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Fwd: Post-Doctoral Fellowship at the Hospital for Sick Children, Toronto, Canada

by Gary Green

Dear colleagues, Applications are invited for a post-doctoral fellow at the Hospital for Sick Children, affiliated with the University of Toronto. This training opportunity in developmental cognitive neuroscience will involve research on the maturation of functional brain networks during childhood and adolescence in relation to the development of cognitive abilities, as well as how atypical development of functional networks is related to cognitive difficulties in clinical populations including children with autism spectrum disorders and children born preterm. The applicants should hold a PhD in psychology, neuroscience or a related field. Prior neuroimaging experience using MEG and/or MRI is required. Research experience in cognitive neuroscience, cognitive development and/or source localization, time-frequency or connectivity analysis techniques would be an asset. The Hospital for Sick Children offers an excellent training environment with strong expertise in developmental cognitive neuroscience, paediatric neuroscience, and MEG and MRI imaging. Research-dedicated 3T MRI and MEG systems are core facilities within the hospital, and rich data sets collected from typically and atypically developing children are available. Post-doctoral funding is available for a two-year period. The successful applicant will conduct research primarily under the supervision of Dr. Margot J Taylor. Please send all applications, including and CV and covering letter to joanne.cook(a)sickkids.ca Start date: as soon as possible; applications will be reviewed on an ongoing basis until the position is filled. Thanks, Sam Doesburg ________________________________ This e-mail may contain confidential, personal and/or health information(information which may be subject to legal restrictions on use, retention and/or disclosure) for the sole use of the intended recipient. Any review or distribution by anyone other than the person for whom it was originally intended is strictly prohibited. If you have received this e-mail in error, please contact the sender and delete all copies.

12 years, 3 months

Fwd: Post-doctoral/Research Fellow Position at Duke-NUS Graduate Medical School, NUS, Singapore

by Gary Green

Postdoctoral Fellowship Multimodal Neuroimaging in Neuropsychiatric Disorders Laboratory, Center for Cognitive Neuroscience at Duke-NUS Graduate Medical School, National University of Singpore is looking for post-doctoral fellow in cognitive neuroscience and/or multimodal neuroimaging for two years with possible extension. Our group studies the human neural bases of social-emotion, cognition, and memory functions and the associated vulnerability patterns in neuropsychiatric disorders, focusing on neurodegenerative diseases. Multimodal neuroimaging and psychophysical techniques are employed, including magnetic resonance imaging (MRI), functional brain MRI, diffusion tensor imaging, and electroencephalography (EEG). We are interested in examining the network-level structural and functional brain connectivity to shed light on the neurobiological mechanism of disease, paving the way for early detection and intervention. Candidates must have a passionate enthusiasm for research, a strong background in one of the following fields: cognitive neuroscience, neuropsychiatric disorders, neuroimaging analyses, mathematics/statistics/machine learning or related-fields. He/she should also possess the ability to take the initiative, work independently and be motivated to work in a highly collaborative and international research environment, and be able to demonstrate creativity, technical independence and excellent communication skills. Strong interest in studying social-emotion/cognition/memory functions and/or applications of multimodal neuroimaging in neuropsychiatric disorders is preferred. Proven skills in fMRI/EEG/DTI data analyses is a plus but not necessary. Key attractions are access to a 3T Tim Trio MR scanner and a MR compatible digital EEG system as well as collaboration opportunities with an excellent network of domestic and international scientists and doctors. The position will be two years with possible extension. Competitive package will be provided based on experience. Interested applicants can email Assistant Prof. Helen Juan Zhou at helen.zhou(a)duke-nus.edu.sg <mailto:helen.zhou@duke-nus.edu.sg> with application letter, curriculum vitae, three references, and contact information. Website: http://research.duke-nus.edu.sg/nbd/index.php/component/profile/?task=detai… <http://research.duke-nus.edu.sg/nbd/index.php/component/profile/?task=detai…>, https://sites.google.com/site/mneuroimaginglab/

