The Laboratory for Darwinian Neuroscience at Emory University invites
applications for a postdoctoral fellow to investigate the effects of
pharmacological treatments (oxytocin and vasopressin) and educational
interventions on paternal brain function in human males using fMRI.
Preference will be given to applicants with strong technical background,
including prior experience with fMRI analysis, matlab, familiarity with
Unix operating systems and shell scripting. Applicants should have
strong writing skills and be willing to commit to a minimum two year
appointment in the lab.
Send CV, statement of research interest and contact information of three
referees to Dr. James K. Rilling (jrillin(a)emory.edu). We are looking to
fill this position as soon as possible, but can postpone the hire for
the right candidate.
A postdoctoral position in neuroimaging is now available at SISSA,
Trieste, Italy.
Requisites for the admission to the selection procedure are the following:
* University degree in Psychology, Cognitive Science, Medicine,
Engineering, Informatics, Biology, Philosophy, Neuroscience.
* PhD in Psychology, Cognitive Science, Medicine, Engineering,
Informatics, Neuroscience
* Proven experience in: Experiments using fMRI.
The duration of the research fellowship: 24 months (possibly renewable
subject to the availability of the relevant funds in the budget of the
Neuroscience Area)
Gross remuneration per year: EURO 23.760,00 (net about EURO 21.600,00)
Where to apply:
http://www.sissa.it/gare/show_announcements.php?p=A3_B4&id=1584
Deadline for applying: April 24th 2014, 1:00 p.m.
For further information please contact prof Raffaella Rumiati
(rumiati(a)sissa.it)
The Donders Institute for Brain, Cognition and Behaviour has a vacancy
for a PhD student on the project
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*Characterizing phase-coupled oscillatory networks in the alpha and the
theta band: their relation to perception and attention, and to
individual differences in cognitive performance*
_Research Group Neurophysiology of Active Perception_
The objective of our research group is to formulate and validate
mechanistic explanations of cognitive phenomena, that is explanations in
terms of their underlying neurophysiological mechanisms. As an integral
part of this objective, our group has an important methodological
component, the characterization of interactions in spatially distributed
neural activity, which is the central topic of this PhD project.
_Project Description_
Phase-consistent rhythmic activity is ubiquitous in electrophysiological
recordings, and it may reflect networks of phase-coupled neuronal
populations oscillating at different frequencies. Because neuronal
oscillations may reflect rhythmic modulations of neuronal excitability,
phase-coupled oscillatory networks (PCONs) could be functional building
blocks for routing information through the brain. This project focuses
on PCONs involving brain rhythms that (1) are modulated by selective
attention and working memory, and (2) are correlated with individual
differences in cognitive performance. Using newly developed methods, we
extract PCONs from magneto-encephalography (MEG) data on the basis of
the patterns of phase-consistency induced by these PCONs. These methods
succeed because PCONs can be separated on the basis their frequency
content, the brain areas over which they can be observed, and their
pattern of between-site phase relations. We will test three hypotheses
with respect to the functional role of alpha and theta band PCONs, one
pertaining to their behavioral relevance, one to the mechanism
underlying sustained attention, and one to their relation with
individual differences in cognitive performance. All hypotheses can be
tested using existing data.
_Job Requirements_
This project calls for either a cognitive neuroscientist with a strong
interest and skills in data analysis or a person with a computational
background (machine learning, applied statistics, signal processing)
with a strong interest in cognitive neuroscience. We are looking for
candidates with a MSc degree who are highly motivated to conduct
research. It is highly desirable to have extensive experience with a
high-level programming language such as Matlab or Python. The candidate
must be available at 1-10-2014.
_Application deadline_: 14-7-2014
_The Institute_
The Donders Institute for Brain, Cognition and Behaviour consists of
three research centres, the Centre for Cognition, the Centre for
Cognitive Neuroimaging and the Centre for Neuroscience. The Donders
Institute focuses on state of the art cognitive neuroscience, in a
multidisciplinary approach, and offers excellent lab and neuroimaging
facilities. The project is embedded within the Donders research theme
/Brain Networks and Neuronal Communication/
(http://www.ru.nl/donders/research/theme-4-brain/) and will be
supervised by dr. Eric Maris at the Donders Centre for Cognition (DCC).
