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Fwd: a postdoc position available at UPenn
by Gary Green 13 Jun '13

13 Jun '13

A postdoctoral fellow position in translational neuroscience is available at the Annenberg Public Policy Center at the University of Pennsylvania http://www.annenbergpublicpolicycenter.org. The Center conducts policy relevant research using neuroimaging to identify effective communications regarding public health, political communication, social interaction, and addiction. Candidates must have prior experience in functional imaging data acquisition and analysis, as well as interest in applying neuroimaging skills to topics relevant to public policy. Evidence of experience in peer-reviewed publication is desirable. Relevant imaging modalities include MRI, EEG, PET, MEG, NIRS and TMS. Experience with common neuroimaging data analysis platforms, such as FSL, SPM and AFNI and with behavioral task programming using Presentation or E-prime is a plus. The position is for two years, contingent on performance. Preference is given to candidates with an unrestricted right to work in the US. Please address inquiries and a CV with names of potential referees to Dr Dan Romer dromer(a)asc.upenn.edu or Dr Daniel Langleben langlebe(a)mail.med.upenn.edu.

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Fwd: Postdoctoral Research Fellowship - Oslo University Hospital
by Gary Green 13 Jun '13

13 Jun '13

A three-year term position as Postdoctoral Fellow (governmental position code 1352) is available at the Norwegian Centre for Mental Disorders Research (NORMENT) and the KG Jebsen Centre for Psychosis Research – TOP Study Group, Institute of Clinical Medicine, University of Oslo and Oslo University Hospital, Norway. http://uio.easycruit.com/vacancy/983405/70331?iso=no ** Job Description NORMENT coordinates a translational multicenter study involving all psychiatric hospital departments in Oslo and several research groups at the University of Oslo. The main purpose of the research is to disentangle and characterize the neurobiological, genetic, psychological and environmental factors contributing to the development of severe mental disorders. Through our extensive infrastructure for clinical evaluations, neuropsychological testing, MRI brain imaging and biobanking we are assembling a comprehensive database comprising genetic and brain imaging data from a large number of healthy controls and patients suffering from psychotic disorders including schizophrenia and bipolar disorders. The postdoctoral fellow will play a central role in the analysis and dissemination of data from this large imaging genetics database. The research will be carried out as part of a cross-disciplinary team of researchers in the Multimodal Imaging and Biostatistics groups at NORMENT in close collaboration with researchers at the University of California San Diego and deCODE Genetics. ** We offer An ambitious and exciting research environment with a strong multidisciplinary profile and excellent opportunities for academic development at NORMENT, which was recently granted Centre of Excellence Status by the Research Council of Norway. A postdoctoral position in Norway is equivalent to the US position of assistant professor and is intended to prepare and qualify talented candidates for a research career. Salary is in the range between ltr 57 and ltr 65, i.e. from NOK 473 400 to NOK 548 700, depending on qualifications. Pension and national health insurance is included in addition to several attractive welfare arrangements (http://www.uio.no/english/for-employees/employment/welfare). ** Qualifications The ideal candidate is ambitious and highly motivated for pursuing a career in science, hold a PhD in neuroimaging, computational neuroscience, biomedical engineering, cognitive neuroscience, or equivalent, have a strong background and interest in neuroscience, MRI analysis and statistics, and an excellent publication record. Candidates with a strong interest in and experience with methods for integrating multimodal imaging measures, including structural MRI, diffusion tensor imaging (DTI), and functional MRI, are in particular encouraged to apply. Experience with imaging genetics is an advantage. ** The application Applications are submitted through the University 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: June 30 2013. After the initial screening process, short-listed candidates may be asked to submit selected publications, educational certificates and transcripts of records. Interviews may be included as part of the selection process. For any informal enquiries regarding the position, please contact professor Ole A. Andreassen (o.a.andreassen(a)medisin.uio.no <mailto:o.a.andreassen@medisin.uio.no>) and associate professor Lars T. Westlye (l.t.westlye(a)psykologi.uio.no <mailto:l.t.westlye@psykologi.uio.no>). http://uio.easycruit.com/vacancy/983405/70331?iso=no

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Fwd: postdoctoral fellowship opportunities - University of Texas Medical School at Houston
by Gary Green 13 Jun '13

