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by Gary Green 15 Jul '15

15 Jul '15

1. We are looking for a PhD student with a background in Neuroimaging/Physics/Biomedical Engineering in Amsterdam. The aim of the project is to optimize neurosurgical deep brain stimulation targeting using 3T and 7T scans. Compensation is according to the collective agreement (CAO-UMC) and amounts from EUR 2200,- gross per month in the first year to EUR 2818,- in the fourth year. For further information, please visit this website: www.academictransfer.com/28873 Best wishes, Guido http://www.spinozacentre.nl/ ================================ 2. Open position: PhD student in Computational Neuroimaging The successful candidate will contribute to research in the Computational Neuroanatomy and Neuroinformatics Lab (CNN Lab) of the Biomedical Engineering Department at New Jersey Institute of Technology. The Lab focuses on development and implementations of analytic and statistic models for providing quantitative biological criteria that help diagnosis of cognitive deficits, by integrating high-dimensional multi-modal neuroimaging, clinical and behavioral data and refined imaging analysis and multivariate machine learning techniques. The collaborative research team includes renowned quantitative and clinical scientists affiliated at New Jersey Institute of Technology, Rutgers University, Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai, City University of New York, and Albert Einstein College of Medicine. The multiple neuroimaging modalities involved in the lab includes structural MRI, DTI, task-based and resting-state fMRI and functional near-infrared spectroscopy (fNIRS). The study population greatly focuses on children with Attention Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD), Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD), Mood Disoder (MD), and Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI). Candidate Requirements: The candidate should have a Master’s degree in biomedical engineering, electrical and computer engineering, computer science, mathematics, physics, computational neurosciences or a related discipline. Expertise in brain imaging and/or programming is highly preferred. Tasks of the PhD student: To work in collaboration with clinical and engineering departments for the development and application of new methodologies; to analyze complex multi-modal and longitudinal neuroimaging and clinical data; to participate in MRI data acquisition, manuscripts writing. Programming Languages and Toolboxes employed in the lab: Matlab, C/C++, Python, Shell Scripts, R, SAS, FSL, FreeSurfer, SPM, AFNI, etc. Operating Systems employed in the lab: Linux based high performance parallel computing system. Contact: The candidature (Research Statement, CV, copies of the transcript and diploma) goes to: Dr. Xiaobo Li Associate Professor of Biomedical Engineering Director of the Computational Neuroanatomy and Neuroinformatics Lab (CNN Lab) New Jersey Institute of Technology xiaobo.li(a)njit.edu ================================ 3. Call for Application for Prospective Ph.D. Students Code: 16167 - Psychology and Social Neuroscience Research curriculum in Cognitive Social and Affective Neurosciences (CoSAN) WHAT: 3 three-year funded PhD positions in Cognitive, Social and Affective Neuroscience (CoSAN) programme (http://www.cosanphd.com) WHO: High-motivated applicants with a deep interest in systems neuroscience and higher-order cognitive, affective and social functions are encouraged to apply. Preferred Degrees: Psychology, Medicine, Neuroscience, Computational Neuroscience, Computer graphics, Computer Science, Biomedical engineering, Statistics, Mathematics Computer Programming skills are in particularly high demand. Applications are invited from candidates who: * hold an Italian diploma di laurea / laurea specialistica / laurea magistrale in any discipline, * hold an equivalent second-level degree (generally equivalent to a Master’s Degree) obtained in any country , in any discipline * expect to receive their degree award by October 31, 2015 WHERE: * Department of Psychology, Sapienza University of Rome http://dippsi.psi.uniroma1.it * Santa Lucia Foundation, Rome http://www.hsantalucia.it COORDINATOR OF THE PROGRAM Salvatore Maria Aglioti, Director of the Social and Cognitive Neuroscience Laboratory, Sapienza University of Rome http://agliotilab.org/ STIPEND: Euro 13.638,47 per year, before taxes RESEARCH TOPICS: Neural correlates of cognitive, social and affective processes including: * Bodily and brain correlates of Intergroup processing, stereotype and prejudice. * Joint attention and joint action in healthy and brain damaged people. * Intention, action and emotion understanding * Pain perception, empathy for pain, existential neuroscience * Body awareness and Self-Other distinction in healthy, spinal cord injured, and brain damaged people * Embodiment and agency in Immersive virtual reality RESEARCH TECHNIQUES: * Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation (TMS) * Transcranial electric Stimulation (tDCS, tACS) * Electroencephalography (EEG), including: o Somatosensory Evoked Potentials (SEP) o Laser Evoked Potentials (LEP) * Infrared Eye-tracking and Motion-tracking * Thermal Imaging * Immersive virtual reality (CAVE and Head mounted display) * Lesion Mapping analysis * fMRI HOW: Admission is based on an evaluation of the skills and aptitude of the candidate, and the selection procedure includes two steps: Phase 1. Evaluation of qualifications Phase 2. On site (or video-conference) interview WHEN: APPLICATION DEADLINE: 24/07/2015 11.59 pm CET HOW TO APPLY: See http://www.cosanphd.com/ and http://www.uniroma1.it/sites/default/files/bando%20%20inglese.pdf Phase 1. The outcome of the evaluation will be published on 31/07/2015. Phase 2. On site interviews will start from 07/09/2015 at 9:00 AM at the Department of Psychology. It is possible, following motivated requests, to conduct Phase 2 interview using video-conferencing facilities. Please, pay attention that the on-site interviews, originally scheduled on September 17th, will start on September 7th INFO: http://www.cosanphd.com/ http://agliotilab.org/ http://www.uniroma1.it/sites/default/files/bando%20%20inglese.pdf http://www.uniroma1.it/sites/default/files/bando_31.pdf CONTACT INFO: Paola Trussardi (organizational manager) - paola.trussardi(a)uniroma1.it (administrative requests) Salvatore M. Aglioti or Emmanuele Tidoni - salvatoremaria.aglioti(a)uniroma1.it or emmanuele.tidoni(a)uniroma1.it (scientific requests) ==================================== 4. Please see the link below for information on a funded studentship in neuroimaging at the Aberdeen Biomedical imaging Centre http://www.abdn.ac.uk/clsm/graduate/research/brain-lesions-997.php I’m happy to reply to requests for further information but applications must be done via the University of Aberdeen’s web page. Gordon Gordon D. Waiter PhD CSci MIPEM CPhys MInstP Aberdeen Biomedical Imaging Centre Division of Applied Medicine University of Aberdeen Lilian Sutton Building Foresterhill Aberdeen AB25 2ZD Tel: +44 (0)1224 438356 (University Internal 8356: NHS Internal 768356) Fax: +44 (0)1224 438364 g.waiter(a)abdn.ac.uk ===================== 5. A research assistant/lab manager position is available in the Language Behavior and Brain Imaging Lab (http://lbbil.rutgers.edu/) at Rutgers University in Newark, New Jersey. Much of our research is devoted to the cognitive neuroscience of reading, with potential application to reading disorders. Other aspects of brain and language studied in the lab include concept formation and speech production. Research is performed using a variety of techniques such as functional magnetic resonance imaging (fMRI), diffusion tensor imaging (DTI), behavioral responses, gene-brain correlations, and magnetoencephalography (MEG). Responsibilities will include data collection from human research participants in both a purely behavioral and functional brain imaging setting, contacting and scheduling research participants, managing institutional review board (IRB) protocols, and data analysis. Requirements for a successful applicant include spoken and written proficiency in English, a minimum of a bachelor-level degree (e.g., BA or BS), preferably in psychology, neuroscience, computer science, engineering, biology, or a related field, and willingness to make a 2-year commitment. Preference will be given to applicants who have experience in cognitive neuroscience research with human participants, are proficient with the linux computing environment, have used experiment delivery and data acquisition software such as E-prime, and can program in a scripting language such as Matlab or Python. Rutgers is the state university of New Jersey, and its Newark campus is in the state’s largest city. Newark is undergoing a renaissance of its own and is only minutes from Manhattan by train. Applications will be reviewed as they are received, with a deadline of September 15th. Please email a resume or CV and contact information for 3 references to william.graves(a)rutgers.edu. ============================== 6. The 2 job adverts- a post-doc and