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Grant funded scanning hours estimation for the MTP
by Jonny Smallwood 07 Jan '16

07 Jan '16

Hello YNIC Users, In order for the Medium Term Plan to be as accurate as possible we need an estimate of the amount of income that YNIC is likely to make from grant income related to scanning. If you have an active grant, or one that is likely to become active, can you send Jo Saunders an email describing the number of MEG or fMRI hours that you anticipate using in each year of the grant period. *This applies to any grant that will be active over the next five years.* We understand that this will be an estimate and that the exact numbers may change, however, it is better for the estimate to come from the PIs under these circumstances. Please note this only applies to hours supported by external funders (e.g. does not include start up hours or PhD hours). If possible we would like this information by early next week so that it can be factored in to the MTP. Thanks for your hep with this, -- Jonathan Smallwood Reader in Psychology / Cognitive Neuroscience University of York, England.

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TMS maintenance
by Andre Gouws 05 Jan '16

05 Jan '16

(TMS operators - sorry for cross posting - info copied to all YNiC users to keep everyone in the loop). Hi all, We have now negotiated a service / maintenance / repair contract with Magstim and are ready to send some units & coils off for service. The plan is to send one stimulator unit & PSU (top and bottom pair) with 2/ 3 coils, keeping the other unit and some coils on site while the first is being serviced. This should in theory allow us to keep using the lab with the 2nd unit while the 1st is checked. Once the 1st set is returned, we will send the 2nd set off for service with other coils. I need to know, from anyone intending to use TMS over the next 4-6 weeks, the details of the coils you are using - which coils and how many you use in a session. We may need to coordinate across groups if (as) there are differing coil requirements. FYI, if no faults are detected, magstim expects the turnaround per service to be 7-10 days. Please let me know ASAP. Andre' -- This is a message sent to YNiC operators If you have any technical concerns, please email it.manager(a)ynic.york.ac.uk _______________________________________________ Staff mailing list Staff(a)ynic.york.ac.uk https://www.ynic.york.ac.uk/mailman/listinfo/staff

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phds,postdocs...
by Gary Green 05 Jan '16

05 Jan '16

The lab of Daniele Marinazzo (www.ugent.be/~dmarinaz), at the department of Data Analysis, Faculty of Psychology and Pedagogical Sciences of the University of Ghent, Belgium, is looking for a PhD student. The position is fully funded for 4 years by the Research Foundation Flanders (FWO). The research subject involves advanced statistical data analysis of fMRI data. The student will be part of a research group focusing on the development and validation of new methods for the analysis of neuroimaging data, in the framework of a multidisciplinary collaboration with psychologists and clinicians. Both candidates with a technical degree and candidates with a psychology degree but an interest in programming and quantitative analyses are encouraged to apply. Knowledge of at least one programming language (python, matlab, R …) and an interest for multidisciplinary research are required. The University of Gent (www.ugent.be) hosts a vibrant research community and offers excellent facilities to students and employees. The most likely starting date is October 2016 but earlier appointments can be considered. Candidates are invited to send a motivation letter and the names of two referees to Daniele Marinazzo (daniele.marinazzo(a)ugent.be) Informal inquiries and requests for further information are most welcome. -- Daniele Marinazzo -- Department of Data Analysis Faculty of Psychology and Pedagogical Sciences, Ghent University Henri Dunantlaan 1, B-9000 Ghent, Belgium +32 (0) 9 264 6375 http://users.ugent.be/~dmarinaz/ ========================================== A research assistant/postdoctoral position in fMRI (initially for 2 years) is available at the Minneapolis Veterans Affairs Medical Center/University of Minnesota. Responsibilities will include acquiring and analyzing fMRI data in projects investigating the role of the cerebellum in sensory and cognitive processing. Candidates with background in neuroscience, psychology, radiology or related disciplines are invited to apply. Please send enquiries or c.v. to Dr. Khalaf Bushara , E-mail: busha001(a)umn.edu ========================================== PostDoctoral Research Position at the University of Edinburgh in Biomedical Signal Processing We are looking for an enthusiastic and strongly motivated researcher to join our group within the Institute for Digital Communications in the School of Engineering of the University of Edinburgh. You will work in an EPSRC-funded project on the creation of new analysis techniques based on tensor factorisations for dynamic brain connectivity data. You will have the opportunity to collaborate with interdisciplinary partners to develop advanced signal processing techniques for connectivity analysis and further our understanding of how Alzheimer’s disease affects the brain electrophysiological activity. The main objective of the project is to create a novel framework based on tensor factorisations to investigate the components of dynamic networks resulting from electroencephalogram functional connectivity. This will include the introduction of appropriate constraints in the factorisations, and methods to compare them across subjects. You should hold (or be about to receive) a PhD in signal processing, computer science, or a related numerate discipline. Experience in biomedical signal processing and/or brain connectivity analysis will be considered a plus. A good track record of international publications demonstrating prior experience is required. You should have good programming skills, a strong mathematical background, and an interest in interdisciplinary research. This post is full time and fixed term for 13 months, to commence in April 2016 or as soon as possible thereafter. The University of Edinburgh is considered one of the top universities in the world according to recent rankings. The Institute for Digital Communications, in the School of Engineering, develops theory, algorithms and hardware for the next generation of signal processing, imaging and communication systems. The Institute comprises 15 faculty members and over 65 research fellows/associates and over PhD students. In REF2014, Engineering had 94% of the overall research activity ranked as world-leading or internationally excellent. Edinburgh, the capital of Scotland, offers a vibrant professional life, excellent career opportunities and a very high quality of life. It has a beautiful old part, has an abundance of café’s, restaurants and bars, and yearly hosts the Festival and the Fringe, which is the largest arts gathering in the world. Interested candidates should email the Principal Investigator (Dr Javier Escudero, javier.escudero(a)ed.ac.uk) with an updated CV and a brief summary of interests. =============================== The newly founded Neuroimaging Center at the University of Oldenburg, Germany, offers the following two positions 1. MEG-Physicist/Engineer (E13/TV-L, initially 3 years) 2. MRI-Physicist/Engineer (E13/TV-L, initially 3 years) The positions are suitable for part-time work. The Neuroimaging Center hosts a state of the art magnetoencephalograph (ElektaTriux) and a magnetic resonance tomograph (Siemens Prisma 3T) and is embedded in an excellent interdisciplinary scientific environment with a strong research focus on neurosensory, neurocognitive, and medical research. We seek for highly motivated post-doctoral candidates (with PhD) with an academic university degree in physics, engineering or related fields, with documented research experience in magnetoencephalography (position 1) or magnetic resonance imaging (position 2). For both positions, fluency in English is necessary. German and experience in the design of neurocognitive experiments are desirable. Successful candidates will be responsible for the operation and administration of the MEG-system and MRI-system respectively, their infrastructure, the development and improvement of measurement and analyses techniques and user consultancy. The University of Oldenburg is rapidly growing and offers a vibrant scientific environment with strong foci on cognitive and sensory neuroscience and a new medical school. The European Medical School is a cooperation project between the Universities of Oldenburg and Groningen and three local hospitals. Oldenburg is an attractive city in Germany's northwest with excellent quality of life. It is close to Bremen, Hamburg, Groningen, and approx. 1 h from the north sea. The University of Oldenburg is dedicated to increasing the percentage of women in science. Therefore, female candidates are particularly encouraged to apply and will be given preference in cases of equal qualification. Handicapped applicants will be given preference if equally qualified. Electronic applications (one pdf file) are preferred and can be send to: Professor Dr. Jochem Rieger: Jochem.rieger(a)uni-oldenburg.de Applications by mail should be sent to Prof. Jochem Rieger Universität Oldenburg Kuepkersweg 74 (W30) 26129 Oldenburg Germany The application process is open until January 31st 2016. Applications should include your CV, a list of most recent publications, and a statement (max. 3 pages). ========================= Full details for this position can be found at: http://jobs.mq.edu.au/cw/en/job/496354/postdoctoral-researcher-in-magnetoen… An opportunity exists for a postdoctoral researcher to develop and use the magnetoencephalographic (MEG) system to investigate brain responses in adults and children with a unilateral cochlear implant (MEG III). The successful candidate will participate in research projects developing and assessing new noise reduction techniques for MEG III measurements; and planning and implementing research studies investigating the nature and trajectory of brain changes following cochlear implantation. The MEG III system is located in the KIT-Macquarie Brain Research Laboratory, a state-of-the-art MEG facility housed in the Australian Hearing Hub on the Macquarie University campus, and co-located with Cochlear, the National Acoustic Laboratories (NAL) and the ARC Centre of Excellence in Cognition and its Disorders. Comprising three MEG systems for non-invasive imaging of human brain function, the KIT-Macquarie Laboratory is home to the first MEG system in the Southern Hemisphere, the first paediatric MEG system in the world, and now, with MEG III, a world-first system for measuring auditory and linguistic brain functions in cochlear implant users. The role is funded through the HEARing Cooperative Research Centre (CRC), a partnership of clinicians, researchers and commercial partners working to improve the hearing health of Australians. The successful applicant will work in close collaboration with researchers from the Audiology section within the Department of Linguistics and Cochlear – the leading manufacturer of cochlear implants. ========================= Post-doctoral Training in TMS at the University of Michigan An interdisciplinary post-doctoral position is available at the University of Michigan to work with Stephan Taylor (Psychiatry), Sean Meehan (Kinesiology) and Thad Polk (Psychology). One project will use paired pulse TMS to study GABAergic function in neuropsychiatric conditions (psychosis, depression, stroke) and normal aging, but opportunities for independent projects in TMS (e.g. theta burst stimulation), as well as complementary projects in fMRI and MRS will be plentiful across the three labs. Candidates should have a Ph.D. in neuroscience, psychology, or a related field. Experience in fMRI and TMS is highly desirable, but not required. However, strong technical/analytic skills (e.g. data analysis and/or programming) and the capability to learn the necessary procedural skills for TMS are required. The fellowship is available immediately. If interested, please contact: Stephan Taylor MD sftaylor(a)umich.edu, Sean Meehan PhD skmeehan(a)umich.edu or Thad Polk PhD tpolk(a)umich.edu. The University of Michigan is an equal opportunity provider. ======================== * Post Doctoral Position: fMRI Project on Intrinsic Motivation and Decision Making, University of Reading, UK** A talented and enthusiastic postdoctoral researcher is required to work on an interdisciplinary neuroimaging project on human curiosity (or intrinsic motivation) and decision making under the supervision of Dr Kou Murayama, the principal investigator of the Motivation Laboratory in the University of Reading, UK (http://koumurayama.com/). This exciting project, funded by European Commission, provides a unique opportunity to examine neural mechanisms through which human curiosity biases decision making process, using neuroimaging experimental methods. The successful candidate will have a variety of duties including programming experiments, preparing experimental stimuli, and collecting and analysing neuroimaging data. The Department of Psychology at the University of Reading hosts the Centre for Integrative Neuroscience and Neurodynamics (CINN), providing extensive laboratory facilities for research projects in psychology and cognitive and computational neuroscience, with a research-dedicated 3T Siemens Trio MRI scanner, which is complemented by integrated eye tracking systems and MRI-compatible EEG and TMS systems. This is a 1 year position and the anticipated starting date is April 2015 (negotiable). Salary is GBP 28,982 per annum (Grade 6). The application closes on 3rd February, 2016. If you are interested, please go to the link below for further details. Application must be submited online (via the link below). https://www.reading.ac.uk/15/about/jobs/about-job-details.aspx?vacancy_id=1… If you have any questions, please feel free to contact Kou Murayama (k.murayama(a)reading.ac.uk). ============================

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phds. postdocs, other positions
by Gary Green 04 Jan '16

04 Jan '16

An opportunity to study at both the Departments of Medicine and Computing is available at Imperial College London. Starting in October 2016, the studentship is part of the prestigious EPSRC Centre for Doctoral Training in Neurotechnology for life and health and involves an initial MRes year, before registering for a PhD in year 2. Our novel project focuses on using brain imaging and ageing biomarkers to predict biological age in the UKBiobank dataset. A systemic measure of biological age could have great utility in predicting health outcomes in the ageing population and will be implemented as a publich health tool. More details on the project and how to apply below. http://www.imperial.ac.uk/neurotechnology/cdt/projects/measuring_age/ James H Cole, PhD C3NL Division of Brain Sciences Department of Medicine Imperial College London ==================================== he German Center for Neurodegenerative Diseases (DZNE) is a center of excellence within the Helmholtz Association that performs translational research on Neurodegenerative Diseases. The center includes nine high-performing sites in Bonn, Berlin, Dresden, Göttingen, Magdeburg, Munich, Rostock/Greifswald, Tübingen and Witten. Within the area of clinical research we have a position for a PhD position (f/m) Neuro Image Analysis – Code 1347/2015/11 Description: You will work in an interdisciplinary team in Bonn focused on Clinical Research. Clinical research at the DZNE aims to investigate causes and preclinical biomarkers of neurodegenerative diseases, and to study normal and pathological brain structure and function in neurodegenerative diseases. To this end the team, led by Prof. Thomas Klockgether, Director of Clinical Research of the DZNE is currently establishing several clinical studies including MR-imaging in a multi-center and single site setting. The study facility in Bonn will encompass state-of-the art apparatus including 3T MRI scanners (Siemens Skyra) as well as a 7T MRI Scanner, advanced bio-banking program and large data storage and computational resources. We invite applications for a PhD project on multimodal brain imaging in Neurodegenerative Diseases (e.g. spinocerebellar ataxia) in the Clinical Research Group at the German Center of Neurodegenerative Diseases, DZNE, Bonn, Germany. Within the framework of multicenter studies the project aims to investigate the structural and functional trace of Neurodegenerative Diseases (e.g. spinocerebellar ataxia) in the human brain. Available methods include resting state fMRI, DTI and morphometry. Interested candidates are encouraged to develop computational modelling skills. Qualifications and experience: We are looking for highly motivated candidates with a Master’s degree (or equivalent) in neuroscience, psychology, biology, or a related field, and with a strong interest in neurodegenerative diseases. Programming skills in Matlab and experience with resting-state fMRI are an advantage. Demonstrable interest in quantitative research, strong analytical skills, ability for independent and critical thinking, and excellent communication and writing skills in the English language are a prerequisite. Creative, highly motivated and team-oriented candidates, who dare to take initiative and enjoy working in a fast-growing, dynamic research environment in an internationally oriented biomedical institution, are strongly encouraged to apply. We offer: - An interesting and challenging task in a research center that works on the future topics of health research - An international environment characterized by a strong focus on science and research - A high potential for the individual development of our employees - Targeted personnel development - A full-time position, initially temporary limited to two year - Employment, payment and social benefits are consistent with those at other research institutesJob location is Bonn, Germany. Common language at work is English or German. The DZNE is an equal opportunity employer. The DZNE especially welcomes and encourages disabled individuals to apply. Contact: Interested candidates should send their applications including CV with transcripts or degree certificates, a brief statement of research interests and contact details of two referees in a single file to: application(a)dzne.de References may be taken up as part of the candidate selection and prior to interview. Applicants who do not wish referees to be contacted without prior notice and consent should make this explicitly clear on their application. ============================== A PhD Studentship, "Learning to move in space and time: Multimodal imaging of the human cerebellum”, is available at the University of Nottingham, UK. Now open: An exciting opportunity to work in the HandLab using high-field (7T) magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) and transcranial magnetic stimulation (TMS). This is part of the IMPACT programme, under the "Imaging: Molecules to Man" theme. For more details, contact Dr Nick Holmes (nicholas.holmes(a)nottingham.ac.uk), and see the programme website below: DEADLINE: 10th January 2016 - apply ASAP! http://www.birmingham.ac.uk/research/activity/mrc-impact/index.aspx http://www.birmingham.ac.uk/research/activity/mrc-impact/imaging.aspx ========================= A PhD studentship „Identifying non-invasive imaging markers of neuroinflammation in treatment pharmacoresistant epilepsy“ is available in the Epilepsy Research Group (ERG) at the University of Liverpool, UK and is supervised by Dr Simon Keller and Prof Tony Marson. Please find all details about this position via this link: http://www.findaphd.com/search/ProjectDetails.aspx?PJID=70289&LID=3417 Deadline: Friday, January 22, 2016 - apply ASAP! ================= for our brainstem/superior colliculus projects at the University of Tuebingen we are looking for two PhDs. The DFG-funded project will run for 3 years and use primarily fMRI and DTI at a 3T scanner. The full project description and further information are available on our webpage: https://homepages.uni-tuebingen.de//marc.himmelbach/Welcome.html. Applicants should submit their application documents (cover letter, CV, 2 references, publication list and master thesis, if available) by e-mail as a single pdf to Dr. Himmelbach. Applications will be considered until 31st January 2016. With kind regards, Marc Himmelbach Dr. Marc Himmelbach Division of Neuropsychology Hertie-Institute for Clinical Brain Research Centre for Integrative Neuroscience Hoppe-Seyler-Str. 3, D-72076 Tübingen Phone: ++49 (0)7071-29 86580 Fax: ++49 (0)7071-29 4489 http://homepages.uni-tuebingen.de/marc.himmelbach ===================================== Mind Research Network Postdoctoral Fellow – Job # 2015.180.M Summary A post-doctoral research position is currently available in Dr. Andrew Mayer’s laboratory at The Mind Research Network, Albuquerque, New Mexico location in the area of cognitive neuroscience. The candidate will work on several NIH-funded projects that use multimodal neuroimaging to study traumatic brain injury and psychosis spectrum disorders. Particular areas of focus include cognitive neuroscience studies of multisensory cognitive control, advanced modeling for diffusion MRI and mechanistic explorations of vascular integrity through multimodal imaging (i.e., task-related BOLD, pCASL, cerebral vascular reactivity and resting state data). Requirements A Ph.D. in neuroscience, psychology, computer science or a related field is required. The ideal candidate should possess a strong interest in working in both clinical and pre-clinical research settings, a strong publication record and experience in brain imaging (functional magnetic resonance imaging (fMRI), diffusion MRI, structural MRI, etc). Applicant must also have strong programming skills in Linux and one or more other languages (R, MATLAB, python, etc.). The position is for two years, with a third year extension possible. To apply, visit www.mrn.org and refer to Job # in the “Jobs” section of the website. Or contact Dr. Mayer directly at amayer(a)mrn.org. The Mind Research Network is an independent non-profit organization dedicated to advancing the diagnosis and treatment of mental illness and brain injury. Headquartered in Albuquerque, New Mexico, MRN consists of an interdisciplinary association of scientists located at universities, national laboratories and research centers around the world and is focused on imaging technology and its emergence as an integral element of neuroscience investigation. With an extended community of academicians, researchers, graduate students and technicians, the MRN is uniquely positioned with its national infrastructure to link the brightest minds in neuroscience with some of the most cutting-edge neuroimaging capabilities in the world today Equal Opportunity Employer The Lovelace Respiratory Research Institute Family of Companies is an Equal Opportunity employer–M/F/Veteran/Disability. We are committed to the hiring, advancement and fair treatment of all individuals, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regarding to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, protected veteran status, or any other protected status as designated by federal, state or local law. For additional information about your rights as an applicant, click here. For assistance with our application process, including reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities to participate in the application process, please send an email to recruiting(a)lrri.org or call 505-348-9400. ======================== The Pediatric Mood and Anxiety Disorders Program (P-MAP) and the Translational and Molecular Imaging Institute (TMII) at the Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai (ISMMS) are seeking a highly motivated post-doctoral scholar in neuroimaging. The focus of this position will be on analyzing fMRI and/or MRS data. Candidates should have (or nearing completion of) a PhD in neuroscience, psychology, cognitive science, radiology, engineering, or a related field, and should have a strong background in quantitative analysis. Proficiencies with at least one neuroimaging analysis software (e.g. FSL, AFNI, SPM, Freesurfer, Caret, Connectome workbench, etc.) and Unix/Linux environment are expected. Familiarity with Matlab, Python, or R programming language is a plus. The postdoctoral scholar will be mentored jointly by Dr. Vilma Gabbay and Dr. Junqian (Gordon) Xu, with the expectation for him/her to advance both clinical and methodological knowledge through this postdoctoral training. The P-MAP under the direction of Vilma Gabbay, MD, is a unique program in the greater New York metropolitan area dedicated exclusively to the study and treatment of adolescent mood and anxiety disorders, utilizing innovative neuroimaging and immunological methodologies. The neuroimaging program led by Junqian (Gordon) Xu, PhD, has extensive knowledge about the Human Connectome Project (HCP) data acquisition and analysis, and is dedicated to advancing magnetic resonance imaging and spectroscopy techniques. TMII is equipped with cutting-edge Siemens MRI scanners dedicated to research: 3T Skyra (32ch and 16ch head coils) and whole-body actively shielded 7T (32ch Nova head coil). One campus wide supercomputer and one TMII wide center cluster are fully accessible for data analysis and algorithm development. The postdoctoral fellow's primary responsibility is to analyze neuroimaging data from funded research projects. In addition, the mentors are fully committed to fostering the trainee's research independence through first-author manuscript writing and assisting in the PIs' grant applications. The candidate is highly encouraged to pursue his/her own research project through NIH F32 or foundation fellowship applications by the end of the first year. The initial employment is for two-years, with possible extension. Salary will be commensurate with experience and the cost of living in New York City. Subsidized housing close to Mount Sinai campus (upper east side, Manhattan) is available. Please send CV (with 3 references) and statement of interest to Kailyn Bradley, PhD: (kailyn.bradley(a)mssm.edu). Candidates with an early start date will be given priority. ============================ The Brain Behavior Laboratory (BBL) at the University of Pennsylvania (UPenn) and The Lifespan Brain Institute (LiBI) are now accepting applications for a full-time Research Associate to coordinate our imaging analytics group, lead by Dr. Ted Satterthwaite. The BBL and LiBI study brain-behavior relationships in development and psychopathology; ongoing efforts include large-scale studies such as the Philadelphia Developmental Cohort (PNC), a landmark study of over 1,600 genotyped youth who received multi-modal neuroimaging as well as detailed clinical and cognitive phenotyping. Responsibilities will include: data integration and analysis, developing and maintaining imaging processing pipelines, supervising staff and trainees, assisting with grant preparation, and writing first-author manuscripts. This position will involve working as part of a highly-interdisciplinary research team that includes experts in diverse fields such as neuropsychiatry (Raquel E. Gur; director of LiBI and UPenn Neuropsychiatry), neuropsychology (Ruben Gur; director of BBL), network theory (Danielle S. Bassett), multivariate pattern analysis (Christos Davatzikos), and imaging statistics (Taki Shinohara). To work effectively in this highly collaborative environment, the applicant should have superior communication, language, and writing skills. The applicant must have completed their Ph.D. in neuroscience, engineering, psychology, or statistics with an established record of high productivity; post-doctoral training is desirable. Expertise in using neuroimaging software (e.g., FSL, ANTs, FreeSurfer, AFNI), statistical packages (e.g., R), and scripting languages (e.g., bash) are required. Please send cover letter and CV to Ted Satterthwaite (sattertt(a)upenn.edu). ================================== he Integrated Brain Imaging Center at the University of Washington in Seattle seeks a full-time staff research scientist with expertise in design and analysis of fMRI experiments. The successful candidate will be one who thrives in a multidisciplinary environment; can maintain a cutting edge conceptual understanding of image processing methods, analysis, and interpretation; views operationalizing methods on science as an exercise in problem solving; and enjoys integrating science and methods, operationally and conceptually. The successful candidate will demonstrate a trajectory of increasing responsibility for facilitating projects requiring divergent intellectual disciplines. Interested parties should see the full job posting on UW Hires (Req #: 128007). https://uwhires.admin.washington.edu/eng/candidates/default.cfm?szCategory=… ============================= http://www.childmind.org/en/Neuroimaging-Data-Manager/ Neuroimaging Data Manager Organizational Summary The Child Mind Institute is an independent nonprofit dedicated to transforming the lives of children and families struggling with mental health and learning disorders. Our teams work every day to deliver the highest standards of care, advance the science of the developing brain and empower parents, professionals and policymakers to support children when and where they need it most. Together with our supporters, we're helping children reach their full potential in school and in life. We share all of our resources freely and do not accept any funding from the pharmaceutical industry. Job Description The Child Mind Institute is currently recruiting a Neuroimaging Data Manager (NDM) to oversee the collection, organization, quality assurance and sharing of EEG, fMRI and eye-tracking data obtained through CMI initiatives. In particular, these initiatives will include: 1) the CMI Clinical-Research Integration, which is actively working to obtain cognitive performance and EEG data from patients interested in participating and research, and 2) the Healthy Brain Network, which is a large-scale community-focused data acquisition effort that is obtaining EEG and multimodal MRI data from children and adolescents (ages 5-21) with a range of psychiatric presentations. The NDM will be responsible for the training of research assistant staff in the collection of data and monitoring of performance for quality. Additionally, the NDM will be responsible for the organization, quality assessment of EEG and fMRI data, as well as basic preprocessing. Additionally, the NDM will help to coordinate the open sharing of data with other researchers around the world. The NDM reports to the Director, Center for the Developing Brain (Michael P. Milham, MD, PhD) and to the Project Manager, Healthy Brain Network. This is an exempt position based in our NYC headquarters, with a competitive salary and benefits. Responsibilities Include but are not limited to the following: - Work collaboratively to develop neuroimaging research project plans, including timelines, milestones, resource requirements and deliverables. - Implement project protocols and operational plans, which areconsistent with strategic objectives. These should include staff training, monitoring and quality assurance mechanisms for EEG, multimodal MRI and eye-tracking data, as well as accompanying phenotypic data. - Understand and supportglobal project goals including patient recruitment,quality assurance, and public relations. - Work with senior CMI clinical and research staff to refine and update project goals andscopes, as well as to ensure proper adherence toclinical and research regulations. - Work with senior CMI clinical and research staff to manageresources and timelines associated with projectimplementation activities. - Work with senior CMI clinical and research staff to review and approve requests for new research projects from clinical staff at CMI. Ensuremaintenance of document standardization through the use of modeldocuments, templates and appropriate peer review. Required Skills - Research study coordination and management - Problem-solving, negotiation, inventory control - Supervision, staffing, management proficiency, performance management - Workflow development; writing protocols - EEG data acquisition and analysis Qualifications - Masters degree required in psychology, neuroscience, computer science, engineering, or other related areas. (Doctoral degree preferred) - Minimum two years' experience with the collection and analysis of EEG data. - Prior experience with the collection and analysis of functional MRI data is preferred, though not required. - Intermediate programming skills in either Python or Matlab - Proficiency in Linux/Unix operating systems. - Strong knowledge of standard office software applications (e.g., Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, etc.) Application instructions Click here to apply (https://workforcenow.adp.com/jobs/apply/posting.html?client=childmind&ccId=…). Upload cover letter and resume as one document. CMI is an Equal Opportunity Employer. CMI is committed to recruiting and maintaining a diverse staff; individuals from all backgrounds are strongly encouraged to apply. Employment at Will Relationship This position description does not constitute a guarantee that employment will continue for any specified period of time. Rather, employment is at the mutual consent of the employee and CMI, and can be terminated at will by the employee or by CMI. CMI reserves the right to modify the job description and/or reporting relationship at any time. CMI is an Equal Opportunity Employer. CMI is committed to recruiting and maintaining a diverse staff; individuals from all backgrounds are strongly encouraged to apply. Michael P. Milham, MD, PhD Phyllis Green and Randolph Cowen Scholar Director, Center for the Developing Brain Child Mind Institute http://www.childmind.org/ Director, Center for Biomedical Imaging and Neuromodulation Research Psychiatrist Nathan S. Kline Institute for Psychiatric Research ===========================

