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YNiC Software Upgrade
by Mark Hymers 16 Sep '15

16 Sep '15

Dear all, As announced previously, YNiC staff will be performing a large software upgrade on Monday and Tuesday next week. All systems (including remote desktop) will be unavailable for the duration of the upgrade and the centre itself will be closed to users. An email will be sent to ynic-users once systems are back online and the centre is open. Details of the upgrade can be found at: https://www.ynic.york.ac.uk/docs/ITPages/Summer2015Upgrade **Please note that we are changing default versions of a range of software, including some analysis software - please ensure that you have read this email or the page concerned** A summary of the current version of the page follows: =================================================================================== Operating System ---------------- The primary YNiC operating system will change from Debian 7.0 (wheezy) to Debian 8.0 (jessie). The window system in use will remain as XFCE and we do not expect many major changes in the appearance of the system. General Applications -------------------- The following applications will be replaced: * evince (PDF viewer) will be replaced by atril * eog (Image viewer) will be replaced by eom * File Roller (File compression utility) will be replaced by engrampa * Gedit (Text editor) will be replaced by pluma FSL --- The default version of FSL will change to 5.0.8. This is a major change from 4.1. FSL 4.1.9 is still available on the system. Details of how to use a non-default FSL version can be found at docs/ITPages/FAQ/FSL/Versions. Our advice is not to mix and match versions of FSL within analyses, but to start new projects using 5.0. FSL 5.0 includes new atlases and segmentations - these are all installed in the usual location /usr/share/fsl/data. Python ------ python2.7 and python3.4 are available on the YNiC systems. YNiC still primarily supports python2, however we are aiming for a complete python3 system where possible and will attempt to backport any modules needed to support a full scientific software stack on python3. We aim to change our default version of python to python3 from Summer 2016 (subject to all modules being available in time). Taught courses using Python in 2015/16 will use python2, but will aim to use python3 compatible syntax. Python Modules -------------- The complete list of python module changes is available at the page linked above. Matlab ------ The default version of MATLAB is now 8.5 (R2015a). For backwards compatibility, MATLAB 7.14 (R2012a) is also available. MATLAB Toolboxes ---------------- * SPM 2 and 5 remain available at their existing versions. * SPM 8 has been updated to r6313. * SPM 12 has been updated to r6470. R - * R has been upgraded from 2.15 to 3.1.1. * Rstudio has been upgraded from 0.97.551 to 0.99.484. * Various R libraries have been upgraded. Freesurfer ---------- Only freesurfer 5.3 will now be supported. Freesurfer 5.1 has been removed. The exact revision (CVS date) of freesurfer 5.3 will be confirmed before upgrade. The existing pool of automatic freesurfer extractions was generated using freesurfer 5.1. We intend to archive these and regenerate (over the next few weeks) all of the extractions using the updated freesurfer 5.3. =================================================================================== If you have any queries, please contact myself <mark.hymers(a)ynic.york.ac.uk> or Paul Elliott <paul.elliott(a)ynic.york.ac.uk> Thanks, Mark -- Mark Hymers, York Neuroimaging Centre Please note that my email address is: mark.hymers(a)ynic.york.ac.uk Responses to messages sent to other addresses may be delayed

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Fwd: [BIC-announce] Postdoc, PhD and RA positions available at the BIC
by Jonny Smallwood 12 Sep '15

12 Sep '15

Please find an advert for positions at the Brain Imaging Centre at the MNI.: *From: *"Andrea Bernasconi, Dr." <andrea.bernasconi(a)mcgill.ca> *Subject: **[BIC-announce] Postdoc, PhD and RA positions available at the BIC* *Date: *September 11, 2015 at 4:20:50 PM GMT-4 *To: *BIC-announce <bic-announce(a)bic.mni.mcgill.ca> We are currently looking for *3* enthusiastic and skilled team players (*1 PhD student, 1 Postdoc, 1 RA*) to join the *Neuroimaging of Epilepsy Laboratory* at the Brain Imaging Center (BIC) of the Montreal Neurological Institute (McGill University, Montreal, Canada) http://www.bic.mni.mcgill.ca/~noel Our lab is part of the BIC, an internationally recognized and multidisciplinary centre of neuroimaging, and associated to the Epilepsy Group of the Montreal Neurological Institute and Hospital, a tertiary center that evaluates approximately 200 patients per year for the pre-surgical investigation of drug-resistant seizures. Our group brings together graduate students and postdoctoral fellows in Neuroscience, Cognitive Science, Computer Science, Biomedical Engineering, and Neurology. We use high- and ultra-high field (3 and 7T) structural and functional MRI analysis to characterize cortical architecture, function, metabolism, and networks. We seek to identify novel patient phenotypes and biomarkers of disease. Main topics include automated lesion detection through neuroimage-based machine-learning, surface-based subcortical and cortical modelling, analysis of brain networks using graph-theory. We are interested in tracking disease progression and its consequences on brain plasticity, connectivity, and cognition. The *postdoctoral fellow *will carry our research projects that combine multi-modal neuroimaging with advanced data analysis (graph theoretical network analysis, machine learning, multivariate modeling) in large and well-documented cohorts of patients with drug-resistant epilepsy. Possibility to participate in several multi-centric and longitudinal studies. Requirements: PhD in Neuroscience, Computer Science, Cognitive Science, Engineering, or related fields; experience in neuroimaging, data analysis, programming; strong publication record. The *PhD student* will perform research centered on the development of neuroimaging applications to improve our understanding and diagnostic routines of human epilepsy. The PhD will be carried out within the Integrated Program in Neuroscience at McGill University (IPN, https://www.mcgill.ca/ipn/), the largest inter-disciplinary, inter-departmental graduate program in neuroscience in Canada. Requirements: MSc in Neuroscience, Cognitive Science, Computer Science, Biomedical Engineering, or related fields; solid mathematical and statistical knowledge; previous experience in neuroimaging and data analysis is an asset. The *full-time research assistant (RA)* will help with subject recruitment; administration of questionnaires and neurocognitive tasks; MRI scheduling and data acquisition (with assistance of technician); data quality-control and image processing; database management; technical support. Requirements: BSc/BA in Neuroscience, Cognitive Science, Psychology, or related fields; organizational talent and computer skills; willingness to accept flexible working schedule; knowledge of French (spoken and written). All candidates are expected to show strong communication skills and willingness to learn and help others within a multidisciplinary team. Starting dates are flexible. ** Full applications (cover letter, CV, and names of 2 referees; PhD candidates should also send transcripts) should be sent to: andrea.bernasconi(a)mcgill.ca _______________________________________________ BIC-announce mailing list BIC-announce(a)bic.mni.mcgill.ca http://www.bic.mni.mcgill.ca/mailman/listinfo/bic-announce -- Jonathan Smallwood Reader in Psychology / Cognitive Neuroscience University of York, England.

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YNiC Science day tomorrow, 13:30
by James Davey 08 Sep '15

08 Sep '15

Hello Everyone, Just a reminder that the second YNiC science day is tomorrow at 13:30, here in the Psychology department. I have attached the previously circulated flyer as well as the program for this year. YNiC science day 2015 program <https://docs.google.com/a/york.ac.uk/document/d/12OFO2gwpiwWx41jWTM_g6DotsY…> Hope to see you all there! James D

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YNiC annual closure for service upgrades
by Gary Green 08 Sep '15

08 Sep '15

Dear All Every year we perform an overhaul of all of the systems and software within YNiC. Most of the work goes on in the background but for the final part of this we need to close the Centre so that all the software installs can take place and any necessary hardware changes can be made. This year the Centre will be closed on the 21st and 22nd of September. No computer services, including the remote desktop server will be available. An email will be sent to all users when normal service is resumed. The Centre will be physically closed as well to all users on those days Thanks 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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Remote desktop usage
by Mark Hymers 02 Sep '15

02 Sep '15

Hi all, We've recently started seeing people using the remote desktop server to perform large scale analyses. This is just a reminder that it is not for that sort of work. Performing large scale analysis jobs in this way impacts on other users of the system and has caused us to have to kill jobs. Large scale analysis jobs *must* be submitted to the cluster. This is fairly straightforward for FSL jobs, MATLAB jobs, python scripts and most other general tools. There are some examples on the YNiC wiki: https://www.ynic.york.ac.uk/docs/ITPages/Cluster https://www.ynic.york.ac.uk/docs/ITPages/MRI/FSLCluster https://www.ynic.york.ac.uk/docs/ITPages/IT/ClusterMatlab https://www.ynic.york.ac.uk/docs/ITPages/IT/ClusterScripts We are going to work on improving the documentation regarding use of the cluster. In the meantime, if you have any questions regarding using the cluster for analysis, please contact either myself <mark.hymers(a)ynic.york.ac.uk> or Paul Elliott <paul.elliott(a)ynic.york.ac.uk> Thanks, Mark -- Mark Hymers, York Neuroimaging Centre Please note that my email address is: mark.hymers(a)ynic.york.ac.uk Responses to messages sent to other addresses may be delayed

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This Thursday's ynic project presentation and connectivity club
by Gary Green 02 Sep '15

02 Sep '15

Dear Users This Thursday we will have a shared session with an internal project proposal presentation and a connectivity club session. Both will take place in B020 starting at 15:30 till 17:00. 1) Project proposal by Kay Weibert (15:30-16:00): "Do patterns of response in face-selective regions represent facial identity?" 2) Connectivity club with Dr Boris Bernhardt from the Montreal Neurological Institute (16-17:00). He works with several different methods of brain imaging and uses these tools in both healthy and non healthy populations. Everyone is welcome to attend. Refreshments will be available after the seminar. -- --------------- 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 : Jackie Mayhew tel +44 (0) 1904 435329 fax +44 (0) 1904 435356 Jackie Mayhew <jcm529(a)york.ac.uk>

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YNiC Science Day - 9th September
by James Davey 01 Sep '15

01 Sep '15

Hello everyone, Please find enclosed a program for the upcoming YNiC science day. Please let me know if you wish to attend so that I can make sure we have enough tea/coffee and biscuits! I have also attached the flyer if you missed my previous email. Thanks, James D

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jobs etc
by Gary Green 31 Aug '15

31 Aug '15

1. The Cohen Laboratory in the Department of Psychology and Neuroscience at the University of North Carolina, Chapel Hill, directed by Dr. Jessica Cohen, is seeking a full-time lab manager or research assistant beginning January 2016. We investigate how functional brain networks interact and reconfigure when confronted with changing cognitive demands, when experiencing transformations across development, and when facing disruptions in healthy functioning due to disease. The lab uses behavioral, neuroimaging, and clinical approaches taken from neuroscience, psychology, and mathematics to address our research questions. This is an excellent position for anyone who would like to pursue graduate work in cognitive, developmental, and/or clinical neuroscience. Responsibilities include recruiting and scheduling participants for research studies (healthy adults, typically developing children, and children with ADHD), data collection (MRI and behavioral), data analysis (using neuroimaging software such as FSL, SPM, AFNI), administrative duties, IRB management, and general management of lab operations. Necessary qualifications include: 1) an undergraduate degree in Psychology, Neuroscience, Computer Science, or a related field; 2) prior research experience with human participants; and 3) strong organizational, interpersonal communication, and writing skills, and high motivation and initiative. Preference will be given to applicants who additionally have experience with: 1) unix, python, matlab, or another programming language; 2) neuroimaging analysis software (e.g., FSL, AFNI, SPM); 3) collecting and analyzing fMRI data; and 4) working with children. Commitment must be for at least one year, but position can be extended. Interested applicants should send their CV, at least two letters of reference, transcript with relevant coursework, and a cover letter describing their research interests and career goals to Dr. Jessica Cohen (jrcohen(a)unc.edu <mailto:jrcohen@unc.edu>). Additional information can be found at: http://cohenlab.web.unc.edu/ ========================= 2. Postdoctoral position: MULTIMODAL IMAGING OF NETWORK CONNECTIVITY IN AUTISM Brain Development Imaging Laboratory The Brain Development Imaging Laboratory (BDIL) at the Dept. of Psychology, San Diego State University (SDSU), is offering 1-2 postdoctoral positions in multimodal MRI. Post-doctoral positions will be supported by several newly funded NIH projects examining brain network organization across the lifespan in autism spectrum disorders (ASD). Research at BDIL (www.sci.sdsu.edu/bdil) applies diffusion weighted imaging techniques (tensor-based, multi-fiber, multi-shell imaging), anatomical MRI, fMRI, functional connectivity MRI, MR spectroscopy as well as behavioral and neuropsychological measures to investigate the brain bases of ASD and age-related change across the lifespan (1-65 years). BDIL collaborates with experts in MR physics, radiology, EEG, MEG, and bioinformatics to implement innovative imaging and analysis techniques (e.g., simultaneous fMR/EEG recording, combined MEG and MRI). BDIL researchers have full access to the UCSD Center for Functional MRI (http://fmri.ucsd.edu/), with two 3T human research scanners (32 channel head coils), led by top experts in radiology physics. Applicants should have experience in multimodal MRI (data acquisition, preprocessing, analysis). Experience in other imaging modalities (EEG, MEG) will be relevant, but not indispensable. Applicants with experience in the study of autism or other developmental disorders may be preferred. Please e-mail CV, research statement, reprints, and 3 letters of recommendation to Ralph-Axel Müller at:rmueller@sdsu.edu. ================================ 3. UCL INSTITUTE OF NEUROLOGY Wellcome Trust Centre for Neuroimaging 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 conducts cutting-edge research by means of functional and structural brain imaging, and is equipped with three 3 T MRI scanners (Siemens Tim Trio with 32-ch head coil), an MEG system (CTF/VSM), and MR compatible EEG and TMS systems. One of the MRI systems is equipped with an optical tracking system for prospective motion correction (Kineticor). We are seeking a highly motivated individual to work within the physics group at the WTCN reporting to Prof. Nikolaus Weiskopf, Head of MRI Physics. The group specializes in the development of a broad range of methods, including diffusion, structural and functional imaging, based on understanding the underlying MR physics, to arrive at efficient solutions. Current projects include, but are not limited to, maximizing acquisition efficiency and resolution, artifacts correction including optical prospective motion correction and quantitative MRI (see http://www.fil.ion.ucl.ac.uk/Research/physics.html). As a member of the WTCN Physics Group, the post holder will be expected to support ongoing neuroscience research. The appointee will be engaged in his/her own research projects to improve and develop novel MRI acquisition methods related to the primary projects of the group. Particular emphasis will be placed on fMRI acquisition methods with very high temporal and spatial resolution, to enable unprecedented studies of connectivity and functional microstructure. 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 available immediately and is funded by the Wellcome Trust until November 2017, in the first instance. Salary will be in the range of £33,353 - £40,313 pa on UCL Grade 7 (Research Associate) or £41,430-£48,873 pa on UCL Grade 8 (Senior Research Associate) including London Allowance and superannuable. You should apply for this post through UCL's online recruitment http://www.ucl.ac.uk/hr/jobs where you can download a job description and person specification using ref: 1485072. 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(a)ucl.ac.uk <mailto:IoN.HRAdmin@ucl.ac.uk>). *Informal enquiries to Prof Nikolaus Weiskopf (email: **n.weiskopf(a)ucl.ac.uk <mailto:n.weiskopf@ucl.ac.uk>**)*. Further information on the lab: *http://www.fil.ion.ucl.ac.uk/Research/physics.html* ** *Closing date: *20 September 2015 /UCL Taking Action for Equality/ ________________________________ Dr. Martina Callaghan Deputy Head of Physics & Senior Research Associate Wellcome Trust Centre for Neuroimaging Institute of Neurology University College London 12 Queen Square London WC1N 3BG UK Tel: +44-20-344-84383 (internal ext 84383) Email: m.callaghan(a)ucl.ac.uk <mailto:m.callaghan@ucl.ac.uk> ====================================== 4. A new postdoctoral opportunity has arisen here in Cardiff, at the new Cardiff University Brain Research Imaging Centre (CUBRIC -http://sites.cardiff.ac.uk/cubric ). The is is a chance for a smart microstructural imager to get their hands on Cardiff's new 300 mT/m Connectome and 7T systems (seehttp://sites.cardiff.ac.uk/cubric/facilities/mri ) and get involved in an interesting modeling project focused on delivery of drugs / cells. The ad has just been posted here: http://www.ismrm.org/jobs/j05565.pdf and linked here: http://www.ismrm.org/career-center/postdoctoral-positions/ Please drop me a line with any informal enquiries. Thanks for reading! Derek Jones =============================== 5. University of Connecticut College of Liberal Arts and Sciences Postdoctoral Fellow in Cognitive Neuroscience The University of Connecticut’s new Brain Imaging Research Center (BIRC) invites The BIRC is a 3,200 square foot, research-dedicated imaging facility housing a research-dedicated 3T Siemens Prisma scanner and simultaneous high-density EEG/ERP, with a major focus of cognitive neuroscience research. The Postdoctoral Fellow will contribute to multiple funded NIH studies of language processing, reading, word acquisition, and cognition, under PIs Dr. Jay Rueckl and Dr. Peter Molfese. Prior experience in research using MRI/fMRI is required. Responsibilities will include the design and execution of fMRI and behavioral experiments; fMRI data analysis; formulating and participating in writing of scientific papers as part of the research team; participating in grant writing towards the eventual goal of independent funding; and developing independent projects in the areas of speech, reading, and language. Minimum Qualifications: · Ph.D. in Psychology, Cognitive Neuroscience, or Related Field · Experience with fMRI Experimental Design · Experience with MRI/fMRI Data Analysis (e.g. AFNI, FSL, SPM, Freesurfer) Preferred Qualifications: · Strong Analytical & Statistical Skills (e.g. SEM, HLM, Data Mining) · Experience with EEG/ERP Data Collection and Analysis · Programming Skills (e.g. C/C++, Python, R, E-PRIME) · Experience with Computational Modeling The anticipated start date is September 1, 2015, but is negotiable. Salary will be commensurate with qualifications and experience. Interested applicants should send a cover letter describing qualifications, a CV, and any supporting materials to UConn Careers (www.jobs.uconn.edu). Select “Apply Now" to be redirected to Academic Jobs Online to complete your application. Names of three references should be included in the cover letter; letters will be submitted to Academic Jobs Online. Inquiries can be addressed to Peter Molfese, Chair o Screening of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled. The University of Connecticut is an EEO/AA employer. https://academicjobsonline.org/ajo/jobs/5759 =============================== 6. Applications are invited for two Post-Doctoral positions in the Brain and Language Lab (www.brainandlanguagelab.org <http://www.brainandlanguagelab.org>) at the University of Geneva.The positions are for 2.5 years, and will be at the new Biotech Campus (http://www.campusbiotech.ch/en/). 1. For the first position, candidates should have a degree in Cognitive Neuroscience, Biomedical Engineering, Computational Neuroscience or a related field, and should have solid experience in brain imaging data analysis, computational modelling, pattern recognition, machine learning, statistics and programming. The projects will involve the use and development of computational morphometry and of computational modeling to study auditory cortex structure and function in healthy individuals, in experts and in individuals with dyslexia. 2. For the second position, candidates should have a background in Psychology and/or Cognitive Neuroscience, and should have solid experience in functional and structural brain imaging data analysis. The projects will include brain imaging and behavioural studies on multilingualism and expertise, with a focus on executive skills and statistical learning. The salary is competitive, starting salary at 68, 964 CHF/year or more depending on experience. The positions are 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 <mailto:Narly.Golestani@unige.ch>. =====================

