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POSTDOCTORAL FELLOWSHIP POSITION
A postdoctoral position is available in the UCLA Department of Psychiatry
and Biobehavioral Sciences and the Semel Institute for Neuroscience and
Human Behavior to study visual and emotional processing in
anorexia nervosa and body dysmorphic disorder.
Our lab uses functional and structural neuroimaging and psychophysical
experiments to understand pathophysiological processes associated with
psychiatric phenotypes. The post doc will have the opportunity to pursue a
self-directed project and contribute to ongoing projects.
Requirements: Ph.D., M.D, or M.D./Ph.D. (post residency). We are
looking for candidates with previous experience in the collection and
analysis of neuroimaging data and clinical experience with eating disorder
patients.
To apply please send a letter of interest, C.V., and the names and contact
information for three professional references to Dr. Jamie Feusner:
jfeusner(a)mednet.ucla.edu<mailto:jfeusner@mednet.ucla.edu>. A research statement (no longer than 2
pages) may also be included.
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Post-doc position within the Collaborative Research Centre 940 "Volition and Cognitive Control: Mechanisms, Modulators, and Dysfunctions" at the Department of Child and Adolescent Psychiatry, University Hospital C. G. Carus, Dresden University of Technology, Germany
Job Description: The Eating Disorder Section of the Department of Child and Adolescent Psychiatry, Dresden University of Technology, Germany (Prof. Stefan Ehrlich) invites applications for a postdoctoral research position in neuroimaging of eating disorders. The new project is part of the aforementioned Collaborative Research Centre (CRC, Steering Committee: Profs. T. Goschke, C. Kirschbaum, M. Smolka, A. Strobel, H.-U. Wittchen) and will focus on cognitive control, reward system and the processing of emotions in patients with anorexia nervosa. This is a full time position within the Translational Developmental Neuroscience Group.
Responsibilities will include the coordination of our ongoing clinical research study and the acquisition and analysis of a range of behavioral and magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) data. Together with a doctoral student new functional MRI paradigms need to be implemented. Imaging sessions will take place on the Neuroimaging Center's 3T Siemens TIM-Trio scanner and data collected includes high-quality structural, diffusion, and functional MRI data. A variety of additional information will also be collected, including neuropsychological and psychiatric scales, physiological and endocrinological markers. Summarizing results and writing research articles will be another central aspect of the work.
The successful applicant will work in a team of young investigators and also start to supervise doctoral students, interns and medical students working in the project. Thanks to the CRC the applicant will have ample opportunity to work with peers and senior scientists in similar project in the Medical School and the Psychology Department.
Applicants for the position must hold (a) a PhD, MD or comparable degree in a relevant field (Psychology, Neurosciences or Medicine; if you have additional qualifications a degree in Biology, Biomedicine, Biophysics, Computer Science or Electrical Engineering may also be sufficient), (b) have had some exposure to cognitive and emotional neurosciences, (c) participated in research activities within the past years (d) published in peer-reviewed journals, e) possess strong organizational skills and (f) be able to communicate in basic German with non-scientific staff members. Some experience in computer programming (Linux/Unix shell scripting, Python and/or MATLAB), neuroimaging analysis methods (FSL, SPM, FreeSurfer or others), advanced statistical analyses and scientific publishing is necessary. The successful applicant will join a multidisciplinary team of researchers and clinicians, will receive further training and train doctoral students (informally).
The position is available for a start date as soon as February 15th 2012 (to be confirmed). Review of applications will begin immediately and will continue until the position is filled. The position is guaranteed for two years with the possibility of renewal after positive evaluation. The CRC funding has been granted for 4 years.
Salary will be consistent with levels in accordance with the German Research Foundation (100% TV-L: E 13). Compensation includes health insurance, and vacation time.
To apply you can use our online portal (https://www.uniklinikum-dresden.de/Bewerbung/?id=5e0f53e16050a1fa4845830ba9…)
The application should include a cover letter detailing professional objectives and interests, CV (with grades and language skills), and the names and email addresses of two references. The application can be written in German or English. The position is open to qualified international applicants but the knowledge of some German is necessary since the position includes the coordination of an ongoing clinical study. Applicants with a disability will be given preference in the selection process.