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PHDs, postdocs, faculty and whole team opportunity
by Gary Green 18 Dec '15

18 Dec '15

1 PhD student position at the Center for Behavioral Brain Sciences, Otto-von-Guericke-University Magdeburg, Germany Applications are invited for a 4-year PhD student position in the Cognitive Neuroscience research group (www.cns-jocham.de) headed by PD Dr Gerhard Jocham. The position is part of the Collaborative Research Centre SFB 779 „Neurobiology of motivated behavior“ funded by the DFG (German Research Council). In this project, we will investigate how cortical representations of reward value are maintained during delay periods. The project is thus at the intersection of reward-guided decision making and working memory. MEG in combination with multivariate analyses approaches, behavioural modelling and pharmacological challenges will be used to study mechanisms of cortical value representations. Being embedded in the larger structure of the SFB 779, you will additionally benefit from the interactions with other leading experts. With several research-dedicated 3T and one 7T MRI scanners, an MEG and several EEG laboratories, a newly built combined MRI-PET facility, and a large community of researchers working on all levels of description (from cellular to systems), Magdeburg offers an outstanding and stimulating environment for cognitive neuroscience. For the position, a strong interest in decision making is important. You will have an MSc or equivalent degree (or be currently working towards one) in psychology, neuroscience, or a related field (biology, engineering, computer science, physics). The ideal candidate should also possess computer programming skills, in particular Matlab would be desirable. You will be thorough, efficient, a good communicator and enjoy both working independently and as part of a dynamic team. For further information about this unique opportunity, please contact Gerhard Jocham (jocham(a)ovgu.de). Visit our website (www.cns-jocham.de) to learn more about our research and the SFB website to learn more about the Collaborative Research Centre in general (www.sfb779.de/en/) and about the project in particular (www.sfb779.de/en/b16n.html). Applications should include a CV, a brief statement of research experience and interests, academic achievements and names of at least 2 referees. Please send your application electronically as a single pdf file quoting reference number 271/2015 to Dr Gerhard Jocham (jocham(a)ovgu.de). The position is available immediately (1 Jan 2016), but applications will be considered until the post is filled. Applications from disabled persons will be given priority in the case of equal suitability, ability and professional expertise. The Otto von Guericke University aims to increase the proportion of women researchers within the university and specifically encourages women to apply. ============================== we are currently advertising the following three 4-year PhD positions for our lab with application deadlines early next year. The funding covers living expenses and UK/EU fees over four years and, using overseas research studentships, potentially also the higher fees for non-EU applicants. Students are chosen in competition with students who choose projects in other fields, which means that we would particularly encourage strong applicants with very good academic marks and previous research experience to apply. Please follow the links below for more information. Newcastle-DTA PhD studentships (1) Building brains: Which developmental pathways lead to better performance in information processing? (School: Computing Science Ref: DTA122) Within this project, a student will help to develop detailed simulations of brain network development. In addition, the student will test the performance of the grown networks on visual tasks. Through this, we will investigate (a) how developmental mechanisms are linked to the resulting topology and (b) how the resulting network is linked to processing performance. As a result, we will get a better understanding how changes during development are linked to brain architecture and how they can lead to cognitive deficits. Supervisors: Prof. Marcus Kaiser, Dr Gavin Clowry, and Dr Roman Bauer (2) Predicting patient outcomes following traumatic brain injury (School: Computing Science Ref: DTA123) In this study we will investigate the impact of simulated brain lesions using human brain connectivity data and computer simulations. We shall aim to produce biomarkers for patient outcomes. These techniques may hive wider applications in stroke, multiple sclerosis and ageing. Supervisors: Prof. Marcus Kaiser and Dr Peter Taylor Please apply by 22 January at http://www.ncl.ac.uk/sage/study/postgrad/dta/ Newcastle-Singapore PhD studentships (3) Improving surgery in focal epilepsy using computational modelling (School: Computing Science Ref: NSS12) In this project we shall attempt to predict which patients will be seizure free after surgery using human brain connectivity information of patients. For those patients predicted to be not seizure free we shall suggest alternative strategies for surgery. See also our recent article in PLOS CB: http://www.ploscompbiol.org/article/metrics/info%3Adoi%2F10.1371%2Fjournal.… Supervisors: Dr. Peter Taylor, Prof. Marcus Kaiser, and Asst. Prof. Justin Dauwels (NTU, Singapore). The student will be based at Newcastle but also visit Singapore Please apply by 26 February at http://www.ncl.ac.uk/sage/study/postgrad/singapore/ Research Environment There are currently 12 faculty members with a link to neuroinformatics and computational neuroscience. Using computational models for clinical applications is a strong interest of our group (see http://neuroinformatics.ncl.ac.uk/ for an overview). Students will be based in the School of Computing Science, which was ranked #9 for research and #1 for impact in the recent UK Research Excellence Framework evaluation, as part of the ICOS Group (http://ico2s.org/ ). They will also be affiliated with the Institute of Neuroscience which integrates more than 100 principal investigators across medicine, psychology, computer science, and engineering and which was ranked #9 overall and #5 for impact in the UK (http://www.ncl.ac.uk/ion/). Newcastle University, with 20,000 students, lies in the city of Newcastle-upon-Tyne -- an area in the North-East of England with around one million inhabitants. The university is at the centre of Newcastle which itself is on the main train-line between London and Edinburgh, 20 minutes away from both the airport and the sand beach by public transport (http://www.ncl.ac.uk/about/visit/city/ ). We also offer a one-year master programme in Computational Neuroscience and Neuroinformatics (http://www.ncl.ac.uk/computing/study/postgrad/taught/5199/ ) which is now accepting applications. Best, Marcus -- Marcus Kaiser, Ph.D. @ConnectomeLab Professor in Neuroinformatics Interdisciplinary Computing and Complex Biosystems (ICOS) Research Group School of Computing Science Newcastle University Claremont Tower Newcastle upon Tyne NE1 7RU, UK Lab website: http://www.dynamic-connectome.org/ Neuroinformatics@Newcastle: http://neuroinformatics.ncl.ac.uk ====================================================== The School of Psychology is currently inviting applications for a number of postgraduate funding awards to commence in October 2016. The application deadlines for each of these scholarships is 5pm on 31st January 2016. We have one School of Psychology Project-Linked Research Scholarship 2016 for anyone interested in collaborating on a specific project with a supervisory team of two or more academic staff members. In particular there is a project investigating "Cognitive Enhancement Using Brain Stimulation and Physical Exercise". This project involves different methods of electrical brain stimulation (i.e., constant current, alternating current and random noise stimulation as well as galvanic vestibular stimulation), physical exercise (e.g., cycling and running) and measurement (e.g., EEG, EMG and VO2 max or maximal oxygen consumption as a measure of cardiovascular fitness). You are strongly advised to contact the lead supervisor Amir-Homayoun Javadi to request advice for writing the proposal, which should expand on the brief summary given. Research Scholarships 2016: Some scholarships will take the form of School/Vice Chancellor’s Research Scholarships administered under the Graduate Teaching Assistant Scheme. We will also be bidding for ESRC studentships (MSc+PhD and PhD) as part of the South East ESRC Doctoral Training Centre. Please note that applicants will be considered for all forms of funding for which they are eligible therefore, separate applications are not necessary. However, additional materials are required for applications to be considered for ESRC awards (see ‘how to apply’ section of Research Scholarships 2016 advert). Greetings Amir-Homayoun -- Amir-Homayoun Javadi, PhD, Eng. Lecturer in Cognitive Neuroscience Room A2.7, School of Psychology, Keynes College, University of Kent, Canterbury, Kent, CT2 7NP, UK T: +44 (0)1227 82 7770 F: +44 (0)1227 82 7030 E: a.h.javadi(a)kent.ac.uk www.kent.ac.uk/psychology/people/javadia =========================================== at the University of Geneva, Switzerland, we offer a PhD position (neuroscience and psychology) in the domain of meditation research in elderly. Please find the details attached. With best wishes, Olga Klimecki Olga Klimecki, PhD http://cms.unige.ch/fapse/EmotionLab/Members/olga-klimecki/index.php http://www.affective-sciences.org/content/emotion-and-conflict-resolution http://www.tandfonline.com/eprint/gXmrD5weVxPZHj7XXsZy/full Campus Biotech CISA - University of Geneva Chemin des Mines 9 CH-1202 Gen=E8ve 20 Telephone: +41 22 37 90 913 Fax: +41 22 379 06 10 =========================== A 3-year fully-funded PhD studentship is available in the School of Psychology at Bangor University commencing in October 2016. A highly-motivated and creative student with strong written and oral communication skills, and preferably experience with human neuroscience techniques (fMRI, TMS, EEG) is required for this position. The project is part of ongoing research in the Social Brain in Action Laboratory (SoBA Lab), which explores the cognitive and brain systems that underpin our ability to understand the actions and mental states of other people. Further details here - http://www.soba-lab.com/vacancies.html Informal enquiries regarding the PhD position can be directed to Richard Ramsey (r.ramsey [usual] bangor.ac.uk) ================================= We are recruiting 2 researchers to conduct a project on brain mechanisms of attention and rehabilitation in patients with spatial neglect after right brain lesions. The project will include behavioral testing and brain imaging measures with EEG and fMRI, with a special focus on neurofeedback based training of visual attention. It will be carried out in the context of a collaboration between several neuroscience labs at the University of Geneva (UNIGE) and Swiss Polytechnic School of Lausanne (EPFL), located at the Campus Biotech in Geneva where a new multidisciplinary center of excellence in biotechnology and neuroscience has recently been established. Previous experience in neuroimaging techniques is required. The position can start immediately. Funding is guaranteed for a minimum of 2 years, with a possibility of extension as the project will develop. The researchers will join a large and thriving community of neuroscientists, engineers, and psychologists gathered on the Campus Biotech and other institutions in the Geneva lake region. Interested candidates should send their CV with a motivation letter and references to: patrik.vuilleumier(a)unige.ch Laboratory for Behavioural Neurology and Imaging of Cognition (LABNIC), Dept of Neuroscience, University Medical School Dept of Neurology, University Hospital University of Geneva, Switzerland Medical Image Processing Lab (MIPLAB) Department of Radiology and Medical Informatics, HUG School of Engineering, Institute of Bioengineering, EPFL Center for Neuroprosthetics, EPFL Chemin des Mines 9 CH-1202 Geneva, Switzerland http://labnic.unige.ch http://bbl.unige.ch http://www.campusbiotech.ch http://miplab.epfl.ch -- Swann Pichon, PhD Lecturer, Department of psychology University of Geneva, Campus Biotech, bât. H8-2 Chemin des Mines 9, Case postale 60, 1211 Geneva 20 Phone: +41 22 37 90 291 GSM ch/fr: +41 77 46 84 910 / +33 6 26 43 83 61 https://sites.google.com/site/swannpichon/ ===================================== Postdoctoral Research Assistant in Magnetic Resonance Imaging Nuffield Department of Clinical Neurosciences, John Radcliffe Hospital, Headington, Oxford Grade 7: £30,434 - £37,394 p.a. (pay award pending) Ultra-high field Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI) has undergone enormous advances in the past decade. To ensure the UK’s role in this exciting development, the Medical Research Council has funded the establishment of a UK7T Network with the aims of training postdoctoral researchers in 7T techniques, harmonising protocols for cross-site collaboration, and enabling data sharing, all with the goal of accelerating the clinical exploitation of 7T MRI. We are looking to recruit a Postdoctoral Research Assistant to be based within Oxford’s strong MR Physics Group. In collaboration with colleagues at four other UK7T sites (Cambridge, Cardiff, Nottingham and Glasgow), you will establish sequences and protocols that are optimised for neuroimaging studies at 7T and can be replicated across the network. You will also help establish standards and mechanisms for data sharing, and develop protocols for maximum image homogeneity and minimum power deposition using parallel transmission. The post would be suited to someone with a PhD in physics or engineering. You will have experience with sequence development on high-field scanners (ideally the Siemens platform) and be comfortable communicating to scientists from a range of backgrounds. You should demonstrate knowledge of image reconstruction for MRI and have programming experience in C++, Matlab and Unix scripting. You must be able to manage own academic research and associated activities. Expertise in neuroimaging, particularly functional or diffusion imaging or spectroscopy would be advantageous. For further information, please contact: stuart.clare(a)ndcn.ox.ac.uk. The closing date for applications is 12.00 midday on Monday 11 January 2016. Interviews will be held as soon as possible thereafter. Full details are available at: https://www.recruit.ox.ac.uk/pls/hrisliverecruit/erq_jobspec_version_4.jobs… ____________________________________________________________________ Karla L. Miller, Professor of Biomedical Engineering Wellcome Trust Career Development Fellow Oxford Centre for Functional MRI of the Brain (FMRIB) John Radcliffe Hospital, Headington, Oxford OX3 9DU, UK tel +44 (0) 1865 222551 http://www.ndcn.ox.ac.uk/team/karla-miller ================================================ A postdoctoral position is available in the UCLA Department of Psychiatry and Biobehavioral Sciences and the Semel Institute for Neuroscience and Human Behavior to study the neural phenotypes associated with reward, emotion, and perception in disorders of body image. Description: Our lab uses functional and structural neuroimaging and psychophysical experiments to understand psychiatric phenotypes across disorders of body image and the obsessive-compulsive spectrum (see http://www.semel.ucla.edu/bddanorexia/current-research). The current project involves understanding reward and emotion in anorexia nervosa, and how this relates longitudinally to clinical outcome. We are also employing and developing novel multimodal imaging techniques using advanced computational modeling. UCLA has a wealth of neuroimaging and clinical resources. You will be joining a productive and collaborative group that utilizes advanced neuroimaging techniques yet is also grounded in a strong clinical understanding of phenomenology of psychiatric populations. Requirements: Ph.D. or M.D./Ph.D. (post residency) in neuroscience, cognitive science, computer science, biomedical engineering, biostatistics, physics, psychology, or related field. We are looking for candidates with experience in the design, collection, and analysis of fMRI data – including statistical analysis software such as FSL, SPM, or others – and experience with advanced computational modeling. The successful applicant will be able to function independently, manage several projects simultaneously, lead and mentor students and research assistants, have excellent computing and programming (Matlab, Python, shell scripting) as well as verbal and written English skills, and an aptitude for writing manuscripts and grant applications. To apply: please send a letter of interest, C.V., and a research statement (no longer than 2 pages) that describes your past research experience and future goals, and three letters of reference sent in confidence to Dr. Jamie Feusner: jfeusner(a)mednet.ucla.edu =========================== Post-doc position: Learning functional-connectivity biomarkers of pathologies Parietal (https://team.inria.fr/parietal/) is looking to fill a post-doc position on learning biomarkers from functional connectivity. Scientific context ------------------ The challenge is to use resting-state fMRI at the level of a population to understand how intrinsic functional connectivity captures pathologies and other cognitive phenotypes. Rest fMRI is a promising tool for large-scale population analysis of brain function as it is easy to acquire and accumulate. Scans for thousands of subjects have already been shared, and more is to come. However, the signature of cognitions in this modality are weak. Extracting biomarkers is a challenging data processing and machine learning problem. This challenge is the expertise of my research group. Medical applications cover a wider range of brain pathologies, for which diagnosis is challenging, such as autism or Alzheimer's disease. This project is a collaboration with the Child Mind Institute (http://www.childmind.org/), experts on psychiatric disorders and resting-state fMRI, and coordinators of the major data sharing initiatives for rest fRMI data (eg ABIDE). Objectives of the project -------------------------- The project hinges on processing of very large rest fMRI databases. Important novelties of the project are: - Building predictive models to discriminate multiple pathologies in large inhomogeneous datasets. - Using and improving advanced connectomics and brain-parcellation techniques in fMRI. Expected results include the discovery of neurophenotypes for several brain pathologies, as well as intrinsic brain structures —eg functional parcellations or connectomes— that carry signatures of cognition. Desired profile ----------------- We are looking for a post-doctoral fellow to hire in spring. The ideal candidate would have some, but not all, of the following expertise and interests: * Experience in advanced processing of fMRI * General knowledge of brain structure and function * Good communication skills to write high-impact neuroscience publications * Good computing skills, in particular with Python. Cluster computing experience is desired. A great research environment ------------------------------ The work environment is dynamic and exiting, using state-of-the-art machine learning to answer challenging functional neuroimaging question. The post-doc will be employed by INRIA (http://www.inria.fr), the lead computing research institute in France. We are a team of computer scientists specialized in image processing and statistical data analysis, integrated in one of the top French brain research centers, NeuroSpin (http://i2bm.cea.fr/dsv/i2bm/Pages/NeuroSpin.aspx), south of Paris. We work mostly in Python. The team includes core contributors to the scikit-learn project (http://scikit-learn.org), for machine learning in Python, and the nilearn project (http://nilearn.github.io), for statistical learning in NeuroImaging. In addition, the post-doc will interact closely with researchers from the Child Mind Institute (http://www.childmind.org), with deep expertise in brain pathologies and in the details of the fMRI acquisitions. Finally, he or she will have access to advanced storage and grid computing facilities at INRIA. **Contact**: gael.varoquaux(a)inria.fr, bertrand.thirion(a)inria.fr **Application**: Interested candidate should send CV and motivation letter -- Gael Varoquaux Researcher, INRIA Parietal NeuroSpin/CEA Saclay , Bat 145, 91191 Gif-sur-Yvette France Phone: ++ 33-1-69-08-79-68 http://gael-varoquaux.info http://twitter.com/GaelVaroquaux ============================================================================== A position of postdoctoral fellow is open immediately in Dr. C.-S. Ray Li’s laboratory at the Department of Psychiatry, Yale University. The position is supported by a T32 grant (PI: Graeme Mason) funded by the NIDA. Candidates should be a US citizen or permanent resident to be eligible. Candidates should have a degree of MD and/or PhD in psychology, neuroscience, engineering or a related discipline. Excellent writing skill and knowledge in systems/cognitive neuroscience as well as experience in Matlab programming and imaging data analysis is highly desirable. Responsibility includes routine execution of MR studies and imaging data analysis, and publication of research results. Candidates are also expected to assist staff in all aspects of research activities and to propose new lines of research. Through the T32 training grant, candidates will have opportunities to participate in wide array of imaging research at Yale Magnetic Resonance Research Center: http://mrrc.yale.edu/education/grants/ Research in our lab focuses on cognitive and addiction neuroscience. We combine experimental psychology, brain imaging (MRI and PET) and clinical assessments to examine psychological constructs and neural processes of importance to addictive disorders, including alcohol and cocaine misuse. In other studies we employ pharmacological manipulation (e.g., catecholaminergic agents) to examine the neurochemical bases of cognitive control in an imaging setting. Current work is funded by the NIAAA, NIDA and NSF. Salary is commensurate with previous experience. Appointment is for one year initially and renewal upon satisfactory performance review. Please send CV and two letters of reference or address questions to: C.-S. Ray Li at chiang-shan.li(a)yale.edu. https://medicine.yale.edu/psychiatry/people/chiang-shan_li-2.profile ============================================================================== Post-doctoral position to study the neural effects of cognitive behavioral therapy in obsessive-compulsive disorder with fMRI Project title: Neurocircuit mechanisms of OCD across the lifespan A post-doctoral position is available in an NIMH-funded study employing functional magnetic resonance imaging to study brain regions previously implicated in obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD). The study will compare OCD in adolescents near illness onset with adult patients who have suffered OCD over many years and test how cognitive behavioral therapy modulates these networks in adolescents compared to adults. The expected impact of this project is an improved understanding of brain networks relevant for OCD, enabling therapy sensitive to illness stage and appropriate targeting of networks by brain stimulation and/or cognitive training techniques. The ideal candidate will possess a degree in psychology or neuroscience and have already attained experience in fMRI. The position provides the opportunity to join a very active group pursuing mechanistic and translational research in psychiatric disorders (OCD, anxiety, PTSD, psychosis, depression) in adult and pediatric populations. We employ a variety of brain mapping modalities (fMRI, MRS, DTI, ERP), brain stimulation paradigms (TMS, tDCS, DBS) and behavioral interventions (CBT, cognitive training). If interested, please contact: Stephan Taylor, M.D. or Kate Fitzgerald, M.D., University of Michigan Department of Psychiatry, Rachel Upjohn Building, Ann Arbor MI 48109 sftaylor(a)umich.edu; krd(a)umich.edu The University of Michigan is an equal opportunity provider. ============================================================================== Post-doctoral Training in the Cognitive Neuroscience of Aging at the University of Michigan The Computational and Cognitive Neuroscience Lab at the University of Michigan, directed by Dr. Thad Polk, is seeking post-doctoral fellows to work on NIH-funded projects investigating the effects of age on neural representations, using functional MRI (fMRI), magnetic resonance spectroscopy (MRS), and behavioral methods. Post-doctoral fellowships are available starting anytime from April to September 2016 and will be for two years with the possibility of renewal for an additional year. Compensation will be based on standard NIH rates. Candidates should have a Ph.D. in neuroscience, psychology, or a related field. They should also have experience in fMRI or MRS (they will be trained in the other technique during their fellowship), with strong technical skills (e.g. data analysis and/or programming), and a background or strong interest in the cognitive neuroscience of aging. Interested candidates should send a cover letter describing their research background and interests, a CV, and the names of three references to Dr. Thad Polk at tpolk(a)umich.edu. Applications will be considered until the positions are filled. ---------------------------------------------------- Thad A. Polk, Ph.D. Email: tpolk(a)umich.edu Arthur F. Thurnau Professor Phone: (734) 647-6982 Associate Chair, Psychology Fax: (734) 764-3520 University of Michigan Ann Arbor, MI 48109-1109 http://sitemaker.umich.edu/tpolk_lab ============================================================================== I am very pleased to announce that the McConnell Brain Imaging Centre at the MNI/McGill University is recruiting an MRI Physicist at the Assistant Professor level. Please see the attached ad for details. Thank you for circulating the news in your professional network. To learn more about the BIC, visit: http://mcgill.ca/bic. With my very best wishes, Sylvain. Sylvain Baillet, PhD Professor, Neurology, Neurosurgery & Biomedical Engineering Acting Director, McConnell Brain Imaging Centre MNI Killam and FRQS Senior Scholar Montreal Neurological Institute McGill University http://mcgill.ca/bic ============================================================================== The Institute of Psychology (IP), Chinese Academy of Sciences (CAS) warmly invites applications for a full-time faculty position at Assistant or Associate Professor level. The successful applicants would be expected to focus on the computational methods of functional brain imaging, spontaneous brain activity modulation, and their clinical applications in brain disorders (particularly for affective disorders). Candidates will have the opportunity to work in a multidisciplinary setting and interact with a group of functional brain imaging researchers at the Magnetic Resonance Imaging Research Center (MRIRC), IPCAS. The Magnetic Resonance Imaging Research Center (MRIRC) at the IPCAS has the state of the art 3T GE 750 MRI and brain stimulation equipment. The functional brain imaging research group at the MRIRC has particular strength in resting-state fMRI methodology as well as close collaborative resources with psychiatrists. The research group has a wonderful interdisciplinary work environment that greatly encourages collaborations among experts in psychology, neuroscience, computer science, neuroimaging, psychiatry, etc. The IPCAS was established in 1951 in Beijing, and located in a nice area which next to the Olympic Park. Its predecessor was the Institute of Psychology, Academia Sinica, which was founded in 1929. The institute strives to understand the human mind by exploring both the biological and environmental factors underlying the mind and behavior. It also aims to become a world-renowned research center that promotes scientific innovation and socioeconomic development. Candidates should hold a Ph.D. degree in cognitive neuroscience, computational neuroscience, neuroimaging, machine learning, neuropsychiatric disorders, psychology or related fields, with an excellent record of research productivity. The deadline for initial evaluation of applications is January 5, 2016 but applications will be accepted until positions are filled. Interested applicants should send a cover letter, CV, statement of research interest, as well as the names and emails of two references to Dr. Chao-Gan Yan (yancg(a)psych.ac.cn). -- Chao-Gan YAN, Ph.D. Principal Investigator Institute of Psychology, Chinese Academy of Sciences 16 Lincui Road, Chaoyang District, Beijing 100101, China - Initiator DPARSF, DPABI, PRN and The R-fMRI Network (RFMRI.ORG) http://rfmri.org/yan http://scholar.google.com/citations?user=lJQ9B58AAAAJ ============================================================================== The NIMH is starting up a Machine Learning core facility and needs a director. Apply now! Title 42 Staff Scientist / Director Machine Learning Core National Institute of Mental Health, National Institutes of Health Department of Health and Human Services, Bethesda, MD The National Institute of Mental Health (NIMH), a major research component of the National Institutes of Health (NIH), and the Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS), is seeking exceptional candidates for the Director position in the Division of Intramural Research Programs (DIRP) of the newly created Machine Learning Core (MLC). The NIMH DIRP represents one of the largest concentrations of neuroimaging researchers in the world with experts in cognitive neuroscience, mental health, neurological disorders, functional MRI methods and technology, DTI, high field imaging, parallel imaging, spectroscopy, and molecular imaging, among others. The NIH also hosts a world class high performance computing cluster with 20,000+ computing nodes and over a petabyte of storage (http://hpc.nih.gov <http://hpc.nih.gov/>). The new Machine Learning Core will be responsible for developing, facilitating, and supporting machine learning approaches to analyzing human neuroimaging data collected within the NIMH IRP as well as the currently growing number of functional and anatomic imaging databases worldwide. The MLC will also be responsible for assisting investigators in their own research for the search for biomarkers to help diagnose mental health and neurologic disorders in individual subjects. Lastly, MLC will provide extensive education and outreach efforts to help NIMH IRP investigators learn more about machine learning approaches and effectively collaborate with machine learning experts. Candidates must have a Ph.D. in a STEM discipline, post doctoral experience in machine learning approaches, and a passion for applying computational analysis to imaging data towards the goal of deriving biomarkers. Skill and experience in fMRI and MRI acquisition and analysis methods will be considered very favorably. The director’s role will include hiring and supervising junior machine learning specialists, maintain the core’s budget, managing an educational series focused on machine learning for NIMH IRP staff, developing novel and generally useful machine learning approaches, and providing support to investigators in machine learning analyses. Salary will be commensurate with education and experience. Application deadline is March 1, 2016. Applicants should send curriculum vitae and three letters of recommendation to: Peter A. Bandettini, Ph.D. MLCORE-JOBSEARCH(a)mail.nih.gov bandettini(a)nih.gov Building 10, Room 1D80 10 Center Drive Bethesda, MD 20892-1148, 301-402-1333 TTY: MD Relay Operator at 1-800-735-2258. The National Institutes of Health is an equal opportunity employer. http://bit.ly/Machine_Learning_Core_Director ============================================================================== Timone Medical School Campus, Aix-Marseille Université Aix-Marseille Université launches an international call for neuroscience researchers who wish to establish independent research groups in the cutting edge environment of the Timone Medical School campus, Marseille (France). This call is part of the Timone Neuroscience initiative supported by Aix-Marseille Université with the ambition to build an international campus of excellence for basic, computational and clinical neurosciences. With this initiative, the research facilities dedicated to Neuroscience will be extended by an additional 6500m2 funded by the PACA Regional Government and fully supported by Aix-Marseille Université, CNRS and INSERM. The Medical School campus is located in the center of Marseille, next to the largest University Hospital (CHU Timone). The Timone campus already hosts two leading research institutes in neuroscience, the Institut de Neurosciences de la Timone (INT, UMR7289, CNRS & AMU, Director Guillaume Masson) and the Institut de Neurosciences des Systèmes (INS, UMR1106, INSERM & AMU, Director Viktor Jirsa). Successful candidates will join either INT or INS depending on their research interests and will develop their scientific projects in coherence with the respective institute themes. INT emphasizes integrative and clinical neurosciences from cellular to cognitive levels, including cellular and molecular neurobiology, neurophysiology, brain imaging, behavioral neurosciences and primatology; INS emphasizes a multidisciplinary approach to brain dynamics and system neuroscience integrating cognitive, clinical, theoretical and computational neuroscience. Both institutes comprise a total of 15 research teams and have several core facilities for animal and human research, neurobiology and neurophysiology, high-performance computing (The Virtual Brain), as well as pre-clinical and clinical imaging (photonic imaging, 3T MRI, sEEG/EEG, MEG). The following research themes are strongly supported in this call: Functional brain imaging of cognitive dynamics in human and/or non-human primates Theoretical, computational and experimental exploration of cognitive architectures Sensory and/or motor systems, from molecular to behavioral levels In vivo/in vitro functional exploration of cortical or sub-cortical networks Computational neurosciences, from cellular, micro-circuits to large-scale network architectures Modeling neurological and/or psychiatric diseases with pre-clinical or clinical approaches Candidates should be dynamic investigators with an excellent track record, with or without an existing research group. They must have a strong potential to independently develop innovative research programs and be keen to drive ambitious collaborations within INT and INS and beyond, ideally through collaborations with clinical units of the Marseille University Hospital. Biologists and clinicians, as well as scientists with a strong training in cognitive psychology, physics, mathematics, and/or computational sciences, addressing fundamental questions in neuroscience are strongly encouraged to apply. Selection of applications will be based on scientific quality and evaluated by an International Scientific Board. Appropriate laboratory space, depending on group size and seniority, will be made available to the selected group leaders. A competitive start-up package, including contributions to running costs and equipment, access to state-of-the-art core facilities and administrative support, will be complemented by institutional salaries, provided the candidate meets the criteria to compete for national (ANR, FRM..) and international (ERC) research funding and for French institutional research and/or teaching positions (CNRS, Inserm, University, Chair of Excellence, ATIP/Avenir Program). Interested candidates should submit a complete CV, a description of their research interests (achievements and project, max 3 pages) and 3 support letters. More information and application documents can be found at http://www.int.univ-amu.fr/INT-and-INS-call-2016 and http://ins.univ-amu.fr/call-for-research-teams-in-neurosciences/ Please send inquiries and application to: int-direction[no_spam]univ-amu.fr Deadline: February 29th, 2016 New groups will join either INT or INS and will be established in 2016-2017 More information about the Institut de Neurosciences de la Timone (INT) and Institut de Neurosciences des Systèmes (INS) can be found at http://www.int.univ-amu.fr and http://ins.univ-amu.fr =======================