13 Jun '13

*Brain Imaging/Biological Psychiatry/Behavioral Sciences * *Postdoctoral Fellowship Opportunities * *for PhD or MD Clinician Scientists* *Department of Psychiatry and Behavioral Sciences* *UTHealth Medical School, Houston, TX* The Department of Psychiatry and Behavioral Sciences, UTHealth Medical School in Houston, is recruiting outstanding Ph.D. or MD clinician scientists for Postdoctoral Fellowship opportunities. We seek well-trained, motivated individuals with excellent communication and interpersonal skills, strong command of the English language, demonstrated proficiency in scientific writing, and the *desire to learn the necessary skills to transition into independent faculty positions*. The training period involves two years starting in September or October 2013. *A key focus for the training period will be the development of successful grant planning and writing skills pursuant to applications to NIH, NSF and private foundations.*** NIH-funded investigators in the Department will serve as mentors. Current work focuses on treatment outcomes, clinical trials, behavioral interventions (Dr. Joy Schmitz), human behavioral processes, psychopharmacology (Dr. Scott Lane), neuroimaging, cognitive neurosciences, and clinical trials (Dr. Jair Soares). The department has particular strengths, in clinical service and clinical research, in the fields of mood disorders and substance use disorders. Our clinical research programs are housed at the recently completed state-of-the-art *Behavioral and Biomedical Sciences Building (BBSB)* and the *UT Harris County Psychiatric Center*, one of the largest inpatient academic psychiatric hospitals in the US with 250 acute care psychiatric beds. UTHealth is an integral part of the Texas Medical Center (TMC), the largest medical center in the world, with a vibrant academic community and a plethora of outstanding collaborative and translational opportunities in the health sciences. Houston is the 4^th largest US city featuring continued growth and economic prosperity, vibrant opportunities, and a highly competitive cost of living relative to other culturally diverse metropolitan areas. Applicants must have completed a Ph.D., M.D., or equivalent degree. Postdoctoral experience is expected and preference given to those with training or experience with NIH grant application policies and procedures. Competitive salaries and benefits are available. To find out more information about these unique academically-driven positions or to apply, please forward a CV and letter of interest to *Jair C. Soares, M.D., Professor and Chair,,* 1941 East Road, Houston, Texas 77054, e-mail: Jair.C.Soares(a)uth.tmc.edu <mailto:Jair.C.Soares@uth.tmc.edu>, phone 713-486-2507; fax 713-486-2553, www.utpsychiatry.org <http://www.utpsychiatry.org/>. The University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston is an EO/AA employer. M/F/D/V. *__*

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Fwd: Postdoctoral Position in Complex Brain Networks, University of Cambridge.
by Gary Green 13 Jun '13

13 Jun '13

FYI Postdoctoral Research Associate in Network Neuroscience. University of Cambridge. Limit of tenure: 24 months. Please send your CV and/or direct all informal enquiries to Mika Rubinov, mr572(a)cam.ac.uk The Brain Mapping Unit at the University of Cambridge is seeking a Postdoctoral Research Associate in Network Neuroscience. Network Neuroscience is an emerging field that uses network science to study brain function. The post holder will analyse functional magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) brain networks in health, and in psychiatric/neurological disorders such as autism and Huntington’s disease. There will be opportunities to work on exciting and original research ideas, and to collaborate with world-leading neuroscientists. The post holder will be supervised by Dr Mikail Rubinov and Prof Ed Bullmore, and will engage with other neuroscientists in Cambridge (Prof John Suckling, Dr Mike Spencer and Dr Tiago Simas) and internationally (Prof Stephen Rao, Cleveland Clinic). The post is funded by NARSAD, Isaac Newton Trust and NIH grants and will be based at the Department of Psychiatry, within the Behavioural and Clinical Neuroscience Institute, a leading interdisciplinary and translational neuroscience research centre in Cambridge. The post holder will have a strong background in network science or a related discipline, good programming skills (preferably in MATLAB, C or Python), and an interest in neuroscience and the brain. Experience with mixture modelling, stochastic blockmodelling or machine learning is welcome but not essential. Good communication and organisational skills are desirable.

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YNiC seminar today
by rem 13 Jun '13

13 Jun '13

Dear Users Today (YNiC open plan from 4.30 pm) there will be an internal project proposal presentation by David Watson on "The Representation of Scenes in the Brain". Abstract: Human ventral visual cortex has been noted to contain regions showing selectivity for place scenes. Such regions include the Parahippocampal Place Area (PPA), Retrosplenial Complex (RSC) and the Transverse Occipital Sulcus / Occipital Place Area (TOS / OPA). Multivariate analyses can decode scene category from the neural activity patterns in these regions elicited by viewing scenes. This suggests that the representation of scenes in these regions may be topographically organized along the basis of scene category. However, it remains unclear whether scene category is the best descriptor, or whether lower-level perceptual dimensions may further underlie this organization. For instance, it has also been shown that the PPA demonstrates a bias towards the high- over the low-spatial frequency content of both scene and non-scene images. A key question then is to what degree higher-level dimensions (such as scene category) and lower-level dimensions (such as spatial frequency) may predict the topographic organization of scene selective regions. In this study we aim to directly compare and contrast the relative contributions of scene category and spatial frequency information to the responses in scene selective regions. Everyone is welcome to attend and refreshments will be provided afterwards. 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 13th June
by rem 10 Jun '13

10 Jun '13

Dear Users This week (YNiC open plan from 4.30 pm) there will be an internal project proposal presentation by David Watson on "The Representation of Scenes in the Brain". Abstract: Human ventral visual cortex has been noted to contain regions showing selectivity for place scenes. Such regions include the Parahippocampal Place Area (PPA), Retrosplenial Complex (RSC) and the Transverse Occipital Sulcus / Occipital Place Area (TOS / OPA). Multivariate analyses can decode scene category from the neural activity patterns in these regions elicited by viewing scenes. This suggests that the representation of scenes in these regions may be topographically organized along the basis of scene category. However, it remains unclear whether scene category is the best descriptor, or whether lower-level perceptual dimensions may further underlie this organization. For instance, it has also been shown that the PPA demonstrates a bias towards the high- over the low-spatial frequency content of both scene and non-scene images. A key question then is to what degree higher-level dimensions (such as scene category) and lower-level dimensions (such as spatial frequency) may predict the topographic organization of scene selective regions. In this study we aim to directly compare and contrast the relative contributions of scene category and spatial frequency information to the responses in scene selective regions. Everyone is welcome to attend and refreshments will be provided afterwards. 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 (external speaker)
by rem 06 Jun '13