Please refer to our homepage: http://www.kjp-dresden.de/en/Eating-disorders, http://www.kjp-dresden.de/en/Schizophrenia, http://tu-dresden.de/die_tu_dresden/fakultaeten/fakultaet_mathematik_und_na…, and http://kjp-dresden.de/de/Publikationsliste-Prof-Dr-S-Ehrlich for more detailed information.
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Dear all,
I'm attaching a recent job offer for a neuroimaging position at
Frankfurt University, to be filled immediately. The position is based at
the Brain Imaging Center of Goethe University, a facility that hosts two
dedicated research MR scanners and an MEG facility. A full clinical
salary is available for applicants with a medical degree.
Cheers,
Johannes
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Dr Johannes C Klein
Goethe-University of Frankfurt
Department of Neurology, Brain Imaging Center
Schleusenweg 2-16
D-60528 Frankfurt/Main
Germany
email: klein(a)med.uni-frankfurt.de
http://www.bic.uni-frankfurt.de/
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The Department of Neurology and Brain Imaging Center (BIC) at the
Goethe-University Frankfurt am Main invites applications for a full-time
position as
Clinician scientist (m/f)
Or
Doctoral/Postdoctoral researcher (m/f)
We are seeking to recruit a highly motivated individual to develop a
programme of research into imaging biomarkers of neurological diseases.
Topics include the evolution of lesions in Multiple Sclerosis, the
differentiation of neurodegenerative diseases, and the evaluation of
target sites for deep brain stimulation (DBS) in movement disorders.
Essential qualifications and interests include
· a background in medicine, neuroscience, or a related field
(e.g., a degree in psychology, engineering, physics, biology)
· programming skills (Linux shell scripting, MATLAB)
· an interest in biomedical questions and systems neuroscience
· interpersonal skills when dealing with research subjects and
colleagues
Additionally, the ideal applicant
· has experience with imaging software packages (e.g. FSL, SPM)
· enjoys inter-disciplinary interactions with physicists and
clinicians
· has experience with conducting MRI scans
· speaks (basic) German to interact with study subjects
The successful candidate should have a demonstrated capacity for
independent work and be capable of initiating research in a lively
research environment.
The post will involve collecting MRI data from patients with
neurological conditions and normal volunteers. The post will also
involve data analysis and writing of manuscripts for submission to
peer-reviewed journals, as well as writing ethics applications for
research projects. For Doctoral researchers, Goethe-University provides
the opportunity to obtain a PhD degree.
The Brain Imaging Center offers excellent imaging facilities, with two
research-only 3T Siemens MRI scanners, MEG, various stimulus
presentation methods, and an active physics group.
The position is available immediately and can be split up.
The appointment will be initially for 2 years, with the possibility of
extension.
Salary will be based on TV-Ä Hessen for Clinicians, and up to TVÖD-E13
for Postdoctoral Researchers.
Goethe University is an equal opportunity employer. Applications from
female candidates are encouraged.
Where qualifications are equal, preference will be given to applicants
with disabilities.
Candidates should submit their applications (as a PDF including CV,
names of at least two referees, and a brief letter of motivation
outlining their interests and explaining how they meet the
qualifications listed above) to Dr Johannes Klein
(klein(a)med.uni-frankfurt.de). Dr Klein is also available for informal
enquiries. Applications will be considered until the post is filled.
Dear Users
Today (starting 4.30 pm in YNiC open plan) there will 2 project proposal
talks:
1) Lauren Welbourne "Imaging cortical responses to colour and form using
active tasks"
2) Sultan Alamri "Contrast gain control and masking in human visual cortex"
Everyone is welcome to attend and refreshments will be provided afterwards.
Best wishes
Rebecca
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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
Dear FSL users,
We are looking for new and experienced programmers with a background in brain imaging and/or signal processing to work in our UCSF-affiliated research lab.
Please apply at the following link if interested:
https://jobs-ncire.icims.com/jobs/1933/staff-research-associate-iii/job
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We are offering a PhD opportunity at the university hospital Tübingen,
Germany.
The project is focused on the development of a graph-theory, voxel-based
functional MRI connectivity approach to analyze epileptic brains in humans.
Tübingen is one of Germany's "Elite" i.e. excellence universities with a
strong emphasis on neuroscience. The technical infrastructure for
imaging neuroscience includes 9.4T and multiple 3T MRI scanners, a
high-density MEG facility and, within the department, a new high-density
MR-compatible 256-channel EEG.