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YNiC seminar 3rd September
by Rebecca E Millman 31 Aug '15

31 Aug '15

Dear Users This Thursday (4-5 pm in B020), Katja Weibert will give an internal project proposal presentation on "Do patterns of response in face-selective regions represent facial identity?". Everyone is welcome to attend. Refreshments will be available after the seminar. Best wishes Rebecca -- Dr. Rebecca E. Millman York Neuroimaging Centre The Biocentre York Science Park York YO10 5DG Email: rem(a)ynic.york.ac.uk Tel: 01904 435 5373

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phds/jobs
by Gary Green 24 Aug '15

24 Aug '15

1. he Faculty of Psychology, Department of Experimental and Applied Sciences, Research Group of Biological Psychology of the Vrije Universiteit Brussel (VUB) seeks a highly motivated candidate for a PhD position on a project on the impact of different sub-processes in emotion regulation within the recovery of stressful events on sleep and neural correlates. The aim of the project is to disentangle emotion regulation in its sub-processes and assess their respective effectiveness on the behavioral and on the neurophysiological level. Profile: The candidate must have a research master in the behavioral sciences, bio-medical sciences, or affective- and cognitive (neuro-) science, or related areas. Excellent English communication and writing skills are required. Methodological and statistical competence and coding experience such as matlab or python, experience with experimental research, psychophysiological methods, and/or neuro-imaging techniques is considered as advantageous. The position requires enrollment in the PhD-program of the Faculty of Psychology and Educational Sciences. The research will be done in collaboration with Prof. Daniele Marinazzo, Prof. Monica Dhar and other experts in the field. Interested candidates can apply by email, providing a motivation letter, full curriculum vitae, including all university study results, and the names and contact information of at least two references. The deadline for application is August 25, 2015. Interested? For additional information you can contact: Prof. Marie Vandekerckhove: Marie.Vandekerckhove(a)vub.ac.be =============== 2. Post-Doc position in multisensory neuroimaging (MEG/EEG) studies at the Centre for Cognitive Neuroimaging, Glasgow, UK The post is advertised in the context of the EU-funded ERC project "Understanding the neural mechanisms of multisensory perception based on computational principles". The integrative neuroscience laboratory is dedicated to understanding the integration of multisensory information in the brain. The planned studies use state of the art imaging methodology (MEG, and possibly fMRI or EEG) combined with quantitative data analysis to better understand when and how the brain combines different sensory channels to inform perception. Further details about our research can be found on our website (http://inl.ccni.gla.ac.uk/). The project is based in a vibrant research environment and leading neuroimaging facility (http://www.ccni.gla.ac.uk/). The job requires all aspects of study design, implementation, data collection, data analysis as well as assisting in the supervision of junior lab members, presenting at conferences and participating in the writing up of the results. Applicants should have (or expect to receive in the near future) a PhD in neuroscience, cognitive science, psychology, mathematics, computer science or another relevant discipline. We are especially interested in devotion to advanced quantitative data analysis including the capabilities to program or modify analysis code and the ideal applicant will have a strong analytical background and direct experience using MATLAB software. Experience with neuroimaging would be an advantage. Any applicant should have enthusiasm, and a clear, demonstrable capacity for acquiring expertise in these techniques. This position is funded for up to 4 years from November 2015, at UK RA Salary Grade 7 (£33,242 – £37,394 per annum). Please apply online at www.glasgow.ac.uk/jobs, reference Nr 011135 Closing date: 13th September 2015 Questions may be directed to the PI: Christoph.Kayser(a)glasgow.ac.uk. =========================== 3. Post-doctoral position, Cincinnati, Ohio USA We invite applications for a post-doctoral research position in Neurology at Cincinnati Children’s Hospital Medical Center (CCHMC). The successful applicant will contribute to ongoing MEG studies of pediatric language and epilepsy. This is a two-year position focused in one or more of the following areas: · Methods for multimodal neuroimaging, with a focus on integration of fMRI and MEG data · Source-space connectivity techniques, designed to overcome challenges related to leakage, impact of inverse solution, etc. · Validation of integrated imaging and analysis protocols for mapping language in children undergoing epilepsy surgery (MEG, fMRI, EEG, ECoG, stimulation mapping, pathology, and outcome data available) The post-doctoral fellow will regularly interact with clinical and research faculty, other post-docs, graduate students, and research staff in the Divisions of Neurology and Radiology, the Pediatric Neuroimaging Research Consortium (PNRC) and the Imaging Research Center (IRC). He/she is expected to contribute to our regular research discussions, and to present at research meetings within CCHMC and at major conferences (e.g., BIOMAG, OHBM). The successful candidate will have completed their PhD in biomedical or electrical engineering, physics, computer science, psychology, neuroscience, or a related discipline. He/she will have experience in collection and analysis of electrophysiological data, expertise in signal processing, with strong programming skills (MATLAB or a similar computing environment). The ideal candidate would also have prior experience in neuroimaging and a solid background in neuroanatomy, and familiarity with M/EEG analysis software (e.g., Brainstorm, Brainwave, BESA, FieldTrip/SPM, MNE). All qualified recent graduates, or those nearing completion of their PhD, are encouraged to apply. CCHMC is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, genetic information, physical or mental disability, military or veteran status, sexual orientation, or other protected status in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws and regulations. Applicants should submit a cover letter and current CV (including a list of scholarly publications), along with the names and contact information for three referees to: Darren S. Kadis, PhD Assistant Professor, Division of Neurology Pediatric Neuroimaging Research Consortium Cincinnati Children's Hospital Medical Center c/o Kimra Smith Kimra.Smith(a)cchmc.org Review of applications will begin immediately. We anticipate a start date in the fall, 2015. ============================= 4. The Neuroimaging Research Core at the Marcus Autism Center in the Department of Pediatrics at Emory University, in collaboration with the Biomedical Imaging Technology Center in the Department of Biomedical Engineering at Emory University/Georgia Tech, is offering a full time position as Postdoctoral Research Fellow /Research Associate. The Neuroimaging Research Core at Marcus is currently conducting two large-scale MRI studies: The first longitudinal study is to understand the typical brain development in infants from 0 to 6 months as well as the impact of autism spectrum disorders (ASD) to the early brain development. The second one involves the study of brain development in school-aged children, with the focus on the developmental unfolding of ASD and its relationship with the subjective perception of stimulus salience. The Biomedical Imaging Technology Center is a research center of the Wallace H. Coulter Department of Biomedical Engineering, a joint department of Georgia Tech and Emory University specializing in the technical development of MRI. The Marcus Autism Center is a not-for-profit organization dedicated to the diagnosis and treatment of children with Autism Spectrum Disorders (ASD). It is the country’s largest center for clinical care of children and adolescents with ASD, with more than 5,000 unique children and their families served each year. The Center is also one of the national hubs of science in the field of developmental disabilities, designated by NIH as an Autism Center of Excellence. Applicants should have a Ph.D. degree in Biomedical Engineering, MR physics, Computer Sciences, Neuroscience, Psychology or related fields, as well as research experience in MRI image analyses. Prior experience with diffusion MRI is especially preferred. Experience with MRI analysis software packages (i.e., FSL, AFNI for diffusion and functional MRI data analyses) and computer programming skills (MATLAB, C/C++ & Bash scripts) are required. The applicant will be expected to i) develop computational and statistics methods to analyze neuroimaging data (especially structural and diffusion MRI data) from infants and school-aged children; ii) design and implement novel dedicated equipment for optimizing data collection from infants and children; iii) participate in acquiring neuroimaging data; iv) prepare manuscripts and extramural grants, and (v) collaborate with MRI physicists, social neuroscientists, engineers, and clinicians. The position-holder will be co-mentored by and closely collaborate with Drs. Longchuan Li (Marcus Autism Center & Biomedical Imaging Technology Center), Xiaoping Hu (Director of Biomedical Imaging Technology Center), Sarah Shultz (Co-Director of Neuroimaging Core at Marcus Autism Center) and Warren Jones (Director of Social Neuroscience Lab at Marcus Autism Center). The position is available immediately and the initial appointment is for one year. Renewal is expected if progress is satisfactory. Emory University School of Medicine offers competitive benefits and salary package and has been ranked high as one of the “Best Places to Work for Postdocs”. Interested candidates should email to Dr. Longchuan Li (lli36(a)emory.edu), with a cover letter and CV. Qualified candidates will be asked to have 3 letters of reference forwarded to Dr. Li. ====================== 5. A postdoctoral position is available with Dr. Katherine Karlsgodt in the Cognitive and Clinical Neuroscience Group, part of the Zucker Hillside Hospital and NorthShore-LIJ Psychiatry Research Division and the Feinstein Institute for Medical Research. The focus of the group is on developmental psychopathology, in particular, in the development of functional and structural connectivity in adolescents with psychotic and mood disorders. We are particularly interested in researchers who have a strong interest in and history of research in neurodevelopment and/or psychosis. The ideal candidate will have demonstrated skills in neuroimaging, particularly diffusion tensor imaging (DTI), task based functional MRI (fMRI), and resting state fMRI. The start date is flexible, from August-September 2015 onwards. The Zucker Hillside Hospital is located in Queens, New York and has a long history of research in schizophrenia and related disorders. For more details, interested applicants should email a CV and a brief description of research interests and experience to Katherine Karlsgodt, at kkarlsgodt(a)nshs.edu. ========================== 6. Postdoctoral Fellowship at Duke-National University of Singapore Multimodal Neuroimaging in Neuropsychiatric Disorders Laboratory, Center for Cognitive Neuroscience at Duke-NUS Graduate Medical School, National University of Singapore is looking for postdoctoral fellow in cognitive neuroscience and/or multimodal neuroimaging. Our group studies the human neural bases of social-emotion, cognition, and memory functions and the associated vulnerability patterns in neuropsychiatric disorders, including neurodegenerative diseases (focusing on AD, FTD and preclinical stages) and Schizophrenia. Multimodal neuroimaging and psychophysical techniques are employed, including magnetic resonance imaging (MRI), functional MRI, diffusion tensor imaging, and electroencephalography (EEG). We are interested in developing computational methods to examine the network-level structural and functional brain connectivity to shed light on the neurobiological mechanism of disease, paving the way for early detection and intervention. Candidates must have a passionate enthusiasm for research, a strong background in one of the following fields: computational neuroscience, cognitive neuroscience, neuropsychiatric disorders, neuroimaging analyses, mathematics/statistics/machine learning or related-fields. He/she should also possess the ability to take the initiative, work independently and be motivated to work in a highly collaborative and international research environment, and be able to demonstrate creativity, technical independence and excellent communication skills. Strong interest in studying dynamic functional connectivity and its relationships with cognition and disease would be a plus. Proven skills in fMRI/EEG/DTI data analyses is a plus but not necessary. Key attractions are access to a 3T Prisma MR scanner and a MR compatible digital EEG system as well as collaboration opportunities with an excellent network of domestic and international scientists and doctors. The position will be two years with possible extension. Competitive package will be provided based on experience. Interested applicants are welcome to email Assistant Prof. Helen Juan Zhou at helen.zhou(a)duke-nus.edu.sg with application letter, curriculum vitae, three references, and contact information. Website: https://sites.google.com/site/mneuroimaginglab/; http://www.duke-nus.edu.sg/content/zhou-juan-helen ======================== --

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jobs etc
by Gary Green 16 Aug '15

