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1. *** Lab Manager Position available at the Morality Lab at Boston College *** The Morality Lab at Boston College (http://moralitylab.bc.edu/) is looking for a full-time lab manager to begin work Spring/Summer 2015. We are looking for applicants who have prior experience with computer programming (e.g., MATLAB, Psychtoolbox, python, java) or are confident that they can learn on their own. We are also looking for applicants who are independent, passionate about science, and enjoy working with others. Prior research experience, including familiarity with experimental design and statistics, particularly in neuroscience, is a major plus. Current approaches in our lab include fMRI, TMS, eye-tracking, studying patient populations, and behavioral testing. Some examples of current research topics include social cognition for competition versus cooperation, the distinct functions of moral norms, the representation of moral beliefs versus factual beliefs and opinions, and the role of episodic simulation and memory in prosocial behavior. Please email Liane Young (liane.young(a)bc.edu) with the following information if you are interested in applying: (1) CV, (2) cover letter with contact information for three references. Please include in your application a brief description of your computer skills and ability to learn new software tools quickly as well as your interests in psychology and/or neuroscience. Applications received by May 11 will receive full consideration, and review of applications will continue until the position is filled. 2. Call for applications – PhD or postdoc position Neurobiological basis of processing vocal emotions in unipolar and bipolar depression Project description: Aim of the project it to understand the causes of depression with the help of “genetic imaging”. The successful applicant will work at the interface of clinical medicine (University Hospital for Psychiatry and Psychotherapy Tübingen) and basic science (Department of Biomedical Magnetic Resonance, Research Group of Molecular Psychiatry). Therefore, he or she should have experience both in communication with patients and in data acquisition and analysis. Sound knowledge of the German language is crucial for recruiting patients and test persons as well as their support during examinations. First experiences with functional imaging and analysis (with SPM, FSL, MATLAB) are of advantage, but not a pre-requisite. The position is initially limited to 3 years, a prolongation in the framework of the “Facharztausbildung” with part-time scientific activities is possible due to the tight connection with the University Hospital for Psychiatry and Psychotherapy. For more information, please contact Thomas Ethofer, PD Dr. med. Department of Biomedical Magnetic Resonance & University Hospital for Psychiatry and Psychotherapy Tübingen Thomas.Ethofer(a)med.uni-tuebingen.de 3. *Research Assistant II (Non-Clinical) Position * *Primary responsibilities include: * - Conducts research data activities, under general direction of a Principal Investigator and/or Senior Research staff. - Ability to assist in analyzing research data using specific Neuroimaging programs and/or soft wares (Freesurfer, SPM, FSL). - Assists in the maintenance of a pre-existing relational database management system. - Maintains accurate and timely records to include notebooks, records, databases, etc. as needed by the research project. - Maintains adequate level of lab supplies to assure timely achievement of lab activities. - Monitors laboratory and/or other supplies to ensure sufficient inventory to support research projects. - Stays abreast of new and updated protocols for research department. - As needed, coordinates the work of laboratory technicians, support staff and other assistants to ensure efficient, timely and high quality results. Answers questions or resolves problems regarding routine or more complex duties. - Complies with all governmental and University policies, rules, regulation and codes. - May participate in continuing education programs, workshops and seminars. - Performs other duties as assigned. Bachelor's degree with a minimum of one year related experience or relevant experience in lieu of education. Depending on project(s) bilingual (English/Spanish) skills may be required. Depending on project(s), Certification for Protection of Human Research Subjects may be required or must be complete within 5 days of employment. Experience with UNIX Operating systems (e.g., Linux) with low-level programming language (C or C++) and knowledge of MATLAB and/or Python, a plus. Working environment with emphasis on computerized research data preferred. *To apply - follow this link :- jobs.uth.tmc.edu/applicants/Central?quickFind=103616 <http://jobs.uth.tmc.edu/applicants/Central?quickFind=103616> 4. *Applications are invited for a fully funded PhD position (3 years) in the Department of Psychology at Durham University. The successful applicant will work with Paige Scalf in the Centre for Vision and Visual Cognition (CVVC) on the neural processes underlying vision, attention and working memory employing combinations of research methods and tools from psychology, neuroscience and functional neuroimaging (fMRI).

 The Department of Psychology and CVVC offer an exciting and friendly multidisciplinary research environment with ample opportunities for training and collaboration. The centre has access to excellent technical facilities including a 0T and 3T MRI scanner, as well as laboratories for brain stimulation (TMS, tdCS), motion analysis systems, behavioural experiments and eye-tracking. Dr Scalf has expertise in ultra-high resolution fMRI and time-resolved fMRI methodology. 

The candidate is expected to have a strong academic background. A preference is given to students with a background in psychology, neuroscience, math or computer science at the master’s level. Candidates who have knowledge of fMRI analysis packages (SPM, Matlab, Freesurfer, AFNI), statistical software (e.g., R or Stata) and programming skills (e.g.,python, C++, matlab ) will have a strong advantage. 

Applications are welcome from students who are eligible for EU fee rates (UK, EU nationals). The position is expected to begin in October 2015.

Applications should include a curriculum vitae and a cover letter. Three letters of academic reference, assessing the applicant’s research potential and personality, should be sent independently by the referees.
 
Applications should be submitted electronically and all material, including reference letters, be sent to’psychology.office(a)durham.ac.uk <mailto:psychology.office@durham.ac.uk>’ with reference to “PhD position vision/attention" in the e-mail header.

Applications must be received by May 30^th 2015. 

Informal inquiries can be sent via email to Paige Scalf, paige.scalf(a)durham.ac.uk <mailto:paige.scalf@durham.ac.uk> http://scalflab.wix.com/visualcognitionlab https://www.dur.ac.uk/cvvc/research/ https://www.dur.ac.uk/cnru/ https://www.dur.ac.uk/psychology/research/neuroimagingcentre/