06 Jun '13

Dear Users This afternoon (YNiC open plan from 4.30 pm) there will be a talk on the "Art of atomic magnetometer" given by Witold Chalupczak from the National Physical Laboratory. http://www.npl.co.uk/people/witold-chalupczak Abstract:In recent years, alkali-metal-vapour atomic magnetometers have emerged asa promising non-cryogenic, low-cost alternative to superconducting quantuminterference device detectors. I am going to discuss basics conceptsbehind atomic magnetometer operation as well as progress of magnetometerdevelopment at National Physical Laboratory. Everyone is welcome to attend and refreshments will be provided afterwards. 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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PRG Monday 3 June
by Huarda Valdes-Laribi 03 Jun '13

03 Jun '13

Dear all, A reminder of today's Psycholinguistics Research Group meeting, at 12:30 in room PS B204. Elise Lesage, from the University of Birmingham, will be presenting her talk entitled "Language and the cerebellum". We look forward to seeing you there. Best wishes, Kirsten and Huarda PRG calendar PS: Apologies for cross-posting! -- Huarda Valdés-Laribi Early Stage Researcher / PhD Student Room C104 - Department of Psychology The University of York York, YO10 5DD

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YNiC seminar 6th June (external speaker)
by rem 03 Jun '13

03 Jun '13

Dear Users This Thursday (YNiC open plan from 4.30 pm) there will be a talk on the "Art of atomic magnetometer" given by Witold Chalupczak from the National Physical Laboratory. http://www.npl.co.uk/people/witold-chalupczak Abstract:In recent years, alkali-metal-vapour atomic magnetometers have emerged asa promising non-cryogenic, low-cost alternative to superconducting quantuminterference device detectors. I am going to discuss basics conceptsbehind atomic magnetometer operation as well as progress of magnetometerdevelopment at National Physical Laboratory. Everyone is welcome to attend and refreshments will be provided afterwards. 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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Fwd: Job opening: Postdoc TU Dresden (Volition and Cognitive Control)
by Gary Green 02 Jun '13

02 Jun '13

Job Advert: Postdoctoral Position (Volition and Cognitive Control) Within the University of Excellence Technische Universität Dresden, the Section of Systems Neuroscience is closely associated with the Department of Psychology and the Neuroimaging Centre, which offers excellent research collaborations and infrastructure, e.g. a 3 Tesla MRI scanner for full-time research, MRI-compatible EEG and eye tracking, and access to the PET centre at Dresden-Rossendorf. Our international and multidisciplinary group conducts basic research in neuroscience at the interface to clinical applications. We investigate the function of neural systems that are involved in elementary cognitive processes such as emotion, motivation, learning, executive function, or decision making. In order to better understand neural mechanisms underlying mental disorders, we investigate how these processes contribute to the complex behavioural dysfunctions observed, for example, in addictive behaviour. Recently, the German Funding Agency DFG has approved a new collaborative research centre (CRC) titled “Volition and Cognitive Control: Mechanisms, Modulators, and Dysfunctions”. Within this CRC, we invite applications for a project cluster on “Dopaminergic and Serotonergic Modulation of Meta-Control Parameters” as: Postdoctoral Researcher (m/f) The Position is limited till 30.06.2016 and paid according to the TV-L salary scale. The project aims to investigate the effects of neuromodulatory pathways on elementary cognitive processes such as reward processing, different facets of learning and decision making. For this purpose functional and molecular neuroimaging (MRI and PET), neuropharmacological interventions and genetics will be combined. The successful candidate will be involved in implementing experimental protocols, processing of behavioural and MRI data (e.g. by using computational modelling) and improving methods in the field of pharmacological MRI and model-based fMRI analysis. Furthermore, the successful candidate is expected to undertake project management duties including supervision of PhD students, data management, and publication of the results. Moreover, the position offers the possibility for further scientific qualification (i.e., Habilitation). Requirements: • Doctoral degree (Ph.D.) in any scientific field of study with a strong curriculum in cognitive neuroscience (i.e., psychology, neuroinformatics, medicine, mathematics) • Substantial hands-on experience in the field of neuroimaging, including knowledge of common software packages (e.g. SPM or FSL, Freesurfer, Matlab, Python, Presentation, PsychToolbox) • Expertise in computational modelling (e.g., Rescorla-Wagner, Hidden Markov, Bayesian inference methods) of imaging data The ideal candidate would additionally be characterized by: • Sharing our passion to push the limits in understanding the brain • Keen interest in experimental approaches to study complex human behaviour • Strong publication record We offer you the possibility of: • Working in an interdisciplinary team contributing to our understanding of the brain with the particular skills that you already have and will further develop • Being part of the structured program of our CRC • Arranging for flexible working hours to find a balance between work and family life • Providing for the future in the form of a company pension plan Women are explicitly invited to apply. Disabled persons will be preferred in case of equal qualification. Interested applicants should send their application to systems.neuroscience(a)tu-dresden.de Please submit a full CV, transcript of records, statement of research interest (max. 2 pages), and names and contact information for two or three referees. For more information about the position please contact: Dr. Michael Smolka, +49 351 46342201 or systems.neuroscience(a)tu-dresden.de.