SETTING
Joint project of the Department of Neurology and Epileptology (head
Prof. Lerche) and the Department of Biomedical Magnetic Resonance (head
Prof. Scheffler).
SKILLS
The applicant will learn and develop state-of-the-art functional
connectivity analysis in healthy subjects and epilepsy patients and can
also learn (high-density) EEG.
REQUIREMENTS
University degree preferably in (MR-) physics or mathematics (biology or
medicine is also possible if the other requirements are met).
Programming skills (Matlab) are required; the candidate should have
previous knowledge about MR-imaging and/or EEG. Previous experiences in
graph-theory analysis are a plus. Applicants are expected to be fluent
in English. German language skills are helpful but not required.
FORMALIA
- initially for 2 years, extension possible
- planned start date April 1, 2013 (earlier possible)
PAYMENT
1,365€ per month (tax free fellowship/stipend)
APPLICATION
- Curriculum vitae
- a one page statement summarizing previous experience and indicating
potential their contribution to the project
- two reference letters
- All documents should be emailed to Dr. Focke
(niels.focke(a)uni-tuebingen.de)
- Shortlisted candidates will be contacted for interviews (in personam
or via Skype).
APPLICATION DEADLINE: February 15th, 2013
____________________________________________________________________________________
Dr. Niels Focke
Oberarzt
Abt. Neurologie mit Schwerpunkt Epileptologie
Hertie Institut für Klinische Hirnforschung Universitätsklinikum Tübingen
Dear Users
This Thursday (starting 4.30 pm in YNiC open plan) there will 2 project proposal talks:
1) Lauren Welbourne "Imaging cortical responses to colour and form using active tasks"
2) Sultan Alamri "Contrast gain control and masking in human visual cortex"
Everyone is welcome to attend and refreshments will be provided afterwards.
Best wishes
Rebecca
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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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MR Physicist
University of Zurich and ETH Zurich, Switzerland
Applications are invited for the position of MR physicist at the
Laboratory for Social and Neural Systems Research (SNS Lab) at the
University of Zurich. The successful candidate will be responsible for
the development, maintenance, and optimization of MRI technology in the
lab. This will include sequence development for functional and
structural MRI, user support, quality control as well as implementation
and validation of multimodal imaging techniques. He/She will optimize
and support the use of methods and devices employed for structural and
functional fMRI on the laboratory’s research-dedicated Philips Achieva
3T scanner and will have the opportunity to participate in research
projects on high-field imaging at 7T and the integration of MRI and
other neuroscience techniques (e.g., TMS, tDCS, EEG).
The successful candidate will work in close collaboration with the
research groups and staff at the SNS Lab
(http://www.sns.uzh.ch/people.html). In addition, strong collaborative
links exist with Klaas Pruessmann’s MRI technology group at the
Institute for Biomedical Engineering at the Swiss Federal Institute of
Technology Zurich (http://www.mr.ethz.ch).
The SNS Lab and the Institute for Biomedical Engineering offer an
exciting and friendly multidisciplinary research environment with ample
opportunities for research and collaboration. Researchers at the SNS Lab
investigate the mechanistic links between neuronal circuits, human
behavior and social interactions, using combinations of brain imaging
methods, brain stimulation techniques, behavioral experiments, and
computational approaches. All technical facilities relevant for this
research are available in a single custom-built unit that is fully
dedicated to research (http://www.sns.uzh.ch/facilities.html).
Individuals who hold or will soon receive a PhD in MR physics, are
team-oriented, and have performed work relevant to the current position
are eligible to apply. Both senior and more junior researchers may
apply; the job profile can be flexibly adapted to the experience of the
successful applicant. The position is available immediately and is
intended as a long-term position. The salary is negotiable and will
depend on the successful applicant’s qualifications and experience.
Applications should be sent electronically and include a CV (incl. full
publication list), a statement of interest, and the names and e-mail
addresses of two referees. Please send these materials in a single PDF
file to applications(a)iew.uzh.ch with “MR physicist” in the e-mail
subject line.
Applications will be accepted until the position is filled.
