20 Dec
2013
20 Dec
'13
10:33 a.m.
We are looking to fill a postdoctoral position in early 2014 to study
neuroimaging in motor neuron disorders in the intramural program of the
National Institute of Neurological Disorders and Stroke (NINDS) at the
National Institutes of Health in Bethesda, Maryland, USA.
Our group has been working on identifying imaging biomarkers for
progression of degeneration in motor neuron disease. We utilize several
MRI modalities including diffusion tensor imaging, volumetric analysis,
and functional magnetic resonance imaging. We recently began a
longitudinal study of persons with a genetic mutation that can cause
amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS) or frontotemporal dementia (FTD).
Quantitative MRI imaging is used to explore and document progression.
Within this study, there will be opportunities to develop individual
exploratory imaging projects. All MRI studies are carried out in the NMR
center, a dedicated research facility at the NIH.
To be eligible for this position, you must be within 5 years of
receiving your doctoral degree (MD or PhD). Applicants must have
excellent communication skills, and an ability to work in a team as well
as independently. A variety of imaging analysis programs are used in the
lab, some of which use Linux or Matlab command line language. Experience
in quantitative magnetic resonance imaging analysis methods or relevant
fields is a plus. The initial appointment will be for 2 years, with the
possibility of extension. Salary will follow the NIH guidelines for
intramural research training awards
(www.training.nih.gov/programs/postdoc_irp<http://www.training.nih.gov/pr…)p>).
If you are interested, please send a letter and your c.v. to Dr. Mary
Kay Floeter, floeterm@ninds.nih.gov<mailto:floeterm@ninds.nih.gov>
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Mary Kay Floeter MD PhD
Senior Clinician, OCD, NINDS, NIH
Bld 10 CRC Room 6-5742
Bethesda MD 20892-1404
floeterm@mail.nih.gov<mailto:floeterm@mail.nih.gov>
ph 301-496-7428
fax 301-402-8796