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Fwd: EPSRC PhD Opportunity in Human Neuroimaging
by Gary Green 02 Jun '13

02 Jun '13

Dear friends and colleagues, I would appreciate it if you could distribute the following PhD opportunity in human neuroimaging to your lists and to any talented STEM students you happen to be entertaining in your labs. Many thanks, Anastasia Dr Anastasia Christakou Centre for Integrative Neuroscience & Neurodynamics School of Psychology & Clinical Language Sciences University of Reading anastasia.christakou.org <http://anastasia.christakou.org> *PhD Studentship in Human Neuroimaging* http://www.reading.ac.uk/pcls-pgrabout.aspx The School of Psychology & Clinical Language Sciences invites applications for a 3-year EPSRC funded studentship to develop a platform for the integration of dynamic magnetic resonance spectroscopic and haemodynamic data in human brain imaging. Leveraging recent progress and ongoing work on dynamic models of neuronal activity and neurovascular coupling, the project aims to integrate data from magnetic resonance spectroscopy (MRS) and blood oxygen level-dependent functional MR imaging (BOLD fMRI). The project will develop, test and compare a series of computational models designed to simulate data that integrate structural, functional and neurochemical magnetic resonance measurements. The acquisition of structural, BOLD and spectroscopic data from cortical and subcortical structures will be optimised. The effectiveness of the best performing models will be tested in these different brain regions to examine whether the relationship between structural markers, haemodynamics and neurochemistry remains constant or changes systematically across neural tissue. A number of key questions in our ongoing work will be specifically addressed in this way, although the precise application of the project methodology will be tightly coupled to the interests of the student. The project will be at the forefront of efforts to reverse-engineer the MR signal to its neural constituents, addressing a significant methodological issue in modern neuroimaging applications. The studentship will be hosted in a cross-disciplinary, multi-centre environment under the primary direction of Dr Anastasia Christakou (Centre for Integrative Neuroscience and Neurodynamics (CINN) and School of Psychology and Clinical Sciences (PCLS), University of Reading). The project will be undertaken in collaboration with Dr Ying Zheng (University of Sheffield), Professor Tom Johnstone (University of Reading), and a number of external partners. The student will be affiliated to PCLS and based in the CINN at Reading. It is envisaged that the successful candidate will visit collaborators in the UK as well as internationally during the project. The ideal applicant will possess a postgraduate qualification in Mathematics, Engineering, Physical Sciences or other relevant background with a strong mathematical component; applicants with an undergraduate degree of 2.1 or above may also be considered. Excellent computer programming is highly desirable, as is a keen interest in human neuroimaging, dynamical systems theory, and methods development. The mathematical modelling work will involve iterative methods such as the expectation-maximisation algorithm. The developed mathematical models will be solved using appropriate numerical packages (e.g. MATLAB). The MR data acquisition development work will be undertaken in collaboration with senior scientists in the CINN and external collaborators, and will form a key aspect of the project. For further details or for an informal conversation about the scope of the project, please contact Dr Anastasia Christakou (anastasia.christakou(a)reading.ac.uk <mailto:anastasia.christakou@reading.ac.uk>). To apply for this studentship please submit an application for a ‘PhD in Human Neuroimaging’ to the University before 26^th July, 2013 – see http://www.reading.ac.uk/Study/apply/pg-applicationform.aspx. It is envisaged that interviews for short-listed candidates will be held on Monday 12^th August.

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Fwd: Postdoc positions at UCSF, San Francisco CA
by Gary Green 02 Jun '13

02 Jun '13

UCSF (San Francisco, CA USA)'s Laboratory for Educational Neuroscience (brainLENS.org), under the direction of Fumiko Hoeft, is seeking to hire 1-2 postdoctoral fellows for a minimum commitment of two-years. The lab focuses on (1) predicting academic / developmental outcome using brain imaging measures in combination with cognitive, behavioral, environmental and genetic measures in health and disease, (2) applying multi-modal, multivariate classification and network approaches to neuroimaging, behavioral and genetic data to understand developmental processes, motivation, creativity, learning and literacy, and conditions such as exceptional abilities, learning disabilities (e.g. dyslexia) and neurodevelopmental disorders (e.g. autism), and (3) development of novel behavioral interventions to promote motivation& learning. The ideal candidate will be "an easy-going, hard-working, great-thinker", and have strong methodological background in computational neuroscience, bioinformatics, imaging genetics, neuroimaging (fMRI, structural MRI, MEG or EEG) or related fields together with excellent programming, communication and writing skills. MDs, PhDs, or equivalent are encouraged to apply. In rare instances, individuals with a MSc will also be considered. The position can begin as early as July 1, 2013. Interested candidates should email a cover letter and CV. Please add "[UCSF job]" and your full name in the Subject of the email. Qualified candidates will be asked to have 3 letters of reference forwarded. CONTACT Fumiko Hoeft MD PhD URL: brainlens.org EMAILl: fumiko.hoeft(a)ucsf.edu TEL: +1-415-476-9861

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Fwd: Post-doctoral fellowship at National Neuroscience Institute, Singapore
by Gary Green 02 Jun '13

02 Jun '13

Postdoctoral Fellowship in Singapore National Neuroscience Institute of Singapore is looking for postdoctoral fellow in the field of multimodal neuroimaging in dementia. This is a collaborative project with Center for Cognitive Neuroscience, Duke-National University Singapore Graduate Medical School, Singapore. Our group, studies the vulnerability patterns underlying cognitive impairment in neurodegenerative diseases. Multimodal neuroimaging and psychophysical techniques are employed, including magnetic resonance imaging (MRI), functional MRI, diffusion tensor imaging, and electroencephalography (EEG). We are interested in examining the network-level structural and functional brain connectivity to shed light on the neurobiological mechanism of disease, paving the way for early detection and intervention. Candidates must have a passionate enthusiasm for research, a strong background in one of the following fields: cognitive neuroscience, neuropsychiatric disorders, neuroimaging analyses, mathematics/statistics/machine learning or related-fields. He/She should also possess the ability to take the initiative, work independently and be motivated to work in a highly collaborative and international research environment, and be able to demonstrate creativity, technical independence and excellent communication skills. Strong interest in applications of multimodal neuroimaging in neuropsychiatric disorders is preferred. Proven skills in fMRI/EEG/DTI data or neuropsychological data analyses is a plus but not necessary. Key attractions are access to a 3T Tim Trio MR scanner and a MR compatible digital EEG system as well as collaboration opportunities with an excellent network of domestic and international scientists and clinicians. The position will be two years with possible extension. Competitive package will be provided based on experience. Interested applicants are welcome to email Asst Prof Nagaendran Kandiah at_ _Nagaendran_Kandiah(a)nni.com.sg <mailto:Nagaendran_Kandiah@nni.com.sg>_ _with application letter, curriculum vitae, three references, and contact information.