Contact Address
Prof. Dr. Christian Ruff
E-mail: applications(a)iew.uzh.ch
www.sns.uzh.ch
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The Gaab Labhttp://www.childrenshospital.org/research/gaablab and
(www.babymri.org)) at the Laboratories of Cognitive Neuroscience at
Children’s Hospital Boston (Developmental Medicine Center) invites
applications for a NIH funded post-doctoral associate in the area of
developmental cognitive neuroscience/pediatric fMRI. Available resources
include a 3.0T MRI scanner, a child-friendly Mock scanner and analysis
platforms based in MATLAB/UNIX. The candidate will be expected to
design, organize and conduct pediatric and infant (f)MRI experiments,
analyze behavioral and fMRI data, prepare manuscripts for publication,
and participate in conferences. The NIH and foundation funded projects
will focus on neural and behavioral pre-markers of developmental
dyslexia in infants and pre-reading children as well as typical reading
and language development. The successful applicant should have a
doctoral degree in a field related to developmental cognitive
neuroscience (e.g., cognitive neuroscience, neuroscience, developmental
psychology, medicine or psychology). Individuals with a background in
electrical engineering, biomedical engineering or computer science will
also be considered, as appropriate. The successful applicant must
possess excellent English verbal and written communication skills.
Applicants are expected to have a very strong research background in the
design and statistical analysis of functional brain-imaging experiments.
Experience with SPM, FSL, Freesurfer, UNIX/LINUX/ and/or programming
skills (MATLAB, C++; Python) are desirable and experience with MVPA or
connectivity analyses a plus. Experience with pediatric functional
neuroimaging and language and reading research are useful. Approximate
start date is Spring/Summer 2013 (the earlier the better). Successful
applicants will be appointed at Children’s Hospital Boston and Harvard
Medical School. For consideration please send a statement of interest, a
CV and a list of three potential referees via email to Nadine Gaab, PhD
(nadine.gaab(a)childrens.harvard.edu). The search will continue until the
position is filled.
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Cognitive Neuroscience Research Assistant
Stanford Cognitive and Systems Neuroscience Laboratory
Department of Psychiatry
Stanford University
DESCRIPTION: Stanford University invites applications for the post of a Cognitive Neuroscience Research Assistant. This is an exciting opportunity to work on brain imaging studies of cognitive function and dysfunction, cognitive development and learning disabilities. The successful candidate will participate in all aspects of research in the lab, including: acquisition and analysis of functional brain imaging data, assembling and administering neuropsychological assessments, screening and recruiting participants, obtaining informed consent, scheduling participants for testing, tracking progress of the study and behavioral data, verifying data and entering pertinent information into database for statistical analysis, conducting statistical analyses, and assisting with manuscript preparation. A minimum commitment of two years is required. This is a full-time position with competitive benefits. Lab website is http://scsnl.stanford.edu. Please email a CV, a statement of research interests and career goals, and contact information for three references to Emma Adair at eadair(a)stanford.edu.
QUALIFICATIONS: Requires a BS/BA degree in psychology, human biology, neuroscience, biomedical engineering or related fields as well as one to two years of research experience. A strong academic record is essential. Past research experience with fMRI is highly desirable. Experience with any of the following would be an added advantage: brain imaging data analysis, psychophysiology, EEG, computer programming, MATLAB, signal processing, statistical analysis, and neuropsychological assessment. The candidate must have strong organizational and interpersonal skills; the ability to work well with children; a willingness to tackle complex tasks in an independent manner; and a strong work ethic.
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Subject: British Association for Cognitive Neuroscience, Annual Scientific
Meeting, Nottingham 2013
From: "Stephen Jackson" <Stephen.Jackson(a)NOTTINGHAM.AC.UK>
Date: Thu, January 10, 2013 11:57 am
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Please find attached a ‘Call for Papers’ with respect to the
2013 annual meeting of the British Association for Cognitive neuroscience
which will be held at the University of Nottingham on 18th-19th April
2013. Please note that the closing date for oral/poster submissions, and
for student bursary applications is March 15th 2013.<BR>
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University of Nottingham<BR>
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Dear Users
The majority of YNiC staff will be attending the MEG UK meeting on
Thursday and Friday and therefore there is no seminar this week.
Normal service will resume next week with 2 project proposal
presentations from Alex Wade's group.
Best wishes
Rebecca
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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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POST DOCTORAL Position available at the Martinos Center for Biomedical
Imaging, Massachusetts General Hospital, Charlestown, MA: Studying the
Neuroscience of Autism Using MEG.