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Fwd: FW: Graph theory analysis in R
by Gary Green 15 Dec '15

15 Dec '15

The following may be of interest to users. I will organise a Thursday evening ynic seminar in the new year to discuss its use and alternative packages Gary -------- Forwarded Message -------- Subject: FW: Graph theory analysis in R Date: Mon, 14 Dec 2015 19:01:40 +0000 From: Watson, Christopher <Christopher.Watson(a)CHILDRENS.HARVARD.EDU> Reply-To: FSL - FMRIB's Software Library <FSL(a)JISCMAIL.AC.UK> To: FSL(a)JISCMAIL.AC.UK Dear FSL users, (apologies for cross-post) I am pleased to announce the release of an R package I created, called "brainGraph", for performing graph theory analyses of brain MRI data. You can use it for cortical thickness, volume, surface area, or LGI. It can also be used for tractography data (I have code that works with the outputs of FSL's "probtrackx2"), and it should work for resting-state fMRI as well. It is very heavily dependent on the fantastic R package "igraph" (see http://igraph.org/redirect.html). I created a GUI for quick and easy data exploration, but it isn't quite as polished as others out there (e.g., BrainNet Viewer). For usage, please see the User Guide I put together (direct PDF link: https://www.dropbox.com/s/j831n3q9muyz1go/brainGraph_UserGuide.pdf?dl=0 ). You will find some code for getting your data into R, and I have documented many analysis steps and include multiple figures. I hope this is intuitive for both veteran and novice R users. Additionally, there are System Requirements, Installation instructions, and links for help learning R. Some features that should be of interest include: * bootstrapping & permutation testing * random graph generation, small-worldness, and global/local/nodal efficiency * rich-club calculations * robustness ("targeted attack" or "random failure") & vulnerability: PDF of figure (PNG: https://www.dropbox.com/s/k14gdg1lomhh4l2/failPlot-1.pdf?dl=0) * Plotting GUI - full GUI (PNG): https://www.dropbox.com/s/e0hdng7flrxsgd2/brainGraph_GUI.png?dl=0 * Plotting GUI - union of vertex neighborhoods (PNG): https://www.dropbox.com/s/aag5cn1p1z9xzxr/brainGraph_GUI_neighborhoods.png?… * Plotting GUI - community (module) plots (PNG): https://www.dropbox.com/s/8zzpd5j268qstmg/brainGraph_GUI_communities.png?dl… You can install it directly in R by typing: install.packages('brainGraph') My Github page for the package (https://github.com/cwatson/brainGraph) contains the development version, and you can install that by typing: devtools::install_github('cwatson/brainGraph') Please see the NEWS.md file (https://github.com/cwatson/brainGraph/blob/master/NEWS.md) for updates made since the CRAN submission. To work properly on Windows, you may need to install the devel version. This is still a work-in-progress, so I am very happy to receive bug reports, feature requests, general coding help questions, (constructive) criticism, etc. Please join the Google Group that I set up for those purposes: https://groups.google.com/forum/?hl=en#!forum/brainGraph-help Chris Watson

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Internet connectivity
by Paul Elliott 08 Dec '15

08 Dec '15

Hi all, The UK academic network (JANET) is currently experiencing major issues due to a large scale distributed denial of service attack. Although this does not affect services on-site at YNiC it does affect users on-site trying to access services off-site and users off-site trying to access YNiC services on-site (such as VPN, remote desktop, wiki etc). Jisc (who maintain JANET) are publishing occasional updates to their twitter feed here: https://twitter.com/jiscmi Unfortunately they have no ETA on a resolution at this time. Thanks, Paul. -- Paul Elliott, UNIX Systems Administrator York Neuroimaging Centre (YNiC), University of York

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School Visit to YNiC Wednesday 9 December
by Tim Andrews 08 Dec '15

08 Dec '15

Dear All, We are hosting a visit from a local school at YNiC from 4-5pm tomorrow (Wednesday). We are expecting about 25 6th form students. If you are working in YNiC open plan at that time, we would be grateful if you could use the computers furthest from the projector. Please let me know if you have any questions. Many thanks, Tim -- 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/

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phds, postdocs and faculty positions
by Gary Green 06 Dec '15