16 Aug '15

1. Dear All, Just to let you know that there is a six month postdoctoral position available in my lab. I would be grateful if you could please pass this on to anyone you feel might be interested. http://www.jobs.ac.uk/job/ALU468/postdoctoral-research-scientist/ Many thanks, Narender Narender Ramnani Professor of Neuroscience Brain, Action and Cognition Laboratory Department of Psychology Royal Holloway University of London Egham, Surrey TW20 0EX Tel: 01784 443519 (Direct) www.pc.rhul.ac.uk/sites/neurosciencelab <http://www.pc.rhul.ac.uk/sites/neurosciencelab> =========================== 2. Postdoctoral Research Fellow Queensland Brain Institute, University of Queensland, Brisbane, Australia Applications are invited for a position as Postdoctoral Research Fellow at the Queensland Brain Institute (www.qbi.uq.edu.au) and Science of Learning Research Centre (www.slrc.org.au), Brisbane Australia. Research will involve modelling of connectivity using graph theoretical analysis, applied to physiological data recorded from students in school classrooms. This is a large and unique collaboration between neuroscience and education, bringing brain connectivity modelling methods to examine inter-person connectivity in school classrooms. Applicants must have a PhD in cognitive or computational neuroscience or a related area and strong research experience in connectivity data modelling. This position would suit someone with experience in brain connectivity analysis looking to further develop techniques to apply in novel ways. See more details at: http://jobs.uq.edu.au/caw/en/job/497744/postdoctoral-research-fellow CLOSING DATE FOR APPLICATIONS: 28 AUGUST -+- A/Prof Ross Cunnington, Principal Research Fellow School of Psychology & Queensland Brain Institute University of Queensland, Brisbane, Australia Phone: +61 7 3346 6330 =============================================== 3. A postdoctoral position in our group has unexpectedly become vacant. We are looking for a postdoctoral fellow with experience in neuroimaging for our longitudinal study on ALS and FTD patients. This position is in Bethesda Maryland, outside Washington DC. Please see our ad on the NIH website for details of the postion:https://www.training.nih.gov/postdoc_jobs_nih/view/_31/2937/Neuroim… If interested send your cv tofloeterm(a)ninds.nih.gov Mary Kay Floeter MD PhD ============================================== 4. We’re seeking to fill two positions at Stanford University's Department of Psychiatry and Behavioral Sciences that will primarily support an NIMH-funded project studying neurodevelopmental features of sex differences in psychopathology. Kindly respond to the ads below: FULL-TIME POSTDOCTORAL FELLOW: We are seeking a full-time postdoctoral researcher experienced in the analysis of genetic, structural, or functional magnetic resonance imaging data to work on a 1-year NIH-funded data analysis project examining sex differences in the development of psychopathology in children, adolescents, and young adults. Activities will include cognitive, genetic, and neuroimaging data processing, cleaning and quality control, and collaborative data analysis. Applicants should have a Ph.D. in statistics, computer science, psychology, cognitive neuroscience, or a related field. The postdoctoral fellow will engage in analyzing and integrating multimodal clinical, cognitive, genetic, and neuroimaging data of almost 10,000 children, adolescents, and young adults. This fellow will also work collaboratively with a neuroimaging research assistant and supervise graduate students in the School of Medicine and the Department of Statistics who will assist in processing and analysis of the data. Finally, the postdoctoral fellow will assist with the preparation of manuscripts, progress reports, and future grant submissions related to this project. Work will be carried out with a team of interdisciplinary investigators at Stanford University, led by PI Manpreet Singh, M.D. (Child and Adolescent Psychiatry), and under the direct supervision of Lester Mackey, Ph.D. (Statistics), Joachim Hallmayer, M.D. (Psychiatric Genetics), and Ian Gotlib, Ph.D. (Psychology). The Stanford Department of Psychiatry seeks to recruit and retain a diverse workforce as a reflection of our strong commitment to the twin goals of achievement of excellence and diversity among faculty, trainees, and staff. We are thus interested in candidates who are committed to the highest standards of scholarship and professional activities, and to the development of a climate that supports equality and diversity. Please send a cover letter, CV and two letters of recommendation to _mksingh(a)stanford.edu <mailto:mksingh@stanford.edu>_. Position available immediately. FULL-TIME DATA ANALYST IN NEUROIMAGING - Seeking a bright and motivated applicant to perform structural and functional neuroimaging analyses in a large dataset of children, adolescents, and young adults. The applicant will perform database management including data entry and cleaning, data preprocessing and analyses, and assist with preparing and presenting results for publication and future grant submissions. Current techniques include high-resolution structural imaging, functional MRI, and diffusion tensor imaging. Preference will be given to an individual with experience preprocessing and analyzing structural neuroimaging data using a variety of statistical packages, including SPM, FSL, and/or FreeSurfer. The position represents an excellent opportunity to further develop research skills and learn basic principles of clinical and cognitive neuroscience and to gain exposure to patient and normative pediatric populations over a wide developmental range. The successful applicant will be an energetic, self-directed learner with a keen interest in the lab's research. Knowledge of programming, scripting, and statistics is a plus. Applicants must be able to commit to at least one year for consideration. 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 Dr. Manpreet Singh, at mksingh(a)stanford.edu <mailto:mksingh@stanford.edu>. Position available immediately. Manpreet K. Singh, MD MS Assistant Professor of Psychiatry and Behavioral Sciences Director, Stanford Pediatric Mood Disorders Program Akiko Yamazaki and Jerry Yang Faculty Scholar in Pediatric Translational Medicine Stanford University, Stanford, CA Phone: (650) 725-5922 Email: mksingh(a)stanford.edu <mailto:mksingh@stanford.edu> =========================== 6. We’re seeking to fill two positions at the Olin Neuropsychiatry Research Center that will primarily support an NIMH-funded R01 project studying network connectivity related to emotion regulation. Please see ads below: *Clinical Data Analyst*** 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. *Postdoctoral Researcher* The Clinical Neuroscience & Development Laboratory at the Olin Neuropsychiatry Research Center (www.nrc-iol.org/onrc_labs_cnd.asp <http://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 <mailto:Michael.Stevens@hhchealth.org>), CNDLAB Director, Olin NRC, 200 Retreat Avenue, Hartford, CT 06106. ====================================== 7. The Center for Mind & Brain and the Department of Psychology at the University of California, Davis, invite applications for a tenure-track position in Mind & Brain Sciences. The appointment will be at the Assistant Professor level. Applications are sought from scholars who have strong and innovative research portfolios that focus on both the human mind and the human brain and that would complement the existing research at the Center for Mind & Brain (http://mindbrain.ucdavis.edu). This could involve any state-of-the-art methodological approach (including but not limited to imaging, electrophysiology, stimulation, modeling, genetics, neuropsychology, and behavior/psychophysics) and any content area that integrates mind and brain and is synergistic with existing research at the Center for Mind & Brain. Applicants must have a Ph.D. in psychology, neuroscience, statistics, biomedical engineering, or related field, or an M.D. with specialization in neurology, psychiatry, radiology, or a related field (must be completed by the first day of classes, September 21, 2015); a strong commitment to high quality teaching in the areas of perception, cognition, and/or cognitive neuroscience; and the potential to attract, or an established record of attracting, substantial extramural funding. The successful applicant will hold an academic appointment in the Department of Psychology (in the Perception, Cognition, and Cognitive Neuroscience area) and will contribute to the graduate and undergraduate teaching programs of this department/area (and will likely participate in the university-wide Neuroscience Graduate Program). The individual’s laboratory will be located at the Center for Mind and Brain, an interdisciplinary research center with 19 core faculty and a dedicated research staff. The Center offers an impressive array of modern research equipment, including several high-density EEG/ERP recording labs and a transcranial magnetic stimulation laboratory. Center faculty also have access to three research-dedicated MRI scanners at the Imaging Research Center (http://ucdirc.ucdavis.edu), including a new 3T Siemens Skyra system and a BrainAmp MR system for simultaneous EEG/MRI. The cognitive neuroscience community is extremely well integrated across campus, with exceptionally collegial interactions and collaborations among members of the Center for Mind & Brain, the Center for Neuroscience, the MIND Institute, and the Imaging Research Center. We also have close ties with many academic departments and with the UC-Davis Medical Center. Applicants should submit a curriculum vitae, statements of research and teaching interests, representative reprints and/or preprints, and at least three letters of recommendation electronically at: https://recruit.ucdavis.edu/apply/JPF00665. Applicants are also encouraged to submit a statement of contributions to diversity. The position will remain open until filled. Applications submitted by October 1st, 2015 will receive full initial consideration. For information, contact the Search Committee Chair, Dr. Steve Luck, sjluck(a)ucdavis.edu <mailto:sjluck@ucdavis.edu>. ====================================== 8. *wo Postdoctoral Positions in Human Behavior, Physiology and Neuroimaging* ** *Laboratory of Behavioral Genetics, Brain Mind Institute, Swiss Federal Institute of Technology Lausanne (EPFL), Switzerland* Two postdoctoral positions are immediately available to investigate the interactions between stress, physiological and neurophysiological responses, and aggressive behaviors in humans. *Postdoc 1: A study on Human Social Behaviors involving Virtual Reality and Physiological Monitoring* We are searching for an excellent candidate with a Ph.D. in neuroscience, psychology or other related fields, with a strong track record on the use of virtual reality and behavioral analyses in humans (e.g., fear conditioning; computer-based tasks). Experience in the field of stress-induction or drug administration procedures in humans and/or imaging approaches would be an advantage, but is not required. *Postdoc 2: A study on Human Social Behaviors involving EEG and Physiological Monitoring* We are searching for an excellent candidate with a Ph.D. in neuroscience, physics, psychology or other related fields, with a strong track record on the use of EEG in humans. Experience in neuro-feedback, fMRI or pharmacological approaches would be an advantage, but is not required. ************ A strong interest in interdisciplinary work and, particularly, in linking stress neurobiology with social behaviors –particularly aggression and social dominance- in humans would also be an additional asset. English is required and a good knowledge of French would be an advantage. Both projects involve the study of different aspects of human social behaviors and physiological responses linked to aggression. They include a core collaboration between Prof. Carmen Sandi, Laboratory of Behavioral Genetics and Prof. Michael Herzog, EPFL, Lausanne. The research will be conducted at the Laboratory of Behavioral Genetics (http://lgc.epfl.ch/) at the Brain Mind Institute, EPFL, Lausanne (http://bmi.epfl.ch/), a center dedicated to exploring the emergence of higher brain function across multiple levels ranging from gene expression to cognition and emotional processing. The positions are immediately available, though starting time can be negotiated (initial contract for 1 year, extendable for 2-3 additional years). Applications will be started to be reviewed from September 1st 2015 until the position gets filled. Interested candidates should _send by email a SINGLE pdf document including_: CV, a research statement -indicating scientific interests and relevant experience- and the names and contact details of 3 reference persons to: Prof. Carmen Sandi (carmen.sandi(a)epfl.ch <mailto:carmen.sandi@epfl.ch>). ================================ 9. Research Laboratory Specialist Inter position at the University of Michigan, Ann Arbor. Responsibilities* Linux system administrator for data storage, processing, and wiki servers. Provide server hardware and operating system support. Manage the backup and recovery of fMRI data and provide infrastructure services for imaging analysis workstations. Develop, implement, and document modular and reusable processing pipelines for fMRI/PET data in SPM, FSL, and AFNI software packages. Create reusable and custom data analysis scripts with MATLAB. Design, code, and implement fMRI paradigms in E-Prime and Psychtoolbox. Review and write or edit manuscripts prior to submission to scientific journals. Evaluate existing software and analysis methods for neuroimaging data. Required Qualifications* Proficient in MATLAB and Unix/Linux. Must have excellent oral and written communication skills, as well as analytical and problem solving skills. Desired Qualifications* Master’s Degree or equivalent. Familiar with the neuroimaging data arching tool XNAT. Experience with additional imaging techniques (e.g., functional connectively, VBM, DTI, H-MRS) and software platforms (e.g., MedX). Additional programming (i.e., C, C++, C#, Bash, JAVA, Python, .NET) and electrical systems experience. Prior experience in pain research. Advanced statistical training. Working knowledge of Vee Pro and E-Prime software. For additional information or to submit an application please contact: Katherine Scott Department of Anesthesiology Chronic Pain and Fatigue Research Center University of Michigan, Ann Arbor, MI email:jrsj@med.umich.edu ======================================== 10. Open position: Technical employee for an interdisciplinary project in man-machine interaction, Department of Biometry and Medical Informatics , University of Magdeburg, Magdeburg, Germany The Department of Biometry and Medical Informatics of the Otto-von-Guericke-University Magdeburg is offering Technical employee (Salary level 10 TV-L, full-time, limited to 3 years) for the project EMOADAPT (supported by the Federal Ministry of Education and Research, BMBF) The goal of the interdisciplinary project EMOADAPT is the further development of a brain computer interface that allows emotions to be recognized by the computer in real time and implemented in the interaction between man and machine. For detection and identification of emotional changes in the human-machine interaction, imaging techniques (functional magnetic resonance imaging), EEG and classic peripheral psychophysiological parameters should be combined. The interaction between humans and machine takes place in virtual reality scenarios, which are to adapt in real time to emotions/dispositions of the user. Position description: The main tasks will be to implement and optimize the developed measurement methods and evaluation strategies for real-time detection of activated brain areas during a dynamic interaction within virtual realities. The work will be in close cooperation with an interdisciplinary group. Your profile: The candidate should hold a degree (Bachelor / FH-Master / Univ.-master) in informatics, engineering or natural sciences, as well as very good knowledge of programming in C ++. Experiences with MATLAB are advantageous. Opportunities for further qualification (PhD) are offered. The participation in the MRI experiments is desired. Contact: Prof. J. Bernarding, Email:johannes.bernarding@med.ovgu.de. Phone: +49-391/6713535 Please send your application with the usual documents (CV, degree certificates, list of publications) until 1/9/2015 to the above email address or to Otto-von-Guericke-Universität Magdeburg, Medizinische Fakultät, Institute for Biometry and Medical Informatics, Leipziger Str. 44, 39120 Magdeburg website:www.ibmi.ovgu.de/en www.med.uni-magdeburg.de/Alle+Stellenangebote.html ======================================= 11. Open position: Post-Doc position for an interdisciplinary project in man-machine interaction, University Clinic for Psychiatry, Psychotherapy and Psychosomatic Medicine of the Childhood and Adolescence, University of Magdeburg, Magdeburg, Germany The University Clinic for Psychiatry, Psychotherapy and Psychosomatic Medicine of the Childhood and Adolescence of the Otto-von-Guericke University Magdeburg is offering Post-Doc (Salary level 13 TV-L, full-time, limited to 3 years) for the project EMOADAPT (supported by the Federal Ministry of Education and Research, BMBF) The goal of the interdisciplinary project EMOADAPT is the further development of a brain computer interface that allows emotions to be recognized by the computer in real time and implemented in the interaction between man and machine. For detection and identification of emotional changes in the human-machine interaction, imaging techniques (functional magnetic resonance imaging), EEG and classic peripheral psychophysiological parameters should be combined. The interaction between humans and machine takes place in virtual reality scenarios, which are to adapt in real time to emotions/dispositions of the user. Position description: The overall task is to provide the psychological basis for the project, mainly development and evaluation of psychological and psychobiological measures of emotional processes occurring during the dynamic human-machine interaction. Part of the work includes integrating according parameters and personal profiles into virtual reality scenarios mimicking man-machine interactions as well as how emotions may modulate according dynamics interactions. The work will be in close cooperation with an interdisciplinary group (Prof. Dr. Johannes Bernarding, Department of Biometrics and Medical Informatics (OvGU), Prof. Dr. Eva Brinkschulte, Institute for History and Ethic in Medicine; Dr. André Brechmann, Special Lab Non-Invasive Brain Imaging of the Leibniz Institute for Neurobiology). Your profile: The candidate should hold a degree (Diploma/Master) and a doctorate in psychology or neuroscience. The candidate should have experience in projects working with emotion processing, and should be familiar with functional imaging and / or psychophysiological research methods. Interest in interdisciplinary collaboration is expected. Contact: Dr. Kerstin Krauel, Email:kerstin.krauel@med.ovgu.de Phone: 0391/6717003 Please send your application with the usual documents (CV, degree certificates, list of publications) until 9/1/2015 to the above email address or to Otto-von-Guericke-Universität Magdeburg, Medizinische Fakultät, Klinik für Kinder- und Jugendpsychiatrie, Leipziger Str. 44, 39120 Magdeburg website:www.ibmi.ovgu.de/en www.med.uni-magdeburg.de/Alle+Stellenangebote.html ============================= 12. pen position: PhD or Post-Doc position for an interdisciplinary project in man-machine interaction, Department of Biometry and Medical Informatics , University of Magdeburg, Magdeburg, Germany The Department of Biometry and Medical Informatics of the Otto-von-Guericke-University Magdeburg is offering PhD or PostDoc (Salary level 13 TV-L, full-time, limited to 3 years) for the project EMOADAPT (supported by the Federal Ministry of Education and Research, BMBF) The goal of the interdisciplinary project EMOADAPT is the further development of a brain computer interface that allows emotions to be recognized by the computer in real time and implemented in the interaction between man and machine. For detection and identification of emotional changes in the human-machine interaction, imaging techniques (functional magnetic resonance imaging), EEG and classic peripheral psychophysiological parameters should be combined. The interaction between humans and machine takes place in virtual reality scenarios, which are to adapt in real time to emotions/dispositions of the user. Position description: The main tasks will be the development and optimization of methods of measurement and evaluation strategies for real-time detection of activated brain areas during a dynamic interaction within virtual realities. The candidate will be part of a team of two scientific employees, one programmer and students. The work will be in close cooperation with an interdisciplinary group (Dr. Kerstin Krauel, Clinic for Child- and Adolescent Psychiatry (OvGU), Prof. Dr. Eva Brinkschulte, Institute for History and Ethic in Medicine; Dr. André Brechmann, Special Lab Non-Invasive Brain Imaging of the Leibniz Institute for Neurobiology). The main focus of research activity is realtime fMRI and combined fMRI / EEG. As a further focus the Realtime Pattern Classification is to be expanded. Possibility for further qualification is offered. Your profile: The candidate should hold a PhD in physics, informatics, engineering or neuroscience or aim to complete an according doctorate. Support of the project management is expected. Contact: Prof. J. Bernarding, Email:johannes.bernarding@med.ovgu.de Phone: +49-391/6713535 Please send your application with the usual documents (CV, degree certificates, list of publications) until 9/1/2015 to the above email address or to Otto-von-Guericke-Universität Magdeburg, Medizinische Fakultät, Institute for Biometry and Medical Informatics, Leipziger Str. 44, 39120 Magdeburg website:www.ibmi.ovgu.de/en www.med.uni-magdeburg.de/Alle+Stellenangebote.html =================================== 13.

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YNiC science day, 9th September
by James Davey 14 Aug '15

14 Aug '15

Hello everyone, Following on from the success of last years event, on the 9th of September we will be hosting the second YNiC science day in the Psychology department (B020). During this event there will be a series of short talks by current staff and students who use YNiC, with the opportunity to meet other people who neuroimaging and neurostimulation methods. The event is open to everyone, for more information please contact myself (james.davey <james.davey(a)york.ac.uk>@ <james.davey(a)york.ac.uk>york.ac.uk <james.davey(a)york.ac.uk>), and please let me know if you intend to come so we know how much coffee and cake to provide! Hope to see you all there, James D

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phds/jobs etc
by Gary Green 06 Aug '15

06 Aug '15

1. Positions in Machine Learning & Neuroimaging We are opening two researcher positions to work on a Wellcome Trust project focusing on developing and applying machine learning models to investigate complex relationships between neuroimaging data and multidimensional descriptions of mental health disorders. This research will be conducted within the Machine Learning & Neuroimaging Lab based at the Computer Science Department at University College London. Research Associate in Machine Learning & Neuroimaging The Research Associate will be mainly responsible for developing novel machine learning models to combine data from different neuroimaging techniques and non-imaging information for diagnosis and prognosis of mental health disorders (e.g. multiple kernel learning, multiple sources models). For further details see: http://tinyurl.com/pg37b9q Research Assistant/Research Associate in Machine Learning & Neuroimaging The Research Assistant/Associate will be mainly responsible for developing and integrating novel machine learning models into the Pattern Recognition for Neuroimaging Toolbox (PRoNTo, http://www.mlnl.cs.ucl.ac.uk/pronto/). For further details see: http://tinyurl.com/nz9yslq Interested candidates should contact Dr Janaina Mourao-Miranda (j.mourao-miranda(a)ucl.ac.uk). ------------------------- Dr. Janaina Mourao-Miranda Wellcome Trust Senior Research Fellow Centre for Computational Statistics and Machine Learning University College London Malet Place, London WC1E 6BT, UK E-mail: J.Mourao-Miranda(a)cs.ucl.ac.uk Website: http://www.mlnl.cs.ucl.ac.uk/ ======================================================== 2. ———————————————————————— Research Study Assistant To apply for this position please follow the link: http://www.childrenshospital.org/career-opportunities/JobDetail?jobId=21293… The Research Study Assistant will be responsible for: • Preparing the lab for electrophysiological (human) recordings. • Helping with data collection, data organization, data pre-processing/analysis, ordering supplies and equipment for the lab, and maintaining the day-to-day operations of the lab. • Preparing and organizing documentation for the studies and laboratory (e.g. brochures, family education sheets, study record sheets etc.). • Helping the team members to submit protocols, amendments, notices, suspensions and terminations to the Institutional Review Board for review and approval. To qualify, you must have… • B.A., B.Sc. or M.A. or M.Sc. degree in a relevant field of study. • Experience with human electrophysiological data collection. • Very strong organizational skills, must be self-motivated, resourceful, able to multi-task and prioritize. • Very strong written and verbal communication skills. • Ability to work well in teams, and interpersonal skills (both with families/participants and the research team members). • Complete fluency in English is required since there will be frequent interactions with the family members as well as children during recording sessions. • Basic computer experience, including knowledge of Microsoft Office applications. Optional Requirements: • Experience in working in a research environment. • Experience in working in a research environment. • Excellent statistical, computer programming (including MATLAB and/or Python) and EEG/MEG analysis (Brainstorm, SPM, Fieldtrip, or MNE) skills would be an added advantage. ======================================================== 3. Clinical Research Coordinator To apply for this position please follow the link: http://www.childrenshospital.org/career-opportunities/JobDetail?jobId=21293… The Research Study Coordinator will be responsible for: • Advertisement of research studies. • Recruiting (human) participants and assessing their eligibility for the studies. • Scheduling participants and greeting them at the hospital. • Reviewing the consenting process, and maintaining a database and documentation of all the participants. • Preparing brochures, website content, and other recruitment materials for the BabyMEG Lab. • Helping the team to submit protocols, amendments, notices, suspensions and terminations to the Institutional Review Board for review and approval. To qualify, you must have… • A Bachelor's degree in a scientific or heath related field. • 0 - 2 years experience as a clinical research coordinator. • Native speaker of the American English language. • Very strong written and verbal communication skills. • Very strong organizational skills, must be self-motivated, resourceful, able to multi-task and prioritize. • Ability to work well in teams, with excellent interpersonal skills. • Basic computer experience, including knowledge of Microsoft Office applications. Optional Requirements: • Experience in working with young children. • Experience in working in a research environment. ======================================================== 4. POSTDOCTORAL FELLOW Human Neuroscience and Visual Cognition & ASTECCA Laboratories, Department of Psychology, Wright State University We are seeking a postdoctoral fellow to take a leading role in our research on the neurocognitive correlates of attentional control and lapses of attention in semi-structured ecological settings. The goal of this project is to rigorously characterize the relationship between laboratory measures of attentional control and failures of attention in realistic task contexts. We specifically aim to combine cognitive behavioral studies, ERP experiments, and computational modeling to test the extent to which laboratory measures can predict individual differences in susceptibility to attentional failures. We will investigate how these combined measures can be used to identify which individuals are most likely to benefit from a cognitive training paradigm aimed at enhancing attentional control. The postdoctoral fellow will be responsible for designing the studies, programming the experimental paradigms, recruiting participants, and collecting the data. In addition, the fellow will be responsible for data analysis and reporting the research findings in peer-reviewed journals. The position is fully funded for three years. The successful candidate will hold a PhD in Cognitive Neuroscience, Cognitive Psychology, Computer Science, or any other related discipline by the start date of the position. Experience in computer programming, especially with Matlab, and familiarity with fMRI or EEG research are required. Experience in computational cognitive modeling will be considered a strong advantage. The Department of Psychology is housed in the College of Science and Mathematics, offers a Ph.D. in Human Factors and Industrial/ Organizational Psychology, and has 3 undergraduate concentration areas: (1) Cognition and Perception, (2) Industrial/ Organizational, and (3) Behavioral Neuroscience. Wright State University was recently ranked among the “Best in the Midwest” universities by The Princeton Review, listed among 260 Best National Universities in the annual “America’s Best Colleges” rankings by U.S. News and World Report, and ranked fourth nationally among universities with limited numbers of doctoral programs in the Faculty Scholarly Productivity Index. Wright State University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. For more information on this position contact Assaf Harel, Ph.D. at assaf.harel(a)wright.edu or Ion Juvina, Ph.D. at ion.juvina(a)wright.edu. Applicants should visit the following link to upload CV and statement of research: <http://jobs.wright.edu/postings/9380>. In addition, please have three letters of reference sent directly to Ion Juvina, Ph.D., Assistant Professor, Department of Psychology, 313G Fawcett Hall, 3640 Colonel Glenn Hwy, Wright State University, Dayton, OH 45435. Review of complete applications will begin August 8, 2015, and continue until the position is filled. All new hires must go through a criminal background check before they can be hired. ======================================================== 5. Open position: Neuroimaging Post-doctoral fellow, Dementia Imaging Genetics Lab, University of California, San Francisco Job Summary The fellow will conduct human neuroimaging research on participants with preclinical and symptomatic genetic neurodegenerative disease. Current imaging techniques include voxel-based morphometry and functional MRI, with an emphasis on intrinsic functional connectivity network mapping (also referred to as "resting-state" or "task-free fMRI"). The ideal candidate will have an interest in genetics, frontal systems, neuroanatomy, fMRI methods/biomarker development, or a combination. The fellow will contribute to ongoing experiments and pursue self-directed projects within the lab's area of investigation. Required Qualifications Appropriate areas of doctoral training include but are not limited to neuroscience, bioengineering, applied mathematics, or computer science. Strong computational skills, including script writing or programming are required. Please direct inquiries to Dr. Lee by sending a cover letter, CV, and at least 3 references to suzee.lee(a)ucsf.edu. website: http://www.suzeelee.ucsf.edu/open-positions/ ======================================================== 6. 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 the 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 (e.g., September 2015) will be given priority. ======================================================== 7. Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai Hospital Postdoctoral Fellowship The Pediatric Mood and Anxiety Disorders Program (P-MAP) under the direction of Vilma Gabbay, M.D., M.S., is a unique program in the greater New York metropolitan area dedicated exclusively to the study and treatment of adolescent mood and anxiety disorders (http://www.mountsinai.org/patient-care/service-areas/psychiatry/areas-of-ca…). We are currently seeking a highly motivated Postdoctoral Fellow. She/he will primarily assist in managing our research projects which utilize innovative neuroimaging and immunological methodologies. Additionally, she/he will analyze neuroimaging data, write manuscripts, and assist the PI in grant applications. We are looking for a fellow with experience analyzing fMRI data or H MRS data. Candidates must have (or nearing completion of) a PhD in neuroscience, psychology, cognitive science, radiology, or related field. Experience analyzing functional magnetic resonance data or H MRS data is required. We prefer candidates with strong programming and scripting skills (unix, python, matlab, etc.). This position takes direction from the PI, Vilma Gabbay. If interested, please email a CV and statement of interest to Kailyn Bradley, PhD: kailyn.bradley(a)mssm.edu. -- Kailyn Bradley, Ph.D. Postdoctoral Fellow Pediatric Mood and Anxiety Disorders Program Department of Psychiatry Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai 1240 Park Avenue, New York, NY 10029 Tel: (212)659-1665 ======================================================== 8. The research group for cognitive neuroscience at the university of Tromsø is looking for an enthusiastic researcher at the post-doctoral level who would like to build and advance her or his 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 post-doc will work in the project “Optimizing transcranial direct current stimulation for treatment of chronic pain and depression” (HN PFP1237-15) which has the ambitious goal to develop and evaluate individually optimized stimulation techniques with a focus on their application in chronic pain and depression. Because the project encompasses both experimental, clinical and computational aspects, candidates from a wide variety of different backgrounds can be relevant for the position. This includes, but is not limited to, experimental psychologists, clinical psychologists experienced in clinical trials, (computational) physicists, computer scientists or neuroscientists. We encourage interested researchers to contact Matthias Mittner for further information about the project. The prospective candidate must hold a PhD or equivalent in psychology, informatics, physics or other areas relevant to the research project. Experience with non-invasive brain stimulation techniques will count in favour of the candidate as will experience with programming in any language and/or neuroimaging techniques. 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. We collaborate extensively with Dr. Alexander Opitz (Nathan Kline Institute, New York) and Dr. Axel Thielscher (Danish Research Centre for Magnetic Resonance) on the development of the computational methods required for optimizing the stimulation techniques. A prolonged visit to one of our collaborating research groups is intended as part of the post-doc project. Research group's Website: http://uit.no/research/cognitive-neuroscience Official announcement and application: http://www.jobbnorge.no/ledige-stillinger/stilling/116096 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 ========================================================