The DCC is part of the Faculty of Social Sciences, one of the largest
faculties at Radboud University Nijmegen. The faculty hosts high-quality
research and study programs that rank among the best in the Netherlands.
_Contact Information_
Dr. Eric Maris
e.maris(a)donders.ru.nl <mailto:e.maris@donders.ru.nl>
Dear all,
A research assistant/lab manager position will be available starting
late summer/early Fall 2014 in the Translational Research in Affective
Disorders Laboratory in the Department of Psychology at Emory
University. Research in the lab focuses on understanding the biological
underpinnings of psychiatric symptoms related to reward processing, such
as anhedonia, stress sensitivity and altered cost/benefit
decision-making. We take a translational approach to these questions,
drawing from the fields of behavioral neuroscience and reinforcement
learning to test theories about the molecular and circuit-level
mechanisms that give rise to these symptoms. Primary methods include
multimodal neuroimaging techniques (fMRI, MRS, and PET), behavioral
paradigms, computational modeling, and clinical/personality assessment.
/_Responsibilities:_///Responsibilities include assisting with all
aspects of research (designing/programming experiments,
recruiting/running participants, analyzing behavioral and neuroimaging
data), grant and IRB administration and overseeing day-to-day lab
operations. This is an excellent position for anyone seeking research
experience and training in clinical and cognitive neuroscience before
applying to graduate programs.
/_Necessary skills/qualifications_/: A bachelor's degree or higher in
cognitive science, neuroscience, computer science, psychology, math,
biology, or other related field. Strong computer programming skills
(especially MATLAB and/or Python) are required. Should be
self-motivated, independent, and reliable. Strong organizational and
communication skills are also essential. Research experience in
affective, clinical or cognitive neuroscience (e.g., conducting and
analyzing fMRI or MRI studies), behavioral experiment administration,
IRB management, or clinical interviewing experience will all be viewed
positively, but are not required. The position is for a two-year
commitment.
Interested parties should email a CV, names of relevant professional
references, and a brief statement of interest to Michael Treadway:
mtreadway77(a)gmail.com <mailto:mtreadway77@gmail.com>
Many Thanks,
Michael
Job posting. See below:
**
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*Neuroimaging post-doctoral fellow position available at the University
of Miami. *
Individuals interested in understanding the neural correlates of anxiety
disorders are particularly encouraged to apply. Research focuses on
functional neuroimaging and translational approaches to the study of
fear/safety learning and attention using a developmental perspective.
Additional information can be found at http://www.psy.miami.edu/brain/
Please contact Jennifer Britton, Ph.D. (j.britton(a)miami.edu
<mailto:j.britton@miami.edu>)
*Bridging Research on Anxiety, Innovations and Neuroscience (BRAIN) Group*
Department of Psychology
University of Miami
phone: 305-284-2364
email: brain.group(a)psy.miami.edu <mailto:brain.group@psy.miami.edu>
web: www.psy.miami.edu/brain <http://www.psy.miami.edu/brain>
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*The 19th International Conference on Biomagnetism (Biomag 2014) **
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*Halifax, Nova Scotia, Canada · August 24-28, 2014
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Update from the 19th International Conference on Biomagnetism.
Please note the *Call for Abstracts* deadline is approaching for the
19^th International Conference on Biomagnetism. All submissions are due
by *March 31^st , 2014 at 11:59pm (AST)*.
To submit your abstract, please visit the*Call for Abstracts*page
(http://www.biomag2014.org/abstract.shtml).
For full conference information please visit the Biomag 2014 website at
www.biomag2014.org <http://www.biomag2014.org/>.
Don’t forget to follow us on twitter for conference news and updates
@Biomag2014 <https://twitter.com/BioMag2014>.
