Dear all,
our Wellcome Trust 4-year PhD programme in systems neuroscience, aimed
at applicants from the physical sciences (physics, engineering,
mathematics, or computer science), is now accepting applications for
studentships starting in September 2015 (see below). Research areas
include Neuroinformatics, Computational Neuroscience, Neuroimaging
(fMRI, DTI, EEG, ECoG in rodents, non-human primates, and humans), Brain
Connectivity, Clinical Neuroscience, Behaviour and Evolution, and Brain
Dynamics (simulations and time series analysis). Strong interactions
between clinical, experimental, and computational researchers are a key
component of this programme (see, for example,
http://www.cando.ac.uk/ for a current research project).
On a separate note, we also offer a one-year master programme in
Neuroinformatics
(http://www.ncl.ac.uk/computing/study/postgrad/taught/5199/ ) which is
now accepting applications. See http://neuroinformatics.ncl.ac.uk
<http://neuroinformatics.ncl.ac.uk/>/ for more information about the
research environment.
Best,
Marcus
*Wellcome Trust 4-year PhD programme 'Systems Neuroscience: From
Networks to Behaviour'*
Programme Directors: Prof. Stuart Baker, Prof. Tim Griffiths, and Dr
Marcus Kaiser
The Institute of Neuroscience at Newcastle University integrates more
than 100 principal investigators across medicine, psychology, computer
science, and engineering. Research in systems, cellular, computational,
and behavioural neuroscience. Laboratory facilities include auditory and
visual psychophysics; rodent, monkey, and human neuroimaging (EEG, fMRI,
PET); TMS; optical recording, multi-electrode neurophysiology, confocal
and fluorescence imaging, optogenetics, high-throughput computing and
e-science, artificial sensory-motor devices, clinical testing, and the
only brain bank for molecular changes in human brain development.
The Wellcome Trust's Four-year PhD Programmes are a flagship scheme
aimed at supporting the most promising students to undertake in-depth
postgraduate research training. The first year combines taught courses
with three laboratory rotations to broaden students' knowledge of the
subject area. At the end of the first year, students will make an
informed choice of their three-year PhD research project.
This programme is based at Newcastle University and is aimed to provide
specialised training for physical and computational scientists (e.g.
physics, chemistry, engineering, mathematics, and computer science)
wishing to apply their skills to a research neuroscience career.
Eligibility/Person Specification: Applicants should have, or expect to
obtain, a 1st or 2:1 degree, or equivalent, in a physical sciences,
engineering, mathematics or computing degree.
Value of the award: Support includes a stipend for 4 years (£20k/yr
tax-free), PhD registration fees at UK/EU student rate, research
expenses, general training funds and travel costs.
How to apply: You must apply through the University's online
postgraduate application form
(http://www.ncl.ac.uk/postgraduate/funding/search/list/IN076 ) inserting
the reference number IN076 and selecting 'Master of Research/Doctor of
Philosophy (Medical Sciences) - Neuroscience' as the programme of study.
Only mandatory fields need to be completed (no personal statement
required) and a covering letter, CV and (if English is not your first
language) a copy of your English language qualifications must be
attached. The covering letter must state the title of the studentship,
quote the reference number IN076 and state how your interests and
experience relate to the programme.
The deadline for receiving applications is 15 January 2015.
You should also send your covering letter and CV to Beckie Hedley,
Postgraduate Secretary, Institute of Neuroscience, Henry Wellcome
Building, Faculty of Medical Sciences, Newcastle University, Newcastle
upon Tyne, NE2 4HH, or by email to ion-postgrad-enq(a)ncl.ac.uk
<mailto:ion-postgrad-enq@ncl.ac.uk> .
For more information, see http://www.ncl.ac.uk/ion/study/wellcome/
Best,
Marcus
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Marcus Kaiser, Ph.D.
Associate Professor (Reader) in Neuroinformatics
School of Computing Science
Newcastle University
Claremont Tower
Newcastle upon Tyne NE1 7RU, UK
Lab website:
http://www. <http://www.biological-networks.org/>dynamic-connectome.org
<http://www.dynamic-connectome.org/>
Neuroinformatics@Newcastle:
http://neuroinformatics.ncl.ac.uk <http://neuroinformatics.ncl.ac.uk/>/
Linköping University, Sweden, represented by the departments of
Electrical Engineering and Behavioral Science, in cooperation with
Oticon A/S, Denmark, represented by Eriksholm Research Centre, is
seeking to fill a vacant position of a Postdoctoral Research Fellow.