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Phds/jobs etc
by Gary Green 29 Jul '15

29 Jul '15

1. Postdoctoral Fellowship Positions in the Dept. of Neurology, Baylor College of Medicine Two post-doctoral fellowship positions are available in the Investigational Targeted Brain Neurotherapeutics Laboratory of Dorina Papageorgiou, Ph.D., MHSc at Baylor College of Medicine, Dept. of Neurology to study cortical plasticity and reorganization after stroke, traumatic brain injury and in cancer patient populations using real-time functional MRI neurofeedback methods. Our goal is to elucidate the mechanisms involved in cortical blindness, motor impairment as a result of lower cranial nerve injury, and chronic pain using highly quantitative methods, such as population receptive field, multivariate and univariate analyses. Equally important, our studies focus on a variety of innovative approaches, including neurofeedback in targeted and individualized regions of interest based on the patient's location and spatial extent of the lesion, optimization of rt-fMRI nFb methods with the long-term goal of central and peripheral nervous system injury neuro-rehabilitation. The work promises to be challenging, but also presents a highly exciting opportunity to gain an understanding of innovative neurofeedback methods applied in various patient populations depending on the domain of brain function lesioned, such as in visual, motor, and pain-matrix networks. Trainees will benefit from the Core for Advanced MR Imaging Core Facility at Baylor College of Medicine, which includes a state-of-the art imaging facility with three research-dedicated Siemens 3T MAGNETOM Trios. Expertise: PhD with a background in any of the following disciplines: Neuroscience, Biomedical Engineering, Engineering, Bioinformatics, Computer Science, or (Bio-)Physics or Experimental Psychology with an emphasis on programming expertise in C/C++, Matlab, Python, and in Unix environment. Strong interest and highly motivated to pursue work in the following areas: fMRI and real-time fMRI neurofeedback methods multivariate and univariate pattern analysis functional/effective connectivity diffusion tensor imaging electroencephalography The applicant MUST have the passion and motivation to pursue innovative scientific research with a flexible work schedule. Apply: Please send a pdf or word CV to Dr. Dorina Papageorgiou at papageor(a)bcm.edu Compensation commensurate with experience. Research Assistant/Research Associate/Programmer 1) A Bachelor's or Masters of Science position in any of the following disciplines - Bioinformatics, Engineering, Biomedical Engineering, Computer Science, or (Bio-)Physics - is available in the Investigational Targeted Brain Neurotherapeutics Laboratory of Dorina Papageorgiou, Ph.D., MHSc at Baylor College of Medicine. We examine cortical plasticity and reorganization in specific patient populations as a result of neurological injury and/or disease using real-time functional MRI neurofeedback, functional connectivity and diffusion tensor imaging methods with the goal to neuro-rehabilitate cortical blindness, speech, motor impairment as a result of lower cranial nerve injury. 2) Scientific programming expertise in C/C++ and G Matlab/Python programming. Knowledge of Unix environment is a plus. 3) Good English communication skills 4) Excellent organizational, diligent, analytical skills. Ability to collaborate and work with others. The main tasks of the software developer will be: 1) Software development of real-time fMRI neurofeedback methods and application for neuro-rehabilitation of cortical blindness and/or lower cranial nerve injury. 2) User interface fMRI neurofeedback software development tailored for specific patient applications Please send a pdf or word CV to Dr. Dorina Papageorgiou at papageor(a)bcm.edu Compensation commensurate with experience. ========================= 2. Please find below descriptions of two available postdoctoral positions ***************************************************************************** Applications are invited for a postdoctoral position using multivariate, machine learning methods to study the neural basis of high level vision, with an emphasis on face recognition and social and affective perception, at the University of Pittsburgh, USA. The research will focus on understanding the dynamic neural code that underlies the recognition of faces, bodies, facial expressions, and other social and affective stimuli. Of particular interest is how this information is coded in interactive neural circuits at the level of large-scale brain networks. The neural data will primarily be local field potentials/ event related potential from surface electrodes (electrocorticography, ECoG), cortical depth electrodes, and subcortical depth electrodes in humans during presurgical procedures for the treatment of epilepsy. Multivariate classification techniques will be applied to the millisecond-scale activity recorded simultaneously from multiple electrodes in areas related to social processing while participants perform social and affective perception tasks. Applicants should hold a Ph.D. in Neuroscience, Psychology, Computer Science, Mathematics, Statistics, Engineering or a related field. Advanced skills in signal processing, multivariate statistics, machine learning and/or computational neuroscience are required. Experience with multivariate analysis of neural data is required and experience with electrophysiological data is desirable. Applicants should have a strong track record of publication. The position is fully funded. The initial period is 1 year with additional years depending on fit and progress. Interested applicants should send a letter of interest, a CV, and the names and contact information for 3 researchers who can provide a recommendation. For further information or to submit an application, please contact Avniel Ghuman, Ph.D. at ghumana(a)upmc.edu . The position is available immediately and applications will be considered until the position is filled. ***************************************************************************** Applications are invited for a postdoctoral position to support a collaboration between researchers at Carnegie Mellon University and the University of Pittsburgh, USA to develop new methods to combine multimodal neuroimaging data to understand brain networks. The research will focus on the development of new tools to combine high dimensional MEG (magnetoencephalography), fMRI, and structural MRI data to discover brain network structure. This will include developing algorithms to understand similarities between data types (neurovascular relationships, structure-function relationships, etc.) as well as discovering what unique information each modality provides. These tools will be developed with the purpose of uncovering how brain networks are disturbed in existing multimodal data from individuals with autism spectrum disorder and schizophrenia. Furthermore, these tools will be developed with aim of applying it to large pubic neuroimaging datasets, such as those being released as part of the Human Connectome Project. Applicants should hold a Ph.D. in Neuroscience, Computer Science, Mathematics, Statistics, Engineering or a related field. Advanced skills in multivariate statistics, missing data problems, graph theory, dimensionality reduction, network analysis, machine learning and/or computational neuroscience are required. Experience with analysis of human neuroimaging data is desirable. Applicants should have a strong track record of publication. The position is fully funded. The initial period is 1 year with additional years depending on fit and progress. Interested applicants should send a letter of interest, a CV, and the names and contact information for 3 researchers who can provide a recommendation. For further information or to submit an application, please contact Avniel Ghuman, Ph.D. at ghumana(a)upmc.edu or Aarti Singh at aarti(a)cs.cmu.edu . The position is available immediately and applications will be considered until the position is filled. ================================ 3. PhD position in multimodal data analysis in the neurocognitive research programme “Connectivity and Higher Cognitive Function” at the University of Salzburg The international PhD Programme at the University of Salzburg “Connectivity and Higher Cognitive Function” is seeking for a highly motivated PhD student to work (full-time, fully funded) in the programme’s multimodal data analysis project. The aim is to collect a common brain imaging data-set across all research groups, and analyze it for various research questions that link brain structural features (e.g. grey matter density, DTI anatomical connectivity) to variability in human cognitive abilities. Situated at the intersection of individual research projects in the Programme, the open position has a strong focus on acquisition and analysis and of multi-modal brain imaging data. Desired competencies and interests of applicants should be one or more of the following: Programming (e.g. Matlab, Python, R, Brain imaging analysis software) Statistical analysis of large-scale and complex data sets Biosignal analysis MRI / fMRI /EEG data acquisition and analysis (focus on brain connectivity) The program will start with upcoming winter semester (1st October 2015) and offers numerous benefits: salary for a period of 3 to 4 years (including health and social insurance), equipped work space, cover of research consumables, specific technological training courses (e.g. fMRI, EEG), presentation, writing and teaching skill training, full funding of congress participation, workshops and international courses, including stays in foreign partner laboratories. Candidates must hold a master’s degree or equivalent in one of these (or related) fields: Psychology, Medicine, Mathematics or Computer Sciences/Engineering. The language of the graduate programme (teaching) is English; hence English proficiency is indispensable. The programme strives for equal representation of female PhD students so women are especially encouraged to apply. Intended start and deadline for applications: as soon as possible (no later than November 2015) For detailed information about application, selection, admission procedure, and about the scientific program and faculty visit: http://www.uni-salzburg.at/phdim/application ============================== 4. PostDoc Position in Cognitive Neuroscience with focus on EEG methodology Salzburg, July 27th, 2015 The Centre for Cognitive Neuroscience Salzburg (CCNS) and the “Laboratory for Sleep, Cognition and Consciousness Research” at the University of Salzburg (Austria) are accepting applications for a postdoctoral research position in Cognitive Neuroscience with a focus on EEG research. Salary: €3.500.- (before tax) monthly (14 times p.a.) according to FWF standard regulations Beginning of employment: as soon as possible • Duration of contract: The contract will initially be limited to a period of 24 months. An extension is intended. • Weekly hours: 40 • Working hours: according to the terms of the agreement • Terms of employment: Management of the “method cluster EEG” within the CCNS as well as research within the project „Consciousness research across healthy vigilance states and disorders of consciousness “; Supervision of Master and/or PhD students and teaching of about 1 weekly hour. • Required degree: PhD in Psychology or a related discipline (biology, bioinformatics, cognitive science….) • Required qualifications: Extensive knowledge and research experience with EEG, ability and willingness to manage EEG research labs; ability to publish independently and good command of written and spoken English. Consequently, a minimum of 10 published and English peer-reviewed publications (including a minimum of 3 first authorships) is mandatory. In addition the job will require programming skills (e.g. Matlab, Presentation, R, Python) in order to implement neurocognitive studies and analyze EEG data with state-of-the art methods. • Desired qualifications: Additional knowledge of one other neuroscientific method (MEG, TMS, fMRI); knowledge and research experience in sleep research and/or chronobiology and/or consciousness research; knowledge of time-frequency as well as ERP methodology; expertise in or willingness to focus on “connectivity measures” in the EEG (e.g., transfer entropy, coherence). • Desired personal qualities: High level of interpersonal skills and the ability to work in a team, readiness of mind, willingness to become acquainted with new topics and methods; initiative and independence; conscientiousness and reliability. About the employer The “Laboratory for Sleep, Cognition and Consciousness” (www.sleepscience.at) is member of the newly founded Centre for Cognitive Neuroscience Salzburg (CCNS) and offers a lively scientific environment and a vast amount of Cognitive Neuroscience tools (incl. hdEEG, PSGs, fully research-devoted fMRI, TMS, tDCS, eye-tracking as well as a brand new MEG system). Furthermore, the Department is hosting an interdisciplinary doctoral college (“Imaging The Mind”; www.uni-salzburg.at/phdim) which attracts outstanding international students conducting neurocognitive studies across a wide research spectrum. The open position is partly funded by the Centre for Cognitive Neuroscience Salzburg (CCNS) as well as a research grant (Y777) on “Sleep, Cognition and Consciousness” from the Austrian Science Foundation (FWF). Applications will be accepted until August 17th, 2015. Please use Research Gate (www.researchgate.net) to directly submit your application. ======================================= 5. We are currently recruiting 4 Phd & 4 Master students for the SCAN LAB. The SCAN LAB (Social Cognition & Affective Neuroscience) at the University of Electronic Science and Technology of China (UESTC) in Chengdu explores the neurobiological basis of human emotion in healthy subjects and humans with mental disorders. Combining advanced behavioral, pharmacological and neuroimaging approaches we aim to improve mental health and develop innovate treatment strategies, including neurohormones such as Oxytocin, real-time fMRI Neurofeedback, brain compensation training and non-invasive brain stimulation (rTMS). The projects will be supervised by Keith Kendrick & Ben Becker – for our previous research please see: https://www.researchgate.net/profile/Keith_Kendrick/publications https://www.researchgate.net/profile/Benjamin_Becker3/publications Lab language is English – for some studies & interaction with patients Chinese will be an obvious advantage;) A strong experimental (neuroscience, psychology) or bio-mathematical (biomedical engineering, software engineering, etc) background is a definite advantage. As well as previous experience with the techniques (rTMS, including neuro-navigated rTMS, Psychophysiology, functional MRI, real-time fMRI neurofeedback, EEG, Psychophysiology) & the tools of trade (SPM, turbo BV, connectivity tools, matlab, presentation, e-prime). Planned start of the position will be end of 2015/beginning of 2016. Please send your CV, publication list & a short letter of motivation as a single pdf file to: ben_becker(a)gmx.de (please CC the mail to: zhaoweihua0(a)126.com & algost.zhao(a)gmail.com) For organizational questions please contact our lab manager (zhao weihua / Zara zhaoweihua0(a)126.com) Looking forward to your application! Ben _________________________________ Benjamin Becker, PhD Thousand Talent Professor Key Laboratory for NeuroInformation / School of Life Science and Technology University of Electronic Science and Technology of China Center for Information in Medicine University of Electronic Science and Technology of China No 2006, Xiyuan Ave West Hi-Tech Zone Chengdu, China ========================================

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for those who use pattern-based approached in fMRI
by Gary Green 23 Jul '15

23 Jul '15

useful, practical, review in Neuron doi:10.1016/j.neuron.2015.05.025 Gary -- --------------- Gary Green Director 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 : Jackie Mayhew tel +44 (0) 1904 435329 fax +44 (0) 1904 435356 Jackie Mayhew <jcm529(a)york.ac.uk>

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phds/jobs etc
by Gary Green 21 Jul '15