a research assistant to work on my Wellcome Trust funded post-stroke project - Mechanisms underlying spoken language production: facilitating frontal brain networks following aphasic stroke are now out! A strong neuroimaging ( DCM) candidate would be ideal for the postdoc position. Details can be found here : jobs.ac.uk ref: ALN097 jobs.ac.uk ref: ALN227 and can be viewed here: http://www.jobs.ac.uk/job/ALN227/research-associate/ http://www.jobs.ac.uk/job/ALN097/research-assistant/ Please circulate to anyone you think may be interested. Fingers crossed we find the right team. Looking forward to (finally) getting going with this. Thanks for your help. Best wishes, Jenny Jenny Crinion Clinical Scientist/ Speech and Language Therapist, Institute of Cognitive Neuroscience, University College London, 17 Queen Square, London WC1N 3AR, UK Phone: + 44 (0)207 679 1129 Fax: + 44 (0)207 813 2835 http://www.ucl.ac.uk/crinionlab j.crinion(a)ucl.ac.uk ===================== 7. A postdoctoral position is available immediately in the Neuroimaging group (Head: Dr. Igor Yakushev) at the Department of Nuclear Medicine, Technische Universität München (TUM), Munich, Germany. Projects with include the modeling of cerebral networks and disease trajectories on the basis of brain images, as obtained using PET (amyloid, FDG), DTI, and fMRI. The group's clinical focus is neurodegenerative disorders, in particular Alzheimer’s disease. Existing image data will provide the basis for prompt data analyses and publications. The research group is integrated into the TUM Neuroimaging Center, which possesses a broad methodological and thematic expertise: http://www.tumnic.mri.tum.de/tumnic/index.html The Dept. of Nuclear Medicine offers exciting opportunities for neuroimaging research in an interdisciplinary environment and access to state-of-the-art technology including a hybrid PET/MR scanner. The candidate should hold a PhD or equivalent degree in a relevant discipline (e.g., computer sciences, engineering, physics, mathematics, neuroscience, medicine). Experience in image analysis tools (SPM, FSL, FreeSurfer) is desirable. Solid knowledge of programming (Matlab, Java) and statistics (SPSS, SAS, R) is advantageous. Salary is according to TV-L. The position is limited for two years, with a possibility of extension. Applications will be considered until the position has been filled. Interested researchers should submit their applications including CV, two recommendation letters (or names and contact details of personal references), and a brief letter of motivation to Dr. Yakushev at igor.yakushev(a)lrz.tum.de ================================= 8. A CAS supported post-doc position is aviable in Hefei in China (CAS President’s International Fellowship for Postdoctoral Researchers). We are seeking for qualified candidates who have got PHD degree and are interesting in addiction and/or decision making research using MRI, fMRI, EEG, and tDCS. The salary is about $31000-$34000/year (0.2million Chinese yuan /year). The application deadline is August 15th. If you have some question or want to submit a CV, please feel free to send email to zxcustc(a)ustc.edu.cn Thanks a lot! Xiaochu ======================= 9. We are looking for a full-time Postdoctoral Research Fellow to work within the School of Psychology, University of Birmingham. The successful candidate will work on a 5-year project funded within an ERC Consolidator Grant to investigate the role of brain oscillations for human episodic memory. The project focusses on intracranial single-unit recordings in human epilepsy patients and computational modelling of oscillations in memory networks. The postdoctoral researcher will design and conduct experiments with patients in Birmingham and Germany (Erlangen), analyse electrophysiological data and publish the results in international peer reviewed journals. The researcher should also use computational modelling as a tool to generate hypothesis and test the empirical data. The person we are looking for will have demonstrable experience on human or animal electrophysiology and oscillations as measured with EEG/MEG or, ideally, intracranial EEG. They should have a background, or strong interest, in computational modelling of neural networks. They will have an advanced degree (preferably a PhD in Psychology, Computational Neuroscience, or Neuroscience). They must be fluent using Matlab and related toolboxes for analysing brain oscillatory data (i.e. Fieldtrip). We require an individual with very good communication skills. Strong interest in working in a clinical environment is required, and previous clinical experience is a plus. This position will be held in the Memory and Oscillations Lab and will be supervised by Dr Simon Hanslmayr. The lab is a dynamic active group that includes several other Post docs and PhD students and provides a supportive and stimulating environment in which to work. Start date is 1 October 2015. To download the details of this position and submit an electronic application click HERE or visit www.hr.bham.ac.uk/jobs and enter the job reference number 55204 in the search engine. Please send informal enquiries to Dr Simon Hanslmayr (s.hanslmayr(a)bham.ac.uk). Dr. Simon Hanslmayr Senior Lecturer School of Psychology University of Birmingham Edgbaston Birmingham B15 2TT UK Tel +44 121 4146203 http://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/psychology/people/profile.aspx?Referenc… ====================================== 10. he Department of Experimental Psychology at Göttingen University is looking to fill a full post-doc position for 3 + 3 years, beginning 01.10.2015. Salary: Pay grade 13 TV-L. Applicants need to proficient German speakers to give lectures in the Bachelor Psychology. The finally selected candidate studied psychology and holds a highly qualified PhD in Psychology; has excellent programming experience (e.g., Matlab, Presentation and statistical software like R), publications on psychophysiological studies of visual processes (preferably fMRI) and knowledge of and interest in the visual system, visual cognition, and neuroanatomy. Please send your application with the usual documents (also in electronic form) by July 12th, 2015 to Georg-August-Universität Göttingen, Institute for Psychology, Department of Experimental Psychology, Gossler-Str. 14, 37073 Göttingen, e-mail: uwe.mattler(a)psych.uni-goettingen.de. For more Information see: www.uni-goettingen.de/de/305402.html?cid=10715. ================================ 11. Postdoctoral positions on the cognitive neuroscience of implementing instructions We are offering two 2-year post-doctoral positions at the Faculty of Psychology and Educational Sciences, Ghent University, Belgium. The positions are situated in the research groups of Prof. Marcel Brass and Prof. Jan De Houwer and are related to the question of how instructions shape basic cognitive processes. We expect the successful candidate to hold a PhD in psychology, cognitive neuroscience, biology or a related discipline. Furthermore, the candidate should have conducted neuroscientific research on cognitive processes. Experience with fMRI and/or TMS is an asset. We offer an excellent research environment with state of the art neuroimaging facilities. Please send your applications including your CV, a copy of the PhD diploma and contact details for two referees to Prof. Marcel Brass (marcel.brass(a)ugent.be). Applications need to be in by July 20, 2015. The starting date is negotiable. ========================== 12. Open position: Postdoctoral Research Associate in Computational Neuroimaging This is a two years position, renewable for longer term based upon performance and productivity. The Lab focuses on development and implementations of analytic and statistic models for providing quantitative biological criteria that help diagnosis of cognitive deficits, by integrating high-dimensional multi-modal neuroimaging, clinical and behavioral data and refined imaging analysis and multivariate machine learning techniques. The collaborative research team includes renowned quantitative and clinical scientists affiliated at New Jersey Institute of Technology, Rutgers University, Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai, City University of New York, and Albert Einstein College of Medicine. The multiple neuroimaging modalities involved in the lab includes structural MRI, DTI, task-based and resting-state fMRI and functional near-infrared spectroscopy (fNIRS). The study population greatly focuses on children with Attention Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD), Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD), Mood Disoder (MD), and Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI). Qualifications of candidate: A PhD degree in biomedical engineering, electrical and computer engineering, computer science, mathematics, statistics, computational neurosciences or a related quantitative field Research experiences in analyses of neuroimaging data collected from any of the following modalities: structural MRI, DTI, fMRI, fNIRS, and EEG/ERP Strong programming skills in any of the following languages: Matlab, C/C++, Python, Shell Scripts, R, SAS, and