Responsibilities: The position will involve investigating sensory
processing, functional connectivity, and other processing abnormalities
in autism, using MEG. Our current projects use state of the art
approaches for data analysis, and include analyses of coherence, local
cross-frequency coupling, graph theory methods, and other approaches to
mining MEG data. There is a range of possible projects to choose from
within these categories, and new approaches and ideas are welcomed.
The position requires working closely with other members of the Martinos
center (in particular Dr. Matti Hamalainen), as well as with other lab
members, to develop, explore, improve and apply various data analysis
methodologies. Multiple paradigms are routinely used in the lab, each
offering opportunities for different approaches and research directions.
The position will also involve running the MEG and MRI sessions.
Recruitment of subjects is carried out by other members (research
coordinators) in the lab. A minimum commitment of two years is required.
Salary will be competitive and commensurate with experience. Ideal start
date would be summer or fall of 2013.
Requirements: PhD (or prior post-doc experience) in MEG/EEG data
analysis/methodology or other signal processing. Background in specific
aspects of neuroscience or cognitive science is not required, but is a plus.
Contact: Tal Kenet, tal(a)nmr.mgh.harvard.edu
The Massachusetts General Hospital is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative
Action Employer.
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1. Lab Manager/RA: Full-time Lab Manager position for the Marantz group
at the NYU Neurolinguistics Laboratory, with responsibilities extending
to the NYU Abu Dhabi Neuroscience of Language Laboratory. Initial
appointment for one year, with possibility of renewal. BA/BS or MA/MS in
a cognitive science-related discipline (psychology, linguistics, etc.)
or computer science is required. The lab manager will be involved in
all stages of execution and analysis of MEG experiments on language
processing, with a concentration on auditory word recognition as
modulated by the morphological structure of words. Previous experience
with psycho- or neurolinguistic experiments is highly preferred. A
background in statistics and some programming ability (especially
Matlab) would give an applicant a strong edge. Preferred start date is
July 2013, but this is negotiable. Salary and rank will be commensurate
with experience. Applications will be accepted through February. Review
of applicants will begin immediately. To apply, please email CV and
names of references to Paul Del Prato at paul.delprato(a)nyu.edu
<mailto:paul.delprato@nyu.edu>.
2. RA: Two full-time NYU Abu Dhabi Research Institute-funded research
assistants for Cognitive Neuroscience of Language projects at the
Neuroscience of Language Laboratory in Abu Dhabi, assisting PIs Alec
Marantz, Liina Pylkkänen, and David Poeppel. Initial appointment for one
year, with possibility of renewal. BA/BS in cognitive science-related
discipline (psychology, linguistics, etc.) or computer science.
Programming and/or statistics experience a plus. The RAs will be
involved in all stages of planning, execution and analysis of MEG/EEG
experiments on language processing. Participant recruitment as well as
lab maintenance would be among RA duties. Preferred start date is
June-July 2013, but this is negotiable. Salary and rank will be
commensurate with experience; benefits, including travel and lodging in
Abu Dhabi, are quite generous. Applications will be accepted through
February. Review of applicants will begin immediately. To apply, please
email CV and names of references to Paul Del Prato at
paul.delprato(a)nyu.edu <mailto:paul.delprato@nyu.edu>.
3. Postdoctoral Position: Cognitive Neuroscientist 2-year, potentially
renewable post-doctoral position in the cognitive neuroscience of
language for the NYU Abu Dhabi Neuroscience of Language Laboratory. The
researcher will have had experience with evoked response experiments
using either MEG or EEG. The main responsibility of the researcher will
be to design and complete MEG experiments with participant populations
of varied linguistic and educational backgrounds to address questions
related to the research projects of the PIs of the Laboratory, Alec
Marantz, Liina Pylkkänen, and David Poeppel. Working with Arabic and
East Asian speakers requires nuanced understanding of the linguistic
situation on the ground as well as a search for necessary corpus
resources and area experts on the languages and language-particular
psycholinguistics. A researcher with cross-linguistic experimental
experience would be ideal for the job. Salary and rank will be
commensurate with experience; benefits, including travel and lodging in
Abu Dhabi, are quite generous. Applications will be accepted through
February. Review of applicants will begin immediately. To apply, please
email CV and names of references to Paul Del Prato at
paul.delprato(a)nyu.edu <mailto:paul.delprato@nyu.edu>.