12 years, 3 months

Fwd: Job: Research Associate in Cognitive Neuroscience

by Gary Green

Research Associate Haskins Laboratories, 300 George Street, Suite 900, New Haven CT 06511 Project Directors: Dr. Kenneth Pugh, Dr. Jay Rueckl Haskins Laboratories is seeking a Research Associate for projects related to Cognitive Neuroscience and Language/Reading Development as part of several recently funded NIH R01 and P01 grants. Responsibilities will include: - Assisting with MRI data acquisition, analysis, and data management - Assisting with recruitment of both child and adult participants - Performing data analysis for ongoing and completed projects - Administering behavioral assessments and assisting with MRI scans Requirements: - BA in Psychology, Cognitive Science, Computer Science or related field - Previous research experience with human populations Additional Desired Skills: - Previous research experience with neuroimaging techniques and data analysis (EEG/ERP, structural and functional MRI, DTI) - Experience with AFNI, FSL, or SPM - Experience with E-PRIME, Presentation, and/or PsychoPy - Strong analytical skills and basic undergraduate statistics - Strong computer skills using Mac OS X and UNIX/Linux - Programming skills (e.g. Python, R, MATLAB, C/C++, JAVA) are highly desirable Interested applicants should contact Dr. Steve Frost (frosts(a)haskins.yale.edu) with cover letter, resume, and three letters of recommendation. This position will remain open until filled; desired start date is on or before June 1, 2013. Compensation is commensurate with skills and experience. Haskins provides a vibrant research and learning environment, and actively supports skill development for all employees. Haskins Laboratories is a private, non-profit research institute with a primary focus on speech, language, reading, and their biological basis. Haskins has long-standing, formal affiliations with the University of Connecticut and Yale University. Haskins Laboratories is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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Fwd: Post-Doc Speech/Imaging - MRC-CBSU, Cambridge, UK

by Gary Green

Please find attached an advert for a post-doctoral position in at the MRC CBSU in Cambridge UK. best wishes, matt -- Dr Matt Davis Programme Leader: Hearing & Language MRC Cognition and Brain Sciences Unit 15 Chaucer Road Cambridge, CB2 7EF UK email: matt.davis(a)mrc-cbu.cam.ac.uk <mailto:matt.davis@mrc-cbu.cam.ac.uk> tel: +44 1223 273 637 http://www.mrc-cbu.cam.ac.uk/people/matt.davis/ ---------- *Career Development Fellow (Postdoctoral position)* MRC Cognition and Brain Sciences Unit, Cambridge, UK <http://www.mrc-cbu.cam.ac.uk/> The MRC Cognition and Brain Sciences Unit (CBSU <http://www.mrc-cbu.cam.ac.uk/>) is an internationally renowned research institute with state-of-the-art cognitive neuroscience facilities, including a research dedicated 3T Siemens Trio MRI scanner and 306-channel Elekta Neuromag MEG system. Applications are invited for a post-doctoral position to work within a research programme led by Dr Matthew Davis <http://www.mrc-cbu.cam.ac.uk/people/matt.davis/> investigating neural systems for perceiving, understanding and learning spoken language. The research will use advanced functional imaging methods (fMRI, MEG/EEG) to explore speech processing in healthy, adult participants. Additional opportunities may arise to work with children or adults with language impairment. You should have, or be in the final stages of obtaining, a PhD in cognitive neuroscience or related field, including experience of one or more neuroimaging methods. A strong computational or statistical background is desirable and experience of speech signal processing or psycholinguistics. This is a three year training and development postdoctoral position. The starting salary will be in the range of £26,022 - £29,324 per annum, depending upon qualifications and experience. We offer a flexible pay and reward policy, 30 days annual leave entitlement, and an optional MRC final salary Pension Scheme. On site car and bicycle parking is available. For informal enquiries, contact Matt Davis by email: matt.davis(a)mrc-cbu.cam.ac.uk <mailto:matt.davis@mrc-cbu.cam.ac.uk>. Applications are handled by the RCUK Shared Services Centre; for further information and to apply please visit our job board, by following this link <http://www.topcareer.jobs/Vacancy/irc87470_2879.aspx>, including the IRC86470 reference. Closing date: 9th April 2013