extensive knowledge on Unix/Linux operating systems Candidates with strong experience on machine learning, pattern classification, regression methods, or sparse representation are particularly encouraged to apply. Additional qualifications include ability to work well in a multidisciplinary, highly collaborative research team; interest in translational research between neuroscience, computational models, and clinical populations, and s strong record or potential for scholarly productivity. Contact: Please email your CV, statement of research interests and career goals, and copies of representative publications in a single PDF document to: Dr. Xiaobo Li Associate Professor of Biomedical Engineering Director of the Computational Neuroanatomy and Neuroinformatics Lab (CNN Lab) New Jersey Institute of Technology xiaobo.li(a)njit.edu ========================== 13. PostDoc Position in Connectome Research at USC A post-doctoral fellow position in brain connectome research is available at the Laboratory of Neuro Imaging (LONI, http://www.loni.usc.edu ) at the Stevens Neuroimaging and Informatics Institute of USC (http://www.ini.usc.edu). The post-doc fellow will be responsible for developing innovative computational techniques to study vision-related brain connectome using multi-shell diffusion MRI data. The focus of the research will be developing novel algorithms for fiber orientation distribution (FOD) reconstruction, FOD-based tractography, and fiber bundle reconstruction to improve the state-of-the-art in modeling human visual pathway. Through the Laboratory of Neuro Imaging at the Stevens Neuroimaging and Informatics Institute at USC, the post-doctoral fellow will have access to the ideal environment for brain imaging research. The LONI image data archive (IDA) is one of the largest brain image collections that hosts various imaging repositories such as ADNI. The datacenter of LONI boasts 3,328 cores and 26 terabytes of aggregate memory space for Big Data brain image analysis. The new institute will also house a state-of-the-the- art image acquisition center with both 3T (high performance gradient Prisma) and 7T MR (Siemens) scanners for human brain imaging. More information can be found at http://www.ini.usc.edu and http://www.loni.usc.edu. The ideal candidate should have a PhD in engineering, computer science, or applied mathematics, and strong background in brain or medical image analysis. Prior research experience (publications) in diffusion MRI is encouraged and a definite plus. Solid programming skills in C++ and Matlab are desirable. Interested candidates should send their CVs to Dr. Yonggang Shi (yshi(a)loni.usc.edu). Yonggang Shi, Ph.D. Assistant Professor, Tenure-Track USC Stevens Neuroimaging and Informatics Institute Laboratory of Neuro Imaging (LONI) Keck School of Medicine of USC University of Southern California 2001 North Soto Street – SSB1-Room 102 Los Angeles, CA 90032 Phone: (323) 44-BRAIN (442-7246) =============================== 14. Postdoctoral Fellow on Data Mining A prospective, longitudinal birth mother-offspring cohort study (Growing Up in Singapore Towards Health Outcomes; GUSTO) study provides a unique opportunity to investigate 1) gene-environment influence on cognitive and brain development; 2) the regulation of epigenetic memory on the development of children’s mental health. GUSTO establishes the intense assessment of cognition, emotional, brain imaging, genetics and epigenetics from infancy onwards and environmental measurements, such as maternal mental health, nutrition, social support etc. We are now seeking researchers who are interested in mining GUSTO data at all levels. We aim to identify new markers characterizing environmental, genetic, and cognitive factors and hence explaining epigenetic markers and children’s mental health. The position includes opportunities to apply novel computational models to high-dimensional data sets and develop expertise in 'big data' analysis in neuroscience and to work within a highly multidisciplinary research setting that includes expertise in bioinformatics and biostatistics. Requirements: · PhD on cognitive or affective neuroscience, neuroimaging, bioinformatics, computer vision, statistics, or relevant field · Experience on mining high dimensional data · Good communication in English language · English writing skill is a must. ======================= 15. The Department of Psychology at Rutgers University-Newark anticipates hiring at the assistant professor (tenure track) level. We seek applications from individuals with specializations in areas of Psychology and Neuroscience that primarily use fMRI as a methodology. Examples of research areas of special interest include social, developmental and cognitive neuroscience. Applicants that incorporate brain connectivity concepts in their research are encouraged to apply. Applicants will have access to the new Rutgers University Brain Imaging Center (RUBIC; Siemens 3T Trio). This position requires a Ph.D. in Psychology, Neuroscience, or related field. Highest priority will be given to applicants who demonstrate excellence in teaching at the graduate and undergraduate levels, provide research mentorship to students, and have research programs that can be supported by external funding. Applicants should submit a CV, statement of research and teaching interests, 3 top pre/re-prints and 3 letters of recommendation to: facultysearch(a)psychology.rutgers.edu. We will give priority to applications received by October 15th but will continue the search until the position is filled. Diversity Mission: Rutgers/Newark is the most ethnically diverse research-oriented campus in America (16 consecutive years, US News & World Report). Applicants may include a brief statement in their cover letter explaining how their membership in our department will advance the University commitment to diversity. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, disability, protected veteran status or any other classification protected by law. Rutgers-Newark is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer and actively encourages applications from minorities, women, and other underrepresented groups. =========================== 16. TWO NEW JOB OPPORTUNITIES IN CUBRIC, CARDIFF, UK Dear Colleagues Cardiff University Brain Research Imaging Centre (CUBRIC) is undergoing a major expansion of building, equipment and staff. The centre features 4 Siemens MR Scanners (1 x 7T MRI, 2 x 3T Prismas and a Connectom system with 300 mT/m gradients, MEG, EEG, fNIRS, TMS/TDCS) Please visit goo.gl/DP18uS to see details of the new centre, equipment, funding. The first two posts are currently open for applications: Permanent (tenured) Academic Physicist in Ultra-high Field MRI: goo.gl/2zp4oZ Siemens MR Onsite Scientist: goo.gl/qfWQ3r (Lots more jobs being advertised in the coming months) Informal enquiries can be address to cubric(a)cardiff.ac.uk ================================ 17. The Wolfson Brain Imaging Centre, University of Cambridge, is pleased to announce the creation of a new postdoctoral position, Head of 7T MRI Physics, which will lead the development of research studies on the newly acquired Siemens 7T scanner. This will involve close liaison with researchers in the University and MRC Cognition and Brain Sciences Unit, which co-funds this position. The post-holder will be expected to drive forward physics-based research on the scanner, and to enhance the delivery of research MR protocols and data analysis in research areas relevant to the users of the facility. These include clinically driven research areas such as dementia, stroke, head injury, and hydrocephalus, and also studies of normal and abnormal psychology driven by cognitive neuroscience. Particular applications of 7T MRI that are targeted for development in Cambridge include (but are not limited to): functional imaging of cortical layers, high resolution structural imaging, and spectroscopic analysis of neurotransmitter systems. The role will also require the post-holder to work with other member sites of the UK7T network (Oxford, Nottingham, Cardiff and Glasgow), to ensure rapid translation of scientific innovations across the sites. The post-holder will be expected to apply for funding to grow the MRI physics team, and to take on the supervision of PhD students. The successful candidate will have a PhD in a relevant discipline, 7T human MRI experience at post-doctoral level of MR physics as part of a multidisciplinary research group, competence in pulse sequence implementation (IDEA experience is desirable) and competence in some of the following tools: C, X-Windows, Unix, Tcl/Tk, MatLab, Java, C++. For more information please see: http://www.jobs.cam.ac.uk/job/7488 or contact Dr Adrian Carpenter: enquiries(a)wbic.cam.ac.uk. The closing date is August 8th 2015. ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Guy Williams, MA, PhD Assistant Director of Research Wolfson Brain Imaging Centre Department of Clinical Neurosciences University of Cambridge School of Clinical Medicine Box 65 Cambridge Biomedical Campus Cambridge CB2 0QQ Tel.: +44 1223 746464 Fax.: +44 1223 331826 ==============================