06 Dec '15

PhD positions are available at the Functional and Molecular Neuroimaging Laboratory, Queensland Brain Institute, University of Queensland, Brisbane, Australia. The focus of the lab is to understand the relationship between functional network and the molecular pathology in the brain. We are developing advanced in vivo imaging techniques (MRI/MRS, PET and optical imaging) to track the structural, functional and molecular changes longitudinally in transgenic mice that express specific disease-related mutations. Correlations can then be drawn between animal behaviour, neuropathology, neurotransmission and the neural network. There is currently an opportunity for highly motivated PhD students to join this collaborative project. The student will learn and refine in vivo functional imaging in rodents to understand how neurotransmission and functional connectome are disrupted in the disease progression. QBI has state-of-the-art core facilities for electrophysiology, super resolution microscopy, flow cytometry, molecular genetics, histochemistry and cognitive testing. Access is also available to an state-of-the-art imaging facility, the Centre for Advanced Imaging, equipped with 16.4T MRI, 9.4T MRI with cryoprobe, 7T MR-PET and microPET/CT for small animal imaging, and Siemens 7T, Siemens 3T Trio, PET/CT, and a cyclotron for human imaging. For more detail, please see: http://jobs.uq.edu.au/caw/en/job/497609/phd-position-in-imaging-disease-con… For inquiry, please email to:k.chuang@uq.edu.au — Kai-Hsiang Chuang, PhD Associate Professor Queensland Brain Institute and Centre for Advanced Imaging University of Queensland, St Lucia, QLD, Australia ============================ PhD Opportunities at IMPRS NeuroCom The International Max Planck Research School on Neuroscience of Communication (IMPRS NeuroCom) (http://imprs-neurocom.mpg.de/main.html) now offers several positions for excellent students holding a Master´s degree (or equivalent) to perform research resulting in a PhD. IMPRS NeuroCom is based at the Max Planck Institute for Human Cognitive and Brain Sciences, Leipzig, and the University of Leipzig, and also involves the Max Planck Institute for Evolutionary Anthropology, Leipzig, and the Institute of Cognitive Neuroscience at University College London, UK. Deadline for the next round of open applications is January 4th, 2016. The interviews are expected to take place in March/April 2016. The programme will start in Autumn 2016. 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 holding a very good Master's degree (or equivalent) in a wide spectrum of potential disciplines such as cognitive neuroscience, psychology, medicine, neurobiology, linguistics, computer science, engineering, mathematics, physics, biochemistry, or related fields, awarded by an internationally recognized university-level institution. Research experience is essential for successful candidates. 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. PhD students of the IMPRS NeuroCom will receive funding based on the guidelines of the Max Planck Society. There are no tuition fees. Enrollment at the University of Leipzig is optional for German students and mandatory for international students. The enrollment fee is approximately €190 per semester. Please find more information about the research school and PhD programme at:http://imprs-neurocom.mpg.de/main.html and seehttp://imprs-neurocom.mpg.de/applications for details and usehttps://s-lotus.gwdg.de/mpg/mlnp/imprs_neurocom_2016.nsf/registration for your application. For further information please contact Dr. Veronika Krieghoff:vkrieghoff@cbs.mpg.de -- Dr. Veronika Krieghoff IMPRS Coordinator and Coordinator of the International Office Max Planck Institute for Human Cognitive and Brain Sciences Stephanstrasse 1A 04103 Leipzig, Germany Phone: +49 341 - 9940 2261 IMPRS: http://imprs-neurocom.mpg.de/main.html ============================ We seek outstanding applicants whose research interests lie at the intersection of marketing, psychology, economics, and neuroscience and who are interested in studying the brain mechanisms that underlie judgement and decision-making. Particular interests of our group are the neural underpinnings of persuasive messaging, social influences on (consumer) choices, emotion regulation and self-control, and the role of neurotransmitters and hormones in such decisions. For the current project we are particularly looking for applicants who have experience with innovative fMRI methods, most notably multi-voxel pattern analysis (MVPA), and who would be interested in applying these techniques to predict real-world consumer choices. Candidates with a less technical focus and a more general interest in how neuroscience can inform consumer decision-making are also invited to apply. Topic We seek to predict consumer choice from neural activity in response to products, brands and advertising. In particular, we focus on linking neural measures to real market choice data. We will systematically compare the predictive validity of these brain markers to benchmarks from conventional marketing research and psychophysiological methods. In general, candidates have a large say in the precise focus of their project Approach The preferred methodology is fMRI, in particular applying innovative techniques such as multi-voxel pattern analysis (MVPA) and representational similarity analysis (RSA), as well as neural reliability (inter-subject correlations in neural activity). Multivariate pattern classification techniques have recently been applied to map discrete emotions which potentially would enable classifying stimuli such as brands and commercials into multidimensional affective space. Experience with and interest in applying these advanced techniques is a definite plus. In addition to fMRI, we use EEG, facial coding, eye-tracking and behavioural measures in our research. Experience with at least one of these methods is required. About our Center The PhD student will be a member of The Erasmus Center for Neuroeconomics (ECN), which is hosted by the Marketing Department of the Rotterdam School of Management, Erasmus University. This position will be jointly supervised by Prof. Ale Smidts and Dr. Maarten Boksem. The Erasmus Center for Neuroeconomics is dedicated to conducting cutting-edge interdisciplinary research in decision neuroscience, and hosts the Erasmus Behavioural Lab which provides an excellent infrastructure for conducting behavioural, EEG/ERP, eye-tracking, facial coding and hormone-administration experiments. In addition, the Center has access to multiple MRI scanners located the Erasmus Medical Center. The Department of Marketing is home of leading researchers in consumer behaviour and judgment and decision making, and experts in marketing modelling and data science. For more info please visit bit.ly/1IuhCYP <http://bit.ly/1IuhCYP> Maarten Boksem Associate Professor***|* Erasmus University *|*Rotterdam School of Management Visit: Mandeville Building *|* Room T10-09* | *Burgemeester Oudlaan 50 *|* 3062 PA Rotterdam* |* +31(0)104081471 Mail: PO Box 1738 | 3000 DR Rotterdam | The Netherlands Home <http://www.boksem.nl> | Lab <http://www.erim.nl/neuroeconomics> | ERIM <http://www.erim.eur.nl/people/maarten-boksem/> | RSM <http://www.rsm.nl/people/maarten-boksem/> | Discovery <http://discovery.rsm.nl/marketing/article/176-can-brain-responses-to-movie-…> | RG <http://www.researchgate.net/profile/Maarten_Boksem> | Scholar <https://scholar.google.nl/citations?user=12Pq_v8AAAAJ&hl=en> | LinkedIn <https://nl.linkedin.com/pub/maarten-boksem/54/290/761> ==================== We are looking for an excellent MR-physicist for the University Hospital in Linköping. Please se details in http://www.ingenjorsjobb.se/ledigt-jobb/linkoping/company/region-ostergotla… 73, Peter Peter Lundberg, PhD, Professor University of Linköping and University Hospital of Linköping / Radiation Physics and CMIV Postal address: Peter Lundberg Radiation Physics University Hospital of Linköping S-581 85 Linköping, Sweden Mail peter.lundberg(a)liu.se <mailto:peter.lundberg@liu.se> Ph +46-(0)10 - 103 2790 ======================== A 3-years doctoral position (60% TVL E13) is available from January 2016 in the research group of Stefan Klöppel at the Freiburg Brain Imaging Center (FBI, <http://www.uniklinik-freiburg.de/fbi/live/index_en.html>http://www.uniklinik-freiburg.de/fbi/live/index_en.html) in Germany. The candidate can obtain a PhD in the field of Psychology, Medicine or Biology. The candidate will apply non-invasive brain stimulation techniques (e.g. tDCS and TMS) in combination with MR-imaging to patients in different stages of neurodegenerative disorders such as Alzheimer’s disease. The project aims to improve cognitive functioning through cognitive training, etc. Imaging and TMS will contribute to a detailed characterisation of individual patients to motivate tailored interventions. We offer The FBI integrates the efforts in neuroscience research of the departments of Psychiatry/Psychotherapy, Neurology, Neuroradiology and Neurosurgery. The research group is closely collaborating with the Department for Pattern recognition methods (<http://lmb.informatik.uni-freiburg.de/index.en.html>http://lmb.informatik.uni-freiburg.de/index.en.html), the local memory clinic (<https://www.uniklinik-freiburg.de/zggf-en.html>https://www.uniklinik-freiburg.de/zggf-en.html) and the Cluster of Excellence (<http://www.brainlinks-braintools.uni-freiburg.de/>http://www.brainlinks-braintools.uni-freiburg.de/). The project offers a wide range of research opportunities, closely linked with clinical demands. We require Applicants must hold a master degree or equivalent in medicine, psychology or a related field. Experience with tDCS and TMS is advantageous but not required. Candidates should be motivated to acquire basic programming skills (e.g. Matlab). Disabled applicants are preferred if qualification is equal. As the University of Freiburg intends to increase the proportion of female employees in science, women are particularly encouraged to apply. Please send applications to PD Dr. Stefan Klöppel (stefan.kloeppel(a)uniklinik-freiburg.de) Informal enquiries may call +49 761 270 52960 or the email address given above. <https://www.uniklinik-freiburg.de/fbi/research-groups/ag-kloeppel.html>https://www.uniklinik-freiburg.de/fbi/research-groups/ag-kloeppel.html ====================== One postdoctoral position is available within the Laboratory of Psychiatric Neuroimaging (LIM21) (www.neuroimagem.org.br/ <http://www.neuroimagem.org.br/>)at the University of São Paulo Medical School, Brazil, directed by Geraldo F. Busatto, Ph.D. ** Candidates should send a message to neuroimagem.ipq(a)hc.fm.usp.br <mailto:neuroimagem.ipq@hc.fm.usp.br> with his/her CV and a letter of support. Deadline: 13 Dec 2015 ** *JOB DESCRIPTION* We are looking for a full-time researcher with previous experience in the use of software for the analysis of neuroimaging data. This post-doctoral fellow will be requested to work mainly with data acquired using resting-state functional magnetic resonance imaging methods (rs-fMRI) to evaluate patterns of functional connectivity in the brain. In our project, funded by the /FUNDAÇÃO DE AMPARO À PESQUISA DO ESTADO DE SÃO PAULO, BRAZIL/ (FAPESP), such brain imaging data is being acquired in groups of cognitively-intact elderly individuals, patients with Alzheimer´s disease (AD), and patients with mild cognitive impairment (MCI). Pre-processing steps will be carried out using the software Analysis of Functional NeuroImages (AFNI), while the actual processing of data will be conducted using Matlab-based programs. The work will also involve use of software to evaluate the diagnostic accuracy to distinguish between AD, MCI and healthy elderlies, generating multivariate classifiers based on machine-learning methods (support vector machine). With such strategy, we aim to identify which are the functional connectivity characteristics in the brain that are most critical for the progression from normal cognition to MCI and then to AD. The post-doctoral fellow should have knowledge about the acquisition and analysis of fMRI data and other neuroimaging modalities. We aim to bring an individual with abilities to carry out, independently, analyses and organization of computational brain imaging data, interaction with other researchers involved in the same project, and participating in the writing up of scientific papers. These characteristics are expected to boost the scientific productivity from the funded project, both quantitatively and qualitatively. The professional will also have the opportunity to interact with scientists who are at the forefront of technologies for amyloid imaging in the brain, and data will be combined with fMRI analyses in the same elderly subjects evaluated with those two imaging technologies. The post-doctoral fellow will have the opportunity to practice abilities in analysing data of a challenging scientifc project, and he/she will be expected to establish and use optimized processing pipelines for the analysis of rs-fMRI data and other neuroimaging modalities. *Requirements* - Completed PhD in areas related to computer sciences, neuroscience, neurology or psychiatry - Research interest and brain imaging applied to research studies of brain aging - Previous experience in the usage of processing and statistical analysis methods for research studies applied to magnetic resonance imaging studies of the brain. best regard *Laboratory of Psychiatric Neuroimaging - HCFMUSP ============================ * There is an opportunity for international student to apply for a postdoctoral fellowship at University of British Columbia affiliated hospital: http://www.cfri-training.ca/funding/cfri-funding/postdoctoral-fellowships CFRI M.I.N.D Postdoctoral Fellowships - For postdoctoral fellows whose supervisor is a member of the M.I.N.D theme and whose long term research outcomes and goals address one or more of the theme’s core areas of interest: 1) visualizing the brain using advanced neuroimaging, 2) mental health and behaviours in infants, children and youth 3) early diagnosis interventions and therapeutics for neurodevelopmental disorders. $50,000/year Application Process To apply download the 'CFRI Studentships & Fellowships - Guidelines & Application Form' and submit the completed application toreseduc(a)cfri.ca by December 1, 2015. The applicant would work in the CNoS lab, directed by Todd Woodward. All the best, Todd Woodward -- Todd S. Woodward, Ph.D. Cognitive Neuroscience of Schizophrenia Lab (CNoS) http://www.cfri.ca/our-research/researchers/results/Details/todd-woodward http://www.cnoslab.com/donate.html 604-875-2000 x4724 ***** Associate Professor Department of Psychiatry University of British Columbia BC Mental Health and Addiction Research Institute Vancouver, Canada ======================== Applications are invited for a postdoctoral researcher who will be in charge of a study on the representation of gustatory stimuli in the context of visual perception of food and other cues, as well as their hedonic and motivational potential. The study combines standard fMRI acquisition procedures with custom gustatory stimulation sequences. The project will be executed as a collaboration of the departments of Biological Psychology (T. Noesselt) and Psychoinformatics (M. Hanke), Institute of Psychology at the University of Magdeburg. It is embedded in the DFG-funded collaborative research center on the "Neurobiology of Motivated Behavior" (SFB 779;http://www.sfb779.de/en/index.html). The position is 100% FTE (E13 TV-L, with all benefits) and available for two years, with the possibility to be extended ed for an additional two-year period. This position offers an excellent opportunity to acquire expertise for a wide range topics. This includes versatile fMRI data acquisition techniques, analysis (statistical parametric mapping, pattern classification), and experimental algorithms (e.g. functional inter-subject alignment). Magdeburg, one of Germany's leading imaging facilities, offers a rich research landscape. Institutions, such as the Otto-von-Guericke- University, the Leibniz-Institute for Neurobiology, and the German Center for Neuro-Degenerative Diseases, contribute comprehensive infrastructure for brain imaging research, such as a multitude of research-dedicated MRI-scanners (Siemens 7 Tesla, fMRI-PET, Siemens Trio, Verio, Skyra und Philips Achieva). The close collaboration of research groups in Magdeburg offers many opportunities for interactions within the SFB779. The Institute of Psychology operates its own compute cluster for data analysis. Requirements: - Master degree (or Diploma, or an equivalent degree)_and_ PhD in psychology, neuroscience, or a related field of science - good publication record - English language skills - experience in planning, executing, and analysis of fMRI studies - profound knowledge of (at least) one of the programming languages Python or Matlab – as well as the ability to demonstrate this knowledge in practice - experience with scientific Python packages (e.g. SciPy, sklearn, Nipype, PyMVPA), and with the application of multivariate and machine learning algorithms is advantageous - experience with gustatory stimulation is desirable The University of Magdeburg is an equal opportunity employer. For more information, please see the official job posting: http://www.ovgu.de/unimagdeburg_media/Stellenausschreibungen/2015/Wissensch… (German only) or contact: Michael Hanke tel.: +49 391 67-18481 email:michael.hanke@ovgu.de www:http://www.psychoinformatics.de Interested candidates should send their applications including CV with transcripts or degree certificates, publication list, and a brief statement of research interests in a single file to: bewerbung(a)ovgu.de (cc:michael.hanke@ovgu.de) Reference: 263/2015 Application deadline is Dec 18 2015. ================================ The Center for Investigating Healthy Minds (CIHM) at the University of Wisconsin-Madison seeks an accomplished scientist with a strong record of academic achievement and scientific leadership. Commitment to and enthusiasm for an interdisciplinary approach to contemplative, affective and social neuroscience. Candidates with a developmental focus are especially encouraged to apply. This position will provide oversight and direction to CIHM's contemplative, affective and social neuroscience research operations. The Scientist will work in partnership with Dr. Richard Davidson and his collaborative leadership team in three key areas: strategic planning and setting research direction, ensuring the research conducted is at the highest quality level and providing high-level project oversight to ensure the research is conducted as efficiently as possible. *Well-qualified candidates will have the following /required/ experience:* - PhD. A degree in psychology, neuroscience or a related discipline is preferred. - A minimum of 3 years' of post-doctoral experience in a research setting. - A demonstrated ability for strategic thinking and a methodical approach to the implementation of neuroimaging research. - Experience with at least one of the following neuroimaging analysis methodologies and/or software packages: BOLD GLM, multivariate modeling, functional connectivity, VBM, FSL, SPM, and Freesurfer. *Well-qualified candidates will have the following /preferred/ experience:* - A record of serving as Principal Investigator (PI) or co-investigator on extramurally supported research fellowships and/or projects. - Competency in and experience with at least several of the key methodologies: structural MRI, fMRI, EEG, psychophysiology, neuroendocrine, immune, genetic, and epigenetic measures. - Competency in at least one of the following: R, SPSS, MATLAB and/or Python. - Experience with writing grant proposals and budget preparation. - Experience providing team leadership in a scientific environment. - Self-motivated and have excellent organizational, interpersonal, writing and communication skills. *Additional Information:* Salary is negotiable and commensurate with skills and experience. Please see the attached PDF or visit our website for more detailed information about the job duties: http://www.investigatinghealthyminds.org/cihmEmployment.html#employmentOpp *Application Procedures:* To apply, please submit a cover letter and resume highlighting your relevant experience to Brittany.Thomson(a)wisc.edu <mailto:Brittany.Thomson@wisc.edu> by 12/23/15, or apply through UW-Madison’s JobApply website at https://www.ohr.wisc.edu/Weblisting/External/PVLSummaryApply.aspx?pvl_num=8… Thank you! -- Brittany Thomson -- Davidson Admin Team T-229 /(608) 890-0143 <tel:%20%28608%29%20890-0143> Waisman Laboratory for Brain Imaging & Behavior Center for Investigating Healthy Minds ==================== Human Magnetic Resonance Center Director - The College of Natural Sciences & Institute for Applied Life Sciences, University of Massachusetts Amherst POSITION: The Human Magnetic Resonance (MR) Center at the University of Massachusetts Amherst is scheduled to open in April 2016. As part of the $95 million investment of the University and the Commonwealth into the new Institute of Applied Life Sciences (http://www.umass.edu/ials/), the Center will house a state-of-the-art Siemens Skyra 3T magnetic resonance system. We invite applications for a tenured position in a Department in the College of Natural Sciences from Ph.D.-level scientists at the rank of ASSOCIATE PROFESSOR or PROFESSOR to serve as director for this new MR Center. The new hire will collaborate with IALS faculty and industry scientists, and provide essential training for the next generation of scientists. IALS and the UMass Amherst campus are committed to the development of translational research programs and to fostering interactions with industry. IALS will fill a number of faculty positions at both senior and junior level over the next two years. IALS has recently made major investments in campus infrastructure and core facilities (see http://www.umass.edu/ials/core-facilitiesfor more details) and is also partnering with the Massachusetts Green High Performance Computing Center (see http://www.mghpcc.org/). STARTING DATE: September 1, 2016 QUALIFICATIONS: The successful candidate should have a PhD in Neuroscience, Psychology, Physics, Biology or related field. RESPONSIBILITIES: As a faculty member with a home in one of the departments in the College of Natural Sciences, the director will lead his or her own research lab and related student training. The director is expected to lead the MR Center in all its functions and to carry out his or her own neuroimaging research, with approximately 50% time dedicated to each of these activities. The director will build and lead a highly productive center and support the development of MR research of new and existing faculty and industry users. The director will also oversee center staff including physicists and technicians. REQUIREMENTS: Preference will be given to a candidate with demonstrated leadership and extensive experience and involvement in a successful MR center. We seek relevant expertise in areas such as: anatomical or functional neuroimaging; development of new neuroimaging methodologies; or neuroimaging of cognition. Successful candidates will have a strong track record of research publications and federal funding focused on the development or use of state-of-the-art magnetic resonance techniques and approaches for the study of human brain structure and function. Department, School, Institute, University and Community: The University of Massachusetts Amherst (http://www.umass.edu), the flagship campus of the University of Massachusetts system, is a nationally ranked public research university and home to over 22,000 undergraduate and 6,000 graduate students. The 1,430 acre campus is located in the scenic Pioneer valley of western Massachusetts, 90 miles from Boston and 175 miles from New York City. The University of Massachusetts Amherst, along with Amherst College, Hampshire College, Mount Holyoke College, and Smith College, is a member of the Five College Consortium and the Academic Career network. The region boasts a rural setting with easy access to Boston, Hartford, and New York City. Amherst is nestled between the Berkshire Mountains, Holyoke Range and Pelham Hills providing many recreational opportunities. APPLICATION PROCESS: IALS and CNS are strongly committed to increasing the diversity of the faculty, student body, and curriculum. The search committee will begin reviewing applications on January 6, 2016. The search will continue until the position is filled. Applicants should submit a current CV, research statement, and contact information for three references. These materials should be submitted to: http://umass.interviewexchange.com/jobofferdetails.jsp?JOBID=66077 For questions about the position, contact search committee co-chair, John McCarthy at jmccarthy(a)grad.umass.edu <http://umass.edu> The university is committed to active recruitment of a diverse faculty and student body. The University of Massachusetts Amherst is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer of women, minorities, protected veterans, and individuals with disabilities and encourages applications from these and other protected group members. Because broad diversity is essential to an inclusive climate and critical to the University's goals of achieving excellence in all areas, we will holistically assess the many qualifications of each applicant and favorably consider an individual's record working with students and colleagues with broadly diverse perspectives, experiences, and backgrounds in educational, research or other work activities. We will also favorably consider experience overcoming or helping others overcome barriers to an academic degree and career. -- 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 <mailto:jkurland@comdis.umass.edu> ================== * *

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YNiC Seminar 3rd Dec - Another project presentation
by Sarah Finch 02 Dec '15

02 Dec '15

There will be a further project presentation tomorrow. David Pitcher and Alex Benjamin will be giving a joint presentation on their similar projects which are entitled: David - "Understanding the role of cortical areas in face perception using fMRI and TMS" Alex - "Understanding the role of cortical areas in human motion perception using fMRI and TMS" Many thanks Sarah Sarah Finch | PA to Gary Green, Director York Neuroimaging Centre | The Biocentre | York Science Park | Heslington | York | YO10 5NY 01904 435329 Working hours are Tues 8.15 -14.45, Weds 8.15-17.15, Thurs 9.30-17.30 and Fri 8.15-14.45 -------- Forwarded Message -------- Subject: YNiC Seminar 3rd Dec Date: Tue, 01 Dec 2015 14:22:04 +0000 From: Sarah Finch <sarah.finch(a)ynic.york.ac.uk> To: staff(a)ynic.york.ac.uk Hi all, A reminder that the Daniel Baker will be giving a project presentation at the YNiC seminar this Thursday at 4pm entitled: *"Neuroimaging of binocular function in human amblyopia" *The seminar will take place at 4pm in B020, all are welcome and refreshments will be available afterwards.* *Many thanks* * -- Sarah Finch | PA to Gary Green, Director York Neuroimaging Centre | The Biocentre | York Science Park | Heslington | York | YO10 5NY 01904 435329 Working hours are Tues 8.15 -14.45, Weds 8.15-17.15, Thurs 9.30-17.30 and Fri 8.15-14.45

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YNiC Seminar 3rd December
by Sarah Finch 01 Dec '15

01 Dec '15

Hi all, A reminder that the Daniel Baker will be giving a project presentation at the YNiC seminar this Thursday at 4pm entitled: *"Neuroimaging of binocular function in human amblyopia" *The seminar will take place at 4pm in B020, all are welcome and refreshments will be available afterwards.* *Many thanks* * -- Sarah Finch | PA to Gary Green, Director York Neuroimaging Centre | The Biocentre | York Science Park | Heslington | York | YO10 5NY 01904 435329 Working hours are Tues 8.15 -14.45, Weds 8.15-17.15, Thurs 9.30-17.30 and Fri 8.15-14.45

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Fwd: training
by David Pitcher 01 Dec '15

01 Dec '15

Dear Rec Submissions, Please can Alex Benjamin and myself have permission to be trained as YNIC scanner operators. Thanks and best regards. David. > Begin forwarded message: > > From: Ross Devlin <ross.devlin(a)ynic.york.ac.uk> > Date: 1 December 2015 at 10:16:25 GMT > To: david.pitcher(a)york.ac.uk > Subject: training > > Hi David, > > Process steps required. > > You need to write to Rec Submissions to get approval from Tony Morland > > You both need to attend > > 1) a ynic induction (although I have cancelled the one for this week I could still do one for both of you tomorrow lunctime at around 1pm, takes about an hour, if you wish to do this let me know as we will need to get a fob created for you). > 2) a Level 0 training session (there is one this Friday am) > 3) Level 1 training will be arranged on an ad hoc basis either as part of your own project scanning during normal scanning hours or on other projects providing they are suitable and I can manage it without compromising their scanning time. > > Ross

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Operator Training
by David Pitcher 30 Nov '15

30 Nov '15

Hi Ross, As we discussed after the YNIC seminar last week can myself and my grad student be trained to operate the scanner out of hours? When is the next training session we can attend? Thanks. David.