12 years, 3 months

Fwd: Postdoctoral position in functional neuroimaging

by Gary Green

A full-time, NIH-funded postdoctoral fellowship position is available at Harvard Medical School (HMS) / Massachusetts General Hospital (MGH) for studies examining the role of corticocerebellar pathophysiology in adult ADHD under the direction of Dr. Eve Valera. Studies will use functional neuroimaging and behavioral testing to examine how corticocerebellar circuitry influences perceptual and motor timing abnormalities in ADHD adults. The fellow will be involved in all aspects of the projects including data collection, analysis, and manuscript writing, and interact with faculty co-investigators on the project including Drs. Randy Buckner and Jeremy Schmahmann. Applicants should have experience with imaging data analysis preferably using SPM. Programming experience is highly desirable. Good oral and written English communication skills are required. Work will take place at the Athinoula A. Martinos Center at MGH. The Center is a vibrant community of approximately 120 faculty members and over 100 postdoctoral research fellows and graduate students studying a range of neuroscientific topics. Position is for a minimum of 2 years with the possibility of additional years, and is available immediately. Applications will be considered until the position is filled. Interested applicants should direct all inquiries and/or send CVs to Dr. Eve Valera at eve_valera(a)hms.harvard.edu. Eve M. Valera, Ph.D. Director, Laboratory for Cerebellar Psychiatric Research Clinical and Research Programs in Pediatric Psychopharmacology and Psychiatric Neuroscience Divisions Department of Psychiatry Assistant Professor of Psychology, Harvard Medical School Research Associate, Massachusetts General Hospital 149 13th Street, Rm. 2660 Charlestown, MA 02129 Ph: 617-724-0307 Fax: 617-726-4078 http://www.martinos.org/valera/index.php eve_valera(a)hms.harvard.edu

12 years, 3 months

PhD positions in MEG

by Gary Green

Dear Colleagues York is one of 8 Universities that was successful in obtaining funds from the MRC and EPSRC for 8 PhD studentships for MEG research. The grant is for 'Building capacity in UK clinical MEG research'. The attached file provides the details and some suggested projects that the studentship can be associated with. If you looking for a clinically related PhD using MEG then please do consider applying. The initial application has to be made to Cardiff as they are co-ordinating the management of the grant. The final allocation of the location of the studentship and the actual project details will depend on the interests of the successful candidates. Gary -- --------------- Gary Green York Neuroimaging Centre The Biocentre York Science Park Innovation Way Heslington York YO10 5NY http://www.ynic.york.ac.uk https://www.ynic.york.ac.uk/about-us/people/ggrg tel. Claire Fox : +44 (0) 1904 435329 Claire,Fox(a)ynic.york.ac.uk fax +44 (0) 1904 435356 mobile +44 (0) 788 191 3004

12 years, 3 months

Fwd: Tenured Professor of Systems Neuroscience @ Aalto University (dl 21 Apr 2013)

by Gary Green

Aalto University School of Science invites applications for TENURE TRACK POSITION IN SYSTEMS NEUROSCIENCE to be preferably filled at tenured Full or Associate Professor level. Recruitment to the level of (non-tenured) Assistant Professor may also be considered. https://dl.dropbox.com/u/38525610/TT_syst_neurosci_en_FINAL%2020.3.2013.pdf Aalto-yliopiston perustieteiden korkeakoulun O.V. Lounasmaa -laboratoriossa on avoinna SYSTEEMISEN NEUROTIETEEN PROFESSORIN TEHTÄVÄ Tehtävään valittava sijoitetaan ensisijaisesti Full Professor tai Associate Professor -tasolle. Sijoittamista Assistant Professor -tasolle voidaan myös harkita https://dl.dropbox.com/u/38525610/TT_syst_neurotiede_FINAL%2020.3.2013.pdf Deadline 21 April 2013

