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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
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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.