Aachen University, and the Research
Center Jülich provide an international English spoken curriculum with
obligatory and intense exchange with the University of Pennsylvania (USA).
Potential PhD researchers within this IRTG will investigate a clinically
and societally highly relevant topic: the neurobiology of pathological
aggression and impulsivity. Doctoral candidates will learn, develop and
apply advanced brain imaging techniques including structural and
functional magnetic resonance imaging (high-field MRI and fMRI), positron
emission tomography (PET), whole-head magnetoencephalography (MEG),
electroencepaholography (EEG), transcranial direct current stimulation
(tDCS), receptor distribution and micro-structural architectonic brain
mapping.
The participating institutions comprise the Department of Psychiatry,
Psychotherapy and Psychosomatics, the Department of Child and Adolescent
Psychiatry, Psychosomatics and Psychotherapy, the Department of Neurology,
the Department of Biology, and the Institutes of Neuroscience and Medicine
at the Forschungszentrum Jülich. The program is situated within the
framework of the Jülich-Aachen Research Alliance (JARA-BRAIN,
www.jara.org/jara-brain). These and associated institutions host the
individual doctoral researchers in joint supervision of partners from the
University of Pennsylvania (Departments of Psychiatry, Neurology, Biology,
Pharmacology, Psychology, Radiology, Criminology). An extensive exchange
and rotation program for students, researchers and professors is central
to this IRTG.
Participants will be granted a (TL-13 (65%)) position for a period of up
to 3 years. The IRTG is designed to allow participants to acquire a
doctoral degree (Dr. rer. nat and Dr. rer. medic., depending on the
primary institution) within this time frame.
Applicants for the doctoral stipends must hold a Master's degree or a
German Diploma (or an equivalent degree) in a related field, such as
neuroscience, psychology, physics, biomedical sciences, be interested in
neurobiological research of aggression and impulsivity. The curriculum of
the IRTG will be in English, facilitating the inclusion of international
students. However, we would like to stress that for part of the clinical
projects with patients, German-speaking students have an advantage for
projects with patient communication (diagnostics, psychopathological
assessment). Due to the strong international orientation of the IRTG,
ideal candidates should have a sufficient command of the English language,
both in writing and orally (comparable to TOEFL, IELTS-C1). Transcripts or
degree certificates issued in languages other than English must be
accompanied by English translations.
Applications can be submitted via email and should include a curriculum
vitae along with copies of degree certificates, an English language
proficiency test (if available) and two letters of recommendation.
Applicants are required to outline their future professional plans in a
personal statement, in which they describe how their plans relate to the
research topics of the IRTG.
Please submit your application or informal inquiries to
irtg2150(a)ukaachen.de
Spokesmen of the program are
Prof. Dr. Ute Habel
Department of Psychiatry and Psychotherapy, School of Medicine,
RWTH Aachen University,
Pauwelsstr. 30, 52074 Aachen
Prof. Dr. Ruben C. Gur
Department of Psychiatry, School of Medicine, University of Pennsylvania
10 Gates Pavilion, 3400 Spruce Street
Philadelphia, PA 19104
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A postdoctoral research associate position is available at the Infant
Brain Mapping Lab of the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill
(UNC-Chapel Hill). Our current focuses are to better understand the
dynamic and critical early brain development in both health and disease,
via multimodal neuroimaging analysis. The successful candidate will
support our efforts either in advancing neuroimaging analysis
technologies or in neuroscience applications. We are seeking highly
motivated individuals who have extensive research experience in
neuroimaging analysis (e.g., structural, diffusion or functional MRI)
and demonstrated academic excellence, including publications in
first-class journals and conferences. The candidate should have a Ph.D.
(or equivalent) in Neuroscience, Computer Science, Applied
Mathematics/Statistics, Electrical Engineering, Biomedical Engineering,
or related fields. Good command of programming tools including Matlab,
C++, Linux, and scripting are necessary to carry out the research work
in this group.
The successful candidate will be part of a diverse group including
neuroscientists, radiologists, psychologists, physicists,
biostatistician, and computer scientists, and will build upon the
group's extensive foundation on neuroimaging analysis. If interested,
please email resume to Dr. Gang Li (gang_li(a)med.unc.edu).
For more information, please visit: http://www.unc.edu/~gangl/contact.html.
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here a permanent position at Roche in Basel for a senior PET/MR imaging
specialist with clinical trial experience (for more information s. the
provided link):
http://www.roche.com/careers/jobs/jobsearch/job.htm?id=E-3102844645&locale=…
Best wishes,
Juergen
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Please find enclose a 3 years Post Doctoral position that may be of
interest.
Post Doc in data processing and databasing of large neuroimaging datasets.
The Neurofunctional Imaging Group (GIN) is a CNRS-CEA joint research
team of the Neurodegenerative Disease Institute, UMR 5293 at Bordeaux
University. The GIN is a multidisciplinary research team gathering
scientists with training in instrumentation, cognitive neurosciences,
signal processing and databasing.
The GIN is a partnering member of the MULTI-LATERAL (Multi-level
Integrative Analysis of Brain Lateralization for Language,
http://flagera.eu/?q=FLAG-ERA-call-2015-projects) project funded by the
FLAG-ERA European consortium set up to contribute to the construction of
the Human Brain Project Flagship project. This partnership aims to
identify the anatomical, functional and genetic determinants of brain
lateralization for language functions.