The position is supported by a grant from the Oticon Foundation with
support from the Linnaeus Excellence Centre CADICS at Linköping
University. This full-time position is available from 01.02.2015,
initially for 12 months, with a possibility for extension to 24 months.
Salary will be according to qualifications and experience. The main part
of the research work will be carried out at the department of Electrical
Engineering, division of Automatic Control, Linköping,
https://www.control.isy.liu.se/. The position includes close cooperation
with other research groups in Europe and in the US, and the industry.
*About the position*
We are seeking a Post Doc researcher with a fairly recent PhD, who
has excellent skills in machine learning and having an interest in
applied research. The application area of interest is audio data
combined with Electroencephalogram (EEG) data. The area of interest for
the position is EEG measures in relation to hearing impairment and
hearing aids.
Recent studies have shown that the EEG can be used as a brain-computer
interface (BCI) in several applications. EarEEG is a new possibility to
record EEG signals from the ear canal. This project aims at maturing
EarEEG BCI methods towards specified tasks.
Physiological measures of cognitive processing in users of
rehabilitative technology have the potential to reveal the user’s focus
of attention. This could be used to e.g. steer beamformers towards
sources of interest to help hard of hearing person to communicate in
difficult listening situations. During the first year of this
appointment, the Research Fellow will work on new models for attention
classification using an established EEG/audio data set. Machine learning
approaches may include e.g. principal component analysis (PCA),
independent component analysis (ICA), beamforming, common spatial
patterns (CSP), canonical correlation analysis (CCA), time-frequency
analysis, linear discriminant analysis (LDA), support vector machines
(SVM) and system identification methodologies.
Further in the project new data collected in a Horizon 2020 EU (COCOHA -
COgnitive COntrol of a Hearing Aid, project under start-up) may also be
used. The project may also involve implementation in an experimental
chipset. Extensive collaboration with groups working in related areas is
expected, with visits and stays in Denmark (Eriksholm Research Centre
and Danish Technical University, DTU) as well as in the US.
The objective for the projects is to build up world-leading expertise in
classification of attended sound objects using physical and
physiological data.
*
*
*Your background*
We are seeking candidates with a PhD degree (or equivalent research
experience) in machine learning, automatic control, signal processing or
a related discipline, who have an excellent research and publication
record. A strong interest in interdisciplinary and application-oriented
work, team-work, as well as good English language skills is required.
Apart from initiating cutting-edge research leading to journal
publications, the experienced researcher is expected to be a part of the
research group in the two Linnaeus Excellence centre CADICS (Department
of Electrical Engineering), as well as the Linnaeus excellence centre
HEAD (Department of Behavioral Science), both at Linköping University.
*Want to join Linköping University?*
If this opportunity appeals to you, then submit your application as soon
as possible (emails below) and no later than 1^st January, 2015. Please
be aware that we are holding interviews on a continuous basis, so do not
hesitate submitting your application. Please include the following
documents: Letter of motivation; CV; a list of publications; copies of
University diplomas and course transcripts; 2 -3 references (if possible).
If you would like to know more about the position or apply, you are
welcome to contact Professor Fredrik Gustafsson at
Fredrik.gustafsson(a)liu.se <mailto:Fredrik.gustafsson@liu.se>or Professor
Thomas Lunner at tlu(a)eriksholm.com <mailto:tlu@eriksholm.com>Phone: +45
4829 8918.
*/About Linköping University
/*Linköping University (in Swedish
<http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Swedish_language>: Linköpings universitet,
LiU) is a state university <http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/University> in
Linköping <http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Link%C3%B6ping>, Sweden
<http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Sweden>. Linköping University was granted
full university status in 1975 and is now one of Sweden's larger
academic institutions. Education, research and PhD training are the
mission of four faculties: Arts and Sciences, Educational Sciences,
Health Sciences and the Institute of Technology. In order to facilitate
interdisciplinary work, there are 14 large departments combining
knowledge from several disciplines and often belonging under more than
one faculty. Linköping University emphasises dialogue with the
surrounding business sphere and the community at large, both in terms of
research and education. In 2013, Linköping University was home to 27,000
students and 4,000 employees.