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MEG UK 2016
by Gary Green 26 Nov '15

26 Nov '15

We are very pleased to announce that registration for MEG UK 2016 is now open https://www.ynic.york.ac.uk/events/meguk Gary -- --------------- 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.uk http://www.york.ac.uk/chym/ https://www.ynic.york.ac.uk/about-us/people/ggrg PA : Sarah Finch tel +44 (0) 1904 435329 fax +44 (0) 1904 435356 Sarah.Finch(a)york.ac.uk

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YNiC Seminar - 3rd December
by Sarah Finch 25 Nov '15

25 Nov '15

Hi all, The YNiC seminar on 3rd December will have a project presentation by Daniel Baker entitled "Neuroimaging of binocular function in human amblyopia". This will be held at 4pm in B020 and there will be refreshments available afterwards. Many thanks -- Sarah Finch | PA to Gary Green, Director York Neuroimaging Centre | The Biocentre | York Science Park | Heslington | York | YO10 5NY 01904 435329 Working hours are Tues 8.15 -14.45, Weds 8.15-17.15, Thurs 9.30-17.30 and Fri 8.15-14.45

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Reminder - PIs meeting 26th November
by Sarah Finch 25 Nov '15

25 Nov '15

Good morning everyone, Just a reminder that the YNiC seminar this week will cover the new operational details for IT and MRI scans within YNiC. We will present the new scheme for managing disk space; plans for improving IT services as a whole; the question of MRI hours; MRI Training for Operators and provide a brief update on the new MRI scanner. Please attend if you are able. 4pm in B020. Many thanks -- Sarah Finch | PA to Gary Green, Director York Neuroimaging Centre | The Biocentre | York Science Park | Heslington | York | YO10 5NY 01904 435329 Working hours are Tues 8.15 -14.45, Weds 8.15-17.15, Thurs 9.30-17.30 and Fri 8.15-14.45

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Bike shed code
by Bruce Keefe 24 Nov '15

24 Nov '15

Hi All, The new code for the bike shed is C139 Best Bruce

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tenured job opportunities
by Gary Green 23 Nov '15

23 Nov '15

The Okinawa Institute of Science and Technology [OIST] Graduate University (http://www.oist.jp) invites applications for a faculty position in neuroscience. OIST emphasizes interdisciplinary research and teaching. Current faculty covers multiple disciplines in biology, chemistry, mathematics and physics; including a strong presence in experimental and theoretical neuroscience. Appointments can be made as Assistant Professor (tenure track), Associate Professor (tenured) or Professor (tenured). This is part of a plan to hire 50 new faculty members by 2023. We seek applicants with outstanding scholarship, creativity, and interdisciplinary interests. Further information and details of the application procedure may be accessed at https://groups.oist.jp/facultypositions Inquiries should be directed to Professor Ken Peach, Dean of Faculty Affairs, faculty-recruiting(a)oist.jp Applications should be made online before 15th November 2015. OIST is a new, English-language graduate university offering a world-class research environment and has an international research community with faculty, students and staff from over 50 countries. Faculty receives research budgets and has access to top of the line equipment. The campus is located on a beautiful, subtropical island in Okinawa, Japan. OIST Graduate University is an equal opportunity educator and employer committed to increasing the diversity of its faculty, students and staff by having proactive policies in place. We provide a family-friendly working environment, including a bilingual child development center on campus. Applications from women and other underrepresented groups are strongly encouraged. See https://groups.oist.jp/ged. ---- Kenji Doya <doya(a)oist.jp> Neural Computation Unit, Okinawa Institute of Science and Technology 1919-1 Tancha, Onna, Okinawa 904-0495, Japan Phone: +81-98-966-8594; Fax: +81-98-966-2891 https://groups.oist.jp/ncu =============================== we have now an open imaging scientist position located in Basel. For more details on the position and to apply please follow the link provided below. http://www.roche.com/careers/jobs/jobsearch/job.htm?id=E-3111270146&locale=… Best wishes, Juergen Dukart -- Juergen Dukart, PhD, Dipl.-Psych. Head of Clinical Imaging Senior scientist / Biomarker Experimental Medicine Leader F. Hoffmann-La Roche Ltd. Bldg/Rm, 74/3W.606.1 Grenazacherstrasse 170, 4070 Basel, Switzerland Tel.: +41 (0)61 68 77091 Mobile: +41 (0)79 707 17 31 ===========================

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post-doc opportunities
by Gary Green 23 Nov '15