Hi,
Every Thursday from 17th of January to 14th March, the Cognitive
Neuroscience MSc students have practical sessions at YNiC between 13:15
and 15:15. Open plan will be very busy and we will need all of the open
plan computers; we will therefore have to log out anyone who has left
themselves logged in.
Sorry for the inconvenience,
Mark
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Mark Hymers
York Neuroimaging Centre
To all members of the international MEG community:
The Cleveland Clinic is currently requesting applications for a 2013
Clinical MEG Fellowship. Our MEG laboratory carries out 15 - 20 clinical
MEG studies per month and is an ideal training program for those who
wish to become proficient in magnetoencephalography. Our strong research
program, with multiple NIH supported grants, supplements the clinical
program and enables fellows to also engage in research and to establish
a publication track record during their fellowship.
Please review the attached flyer about our fellowship program, and reply
to me if you are interested.
Richard C. Burgess, MD, PhD
Director, Magnetoencephalography Laboratory
Cleveland Clinic Epilepsy Center
burgesr(a)ccf.org <mailto:burgesr@ccf.org>
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Hi there,
Here are two PhD studentship opportunities at the University of Manchester that may be of interest, one using EEG and one using fMRI.
Using the pain feedback related negativity to investigate placebo analgesia
http://www.findaphd.com/search/ProjectDetails.aspx?PJID=42097
Dopaminergic and serotonergic influences on instrumental action selection and Pavlovian-instrumental transfer (PIT)
http://www.findaphd.com/search/ProjectDetails.aspx?PJID=42099&LID=1033
Please feel free to contact me for further details: deborah.talmi(a)manchester.ac.uk
Thank you.
Deborah
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Dear all,
Please see the advert below which details a PhD studentship opportunity
at Hull-York Medical School:
Applications can be made through jobs.ac.uk:
http://www.jobs.ac.uk/job/AFP251/phd-studentships/
The information below is copied from that posting.
Enquiries should be made to the 1st supervisor Dr Aziz Ashgar
(aziz.asghar(a)hyms.ac.uk <mailto:aziz.asghar@hyms.ac.uk>).
Best regards,
Will McGeown
PhD Studentships
Measurement and analysis of brain signals using ambulatory
electroencephalography (EEG)
*University of Hull* -Hull York Medical School
To celebrate the University's research successes, the University of Hull
is offering eight UK/EU PhD Scholarships, or International Fees
Bursaries *for candidates with a 1^st , 2(i), or equivalent, applying
for the advertised projects in the Hull York Medical School*
*Closing date 11th January 2013.*
Studentships will start in September 2013
*Primary Supervisors:* Dr Aziz Asghar (aziz.asghar(a)hyms.ac.uk
<mailto:aziz.asghar@hyms.ac.uk> 01482 463074 )
*Co Supervisor:* Dr Heidi Baseler (heidi.baseler(a)hyms.ac.uk
<mailto:heidi.baseler@hyms.ac.uk>, 01904 322862), Centre for
Neuroscience, Hull York Medical School.
*Advisors:* Dr Antony Wilkinson (A.J.Wilkinson(a)hull.ac.uk
<mailto:A.J.Wilkinson@hull.ac.uk>) & Mr Anthony Bateson
(A.D.Bateson(a)hull.ac.uk <mailto:A.D.Bateson@hull.ac.uk> ), Department of
Engineering, University of Hull. Dr Will McGeown (W.McGeown(a)hull.ac.uk
<mailto:W.McGeown@hull.ac.uk> ), Department of Psychology, University of
Hull.
