Dear colleagues here are some recently advertised and emailed positions ------------------ 1. Neuroimaging of Human Auditory Cognition and Communication There are 2 PhD positions and 1 PostDoc available at the Department of Psychology of the University of Zürich (Switzerland). Please see the attached documents for more information on the positions. Application deadline is May 27th 2015. Starting date for the positions is September 2015 or later. Potential candidates are supposed to work on a project about the neural basis of auditory cognition and (nonverbal) auditory communication. The project and the positions are funded by the Swiss National Science Foundation (SNSF), and the salary level is according to the guidelines of the SNSF. The University of Zürich provides an excellent research environment at the Department of Psychology (www.psychology.uzh.ch/index.html) as well as a multidisciplinary and interactive neuroimaging environment in the Neuroscience Center Zürich (www.neuroscience.ethz.ch) that also includes research dedicated brain imaging facilities. Applications and informal inquiries about the positions should be sent to Dr. Sascha Frühholz (sascha.fruehholz(a)unige.ch). --------------------- 2. PhD Studentship: Multi-Modal Magnetic Resonance Imaging for Single Subject Assessment in Traumatic Brain Injury University of Cambridge – Division of Anaesthesia, School of Clinical Medicine Qualification type: PhD Location: Cambridge, UK Funding for: UK students, EU students Funding amount available: University fees of £7362 + maintenance grant of £14,057 per year Hours: Full Time Lead supervisor: Professor David Menon Project duration: 3 years, extendable to 4 years Closing date: 21st May 2015 Details can also be found at http://www.findaphd.com/search/ProjectDetails.aspx?PJID=63235&LID=2623 Project Description An exciting opportunity has arisen for a PhD student to work in Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI) research at the Division of Anaesthesia, University of Cambridge. The research will focus on development of methods for single-subject assessment in mild and severe Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI) patients, using multi-modal MRI data (including structural MRI, diffusion weighted imaging and functional resting state). The successful candidate will also apply the methods developed to the data currently being acquired as part of the large multi-centre study CENTER-TBI (www.center-tbi.eu/). Each patient will be scanned on several occasions (ranging from the acute phase up to several months to years post injury). The main aim of this project is to develop and optimise methods for the analysis of multi-centre multi-modal MRI data, with a particular view to obtain metrics at the single-subject level which are able to predict patient recovery and outcome. During this project, the successful candidate will therefore develop experience in a broad range of MRI techniques, while working at the interface between the clinical environment and the biophysical sciences. Person Specification We are looking for a highly motivated person with a strong interest in research in clinical imaging. It is desirable that the applicant holds a Master’s Degree in Neuroimaging, Medical Physics, Biomedical Engineering, or equivalent. However, applications from students with a background in Computer Sciences, Physics, Applied Mathematics, Neuroscience and Medicine are also highly encouraged, as long as they have demonstrable experience with one or more relevant programming languages. Previous experience with analysis of MRI data will also be an advantage. How to apply Interested candidates should submit a CV (max two A4 pages) and a covering letter (max one A4 page) that describes their background/research interests, and how they fit in with the current project, which should be sent to Mrs Jane Miller (jm540(a)cam.ac.uk), along with contact details of two academic references. Shortlisted candidates will have the opportunity to discuss the post and project with senior researchers in the group, and will have a face-to-face or telephone interview prior to appointment. The Division of Anaesthesia will contribute to reimbursing travel costs for shortlisted applicants invited for interview, up to a maximum of £100. Applicants from outside the European Union who wish to apply for this studentship are welcome to do so, but may need to make independent arrangements for funding the increased University fees that would be applicable. ----------------------- 3. 1 Postdoc and 4 PhD positions, Aarhus University, DK Ph.d.: http://cfin.au.dk/news-events/news/show/artikel/phd-positions-at-the-new-ce… Postdoc: http://cfin.au.dk/news-events/news/show/artikel/postdoc-position-examining-… The Danish National Research Foundation’s Center for Music In the Brain (MIB) is an interdisciplinary research center at AU and the Royal Academy of Music, Aarhus/Aalborg, Denmark (RAMA) aiming at addressing the dual questions of how music is processed in the brain and how this can inform our understanding of the fundamental principles behind brain functioning in general. With a strong foundation in music practice and theory at the highest level and a focus on clinical application of music, MIB combines neuroscientific, musicological and psychological research in music perception, action, emotion and learning with the potential to test the most prominent theories of brain function and to influence the way we play, teach, use and listen to music. MIB is headed by Professor