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Fwd: Postdoctoral Position
by Gary Green 02 Jun '13

02 Jun '13

The Brain Connectivity and Cognition Laboratory in the Department of Psychology at the University of Miami invites applicants interested in a postdoctoral position focusing on functional and structural neuroimaging approaches to the study of attention and social cognition in neurotypical adults, typically developing children, and atypical development. Individuals with an interest in the neurobiology of autism are particularly encouraged to apply. Successful applicants will have completed a PhD in psychology, neuroscience, or a related field and have a strong publication record that includes neuroimaging studies, preferably with a focus on using fMRI and/or DTI to examine brain connectivity in typical and atypical development. Candidates with substantial prior experience with advanced data analytic techniques (eg. multivariate pattern analysis) and programming in the Matlab environment are welcome. The position will be available starting in January 2014, but start date is negotiable. Interested applicants can send their CV, three letters of reference, and a cover letter describing their research interests and career goals to Dr. Lucina Uddin (lucina(a)stanford.edu). Additional information can be found at (http://www.psy.miami.edu/faculty/luddin/).

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Fwd: Research Assistant/Lab Manager Position
by Gary Green 02 Jun '13

02 Jun '13

The Brain Connectivity and Cognition Laboratory in the Department of Psychology at the University of Miami invites applicants interested in a Lab Manager/Research Assistant position beginning January 2014. The position will involve responsibilities including recruiting and scheduling participants for research studies, data collection (MRI and behavioral), data analysis using FSL or SPM, administrative duties, IRB management, and general management of lab operations. Individuals with an interest in the neurobiology of autism are particularly encouraged to apply. Successful applicants will have completed an undergraduate degree in psychology, neuroscience, or a related field. The job requires exceptional organizational skills, high motivation and initiative, the ability to work with children, and the ability to interact efficiently and courteously with others. Individuals with prior experience collecting and analyzing MRI data will be given preference. The position requires a 2 year commitment. Interested applicants can send their CV, three letters of reference, and a cover letter describing their research interests and career goals to Dr. Lucina Uddin (lucina(a)stanford.edu). Additional information can be found at (http://www.psy.miami.edu/faculty/luddin/).

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Fwd: Postdoctoral Fellowship on Imaging Genetics of the Developing Brain
by Gary Green 02 Jun '13

02 Jun '13

Our group conducts a longitudinal study, Growing Up in Singapore Towards Healthy Outcomes (GUSTO), in children. GUSTO aims 1) to establish neurodevelopmental assessments that include multi-modal neuroimaging techniques, electrophysiology, and cognitive-emotional evaluations at multiple time points from birth onwards; 2) to investigate normal brain development from birth onwards and its relationship with cognitive development; 3) genetic and epigenetic regulation on brain development. We seek a postdoctoral fellow who is interested in integrating multi-modal magnetic resonance brain images with genetic and epigenetic information for the investigation of genetic and epigenetic regulations on brain development from infancy onwards. We offer high salary with medical and other benefits. *_Requirements:_* · Ph. D or MD · Research background in the neuroimaging field · Data mining on high dimensional data · Good communication and writing skills in English language If you are interested in the jobs listed above, please send your CV to Dr. Anqi QIU Department of Bioengineering National University of Singapore Email: bieqa(a)nus.edu.sg <mailto:bieqa@nus.edu.sg> Phone: +(65) 6516 7002

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interesting special issue of nature methods
by Gary Green 31 May '13

31 May '13

www.nature.com/nmeth/focus/brainmapping -- --------------- Gary Green York Neuroimaging Centre The Biocentre York Science Park Innovation Way Heslington York YO10 5NY http://www.ynic.york.ac.uk https://www.ynic.york.ac.uk/about-us/people/ggrg tel. Claire Fox : +44 (0) 1904 435329 Claire,Fox(a)ynic.york.ac.uk fax +44 (0) 1904 435356 mobile +44 (0) 788 191 3004

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2 PhD positions in language - Fwd: [AMLaP-list] Three posts in psycholinguistics Ghent (two pre-doc, one post-doc)
by Silvia Gennari 30 May '13