The electrical activity of the human brain can be recorded on the scalp
surface using electroencephalography (EEG). Spectral analysis of EEG
recordings shows that brain activity is rhythmic, occurring at various
frequencies including theta, alpha, beta and gamma bands with each being
associated with particular biological functions. One major application
of EEG is to aid the diagnosis of epilepsy and other neurological
conditions. EEG is mainly performed using relatively expensive equipment
located within specialised centres with participants placed in static
positions, all of which place limitations on its wider clinical and
research applications. Although ambulatory EEG systems are available
they do not provide real-time data visualisation and signal processing
analysis which is subsequently undertaken after the completion of the
ambulatory recording. In conjunction with the Department of Engineering,
an inexpensive and portable EEG system has been developed that enables
convenient recording of the EEG and allows data to be displayed in
real-time. The project will aim to identify and overcome obstacles in
the acquisition and signal processing of ambulatory EEG data recorded
for up to 72 hours in participants undergoing their normal daily
activities. A specific part of the challenge will be in the development
and utilization of software analysis tools that enable processing of the
ambulatory EEG, including noise reduction and advanced signal processing
algorithms. Since the portable system can simultaneously record the
electrical activity of the heart (ECG) and muscles (EMG), the project
will determine if there are any cross-correlations with the ambulatory
EEG signals. The initial phase of the project will involve healthy
participants, with a subsequent objective being to recruit participants
with neurological conditions e.g. epilepsy and dementia. Our hypothesis
is that the ambulatory EEG will show differences between patients and
healthy participants over the recording period.
The studentship will provide an exciting and unique opportunity to
receive training across a number of academic disciplines including
neuroscience, computing science and medical engineering. This project
would suit a student with knowledge and experience in neuroscience and
electronic/systems engineering, and computing. The student would
interact with the telehealth research group, a team which includes
neuroscientists, psychologists, clinicians, computer scientists, sports
scientists and engineers, who have as one objective to collectively
undertake research studies using locally developed systems that are
inexpensive, comfortable, and enable convenient recording and signal
processing analysis of biological signals.
In order to qualify for this scholarship you will require a 2.1 in a
relevant subject.
To apply for this post please click *'Apply Online'* below.
A full-time UK/EU PhD Scholarship will include fees at the 'home/EU'
student rate and maintenance (*£13,590* in 2013/14, subject to final
confirmation) for three years, depending on satisfactory progress.
Full-time International Fee PhD Studentships will include full fees at
the International student rate for three years, dependant on
satisfactory progress, but no living expenses.
PhD students at HYMS have access to PGTS modules at the Universities of
Hull and York for research modules and transferable skills development
and gain a Masters level Certificate, or Diploma, in Research Training,
in addition to their research degree.
*Successful applicants will be informed of the award by 29^th March 2013.*
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Dr William McGeown
Department of Psychology,
Room 162 Fenner,
University of Hull.
Cottingham Road,
Hull.
HU6 7RX.
Email: w.mcgeown(a)hull.ac.uk
Webpage:
http://www2.hull.ac.uk/science/psychology/our_staff/academics/william_mcgeo…
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PhD and PostDoc positions in Multisensory Integration & Learning;
University of Birmingham, UK
In our natural dynamic environment we are constantly bombarded with many
different sensory signals. How does the human brain integrate
information from multiple senses to form a coherent percept and interact
effectively with our environment?
To study the neural mechanisms underlying multisensory integration and
learning in humans, we combine psychophysics and functional imaging
(fMRI, EEG/MEG & concurrent TMS-fMRI). Effective connectivity analyses
(e.g. Dynamic Causal Modelling) are used to investigate how information
is integrated from the senses through distinct interactions amongst
brain regions. To provide a more informed perspective on the
computational mechanisms, we combine functional imaging with models of
Bayesian inference and learning.
The Computational Cognitive Neuroimaging Group (Prof Uta Noppeney) is
seeking enthusiastic PhD and PostDoc candidates with a strong
quantitative background. Applicants should have a background in
neuroscience, psychology, computer science, physics, medicine or related
areas. Prior experience in functional imaging, MatLab, data analysis
and/or machine learning would be an advantage.
The Computational Cognitive Neuroimaging lab is based at the
Computational Neuroscience and Cognitive Robotics Centre and the
Department of Psychology at the University of Birmingham, UK. The centre
provides an excellent multidisciplinary, interactive and collaborative
research environment combining expertise in cognitive neuroimaging,
psychophysics and computational neuroscience. The psychology department
was rated 3rd in the UK research assessment exercise.
Applications will be considered until the positions are filled. Starting
dates are flexible.
For further information, please contact u.nopppeney(a)bham.ac.uk
<mailto:u.nopppeney@bham.ac.uk> or see
http://www.birmingham.ac.uk/research/activity/cncr/index.aspxhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/psychology/index.aspxhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/research/activity/behavioural-neuro/comp-cog-ne…
If interested, please send application including CV, statement of
research interests, and the names and full contact details of two
referees to: u.nopppeney(a)bham.ac.uk <mailto:u.nopppeney@bham.ac.uk>
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Post-Doctoral applications are invited in the newly established Brain and Language Lab at the Department of Clinical Neuroscience at the University of Geneva, in collaboration with the Swiss Institute of Technology (EPFL) in Lausanne, Switzerland. Projects will include the development of new data-driven computational morphometry methods for analysis of structural magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) data, and application of these to large datasets in the context of normal variability, disease, and expertise.