12 years, 3 months

Fwd: 16th EEGLAB workshop - Aspet, France

by Gary Green

FYI ---------- Important note: because this workshop tends to fill quickly, registration is only open for one week (deadline for registration is March 26th). The 16th EEGLAB Workshops will take place from Monday June 17th through Friday June 21st in the village of Aspet in the Pyrenees Mountains in France. Participants will be expected to bring laptops with Matlab installed so as to be able to participate in the practical sessions. The EEGLAB Workshop will introduce and demonstrate the use of EEGLAB-linked tools for performing advanced analyses of EEG and related data, with detailed method expositions and practical exercises. Popular EEGLAB plugins such as SIFT, the Source Information Flow Toolbox, and LIMO, a Toolbox for Hierarchical LInear MOdeling, will also be featured. The program, registration links, and workshop details are available below. http://sccn.ucsd.edu/wiki/EEGLAB_2013_Aspet The workshop is a non-profit event where all invited speakers are volunteers. Because of the limited number of places, this workshop tends to fill quickly. We will open registration for one week only (deadline for registration is March 26th) and select participants based on how we think they would benefit from the workshop. Another workshop will be help San Diego following the SFN conference in November (there will be no cap for this workshop). The SFN workshop will be announced in May 2013.

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Fwd Seven postdoctoral positions in the Dutch research consortium "Language in Interaction"