21 Jul '15

1. Please see posting for an MEG Clinical Associate position at the Hospital for Sick Children in Toronto, Canada We are currently recruiting a MEG Clinical Associate to join our team. MEG (magnetoencephalography) is the most advanced brain imaging technique for assessing online brain functions and providing information on where and when processing occurs in the brain. As a member of the Diagnostic Imaging department, the MEG Clinical Associate is responsible for neuroimaging assessments and the development of new applications with MEG that will be clinically relevant in broadening the scope of prognostic and diagnostic measures. Working collaboratively in an inter-professional team, this role will support clinical paediatric functional brain imaging and MEG applications in clinical areas. Here’s What You’ll Get To Do: Clinical Stay updated in advanced scientific knowledge of MEG principles, theories and concepts. Apply knowledge to both design and interpretation to promote MEG studies. Facilitate and aid ongoing clinical applications utilizing MEG. Facilitate with ongoing functional neuroimaging techniques such as MRI & TMS. Design, conduct and analyse own MEG studies, and obtain external funding for studies within two years of recruitment. Analyze the complex MEG data that require evaluation of multiple variables and alternative, novel analytic tools, including source localization and reconstruction, oscillatory brain activity, functional connectivity, and techniques for investigation of resting-state and task-dependent network connectivity and related functional neuroimaging. Data Management Maintain high international standards for studies that enhance applications of MEG. Maintain high standards for patient care and contribute to the long-term strategic clinical goals of Department and Hospital. Remain current on relevant scientific developments and liaises with clinical staff to keep them abreast of the latest innovations for MEG. Education and Research: Teach MEG applications and interpretation in-house and functional neuroimaging techniques. Provide supervision and mentoring to students, fellows and MEG lab personnel. Publication of techniques and technique development as well as publications on more focused clinical and psychological applications. Facilitate new collaborative MEG research within the clinical community at SickKids, the University of Toronto and the University of Toronto Hospitals. Here’s What You’ll Need: PhD in Neurosciences, Psychology or related field is required. Advanced technical skills for MEG programming skills for modifying analysis software, familiarity with computational and statistical methods for neuroimaging, knowledge of MEG analyses of neural oscillations, source localization/reconstruction and functional connectivity in task-depended and resting state networks. Previous experience with MEG recording and analyses (3-5yrs) is required. Experience with clinical population, in particular TBI patients. Experience in statistical analyses and signal processing. Psychophysics of cognitive/systems neuroscience is expected, with a strong interest and competence in the psychological aspects of TBI and other disorders. Other functional neuroimaging experience would be an asset. Excellent analytical and problem recognition skills. Excellent decision making and communication skills. Ability to work independently as well as part of a team. Employment Type: Permanent, Full-Time (Preferred start date mid to late August 2015) To Apply: https://career.sickkids.ca/uniquesig6f48ebcb0541aebf96298f20840453ff78ad6bc… and please apply to Job ID 4699 =================================== 2. Two PhD positions are available within a novel UCL doctoral program in Sensory Systems, Technologies and Therapies (SenSyT). Please could disseminate the attached advert among your colleagues. The application info is also online here: http://www.ucl.ac.uk/sensyt/studentships. Best wishes, Maria Maria Chait PhD m.chait(a)ucl.ac.uk Reader in Auditory Cognitive Neuroscience Lab site: http://www.ucl.ac.uk/ear/research/chaitlab/ UCL Ear Institute 332 Gray's Inn Road London WC1X 8EE ==================== 3. Dear colleagues and friends, I'm pleased to announce an open position in our growing MEG group: Postdoctoral researcher in MEG for children with brain cancer at MedTech West (www.medtechwest.se) and the University of Gothenburg Institute of Neuroscienceand Physiology (http://neurophys.gu.se/english) in collaboration with the Sahlgrenska University Hospital, Queen Silvia Children's Hospital, and Sweden's MEG lab at Karolinska Institutet, NatMEG (www.natmeg.se). More information about the position and application procedure can be found here: http://www.gu.se/english/about_the_university/announcements-in-the-job-appl… Please forward this to colleagues, soon-to-graduate PhD students, and others that might be interested. Application deadline is 6 AUG. Thanks! -Justin MedTech West http://www.medtechwest.se Institute of Neuroscience and Physiology Sahlgrenska Academy & University of Gothenburg ========================= 4. Postdoctoral Fellow - Center for the Developing Brain at the Child Mind Institute, New York ORGANIZATIONAL SUMMARY The Child Mind Institute (CMI) is a non-profit organization dedicated to transforming mental health care for children everywhere. We are committed to finding more effective treatments for childhood psychiatric and learning disorders, building the science of healthy brain development, and empowering families with help, hope and answers. JOB SUMMARY CMI is recruiting a postdoctoral fellow interested in the study of human brain function and the characterization of brain development and maturation in clinical and non-clinical populations. Overarching goals of our work include: 1) the delineation of psychiatric illness in terms of neuroscience, 2) the identification of objective imaging-, phenotypic- and genetic-based markers of pathology, which will eventually serve to facilitate the detection of psychiatric illness and/or guide clinicians in the selection of treatments and determination of treatment response, 3) exploration of the impact and utility of emerging intervention techniques (e.g., tDCS/tACS, TMS). Fellows will be expected to take a multidisciplinary approach to their work, drawing from a broad range of disciplines (e.g., clinical psychology, cognitive neuroscience, computer science, engineering, mathematics, neuropsychology). In order to facilitate this process, they will work as part of a multidisciplinary team, integrating findings obtained from a variety of imaging approaches including: resting state functional MRI, tDCS/tACS, TMS, simultaneous EEG/fMRI, diffusion tensor imaging, cortical thickness, and volumetrics. This position reports to Dr. Michael Milham, Director of the Center for the Developing Brain. This is an exempt, full-time position located in our NYC headquarters office. RESPONSIBILITIES • Work to identify objective markers of pathology in human brain function, development and maturation using a combination of imaging and stimulation approaches • Work in a multidisciplinary environment, drawing from a broad range of disciplines and imaging approaches QUALIFICATIONS • Completed PhD in biomedical engineering, computer science, cognitive neuroscience, clinical neuroscience, clinical psychology, mathematics, neuropsychology or related fields • Significant prior neuroimaging experience with one or more imaging modalities (fMRI, DTI, MRI, EEG, MEG) • Strong skills in the usage of one or more common functional neuroimaging packages (e.g., AFNI, FSL, or SPM) • Programming experience in one or more languages (e.g., Python, C/C++, Matlab or similar platforms is required). The candidate must be willing to develop expertise in Python during the first year of the fellowship. • Significant prior neuroimaging experience with one or more stimulation modalities (tDCS, tACS, TMS) is a plus, but not required • A passion for the CMI mission APPLICATION DETAILS Click here to apply: https://home.eease.adp.com/recruit2/?id=13420431&t=2. Please upload cover letter and resume as one document in the resume section on the application site. For questions regarding this position, please contact Dr. Michael Milham at Michael.Milham(a)childmind.org. No phone calls or recruiters, please. Employment at Will Relationship: This position description does not constitute a guarantee that employment will continue for any specified period of time. Rather, employment is at the mutual consent of the employee and CMI, and can be terminated at will by the employee or by CMI. CMI reserves the right to modify the job description and/or reporting relationship at any time. CMI is an Equal Opportunity Employer, and is committed to recruiting and maintaining a diverse staff; individuals from all backgrounds are strongly encouraged to apply. To learn more about the Child Mind Institute, please visit www.childmind.org. ========================= 5. Istituto Italiano di Tecnologia (IIT) is a private law Foundation, created with the objective of promoting Italy's technological development and higher education in science and technology. Research at IIT is interdisciplinary and addresses basic and applied science through the development of novel technical applications. We are looking for a highly motivated post doc to join the Functional Neuroimaging lab at the Center for Neuroscience and Cognitive Sciences (CNCS) @UNITN in Rovereto, Italy, one of the research nodes set up by IIT. The CNCS is an interdisciplinary research center dedicated to the investigation of the brain at multiple scales. The functional neuroimaging lab is equipped with a state-of–the-art 7 Tesla MRI scanner for preclinical research, and is devoted to the use of functional MRI methods to map large-scale neural systems of the mouse brain. The overall aim of this project is to apply fMRI readouts to spatially resolve the neural substrate modulated by pro-social compounds and to relate them to the endogenous function of target neuromodulatory systems using opto/chemogenetic approaches. The ideal candidate has a PhD in Neuroscience, Biology, Pharmacology or a related discipline. Previous experience in rodent behavioural readouts, immunohistochemical techniques as well as basic knowledge of computer coding are highly recommended. We value scientists who can interact effectively with an interdisciplinary team, have a high level of independence and take accountability for their project. Successful applicants should also be willing to learn a variety of complementary techniques through secondments at other IIT research nodes (Pisa, and Genova). Please send your application (full CV, academic referees, statement of research interest and names of 2 referees) by email to alessandro.gozzi(a)iit.it quoting “Job Reference number CB 68793” in the subject line. Please apply before August 31, 2015. Alessandro Gozzi, PhD Istituto Italiano di Tecnologia Center for Neuroscience and Cognitive Systems @ UNITN Corso Bettini 31, 38068 Rovereto, Italy Tel: +39 0464 808 701 alessandro.gozzi(a)iit.it ====================== 6. 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). ================= 7. 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

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17 PhDs, jobs etc
by Gary Green 15 Jul '15

15 Jul '15

1. We are looking for a PhD student with a background in Neuroimaging/Physics/Biomedical Engineering in Amsterdam. The aim of the project is to optimize neurosurgical deep brain stimulation targeting using 3T and 7T scans. 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. For further information, please visit this website: www.academictransfer.com/28873 Best wishes, Guido http://www.spinozacentre.nl/ ================================ 2. Open position: PhD student in Computational Neuroimaging The successful candidate will contribute to research in the Computational Neuroanatomy and Neuroinformatics Lab (CNN Lab) of the Biomedical Engineering Department at New Jersey Institute of Technology. The Lab focuses on development and implementations of analytic and statistic models for providing quantitative biological criteria that help diagnosis of cognitive deficits, by integrating high-dimensional multi-modal neuroimaging, clinical and behavioral data and refined imaging analysis and multivariate machine learning techniques. The collaborative research team includes renowned quantitative and clinical scientists affiliated at New Jersey Institute of Technology, Rutgers University, Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai, City University of New York, and Albert Einstein College of Medicine. The multiple neuroimaging modalities involved in the lab includes structural MRI, DTI, task-based and resting-state fMRI and functional near-infrared spectroscopy (fNIRS). The study population greatly focuses on children with Attention Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD), Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD), Mood Disoder (MD), and Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI). Candidate Requirements: The candidate should have a Master’s degree in biomedical engineering, electrical and computer engineering, computer science, mathematics, physics, computational neurosciences or a related discipline. Expertise in brain imaging and/or programming is highly preferred. Tasks of the PhD student: To work in collaboration with clinical and engineering departments for the development and application of new methodologies; to analyze complex multi-modal and longitudinal neuroimaging and clinical data; to participate in MRI data acquisition, manuscripts writing. Programming Languages and Toolboxes employed in the lab: Matlab, C/C++, Python, Shell Scripts, R, SAS, FSL, FreeSurfer, SPM, AFNI, etc. Operating Systems employed in the lab: Linux based high performance parallel computing system. Contact: The candidature (Research Statement, CV, copies of the transcript and diploma) goes to: Dr. Xiaobo Li Associate Professor of Biomedical Engineering Director of the Computational Neuroanatomy and Neuroinformatics Lab (CNN Lab) New Jersey Institute of Technology xiaobo.li(a)njit.edu ================================ 3. Call for Application for Prospective Ph.D. Students Code: 16167 - Psychology and Social Neuroscience Research curriculum in Cognitive Social and Affective Neurosciences (CoSAN) WHAT: 3 three-year funded PhD positions in Cognitive, Social and Affective Neuroscience (CoSAN) programme (http://www.cosanphd.com) WHO: High-motivated applicants with a deep interest in systems neuroscience and higher-order cognitive, affective and social functions are encouraged to apply. Preferred Degrees: Psychology, Medicine, Neuroscience, Computational Neuroscience, Computer graphics, Computer Science, Biomedical engineering, Statistics, Mathematics Computer Programming skills are in particularly high demand. Applications are invited from candidates who: * hold an Italian diploma di laurea / laurea specialistica / laurea magistrale in any discipline, * hold an equivalent second-level degree (generally equivalent to a Master’s Degree) obtained in any country , in any discipline * expect to receive their degree award by October 31, 2015 WHERE: * Department of Psychology, Sapienza University of Rome http://dippsi.psi.uniroma1.it * Santa Lucia Foundation, Rome http://www.hsantalucia.it COORDINATOR OF THE PROGRAM Salvatore Maria Aglioti, Director of the Social and Cognitive Neuroscience Laboratory, Sapienza University of Rome http://agliotilab.org/ STIPEND: Euro 13.638,47 per year, before taxes RESEARCH TOPICS: Neural correlates of cognitive, social and affective processes including: * Bodily and brain correlates of Intergroup processing, stereotype and prejudice. * Joint attention and joint action in healthy and brain damaged people. * Intention, action and emotion understanding * Pain perception, empathy for pain, existential neuroscience * Body awareness and Self-Other distinction in healthy, spinal cord injured, and brain damaged people * Embodiment and agency in Immersive virtual reality RESEARCH TECHNIQUES: * Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation (TMS) * Transcranial electric Stimulation (tDCS, tACS) * Electroencephalography (EEG), including: o Somatosensory Evoked Potentials (SEP) o Laser Evoked Potentials (LEP) * Infrared Eye-tracking and Motion-tracking * Thermal Imaging * Immersive virtual reality (CAVE and Head mounted display) * Lesion Mapping analysis * fMRI HOW: Admission is based on an evaluation of the skills and aptitude of the candidate, and the selection procedure includes two steps: Phase 1. Evaluation of qualifications Phase 2. On site (or video-conference) interview WHEN: APPLICATION DEADLINE: 24/07/2015 11.59 pm CET HOW TO APPLY: See http://www.cosanphd.com/ and http://www.uniroma1.it/sites/default/files/bando%20%20inglese.pdf Phase 1. The outcome of the evaluation will be published on 31/07/2015. Phase 2. On site interviews will start from 07/09/2015 at 9:00 AM at the Department of Psychology. It is possible, following motivated requests, to conduct Phase 2 interview using video-conferencing facilities. Please, pay attention that the on-site interviews, originally scheduled on September 17th, will start on September 7th INFO: http://www.cosanphd.com/ http://agliotilab.org/ http://www.uniroma1.it/sites/default/files/bando%20%20inglese.pdf http://www.uniroma1.it/sites/default/files/bando_31.pdf CONTACT INFO: Paola Trussardi (organizational manager) - paola.trussardi(a)uniroma1.it (administrative requests) Salvatore M. Aglioti or Emmanuele Tidoni - salvatoremaria.aglioti(a)uniroma1.it or emmanuele.tidoni(a)uniroma1.it (scientific requests) ==================================== 4. Please see the link below for information on a funded studentship in neuroimaging at the Aberdeen Biomedical imaging Centre http://www.abdn.ac.uk/clsm/graduate/research/brain-lesions-997.php I’m happy to reply to requests for further information but applications must be done via the University of Aberdeen’s web page. Gordon Gordon D. Waiter PhD CSci MIPEM CPhys MInstP Aberdeen Biomedical Imaging Centre Division of Applied Medicine University of Aberdeen Lilian Sutton Building Foresterhill Aberdeen AB25 2ZD Tel: +44 (0)1224 438356 (University Internal 8356: NHS Internal 768356) Fax: +44 (0)1224 438364 g.waiter(a)abdn.ac.uk ===================== 5. A research assistant/lab manager position is available in the Language Behavior and Brain Imaging Lab (http://lbbil.rutgers.edu/) at Rutgers University in Newark, New Jersey. Much of our research is devoted to the cognitive neuroscience of reading, with potential application to reading disorders. Other aspects of brain and language studied in the lab include concept formation and speech production. Research is performed using a variety of techniques such as functional magnetic resonance imaging (fMRI), diffusion tensor imaging (DTI), behavioral responses, gene-brain correlations, and magnetoencephalography (MEG). Responsibilities will include data collection from human research participants in both a purely behavioral and functional brain imaging setting, contacting and scheduling research participants, managing institutional review board (IRB) protocols, and data analysis. Requirements for a successful applicant include spoken and written proficiency in English, a minimum of a bachelor-level degree (e.g., BA or BS), preferably in psychology, neuroscience, computer science, engineering, biology, or a related field, and willingness to make a 2-year commitment. Preference will be given to applicants who have experience in cognitive neuroscience research with human participants, are proficient with the linux computing environment, have used experiment delivery and data acquisition software such as E-prime, and can program in a scripting language such as Matlab or Python. Rutgers is the state university of New Jersey, and its Newark campus is in the state’s largest city. Newark is undergoing a renaissance of its own and is only minutes from Manhattan by train. Applications will be reviewed as they are received, with a deadline of September 15th. Please email a resume or CV and contact information for 3 references to william.graves(a)rutgers.edu. ============================== 6. The 2 job adverts- a post-doc and a research assistant to work on my Wellcome Trust funded post-stroke project - Mechanisms underlying spoken language production: facilitating frontal brain networks following aphasic stroke are now out! A strong neuroimaging ( DCM) candidate would be ideal for the postdoc position. Details can be found here : jobs.ac.uk ref: ALN097 jobs.ac.uk ref: ALN227 and can be viewed here: http://www.jobs.ac.uk/job/ALN227/research-associate/ http://www.jobs.ac.uk/job/ALN097/research-assistant/ Please circulate to anyone you think may be interested. Fingers crossed we find the right team. Looking forward to (finally) getting going with this. Thanks for your help. Best wishes, Jenny Jenny Crinion Clinical Scientist/ Speech and Language Therapist, Institute of Cognitive Neuroscience, University College London, 17 Queen Square, London WC1N 3AR, UK Phone: + 44 (0)207 679 1129 Fax: + 44 (0)207 813 2835 http://www.ucl.ac.uk/crinionlab j.crinion(a)ucl.ac.uk ===================== 7. A postdoctoral position is available immediately in the Neuroimaging group (Head: Dr. Igor Yakushev) at the Department of Nuclear Medicine, Technische Universität München (TUM), Munich, Germany. Projects with include the modeling of cerebral networks and disease trajectories on the basis of brain images, as obtained using PET (amyloid, FDG), DTI, and fMRI. The group's clinical focus is neurodegenerative disorders, in particular Alzheimer’s disease. Existing image data will provide the basis for prompt data analyses and publications. The research group is integrated into the TUM Neuroimaging Center, which possesses a broad methodological and thematic expertise: http://www.tumnic.mri.tum.de/tumnic/index.html The Dept. of Nuclear Medicine offers exciting opportunities for neuroimaging research in an interdisciplinary environment and access to state-of-the-art technology including a hybrid PET/MR scanner. The candidate should hold a PhD or equivalent degree in a relevant discipline (e.g., computer sciences, engineering, physics, mathematics, neuroscience, medicine). Experience in image analysis tools (SPM, FSL, FreeSurfer) is desirable. Solid knowledge of programming (Matlab, Java) and statistics (SPSS, SAS, R) is advantageous. Salary is according to TV-L. The position is limited for two years, with a possibility of extension. Applications will be considered until the position has been filled. Interested researchers should submit their applications including CV, two recommendation letters (or names and contact details of personal references), and a brief letter of motivation to Dr. Yakushev at igor.yakushev(a)lrz.tum.de ================================= 8. A CAS supported post-doc position is aviable in Hefei in China (CAS President’s International Fellowship for Postdoctoral Researchers). We are seeking for qualified candidates who have got PHD degree and are interesting in addiction and/or decision making research using MRI, fMRI, EEG, and tDCS. The salary is about $31000-$34000/year (0.2million Chinese yuan /year). The application deadline is August 15th. If you have some question or want to submit a CV, please feel free to send email to zxcustc(a)ustc.edu.cn Thanks a lot! Xiaochu ======================= 9. We are looking for a full-time Postdoctoral Research Fellow to work within the School of Psychology, University of Birmingham. The successful candidate will work on a 5-year project funded within an ERC Consolidator Grant to investigate the role of brain oscillations for human episodic memory. The project focusses on intracranial single-unit recordings in human epilepsy patients and computational modelling of oscillations in memory networks. The postdoctoral researcher will design and conduct experiments with patients in Birmingham and Germany (Erlangen), analyse electrophysiological data and publish the results in international peer reviewed journals. The researcher should also use computational modelling as a tool to generate hypothesis and test the empirical data. The person we are looking for will have demonstrable experience on human or animal electrophysiology and oscillations as measured with EEG/MEG or, ideally, intracranial EEG. They should have a background, or strong interest, in computational modelling of neural networks. They will have an advanced degree (preferably a PhD in Psychology, Computational Neuroscience, or Neuroscience). They must be fluent using Matlab and related toolboxes for analysing brain oscillatory data (i.e. Fieldtrip). We require an individual with very good communication skills. Strong interest in working in a clinical environment is required, and previous clinical experience is a plus. This position will be held in the Memory and Oscillations Lab and will be supervised by Dr Simon Hanslmayr. The lab is a dynamic active group that includes several other Post docs and PhD students and provides a supportive and stimulating environment in which to work. Start date is 1 October 2015. To download the details of this position and submit an electronic application click HERE or visit www.hr.bham.ac.uk/jobs and enter the job reference number 55204 in the search engine. Please send informal enquiries to Dr Simon Hanslmayr (s.hanslmayr(a)bham.ac.uk). Dr. Simon Hanslmayr Senior Lecturer School of Psychology University of Birmingham Edgbaston Birmingham B15 2TT UK Tel +44 121 4146203 http://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/psychology/people/profile.aspx?Referenc… ====================================== 10. he Department of Experimental Psychology at Göttingen University is looking to fill a full post-doc position for 3 + 3 years, beginning 01.10.2015. Salary: Pay grade 13 TV-L. Applicants need to proficient German speakers to give lectures in the Bachelor Psychology. The finally selected candidate studied psychology and holds a highly qualified PhD in Psychology; has excellent programming experience (e.g., Matlab, Presentation and statistical software like R), publications on psychophysiological studies of visual processes (preferably fMRI) and knowledge of and interest in the visual system, visual cognition, and neuroanatomy. Please send your application with the usual documents (also in electronic form) by July 12th, 2015 to Georg-August-Universität Göttingen, Institute for Psychology, Department of Experimental Psychology, Gossler-Str. 14, 37073 Göttingen, e-mail: uwe.mattler(a)psych.uni-goettingen.de. For more Information see: www.uni-goettingen.de/de/305402.html?cid=10715. ================================ 11. Postdoctoral positions on the cognitive neuroscience of implementing instructions We are offering two 2-year post-doctoral positions at the Faculty of Psychology and Educational Sciences, Ghent University, Belgium. The positions are situated in the research groups of Prof. Marcel Brass and Prof. Jan De Houwer and are related to the question of how instructions shape basic cognitive processes. We expect the successful candidate to hold a PhD in psychology, cognitive neuroscience, biology or a related discipline. Furthermore, the candidate should have conducted neuroscientific research on cognitive processes. Experience with fMRI and/or TMS is an asset. We offer an excellent research environment with state of the art neuroimaging facilities. Please send your applications including your CV, a copy of the PhD diploma and contact details for two referees to Prof. Marcel Brass (marcel.brass(a)ugent.be). Applications need to be in by July 20, 2015. The starting date is negotiable. ========================== 12. Open position: Postdoctoral Research Associate in Computational Neuroimaging This is a two years position, renewable for longer term based upon performance and productivity. The Lab focuses on development and implementations of analytic and statistic models for providing quantitative biological criteria that help diagnosis of cognitive deficits, by integrating high-dimensional multi-modal neuroimaging, clinical and behavioral data and refined imaging analysis and multivariate machine learning techniques. The collaborative research team includes renowned quantitative and clinical scientists affiliated at New Jersey Institute of Technology, Rutgers University, Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai, City University of New York, and Albert Einstein College of Medicine. The multiple neuroimaging modalities involved in the lab includes structural MRI, DTI, task-based and resting-state fMRI and functional near-infrared spectroscopy (fNIRS). The study population greatly focuses on children with Attention Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD), Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD), Mood Disoder (MD), and Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI). Qualifications of candidate: A PhD degree in biomedical engineering, electrical and computer engineering, computer science, mathematics, statistics, computational neurosciences or a related quantitative field Research experiences in analyses of neuroimaging data collected from any of the following modalities: structural MRI, DTI, fMRI, fNIRS, and EEG/ERP Strong programming skills in any of the following languages: Matlab, C/C++, Python, Shell Scripts, R, SAS, and extensive knowledge on Unix/Linux operating systems Candidates with strong experience on machine learning, pattern classification, regression methods, or sparse representation are particularly encouraged to apply. Additional qualifications include ability to work well in a multidisciplinary, highly collaborative research team; interest in translational research between neuroscience, computational models, and clinical populations, and s strong record or potential for scholarly productivity. Contact: Please email your CV, statement of research interests and career goals, and copies of representative publications in a single PDF document to: Dr. Xiaobo Li Associate Professor of Biomedical Engineering Director of the Computational Neuroanatomy and Neuroinformatics Lab (CNN Lab) New Jersey Institute of Technology xiaobo.li(a)njit.edu ========================== 13. PostDoc Position in Connectome Research at USC A post-doctoral fellow position in brain connectome research is available at the Laboratory of Neuro Imaging (LONI, http://www.loni.usc.edu ) at the Stevens Neuroimaging and Informatics Institute of USC (http://www.ini.usc.edu). The post-doc fellow will be responsible for developing innovative computational techniques to study vision-related brain connectome using multi-shell diffusion MRI data. The focus of the research will be developing novel algorithms for fiber orientation distribution (FOD) reconstruction, FOD-based tractography, and fiber bundle reconstruction to improve the state-of-the-art in modeling human visual pathway. Through the Laboratory of Neuro Imaging at the Stevens Neuroimaging and Informatics Institute at USC, the post-doctoral fellow will have access to the ideal environment for brain imaging research. The LONI image data archive (IDA) is one of the largest brain image collections that hosts various imaging repositories such as ADNI. The datacenter of LONI boasts 3,328 cores and 26 terabytes of aggregate memory space for Big Data brain image analysis. The new institute will also house a state-of-the-the- art image acquisition center with both 3T (high performance gradient Prisma) and 7T MR (Siemens) scanners for human brain imaging. More information can be found at http://www.ini.usc.edu and http://www.loni.usc.edu. The ideal candidate should have a PhD in engineering, computer science, or applied mathematics, and strong background in brain or medical image analysis. Prior research experience (publications) in diffusion MRI is encouraged and a definite plus. Solid programming skills in C++ and Matlab are desirable. Interested candidates should send their CVs to Dr. Yonggang Shi (yshi(a)loni.usc.edu). Yonggang Shi, Ph.D. Assistant Professor, Tenure-Track USC Stevens Neuroimaging and Informatics Institute Laboratory of Neuro Imaging (LONI) Keck School of Medicine of USC University of Southern California 2001 North Soto Street – SSB1-Room 102 Los Angeles, CA 90032 Phone: (323) 44-BRAIN (442-7246) =============================== 14. Postdoctoral Fellow on Data Mining A prospective, longitudinal birth mother-offspring cohort study (Growing Up in Singapore Towards Health Outcomes; GUSTO) study provides a unique opportunity to investigate 1) gene-environment influence on cognitive and brain development; 2) the regulation of epigenetic memory on the development of children’s mental health. GUSTO establishes the intense assessment of cognition, emotional, brain imaging, genetics and epigenetics from infancy onwards and environmental measurements, such as maternal mental health, nutrition, social support etc. We are now seeking researchers who are interested in mining GUSTO data at all levels. We aim to identify new markers characterizing environmental, genetic, and cognitive factors and hence explaining epigenetic markers and children’s mental health. The position includes opportunities to apply novel computational models to high-dimensional data sets and develop expertise in 'big data' analysis in neuroscience and to work within a highly multidisciplinary research setting that includes expertise in bioinformatics and biostatistics. Requirements: · PhD on cognitive or affective neuroscience, neuroimaging, bioinformatics, computer vision, statistics, or relevant field · Experience on mining high dimensional data · Good communication in English language · English writing skill is a must. ======================= 15. The Department of Psychology at Rutgers University-Newark anticipates hiring at the assistant professor (tenure track) level. We seek applications from individuals with specializations in areas of Psychology and Neuroscience that primarily use fMRI as a methodology. Examples of research areas of special interest include social, developmental and cognitive neuroscience. Applicants that incorporate brain connectivity concepts in their research are encouraged to apply. Applicants will have access to the new Rutgers University Brain Imaging Center (RUBIC; Siemens 3T Trio). This position requires a Ph.D. in Psychology, Neuroscience, or related field. Highest priority will be given to applicants who demonstrate excellence in teaching at the graduate and undergraduate levels, provide research mentorship to students, and have research programs that can be supported by external funding. Applicants should submit a CV, statement of research and teaching interests, 3 top pre/re-prints and 3 letters of recommendation to: facultysearch(a)psychology.rutgers.edu. We will give priority to applications received by October 15th but will continue the search until the position is filled. Diversity Mission: Rutgers/Newark is the most ethnically diverse research-oriented campus in America (16 consecutive years, US News & World Report). Applicants may include a brief statement in their cover letter explaining how their membership in our department will advance the University commitment to diversity. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, disability, protected veteran status or any other classification protected by law. Rutgers-Newark is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer and actively encourages applications from minorities, women, and other underrepresented groups. =========================== 16. TWO NEW JOB OPPORTUNITIES IN CUBRIC, CARDIFF, UK Dear Colleagues Cardiff University Brain Research Imaging Centre (CUBRIC) is undergoing a major expansion of building, equipment and staff. The centre features 4 Siemens MR Scanners (1 x 7T MRI, 2 x 3T Prismas and a Connectom system with 300 mT/m gradients, MEG, EEG, fNIRS, TMS/TDCS) Please visit goo.gl/DP18uS to see details of the new centre, equipment, funding. The first two posts are currently open for applications: Permanent (tenured) Academic Physicist in Ultra-high Field MRI: goo.gl/2zp4oZ Siemens MR Onsite Scientist: goo.gl/qfWQ3r (Lots more jobs being advertised in the coming months) Informal enquiries can be address to cubric(a)cardiff.ac.uk ================================ 17. The Wolfson Brain Imaging Centre, University of Cambridge, is pleased to announce the creation of a new postdoctoral position, Head of 7T MRI Physics, which will lead the development of research studies on the newly acquired Siemens 7T scanner. This will involve close liaison with researchers in the University and MRC Cognition and Brain Sciences Unit, which co-funds this position. The post-holder will be expected to drive forward physics-based research on the scanner, and to enhance the delivery of research MR protocols and data analysis in research areas relevant to the users of the facility. These include clinically driven research areas such as dementia, stroke, head injury, and hydrocephalus, and also studies of normal and abnormal psychology driven by cognitive neuroscience. Particular applications of 7T MRI that are targeted for development in Cambridge include (but are not limited to): functional imaging of cortical layers, high resolution structural imaging, and spectroscopic analysis of neurotransmitter systems. The role will also require the post-holder to work with other member sites of the UK7T network (Oxford, Nottingham, Cardiff and Glasgow), to ensure rapid translation of scientific innovations across the sites. The post-holder will be expected to apply for funding to grow the MRI physics team, and to take on the supervision of PhD students. The successful candidate will have a PhD in a relevant discipline, 7T human MRI experience at post-doctoral level of MR physics as part of a multidisciplinary research group, competence in pulse sequence implementation (IDEA experience is desirable) and competence in some of the following tools: C, X-Windows, Unix, Tcl/Tk, MatLab, Java, C++. For more information please see: http://www.jobs.cam.ac.uk/job/7488 or contact Dr Adrian Carpenter: enquiries(a)wbic.cam.ac.uk. The closing date is August 8th 2015. ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Guy Williams, MA, PhD Assistant Director of Research Wolfson Brain Imaging Centre Department of Clinical Neurosciences University of Cambridge School of Clinical Medicine Box 65 Cambridge Biomedical Campus Cambridge CB2 0QQ Tel.: +44 1223 746464 Fax.: +44 1223 331826 ==============================

