Please see below an advert for a
post-doctoral position that may be of some interest to
subscribers.
Kind regards.
2 year full
time Post-Doctoral Research Assistant position using MRI and
TMS to investigate parietal and cerebellar control of
reaching and grasping in developmental coordination
disorder.
We are
seeking to appoint a talented Postdoctoral Researcher to work
on an MRC-funded project to understand the roles of the
cerebellum and parietal cortex in hand-eye coordination in
children and adults.
You will
recruit and test adults for magnetic resonance imaging (MRI)
and transcranial magnetic stimulation (TMS) experiments. You
will also test a large number of children aged 8-10 years in
MRI experiments. Many of these children will have
developmental disabilities. An enthusiasm for and sensitivity
in working with children is essential.
Much of your
time will be spent collecting and analysing MRI data
(including strucural, diffision, spectroscopic, and functional
data), and preparing data for scientific dissemination through
seminars, conferences, and publications.
The post will
provide excellent advanced training and experience for those
interested in developmental psychology, developmental
neuroscience, and human motor control.
You will
have:
- A
first degree (2:i, 1st, or equivalent) in neuroscience or
related discipline
- A
PhD in neuroscience or related discipline
-
Substantial neuroimaging research experience, including DTI or
MRS
-
Excellent interpersonal skills, particularly with children
-
Excellent writing and analytic and programming skills
- A
strong ability to work both independently and as part of a
team
-
Clearance
to work with children from the DBS
Informal
contact details
Contact role:
PI on MRC grant
Contact name:
Nicholas P Holmes
Contact
phone: +44 (0)118 378 5543
Contact
email:
n.p.holmes@reading.ac.uk
To apply
formally please visit
www.reading.ac.uk/jobs