by Gary Green

FYI Dear colleagues, I would like to bring your attention to the following postdoctoral positions; some of them might involve MEG research. All the best, Ole ---------------------------- * Seven postdoctoral positions in the Dutch research consortium "Language in Interaction"* ** /We are looking for highly motivated postdoctoral researchers to enrich a unique consortium of researchers that aims to unravel the neurocognitive mechanisms of language at multiple levels. The goal is to understand both the universality and the variability of the human language faculty from genes to behaviour. / // The Netherlands has an outstanding track record in the language sciences. This research consortium sponsored by a large grant from the Netherlands Organization for Scientific research (NWO) brings together many of the excellent research groups in the Netherlands with a research programme on the foundations of language. Our consortium counts four Spinoza Prize winners (van Benthem, Muysken, Cutler, Hagoort; the Spinoza Prize is the highest science prize in the Netherlands), three ERC Advanced Grant winners (Muysken, Levinson, Fernández), 17 VICI/Pioneer grant holders (these are the most prestigious personal grants that the Netherlands Organization for Scientific Research provides; grant holders are: Bod, Ernestus, Majid, Desain, Van den Bosch, van Lambalgen, Roelofs, Bekkering, Fernández, Jensen, Medendorp, Toni, van Opstal, Murre, Ramsey, Schiller, Formisano), and numerous VIDIs and ERC starting grants. The proposal has representatives from eight universities and one research institute within the Netherlands. These are Radboud University Nijmegen (RUN), University of Amsterdam (UvA), University of Maastricht (UM), Leiden University (LU), Utrecht University (UU), Erasmus University Rotterdam (EUR), University of Twente (UT), Tilburg University (TiU), and the Max Planck Institute for Psycholinguistics (MPI). The applicant and co-applicants are internationally highly visible scientists in their respective fields. Moreover they are from institutes which are highly ranked internationally, such as the Max Planck Institute for Psycholinguistics, the Institute for Logic, Language and Computation (University of Amsterdam), the Centre for Language Studies (Radboud University Nijmegen) and the Donders Institute for Brain, Cognition and Behaviour (Radboud University Nijmegen). /In addition, the consortium provides state-of-the-art research facilities./ Together, this consortium realizes both quality and critical mass for studying human language at a scale not easily found anywhere else in the world.In addition to the excellence in the domain of language and related relevant fields of cognition, the research team consists of researchers with excellence in the complex research methods that will be invoked to address the scientific questions at the highest level of methodological sophistication. These include methods from genetics, neuroimaging, computational modelling, and patient-related research. Moreover, experts in utilization of knowledge acquired in the relevant fields are part of our team as well. Next to the applicant and the co-applicants, our research team consists of 36 Principal Investigators. These Principal Investigators are distributed over seven so-called Work Packages (WPs). Each of the 7 WPs hereby advertised one postdoctoral position. This postdoctoral position will be for three years in the first instance, with a possible extension for two more years. Duties will include coordination of Work Package activities (together with the WP leaders) and development of an independent research programme within the framework of the WP, and may include supervision of PhD students. The position provides the opportunity for doing world-class research as a key member of an interdisciplinary team, and for acquiring experience in the management of a research group. Requirements for the postdoctoral positions are: - a PhD in any relevant field - excellent scientific track record - excellent organizational and communicative skills - strong motivation - excellent skills in written and spoken English Each WP postdoctoral position has its own requirements and profile, which are specified below. The appointment will be in one of the home institutions of the consortium, depending on the research profile of the postdoctoral researcher. In all participating institutions the research is conducted in an international environment by researchers from a large number of countries. ** *WP 1: Speech perception and production in interaction.* We seek a postdoctoral fellow with an established research profile that fits the main goals of WP1. These goals are (i) to understand the interplay between perceptual and motor processes in speech through innovative linkage of neural, psychological and linguistic levels of analysis and (ii) to specify the balance between what is language universal and what is language specific in speech processing. Key questions include (a) Are our auditory and motor cortices speech ready? (b) How does feedback support processing in speaking and in listening? (c) How do perception and production interact? WP1 will bring together expertise in the neurobiological foundations of perceptual and motor processes with psycholinguistic expertise in the perception and production of speech. The postdoctoral fellow would ideally have prior experience in bridging across these domains and should certainly be willing and able to engage in and stimulate interdisciplinary integration. The candidate should have as many as possible of the following: training in speech science, psycholinguistics and/or cognitive neuroscience; expertise in behavioural, computational and/or neuroscientific methods; and interests in linking speech perception to speech production. Contact information: Prof. James McQueen, james.mcqueen(a)mpi.nl ** *WP2: Semantic and conceptual basis of language* Memory structures underlie semantic content and conceptual knowledge of language users. The language system builds on existing memory structures, which co-determine the organization of linguistic knowledge. This work package plans to investigate interactions between the linguistic and mnemonic domains, with a special emphasis on the development of memory in its entanglement with linguistic behaviour. We are looking for an outgoing, interdisciplinary postdoctoral researcher who can bridge the gap between semantic modelling, computational paradigms for cognition, and functional neuroimaging. Knowledge of cross-linguistic differences in semantic systems or behavioural studies of language users would be an advantage. The ideal candidate has expertise in applying state of the art semantic and/or computational models to functional neuroimaging data. Working with our group of logical semanticists, cognitive psychologists, and neuroscientists, he/she will investigate and develop state of the art semantic-computational models with a view to neurobiological plausibility, which will generate predictions that can be used to analyse neuroimaging data. Contact information: Prof. Guillén Fernández, guillen.fernandez(a)donders.ru.nl ** *WP 3: Compositionality and contextuality* One of the major