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Internet connection
by Paul Elliott 07 Jul '15

07 Jul '15

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

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YNiC seminar today
by rem 02 Jul '15

02 Jul '15

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

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YNiC seminar 2nd July
by rem 29 Jun '15

29 Jun '15

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

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YNiC seminar today
by rem 25 Jun '15

25 Jun '15

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

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

23 Jun '15

1. A 3 year postdoctoral fellowship in Multimodal Imaging at NORMENT is currently available. NORMENT is a Norwegian Centre of Excellence, and coordinates a translational multicenter study involving all University hospitals in Oslo and several groups at the Universities of Oslo and Bergen. The main aims are to disentangle the neurobiological, genetic, psychological and environmental factors contributing to the development of severe mental disorders. Through our extensive infrastructure for clinical evaluations, cognitive testing, MRI and biobanking we are assembling a comprehensive database comprising healthy controls and patients suffering from schizophrenia and bipolar disorders. NORMENT is directly involved in several large-scale international collaborative efforts, to which the successful candidate is expected to contribute. http://tinyurl.com/pu6hug2 * Job description The postdoctoral fellow will play a central role in the analysis and dissemination of data from a large imaging genetics database, in particular focusing on developing and applying methods for integrating multimodal imaging (sMRI, DTI, fMRI) and genetics. The work will be carried out as part of a cross-disciplinary team in close collaboration with the NORMENT Biostatistics and Genetics groups, and researchers at the Oxford FMRIB Centre (http://www.fmrib.ox.ac.uk), University of California, San Diego (http://mmil.ucsd.edu), and deCODE genetics, Iceland. The position is funded through an extended career grant from the Norwegian Health Authorities. * Qualifications The successful candidate is ambitious and highly motivated for pursuing a research career, holds a PhD in neuroimaging, computational or cognitive neuroscience, biomedical engineering, biostatistics, or equivalent, has a strong background and interest in neuroscience, genetics, MRI analysis or biostatistics, and a strong publication record. Previous experience with imaging genetics or brain network and connectivity analysis is an advantage. Proficiency in shell scripting, Matlab, R, python or similar programming languages or software tools is required. * The application Applications are submitted through the Oslo University Hospital online recruitment system and must include application letter including motivation for applying for the position, CV summarizing education, relevant work experience, grants etc, a complete list of publications and academic work, and contact details of 2-3 references. Application deadline: July 15 2015 For any informal enquiries regarding the position, please do not hesitate to contact group leader Lars T. Westlye (l.t.westlye(a)psykologi.uio.no). http://tinyurl.com/pu6hug2 ---- Lars T. Westlye, PhD Senior Researcher, Head of Multimodal Imaging Group NORMENT CoE, KG Jebsen Centre for Psychosis Research, Oslo University Hospital, Oslo, Norway Associate Professor II Department of Psychology, University of Oslo Email: l.t.westlye(a)psykologi.uio.no | Phone: +47 971 63 221 ============================================================== 2. Postdoctoral Fellowship at Duke-National University of Singapore Multimodal Neuroimaging in Neuropsychiatric Disorders Laboratory, Center for Cognitive Neuroscience at Duke-NUS Graduate Medical School, National University of Singapore is looking for postdoctoral fellow in cognitive neuroscience and/or multimodal neuroimaging. Our group studies the human neural bases of social-emotion, cognition, and memory functions and the associated vulnerability patterns in neuropsychiatric disorders, including neurodegenerative diseases (focusing on AD, FTD and preclinical stages) and Schizophrenia. Multimodal neuroimaging and psychophysical techniques are employed, including magnetic resonance imaging (MRI), functional MRI, diffusion tensor imaging, and electroencephalography (EEG). We are interested in developing computational methods to examine the network-level structural and functional brain connectivity to shed light on the neurobiological mechanism of disease, paving the way for early detection and intervention. Candidates must have a passionate enthusiasm for research, a strong background in one of the following fields: computational neuroscience, cognitive neuroscience, neuropsychiatric disorders, neuroimaging analyses, mathematics/statistics/machine learning or related-fields. He/she should also possess the ability to take the initiative, work independently and be motivated to work in a highly collaborative and international research environment, and be able to demonstrate creativity, technical independence and excellent communication skills. Strong interest in studying dynamic functional connectivity and its relationships with cognition and disease would be a plus. Proven skills in fMRI/EEG/DTI data analyses is a plus but not necessary. Key attractions are access to a 3T Prisma MR scanner and a MR compatible digital EEG system as well as collaboration opportunities with an excellent network of domestic and international scientists and doctors. The position will be two years with possible extension. Competitive package will be provided based on experience. Interested applicants are welcome to email Assistant Prof. Helen Juan Zhou at helen.zhou(a)duke-nus.edu.sg with application letter, curriculum vitae, three references, and contact information. Website: https://sites.google.com/site/mneuroimaginglab/; http://www.duke-nus.edu.sg/content/zhou-juan-helen =========================================== 3. MRC PhD studentship Doctoral Training Programme, University of Nottingham. Supervisors: Sue Francis, Sir Peter Mansfield Imaging Centre Denis Schluppeck, School of Psychology We are looking to recruit a highly motivated PhD student to study "Somatotopic maps and their renormalisation in patients". The project will combine state-of-the art anatomical and functional MRI at 7 T and advanced data analysis methods. In particular, we aim to measure (a) the topographic organization of human somatosensory cortex (at the scale of a millimetre), (b) the relationship of these maps to columnar and laminar structures (which are fractions of a millimetre), and (c) how these structures are re-organized over time (plastically) in the brains of patients with sensory loss. Our group has recently been awarded a £690,000 collaborative MRC grant to develop this work using 7 T MRI, so the student will be able to benefit from our clinical and non-clinical collaborations at Nottingham, Liverpool, Gothenburg, Aix-Marseille, and North Carolina. Candidates should hold a degree in a relevant field such as neuroscience, psychology, physiology, physics, computer science or a related discipline. We are looking for a highly motivated individual with a general interest in sensory perception, attention