23 Nov '15

Job Summary: Postdoctoral Fellow-PhD position available Program Summary: • Interdisciplinary postdoctoral fellowship program in translational aspects of genetics, imaging and psychiatry. Program goals are to create and analyze a large database of psychiatry patients and controls studied with imaging and genetics. • We use multimodal MRI (reward-related task, resting state functional connectivity, DTI, volumetry) to study psychiatric disease. This position is partially funded by The Menninger Clinic, a large psychiatric clinic in Houston, Texas. We have access to a large and varied population of psychiatric patients. Our long term goal is to develop biomarkers of psychiatric illness. Qualifications: • Ph.D. degree in a basic sciences or equivalent, and human brain imaging experience (AFNI, SPM, FSL, etc) is required. To apply for this opportunity please visit https://chk.tbe.taleo.net/chk03/ats/careers/requisition.jsp?org=BCM&cws=1&r… Baylor College of Medicine is an Equal Opportunity, Affirmative Action, and Equal Access Employer =========================== A research-fellow post is available at the Integrative Brain Imaging Center, National Center of Neurology and Psychiatry. We are looking for a candidate with expertise in PET, SPECT, MRI image analysis and with a strong publication record. You are expected to take a lead or co-author role in publishing existing datasets within the lab, as well as acquiring new data, data analysis and novel algorithm development. Your responsibilities will include: Analysis of behavioral and neuroimaging data Presentations at national and international meetings Manuscript preparation for publication Required skills: A doctoral degree and publication record in cognitive science, neuroscience, computer science or related field An independent, target-driven attitude Matlab or Python or C++ programming skills At least 6 month experience of living abroad Background in statistics Experience with FSL, SPM, conn, AFNI, R, SPSS Fluency in English – written and oral Japanese is not necessary, but beneficial About the post: One year contract, extensible up to 3 years Salary is based on a per hour basis: 1 hour = 2510 yen (in case of medical license holder 2800 yen). Additionally, travel allowance and other bonuses are offered. Working hours: up to 31 hours/week Social insurance, unemployment insurance, accident insurance are covered by the Center The dorm room is available for singles To apply, please send the following documents: CV (with picture) List of publications and international conferences attended Summary of major research achievements and future research objectives (up to 400 words) Reference from your direct supervisor or your current workplace (reference should be addressed to the President of National Center of Neurology and Psychiatry) For more details on the Center, please go to: http://www.ncnp.go.jp/ibic/english/index.html Full details can be found here (Japanese only): http://www.ncnp.go.jp/recruit/ Interested parties should email all necessary papers to matsudah(a)ncnp.go.jp 宜しくお願い致します。 Sincerely, Jarek Rokicki, Ph.D. Integrative Brain Imaging Center (IBIC) National Center of Neurology and Psychiatry (NCNP) 4-1-1 Ogawahigashi-chyo, Kodaira, Tokyo 187-8551 Japan TEL: +81-80-6628-5709 ==================================== Postdoctoral Fellow in Multivariate Analysis, Machine Learning and Classification Job description: Computation functional anatomy laboratory at National University of Singapore focuses on the development of medical image analysis methods, including image segmentation, registration approaches, multivariate statistical analysis, machine learning, and classification algorithms. Our group is particularly working on multi-modal magnetic resonance imaging of the brain and derives mathematical/statistical models for characterizing variations of the brain anatomy and function and their associations with clinical phenotypes and/or genetics. We are seeking for research fellows who are interested in developing and employing data mining approaches for understanding high dimensional brain image and/or genetic data. The candidate with experience on high dimensional data or 3D image analysis will be seriously considered. Requirements: · Ph. D on computer vision, statistics, electrical engineering, or biomedical engineering · Good communication and writing skills in English language If you are interested in the jobs listed above, please send your CV to Associate Prof. Anqi QIU Department of Biomedical Engineering National University of Singapore Email: bieqa(a)nus.edu.sg Phone: +(65) 6516 7002 Postdoctoral Fellow Position on Imaging Genetics of Infants Job description: Computation functional anatomy laboratory at National University of Singapore (http://www.bioeng.nus.edu.sg/cfa) focuses on brain and cognition studies using neuroimaging techniques. Our group is leading a large-scale longitudinal neurodevelopmental project from birth onwards in Singapore. The project examines neurocognition using EEG and eye trackers, brain development using diffusion tensor imaging (DTI), resting-state fMRI, and structural MRI, genetic and epigenetic influences on cognition and brain. Thus far, we have collected both functional and anatomical imaging as well as genetic and epigenetic data of 200 newborns and their follow-up at six months. The follow-up scanning at 4, 6, and 8 years will start soon. We are looking for a research fellow who is interested in developing and (or) employing pattern recognition approaches to understand the relationship of the brain with psychopathology in early life and how environmental factors and genetics influence such relationship. Or the candidate is interested in developing spatial-temporal analysis tools for this longitudinal datasets. Requirements: · Ph. D or MD · Neuroimaging Research background is preferable but necessary · Knowledge in multivariate statistical analysis is necessary · Good communication and writing skills in English language If you are interested in the jobs listed above, please send your CV to Associate Prof. Anqi QIU Department of Biomedical Engineering National University of Singapore Email: bieqa(a)nus.edu.sg Phone: +(65) 6516 7002 ============================ Postdoctoral Position in Neuroimaging – Quantitative Neuroimaging Laboratory (QNL), Cognitive Neuroscience Division, Columbia University, NYC Job Summary: QNL invites applications for a full-time postdoctoral position to conduct processing and analyzing of PET and MRI neuroimaging data, as part of multiple research studies on aging and Alzheimer’s disease. Principal Responsibilities: The primary responsibility of this position includes developing novel image processing and statistical analysis methods for reconstruction of brain Beta Amyloid PET images and its accompanying structural MRI and fMRI data from healthy and diseased participants of multiple studies all focusing on aging and Alzheimer’s disease. The QNL is a new research infrastructure housed in the Cognitive Neuroscience Division of the Columbia University Medical Center Neurology Department. The main focus of the QNL is to develop techniques to quantify structural and functional brain images which allow researchers and clinicians to detect brain-based effects that are normally beyond the sensitivity and specificity of commonly-used detection methods in the field. We aim to achieve this goal by utilizing state-of-the-art signal and image processing tools as well as mathematical and statistical method. We are affiliated with Columbia’s Biomedical Engineering Department, Sergevsky Center, and the Taub Institute for Research on Alzheimer’s Disease and the Aging Brain. Required Qualifications: • PhD in Biomedical/Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, Medical Physics, Neuroscience or related disciplines. • Strong background in MRI analysis and related statistical methods for research (SPM, Freesurfer, FSL, AFNI or similar). • Experience with image processing and data analysis. • Strong computer programming skills (e.g., in C/C++, Matlab, R, and especially Python) are highly desirable. • Ability to think independently and work collaboratively. Benefits • Columbia University officers' benefits applies • Starting date: Jan 2015. • The postdoctoral position is scheduled initially for two years (open to renewal). • Salary will depend on experience. Additional Information: To apply, please submit a single PDF file containing the following: 1) Cover letter describing research interests and relevant background; 2) CV with list of publications; 3) The names of three individuals who could provide reference letters. All files or inquiries should be submitted electronically to: academicjobs.columbia.edu/applicants/Central?quickFind=61752 Ray Razlighi Assistant Professor in Neurology Adjunct Assistant Professor in Biomedical Engineering Email: qr2108(a)cumc.columbia.edu ========================= The Pediatric Mood and Anxiety Disorders Program (P-MAP) and the Translational and Molecular Imaging Institute (TMII) at the Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai (ISMMS) are seeking a highly motivated post-doctoral scholar in neuroimaging. The focus of this position will be on analyzing fMRI and/or MRS data. Candidates should have (or nearing completion of) a PhD in neuroscience, psychology, cognitive science, radiology, engineering, or a related field, and should have a strong background in quantitative analysis. Proficiencies with at least one neuroimaging analysis software (e.g. FSL, AFNI, SPM, Freesurfer, Caret, Connectome workbench, etc.) and Unix/Linux environment are expected. Familiarity with Matlab, Python, or R programming language is a plus. The postdoctoral scholar will be mentored jointly by Dr. Vilma Gabbay and Dr. Junqian (Gordon) Xu, with the expectation for him/her to advance both clinical and methodological knowledge through this postdoctoral training. The P-MAP under the direction of Vilma Gabbay, MD, is a unique program in the greater New York metropolitan area dedicated exclusively to the study and treatment of adolescent mood and anxiety disorders, utilizing innovative neuroimaging and immunological methodologies. The neuroimaging program led by Junqian (Gordon) Xu, PhD, has extensive knowledge about the Human Connectome Project (HCP) data acquisition and analysis, and is dedicated to advancing magnetic resonance imaging and spectroscopy techniques. TMII is equipped with cutting-edge Siemens MRI scanners dedicated to research: 3T Skyra (32ch and 16ch head coils) and whole-body actively shielded 7T (32ch Nova head coil). One campus wide supercomputer and one TMII wide center cluster are fully accessible for data analysis and algorithm development. The postdoctoral fellow's primary responsibility is to analyze neuroimaging data from funded research projects. In addition, the mentors are fully committed to fostering the trainee's research independence through first-author manuscript writing and assisting in the PIs' grant applications. The candidate is highly encouraged to pursue his/her own research project through NIH F32 or foundation fellowship applications by the end of the first year. The initial employment is for two-years, with possible extension. Salary will be commensurate with experience and the cost of living in New York City. Subsidized housing close to Mount Sinai campus (upper east side, Manhattan) is available. Please send CV (with 3 references) and statement of interest to Kailyn Bradley, PhD: (kailyn.bradley(a)mssm.edu). Candidates with an early start date will be given priority. ======================== Postdoctoral researcher “Machine learning analysis of neuroimaging data” Job description The University of Amsterdam has a vacancy for a postdoctoral researcher. The aim of the project is to develop deep convolutional neural network (CNN) analysis of neuroimaging data to enable neuroimaging biomarker development. Neuroimaging data consist of thousands of features but the training of convolutional networks is typically hampered by limited samples. You will use large existing datasets for the development of CNN analysis and test the resulting models in smaller samples to develop neuroimaging biomarkers that are predictive of treatment outcome in patients with psychiatric disorders. You will closely collaborate with experts in CNN and computer vision in the deep learning group of Prof. Max Welling (UvA) as well as with experts in neuroimaging and psychiatry in the group of Dr. Guido van Wingen (AMC-UvA). Key objectives include the construction of networks that are invariant to differences in MRI data acquisition, accommodate classification on multiple data modalities, test the networks with supervised and unsupervised problems, and develop software for end-users. This project is funded by a Vidi grant from the Netherlands Organisation for Scientific Research (NWO/ZonMW). Requirements We are looking for a postdoctoral fellow with a (nearly completed) PhD in computer science, artificial intelligence, bioinformatics, mathematics, statistics, engineering, or related discipline. You have a strong background in mathematics, statistics, and (GPU) programming (e.g., Linux, C++, Python, Cuda, Matlab), and have experience with machine learning, pattern analysis, and/or medical image analysis. You have excellent communicative skills in written and spoken English (Dutch is a plus but not required) and are well able to work independently as well as in a team. You have an interest in neuroscience and developing biomedical applications, and as postdoctoral researcher will assist in the supervision of junior researchers. What we offer We offer a challenging multidisciplinary research project for the duration of 2 years with a possible extension. The starting date is preferably around January 2016. Compensation is according to the collective agreement (CAO-UMC), and you will be employed by AMC Medical Research BV. Contact information For more information regarding the position, you can contact dr. Guido van Wingen (G.A.vanWingen(a)amc.uva.nl) and Prof. Max Welling (M.Welling(a)uva.nl). To apply, please provide a motivation letter explaining why you are the right candidate, curriculum vitae, transcript of records including grades, a list of projects you have worked on (with brief descriptions of your contributions, max. 2 pages), and the names and contact information of two academic references. You can only apply online until November 27 via www.amc.nl/vacatures. ======================= The Clinical Neuroscience & Development Laboratory at the Olin Neuropsychiatry Research Center (www.nrc-iol.org/onrc_labs_cnd.asp) is seeking to fill 1 postdoctoral research position to work on a new NIMH-funded project that will use functional magnetic resonance imaging (fMRI) to examine the architecture of neural networks engaged for emotion regulation in typically-developing and depressed adolescents. The postdocs will join a lab whose focus is to study developmental changes in brain structure/function across early adolescence to young adulthood and examine neural network function abnormalities in various early-life psychiatric disorders, including depression, AD/HD, and others. This is a good opportunity for an applicant who has experience in either clinical psychology or computational neuroscience, who has particular interests in developing a career using functional neuroimaging research. Specific postdoctoral duties would vary depending on skills and career development interests, ranging from gaining in depth experience with either the clinical aspects of the project (patient interviewing, clinical data collection, protocol management, and supervision of trained clinical research staff), fMRI data analysis skills (SPM, FSL and functional connectivity analyses of fMRI and structural brain datasets), or both. Applicants should have a Ph.D. in Psychology, Neuroscience, or closely related field, solid understanding of statistical methods and experimental design, and promising clinical research experience. The ideal candidate will come from a doctoral program that has provided a strong theoretical foundation in affective and/or cognitive neuroscience, familiarity or proficiency with fMRI methods, and competitive skills in either the clinical or analytic domains. While data is being collected on this new project, the postdoc also will have access to several large, un-examined archival neuroimaging datasets with an expectation to work on studies consistent with those projects’ objectives. Training will be provided in sophisticated data analysis techniques (i.e., independent component analysis, multi-modal analysis, etc.), and access to the Olin Center’s extensive data collection and analysis resources (e.g., fMRI, sMRI, DTI, EEG, genotyping, neuropsychological assessment). The Olin NRC is a well-established clinical neuroscience center affiliated with Yale University with over 50 faculty, postdocs and research assistants. Our mission is to conduct cutting-edge clinical and cognitive neuroscience research into the causes and treatment of psychiatric disorders. The Olin Center is located on the grounds of The Institute of Living / Hartford Hospital, providing access to thousands of psychiatric patients each year treated in numerous clinical programs. If interested, please send a statement of scientific interests, accomplishments and relevant skills, a CV, and contact information for at least 3 academic references including letters of recommendation if already available to Dr. Michael C. Stevens (Michael.Stevens(a)hhchealth.org), CNDLAB Director, Olin NRC, 200 Retreat Avenue, Hartford, CT 06106. ===================== A group of cognitive neuroscientists in the San Francisco Bay Area is seeking a highly motivated and ambitious postdoctoral fellow to lead a project to develop mobile apps and using these apps in combination with neuroscience tools to perform large-scale trans-disciplinary and multisite research examining cognitive development. The suite of apps will focus on reading, math, and executive function measures for young children. There is a possibility of extending the app to the domains of motivation, empathy and creativity, and to cognitive training. The postdoc must be interested in both theory-driven as well as applied research, and have the ultimate goal of using neuroscience and mobile technology to transform education. The fellow will work closely with mentors and their labs from the University of California, San Francisco (Fumiko Hoeft MD PhD, Melina Uncapher PhD, Adam Gazzaley MD PhD, Joaquin Anguero PhD, Jyoti Misrha PhD, Roeland Hancock PhD, Robert Hendren DO, Bruce Miller MD, Maria-Luisa Gorno-Tempini MD PhD), Stanford University (Bruce McCandliss PhD, Miriam Rosenberg-Lee PhD) and UC Berkeley (Silvia Bunge PhD). He/she must have a demonstrated history of productivity in mobile software development, and cognitive psychology/neuroscience or education research, with excellent programming, interpersonal, organizational and leadership skills. A strong interest in cognitive development or psychometrics is a plus. PhDs or equivalent are encouraged to apply. With the right talent, individuals with a BSc and MSc will be considered. The minimum commitment is 2 years with a flexible start date, and the primary appointment will be held within the Department of Psychiatry at UCSF. Interested candidates should email a cover letter and CV. Please add “[APP development job]" and your full name in the Subject of the email. Qualified candidates will be asked to have 3 letters of reference forwarded. CONTACT: Fumiko Hoeft MD PhD, info(a)brainLENS.org URL: https://vimeo.com/brainLENS/CINTEL https://vimeo.com/brainlens/DyslexiaCenter http://brainLENS.org ======================== Postdoc Positions for the Adolescent Brain Cognitive Development (ABCD) study University of California, San Diego Several funded postdoctoral positions are available in image analysis method development, including automated cortical- and subcortical segmentation, advanced diffusion tractography, and fMRI mapping and time series analysis. We are looking to build a team to help build the next generation of analysis pipelines and visualization tools for a newly funded study to follow 10,000 children with longitudinal structural and functional imaging across 19 sites across the US. The study will use a cross-platform Harmonized Human Connectome Protocol, optimized for quantitative accuracy and consistency of imaging biomarkers across scanners and time. To learn more about the ABCD study, please see http://www.drugabuse.gov/news-events/news-releases/2015/09/nih-launches-lan…. Requirements: Applicants should have research experience in any of the above fields, with a Ph.D. or equivalent degree. They should be comfortable working in a distributed team environment, and should have a track record of quality scientific publications. Candidates are expected to be experienced in programming with Matlab, Python, and/or C/C++. Experience with FreeSurfer, FSL, and the Human Connectome analysis pipelines is strongly preferred. To formally apply, submit a current CV, a personal statement describing your research experience and interests, and contact information for 2-3 references to abcd(a)ucsd.edu. Or feel free to email Dr. Donald Hagler (dhagler(a)ucsd.edu) or Anders M. Dale (amdale(a)ucsd.edu) for more information. =================== A new post is available at the University of Bristol, which would suit someone with a strong neuroimaging background, who is either a new or more experienced post-doc. The researcher will be involved in acquiring and analysing MRI data for fMRI, ASL, resting state fMRI and possibly also VBM, but also in designing experiments and collecting behavioural data. Please see the brief job description below, the full details of which can be found here: http://www.jobs.ac.uk/job/AMH347/research-associate/ Applications are invited for a full-time Research Associate to work alongside other research staff on an EU FP7-funded project entitled “Nudge-it: The Neurobiology of Decision-Making in Eating - Innovative Tools.” (http://nudge-it.eu/) Background to the project: As highlighted in The EC White Paper on Nutrition, Overweight and Obesity-related Health Issues, the prevalence of overweight and obesity across Europe has increased dramatically in the last thirty years, particularly among children. For effective policies on healthy eating, we must be able to make meaningful predictions about the consequences of particular behaviours and interventions. For this to happen, we need to understand basic determinants of food choice. Nudge-it is a multidisciplinary project that engages experts in the neurobiology of motivational behaviour, in the neuroscience of reward pathways, in the neuroendocrinology of homeostatic regulation of appetite, in experimental psychology, in functional brain imaging, in behavioural economics, and in computational modelling. The work at Bristol combines neuroimaging with controlled laboratory-based studies to identify and quantify key determinants of food choice. The post-holder will assist with research aimed at understanding the role of interoception and how individual differences in sensitivity to interoceptive signals influence food choice. The objective of the work is to identify brain mechanisms underlying food choice and to develop predictive models that can be used to understand drivers of unhealthy dietary decisions. This five-year project is now approaching the end of its second year. The post-holder will be responsible for the design, execution, analysis, and dissemination of findings, both from neuroimaging and from laboratory-based experiments. The final year of the project will involve data collection in a home environment. About the post: The post would suit a well-qualified and experienced researcher with expertise in neuroimaging and experimental design. The post will be available from 1st January 2016. The salary will be within the range of £35,256 - £39,685 (University of Bristol, Grade J) according to qualifications and experience. Informal enquires can be directed to Professor Jeff Brunstrom (tel: 0117 928 8574;Jeff.Brunstrom(a)bristol.ac.uk). -- Jonathan Brooks (PhD) - Senior Research Fellow CRiCBristol, University of Bristol, St Michael's Hill, Bristol, UK T: +44(0)117-342-1512 W: http://www.cricbristol.ac.uk ===================== An NIMH funded post-doctoral position to study the functional and neurochemical effects of stress on reinforcement learning in patients with major depression is available in the Translational Research in Affective Disorders Laboratory (TReADLab) in the Department of Psychology at Emory University (PI: Michael Treadway). Located in the heart of Atlanta, GA, the Department of Psychology at Emory provides an outstanding environment in which to pursue post-doctoral training in clinical neuroscience and multi-modal neuroimaging. Full salary and benefits are guaranteed for two years. Responsibilities: Responsibilities include serving as project lead for an NIMH-funded study, including designing/programming experiments, scanning participants, analyzing behavioral and neuroimaging data, presenting data at national and international meetings, and preparing manuscripts for publication. The successful candidate will also be expected to take a lead or co-author role in publishing on existing datasets in the lab, as well as develop and pursue novel research questions. Candidates will be strongly encouraged to apply for extramural funding during the post-doctoral period. Necessary skills/qualifications: A doctoral degree and promising publication record in cognitive science, neuroscience, computer science, psychology, or related field. Strong functional neuroimaging background and/or computer programming skills (e.g. MATLAB and/or Python) are required. Should be self-motivated, independent, and reliable. Research experience in affective, clinical or cognitive neuroscience (e.g., conducting and analyzing fMRI or MRI studies), will all be viewed positively, but are not required. Interested parties should email a CV, names of relevant professional references, and a brief statement of interest to Chelsea Leonard chelsea.leonard(a)emory.edu. Applications will be reviewed beginning 12/1/2015 until the position is filled. Start date is flexible depending on candidate availability. For more details on the grant project, please go to: https://projectreporter.nih.gov/project_info_description.cfm?aid=8994068&ic… For details on the TReADLab go to: http://psychology.emory.edu/clinical/treadway/lab/Home.html For details on the neuroimaging facilities in the Emory Department of Psychology please go to: http://fern.emory.edu/home/index.html -- Daniel Cole Research Assistant - TReAD Lab Department of Psychology - Emory University Email: Daniel.Cole(a)emory.edu ================================= we are seeking for post-doc candidates (“University Assistant”, approx. equivalent to “Lecturer”, contract up to 6 years) who will work in close collaboration with Claus Lamm and his team at the Social, Cognitive and Affective Neuroscience Unit (SCAN-Unit). Further information about current and past research of the lab can be found on our webpage http://scan.psy.univie.ac.at/research We are looking for candidates with a Ph.D. degree in (preferably Experimental, Cognitive or Biological) Psychology, Social and/or Cognitive Neuroscience, Cognitive Science, or a related field. We are particularly looking for candidates with high-level expertise in multivariate data analysis (including machine learning approaches and/or computational modeling), preferably of fMRI and EEG data. Candidates should also have experience in designing, running, analyzing, and publishing experimental studies using human neuroscience methods such as fMRI, EEG, and/or TMS/tDCS. For further details, please refer to the attached PDF, which can also be found here: http://tinyurl.com/pypnq6f Please feel free to forward widely. Best wishes, Claus -- Prof. Claus Lamm Head of the Social, Cognitive and Affective Neuroscience Unit Faculty of Psychology University of Vienna Liebiggasse 5, 1010 Vienna, Austria e: claus.lamm(a)univie.ac.at w: http://homepage.univie.ac.at/claus.lamm w: http://scan.psy.univie.ac.at w: http://forschungscluster.meduniwien.ac.at/mmi-cns t: +43-1-4277-47130 ========================= One postdoctoral position is available in IDEA lab (https://www.med.unc.edu/bric/ideagroup), UNC-Chapel Hill, NC. Imaging Genomics: The successful candidate should have a strong background on Biomedical Engineering, Electronic Engineering, Computer Science, or relatedly majors, preferably with emphasis on neuroimaging analysis and genomics. Experience on brain disease diagnosis is highly desirable. People with machine learning background on feature representation and regression are particularly encouraged to apply. Strong knowledge on programming (good command of LINUX, C/C++, Python, Matlab, etc.) is desirable. The research topic will be the development and validation of innovative methods for imaging genomics. The successful candidates will be part of a diverse group including radiologists, psychologists, physicists, biostatistician, and computer scientists, and will build upon the group’s previous work on medical image analysis. If interested, please email resume to Dr. Dinggang Shen (dgshen(a)med.unc.edu). ============================= Several postdoctoral positions are available in IDEA lab (https://www.med.unc.edu/bric/ideagroup), UNC-Chapel Hill, NC. Segmentation: The successful candidate should have a strong background on Electrical or Biomedical Engineering, or Computer Science, preferably with emphasis on image feature learning and segmentation. Experience on medical image segmentation using deformable surface, level sets, and graph cut is highly desirable. People with machine learning background on image features and shape statistics are particularly encouraged to apply. Strong knowledge on programming (good command of LINUX, C and C++, scripting, and Matlab) is desirable. The research topic will be the development and validation of segmentation methods for brain segmentation and surface reconstruction. Registration: The successful candidate should have a strong background on Electrical or Biomedical Engineering, or Computer Science, preferably with emphasis on feature learning and correspondence detection. Experience on medical image registration is highly desirable. People with experience on pairwise, group-wise and/or 4D registration are particularly encouraged to apply. Knowledge on brain development and also strong background on programming (good command of LINUX, C and C++, scripting, and Matlab) are desirable. The research topic will be the development and validation of 3D, 4D, and group-wise image registration methods for early brain development and aging studies. Atlas Construction: Candidates with experience on patch-based sparse representation are encouraged to apply. The research topic will be the development of atlas construction methods for infant brain images. The successful candidates will be part of a diverse group including radiologists, psychologists, physicists, biostatistician, and computer scientists, and will build upon the group's previous work on medical image analysis. If interested, please email resume to Dr. Dinggang Shen (dgshen(a)med.unc.edu). ======================== ------------------------------------------------------------------------------ UCL INSTITUTE OF NEUROLOGY Wellcome Trust Centre for Neuroimaging University College London, UK Research Associate / Senior Research Associate in MRI Physics ------------------------------------------------------------------------------- A postdoctoral position for an expert in MRI physics is available within the Wellcome Trust Centre for Neuroimaging (WTCN), UCL Institute of Neurology, London, UK. The Centre has excellent facilities and an interdisciplinary working environment that enables fruitful collaborative physics research with application in the neuroscientific domain. We seek a highly motivated individual to work within Prof. Nikolaus Weiskopf’s Physics group. The group specializes in the development of a broad range of methods, including diffusion, structural and functional imaging. The group’s ethos is to understand the underlying MR physics so as to arrive at efficient and effective solutions to problems. This position will pursue research projects with emphasis on functional MRI (fMRI) with key target areas being: · High-resolution fMRI (~1mm); · Ultra-fast fMRI enabling whole-brain imaging in less than 1s, including multi-band and 3D EPI; · Reduction of susceptibility artefacts and physiological noise in fMRI; · Parallel imaging and advanced image reconstruction, e.g. compressed sensing. As a member of the WTCN Physics Group, the post-holder will also be expected to support ongoing neuroscience research. Applicants must have a PhD or, if not already held (Research Associate applicants only), the PhD must have been obtained by the agreed start-date in physics, biomedical engineering, or a comparable subject. A strong background in MR physics is essential, as is expertise in programming high-level languages (e.g. C/C++, Matlab). Applicants must also be specialized in at least one (Research Associate) or two (Senior Research Associate) of the following areas: pulse sequence programming, Siemens MR scanners and software (IDEA, ICE), MR image reconstruction methods (in particular, parallel imaging and compressed sensing), assessing safety of equipment / implants in the MR environment, time-series analysis, functional MRI or SPM software. Those applying for the Senior Research Associate position will also need to be able to demonstrate an established publication track record and experience of leading a team of researchers. The post is funded by the Wellcome Trust until November 2017 in the first instance and is available immediately. Salary will be in the range of £33,686 - £40,716 pa on UCL Grade 7 (Research Associate) or £41,844-£49,362 pa on UCL Grade 8 (Senior Research Associate) including London Allowance, superannuable. You should apply for this post through UCL's online recruitment – http://www.ucl.ac.uk/hr/jobs where you can download a full job description and person specification using ref: 1517456. If you have any queries regarding the application process, please contact Samantha Robinson, Personnel Officer, Institute of Neurology, 23 Queen Square, London, WC1N 3BG (email:IoN.HRAdmin@ucl.ac.uk). Informal enquiries to Prof Nikolaus Weiskopf (email: n.weiskopf(a)ucl.ac.uk). Further information on the lab: http://www.fil.ion.ucl.ac.uk/Research/physics.html Closing date: 16 December 2015 ================================ Postdoctoral Fellow in Multivariate Analysis, Machine Learning and Classification Job description: Computation functional anatomy laboratory at National University of Singapore focuses on the development of medical image analysis methods, including image segmentation, registration approaches, multivariate statistical analysis, machine learning, and classification algorithms. Our group is particularly working on multi-modal magnetic resonance imaging of the brain and derives mathematical/statistical models for characterizing variations of the brain anatomy and function and their associations with clinical phenotypes and/or genetics. We are seeking for research fellows who are interested in developing and employing data mining approaches for understanding high dimensional brain image and/or genetic data. The candidate with experience on high dimensional data or 3D image analysis will be seriously considered. Requirements: · Ph. D on computer vision, statistics, electrical engineering, or biomedical engineering · Good communication and writing skills in English language If you are interested in the jobs listed above, please send your CV to Associate Prof. Anqi QIU Department of Biomedical Engineering National University of Singapore Email: bieqa(a)nus.edu.sg Phone: +(65) 6516 7002 Postdoctoral Fellow Position on Imaging Genetics of Infants Job description: Computation functional anatomy laboratory at National University of Singapore (http://www.bioeng.nus.edu.sg/cfa) focuses on brain and cognition studies using neuroimaging techniques. Our group is leading a large-scale longitudinal neurodevelopmental project from birth onwards in Singapore. The project examines neurocognition using EEG and eye trackers, brain development using diffusion tensor imaging (DTI), resting-state fMRI, and structural MRI, genetic and epigenetic influences on cognition and brain. Thus far, we have collected both functional and anatomical imaging as well as genetic and epigenetic data of 200 newborns and their follow-up at six months. The follow-up scanning at 4, 6, and 8 years will start soon. We are looking for a research fellow who is interested in developing and (or) employing pattern recognition approaches to understand the relationship of the brain with psychopathology in early life and how environmental factors and genetics influence such relationship. Or the candidate is interested in developing spatial-temporal analysis tools for this longitudinal datasets. Requirements: · Ph. D or MD · Neuroimaging Research background is preferable but necessary · Knowledge in multivariate statistical analysis is necessary · Good communication and writing skills in English language If you are interested in the jobs listed above, please send your CV to Associate Prof. Anqi QIU Department of Biomedical Engineering National University of Singapore Email: bieqa(a)nus.edu.sg Phone: +(65) 6516 7002 ============================= Great opportunity to join a growing team in Las Vegas, working for the Cleveland Clinic in a highly specialized neurodegenerative disease center. Please email me bankss2(a)ccf.org or walshr(a)ccf.org with any questions: http://www.lerner.ccf.org/jobs/postdoc/view.php?id=660 ===================== Job Summary: QNL invites applications for a full-time postdoctoral position to conduct processing and analyzing of PET and MRI neuroimaging data, as part of multiple research studies on aging and Alzheimer’s disease. Principal Responsibilities: The primary responsibility of this position includes developing novel image processing and statistical analysis methods for reconstruction of brain Beta Amyloid PET images and its accompanying structural MRI and fMRI data from healthy and diseased participants of multiple studies all focusing on aging and Alzheimer’s disease. The QNL is a new research infrastructure housed in the Cognitive Neuroscience Division of the Columbia University Medical Center Neurology Department. The main focus of the QNL is to develop techniques to quantify structural and functional brain images which allow researchers and clinicians to detect brain-based effects that are normally beyond the sensitivity and specificity of commonly-used detection methods in the field. We aim to achieve this goal by utilizing state-of-the-art signal and image processing tools as well as mathematical and statistical method. We are affiliated with Columbia’s Biomedical Engineering Department, Sergevsky Center, and the Taub Institute for Research on Alzheimer’s Disease and the Aging Brain. Required Qualifications: · PhD in Biomedical/Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, Medical Physics, Neuroscience or related disciplines. · Strong background in MRI analysis and related statistical methods for research (SPM, Freesurfer, FSL, AFNI or similar). · Experience with image processing and data analysis. · Strong computer programming skills (e.g., in C/C++, Matlab, R, and especially Python) are highly desirable. · Ability to think independently and work collaboratively. Benefits · Columbia University officers' benefits applies · Starting date: Jan 2015. · The postdoctoral position is scheduled initially for two years (open to renewal). · Salary will depend on experience. Additional Information: To apply, please submit a single PDF file containing the following: 1) Cover letter describing research interests and relevant background; 2) CV with list of publications; 3) The names of three individuals who could provide reference letters. All files or inquiries should be submitted electronically at: academicjobs.columbia.edu/applicants/Central?quickFind=61752 Ray Razlighi Assistant Professor in Neurology Adjunct Assistant Professor in Biomedical Engineering Email: qr2108(a)cumc.columbia.edu ================================== Postdoctoral Research Fellow – Neurobiology of Language and Memory, Queensland University of Technology (QUT) The Language, Cognition and Brain Sciences (LCBS) laboratory at Queensland University of Technology (QUT) is seeking a motivated and enthusiastic Postdoctoral Research Fellow to contribute to a range of research projects investigating the neurobiology of language in both healthy and language-impaired individuals. Applicants should have completed a PhD or have submitted a PhD for qualification in psychology, linguistics, cognitive neuroscience, speech pathology or an equivalent field, and have proven technical ability with a demonstrated publication track record in diffusion tensor imaging (DTI) and functional magnetic resonance imaging (fMRI). Appointment may be made at Level A or B, depending on the qualifications and experience of the successful applicant. Work conducted within the lab focuses on investigating the neural and cognitive mechanisms responsible for language processing in healthy individuals, how these mechanisms are affected by brain tumours and stroke, and how language recovery can be facilitated by various treatments. It is anticipated that the appointee will work across a range of projects involving neuroimaging, brain stimulation, genetic and psycholinguistic methods. There will also be opportunity for the appointee to develop new projects and obtain competitive funding based on their own research interests, in alignment with the goals and interests of the lab. The position will entail conducting research at the Herston Imaging Research Facility (HIRF), a purpose built state-of-the-art imaging centre. The HIRF is a joint initiative between the Queensland University of Technology, Metro North Hospital and Health Service, the QIMR Berghofer Medical Research Institute, the University of Queensland, and industry partner Siemens. The primary focus of HIRF is on research, with a 3 Tesla Siemens Prisma MRI equipped for cognitive neuroscience research (including a 64-channel BrainProducts MR-compatible EEG system), in addition to Siemens PET-MR and PET-CT systems. Interested candidates should apply online via the QUT website or Seek addressing the selection criteria. The deadline for application is November 15, 2015. Questions regarding this position may be addressed to the lab director, Prof Greig de Zubicaray: greig.dezubicaray(a)qut.edu.au ====================== Applications are invited for a Post-Doctoral position in the Brain and Language Lab (www.brainandlanguagelab.org) at the University of Geneva. The position is for 2 years (or more), and will be at the new Biotech Campus (http://www.campusbiotech.ch/en/). Candidates should have a degree in Psychology and/or Cognitive Neuroscience, and should have a solid background in statistics and in the analysis of functional magnetic resonance imaging data. The projects will include brain imaging and behavioural studies on multilingualism and expertise, with a focus on executive skills, attention and statistical/language learning. The salary is competitive, starting salary at ~ 69, 000 CHF/year (~ 81, 000 CHF/year as of August 2016) depending on experience. The position is available immediately, and applications will be considered until the position is filled. Informal inquiries can be addressed to Narly Golestani (Narly.Golestani(a)unige.ch). Applications including a CV, a statement of research interests, and the names and full contact details of three referees should be sent to: Narly.Golestani(a)unige.ch. Brain and Language Lab Department of Clinical Neuroscience Biotech Campus 9 Chemin des Mines, 1202 Genève +41 22 379 53 52 http://www.brainandlanguagelab.org ================================== The Computational Psychiatry Unit (www.neurocpu.com) at The University of Texas at Dallas and The Southwestern Medical Center invites applications for a research coordinator position. This is an exciting opportunity to work in the emerging interdisciplinary field of computational psychiatry, which seeks to redefine mental disorders in terms of aberrant computations at multiple scales, and to improve mental health by applying modern neuroscientific techniques and discoveries. Current research in the lab specifically focuses on the neural and computational mechanisms of emotion and decision-making in drug addiction and major depression. Access to state of the art facilities including: two research-dedicated human 3T MRI systems, one human 7T MRI system, multiple research-dedicated 1.5T MRI systems, two PET systems (with coregistering MRI), a SPECT camera, a high field system for animal studies, four EEG systems equipped for both 64 and 128 channel recordings, TMS, rTMS, tDCS, and HD tDCS equipment. Job requirements: The successful candidate will participate in the following aspects of research in the lab, including: 1) Preparing consent forms and paperwork related to research ethics, assembling and administering neuropsychological assessments; 2) Screening and recruiting participants, scheduling participants for testing, obtaining informed consent; 3) Tracking progress of the study and data collection, verifying data and entering pertinent information into database for statistical analysis 4) Acquisition of behavioral and neural data, conducting statistical analyses, and assisting with manuscript preparation. Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree in any area of psychology, neuroscience, clinical science, biomedical sciences, or related fields is required. Master’s degree in any of these fields and/or clinical experience is preferred. Experience with any of the following would be an added advantage: neuropsychological assessment, psychopharmacology, psychophysiology, brain imaging, MATLAB, R, python, C++, and signal processing. The candidate must have strong organizational and interpersonal skills; the ability to work well with clinical populations; a willingness to tackle complex tasks in an independent manner; and a strong work ethic. How to Apply: Please email a CV, a one-page statement of research interests and career goals in a single PDF document titled with RA_YourName.pdf to Dr. Xiaosi Gu at xiaosi.gu(a)utdallas.edu -- Xiaosi Gu, Ph.D Assistant Professor Computational Psychiatry Unit The University of Texas at Dallas 2200 W Mockingbird Ln, Dallas, TX 75235 Tel: 972-883-3303 www.neurocpu.com ============================== Full-time Programmer/Analyst position at The Oppenheimer Center for Neurobiology of Stress The Oppenheimer Center for Neurobiology of Stress at the University of Los Angeles, California (http://uclacns.org) is immediately seeking to fill a full-time Programmer/ Analyst II. Responsibilities include programming and optimizing automated data quality control, preprocessing, computational and analysis pipelines for large-scale multimodal brain imaging and biological data. The candidate should have a strong programming background in one or more of the following areas: engineering, computer science, statistics, physics, and/or neuroscience. Expertise in Matlab is essential. Experience with other data analysis languages (Matlab, Python, R) preferred. Experience with database design and querying highly desired (MySQL preferred). Experience navigating UNIX environment is a plus. Experience with Java script is a plus. Experience with data visualization (d3.js or other) is a plus. Experience in Neuroimaging (or image processing in general) not required but is a plus. The Oppenheimer Center for Neurobiology of Stress (CNS) is an interdisciplinary, translational center funded by the National Institutes of Health, and by philanthropic support. CNS has both a research and clinical component. CNS Mission: 1) Generate cutting edge research to demonstrate the crucial role of the brain in health and wellness. 2) Identify brain signatures which play a role in vulnerability to and resilience against chronic disease (including pain, stress-related disorders, obesity). 3) Identify the role of the gut microbiome, the immune system and genomic factors in shaping and maintain these brain signatures. 4) Identify differences between the male and female brain in mind brain body interactions. All MRI and PET imaging is currently conducted at the Ahmanson-Lovelace Brain Mapping Center. The Brain Mapping Center is an internationally recognized leader in functional and structural imaging. Ahmanson-Lovelace Brain Mapping Center houses a state-of-the-art facility equipped with a 3 Tesla Siemens Prisma system a Bruker 7.0 Tesla instrument, and a Siemens Sonata 1.5 Tesla device. The successful candidate will typically have a master’s degree, but unusually talented candidates with a bachelor’s degree and several years of relevant experience will be considered. Salary is commensurate with experience. Start immediately. A minimum three-year commitment is strongly encouraged. If interested, please apply at the following link http://www.uclahealthcareers.org/all-jobs/Programmer-Analyst-II/H80582. In addition, please send a CV and short statement of your interest, as well as the names and addresses of three references to Dr. Jennifer Labus, at jlabus(a)ucla.edu. ============================ University of Glasgow Ref: 011494 Salary: Grade 6, £27,057-30,434 / Grade 7, £33,242 – £37,394 per annum We are seeking to recruit a Research Assistant/Associate to work in the Centre for Cognitive Neuroimaging within the Research Institute of Neuroscience & Psychology at the University of Glasgow. The post-holder will contribute to Wellcome Trust funded research project entitled “Natural and modulated neural communication: State-dependent decoding and driving of human Brain Oscillations” (Joint Investigators: Gregor Thut, Joachim Gross). This is one of 5 Research Associate positions covering different aspects of the above project. The job requires working in an interdisciplinary team of researchers on longstanding questions of how brain oscillations orchestrate brain functions, or relate to brain dysfunction. This involves controlled intervention into brain oscillations by transcranial brain stimulation to modulate brain function. Specifically, the job requires expert knowledge in at least one of the relevant techniques EEG, TES, TMS. The post-holder will also be expected to contribute to the formulation and submission of research publications and research proposals as well as help manage and direct this complex and challenging project, as opportunities allow. Informal enquires may be made to Profs. Gregor Thut (Gregor.Thut(a)glasgow.ac.uk) or Joachim Gross (Joachim.Gross(a)glasgow.ac.uk). For more information and to apply online please visit www.glasgow.ac.uk/jobs. Closing date: 29 November 2015 ======================== 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. 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 contingent upon the receipt of funding 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 =========================== Title of the research unit: : Institut du Cerveau et de la Moelle Épinière (ICM), INSERM Name of Director: Professor Alexis BRICE Supervisor: Professor Harald HAMPEL Title: “Development of multimodal structural and functional neuroimaging biomarkers for the preclinical characterization, detection, prodromal diagnosis and prediction of Alzheimer’s Disease“ Aims: The primary objective of the Post-Doc position is to implement established and novel neuroimaging biomarkers through development of advanced mathematical modeling to identify sensitive and specific algorithms for the early detection/diagnosis/prediction of Alzheimer’s disease (AD) in asymptomatic at risk individuals and prodromal patients compared to patients with neurodegenerative diseases and age-matched healthy controls The Post-Doc will use existing cohorts of subjects and patients with preclinical to clinical AD, other neurodegenerative diseases and controls to develop a multimodal approach combining distinct MR-neuroimaging methods (e.g. volumetric MRI, advanced tractography, functional connectivity) and will closely work with researchers coming from other disciplines (such as mathematics, biochemistry, genetics) in order to: (i) develop and validate the function and performance of single versus multimodal imaging parameters; (ii) develop classifiers between age-related neurodegenerative diseases; (iii) translate them into clinical practice and implement them in AD prevention trials; (iv) correlate imaging data with available clinical, psychometric, genetic, as well as blood- and CSF based biomarker information. Background: Findings derived from neuroimaging of the structural and functional organization of the human brain have led to the widely supported hypothesis that neural networks of temporally coordinated brain activity across different regional brain structures underpin cognitive function. Failure of integration within a network leads to cognitive dysfunction. The current discussion on AD argues that it presents in part a disconnection syndrome. Computer-based neuroimaging technologies, such as structural and functional magnetic resonance imaging and tractography methods represent suitable methods to investigate this hypothesis. Moreover, several studies have highlighted that a number of different neuropathologies that are crucially involved in the development of AD and the causal interaction between these pathologies is not yet fully understood. In this regards, a multimodal approach using structural, functional, and tractography markers might be pivotal to investigate evolving early processes in the brain leading to AD pathological changes. In conclusion, this work will substantially support the development of a multimodal modal biomarkers for early detection, prediction, diagnosis and characterisation of AD progression. The discovery and validation of novel hypothesis-based as well as exploratory markers that map the effects of disease modifying therapies on the brain, ultimately providing much needed surrogate biological outcomes that represent later clinical benefit, are of primary interest in the field AD research. The successful applicant will work under the supervision and with the research team of the AXA Research Fund and UPMC Chair, Professor Harald HAMPEL, located at the Institute for Memory and Alzheimer’s Disease (IM2A) and the Brain & Spine Institute (Institut du Cerveau et de la Moelle Épinière, ICM), Paris, the leading French Institute on brain research, centrally located within the Pitié-Salpêtrière University Hospital – Charles Foix. The Brain& Spine Institute (http://icm-institute.org/menu/actualites) is a widely renowned research centre of excellence of international dimensions. It brings together motivated scientists from various horizons and countries in order to develop innovative and cutting-edge research in the area of Neuroscience. Research teams work at the Brain & Spine Institute independently but are strictly interconnected through cross-disciplinary research programs (both basic and clinical), thus encouraging the amalgamation of different skills. The multidisciplinary approach to Neuroscience (Neurobiology, Neurochemistry, Neurogenetics, Neuropsychology as well as structural / functional / diffusion / molecular Neuroimaging) taken by the Brain & Spine Institute represents a vital and dynamic advance in research. Requirements : The ideal Post-Doc candidate is expected to have a robust academic and science background and previous experience in the study of structural neuroimaging markers of AD. Candidates demonstrating competencies on structural and functional MRI methods, knowledge and experience with MRI-related data analysis packages (SPM, Matlab, Freesurfer), statistical softwares (e.g., SPSS or R) will have a strong advantage. The candidate has to be fluent both in written and spoken English. The position is expected to begin December 15th, 2015. Applications should include a full Curriculum Vitae. Applications together with all documents, should be submitted electronically to: e.mirassou-ihu(a)icm-institute.org with reference to “Post-Doc position" in the E-mail header. Applications must be received within the 30th of october 2015. -- Elodie Mirassou Assistante du Professeur Harald Hampel, MD, PhD, MA, MSc AXA Research Fund & UPMC Chair Sorbonne Universities Université Pierre et Marie Curie - Paris 6 Institut de la Mémoire et de la Maladie d’Alzheimer & Institut du Cerveau et de la Moelle épinière (ICM) Département de Neurologie Pavillon François Lhermitte Hôpital Pitié Salpêtrière 47 Boulevard de l’hôpital 75651 Paris CEDEX 13 Phone: + 33 (0) 1 42 16 75 21 (office) Mobile: + 33 (0) 6 95 51 63 55 Email: e.mirassou-ihu(a)icm-institute.org Email : mirassou.elodie(a)gmail.com