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Internet connection
by Paul Elliott 07 Jul '15

07 Jul '15

Hi all, The University is having problems with the JANET (Internet) connection this morning. Problems started shortly after 7am. IT Services are working with JANET to return the connection to a stable state. Work originally scheduled by IT Services to take place this morning has not yet taken place and therefore the JANET connection should be regarded as at risk. IT Services will be providing updates on their twitter account: https://twitter.com/UoYITServices Thanks, Paul. -- Paul Elliott, UNIX Systems Administrator York Neuroimaging Centre (YNiC), University of York

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YNiC seminar today
by rem 02 Jul '15

02 Jul '15

Dear Users This afternoon (from 4 pm in B020) there will be two internal project proposal presentations: 1)**Jonny Smallwood *"Exploring the psychological, structural architecture of spontaneous thought: A cohort study" * 2) Rachel Woodall *"Assessing visual cortex in candidates for retinal prosthetics"* Everyone is welcome to attend and refreshments will be available after the seminar. Best wishes Rebecca -- ************************************************************************ Dr. Rebecca E. Millman Science Liaison Officer York Neuroimaging Centre The Biocentre York Science Park Heslington YO10 5DG Tel: +44 (0) 1904 567614 Fax: +44 (0) 1904 435356

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YNiC seminar 2nd July
by rem 29 Jun '15

29 Jun '15

Dear Users This Thursday (from 4 pm in B020) there will be two internal project proposal presentations: 1)**Jonny Smallwood *"Exploring the psychological, structural architecture of spontaneous thought: A cohort study" * 2) Rachel Woodall *"Assessing visual cortex in candidates for retinal prosthetics"* Everyone is welcome to attend and refreshments will be available after the seminar. Best wishes Rebecca -- ************************************************************************ Dr. Rebecca E. Millman Science Liaison Officer York Neuroimaging Centre The Biocentre York Science Park Heslington YO10 5DG Tel: +44 (0) 1904 567614 Fax: +44 (0) 1904 435356

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YNiC seminar today
by rem 25 Jun '15

25 Jun '15

Dear Users This afternoon (from 4 pm in B020) Dr. Rebecca Jackson, University of Manchester, will give a Connectivity Club talk on *"The use of Novel and Convergent Methodologies to assess Semantic and Default Mode Networks"*. http://www.manchester.ac.uk/research/rebecca.jackson/personaldetails Everyone is welcome to attend and refreshments will be available after the seminar. Best wishes Rebecca -- ************************************************************************ Dr. Rebecca E. Millman Science Liaison Officer York Neuroimaging Centre The Biocentre York Science Park Heslington YO10 5DG Tel: +44 (0) 1904 567614 Fax: +44 (0) 1904 435356

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12 phds/jobs...
by Gary Green 23 Jun '15