and/or decision making. Candidates should have excellent quantitative skills, including a background in computing (preferably Matlab or C/C++), as well as mathematical and technical skills. Experience with neuroimaging, in particular acquisition and analysis of functional MRI data, is a plus. This is a 3-year funded position available from the 1st of September 2015 and the person appointed will be expected to start no later than 1st October 2015. Standard Research Council stipend rates will apply (£14,210 in 2015/16). Informal enquiries may be addressed to Dr Susan Francis, [Email: susan.francis(a)nottingham.ac.uk] or Dr Denis Schluppeck [Email: denis.schluppeck(a)nottingham.ac.uk]. Further details about the Sir Peter Mansfield Imaging Centre and the School of Psychology are available at: http://www.nottingham.ac.uk/psychology and http://www.nottingham.ac.uk/research/groups/spmic/ =================================================== 4. Location: School of Psychology, University of Kent, Canterbury Salary: £32,277 to £45,954 Hours: Full Time Contract Type: Permanent Closes: 21st June 2015 Are you passionate about cognitive psychology or cognitive neuroscience? Do you have the academic skills to challenge thinking, foster debate and develop the ability of students to engage in critical discourse and rational thinking? As a Lecturer in the School of Psychology, you will provide research, teaching, supervision and related administration to enhance the student experience in this subject area. This position is offered on an ongoing and full time basis. As Lecturer in Cognitive Psychology/Cognitive Neuroscience you will: -Undertake research both independently and collaboratively -Train and support students and colleagues in the use of specialist equipment, programming and analysis -Contribute to core teaching on the undergraduate and MSC Psychology programmes As Lecturer in Cognitive Psychology/Cognitive Neuroscience you will have: -A PhD in Psychology, Neuroscience or a cognate discipline -Successful completion of world-leading and internationally excellent research -Evidence of methodological expertise (e.g. TMS, EEG, eye-tracking) -Evidence of the ability to obtain competitive research grants from UK research councils/other international sources If you have the skills and experience we are looking for, this role provides a great opportunity to develop your academic career in a supportive and collegiate environment. School of Psychology The School of Psychology at the University of Kent is consistently rated in the top 20 of UK course providers. Based upon factors such as entry standards, student satisfaction, research assessment and graduate prospects, Psychology at Kent ranked 13th in the 2015 Complete University Guide, 14th in the 2015 Guardian University Guide, and 19th in the 2015 Sunday Times/Times Good University Guide. Our research has four key themes: cognition and neuroscience; developmental psychology; forensic psychology; and social psychology. In all these fields, we have an excellent record of attracting external research funding and postgraduate students and in recent years the School has won funding from the ERC, ESRC, MRC, Leverhulme Trust, British Academy, Nuffield Foundation, Department of Trade and Industry, Age UK, People United, the Higher Education Academy, the Big Lottery Fund, Department of Communities and Local Government, the Ministry of Justice, and HM Prison Service. For more details, and to apply, click here: https://www11.i-grasp.com/fe/tpl_kent01.asp?newms=jj&id=39101&aid=14243 =========================================== 5. One-year neuroimaging postdoc on learning and decision-making http://www.reading.ac.uk/about/jobs/about-job-details.aspx?vacancy_id=10465… -- Dr Anastasia Christakou Centre for Integrative Neuroscience & Neurodynamics School of Psychology & Clinical Language Sciences University of Reading anastasia.christakou.org ========================== 6. Two positions are available for Postdoctoral Fellows in the lab of Dr. Matilde Inglese, Department of Neurology at the Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai Hospital in New York city. The ideal candidates would hold a Ph.D. degree in Medical Physics, Biomedical Engineering, or a related field. These positions requires experience in the acquisition and analysis of structural/functional MRI data and/or MR spectroscopy data. Candidates should be highly motivated and interested in working in an interdisciplinary environment. Strong written and oral English communication skills are required. Details for each position can be found in the attached documents. Applicants should send a cover letter describing research experience and interests, as well as an up-to-date curriculum vitae, and contact information for three references to Matilde Inglese, M.D., Ph.D., by email: matilde.inglese(a)mssm.edu. Potential applicants can contact me during the OHBM meeting or by email (catarina.saiote(a)mssm.edu) to find out more about the role. Best, Catarina Saiote, PhD Postdoctoral Fellow Department of Neurology Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai Phone:212-824-9320 http://icahn.mssm.edu/research/labs/inglese-laboratory =============================== 7. Research Associate Position in Cambridge (UK) Applicants should have a PhD degree with a strong background in neuroimaging and neuroscience to join the Drug Addiction Research group on 1 October 2015 for at least 2 years. The group focuses on functional and structural brain abnormalities associated with the risk of and resilience to drug addiction, and the effects that chronic drug exposure has on the brain. Proficiency with Python, Matlab, or R languages, and other neuroimaging analysis software (e.g. FSL, AFNI, SPM, etc.) and experience with fMRI and DTI analyses are expected. In order to maximise the research outputs from the data, a demonstrated interest in researching, developing, applying and interpreting novel analysis methods is highly desirable. Closing date 15 June 2015 Start date 01 October 2015 Website http://www.jobs.cam.ac.uk/job/7027/ Salary £28,695-£37,394 Category Human Neuroimaging Research Reference Number RN06116 Informal enquiries may be directed to Dr Karen Ersche via email to ke220(a)cam.ac.uk. =================================== 8 Open position: Postdoctoral Research Associate in Computational Neuroimaging This is a two years position, renewable for longer term based upon performance and productivity. Review of applicants will begin on August 1st, 2015, and will continue until the position is filled. The successful candidate will contribute to research in the Computational Neuroanatomy and Neuroinformatics Lab (CNN Lab) of the Biomedical Engineering Department at New Jersey Institute of Technology. The Lab focuses on development and implementations of analytic and statistic models for providing quantitative biological criteria that help diagnosis of cognitive deficits, by integrating high-dimensional multi-modal neuroimaging, clinical and behavioral data and refined imaging analysis and multivariate machine learning techniques. The collaborative research team includes renowned quantitative and clinical scientists affiliated at New Jersey Institute of Technology, Rutgers University, Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai, City University of New York, and Albert Einstein College of Medicine. The multiple neuroimaging modalities involved in the lab includes