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RAs and lab manger positions
by Gary Green 23 Nov '15

23 Nov '15

The Brain Connectivity and Cognition Laboratory in the Department of Psychology at the University of Miami invites applicants interested in a Lab Manager/Research Assistant position beginning Spring 2016. The position will involve responsibilities including recruiting and scheduling participants for research studies, data collection (MRI and behavioral), data analysis using FSL or SPM, administrative duties, IRB management, and general management of lab operations. As the majority of these activities will be in service of data collection for an R01 investigating cognitive flexibility in autism, individuals with an interest in the neuroscience of autism are particularly encouraged to apply. Successful applicants will have completed an undergraduate degree in psychology, neuroscience, or a related field. The job requires exceptional organizational skills, high motivation and initiative, the ability to work with children, and the ability to interact efficiently and courteously with others. Individuals with prior experience collecting and analyzing MRI data will be given preference. The position requires a 2 year commitment. Interested applicants can send their CV, three letters of reference, and a cover letter describing their research interests and career goals to Dr. Lucina Uddin (l.uddin(a)miami.edu). Additional information can be found at http://www.psy.miami.edu/bccl/ and https://www.facebook.com/umiamibraindevelopment/. ===================== The Olin Neuropsychiatry Research Center (http://nrc-iol.org) located at Hartford Hospital 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. 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 (you’re reading this from a neuroimaging mailing list!) is also preferred, but not necessary. Contact Greg at gregory.book(a)hhchealth.org ============================= New York University is looking for an Assistant Research Scientist who will work with faculty in the Center for Brain Imaging (CBI) to help implement analysis techniques, establish data analysis streams, and to make state-of-the-art MR techniques such as multi-echo/multi-plexed BOLD fMRI, diffusion imaging, and advanced anatomical measurements available to the broader research community. Responsibilities include: - Assisting in training graduate students, postdocs, and new researchers in neuroimaging data collection and analysis, including use of FSL, SPM, Freesurfer, AFNI and Matlab-based toolboxes. - Consulting with researchers to select appropriate tools and methods for data analysis, including modern statistical techniques for multiple-comparisons correction, denoising, multivariate analyses, functional connectivity analyses, and surface-based analyses. - Technical support and training for faculty, staff, and students acquiring MRI data, primarily on Siemens Prisma scanner. - Organizing training workshops and seminars to expose researchers to new developments in imaging methods and analysis techniques. - Expertise in EEG and TMS a plus. Qualified applicants should have: - A PhD or equivalent experience in Psychology, Neuroscience, Mathematics, or Statistics. - Two years relevant experience or equivalent combination, which must include experience with MR imaging principles, research training, data acquisition and analysis, statistics, and/or signal processing. - Excellent interpersonal, organizational and writing skills. - Ability to effectively communicate with individuals of all levels. - Strong analytical skills. - Ability to multitask and work independently. Salary to be commensurate with experience. Interested individuals should contact Pablo Velasco, Ph.D. at pablo.velasco(a)nyu.edu ===================== Damien Fair’s Neuroimaging Lab is looking for a candidate with expertise in neuroimaging, particularly in the field of MRI. While the main focus of this position is in neuroimaging, candidates with experience in bioinformatics and software development are highly encouraged to apply. The position will support a large federally funded longitudinal study to assess the short- and long-term impact of substance use on brain development (Adolescent Brain Cognitive Development Study). The work will also include support for other federally funded imaging studies on the development of attention, learning, and cognition, for both human and animal model brain imaging. The incumbent will be heavily involved in programming and software development for these integrated structural and functional brain imaging studies. The incumbent will also be involved with data collection and analysis. A successful applicant must be able to work well independently, also in a team, and to communicate clearly in a collaborative environment with a diverse range of experiences and disciplines. She/he must also have familiarity with different tools to process and analyze large datasets of structural and functional neuroimaging data, as well as a documented history of software development and support. The selected applicant will implement and execute reusable data processing pipelines, develop and improve current workflows and QA pipelines that will be released to external labs and assist in the standardization of data sharing infrastructure across different institutions. The applicant will be responsible for managing software development, support, documentation, and using software engineering best practices. Links: ABCD Study http://addictionresearch.nih.gov/adolescent-brain-cognitive-development-stu… Job Posting IRC50111 (best viewed in Internet Explorer) https://ais.ohsu.edu/OA_HTML/OA.jsp?page=/oracle/apps/irc/candidateSelfServ….. ======================= The Olin Neuropsychiatry Research Center (www.nrc-iol.org) at the Institute of Living has a position available in brain imaging data analysis. The successful applicant will join a major lab conducting brain structure and function research in both healthy and psychiatric populations. The focus of the work will be on a project using functional MRI to study brain network connectivity related to emotional processing. However, there also are numerous and varied ongoing and recently-completed projects funded by NIMH, NIDA and NICHD. Candidates must have Master’s degree or beyond in relevant specialty (e.g., Biomedical Engineering, Computing, Psychology, Neuroscience, or related field), understanding of fMRI statistical methods and experimental design, and promising research experience. The candidate should come from a training program that has provided demonstrable brain imaging data analysis skills (ideally fMRI) and solid working knowledge of Linux, Matlab and similar systems; (Java, C++ programming experience also useful). Experience with fMRI task programming languages (ePrime, Presentation) also a plus. Pay will be commensurate with experience. In addition to opportunities to working on grant-funded research topics compatible with the lab mission, the Clinical Data Analyst will have access to several large archival neuroimaging datasets, additional training in sophisticated data analysis techniques (i.e., independent component analysis, multi-modal data “fusion” analysis, etc.) and access to the Center’s data collection and analysis resources (e.g., fMRI, sMRI, DTI, EEG, GWAS, neuropsychological assessment). At our center, candidates are encouraged to publish research data in peer reviewed journals and present at national research meetings, at whatever level is commensurate with their skills. The position is open for an initial 3 years, with an option to renew. The Olin Neuropsychiatry Research Center is an established clinical neuroscience center affiliated with Yale University comprising over 60 faculty, postdocs and research assistants. Our mission is to conduct cutting-edge clinical and cognitive neuroscience research that ultimately can translate to psychiatric care. The Olin Neuropsychiatry Research Center is located on the grounds of The Institute of Living / Hartford Hospital in Hartford, CT, providing access to thousands of psychiatric patients each year treated in numerous clinical programs. This is an exciting opportunity for a clinical or cognitive neuroscience master’s degree-qualified researcher looking to establish him/herself in the field through productivity, training in advanced analysis techniques, and access to ample scientific resources. If interested, please send a statement of scientific interests, resume of accomplishments and relevant skills, a CV, and contact information for at least 3 academic references to Michael.Stevens(a)hhchealth.org. ====================== The Olin Neuropsychiatry Research Center (http://nrc-iol.org) located at Hartford Hospital 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. 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 (you’re reading this from a neuroimaging mailing list!) is also preferred, but not necessary. Contact Greg at gregory.book(a)hhchealth.org ==============================

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PhD position adverts
by Gary Green 23 Nov '15