University of Ulster
THE FACULTY OF LIFE AND HEALTH SCIENCES
The Faculty of Life and Health Sciences has a reputation for
internationally competitive research, for innovation in taught
programmes and for the quality of the students' educational experience.
Most importantly, our excellence in research informs our excellent
teaching. The Faculty believes that students and staff are more likely
to strive for excellence when they work in an environment where
knowledge and skills are generated, challenged, tested and applied as
well as being taught. There are 6,700 students (includingover 2,000
postgraduates) within the Faculty. All of the programmes on offer
represent areas where the most significant advances are taking place and
provide graduates with the necessary skills and knowledge base to follow
high-level professional career pathways in health services, industry,
research and government.
The Faculty wishes to make the following appointment at lecturer level.
SCHOOL OF HEALTH SCIENCES
*Lecturer in Diagnostic Radiography and Imaging Ref: 1436561/E*
Base: Jordanstown
The University wishes to an appoint innovative and ambitious individual
with integrity, energy and a passion for their work to contribute to
teaching on undergraduate, postgraduate and CPD programmes and to
contribute to the research profile of the School.
The salary scale for a lecturer position is £33,261 - £47,355.
*Closing date for receipt of applications is 5 December 2014.*
We prefer to issue and receive applications via our on-line recruitment
website at www.ulster.ac.uk/jobs** <http://www.ulster.ac.uk/jobs>**
Hard copy applications can be obtained by telephoning 028 7012 4072**
The University is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes
applicants from all sections of the community, particularly from those
with disabilities.**
Appointment will be made on merit.
FACULTY OF HEALTH & LIFE SCIENCES
School of Allied Health Sciences
*Lecturer in Medical Science (Anatomy & Physiology) - VC2020*
Full time, Permanent
Grade F: £32,277 - £35,256
DMU is internationally renowned for creativity and innovation. Our
life-changing research is central to our vision. We want outstanding
candidates to fill a number of posts with a lecturing and research focus
as part of our VC2020 Lectureship programme designed to build research
capacity towards REF 2020.
A dynamic, self-motivated individual is required to teach on the Medical
Science (BMedSci) programme in the School of Allied Health Sciences. You
will be expected to contribute to the development and delivery of these
subjects through teaching, research and related professional academic
activity.
You should have a PhD in a relevant bioscience discipline and be
committed to the educational development of bioscience students and
future scientists and healthcare professionals. Interest/experience in
the anatomy and physiology of muscle and/or nervous tissue is essential,
and experience of laboratory practical sessions and e-Learning to
enhance teaching and learning is desirable.
This is an ideal opportunity if you are in the early stages of your
career as training and support will be offered.
*Please quote reference: 8690
Closing Date: 4 December 2014
Interview Date: w/c 5 January 2015*
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Institution:
The International Max Planck Research School on Neuroscience of Communication now offers several positions every year for excellent students holding a Master´s or equivalent degree to perform research resulting in a PhD .
Deadline:
The call for applications of the third round - *** deadline: January 11, 2015 *** - now open.
Candidates:
The IMPRS NeuroCom aims to recruit and educate excellent young scientists who wish to extend their knowledge and research experience in a structured 3-year research programme , in order to pursue a successful career in cognitive neuroscience . The school is intended for students possessing a very good Master's (or qualified equivalent) degree in disciplines such as computer science, engineering, linguistics, mathematics, medicine, neurobiology, cognitive neuroscience, neurology, physics, psychiatry, psychology, or related fields, awarded by an internationally recognized university-level institution. Research experience is essential for successful candidates.
Admission:
The applications are evaluated by IMPRS faculty members. Interview selection is based on academic qualifications, personal references, recommendation, research experience and interests, and suitability to the programme.