*We look forward to seeing you in Halifax in August!*
*Your Conference Chairs:*
*Ryan D'Arcy, Margot Taylor, Steven Beyea*
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*Steven D. Beyea, Ph.D.*
Scientific Leader
Biomedical Translational Imaging Centre (BIOTIC)
IWK & QEII Health Centres
Associate Professor of Diagnostic Radiology
Cross-Appointment, School of Health Sciences, Dept. of Physics
Dalhousie University
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*Dr. R.C.N. D'Arcy*
Professor and BC Leadership Chair
Medical Technologies
Faculty of Applied Sciences
Simon Fraser University
Head
Health Sciences and Innovation
Surrey Memorial Hospital
Fraser Health Authority
*Margot J. Taylor, Ph.D.*
Director of Functional Neuroimaging
Department of Diagnostic Imaging
Senior Scientist, Neurosciences& Mental Health, Research Institute
Hospital for Sick Children
Professor, Departments of Psychology, Medical Imaging and Paediatrics
University of Toronto
*Platinum Sponsor*
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Dear all,
In addition to the position of research programme coordinator
(see earlier post), we are also inviting applications for a postdoctoral
position at the Institute of Psychiatry, King's College London.
The postholder will work on a new EU-funded multi-centre programme
(PSYSCAN) on predictors of clinical outcome in people at ultra high risk
for psychosis and individuals with a first episode of the disorder. The
programme involves the analysis of multi-modal neuroimaging data,
with the aim of developing diagnostic and prognostic tools that can be
used in clinical practice. PSYSCAN involves a consortium of academic
centres in London, Cambridge, Edinburgh, Galway, Utrecht, Maastricht,
Melbourne, Santander, Madrid, Gottingen, and Copenhagen, as well as
industrial partners with expertise in this area, including Ixico and
Cambridge Cognition. The post holder will be encouraged to work with
members of the consortium with expertise in image analysis, including Dr
Andrea Mechelli (Institute of Psychiatry), Prof Ed Bullmore (University
of Cambridge), Prof Mick Brammer (Institute of Psychiatry), and Prof
Derek Hill (Ixico). For more information on this post, please see:
http://www.kcl.ac.uk/depsta/pertra/vacancy/external/apply.php?id=16844017
I will be happy to answer any questions from prospective applicants.
Kind regards,
Andrea Mechelli
**
*Andrea Mechelli, PhD*
Reader in Early Intervention
Programme Director, MSc Early Intervention in Psychosis
<http://www.kcl.ac.uk/prospectus/graduate/early-interventions-in-psychosis>
HCPC-registered Clinical Psychologist
Department of Psychosis Studies
Institute of Psychiatry, King’s College London
De Crespigny Park, London SE5 8AF, UK
Phone: 0044 (0)20 7848 0289
Email: a.mechelli(a)kcl.ac.uk <mailto:a.mechelli@kcl.ac.uk>
*Research Fellowship (Verification and clinical validation of a 3-D
finite element model of the cochlea)*
University of Athens, Greece
Applications are invited to fill one open EU-funded Research Fellow
position in the Audiology Laboratory at the 1st Department of
Otolaryngology and Head and Neck Surgery at the University of Athens
Medical School, Greece. The applicant will participate in the SIFEM
project (http://sifem.ubitech.eu/) aiming at the clinical validation of
a 3-D finite element model of the cochlea. The position is available on
1st of May for an initial period of 6 months, with the prospect of
continuation until April 2015.
Candidates are expected to have a BSc in Audiological Science or a
related field and ideally have an MSc or PhD in a related discipline.
Candidates with background in audiology research are especially
encouraged to apply. Successful applicants will be involved in the
validation and verification of a 3D finite element geometrical model of
the cochlea by using otoacoustic emissions and psychoacoustic tuning
curves. Experience with psychoacoustic testing is desired, but not
required for candidates with strong audiology background. Programming
skills (MATLab) are desirable. The Research Fellow will be expected to
work 3.5 days per week in the laboratory and clinic and will be
expected to participate in undergraduate and post-graduate teaching (1-2
hours per week). Salary is expected to range between 24,000 - 30,000
Euros per annum based on experience.