challenges in understanding the language system is to unify abstract computational level descriptions and neurobiologically plausible network implementations of the combinatorial aspects of language processing. The postdoctoral researcher in this workpackage is expected to bridge the gap between computational modelling and experimental neuroscience. We are looking for a postdoctoral researcher in formal and computational modelling at the level of sentence processing (and beyond) who has also experimental skills and neurobiological expertise. You will develop and investigate computational models with neurobiological plausibility (e.g., spiking recurrent networks), which are used to generate specific predictions about the processing steps involved in sentence processing and about their neurobiological instantiation in the brain. The successful candidate will connect formal analysis and computational accounts with empirical studies on binding in the language domain. Current computational approaches (e.g., data-oriented parsing, logic programming or unification-based models) will have to be translated into accounts with a stronger connection to the brain and should be unified with current theories on neural processing. Contact information: Prof. Rens Bod, rens.bod(a)gmail.com ** *WP4: Language in action* /Language interacts with other cognitive functions such as perception, action, and cognitive control. Moreover, language is situated in a highly dynamic context provided by multimodal sources of information/. The objective of this WP is to understand language processing and its variability during social interactions in its multimodal settings. We aim to achieve a better understanding of the cognitive and neural infrastructures involved in language use in social context, which requires establishing common ground and action coordination. We look for a postdoctoral researcher whose main interests and expertise include topics such as multi-modal integration, simulations of action and goals and/or cognitive control. Methodological expertise should include computational, experimental, observational, neurobiological and/or developmental approaches preferably within the language and/or action domain. Contact information: Prof. Asli Ozyurek, asli.ozyurek(a)mpi.nl *WP5: Language evolution and diversity* The goal of this WP is to contribute to a better understanding of the biological underpinnings of linguistic universality as well as diversity, both at the population level (between languages and between species) and at the individual level (within a language). We are looking for a postdoctoral researcher in this area. The preferred area of specialization is evolutionary modelling of language with respect to diversity in communication. Other possible areas of expertise may include language diversity, individual differences in language abilities, animal communication, and genetic influences on speech and language. Contact information: Prof. Pieter Muysken, p.muysken(a)let.ru.nl ** *WP6: Toolkit* We are looking for a postdoctoral researcher with a strong technical background, ideally in developing Neuroimaging Analysis Methods for integrating genetics with brain imaging approaches (e.g. MRI, fMRI, and MEG). The main task of the post-doctoral position is to develop and apply innovative analysis methods for linking complex genome-wide association data and neuroimaging data within a statistical framework. The successful candidate will have experience in relevant research areas, a track record of high-quality reviewed journal publications, strong experience in programming, ability to work in a team, and in sharing technical know-how and ideas. It would be desirable if the candidate has experience in Medical Imaging (e.g. NeuroImaging) technical research,/in computational modelling of the brain, in machine learning and/or statistical methods./ Contact information: Prof. Jan Buitelaar, j.buitelaar(a)psy.umc.nl ** ** *WP7: Utilization** *We seek an enthusiastic, multi-disciplinary researcher with a keen interest to help translate scientific discoveries into practical applications and to generate different kinds of value for society. Within the university environment you will help to build ICT and other services needed to speed and ease this process. You are required to help build awareness, translate ideas into demos and apps, therapies or services. The job entails project management of developers and coaching and advising of fellow scientists. /Preferably you have experience with public-private co-operations, national and European grant schemes, clinical applications of neuroscience, and hopefully you bring a network of industry contacts. Next to managing the wide range of utilization activities in the project, there is a possibility to actively take part in a few of the developments, preferably around mobile applications (Apps) or web services. The candidate has a backgound in computer science, e-science, artificial intelligence, computational linguistics, computational modelling, or experience in programming languages and practices for mobile platforms and/or web/. Contact information: Prof. Peter Desain, p.desain(a)donders.ru.nl ** *What we offer:* *- *full-time postdoctoral research positions - salary dependent on experience, gross salary between € 3.227 and € 4.778 - starting date preferably September 2013 - the primary workplace will be determined in agreement with your profile *Applications should include*: - a cover letter specifying the specific WP to which you apply, your motivation, research experience, interests and plans. - a curriculum vitae - a list of publications - the names of two persons who can provide references */The deadline for applications/*/:/ /May 15, 2013/ Applications should be sent electronically to: Prof. Peter Hagoort Radboud University Nijmegen vacatures(a)dpo.ru.nl =================================================== Donders Institute for Brain, Cognition and Behaviour Centre for Cognitive Neuroimaging (DCCN) Radboud University Nijmegen P.O. Box 9101 NL-6500 HB Nijmegen The Netherlands Visiting address: Kapittelweg 29 6525 EN Nijmegen Tel. 00 31 (0)24 - 3610651 Fax 00 31 (0)24 - 3610652 www.ru.nl/donders <http://www.ru.nl/donders> _______________________________________________ donders-medewerkers mailing list donders-medewerkers(a)donders.ru.nl http://mailman.science.ru.nl/mailman/listinfo/donders-medewerkers -- Ole Jensen http://www.neuosc.com

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Science Trail today in YNiC

by Michael Simpson

Dear all, there will be a number of visitors in YNiC today, as part of the University Science Trail. Groups of school students will be here between 10.00 and 15.00, and will principally be in MEG and Open plan. The Science Trail activities will not restrict access to Open Plan, however if you are planning to work in Open Plan during this time, please can you chose a workstation towards the back wall of Open Plan rather than near the projection wall. Many thanks, Michael -- Dr Michael Simpson Science Liaison Officer York Neuroimaging Centre Innovation Way York YO10 5DG Tel: 01904 567614 Web: http://www.ynic.york.ac.uk

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