30 May '13

Begin forwarded message: > From: Robert Hartsuiker <robert.hartsuiker(a)ugent.be> > Subject: [AMLaP-list] Three posts in psycholinguistics Ghent (two pre-doc, one post-doc) > Date: 30 May 2013 08:58:38 GMT+01:00 > To: AMLap-list(a)coli.uni-sb.de > > > ******************************************************************************** > > Three vacancies in psycholinguistics (two pre-docs, one post-doc) > > The interface between memory and language in multilingualism > > > We offer three positions in psycholinguistics in connection to the project “the interface between memory and language in multilingualism”. This project investigates language processing in a first and second language and its relation with memory processes. The project is unique because of its wide scope of psycholinguistic processes under examination (listening, reading, speaking, self-monitoring, of words, sentences, texts, and discourse), its focus on the interface between language and memory, and in its relation with educational sciences. The project uses laboratory studies (reaction time studies, “megastudies”, corpus studies, eye-tracking, neuro-imaging methods), computational modeling, and intervention studies in classroom settings. > > > The project is funded by a “concerted research effort” grant from the special research fund of Ghent University, awarded to Rob Hartsuiker (spokesperson), Wouter Duyck, Marc Brysbaert, and Martin Valcke. It runs from 2013 – 2018. > > > We are currently recruiting three researchers on this project. The researchers will be based at the department of Experimental Psychology (http://expsy.ugent.be/staff/cstaff.htm ), of Ghent University (http://www.ugent.be/en). > > > > Post 1 (post-doctoral researcher): semantic memory in L1 and L2 > > The post-doc will investigate the organization of semantic memory in a first and second language of multilinguals, using large-scale data collections (semantic feature generation), computational modeling, and behavioral experiments (cross-language priming). We also expect the post-doc to contribute to the design and stimulus selection of an fMRI study. > > > Start date: 1 October 2013 > > Duration: 3 years > > Supervisor: Marc Brysbaert > > > Profile: > > > - You have a PhD in psychology, cognitive neuroscience, linguistics or a related discipline. You need to have successfully defended before you can start the post; > > - You have conducted behavioral and/or neuroscientific research on language processing, ideally in the domain of bilingualism / multilingualism; > > - Experience with computational modeling and advanced data analysis methods (LME/R) is considered an asset. > > - You have an excellent research track record as demonstrated for instance by publications in top-tier international peer-reviewed journals and talks at major international conferences. > > > The position will be at the level of post-doctoral researcher. Salary is according to standard Belgian regulation and depends on years of experience at the post-doctoral level. Although the governing language at Ghent University is Dutch, knowledge of Dutch is not a pre-requisite. > > > Please contact Marc Brysbaert (marc.brysbaert(a)ugent.be +32 9 264 9425 or Rob Hartsuiker (robert.hartsuiker(a)ugent.be +32 9 264 6436) for informal enquiries or a copy of the project text. > > > Applications should be sent by e-mail to Marc Brysbaert (marc.brysbaert(a)ugent.be), no later than 14 July 2013. Your application package should contain: (1) motivation letter; (2) curriculum vitae, including the contact details of two referees we may contact; (3) your two most important publications (please indicate in your letter why you think these are the most important). We foresee to interview shortlisted candidates in the last week of June or first week of July. > > > Post 2 (PhD student): word recognition in L1 and L2 > > This PhD student will do research on word recognition and text comprehension in processing in a first and second language of multilinguals. Depending on the student’s experience, skills, and interests, the focus will either be on the written or spoken modality. The research also includes smaller-scale experimental studies that investigate effects of “advance organizers” on eye-movement parameters in text understanding. > > > Start date: 1 October 2013 > > Duration: 4 years > > Supervisor: Wouter Duyck > > > Profile > > - you hold a Master’s degree in psychology, linguistics, cognitive neuroscience or a related discipline (you need to have your diploma before you can start the post; thus students finishing this summer are also eligible to apply) > > - you are fascinated by the neural and cognitive systems underlying linguistic performance; your interest is demonstrated by the course curriculum you followed and in particular by your choice of thesis and/or internship topic. > > - experience in eye-tracking research is an asset > > > The position will be at the level of doctoral bursary. The project will culminate after four years in a PhD thesis. Salary is according to standard Belgian regulations (scholarship: ± €22.000, net/year). Although the governing language at Ghent University is Dutch, knowledge of Dutch is not a pre-requisite. > > > Please contact Wouter Duyck (wouter.duyck(a)ugent.be +32 9 264 9425 or Rob Hartsuiker (robert.hartsuiker(a)ugent.be +32 9 264 6436) for informal enquiries or a copy of the project text. > > > Applications should be sent by e-mail to Wouter Duyck, no later than 14 July 2013. Your application package should contain: (1) motivation letter; (2) curriculum vitae, including an indication of your study results and the contact details of at least two referees; (3) a sample of your work (e.g., master’s thesis, report of internship, submitted manuscript, and so on) or an extensive summary thereof. We foresee to interview shortlisted candidates in the last week of June or first week of July . > > > Post 3 (PhD student): speaking in L1 and L2 > > The PhD student will investigate the production of sentences and short discourse in a first and second language, using paradigms that measure naming latencies in picture description. Further studies focus on the larger level of discourse and investigate effects of advance organizers on for instance the time course and propositional content in the description of short cartoons. > > > Start date: 1 October 2013 > > Duration: 4 years > > Supervisor: Robert Hartsuiker > > > Profile > > > - you hold a Master’s degree in psychology, linguistics, cognitive neuroscience or a related discipline (you need to have your diploma before you can start the post; thus students finishing this summer are also eligible to apply). > > > - you are fascinated by the neural and cognitive systems underlying linguistic performance; your interest is demonstrated by the course curriculum you followed and in particular by your choice of thesis and/or internship topic. > > > > The position will be at the level of doctoral bursary. The project will culminate after four years in a PhD thesis. Salary is according to standard Belgian regulations (scholarship: ± €22.000, net/year). Although the governing language at Ghent University is Dutch, knowledge of Dutch is not a pre-requisite. > > > Please contact Robert Hartsuiker (robert.hartsuiker(a)ugent.be +32 9 264 6436) for informal enquiries or a copy of the project text. > > > Applications should be sent by e-mail to Robert Hartsuiker, no later than 14 June 2013. Your application package should contain: (1) motivation letter; (2) curriculum vitae, including an indication of your study results and the contact details of at least two referees; (3) a sample of your work (e.g., master’s thesis, report of internship, submitted manuscript, and so on) or an extensive summary thereof. We foresee to interview shortlisted candidates in the last week of June or first week of July > > ****************************************** > > _______________________________________________ > AMLaP-list mailing list > AMLaP-list(a)ml.coli.uni-saarland.de > http://ml.coli.uni-saarland.de/cgi-bin/mailman/listinfo/amlap-list Silvia Gennari Department of Psychology University of York York, YO10 5DD United Kingdom https://sites.google.com/site/silviapgennari/