23 Jun '15

1. A 3 year postdoctoral fellowship in Multimodal Imaging at NORMENT is currently available. NORMENT is a Norwegian Centre of Excellence, and coordinates a translational multicenter study involving all University hospitals in Oslo and several groups at the Universities of Oslo and Bergen. The main aims are to disentangle the neurobiological, genetic, psychological and environmental factors contributing to the development of severe mental disorders. Through our extensive infrastructure for clinical evaluations, cognitive testing, MRI and biobanking we are assembling a comprehensive database comprising healthy controls and patients suffering from schizophrenia and bipolar disorders. NORMENT is directly involved in several large-scale international collaborative efforts, to which the successful candidate is expected to contribute. http://tinyurl.com/pu6hug2 * Job description The postdoctoral fellow will play a central role in the analysis and dissemination of data from a large imaging genetics database, in particular focusing on developing and applying methods for integrating multimodal imaging (sMRI, DTI, fMRI) and genetics. The work will be carried out as part of a cross-disciplinary team in close collaboration with the NORMENT Biostatistics and Genetics groups, and researchers at the Oxford FMRIB Centre (http://www.fmrib.ox.ac.uk), University of California, San Diego (http://mmil.ucsd.edu), and deCODE genetics, Iceland. The position is funded through an extended career grant from the Norwegian Health Authorities. * Qualifications The successful candidate is ambitious and highly motivated for pursuing a research career, holds a PhD in neuroimaging, computational or cognitive neuroscience, biomedical engineering, biostatistics, or equivalent, has a strong background and interest in neuroscience, genetics, MRI analysis or biostatistics, and a strong publication record. Previous experience with imaging genetics or brain network and connectivity analysis is an advantage. Proficiency in shell scripting, Matlab, R, python or similar programming languages or software tools is required. * The application Applications are submitted through the Oslo University Hospital online recruitment system and must include application letter including motivation for applying for the position, CV summarizing education, relevant work experience, grants etc, a complete list of publications and academic work, and contact details of 2-3 references. Application deadline: July 15 2015 For any informal enquiries regarding the position, please do not hesitate to contact group leader Lars T. Westlye (l.t.westlye(a)psykologi.uio.no). http://tinyurl.com/pu6hug2 ---- Lars T. Westlye, PhD Senior Researcher, Head of Multimodal Imaging Group NORMENT CoE, KG Jebsen Centre for Psychosis Research, Oslo University Hospital, Oslo, Norway Associate Professor II Department of Psychology, University of Oslo Email: l.t.westlye(a)psykologi.uio.no | Phone: +47 971 63 221 ============================================================== 2. Postdoctoral Fellowship at Duke-National University of Singapore Multimodal Neuroimaging in Neuropsychiatric Disorders Laboratory, Center for Cognitive Neuroscience at Duke-NUS Graduate Medical School, National University of Singapore is looking for postdoctoral fellow in cognitive neuroscience and/or multimodal neuroimaging. Our group studies the human neural bases of social-emotion, cognition, and memory functions and the associated vulnerability patterns in neuropsychiatric disorders, including neurodegenerative diseases (focusing on AD, FTD and preclinical stages) and Schizophrenia. Multimodal neuroimaging and psychophysical techniques are employed, including magnetic resonance imaging (MRI), functional MRI, diffusion tensor imaging, and electroencephalography (EEG). We are interested in developing computational methods to examine the network-level structural and functional brain connectivity to shed light on the neurobiological mechanism of disease, paving the way for early detection and intervention. Candidates must have a passionate enthusiasm for research, a strong background in one of the following fields: computational neuroscience, cognitive neuroscience, neuropsychiatric disorders, neuroimaging analyses, mathematics/statistics/machine learning or related-fields. He/she should also possess the ability to take the initiative, work independently and be motivated to work in a highly collaborative and international research environment, and be able to demonstrate creativity, technical independence and excellent communication skills. Strong interest in studying dynamic functional connectivity and its relationships with cognition and disease would be a plus. Proven skills in fMRI/EEG/DTI data analyses is a plus but not necessary. Key attractions are access to a 3T Prisma MR scanner and a MR compatible digital EEG system as well as collaboration opportunities with an excellent network of domestic and international scientists and doctors. The position will be two years with possible extension. Competitive package will be provided based on experience. Interested applicants are welcome to email Assistant Prof. Helen Juan Zhou at helen.zhou(a)duke-nus.edu.sg with application letter, curriculum vitae, three references, and contact information. Website: https://sites.google.com/site/mneuroimaginglab/; http://www.duke-nus.edu.sg/content/zhou-juan-helen =========================================== 3. MRC PhD studentship Doctoral Training Programme, University of Nottingham. Supervisors: Sue Francis, Sir Peter Mansfield Imaging Centre Denis Schluppeck, School of Psychology We are looking to recruit a highly motivated PhD student to study "Somatotopic maps and their renormalisation in patients". The project will combine state-of-the art anatomical and functional MRI at 7 T and advanced data analysis methods. In particular, we aim to measure (a) the topographic organization of human somatosensory cortex (at the scale of a millimetre), (b) the relationship of these maps to columnar and laminar structures (which are fractions of a millimetre), and (c) how these structures are re-organized over time (plastically) in the brains of patients with sensory loss. Our group has recently been awarded a £690,000 collaborative MRC grant to develop this work using 7 T MRI, so the student will be able to benefit from our clinical and non-clinical collaborations at Nottingham, Liverpool, Gothenburg, Aix-Marseille, and North Carolina. Candidates should hold a degree in a relevant field such as neuroscience, psychology, physiology, physics, computer science or a related discipline. We are looking for a highly motivated individual with a general interest in sensory perception, attention and/or decision making. Candidates should have excellent quantitative skills, including a background in computing (preferably Matlab or C/C++), as well as mathematical and technical skills. Experience with neuroimaging, in particular acquisition and analysis of functional MRI data, is a plus. This is a 3-year funded position available from the 1st of September 2015 and the person appointed will be expected to start no later than 1st October 2015. Standard Research Council stipend rates will apply (£14,210 in 2015/16). Informal enquiries may be addressed to Dr Susan Francis, [Email: susan.francis(a)nottingham.ac.uk] or Dr Denis Schluppeck [Email: denis.schluppeck(a)nottingham.ac.uk]. Further details about the Sir Peter Mansfield Imaging Centre and the School of Psychology are available at: http://www.nottingham.ac.uk/psychology and http://www.nottingham.ac.uk/research/groups/spmic/ =================================================== 4. Location: School of Psychology, University of Kent, Canterbury Salary: £32,277 to £45,954 Hours: Full Time Contract Type: Permanent Closes: 21st June 2015 Are you passionate about cognitive psychology or cognitive neuroscience? Do you have the academic skills to challenge thinking, foster debate and develop the ability of students to engage in critical discourse and rational thinking? As a Lecturer in the School of Psychology, you will provide research, teaching, supervision and related administration to enhance the student experience in this subject area. This position is offered on an ongoing and full time basis. As Lecturer in Cognitive Psychology/Cognitive Neuroscience you will: -Undertake research both independently and collaboratively -Train and support students and colleagues in the use of specialist equipment, programming and analysis -Contribute to core teaching on the undergraduate and MSC Psychology programmes As Lecturer in Cognitive Psychology/Cognitive Neuroscience you will have: -A PhD in Psychology, Neuroscience or a cognate discipline -Successful completion of world-leading and internationally excellent research -Evidence of methodological expertise (e.g. TMS, EEG, eye-tracking) -Evidence of the ability to obtain competitive research grants from UK research councils/other international sources If you have the skills and experience we are looking for, this role provides a great opportunity to develop your academic career in a supportive and collegiate environment. School of Psychology The School of Psychology at the University of Kent is consistently rated in the top 20 of UK course providers. Based upon factors such as entry standards, student satisfaction, research assessment and graduate prospects, Psychology at Kent ranked 13th in the 2015 Complete University Guide, 14th in the 2015 Guardian University Guide, and 19th in the 2015 Sunday Times/Times Good University Guide. Our research has four key themes: cognition and neuroscience; developmental psychology; forensic psychology; and social psychology. In all these fields, we have an excellent record of attracting external research funding and postgraduate students and in recent years the School has won funding from the ERC, ESRC, MRC, Leverhulme Trust, British Academy, Nuffield Foundation, Department of Trade and Industry, Age UK, People United, the Higher Education Academy, the Big Lottery Fund, Department of Communities and Local Government, the Ministry of Justice, and HM Prison Service. For more details, and to apply, click here: https://www11.i-grasp.com/fe/tpl_kent01.asp?newms=jj&id=39101&aid=14243 =========================================== 5. One-year neuroimaging postdoc on learning and decision-making http://www.reading.ac.uk/about/jobs/about-job-details.aspx?vacancy_id=10465… -- Dr Anastasia Christakou Centre for Integrative Neuroscience & Neurodynamics School of Psychology & Clinical Language Sciences University of Reading anastasia.christakou.org ========================== 6. Two positions are available for Postdoctoral Fellows in the lab of Dr. Matilde Inglese, Department of Neurology at the Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai Hospital in New York city. The ideal candidates would hold a Ph.D. degree in Medical Physics, Biomedical Engineering, or a related field. These positions requires experience in the acquisition and analysis of structural/functional MRI data and/or MR spectroscopy data. Candidates should be highly motivated and interested in working in an interdisciplinary environment. Strong written and oral English communication skills are required. Details for each position can be found in the attached documents. Applicants should send a cover letter describing research experience and interests, as well as an up-to-date curriculum vitae, and contact information for three references to Matilde Inglese, M.D., Ph.D., by email: matilde.inglese(a)mssm.edu. Potential applicants can contact me during the OHBM meeting or by email (catarina.saiote(a)mssm.edu) to find out more about the role. Best, Catarina Saiote, PhD Postdoctoral Fellow Department of Neurology Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai Phone:212-824-9320 http://icahn.mssm.edu/research/labs/inglese-laboratory =============================== 7. Research Associate Position in Cambridge (UK) Applicants should have a PhD degree with a strong background in neuroimaging and neuroscience to join the Drug Addiction Research group on 1 October 2015 for at least 2 years. The group focuses on functional and structural brain abnormalities associated with the risk of and resilience to drug addiction, and the effects that chronic drug exposure has on the brain. Proficiency with Python, Matlab, or R languages, and other neuroimaging analysis software (e.g. FSL, AFNI, SPM, etc.) and experience with fMRI and DTI analyses are expected. In order to maximise the research outputs from the data, a demonstrated interest in researching, developing, applying and interpreting novel analysis methods is highly desirable. Closing date 15 June 2015 Start date 01 October 2015 Website http://www.jobs.cam.ac.uk/job/7027/ Salary £28,695-£37,394 Category Human Neuroimaging Research Reference Number RN06116 Informal enquiries may be directed to Dr Karen Ersche via email to ke220(a)cam.ac.uk. =================================== 8 Open position: Postdoctoral Research Associate in Computational Neuroimaging This is a two years position, renewable for longer term based upon performance and productivity. Review of applicants will begin on August 1st, 2015, and will continue until the position is filled. The successful candidate will contribute to research in the Computational Neuroanatomy and Neuroinformatics Lab (CNN Lab) of the Biomedical Engineering Department at New Jersey Institute of Technology. The Lab focuses on development and implementations of analytic and statistic models for providing quantitative biological criteria that help diagnosis of cognitive deficits, by integrating high-dimensional multi-modal neuroimaging, clinical and behavioral data and refined imaging analysis and multivariate machine learning techniques. The collaborative research team includes renowned quantitative and clinical scientists affiliated at New Jersey Institute of Technology, Rutgers University, Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai, City University of New York, and Albert Einstein College of Medicine. The multiple neuroimaging modalities involved in the lab includes structural MRI, DTI, task-based and resting-state fMRI and functional near-infrared spectroscopy (fNIRS). The study population greatly focuses on children with Attention Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD), Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD), Mood Disoder (MD), and Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI). Qualifications of candidate: A PhD degree in biomedical engineering, electrical and computer engineering, computer science, mathematics, statistics, computational neurosciences or a related quantitative field Research experiences in analyses of neuroimaging data collected from any of the following modalities: structural MRI, DTI, fMRI, fNIRS, and EEG/ERP Strong programming skills in any of the following languages: Matlab, C/C++, Python, Shell Scripts, R, SAS, and extensive knowledge on Unix/Linux operating systems Candidates with strong experience on machine learning, pattern classification, regression methods, or sparse representation are particularly encouraged to apply. Additional qualifications include ability to work well in a multidisciplinary, highly collaborative research team; interest in translational research between neuroscience, computational models, and clinical populations, and s strong record or potential for scholarly productivity. Contact: Please email your CV, statement of research interests and career goals, and copies of representative publications in a single PDF document to: Dr. Xiaobo Li Associate Professor of Biomedical Engineering Director of the Computational Neuroanatomy and Neuroinformatics Lab (CNN Lab) New Jersey Institute of Technology xiaobo.li(a)njit.edu ===================================================== 9. Open position: PhD student in Computational Neuroimaging Application Due: October 1st, 2015 Starting date: 2016 Spring Semester The successful candidate will contribute to research in the Computational Neuroanatomy and Neuroinformatics Lab (CNN Lab) of the Biomedical Engineering Department at New Jersey Institute of Technology. The Lab focuses on development and implementations of analytic and statistic models for providing quantitative biological criteria that help diagnosis of cognitive deficits, by integrating high-dimensional multi-modal neuroimaging, clinical and behavioral data and refined imaging analysis and multivariate machine learning techniques. The collaborative research team includes renowned quantitative and clinical scientists affiliated at New Jersey Institute of Technology, Rutgers University, Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai, City University of New York, and Albert Einstein College of Medicine. The multiple neuroimaging modalities involved in the lab includes structural MRI, DTI, task-based and resting-state fMRI and functional near-infrared spectroscopy (fNIRS). The study population greatly focuses on children with Attention Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD), Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD), Mood Disoder (MD), and Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI). Candidate Requirements: The candidate should have a Master’s degree in biomedical engineering, electrical and computer engineering, computer science, mathematics, physics, computational neurosciences or a related discipline. Expertise in brain imaging and/or programming is highly preferred. Tasks of the PhD student: To work in collaboration with clinical and engineering departments for the development and application of new methodologies; to analyze complex multi-modal and longitudinal neuroimaging and clinical data; to participate in MRI data acquisition, manuscripts writing. Programming Languages and Toolboxes employed in the lab: Matlab, C/C++, Python, Shell Scripts, R, SAS, FSL, FreeSurfer, SPM, AFNI, etc. Operating Systems employed in the lab: Linux based high performance parallel computing system. Contact: The candidature (Research Statement, CV, copies of the transcript and diploma) goes to: Dr. Xiaobo Li Associate Professor of Biomedical Engineering Director of the Computational Neuroanatomy and Neuroinformatics Lab (CNN Lab) New Jersey Institute of Technology xiaobo.li(a)njit.edu ====================================== 10. The Charitable Foundation P&K Pühringer together with the Universities of Zurich and Geneva is inviting applications for Ph.D. and postdoc positions to study the practical implications of neuroeconomic theory and the neuroscience of learning in investment and wealth management. We seek outstanding young researchers as of August 2015: • 2 Post Doctoral Fellows in Neuroeconomics with experience in neuroimaging and/or computational models of decision making • 1 PhD Student in Neuroeconomics • 1 Post Doctoral Fellow in data analysis and machine learning Successful applicants will have joint appointments at the Universities of Zurich or Geneva and the Asset Management company ZZ Vermögensberatung (Schweiz) AG in Vitznau, Switzerland. The positions will be located at the RIC in Vitznau which offers a unique combination of a strong financial investment group and state-of-the-art neuroscientific methodologies as well as close links to the cereneo neurorehabilitation clinic which is housed under the same roof. The latter focuses on the neural processes underlying learning and recovery after brain lesions. We offer: • For postdocs, 2 year appointment renewable upon good performance up to 5 years. • State of the art neuroimaging, including 3T Philips Ingenia MRI, brain stimulation lab, and more • The opportunity to develop application-driven research at the intersection of finance and neuroscience • Interdisciplinary research evironment including experts in finance, neuroscience and neurology as well as finance professionals • Workplace in an attractive environment, located in one of the most beautiful regions of Switzerland We expect: • Strong background in Neuroeconomics / Neurofinance and data analysis, respectively, with above average track record • Willingness for independent and interdisciplinary work in unconventional, creative ways • Good communication skills • Commitment to a multi-year research project allowing development of own research ideas Applications should include a letter of motivation, CV, list of publications (with key pubilcations marked) as well as the names and addresses (including email) of two references. Please send applications in electronic form to Kai.Lutz(a)cereneo.ch or in paper form to cereneo AG, Dr. Kai Lutz, Seestrasse 18, 6354 Vitznau, Switzerland. The deadline for application is July 15, 2015. Outstanding late applications may be considered. ================================= 11. We are looking for a PHD Student. Please read all détails : TEAM HOME Thematic : Neurosciences Team name: Institute for Memory and Alzheimer’s Disease Team Home Manager Supervisor Harald Hampel HAMPEL Harald(PU) Title of the research unit: : Institut du Cerveau et de la Moelle Épinière (ICM), INSERM Name of Director : Alexis Brice PROPOSED TOPIC Title : Structural, Functional and Effective Connectivity of AD Related Neural Networks Project : Applications are invited for a fully funded PhD position (3 years) at the Pierre and Marie Curie University (Université Pierre et Marie Curie (Paris 6), UPMC, Paris, France), at the Doctoral School of Brain, Cognition, Behavior (Ecole Doctorale Cerveau-Cognition-Comportement, “ED3C”). The UPMC, part of the Sorbonne Universities, is the leading University in France in the area of science, technology, and medicine and among the leading universities in the world. The scientific policy of the “ED3C” is strongly characterized by its multidisciplinary nature and its commitment towards both human sciences and mathematical disciplines. Objectives : The PhD will be involved in the investigation of structural, functional and effective connectivity of neural network models related to Alzheimer’s disease (AD), such as the limbic system (especially the hippocampal formation, the amygdala, and the entorhinal cortex) and the basal forebrain cholinergic system using both Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI) and functional Magnetic Resonance Imaging (fMRI) including advanced tractography methods. The associations between brain pathology and indices of functional and structural connectivity are expected to help our understanding of the role of specific neural networks and their connectivity in brain function in healthy aging and neurodegenerative disease. The PhD student will be involved in the study of the multi-modal nature of specific neural networks – both in the structural and the functional domains and how these two components interact with each other – along with the staging spectrum of AD (from preclinical to prodromal to dementia). To this aim, he/she will have access to different landmark clinical cohorts and datasets of patients including the INSIGHT, SOCRATES, and EDSD cohorts. The PhD student will be involved in the exploration of the various uses that structural and functional neuroimaging biomarkers can play in detecting, diagnosing, assessing treatment response and in investigating neurodegenerative diseases with a special emphasis on AD. The successful applicant will work under the supervision of the AXA Research Fund and UPMC Chair, Prof. Harald Hampel, located at the Institute for Memory and Alzheimer’s Disease (IM2A) and the Brain & Spine Institute (Institut du Cerveau et de la Moelle Épinière, ICM), Paris, the leading French Institute on brain research, centrally located within the Pitié-Salpêtrière University Hospital – Charles Foix. The Brain & Spine Institute (http://icm-institute.org/menu/actualites) is a widely renowned research centre of excellence of international dimensions. It brings together motivated scientists from various horizons and countries in order to develop innovative and cutting-edge research in the area of Neuroscience. Research teams work at the Brain & Spine Institute independently but are strictly interconnected through cross-disciplinary research programs (both basic and clinical), thus encouraging the amalgamation of different skills. The multidisciplinary approach to Neuroscience (Neurobiology, Neurochemistry, Neurogenetics, Neuropsychology as well as structural / functional / diffusion / molecular Neuroimaging) taken by the Brain & Spine Institute represents a vital and dynamic advance in research. Background There is growing evidence that brain activity supports complex cognitive function that occurs within large- scale brain networks rather than within single isolated brain regions. For the definition of connectivity of brain activity between brain regions, two major concepts have been applied (Horwitz, 2003). The first concept refers to functional connectivity, i.e., the correlation between neuronal changes within one brain region related to another (Friston, 1998). Functional connectivity has been applied to explore the correlative pattern of brain activity (Bokde et al., 2006; 2001). In contrast, effective connectivity refers to the causal influence of one brain region’s activity on another where that direction of influence can be explicitly modelled (Ramnani et al., 2004). Furthermore, global [rather than local] network properties may be characterized, using graph theory to describe the properties of a network’s architecture in terms of efficiency or connectedness (Bullmore & Sporns, 2009). In recent years, more and more centers have successfully begun employing formal network analyses as biomarkers of neurodegenerative diseases (Hampel et al., 2014; 2012; Horwitz & Rowe, 2011). Actually, current understanding of the effects of focal damage on neural networks is rudimentary, even though such understanding could provide greater insight into important neurological and neurodegenerative diseases (Bokde et al., 2008; 2006). AD is characterized by early, non-linear dynamic, chronically progressive cellular and molecular2 mechanisms (protein misfolding) leading to neurodegeneration that translates clinically into multi-domain cognitive and behavioral decline, psychopathological disturbances with subsequent loss of function to perform day-to-day tasks and ultimately total loss of independence. Findings derived from neuroimaging studies of both the structural and functional organization of the human brain have led to the widely supported hypothesis that neural networks of temporally coordinated brain activity across different regional brain structures underpin cognitive function. Thus, a failure of the regions of a network to interact at a high level of coordination may underpin progressive cognitive decline which is present in AD (Bokde et al., 2009). The breakdown of network function may be due to interaction failure among the regions of a network, which is denoted the disconnection hypothesis (Friston, 1998). In other words, a disruption in the temporal- spatially coordinated activity among different regions in the brain rather than isolated changes in specific brain regions may underlie cognitive impairment in AD. The breakdown is thought to be due to progressive AD pathophysiology with underlying molecular mechanisms leading downstream to neuronal and synaptic dysfunction and ultimately to neuronal loss. Such AD-characteristic structural and functional alterations are hypothesized to reflect at least partially the progressive impairment of fiber tract connectivity and integrity (Stoub et al., 2006; Morrison & Hof, 2002), suggesting that the disconnection in AD is evident at both the functional and structural level. Notably, the multi-modal nature of networks should be examined, i.e., both the structural and functional components that define a network. Given the substantial changes that the brain undergoes with the presence of AD-related pathophysiology, these alterations will manifest themselves not only in the functional and structural modules but also in how the changes in the two domains interact with one another (Teipel et al., 2007a). Neuroimaging biomarkers will need to be developed and analyzed crossectionally and longitudinally in terms of underlying brain networks rather than in terms of individual regions (Horwitz & Rowe, 2011). Overall, the current discussion on AD argues that it presents in part a dynamically progressive structural, functional and metabolic disconnection syndrome that may undergo distinct stages from potentially reversible adaptation to functional compensation to irreversible decompensation. Studies using fMRI (Bokde et al., 2008; 2006) and electroencephalography (Jelles et al., 2008; Babiloni et al., 2006) demonstrate that synchronicity of brain activity is altered in AD and correlates with cognitive deficits. Moreover, recent advances in diffusion tensor imaging (DTI) to examine white matter microstructural changes have made it possible to track axonal projections across the brain, revealing substantial regional impairment in fiber-tract integrity in AD (Teipel et al., 2011; Teipel et al. 2007b). This work will substantially help develop biomarkers for early detection, prediction and progression of AD and will support the discovery and validation of markers that map the effects of disease modifying therapies on the brain, ultimately providing much needed surrogate biological markers. Key references Horwitz B. (2003). Neuroimage 19:466–470. Friston KJ. (1998). Schizophr Res 30:115–125. Bokde ALW et al. (2006). Brain 129:1113–1124. Bokde ALW et al. (2001). Neuron 30:609–617. Ramnani N. et al. (2004). Biol Psychiatry 56:613–619. Bullmore E & Sporns O (2009). Nat Rev Neurosci 10:186–198. Hampel et al. (2014) Biochem Pharmacol 88:426-449. Hampel et al. (2012) Alzheimers Dement 8:312-336. Horwitz B & Rowe JB (2011). Prog Neurobiol 95:505-509. Bokde ALW. et al. (2008). Psychiatr Res Neuroimaging 163:248 259. Bokde ALW et al. (2009). Prog Neurobiol 89:125–133 Stoub TR et al. (2006). Proc Natl Acad Sci USA 103:10041–10045. Morrison JH & Hof PR (2002). Prog Brain Res 136:467–486. Teipel SJ et al. (2007a). Brain 130:1745–1758. Jelles B et al. (2008). Clin Neurophysiol 119:837–841. Babiloni et al. (2006). Brain Res Bull 69:63–73. Teipel SJ et al. (2011) Hum Brain Mapp 32:1349-1362. Teipel SJ et al. (2007b). Neuroimage 34:985–995. Requirements The ideal candidate is expected to have a robust academic and science background. A preference will be given to students with profound knowledge in neuroscience, neuroimaging data analysis, applied mathematics, biostatistics, or computer science at the master’s level. Candidates demonstrating competencies on structural and functional MRI methods, knowledge and experience with MRI-related data analysis packages (SPM, Matlab, Freesurfer, AFNI), statistical softwares (e.g., SPSS or R), and programming skills (e.g., MATLAB, Python, C++) will have a strong advantage. The candidate has to be fluent both in written and spoken English. The position is expected to begin in October 2015. Applications should include a full Curriculum Vitae and a Cover Letter detailing the applicant’s interest and motivation for this position. Two letters of academic reference, assessing the applicant’s skills, research and learning potential, ability to team work and personality, should be sent independently by the referees. Applications together with all documents, including reference letters, should be submitted electronically to: e.mirassou-ihu(a)icm-institute.org with reference to “PhD position" in the E-mail header. Applications must be received within the 30th of June 2015. Best, -- Elodie Mirassou Assistante du Professeur Harald Hampel, MD, PhD, MA, MSc AXA Research Fund & UPMC Chair Sorbonne Universities Université Pierre et Marie Curie - Paris 6 Institut de la Mémoire et de la Maladie d’Alzheimer & Institut du Cerveau et de la Moelle épinière (ICM) Département de Neurologie Pavillon François Lhermitte Hôpital Pitié Salpêtrière 47 Boulevard de l’hôpital 75651 Paris CEDEX 13 Phone: + 33 (0) 1 42 16 75 21 (office) Email: e.mirassou-ihu(a)icm-institute.org -- 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 =========================================== 12. Research /Postdoctoral position Full-Time Regular Position (1.0 FTE) Start Date: July 1 (negotiable)- Located in Eugene, Oregon Description of Project: Relation of Consummatory and Anticipatory Food Reward to Obesity (Project Milkshake) and An fMRI Test of the Dynamic Vulnerability Model of Obesity: Risk Factor Plasticity (The Chocolate Study) Purpose of Position: The Research /Postdoc will participate as an active partner in conceptualizing, designing, and planning neuroimaging research projects. Participate in ongoing decisions regarding design, data analysis, data collection, and methodology. Conceptualize and perform pre-processing and analysis of fMRI data. Assist with running fMRI scans. Act as co-author or may take a lead role on research publications. Prepare and present findings at conferences. Suggest, plan, and implement pilot studies. Collaborate with researchers from other institutions. Position Requirements: I Knowledge, skills and abilities: Demonstrated knowledge of procedures and protocols for conducting all aspects of fMRI research projects. Must have a thorough knowledge of the extant literature in fMRI research. Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively in writing, as shown by having published articles in professional journals. Ability to supervise the work of other research staff. Excellent oral and written communication skills, including public speaking. Ability to work effectively with diverse people of racial, cultural and ethnic backgrounds valued. Must have good interpersonal skills. Demonstrated grant writing ability desirable. Must be able to work flexible hours and/or increase hours during critical phases of a project. II Experience and training: Ph.D. in social or behavioral science with four (4) years of increasingly responsible research experience with neuroimaging and neuroimaging analysis, or any equivalent combination of education and experience which provide the applicant with the knowledge, skill, and ability to perform the job. Experience in the preparation of manuscripts for publication. Working knowledge of statistical procedures and program packages to perform fMRI preprocessing and data analysis. Experience working with individuals from diverse cultural, ethnic and racial backgrounds valued. III Personal traits and characteristics: Must be able to work effectively with others, value working in a collaborative environment. Successful candidates will be reliable, able to meet project obligations, and have good self-management skills that enable them to accomplish activities within project time constraints. Must be able to interact comfortably with individuals from different socioeconomic classes and cultures. Must be discreet and willing to adhere to the principals of confidentiality governing research work and the ORI computer acceptable use policy. Apply at http://ori.applicantpool.com/jobs/ Visit our website at http://www.ori.org/ ============================================