structural MRI, DTI, task-based and resting-state fMRI and functional near-infrared spectroscopy (fNIRS). The study population greatly focuses on children with Attention Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD), Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD), Mood Disoder (MD), and Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI). Qualifications of candidate: A PhD degree in biomedical engineering, electrical and computer engineering, computer science, mathematics, statistics, computational neurosciences or a related quantitative field Research experiences in analyses of neuroimaging data collected from any of the following modalities: structural MRI, DTI, fMRI, fNIRS, and EEG/ERP Strong programming skills in any of the following languages: Matlab, C/C++, Python, Shell Scripts, R, SAS, and extensive knowledge on Unix/Linux operating systems Candidates with strong experience on machine learning, pattern classification, regression methods, or sparse representation are particularly encouraged to apply. Additional qualifications include ability to work well in a multidisciplinary, highly collaborative research team; interest in translational research between neuroscience, computational models, and clinical populations, and s strong record or potential for scholarly productivity. Contact: Please email your CV, statement of research interests and career goals, and copies of representative publications in a single PDF document to: Dr. Xiaobo Li Associate Professor of Biomedical Engineering Director of the Computational Neuroanatomy and Neuroinformatics Lab (CNN Lab) New Jersey Institute of Technology xiaobo.li(a)njit.edu ===================================================== 9. Open position: PhD student in Computational Neuroimaging Application Due: October 1st, 2015 Starting date: 2016 Spring Semester The successful candidate will contribute to research in the Computational Neuroanatomy and Neuroinformatics Lab (CNN Lab) of the Biomedical Engineering Department at New Jersey Institute of Technology. The Lab focuses on development and implementations of analytic and statistic models for providing quantitative biological criteria that help diagnosis of cognitive deficits, by integrating high-dimensional multi-modal neuroimaging, clinical and behavioral data and refined imaging analysis and multivariate machine learning techniques. The collaborative research team includes renowned quantitative and clinical scientists affiliated at New Jersey Institute of Technology, Rutgers University, Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai, City University of New York, and Albert Einstein College of Medicine. The multiple neuroimaging modalities involved in the lab includes structural MRI, DTI, task-based and resting-state fMRI and functional near-infrared spectroscopy (fNIRS). The study population greatly focuses on children with Attention Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD), Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD), Mood Disoder (MD), and Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI). Candidate Requirements: The candidate should have a Master’s degree in biomedical engineering, electrical and computer engineering, computer science, mathematics, physics, computational neurosciences or a related discipline. Expertise in brain imaging and/or programming is highly preferred. Tasks of the PhD student: To work in collaboration with clinical and engineering departments for the development and application of new methodologies; to analyze complex multi-modal and longitudinal neuroimaging and clinical data; to participate in MRI data acquisition, manuscripts writing. Programming Languages and Toolboxes employed in the lab: Matlab, C/C++, Python, Shell Scripts, R, SAS, FSL, FreeSurfer, SPM, AFNI, etc. Operating Systems employed in the lab: Linux based high performance parallel computing system. Contact: The candidature (Research Statement, CV, copies of the transcript and diploma) goes to: Dr. Xiaobo Li Associate Professor of Biomedical Engineering Director of the Computational Neuroanatomy and Neuroinformatics Lab (CNN Lab) New Jersey Institute of Technology xiaobo.li(a)njit.edu ====================================== 10. The Charitable Foundation P&K Pühringer together with the Universities of Zurich and Geneva is inviting applications for Ph.D. and postdoc positions to study the practical implications of neuroeconomic theory and the neuroscience of learning in investment and wealth management. We seek outstanding young researchers as of August 2015: • 2 Post Doctoral Fellows in Neuroeconomics with experience in neuroimaging and/or computational models of decision making • 1 PhD Student in Neuroeconomics • 1 Post Doctoral Fellow in data analysis and machine learning Successful applicants will have joint appointments at the Universities of Zurich or Geneva and the Asset Management company ZZ Vermögensberatung (Schweiz) AG in Vitznau, Switzerland. The positions will be located at the RIC in Vitznau which offers a unique combination of a strong financial investment group and state-of-the-art neuroscientific methodologies as well as close links to the cereneo neurorehabilitation clinic which is housed under the same roof. The latter focuses on the neural processes underlying learning and recovery after brain lesions. We offer: • For postdocs, 2 year appointment renewable upon good performance up to 5 years. • State of the art neuroimaging, including 3T Philips Ingenia MRI, brain stimulation lab, and more • The opportunity to develop application-driven research at the intersection of finance and neuroscience • Interdisciplinary research evironment including experts in finance, neuroscience and neurology as well as finance professionals • Workplace in an attractive environment, located in one of the most beautiful regions of Switzerland We expect: • Strong background in Neuroeconomics / Neurofinance and data analysis, respectively, with above average track record • Willingness for independent and interdisciplinary work in unconventional, creative ways • Good communication skills • Commitment to a multi-year research project allowing development of own research ideas Applications should include a letter of motivation, CV, list of publications (with key pubilcations marked) as well as the names and addresses (including email) of two references. Please send applications in electronic form to Kai.Lutz(a)cereneo.ch or in paper form to cereneo AG, Dr. Kai Lutz, Seestrasse 18, 6354 Vitznau, Switzerland. The deadline for application is July 15, 2015. Outstanding late applications may be considered. ================================= 11. We are looking for a PHD Student. Please read all détails : TEAM HOME Thematic : Neurosciences Team name: Institute for Memory and Alzheimer’s Disease Team Home Manager Supervisor Harald Hampel HAMPEL Harald(PU) Title of the research unit: : Institut du Cerveau et de la Moelle Épinière (ICM), INSERM Name of Director : Alexis Brice PROPOSED TOPIC Title : Structural, Functional and Effective Connectivity of AD Related Neural Networks Project : Applications are invited for a fully funded PhD position (3 years) at the Pierre and Marie Curie University (Université Pierre et Marie Curie (Paris 6), UPMC, Paris, France), at the Doctoral School of Brain, Cognition, Behavior (Ecole Doctorale Cerveau-Cognition-Comportement, “ED3C”). The UPMC, part of the Sorbonne Universities, is the