Information:
Please find more information about the research school and PhD programme at: http://imprs-neurocom.mpg.de/main.html
And about the application at: http://imprs-neurocom.mpg.de/applications
Best wishes,
Katja Kirsche
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Katja Kirsche
IMPRS Coordinator
Internship Advisor
Max-Planck-Institute for Human Cognitive and Brain Sciences
Stephanstrasse 1A, 04103 Leipzig, Germany
Phone: +49 341 - 9940 2261
Fax: +49 341 - 9940 113
Web: www.cbs.mpg.de
IMPRS: http://imprs-neurocom.mpg.de/main.html
Internships: https://s-lotus.gwdg.de/mpg/mlnp/interns4mpicbs.nsf/bewerbung
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Katja Kirsche
IMPRS Coordinator
Internship Advisor
Max-Planck-Institute for Human Cognitive and Brain Sciences
Stephanstrasse 1A, 04103 Leipzig, Germany
Phone: +49 341 - 9940 2261
Fax: +49 341 - 9940 113
Web: www.cbs.mpg.de
IMPRS: http://imprs-neurocom.mpg.de/main.html
Internships: https://s-lotus.gwdg.de/mpg/mlnp/interns4mpicbs.nsf/bewerbung
_____________________
*Cognitive Neuroscience Postdoctoral Fellowship in Mental Health*
A postdoctoral fellowship position is available at the University of
Texas at Austin, Department of Psychology and Institute for Mental
Health Research to conduct research with Drs. Christopher Beevers and
David Schnyer. This position is for two years with the possibility of
extending the fellowship or transitioning to research faculty by mutual
agreement based on job performance and funding availability. Duration
and start time are negotiable. Salary is commensurate with experience
and consistent with NIH guidelines.
We are seeking a postdoctoral fellow in cognitive neuroscience with
strong expertise in eye tracking and EEG/ERP methods who is interested
in translational research involving clinical populations. The
postdoctoral fellow will contribute to a program of research that
examines the etiology and treatment of depression in adults across
multiple levels of analyses (behavioral, genetic, neural,
environmental). Ongoing studies include dual process models of reward
and punishment processing, genetic etiology of cognitive vulnerability
to depression, and real-time neurofeedback attention training in
depressed adults. In addition to SR Research eye-tracking and Brain
Vision EEG equipment located in Dr. Beeversâ?? laboratory, the
postdoctoral fellow will have access to other cognitive neuroscience
resources at the University of Texas at Austin, including fMRI, MR
compatible EEG, TMS, and MEG.
The postdoctoral fellow will primarily be responsible for designing and
implementing EEG and eye tracking experiments, preparing manuscripts,
contributing to grant writing, and conducting analyses following data
collection. Opportunities to write manuscripts from extant datasets are
plentiful. Some staff supervision will also be expected. The fellow will
have advisors with expertise in psychopathology, cognitive neuroscience,
and grant writing. Individuals with a PhD in cognitive psychology,
cognitive neuroscience, or related fields of study are encouraged to
apply for this position. Qualifications include a 1) doctoral degree, 2)
demonstrated expertise with EEG/ERP and/or eye tracking methods, and 3)
an interest in clinical populations. Experience with Matlab (i.e.,
EEGLab, Psychtoolbox) and statistical analysis programs (R, Stata) is
also required. Excellent scientific writing skills and strong
publication records are highly desired. Applicants should be able to
work independently but should also demonstrate good interpersonal skills
and a desire to work in a highly collaborative environment.
Application materials (curriculum vita, cover letter describing research
interests and experience, three letters of recommendation) can be sent
electronically to beevers(a)utexas.edu <mailto:beevers@utexas.edu>.
Please contact Christopher Beevers (beevers(a)utexas.edu
<mailto:beevers@utexas.edu>) or David Schnyer (schnyer(a)utexas.edu
<mailto:schnyer@utexas.edu>) with inquires about this position.
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David Schnyer, Ph.D.
Professor, Cognitive Neuroscience
Department Liaison for Medical Affairs
Department of Psychology, SEA 5.246
University of Texas, Austin
tel: (512) 475-8499, fax: (512) 471-5935
http://homepage.psy.utexas.edu/homepage/faculty/Schnyer
Applications are invited for a Research Assistant to participate in the
image analysis activities of the Dementia Research Centre, UCL Institute
of Neurology, in particular for a neuroimaging sub-study investigating
500 members of the MRC Lifelong Health and Ageing 1946 Birth Cohort.
Tasks will include segmentation, registration and quantification of
cerebral atrophy from MRI scans, as well as image quality control over
various MR modalities such as volumetric T1, DTI and fMRI.
In addition, the post holder will provide technical support to the team
and assist the Trials Software Development Manager as required.
Applicants should have an honours degree (min 2:1) in a relevant
scientific discipline, and advanced user level IT proficiency.
Familiarity in one or more of script writing (python, perl, bash), SQL,
web technologies (PHP, HTML) or traditional languages (C, C++) is
essential, as is an interest in developing his/her technical skill, and
a commitment to supporting high quality research. The ability to prepare
and deliver written and verbal reports of the work and research
conducted is also a requirement. Experience of UNIX/LINUX, an
understanding of research methodology and experience of brain MR image
analysis is desirable.