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Fwd: YNiC seminar Today
by Gary Green 30 May '13

30 May '13

Dear Users Today, (YNiC open plan from 4.30 pm) there will be an internal presentation by Philip Quinlan. Philip will be presenting the findings from one of his fMRI projects on multi-tasking. The title of the talk is "Neural multi-tasking and the Left Executive Control Network: Preparing for one task whilst undertaking another". Abstract: This study was aimed at determining the neural underpinnings of how people prepare themselves for events cued to take place in the imminent future. We addressed this in an fMRI setting in which participants made a speeded judgement (either regarding magnitude or parity) about each of a sequence of digits. Immediately, prior to each sequence, a letter either primed participants to expect a task switch for the last digit or it provided no information about which task to expect. Performance on the trials prior to the fourth digit as a function of switch predictability is key. Evidence for task preparation was found that could not have been due to inhibition of a competing task set. A network of regions was more active in the predictable than unpredictable conditions that accords well with the Left DLPFC/Parietal (Left Executive Control) Network that has been established in independent resting state connectivity studies. Everyone is welcome to attend and refreshments will be provided afterwards. Best wishes Rebecca -- ynic-users mailing list ynic-users(a)ynic.york.ac.uk https://www.ynic.york.ac.uk/mailman/listinfo/ynic-users

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Fwd: Postdoctoral researcher - University of Cambridge
by Gary Green 29 May '13

29 May '13

*Cam-CAN postdoctoral researcher * *University of Cambridge, Department of Psychology* *Vacancy Ref: PJ00953* ** *Salary: £27,854 - £36,298 pa* Applications are invited for a 2-year post-doctoral researcher to join the Cambridge Centre for Ageing and Neuroscience (Cam-CAN). This centre brings together a large group of researchers across the University of Cambridge and at the MRC Cognition and Brain Sciences Unit (MRC-CBSU) who aim to relate brain changes to cognitive changes over the adult lifespan (covering ages 18-88). The appointee will work with a unique population-representative sample of 700 adults on whom we have collected extensive cognitive and neural measures. A subset of these individuals will be run in a further set of fMRI and MEG studies designed to probe major cognitive functions. The Cam-CAN project will integrate across these data-sets using a variety of methods, relating changes in neural structure and function over the lifespan to changes in cognitive function and capacity. The role of the postholder will be to continue ongoing analyses of the 700 dataset, carry through the second stage fMRI and MEG studies, and play a key role in integrating the various Cam-CAN cognitive and imaging data-sets using multivariate and multimodal neuroimaging analysis methods. The appointee will be a cognitive neuroscientist with a strong background in imaging and imaging statistics, and cognitive and/or physiological ageing. Candidates should have, or be in the final stages of obtaining, a PhD in cognitive neuroscience, neuroimaging methods, applied statistics or cognitive ageing. Knowledge of and experience in advanced imaging analyses, particularly connectivity analysis is essential, and it would be an advantage to have some experience of MEG/EEG and/or fMRI. Excellent statistical, computer programming (MATLAB and/or Python) and MEG analysis (SPM, Fieldtrip) skills are essential. Candidates should be careful, efficient, able to communicate effectively, and enjoy working as part of a diverse and energetic interdisciplinary team. The applicant will be based in the Centre for Speech, Language and the Brain, Department of Psychology in central Cambridge. The Centre has access to a research-dedicated 3T Siemens MR scanner, EEG and MEG facilities housed at the MRC Cognition and Brain Sciences Unit in Cambridge. Applications in the form of a covering letter, CV with full publication list, and completed cover sheet (CHRIS/6 Parts 1 and 3 only, including details of three referees) shouldbe sent to Mrs M Dixon at csladmin(a)csl.psychol.cam.ac.uk <mailto:csladmin@csl.psychol.cam.ac.uk> or by post to Mrs Marie Dixon, Centre for Speech, Language and the Brain, Department of Psychology, University of Cambridge, Downing Street, Cambridge, CB2 3EB. The CHRIS/6 can be downloaded from http://www.admin.cam.ac.uk/offices/hr/forms/chris6/. The Vacancy number for this position is PJ01285. /Closing date: 2 July 2013/ /Start date: to be negotiated but no later than 1 October 2013/ /Limit of tenure: The funds for this post are available for 2 years. / For further details, please see our website at http://www.cam-can.com/vacancies/index.html The University values diversity and is committed to equality of opportunity. The University has a responsibility to ensure that all employees are eligible to live and work in the UK.