leading University in France in the area of science, technology, and medicine and among the leading universities in the world. The scientific policy of the “ED3C” is strongly characterized by its multidisciplinary nature and its commitment towards both human sciences and mathematical disciplines. Objectives : The PhD will be involved in the investigation of structural, functional and effective connectivity of neural network models related to Alzheimer’s disease (AD), such as the limbic system (especially the hippocampal formation, the amygdala, and the entorhinal cortex) and the basal forebrain cholinergic system using both Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI) and functional Magnetic Resonance Imaging (fMRI) including advanced tractography methods. The associations between brain pathology and indices of functional and structural connectivity are expected to help our understanding of the role of specific neural networks and their connectivity in brain function in healthy aging and neurodegenerative disease. The PhD student will be involved in the study of the multi-modal nature of specific neural networks – both in the structural and the functional domains and how these two components interact with each other – along with the staging spectrum of AD (from preclinical to prodromal to dementia). To this aim, he/she will have access to different landmark clinical cohorts and datasets of patients including the INSIGHT, SOCRATES, and EDSD cohorts. The PhD student will be involved in the exploration of the various uses that structural and functional neuroimaging biomarkers can play in detecting, diagnosing, assessing treatment response and in investigating neurodegenerative diseases with a special emphasis on AD. The successful applicant will work under the supervision of the AXA Research Fund and UPMC Chair, Prof. Harald Hampel, located at the Institute for Memory and Alzheimer’s Disease (IM2A) and the Brain & Spine Institute (Institut du Cerveau et de la Moelle Épinière, ICM), Paris, the leading French Institute on brain research, centrally located within the Pitié-Salpêtrière University Hospital – Charles Foix. The Brain & Spine Institute (http://icm-institute.org/menu/actualites) is a widely renowned research centre of excellence of international dimensions. It brings together motivated scientists from various horizons and countries in order to develop innovative and cutting-edge research in the area of Neuroscience. Research teams work at the Brain & Spine Institute independently but are strictly interconnected through cross-disciplinary research programs (both basic and clinical), thus encouraging the amalgamation of different skills. The multidisciplinary approach to Neuroscience (Neurobiology, Neurochemistry, Neurogenetics, Neuropsychology as well as structural / functional / diffusion / molecular Neuroimaging) taken by the Brain & Spine Institute represents a vital and dynamic advance in research. Background There is growing evidence that brain activity supports complex cognitive function that occurs within large- scale brain networks rather than within single isolated brain regions. For the definition of connectivity of brain activity between brain regions, two major concepts have been applied (Horwitz, 2003). The first concept refers to functional connectivity, i.e., the correlation between neuronal changes within one brain region related to another (Friston, 1998). Functional connectivity has been applied to explore the correlative pattern of brain activity (Bokde et al., 2006; 2001). In contrast, effective connectivity refers to the causal influence of one brain region’s activity on another where that direction of influence can be explicitly modelled (Ramnani et al., 2004). Furthermore, global [rather than local] network properties may be characterized, using graph theory to describe the properties of a network’s architecture in terms of efficiency or connectedness (Bullmore & Sporns, 2009). In recent years, more and more centers have successfully begun employing formal network analyses as biomarkers of neurodegenerative diseases (Hampel et al., 2014; 2012; Horwitz & Rowe, 2011). Actually, current understanding of the effects of focal damage on neural networks is rudimentary, even though such understanding could provide greater insight into important neurological and neurodegenerative diseases (Bokde et al., 2008; 2006). AD is characterized by early, non-linear dynamic, chronically progressive cellular and molecular2 mechanisms (protein misfolding) leading to neurodegeneration that translates clinically into multi-domain cognitive and behavioral decline, psychopathological disturbances with subsequent loss of function to perform day-to-day tasks and ultimately total loss of independence. Findings derived from neuroimaging studies of both the structural and functional organization of the human brain have led to the widely supported hypothesis that neural networks of temporally coordinated brain activity across different regional brain structures underpin cognitive function. Thus, a failure of the regions of a network to interact at a high level of coordination may underpin progressive cognitive decline which is present in AD (Bokde et al., 2009). The breakdown of network function may be due to interaction failure among the regions of a network, which is denoted the disconnection hypothesis (Friston, 1998). In other words, a disruption in the temporal- spatially coordinated activity among different regions in the brain rather than isolated changes in specific brain regions may underlie cognitive impairment in AD. The breakdown is thought to be due to progressive AD pathophysiology with underlying molecular mechanisms leading downstream to neuronal and synaptic dysfunction and ultimately to neuronal loss. Such AD-characteristic structural and functional alterations are hypothesized to reflect at least partially the progressive impairment of fiber tract connectivity and integrity (Stoub et al., 2006; Morrison & Hof, 2002), suggesting that the disconnection in AD is evident at both the functional and structural level. Notably, the multi-modal nature of networks should be examined, i.e., both the structural and functional components that define a network. Given the substantial changes that the brain undergoes with the presence of AD-related pathophysiology, these alterations will manifest themselves not only in the functional and structural modules but also in how the changes in the two domains interact with one another (Teipel et al., 2007a). Neuroimaging biomarkers will need to be developed and analyzed crossectionally and longitudinally in terms of underlying brain networks rather than in terms of individual regions (Horwitz & Rowe, 2011). Overall, the current discussion on AD argues that it presents in part a dynamically progressive structural, functional and metabolic disconnection syndrome that may undergo distinct stages from potentially reversible adaptation to functional compensation to irreversible decompensation. Studies using fMRI (Bokde et al., 2008; 2006) and electroencephalography (Jelles et al., 2008; Babiloni et al., 2006) demonstrate that synchronicity of brain activity is altered in AD and correlates with cognitive deficits. Moreover, recent advances in diffusion tensor imaging (DTI) to examine white matter microstructural changes have made it possible to track axonal projections across the brain, revealing