The post is available from January 2015 and is funded by Alzheimer’s
Research UK for one year in the first instance.
You should apply for this post through UCL's online recruitment -
www.ucl.ac.uk/hr/jobs where you can download the job description and
person specification using ref: 1444538.
(You must use the 'current employment opportunities at UCL' search,
https://static.wcn.co.uk/company/ucl/search_engine.html )
For queries relating to the application process please contact Samantha
Robinson, Personnel Officer, Institute of Neurology, 23 Queen Square,
London, WC1N 3BG (email:ion.hradmin@ucl.ac.uk).
*Cognitive Neuroscience Postdoctoral Fellowship in Mental Health*
A postdoctoral fellowship position is available at the University of
Texas at Austin, Department of Psychology and Institute for Mental
Health Research to conduct research with Drs. Christopher Beevers and
David Schnyer. This position is for two years with the possibility of
extending the fellowship or transitioning to research faculty by mutual
agreement based on job performance and funding availability. Duration
and start time are negotiable. Salary is commensurate with experience
and consistent with NIH guidelines.
We are seeking a postdoctoral fellow in cognitive neuroscience with
strong expertise in eye tracking and EEG/ERP methods who is interested
in translational research involving clinical populations. The
postdoctoral fellow will contribute to a program of research that
examines the etiology and treatment of depression in adults across
multiple levels of analyses (behavioral, genetic, neural,
environmental). Ongoing studies include dual process models of reward
and punishment processing, genetic etiology of cognitive vulnerability
to depression, and real-time neurofeedback attention training in
depressed adults. In addition to SR Research eye-tracking and Brain
Vision EEG equipment located in Dr. Beevers’ laboratory, the
postdoctoral fellow will have access to other cognitive neuroscience
resources at the University of Texas at Austin, including fMRI, MR
compatible EEG, TMS, and MEG.
The postdoctoral fellow will primarily be responsible for designing and
implementing EEG and eye tracking experiments, preparing manuscripts,
contributing to grant writing, and conducting analyses following data
collection. Opportunities to write manuscripts from extant datasets are
plentiful. Some staff supervision will also be expected. The fellow will
have advisors with expertise in psychopathology, cognitive neuroscience,
and grant writing. Individuals with a PhD in cognitive psychology,
cognitive neuroscience, or related fields of study are encouraged to
apply for this position. Qualifications include a 1) doctoral degree, 2)
demonstrated expertise with EEG/ERP and/or eye tracking methods, and 3)
an interest in clinical populations. Experience with Matlab (i.e.,
EEGLab, Psychtoolbox) and statistical analysis programs (R, Stata) is
also required. Excellent scientific writing skills and strong
publication records are highly desired. Applicants should be able to
work independently but should also demonstrate good interpersonal skills
and a desire to work in a highly collaborative environment.
Application materials (curriculum vita, cover letter describing research
interests and experience, three letters of recommendation) can be sent
electronically to beevers(a)utexas.edu <mailto:beevers@utexas.edu>. Please
contact Christopher Beevers (beevers(a)utexas.edu
<mailto:beevers@utexas.edu>) or David Schnyer (schnyer(a)utexas.edu
<mailto:schnyer@utexas.edu>) with inquires about this position.
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David Schnyer, Ph.D.
Professor, Cognitive Neuroscience
Department Liaison for Medical Affairs
Department of Psychology, SEA 5.246
University of Texas, Austin
tel: (512) 475-8499, fax: (512) 471-5935
http://homepage.psy.utexas.edu/homepage/faculty/Schnyer
Dear All,
I would like to draw your attention to a PhD position. Detailed
information can be found at:
http://www.findaphd.com/search/ProjectDetails.aspx?PJID=58652&LID=15
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
The University of Aberdeen is a charity registered in Scotland, No SC013683.
Tha Oilthigh Obar Dheathain na charthannas clàraichte ann an Alba, Àir.
SC013683.
FYI
Dear all,
We are looking for two new excellent staff members. See below for details:
http://www.jobs.ac.uk/job/AJZ482/lecturers-senior-lecturers/
Application deadline 14^th Dec, starting summer 2015.
Best
Pia Rotshtein, PhD
School of Psychology
University of Birmingham, UK