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YNiC seminar 25th June
by rem 22 Jun '15

22 Jun '15

Dear Users This Thursday (from 4 pm in B020) Dr. Rebecca Jackson, University of Manchester, will give a Connectivity Club talk on *"The use of Novel and Convergent Methodologies to assess Semantic and Default Mode Networks"*. http://www.manchester.ac.uk/research/rebecca.jackson/personaldetails Everyone is welcome to attend and refreshments will be available after the seminar. Best wishes Rebecca -- ************************************************************************ Dr. Rebecca E. Millman Science Liaison Officer York Neuroimaging Centre The Biocentre York Science Park Heslington YO10 5DG Tel: +44 (0) 1904 567614 Fax: +44 (0) 1904 435356

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PhDs & jobs
by Gary Green 12 Jun '15

12 Jun '15

1. hD and postdoc positions are available at the Queensland Brain Institute, University of Queensland, Brisbane, Australia. The research focus is to understand the functional connectivity using rodent (especially transgenic mouse) models of diseases with structural, functional and molecular imaging. Specifically we will examine genetic mutation dependent change of the connectome and its relationship with neurotransmission, behaviour and other disease phenotypes. For detail about the position and application please see: http://jobs.uq.edu.au/caw/en/job/497432/postdoctoral-research-fellowresearc… ========================= 2. Two 36 months PhD positions are available in the Cognitive Psychology & Neuroscience Group (http://webpsy.uni-graz.at/cognitive/) at the Department of Psychology, University of Graz. The positions are available immediately (as of 28 May 2015). The positions are part of the project “Attention and Memory in Overt Visual Search: Investigating Online Processing of Targets and Distractors with Fixation-Related Potentials and Fixation Based Event-Related fMRI Analysis” (PIs C. Körner & A. Ischebeck) funded by the Austrian Science Fund (FWF). The project uses combinations of eye tracking and EEG/ERP or fMRI to investigate the neural basis of target and distractor processing in visual search with eye movements. The job requirements are research in the field of Experimental Psychology and Cognitive Neuroscience as well as publishing in peer-reviewed scientific journals and presenting results at international conferences supported by the PIs. We seek applicants with a master’s degree in Cognitive Neuroscience, (Experimental) Psychology, or a related field. A solid knowledge in Experimental Psychology and Cognitive Neuroscience is desirable, as well as methodological knowledge in the field of either EEG, fMRI or eye tracking. Strong computer programming and statistical skills are advantageous. Salary will be in accordance with FWF regulations (http://www.fwf.ac.at/en/research-funding/personnel-costs/; gross income € 2024.90 p.m.). Please apply by sending a CV, a short description of your Master’s Thesis and relevant background, and contact details of a referee to Christof Körner (christof.koerner [at] uni-graz.at). Direct inquiries may also be sent to this address. Review of applications will continue until the positions are filled. Dr. Christof Körner Arbeitsbereich Allgemeine Psychologie Institut für Psychologie, Karl-Franzens-Universität Graz Universitätsplatz 2, A-8010 Graz, Austria Phone + 43 - 316 - 380 - 5108 ================================= 3. Applications are invited for a two-year Marie-Curie Fellowship for a post-doctoral scientist position at the BIND - Behavioral Imaging and Neural Dynamics Center, University "G. d'Annunzio" of Chieti-Pescara (Italy). The position is funded by the European project ANDREA - Active Nanocoated DRy-electrode for Eeg Applications (http://www.andreaproject.eu; http://cordis.europa.eu/project/rcn/109927_en.html), whose main objective is to develop a novel dry electrode EEG system with adjustable cap network provided with an automated sensor positioning mechanism, active pre-amplification and a software toolbox for automatic artifacts removal. The successful applicant will mainly contribute to the development and implementation of novel analytical methods for the processing of electroencephalographic (EEG) signals recorded with prototype EEG systems developed in the ANDREA project. The developed analytical methods will be validated within the framework of multimodal and interdisciplinary studies on the neural correlates of human behavior in clinical and non-clinical populations. Candidates with an excellent academic record in computational neuroscience (or biomedical engineering, or applied physics, or similar), good programming abilities and a strong background in human EEG data analysis are welcome to apply. Knowledge of, and/or experience with, physiological recordings would be a plus. Candidates must be fluent in spoken and written English, and have good communication and team work skills. The position is funded for two years, beginning in Fall 2015. Gross yearly salary will be € 62.361,00 plus €. 11.832,60 for mobility. Candidates must fulfill the eligibility criteria foreseen for this position by the EC: they must have more than 4 and less than 10 years of research experience, and they must have not resided or having carried out study or research activities in Italy for a total of more than 12 months during the 3 years immediately preceding the beginning of this position. The successful candidate will benefit from the interdisciplinary and intersectoral environment of the ANDREA Project, as well as from the state-of-the-art neuroimaging facilities available. Further information regarding this position and the application procedures can be obtained by contacting Prof. Silvia Comani, Head of the BIND Center and Coordinator of the ANDREA Project (comani(a)unich.it). Deadline for applications: July 13, 2015. =========================== 4. Postdoctoral Position in the new Motor Control Group at Western University (PI: Jörn Diedrichsen). The Motor Control Group at Western University is recruiting 1-2 new full-time postdoctoral fellows. The laboratory investigates motor skill learning and motor coordination in the human brain. We use a combination of experimental and computational methods, ranging from functional magnetic resonance imaging (with focus on multivariate analysis techniques), behavioral experiments, neuro-stimulation, and computational modelling. Applicants with an interest in either basic neuroscience research of motor control, method development for functional imaging, and research in clinical applications of motor control are encouraged to apply. For more information about the lab, see: http://www.icn.ucl.ac.uk/motorcontrol/. The laboratory is currently in the process of moving from University College London to the Brain and Mind Institute Western University (www.uwo.ca/bmi ), where we will collaborate tightly with the research groups of Dr. Andrew Pruszynski and Prof. Paul Gribble. Our facilities at Western include a full range of high and ultra-high field, research-only, MRI scanners (3T, 7T, and 9.4T), a range of robotic and recording devices for the study of arm and hand function, and access to a large neurological patient population in affiliated teaching hospitals. Cognitive Neuroscience is a key area of research strength at Western University with more than 25 Principal Investigators and nearly 200 trainees in the Brain and Mind Institute. A Ph.D. degree in neuroscience, psychology, computer science, engineering, kinesiology, or related fields is required. Annual salary will be $42,000 - $46,000 CND, depending on the level of experience. Initial appointments will be for a period of 2 years, with a possibility for renewal. Further inquiries and applications including a CV and a statement of research interest should be sent by email to: j.diedrichsen(a)ucl.ac.uk. The review of applications will begin on July 15st and continue until the positions are filled. ============================= 5. A computer scientist position is available with the Neuroimaging Research for Veterans Center at the Veterans Administration Hospital in Jamaica Plain, Massachusetts SALARY RANGE: $64,020.00 to $83,227.00 / Per Year OPEN PERIOD: Monday, June 8, 2015 to Friday, June 12, 2015 SERIES & GRADE: GS-1550-11 POSITION INFORMATION: Full Time - Term NTE 3 years DUTY LOCATIONS: 1 vacancy in the following location: Boston, MA NOTE: This is a TERM appointment (not-to-exceed 3 years). Term appointments are non-status, nonpermanent appointments of limited duration (more than 1 year but not more than 4). Term employees are eligible to earn leave and generally have the same benefits as permanent employees including health and life insurance, within-grade increases and Federal Employees Retirement System and Thrift Savings Plan coverage. Term appointments may be extended without further competition (up to the 4 year maximum). The appointment to a Term position does not confer eligibility for promotion or reassignment to other positions or the ability to be non-competitively converted to permanent employment. Employee will be assigned to the Neuroimaging Research For Veterans Center (NeRVe), VA Boston Healthcare System, Jamaica Plain, MA, performing life cycle analysis and program management for data management functions involved in collecting, storing, analyzing, and sharing clinical and research neuroimaging data through a web-based system that includes Statistical Parametric Mapping (SPM), Freesurfer, and/or FMRB (Functional Magnetic Resonance of the Brain) using a variety of languages such as: C#, SQL, XML, VBSCRIPT, JAVASCRIPT, XSLT, XQUERY, and Matlab. Duties include, but may not be limited to the following: Position requires extensive knowledge of Unix/Linux operating systems; and involves working with researchers to determine their needs; performs analyses of the research studies and clinical trial protocols to perform systems analyses for determining the data requirements, design application and data storage systems and technologies, and complex issues of data migration/work flow processing that are appropriate for the storage methods. Conducts hardware and software analysis; performs cost factors analysis; analyzes and determines vendor options; and tests vendors' products to determine their operational effectiveness and efficiency for the NeRVe requirements. Performs analysis of clinical trials electric data capture requirements for screening, randomization, kit assignment, serious adverse events, data collection, and reporting. Performs mapping analyses needed to determine data assurance and security requirements for data migration; determines data backup systems and protocols needed to support web-based applications and the data warehouse; and evaluates the researchers' clinical trial data reporting requirements and determines the actions to implement required changes, while concurrently ensuring data integrity and information security assurance throughout the enterprise. Works closely with Information Resource Management (IRM) personnel to accomplish systems and program administrative compliance in conjunction with IRM requirements and security protocols; and educates and trains new users of the system and helps to troubleshoot and resolve system problems for all users. Qualifications: BASIC EDUCATION REQUIREMENT –Applicants must possess a bachelor's degree (or higher) from an accredited college or university in computer science or a bachelor's degree that included 30 semester hours in a combination of mathematics, statistics, and computer science. At least 15 of the 30 semester hours must have included any combination of statistics and mathematics that included differential and integral calculus. (TRANSCRIPT REQUIRED) SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE: In addition to meeting the basic education requirement above, applicants must have at least one (1) year of specialized experience that equipped them with the knowledge, skill, and ability to successfully perform the duties of this position, and that is typically in or related to the work of this position. To be creditable, this specialized experience must have been equivalent to at least the GS-9 grade level in the Federal service. Specialized experience includes: professional positions which primarily involve the application of, or research into, computer science methods and techniques to store, manipulate, transform or present information by means of computer systems. The primary requirements of the work are (a) professional competence in applying the theoretical foundations of computer science, including computer system architecture and system software organization, the representation and transformation of information structures, and the theoretical models for such representations and transformations; (b) specialized knowledge of the design characteristics, limitations, and potential applications of systems having the ability to transform information, and of broad areas of applications of computing which have common structures, processes, and techniques; and (c) knowledge of relevant mathematical and statistical sciences. Knowledge of health services research; training researchers and clinicians; and working with Unix/Linux operating systems is also required. OR SUBSTITUTION OF EDUCATION FOR EXPERIENCE (TRANSCRIPT REQUIRED): Three (3) years of progressively higher level graduate education leading to a Ph.D. degree or Ph.D. or equivalent doctoral degree that provided the knowledge, skills, and abilities necessary to do the work of this position is qualifying at the GS-11 level. OR COMBINING EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE (TRANSCRIPT REQUIRED) - Combination of successfully completed graduate education and experience may be used to meet total qualification requirements. You can apply for the position through USA Jobs here- https://www.usajobs.gov/GetJob/ViewDetails/405836700 ================================== 6. Research Associate Position in Cambridge (UK) Applicants should have a PhD degree with a strong background in neuroimaging and neuroscience to join the Drug Addiction Research group on 1 October 2015 for at least 2 years. The group focuses on functional and structural brain abnormalities associated with the risk of and resilience to drug addiction, and the effects that chronic drug exposure has on the brain. Proficiency with Python, Matlab, or R languages, and other neuroimaging analysis software (e.g. FSL, AFNI, SPM, etc.) and experience with fMRI and DTI analyses are expected. In order to maximise the research outputs from the data, a demonstrated interest in researching, developing, applying and interpreting novel analysis methods is highly desirable. Salary £28,695-£37,394 Category Human Neuroimaging Research Reference Number RN06116 Informal enquiries may be directed to Dr Karen Ersche via email to ke220(a)cam.ac.uk. ==================================== 7. Postdoctoral studies in advanced functional magnetic resonance imaging analysis (scholarship; extended application deadline) . We are seeking a highly talented and enthusiastic researcher with a PhD in neuroimaging awarded within the past three years to work on projects in which advanced functional magnetic resonance imaging (fMRI) analysis methods are applied to the problem of how we perceive our own body in space. The research will be conducted at the Brain, Body and Self Laboratory at the Department of Neuroscience (www.ehrssonlab.se). This center has widespread expertise in fMRI, and the Karolinska Institutet has two MR-centers with state-of-the-art 3T MR scanners (GE and Siemens, respectively). The ideal candidate will have expertise in the acquisition and analysis of fMRI data, as well as excellent programming skills (preferably including MatLab and C++). Expertise in multivoxel pattern analysis, voxel-based receptive field mapping or dynamic causal modeling would be an advantage, as would an undergraduate education in engineering (or a related area). The candidate is expected to work on projects in which advanced fMRI methods are applied to questions relating to how multisensory signals from the body are integrated at the levels of cortical and subcortical structures and/or the decoding of body illusions; however, purely technical projects involving method development are also possible. Good social skills are important as the candidate is expected to actively collaborate with other members of the laboratory, in addition to running his or her own project. Applicants should be able to demonstrate a consistently good academic record, including publications in international journals. For full and and details about the application procedure visit: https://ki.mynetworkglobal.com/en/what:job/jobID:67803/where:4/ Application deadline: June 30 (extended) Henrik Ehrsson, M.D., Ph.D. Professor Karolinska Institutet Department of Neuroscience Brain, Body and Self Laboratory Adress: Retzius väg 8, SE-17177 Stockholm, Sweden Phone: +46-(0)852487231 Fax: +46-(0)852487126 Email: Henrik.Ehrsson(a)ki.se Web: www.ehrssonlab.se ============================== 8. We would greatly appreciate your help with disseminating the following PhD opportunity to potential candidates, e.g. suitable Msc students. It is a fully funded (fees and stipend) cotutelle (50/50) studentship between Aston and Macquarie and the student will spend 1.5 years at each site, starting at Aston and with an optional 4th write-up year at Aston (fees covered for 4 years, stipend for 3 years). Please note that this studentship is only open to UK/EU and AUS/NZL students but not to students from other countries. The project will use MEG to investigate local and global connectivity in autism. Further information is available here: http://www.findaphd.com/search/ProjectDetails.aspx?PJID=64012 Many thanks for your help! Klaus Professor Klaus Kessler Aston Brain Centre School of Life and Health Sciences Aston University Aston Triangle Birmingham, B4 7ET Phone: +44 (0)121 204 3187

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Fwd: SAVE THE DATE - First stand alone symposium of the nascent European MEG Society on MEG resting state functional connectivity - Brussels - 23rd October 2015
by Gary Green 11 Jun '15

11 Jun '15

You are cordially invited to the first stand alone symposium of the EMEGS. The title of the symposium is "*Investigation of resting state functional connectivity with MEG: **From theory to clinical applications."* This event will be a unique occasion to be introduced to the theoretical aspects of MEG resting state functional connectivity and to discover how recent research and discoveries in this field will lead to potential future MEG clinical applications. The symposium will be held at the Hotel Bedford in the centre of Brussels on Friday 23rd October 2015. See the attached invitation for more information. * * Attendance will be free Final program will follow. * * Please, share this invitation with your collaborators who might be interested by the event. * * We are very much looking forward to welcoming you in Brussels on the 23rd October. Best regards, Xavier * * ** **

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