23 Nov '15

Note some have to be applied for THIS week ====================== Applications are invited for a three-year PhD studentship at the Department of Psychology at Royal Holloway University of London under the supervision of Dr. Angelika Lingnau. In this project, we will use representational similarity analysis (RSA) and multivariate pattern analysis (MPVA) of fMRI data to examine organizing principles of observed actions (see also https://sites.google.com/site/angelikalingnau/home). The Department is supported by excellent facilities, including a research-dedicated 3T MRI scanner, EEG and TMS labs. The Department is ranked 6th out of 82 Psychology Departments in the UK in the 2014 Research Excellence Framework (REF), 93% of our research is classified as world-leading or internationally excellent. Closing date for applications: December 7th. Informal inquiries should be sent to Dr. Angelika Lingnau (angelika.lingnau(a)rhul.ac.uk). ======================== The German Center for Neurodegenerative Diseases (DZNE) is a center of excellence within the Helmholtz Association that performs translational research on Neurodegenerative Diseases. The center includes nine high-performing sites in Bonn, Berlin, Dresden, Göttingen, Magdeburg, Munich, Rostock/Greifswald, Tübingen and Witten. Within the area of clinical research we have a position for a PhD position (f/m) Neuro Image Analysis – Code 1347/2015/11 Description: You will work in an interdisciplinary team in Bonn focused on Clinical Research. Clinical research at the DZNE aims to investigate causes and preclinical biomarkers of neurodegenerative diseases, and to study normal and pathological brain structure and function in neurodegenerative diseases. To this end the team, led by Prof. Thomas Klockgether, Director of Clinical Research of the DZNE is currently establishing several clinical studies including MR-imaging in a multi-center and single site setting. The study facility in Bonn will encompass state-of-the art apparatus including 3T MRI scanners (Siemens Skyra) as well as a 7T MRI Scanner, advanced bio-banking program and large data storage and computational resources. We invite applications for a PhD project on multimodal brain imaging in Neurodegenerative Diseases (e.g. spinocerebellar ataxia) in the Clinical Research Group at the German Center of Neurodegenerative Diseases, DZNE, Bonn, Germany. Within the framework of multicenter studies the project aims to investigate the structural and functional trace of Neurodegenerative Diseases (e.g. spinocerebellar ataxia) in the human brain. Available methods include resting state fMRI, DTI and morphometry. Interested candidates are encouraged to develop computational modelling skills. Qualifications and experience: We are looking for highly motivated candidates with a Master’s degree (or equivalent) in neuroscience, psychology, biology, or a related field, and with a strong interest in neurodegenerative diseases. Programming skills in Matlab and experience with resting-state fMRI are an advantage. Demonstrable interest in quantitative research, strong analytical skills, ability for independent and critical thinking, and excellent communication and writing skills in the English language are a prerequisite. Creative, highly motivated and team-oriented candidates, who dare to take initiative and enjoy working in a fast-growing, dynamic research environment in an internationally oriented biomedical institution, are strongly encouraged to apply. We offer: An interesting and challenging task in a research center that works on the future topics of health research An international environment characterized by a strong focus on science and research A high potential for the individual development of our employees Targeted personnel development A full-time position, initially temporary limited to two year Employment, payment and social benefits are consistent with those at other research institutesJob location is Bonn, Germany. Common language at work is English or German. The DZNE is an equal opportunity employer. The DZNE especially welcomes and encourages disabled individuals to apply. Interested candidates should send their applications including CV with transcripts or degree certificates, a brief statement of research interests and contact details of two referees in a single file to: application(a)dzne.de References may be taken up as part of the candidate selection and prior to interview. Applicants who do not wish referees to be contacted without prior notice and consent should make this explicitly clear on their application. ========================== This 4-year full-time BBSRC DTP studentship provides full support for tuition fees, annual tax-free stipend at Research Council UK rates (currently £14, 057). The project is due to commence September 2016 and is open to UK/EU nationals only due to the nature of the funding. About the project: The brain is a prediction machine, using internal models to predict future outcomes, and errors in prediction to optimise internal models (Clark, 2013). To optimise our decision-making in an uncertain world, our brains compute two key computational signals when we learn what to expect from the world around us. The first, called Salience Prediction Errors, are errors in predicting important outcomes regardless of their valence. The second, called Reward Prediction errors, are errors in predicting the valence of outcomes. These errors are expressed as early ERPs. This project will further our understanding of the neural expression of errors in learning. In a series of EEG studies we will utilise a combination of psychological and physiological manipulations to probe the nature of the ERPs corresponding to salience and reward prediction errors. Supervisors: Talmi & El-Deredy http://www.findaphd.com/search/ProjectDetails.aspx?PJID=67758&LID=1033 ========================================= I am advertising a 4-year PhD scholarship starting in September 2016 at the University of St Andrews. The fMRI project will identify subcortical structures that carry gaze direction signals for visual localization and spatial attention. The project is at the interface between cognitive neuroscience and medical physics. The student will be supervised by Dr Daniela Balslev from the University of St Andrews and Dr Ian Cavin from the University of Dundee & NHS Tayside Department of Medical Physics. The project http://www.eastscotbiodtp.ac.uk/subcortical-pathways-gaze-direction-signals How to apply http://www.eastscotbiodtp.ac.uk/how-apply-0 Deadline: December 14 at 5 pm Contact daniela.balslev(a)st-andrews.ac.uk ---- Regards, Daniela --- Daniela Balslev, MD, PhD Lecturer School of Psychology and Neuroscience University of St Andrews St Mary's Quad South Street St. Andrews KY16 9JP United Kingdom phone +44 (0)1334 462097 fax +44 (0)1334 463042 daniela.balslev(a)st-andrews.ac.uk www.danielabalslev.dk ==================================== We are inviting applications for an MRC funded PhD studentship on “The role of motor systems on the functional neural organisation of language processing: Cross-linguistic evidence from sign and speech” with Dr Cheryl Capek, Dr Gorana Pobric and Prof Shaheen Hamdy at the University of Manchester. The project will use behavioural, MEP, TMS and fMRI techniques. This 3.5-year full-time MRC DTP studentship provides full support for tuition fees, annual tax-free stipend at Research Council UK rates (currently £14, 057) and conference/travel allowance. The project is due to commence October 2016 and is open to UK/EU nationals only due to the nature of the funding. Application deadline: Wednesday, 25 November 2015 For full details, please see: http://www.findaphd.com/search/ProjectDetails.aspx?PJID=67608&LID=2473 With best wishes, Cheryl Capek: http://www.manchester.ac.uk/research/cheryl.capek/ Pobric: http://www.manchester.ac.uk/research/gorana.pobric/ Hamdy: http://www.manchester.ac.uk/research/shaheen.hamdy/ Cheryl Capek, PhD Lecturer & MSc in Neuroimaging for Clinical & Cognitive Neuroscience (NCCN) Director School of Psychological Sciences Zochonis Building University of Manchester Manchester M13 9PL, UK Email: cheryl.capek(a)manchester.ac.uk Phone: +44 (0) 161 306 0445 ====================== We are pleased to invite applications for a Medical Research Council funded PhD opportunity at the University of Manchester. This project will use novel measures to chart changes in behavioural and brain function in stroke aphasia from the acute to the chronic phase, with the goal of improved prediction of patient outcomes. It will be supervised by Dr Anna Woollams, Dr Ajay Halai and Professor Matt Lambon Ralph, and involves participants from our existing large cohort of stroke aphasic patients. The successful applicant will join the vibrant postgraduate community of the Neuroscience and Aphasia Research Unit (http://sites.psych-sci.manchester.ac.uk/naru/). The studentship covers all fees and provides an annual stipend of £14,057, plus additional funding for research training including conferences. This project would suit those with an interest in working with neuropsychological patients using structural and functional neuroimaging. Full details of the project are available here: http://www.findaphd.com/search/projectDetails.aspx?PJID=67615&LID=1033 Interested candidates are encouraged to make contact with Anna Woollams (anna.woollams(a)manchester.ac.uk). I am happy to answer any questions about the project or candidate suitability. We will only consider full applications received by November 25th. Best wishes, Anna W. Dr Anna Woollams Senior Lecturer in Cognitive Neuroscience Neuroscience and Aphasia Research Unit (NARU) School of Psychological Sciences Room 3.22, Zochonis Building University of Manchester Oxford Road Manchester M13 9PL Tel: 0161 306 0453 ============================= he research group for cognitive neuroscience at the university of Tromsø is looking for an enthusiastic PhD candidate who would like to build a career in the cognitive neurosciences. Our lab is based at the Institute of Psychology at the University of Tromsø in the beautiful city of Tromsø, Norway. The PhD will work in the project “Neural and computational correlates of mind wandering” which has the ambitious goal to find brain correlates of mind wandering. The project potentially involves a multitude of involved techniques and methods such as fMRI, EEG, eye-tracking, cognitive modeling and advanced statistical analyses. The project is embedded in an active collaboration between the research group for cognitive neuro- science at UiT and Birte Forstmann’s lab at the university of Amsterdam. Frequent and/or extended visits to our collaborating group are planned. The prospective candidate must hold a Master or equivalent in psychology, informatics, physics or other areas relevant to the research project. Experience with any of the abovementioned techniques techniques will count in favour of the candidate as will experience with programming in any programming language. The research project is led by principal investigator Dr. Matthias Mittner and is embedded in the research group of cognitive neuroscience at the institute of psychology at the university of Tromsø. We encourage interested candidates to contact Matthias Mittner for further information about the project. Research group's Website: http://uit.no/research/cognitive-neuroscience Official announcement and application: http://www.jobbnorge.no/ledige-stillinger/stilling/119210/ Regards, Matthias -------------------------------- Dr. Matthias Mittner matthias.mittner(a)uit.no http://uit.no/research/cognitive-neuroscience Institute for Psychology University of Tromsø Huginbakken 32, 9037 Tromsø, Norway ================================ Dear colleagues, The Translational Neuromodeling Unit at the Swiss Federal Institute of Technology (ETH Zurich) invites applications for a PhD student position. The project will focus on NMDA receptors and fatigue in Multiple Sclerosis. Please see the details about the available position below. Best regards, Gabor Stefanics Open position for a doctoral student (PhD) at TNU Zurich The Translational Neuromodeling Unit (TNU; Director: Prof. K.E. Stephan) is a division of the Institute of Biomedical Engineering at the University of Zurich and the Swiss Federal Institute of Technology (ETH Zurich). Its mission is to translate advances in computational neuroscience into diagnostic tools for psychiatry and neurology. To this end, the TNU brings together computational scientists, psychologists and clinicians who jointly develop mathematical models of maladaptive behaviour and brain disease, and evaluate their diagnostic use in patient studies. For more information, see http://www.translationalneuromodeling.org. Within a custom-designed building, the TNU houses a research clinic with a wide range of experimental facilities (EEG, eye-tracking, pharmacological, psychophysics and behavioural labs). The TNU invites applications for a Doctoral student (PhD) position (duration 3 years) The topic of this PhD project concerns investigations of pathophysiological mechanisms in Multiple Sclerosis (MS) by computational neuroimaging, with a particular focus on (i) EEG investigations of the role of NMDA receptors in MS, and (ii) fMRI studies of mechanisms of fatigue in MS. The project involves both data collection (EEG and fMRI) in patients and healthy controls, as well as advanced data analysis based on neurobiologically informed computational models for inferring on connectivity and synaptic processes. The ideal candidate for this position has a strong interest in clinically relevant empirical research, as well as an ambition to develop skills in computational modelling. Qualifications and requirements: • education in a relevant field (e.g., Psychology, Biology, Medicine, Neuroscience, Statistics, Physics, Computer Science, or Engineering) • good programming skills • fluent German and English • ability to work independently • a team player attitude Additionally, the ideal applicant has experience with: • EEG and fMRI (data collection and analysis) • working with patients • solid statistical knowledge The project will start as soon as possible after January 2016. The salary will be in the range recommended by the Swiss National Science Foundation (approximately CHF 50,000 p.a.). The TNU, located in central Zurich, offers a young, collegial and highly international community, and an exciting interdisciplinary scientific environment at the intersection between computational neuroscience, psychiatry and neurology. Interested students should submit their applications including CV, names and contact information of two references, and a short letter of motivation (outlining their interests and explaining why they meet the above requirements) by email in a single pdf to Gabor Stefanics (tnu-jobs(a)biomed.ee.ethz.ch). Applications which do not fulfil these formal criteria will not be considered. Shortlisted applicants will be invited for interviews. Informal inquiries can be directed to Dr. G. Stefanics (stefanics(a)biomed.ee.ethz.ch). Review of applications will begin immediately and will continue until the position is filled. ======================= Graduate Training in Brain and Cognitive Sciences at the University of Rochester The Department of Brain and Cognitive Sciences (BCS) at the University of Rochester offers opportunities for students interested in earning a doctoral degree in one of the most exciting fields of scientific endeavor. Particular areas of research strength include: language, perception and action, development and learning, concepts and categories, and decision-making. Full details can be found at: http://www.bcs.rochester.edu . Recent news about research done in the department can be found on its Twitter feed: https://twitter.com/UoR_BrainCogSci We seek outstanding candidates from a variety of backgrounds who seek a rigorous program of study and exceptional mentoring in research. All students admitted to the program are offered graduate fellowships that provide a full stipend and cover the costs of tuition and single plan health insurance. The Department has a number of new faculty with research programs focusing on cognitive neuroscience, development of language and cognition, language learning, theoretical and computational neuroscience, and visual neuroscience. Interested applicants can find details at http://www.bcs.rochester.edu/graduate/admission.html The closing date for applications for admission in Fall 2016 is January 1, 2016. Neuroimaging facilities include a research-dedicated 3T Siemens MRI scanner at the Rochester Center for Brain Imaging (RCBI), and also state-of-the-art NIRS and EEG systems. More information can be found at http://www.rcbi.rochester.edu Readers of the SPM list may be particularly interested in work being done by the following faculty members: Richard Aslin (fMRI and NIRS) http://www.bcs.rochester.edu/people/aslin/r_aslin.html Jessica Cantlon (fMRI) http://caoslab.bcs.rochester.edu Brad Mahon (fMRI) http://caoslab.bcs.rochester.edu Rajeev Raizada (fMRI) http://raizadalab.org ========================= Two PhD students “Machine learning analysis of neuroimaging data in psychiatry” Job description The Department of Psychiatry of the University of Amsterdam has vacancies for two PhD students. The overall aim is to discover neuroimaging biomarkers to enable personalized medicine by predicting treatment outcome in psychiatry. Treatment of mood and anxiety disorders typically consists of pharmacotherapy with SSRIs or cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT). Both treatments are successful in about half of the patients. However, a particular patient may benefit more from one than another treatment based on his or her brain state at baseline. The aim is to develop neuroimaging biomarkers to determine the best treatment for a particular patient and thereby increase treatment success rate. We recently found that machine learning analysis of functional MRI data can retrospectively predict treatment outcome in patients with depression on an individual basis. These studies will be the first to determine whether similar methods are suitable for prospective treatment selection using established (e.g., SVM) and novel (e.g., CNN) machine learning techniques. One PhD project will focus on obsessive-compulsive disorder and one PhD project will focus on posttraumatic stress disorder. In addition, you will benefit from the opportunity to analyze recently collected data from related projects. You will collaborate with neuroscientists, biostatisticians, and clinicians. The project is funded by a Vidi grant from the Netherlands Organisation for Scientific Research (NWO/ZonMw). Requirements We are looking for highly talented and dedicated PhD students with a (nearly completed) Master’s degree in a field related to neuroimaging (e.g., biomedical engineering, biophysics, neuroscience) and/or machine learning (e.g., artificial intelligence, bioinformatics, computer science). Excellent candidates from other fields are also encouraged to apply. You have a strong background in programming (e.g., Matlab, Python) and preferably experience with machine learning and neuroimaging. You have good communicative skills for optimal interaction with patients and clinicians and are well able to work independently as well as in a team. You are proficient in English in speech and writing. What we offer We offer a highly challenging multidisciplinary research project for the duration of 4 years, state-of-the-art research facilities and excellent supervision. The starting date is around January 2016. Compensation is according to the collective agreement (CAO-UMC) and amounts from EUR 2200,- gross per month in the first year to EUR 2818,- in the fourth year. You are going to work for AMC Medical Research BV. Contact information For more information regarding the position, you can contact dr. Guido van Wingen (G.A.vanWingen(a)amc.uva.nl). To apply, please provide a motivation letter explaining why you are the right candidate, curriculum vitae, transcript of records including grades, and the names and contact information of two academic references. Please state in which PhD project(s) you are interested. You can only apply online until November 27 via www.amc.nl/vacatures. ========================= In celebration of our 95th anniversary, the School of Psychology and Clinical Language Sciences is delighted to invite applications for a fully funded PhD Studentship in a research project aligned with the Psychopathology & Affective Neuroscience (PAN) Research Division. Housed in state-of-the-art facilities including the Centre for Integrative Neuroscience and Neurodynamics, with research-dedicated MRI, EEG and TMS laboratories, the School has established itself as a leading centre for research in the neural mechanisms underlying emotional processes. The successful candidates will join a thriving postgraduate research community of more than 70 PhD students who benefit from excellent support and resources from the School of Psychology and Clinical Language Sciences (https://www.reading.ac.uk/pcls/) and membership of the University Graduate School (http://www.reading.ac.uk/graduateschool/). For more information about the PAN research expertise, potential applicants are encouraged to contact the PAN Leader, Dr. Carien van Reekum, quoting PAN:GS16-008 in the subject line. For general application procedures, please email Postgradpsycls(a)reading.ac.uk. Eligibility: Applicants should hold or expect to gain a minimum of a high level Honours degree or MSc or equivalent in Psychology, Neuroscience, or a related discipline Each of these three-year studentships covers fees at the UK/EU rate and a maintenance stipend of £14,057. International students are welcome to apply but must be able to pay the difference between UK/EU fees and international fees. Funding Details: Starts October 2016 A 3 year award UK/EU Tuition fees plus stipend around £14,057 pa Application Deadline: 30th November 2015 ======================= Applications are invited for an MRC-funded 3.5-year PhD project working with Dr Jason Taylor and Dr Deborah Talmi at the University of Manchester. The project will use multimodal neuroimaging methods (EEG, fMRI) and advanced analysis techniques (dynamic causal modelling, DCM; representational similarity analysis, RSA) to investigate interactions between processing fluency and recognition memory (familiarity and recollection). Start date is October 2016, with full support provided (MRC DTP scheme) including tuition fees, stipend (£14, 057 pa), and conference/travel allowance. Due to the nature of the funding, this position is open to UK/EU nationals only. The full project description and further information can be found here: http://www.findaphd.com/search/projectDetails.aspx?PJID=67630&LID=1033 Applications will be considered until 25th November. Applicants should hold (or be expected to obtain) a minimum upper-second class undergraduate degree in a related area. A relevant Masters degree or equivalent research experience would be an advantage. Please direct applications in the following format to Dr Jason Taylor (jason.taylor(a)manchester.ac.uk): • Academic CV • Official academic transcripts • Contact details for two suitable referees • A personal statement (750 words maximum) outlining your suitability for the study, what you hope to achieve from the PhD and your research experience to date. Any questions about the project or application process should also be directed to Dr Taylor (jason.taylor(a)manchester.ac.uk). Best wishes, Jason ------------------------------------------------------------------- Dr. Jason Taylor Lecturer Co-Director MSc Neuroimaging for Clinical & Cognitive Neuroscience School of Psychological Sciences The University of Manchester jason.taylor(a)manchester.ac.uk JT: http://www.psych-sci.manchester.ac.uk/staff/jasontaylor DT: http://www.psych-sci.manchester.ac.uk/staff/talmi/ ==================== We are looking for a highly motivated candidates with a Master’s degree (or equivalent) in neuroscience, psychology, biology, or a related field, and with a strong interest in neurodegenerative diseases for a PhD-project. The official job offer is stated below! Hope to see you soon in Bonn! Lukas Scheef ______________________________ Dr. med. Dipl. Phys. Lukas Scheef Clinical Research Group German Center of Neurodegenerative Disorders (DZNE) Ernst-Robert-Curtius-Straße 12 53117 Bonn http://www.dzne.de Within the area of clinical research we have a position for a PhD position (f/m) Neuro Image Analysis – Code 1347/2015/11 Description: You will work in an interdisciplinary team in Bonn focused on Clinical Research. Clinical research at the DZNE aims to investigate causes and preclinical biomarkers of neurodegenerative diseases, and to study normal and pathological brain structure and function in neurodegenerative diseases. To this end the team, led by Prof. Thomas Klockgether, Director of Clinical Research of the DZNE is currently establishing several clinical studies including MR-imaging in a multi-center and single site setting. The study facility in Bonn will encompass state-of-the art apparatus including 3T MRI scanners (Siemens Skyra) as well as a 7T MRI Scanner, advanced bio-banking program and large data storage and computational resources. We invite applications for a PhD project on multimodal brain imaging in Neurodegenerative Diseases (e.g. spinocerebellar ataxia) in the Clinical Research Group at the German Center of Neurodegenerative Diseases, DZNE, Bonn, Germany. Within the framework of multicenter studies the project aims to investigate the structural and functional trace of Neurodegenerative Diseases (e.g. spinocerebellar ataxia) in the human brain. Available methods include resting state fMRI, DTI and morphometry. Interested candidates are encouraged to develop computational modelling skills. Qualifications and experience: We are looking for highly motivated candidates with a Master’s degree (or equivalent) in neuroscience, psychology, biology, or a related field, and with a strong interest in neurodegenerative diseases. Programming skills in Matlab and experience with resting-state fMRI are an advantage. Demonstrable interest in quantitative research, strong analytical skills, ability for independent and critical thinking, and excellent communication and writing skills in the English language are a prerequisite. Creative, highly motivated and team-oriented candidates, who dare to take initiative and enjoy working in a fast-growing, dynamic research environment in an internationally oriented biomedical institution, are strongly encouraged to apply. We offer:  An interesting and challenging task in a research center that works on the future topics of health research  An international environment characterized by a strong focus on science and research  A high potential for the individual development of our employees  Targeted personnel development  A full-time position, initially temporary limited to two year  Employment, payment and social benefits are consistent with those at other research institutes Job location is Bonn, Germany. Common language at work is English or German. The DZNE is an equal opportunity employer. The DZNE especially welcomes and encourages disabled individuals to apply. Interested candidates should send their applications including CV with transcripts or degree certificates, a brief statement of research interests and contact details of two referees in a single file to: application(a)dzne.de References may be taken up as part of the candidate selection and prior to interview. Applicants who do not wish referees to be contacted without prior notice and consent should make this explicitly clear on their application. The German Center for Neurodegenerative Diseases (DZNE) is a center of excellence within the Helmholtz Association that performs translational research on Neurodegenerative Diseases. The center includes nine high-performing sites in Bonn, Berlin, Dresden, Göttingen, Magdeburg, Munich, Rostock/Greifswald, Tübingen and Witten. ========================== PhD Studentship: Magnetoencephalography (MEG) Imaging in Dementia with Lewy Bodies Department of Psychiatry, University of Cambridge The Department of Psychiatry, University of Cambridge, is pleased to announce one PhD Studentship supported by The Lewy Body Society, to start in October 2016. Applications are welcome. The PhD project will focus on understanding the underlying neurobiological processes in Dementia with Lewy Bodies using Magnetetoencephalography (MEG) and MRI, and will be carried out under the supervision of Dr Li Su and Professor John O’Brien. The successful student will join our team at Department of Psychiatry, School of Clinical Medicine, located at the Cambridge Biomedical Campus on the Addenbrooke’s site. The Department has an outstanding international reputation and expertise in undertaking clinical and neuroimaging studies of neurological and psychiatric diseases, including dementia, and collaborates closely with the University departments of radiology, clinical neuroscience and Wolfson Brain Imaging Centre. The University of Cambridge is consistently ranked among the top universities in the world. The MEG scanner is hosted at the highly renowned MRC Cognition and Brain Sciences Unit (MRC CBSU), one of the only 9 MEG research facilities in the UK. The Department welcomes applications with a good degree in experimental psychology, medicine, neuroscience, statistics, physics, computer science or a related scientific discipline. The successful applicant will have some experience of, or good understanding of the issues involved in, conducting neuroimaging research on clinical populations. Excellent communication and organisational skills are essential. Due to the nature of the project, strong competence in quantitative methods and analytical skills is also essential. Programming skills in Matlab or similar languages would be desirable. Applicants for the Studentship should have, or expect to gain a 1st class or 2.1 class Honours degree in an appropriate subject, and may also have completed further research training or a Masters degree. The stipend will be paid at Research Councils UK rates for the 3 year duration of the award with no fourth year. Only the fees for home/EU students will be met in full. In addition, the Studentship includes funding for MEG scanning costs of the research, and costs for travel to scientific conferences. To apply, please email the following documents to the Education Administrator (Sarah Rowe) email: sr724(a)medschl.cam.ac.uk: i) An academic CV (maximum 2 pages) ii) Two official academic references (please ask your referees to send these directly to the Education Administrator) iii) A research proposal within the remit of MEG imaging in DLB (maximum 1000 words, excluding bibliography or figures) iv) A cover letter indicating: o a brief summary of your research interests and any completed research conducted; o a clear summary of your analytical skills and levels; o a clear statement of your eligibility for this funding award (see below). Applications must be received by midnight on 6th Dec 2015. Interviews are likely to be held on 16th Dec 2015. Enquiries regarding the administration of the application process, or potential supervisors, should be directed via email to the Education Administrator, Sarah Rowe, email:sr724@medschl.cam.ac.uk tel: + 44 (0) 1223 746 105. FURTHER INFORMATION Applicants should note the following before submitting their application: 1. Applicants should contact Dr Li Su (email ls514(a)cam.ac.uk) for further information about the studies programme and supervisory possibilities. General information about these is available via the Department of Psychiatry’s website at www.psychiatry.cam.ac.uk/ or via the Cambridge Neuroscience website at www.neuroscience.cam.ac.uk/ or via the clinical school website at www.medschl.cam.ac.uk/research/Themes/neuro.html. 2. Full awards (fees plus maintenance stipend) are open to UK and EU nationals. 3. For full minimum entry requirements, including fluency in English language please refer to the Departmental website. ============================

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YNiC Science Committee Meeting - 26th November
by Sarah Finch 20 Nov '15

20 Nov '15

The YNiC Science Committee meeting will be held on Thursday 26th November at 10am in B101. The agenda for the meeting is attached. Many thanks Sarah -- Sarah Finch | PA to Gary Green, Director York Neuroimaging Centre | The Biocentre | York Science Park | Heslington | York | YO10 5NY 01904 435329 Working hours are Tues 8.15 -14.45, Weds 8.15-17.15, Thurs 9.30-17.30 and Fri 8.15-14.45

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YNiC Science Committee meeting date
by Sarah Finch 19 Nov '15

19 Nov '15

*Sent on behalf of Jonny Smallwood* The date for the next YNiC Science Committee meeting is Thursday 26th November at 10am and will be held in B101. YNiC users are welcome to come along to this meeting to ask questions and make suggestions about the running of YNiC. If you wish to raise something, please drop me a line (j <mailto:beth.jefferies@york.ac.uk>onny.smallwood(a)york.ac.uk <mailto:onny.smallwood@york.ac.uk>) before the meeting so that I can add it to the agenda. If you are unable to come along but you want to raise a point for discussion, that is fine too - just get in touch. Many thanks Sarah -- Sarah Finch | PA to Gary Green, Director York Neuroimaging Centre | The Biocentre | York Science Park | Heslington | York | YO10 5NY 01904 435329 Working hours are Tues 8.15 -14.45, Weds 8.15-17.15, Thurs 9.30-17.30 and Fri 8.15-14.45

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YNiC seminar - Thurs 19th Nov
by Sarah Finch 17 Nov '15

17 Nov '15

Good morning, Please be advised that there will *not* be a YNiC seminar this week. The next YNiC seminar will be on Thursday 26th November at 4pm in B020 and will be for all PIs. As a reminder, this seminar will cover the new operational details for IT and MRI scans within YNiC. We will present the new scheme for managing disk space; plans for improving IT services as a whole; the question of MRI hours; MRI Training for Operators and provide a brief update on the new MRI scanner. Many thanks -- Sarah Finch | PA to Gary Green, Director York Neuroimaging Centre | The Biocentre | York Science Park | Heslington | York | YO10 5NY 01904 435329 Working hours are Tues 8.15 -14.45, Weds 8.15-17.15, Thurs 9.30-17.30 and Fri 8.15-14.45

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TMS lab temporarily closed
by Andre Gouws 16 Nov '15

16 Nov '15

Hi all, Further to my previous emails, we have had re-occurrences of the triggering issues in TMS. Unfortunately we are going to have to suspend he use of the lab for safety reasons until we can get to the bottom of the issue. We realise that TMS is currently very busy and will work as a priority to get everything up and running. However, obviously safety has to be our primary priority. We will keep you updated. Andre' -- ************************************************************************ Andre Gouws York Neuroimaging Centre The Biocentre York Science Park Heslington YO10 5NY Tel: +44 (0) 1904 435328 Fax: +44 (0) 1904 435356

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