Candidates should have a degree in Biomedical Engineering, Computational Neuroscience, or a related field with a strong mathematical and computational background. Ideally they should have experience in brain image analysis, pattern recognition, machine learning, statistics as well as excellent programming skills.
We offer a competitive starting salary of 68, 964 CHF/year, or more depending on experience.
The position is available immediately, and applications will be considered until the position is filled. Informal inquiries can be addressed to Narly Golestani (Narly.Golestani(a)unige.ch). Applications including a CV, a statement of research interests, and the names and full contact details of three referees should be sent to: Narly.Golestani(a)unige.ch.
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> Applications are invited for an Assistant Professor opening in early
> 2013, at the University of Tennessee Health Science Center, Department
> of Pediatrics- Division of Clinical Neurosciences.
>
>
> The successful applicant will be based at Le Bonheur Children’s
> Hospital Neuroscience Institute, and primarily engaged in neuroscience
> research projects employing MEG, TMS, High Density EEG and fMRI.
>
> Requirements for a successful applicant include spoken and written
> proficiency in English; a PhD (or equivalent degree) in neuroscience,
> cognitive sciences or a related field, substantial experience in
> signal processing (e.g. time-frequency analysis, source estimation
> techniques and connectivity analysis). Strong computer programming
> skills (e.g., MATLAB) are also desired.
>
> The successful applicant will be presented with research opportunities
> involving the application of MEG, TMS, HD-EEG and fMRI in both basic
> (normative) and clinical (extra-operative direct cortical recordings
> and stimulation mapping) neuroscience projects. In addition, there
> will also be opportunity to engage in clinical MEG practice, with
> emphasis on presurgical source localization (identification for the
> epileptogenic zone and functional mapping) in pediatric epilepsy
> patients. The applicant may choose to be involved in ongoing projects
> supported mainly by intramural funds but new projects reflecting
> his/her interests can be initiated.
>
> More information can be found at
> http://www.uthsc.edu/pediatrics/neurosciences/
>
> Interested applicants should forward a CV with full publication list
> to Dr. Andrew Papanicolaou (apapanic(a)uthsc.edu
> <mailto:apapanic@uthsc.edu>).
>
Hi everyone,
This is to remind you about the upcoming MEG research group meeting on
*Thursday, 13th at 12.00 in C003.* As announced, Andrew will tell us
about /source space simulation and its application to beamforming and
connectivity/.
Hope to see you all tomorrow.
With best wishes,
Markus
Dear all,
Hope you're looking forward to the Christmas Party!
The festivities will begin on Thursday at 7:15 pm. The bar will be open and
your first drink is on the house! We'll also be giving out raffle tickets
for a free prize draw!
We'll sit down for dinner around 8-8:15pm. I've attached your menu choices
to this email. Be sure to remind yourself of what you ordered as you'll be
expected to remember when the food is brought around.
After dinner, there will be a disco at the hotel until midnight.
If you're unsure of where the Churchill Hotel is, here's the link on Google
Maps:
https://maps.google.co.uk/maps?q=the+churchill+york
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ozilla:en-GB:official&client=firefox-a&um=1&ie=UTF-8&hl=en&sa=N&tab=wl>
&oe=utf-8&aq=t&rls=org.mozilla:en-GB:official&client=firefox-a&um=1&ie=UTF-8
&hl=en&sa=N&tab=wl
The hotel mentioned that taxi companies are often busy around this time of
year. Therefore, they advise that if you know what time you will be leaving,
it's a good idea to book a taxi in advance.
All you need to bring is money for extra drinks/a taxi home (optional),
yourself, and lots of festive cheer!
Christmas wishes,
Emma
On behalf of the ECR
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Emma Holmes
PhD Student
Room B001b, Department of Psychology
University of York, Heslington, York YO10 5DD, United Kingdom.
Email: e.holmes(a)psych.york.ac.uk
Tel: 01904 322879