Within this context, the GIN offers a 3 years Post Doc / Research
Engineer position immediately available.
The core work of the Post Doc will to extract accurate structural and
intrinsic connectivity asymmetry phenotypes across a range of large
scale imaging datasets:
First, the post-doc will contribute to develop improved methods and
dedicated software to reliably and automatically measure individual
differences in lateralization for anatomy and resting state intrinsic
connectivity.
In a second phase, the Post Doc will apply the methods in brain imaging
datasets (about 10 000 subjects, including the BIL&GIN, BIG, I-Share and
UK-biobank neuroimaging databases) having genetic data available, for
the purposes of association and rare variant analysis followed by
integrated genome-level analysis with transcriptomic (lateralized gene
expression) dataand genomic gene-set analysis.
The applicant will benefit from the support of existing research in this
topic area and preliminary works in the accurate definition of both
structural and resting state asymmetry characterization together with
data management of large neuroimaging cohorts.
The qualified applicant should have a PhD (or equivalent) in neuro-image
analysis, computer science (signal and/or image processing) or related
field and a strong background / experience in neuroimaging data
processing. Applicants should have experience with tools for analysis of
neuroimaging data (Freesurfer, SPM,…) and a relevant programming
experience (Unix, C/C++ / python, MATLAB).
For further information, please contact Dr. Fabrice Crivello
(fabrice.crivello(a)u-bordeaux.fr). Salary is according to Bordeaux
University salary grid depending on applicant experience. The position
is limited for 3 years. Job location is in Bordeaux - France.
Interested candidates should send their applications including CV with
publication list and recommendation letters (names and contact
information) and a written summary of research interests to
fabrice.crivello(a)u-bordeaux.fr.
Dr Fabrice CRIVELLO
Mob : +33 (0)6 81 06 47 53
Tel : +33 (0)5 47 30 44 03
Fax : +33 (0)5 47 30 43 94
https://www.researchgate.net/profile/Fabrice_Crivello
IMN, Institut des Maladies Neurodégénératives, UMR 5293
Equipe 5 : GIN, Groupe d’Imagerie Neurofonctionnelle, CEA - CNRS -
Université de Bordeaux
Université de Bordeaux
146 rue Léo Saignat - CS 61292 - Case 28
33 076 Bordeaux cedex
http://www.imn-bordeaux.org/
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A cross-disciplinary (psychology, psychiatry, neuroscience) research
program in translational neuroscience is set to begin at the University
of Pennsylvania that will combine fMRI, TMS, pupillography,
electrophysiology, and behavioral recordings in humans as well as in
non-human primates to better understand how non-invasive neuromodulation
affects the brain and behavior in circuits relevant to neuropsychiatric
illness. The effort is headed by Drs. Yvette Sheline and Michael Platt
along with collaborators at Penn (Oathes, Gold, Kable). A strong
background in fMRI acquisition and analysis in psychology or psychiatry
is required as well as willingness to learn TMS methods and to
collaborate with NHP labs. Must be familiar with computer scripting such
as Unix, shell, Matlab, R, Python, etc. and relevant imaging statistics.
Additional background in signal processing for psychophysiological data
is a plus.
To apply, please send a curriculum vitae, a statement describing
research interests and relevant background and three letters of
recommendations, as well as relevant reprints/preprints of research
articles to: Yvette Sheline, M.D.
sheline(a)mail.med.upenn.edu
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Hello All,
Marc Himmelberg will be giving a project presentation on 'Featural
receptive field mapping using fMRI' at 4pm on 25th February in B020.
Best wishes
Tony
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Antony Morland, PhD
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 all,
This is a reminder that we will be hosting MEG UK 2016 from March 21st
to 23rd. The event will follow the traditional format of a one day
workshop and a two day conference.
The title of the one-day workshop is Connectivity and dynamics in MEG.
On days two and three, each individual lab group within the UK is given
a 45 minute slot in which to present work.
If you wish to attend MEG UK, we would ask you to register as soon as
possible as we are limited in terms of space and need to finalise
numbers for catering. Even if you work at York, we would ask that you
register to let us know that you are coming.
You can register at:
https://www.ynic.york.ac.uk/events/meguk
If you have any queries, please contact meguk-2016(a)ynic.york.ac.uk
Many thanks,
Mark
Dear All,
The MSc Cognitive Neuroscience students will be presenting their projects
this afternoon. The presentations will take place in B020 at the times
below. Please come along to learn about the range of research that is going
on and to provide constructive advice and suggestions for the students.
Best wishes,
Tim
Time
Project
3.30
Non-selective “gist” processing in medical image perception
3.40
Regulating emotions towards the body in relation to neural activity and
eating disorder vulnerability in a healthy sample
3.50
Imaging the role of colour pathways in 3D motion perception
4.00
Quantifying structural changes in the human brain as a function of age
using structural MRI/DTI
4.10
Using a data-driven approach to explore how natural images are represented
in the visual brain
4.20
Measuring social attitudes with fMRI
4.30
fMRI guided state-dependent TMS of auditory cortex
4.40
What is being communicated between brain areas?
--
Tim Andrews
Department of Psychology
University of York
York, YO10 5DD
UK
Tel: 44-1904-324356
Fax: 44-1904-323181
http://www.york.ac.uk/psychology/staff/faculty/ta505/