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Talk on language and the cerebellum
by Huarda Valdes-Laribi 29 May '13

29 May '13

Dear all, We would like to inform you of an upcoming talk, this *Monday 3 June at 12:30 in room PS B204*, organised by the Psycholinguistics Research Group<https://wiki.york.ac.uk/display/PRGCAL/PRG-cal+Home>(PRG). Elise Lesage<http://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/psychology/people/dr-students/lesage-el…>, from the University of Birmingham, will be presenting her talk entitled "Language and the cerebellum". Elise combines eye-tracking, rTMS, fMRI and behavioural methods to study the role of the cerebellum in language and cognition. We look forward to seeing you there. Best wishes, Kirsten and Huarda, PRG organisers. -- Huarda Valdés-Laribi Early Stage Researcher / PhD Student Room C104 - Department of Psychology The University of York York, YO10 5DD

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YNiC seminar 30th May
by rem 28 May '13

28 May '13

Dear Users This Thursday (YNiC open plan from 4.30 pm) there will be an internal presentation by Philip Quinlan. Philip will be presenting the findings from one of his fMRI projects on multi-tasking. The title of the talk is "Neural multi-tasking and the Left Executive Control Network: Preparing for one task whilst undertaking another". Abstract: This study was aimed at determining the neural underpinnings of how people prepare themselves for events cued to take place in the imminent future. We addressed this in an fMRI setting in which participants made a speeded judgement (either regarding magnitude or parity) about each of a sequence of digits. Immediately, prior to each sequence, a letter either primed participants to expect a task switch for the last digit or it provided no information about which task to expect. Performance on the trials prior to the fourth digit as a function of switch predictability is key. Evidence for task preparation was found that could not have been due to inhibition of a competing task set. A network of regions was more active in the predictable than unpredictable conditions that accords well with the Left DLPFC/Parietal (Left Executive Control) Network that has been established in independent resting state connectivity studies. Everyone is welcome to attend and refreshments will be provided afterwards. Best wishes Rebecca

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Scan files and data protection
by Gary Green 24 May '13

24 May '13

Dear Users As you will be aware, all the data that is generated using the YNiC scanners is stored and made available to users in an anonymised format. The reason we do this is to try and protect participants being identified with a specific scan and therefore attempt to maintain some protection of what is ultimately information about the structure and function of their brain. Some studies, for good scientific reasons, will be involved in scanning individuals at other sites and there will be a wish to bring that data to YNiC for analysis. But please can we ask you to ensure that: a) you have permission to do so from the remote site's own ethical governance committee and if necessary their data protection officer. You should also ensure that the list of people who will analyse that data in YNiC do have permission to access that data. Permission from YNiC alone is not sufficient. b) that YNiC is informed that this data is being stored on our systems. If we receive a freedom of information request or an enquiry within the laws of the data protection legislation we cannot respond accurately if we do not know about it. We are obliged to provide this information. Not knowing is not a defence. c) that the data is anonymised. This is critical. No study has permission to access non-anonymised data on our systems under any circumstances. d) No data is transferred to us from outside Europe without specific permission from the University's data protection office. We would be happy to help if this is necessary. We have a duty of care to our participants and their willingness to take part in studies is related to us treating their data respectfully and legally. This is not being issued because we are aware of any current problems at YNiC but because we have heard of problems at other sites where they have not taken care about data storage. Please can I ask everyone to be diligent about these important issues. Thank you Gary -- --------------- Gary Green Director York Neuroimaging Centre The Biocentre York Science Park Innovation Way Heslington York YO10 5NY http://www.ynic.york.ac.uk https://www.ynic.york.ac.uk/about-us/people/ggrg tel. Claire Fox : +44 (0) 1904 435329 Claire,Fox(a)ynic.york.ac.uk fax +44 (0) 1904 435356 mobile +44 (0) 788 191 3004

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seminar today
by Gary Green 23 May '13

23 May '13

We will be taking Krish Singh to dinner this evening. If you would like to join us please let me know Gary -- --------------- Gary Green York Neuroimaging Centre The Biocentre York Science Park Innovation Way Heslington York YO10 5NY http://www.ynic.york.ac.uk https://www.ynic.york.ac.uk/about-us/people/ggrg tel. Claire Fox : +44 (0) 1904 435329 Claire,Fox(a)ynic.york.ac.uk fax +44 (0) 1904 435356 mobile +44 (0) 788 191 3004

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Fwd: YNiC seminar Today - external speaker
by Gary Green 23 May '13

23 May '13

Dear Users TODAY, (YNiC open plan from 4.30 pm) there will be a presentation by Krish Singh from CUBRIC. The title of Krish's talk is "Non-invasive MEG measures of cortical oscillatory dynamics in health and disease". Abstract: Magnetoencephalography (MEG) allows the non-invasive localisation and characterisation of a range of cortical oscillatory phenomena, which are increasingly thought to reflect both local and network properties of the neural populations underpinning different aspects of perceptual and cognitive function. These studies reveal complex, task-specific and spatially localised effects, some of which appear to be co-localised with the BOLD-fMRI response to the same task. In this talk I shall explain some of the methodology behind these studies and how these human MEG signals compare with invasive recordings in both animals and humans. The main focus will be in looking at how individual differences in oscillatory parameters such as amplitude and frequency can be related to variations in perceptual/behavioural task performance and to individual differences in neurotransmitter concentrations. Finally I will talk about the relevance of these studies to clinical conditions such as Epilepsy and Schizophrenia. Everyone is welcome to attend and refreshments will be provided afterwards. 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 -- ynic-users mailing list ynic-users(a)ynic.york.ac.uk https://www.ynic.york.ac.uk/mailman/listinfo/ynic-users

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