The National and Kapodistrian University of Athens (http://en.uoa.gr/)
was founded in 1837 and is the largest public institution of higher
education in Greece, and among the largest universities in Europe. It is
a legal entity of public law with 32 Faculties and 111 Postgraduate
programmes of all disciplines, 158 Laboratories, 69 Clinics (included in
4 University Hospitals), 6 Central Libraries. The 1st University
Department of Otolaryngology (AORL) was established in 1939 at the
Hippokrateio Hospital in Athens, and is the largest Otolaryngology
Department in the country. It provides clinical services for all major
subspecialties including Otology & Neurotologic surgery, Audiology, Head
& Neck Oncology, Rhinology and Laryngology. It is also one of the
Cochlear Implant Centres in Athens.
Candidates with an interest in this position should send their CV,
contact information, statement of research interest and the names of two
referees to Dr. Thanos Bibas, Assistant Professor in Otolaryngology
(thanosbibas(a)hotmail.com <mailto:thanosbibas@hotmail.com> ) or Professor
Aristides Athanasiadis - Sismanis (asismanis(a)aol.com
<mailto:asismanis@aol.com>) . Women and members of minority groups are
encouraged to apply. Applications will be reviewed until the positions
are filled.
*Two Full-time Research Assistant Positions*
*Center for Mind and Brain, University of California, Davis*
Dr. Amanda Guyer and Dr. Paul Hastings at the Center for Mind & Brain,
University of California, Davis (http://mindbrain.ucdavis.edu) seek to
fill TWO full-time research assistant positions at the Junior Specialist
level starting Summer 2014. These positions are for two years, with
possibility for extension depending on funding. The successful
candidates will work on a NIMH-funded study of neurobiological and
socio-emotional development in Mexican-origin adolescents at risk for
depression. The project draws on multiple methods of inquiry including
psychophysiology, neuroimaging, behavioral responses, and questionnaires.
*The successful candidates will be responsible for: ***
·Recruiting, scheduling and maintaining contact with youths and their
families in Spanish and English;
·Running visits with youths and their parents at the Imaging Research
Center in Sacramento;
·Collecting, processing, managing, and analyzing fMRI,
psychophysiological (autonomic, adrenocortical and immunological) and
behavioral data;
·Managing human subject protocols, human consent forms, and annual IRB
approval;
·General lab management duties, including scheduling and supervision of
undergraduate research assistants.
*Position qualifications include:***
*Required:* A bachelor's degree in Psychology, Neuroscience, or a
related field. Experience with neuroimaging and/or psychophysiological
procedures. Availability to work during weekend and evening hours.
*Preferred:* Fluent in speaking, reading and writing in Spanish; Strong
track record of working with youth and their families; Demonstrated
ability to work independently and in a team environment on multiple
tasks; Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, strong
organizational and problem-solving skills, and keen attention to
detail; Strong computer skills (e.g., Microsoft Office, Unix) and
willingness to learn and develop new skills related to data collection,
management and processing. Experience processing neuroimaging and/or
psychophysiology data using relevant software programs (e.g., MindWare,
BioPac, AFNI, MATLAB, SPM), programming experimental tasks (e.g., using
E-prime), and/or statistical analysis (e.g., using SPSS) are also highly
desired. Please describe relevant skills in your cover letter. Scanner
safety and operator training will be provided.
This is a position for a highly motivated individual who is excited
about conducting developmental clinical neuroscience research. The
skills learned through this experience will be useful for those who
intend to go to graduate school in psychology, neuroscience, or human
development. To apply, please send a cover letter of interest, a resume,
and a list of 2 or 3 references (and their contact information) to
ucdheadlab(a)gmail.com <mailto:ucdheadlab@gmail.com>.
The University of California is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action
Employer.
Amanda E. Guyer, Ph.D.
Associate Professor, Department of Human Ecology
Faculty Researcher, Center for Mind & Brain
University of California, Davis
Davis, CA 95616
530-297-4445 (CMB Office)
530-297-4400 (CMB Fax)
530-754-0199 (Campus Office)
aeguyer(a)ucdavis.edu <mailto:aeguyer@ucdavis.edu>
http://mindbrain.ucdavis.edu/people/aeguyerhttp://humandevelopment.ucdavis.edu/people/index.php