substantial regional impairment in fiber-tract integrity in AD (Teipel et al., 2011; Teipel et al. 2007b). This work will substantially help develop biomarkers for early detection, prediction and progression of AD and will support the discovery and validation of markers that map the effects of disease modifying therapies on the brain, ultimately providing much needed surrogate biological markers. Key references Horwitz B. (2003). Neuroimage 19:466–470. Friston KJ. (1998). Schizophr Res 30:115–125. Bokde ALW et al. (2006). Brain 129:1113–1124. Bokde ALW et al. (2001). Neuron 30:609–617. Ramnani N. et al. (2004). Biol Psychiatry 56:613–619. Bullmore E & Sporns O (2009). Nat Rev Neurosci 10:186–198. Hampel et al. (2014) Biochem Pharmacol 88:426-449. Hampel et al. (2012) Alzheimers Dement 8:312-336. Horwitz B & Rowe JB (2011). Prog Neurobiol 95:505-509. Bokde ALW. et al. (2008). Psychiatr Res Neuroimaging 163:248 259. Bokde ALW et al. (2009). Prog Neurobiol 89:125–133 Stoub TR et al. (2006). Proc Natl Acad Sci USA 103:10041–10045. Morrison JH & Hof PR (2002). Prog Brain Res 136:467–486. Teipel SJ et al. (2007a). Brain 130:1745–1758. Jelles B et al. (2008). Clin Neurophysiol 119:837–841. Babiloni et al. (2006). Brain Res Bull 69:63–73. Teipel SJ et al. (2011) Hum Brain Mapp 32:1349-1362. Teipel SJ et al. (2007b). Neuroimage 34:985–995. Requirements The ideal candidate is expected to have a robust academic and science background. A preference will be given to students with profound knowledge in neuroscience, neuroimaging data analysis, applied mathematics, biostatistics, or computer science at the master’s level. Candidates demonstrating competencies on structural and functional MRI methods, knowledge and experience with MRI-related data analysis packages (SPM, Matlab, Freesurfer, AFNI), statistical softwares (e.g., SPSS or R), and programming skills (e.g., MATLAB, Python, C++) will have a strong advantage. The candidate has to be fluent both in written and spoken English. The position is expected to begin in October 2015. Applications should include a full Curriculum Vitae and a Cover Letter detailing the applicant’s interest and motivation for this position. Two letters of academic reference, assessing the applicant’s skills, research and learning potential, ability to team work and personality, should be sent independently by the referees. Applications together with all documents, including reference letters, should be submitted electronically to: e.mirassou-ihu(a)icm-institute.org with reference to “PhD position" in the E-mail header. Applications must be received within the 30th of June 2015. Best, -- Elodie Mirassou Assistante du Professeur Harald Hampel, MD, PhD, MA, MSc AXA Research Fund & UPMC Chair Sorbonne Universities Université Pierre et Marie Curie - Paris 6 Institut de la Mémoire et de la Maladie d’Alzheimer & Institut du Cerveau et de la Moelle épinière (ICM) Département de Neurologie Pavillon François Lhermitte Hôpital Pitié Salpêtrière 47 Boulevard de l’hôpital 75651 Paris CEDEX 13 Phone: + 33 (0) 1 42 16 75 21 (office) Email: e.mirassou-ihu(a)icm-institute.org -- Elodie Mirassou Assistante du Professeur Harald Hampel, MD, PhD, MA, MSc AXA Research Fund & UPMC Chair Sorbonne Universities Université Pierre et Marie Curie - Paris 6 Institut de la Mémoire et de la Maladie d’Alzheimer & Institut du Cerveau et de la Moelle épinière (ICM) Département de Neurologie Pavillon François Lhermitte Hôpital Pitié Salpêtrière 47 Boulevard de l’hôpital 75651 Paris CEDEX 13 Phone: + 33 (0) 1 42 16 75 21 (office) Mobile: + 33 (0) 6 95 51 63 55 Email: e.mirassou-ihu(a)icm-institute.org Email : mirassou.elodie(a)gmail.com =========================================== 12. Research /Postdoctoral position Full-Time Regular Position (1.0 FTE) Start Date: July 1 (negotiable)- Located in Eugene, Oregon Description of Project: Relation of Consummatory and Anticipatory Food Reward to Obesity (Project Milkshake) and An fMRI Test of the Dynamic Vulnerability Model of Obesity: Risk Factor Plasticity (The Chocolate Study) Purpose of Position: The Research /Postdoc will participate as an active partner in conceptualizing, designing, and planning neuroimaging research projects. Participate in ongoing decisions regarding design, data analysis, data collection, and methodology. Conceptualize and perform pre-processing and analysis of fMRI data. Assist with running fMRI scans. Act as co-author or may take a lead role on research publications. Prepare and present findings at conferences. Suggest, plan, and implement pilot studies. Collaborate with researchers from other institutions. Position Requirements: I Knowledge, skills and abilities: Demonstrated knowledge of procedures and protocols for conducting all aspects of fMRI research projects. Must have a thorough knowledge of the extant literature in fMRI research. Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively in writing, as shown by having published articles in professional journals. Ability to supervise the work of other research staff. Excellent oral and written communication skills, including public speaking. Ability to work effectively with diverse people of racial, cultural and ethnic backgrounds valued. Must have good interpersonal skills. Demonstrated grant writing ability desirable. Must be able to work flexible hours and/or increase hours during critical phases of a project. II Experience and training: Ph.D. in social or behavioral science with four (4) years of increasingly responsible research experience with neuroimaging and neuroimaging analysis, or any equivalent combination of education and experience which provide the applicant with the knowledge, skill, and ability to perform the job. Experience in the preparation of manuscripts for publication. Working knowledge of statistical procedures and program packages to perform fMRI preprocessing and data analysis. Experience working with individuals from diverse cultural, ethnic and racial backgrounds valued. III Personal traits and characteristics: Must be able to work effectively with others, value working in a collaborative environment. Successful candidates will be reliable, able to meet project obligations, and have good self-management skills that enable them to accomplish activities within project time constraints. Must be able to interact comfortably with individuals from different socioeconomic classes and cultures. Must be discreet and willing to adhere to the principals of confidentiality governing research work and the ORI computer acceptable use policy. Apply at http://ori.applicantpool.com/jobs/ Visit our website at http://www.ori.org/ ============================================

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YNiC seminar 25th June
by rem 22 Jun '15

22 Jun '15

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

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PhDs & jobs
by Gary Green 12 Jun '15

12 Jun '15

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

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

11 Jun '15

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

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YNiC seminar postponed
by rem 11 Jun '15

11 Jun '15

Dear Users Rachel Woodall's project presentation, which was scheduled for this afternoon, has been postponed. 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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