Peter Vuust and the center is organized around four research topics: Perception, led by Lauren Stewart (PI): centered around music perception and cognition Action, led by Peter Vuust (PI, Director): centered around the processing of musical rhythms and the interaction between rhythm and motor behavior Emotion, led by Morten Kringelbach (PI): centered around the relationship between music and emotions, and how and why music brings pleasure Learning, led by Elvira Brattico (PI): centered around the effect of music training, expertise and individual traits Peter Vuust Director of Center for Music In the Brain (MIB) Professor at the Dept. of Clinical Medicine, Aarhus University (AU) Professor at the Royal Academy of Music, Aarhus/Aalborg, Denmark (RAMA) PhD. Neuroscience MSc. math, french and music Bassist and composer ph: (+45) 78 46 16 17, (+45) 72 26 74 66, mobile: (+45) 2711 9471 mail: pv(a)pet.auh.dk www.petervuust.dk www.mib.au.dk http://person.au.dk/pv@pet.auh.dk http://www.facebook.com/pages/Peter-Vuust/488121931206847 www.myspace.com/petervuust --------------------------- 5. Phd position available here you may find a list of available PhD positions in the Istituto Italiano di Tecnologia (Genova headquarter) http://www.iit.it/images/phd-xxxi/RES.THEMES.COGNIROB.INTER.pdf I would like to enlight position number 5 which will strongly involve EEG, matched with EMG and Motion Capture. further info can be found here http://www.iit.it/en/openings/phd-calls/ http://www.studenti.unige.it/postlaurea/dottorati/XXXI/ENG/ we specifically look for people with a strong mathematical and programming background. Expertise in connectivity analysis will represent an appreciated plus. best Eng. Alberto Inuggi Postdoc researcher Department of Robotics, Brain and Cognitive Sciences Fondazione Istituto Italiano di Tecnologia via Morego 30, 16100, Genova, Italy Tel: +39 010 71781254 Fax: +39 010 7170817 ------------------------------ 6. PhD position 3 year, Action on Hearing Loss (AoHL) – funded, PhD studentship in auditory cognitive neuroscience is available at the UCL Ear Institute. The student will be supervised by Dr. Maria Chait and Dr. Debi Vickers. The project will use psychophysics, eye tracking, and EEG functional brain imaging to investigate auditory scene analysis capabilities in normal and hearing-impaired listeners. The UCL Ear Institute provides state-of-the-art research facilities across a wide range of disciplines and is one of the foremost centres for hearing, speech and language-related research within Europe. More info about the work in Chait lab can be found here: https://www.ucl.ac.uk/ear/research/chaitlab Key Requirements Applicants should have a UK/EU nationality and a 1St class, or upper 2nd degree in a relevant discipline (e.g. Audiology,Psychology, Neuroscience, Engineering). Previous experience with auditory research, signal processing and/or acoustics is desirable. For an informal discussion, or to submit an application please contact Dr. Maria Chait (m.chait(a)ucl.ac.uk). Applicants should submit a supporting statement, a CV, and the details of two academic referees. The studentship includes fees and a yearly stipend at the standard UCL rate (about £16000; tax free). Application deadline: 12 June 2015 Maria Chait PhD m.chait(a)ucl.ac.uk Reader in Auditory Cognitive Neuroscience Lab site: http://www.ucl.ac.uk/ear/research/chaitlab/ UCL Ear Institute 332 Gray's Inn Road London WC1X 8EE ------------------------------------- 7. PhD Cambridge PhD Studentship: Multi-Modal Magnetic Resonance Imaging for Single Subject Assessment in Traumatic Brain Injury University of Cambridge – Division of Anaesthesia, School of Clinical Medicine Qualification type: PhD Location: Cambridge, UK Funding for: UK students, EU students Funding amount available: University fees of £7362 + maintenance grant of £14,057 per year Hours: Full Time Lead supervisor: Professor David Menon Project duration: 3 years, extendable to 4 years Closing date: 21st May 2015 Details can also be found at http://www.findaphd.com/search/ProjectDetails.aspx?PJID=63235&LID=2623 Project Description An exciting opportunity has arisen for a PhD student to work in Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI) research at the Division of Anaesthesia, University of Cambridge. The research will focus on development of methods for single-subject assessment in mild and severe Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI) patients, using multi-modal MRI data (including structural MRI, diffusion weighted imaging and functional resting state). The successful candidate will also apply the methods developed to the data currently being acquired as part of the large multi-centre study CENTER-TBI (www.center-tbi.eu/). Each patient will be scanned on several occasions (ranging from the acute phase up to several months to years post injury). The main aim of this project is to develop and optimise methods for the analysis of multi-centre multi-modal MRI data, with a particular view to obtain metrics at the single-subject level which are able to predict patient recovery and outcome. During this project, the successful candidate will therefore develop experience in a broad range of MRI techniques, while working at the interface between the clinical environment and the biophysical sciences. Person Specification We are looking for a highly motivated person with a strong interest in research in clinical imaging. It is desirable that the applicant holds a Master’s Degree in Neuroimaging, Medical Physics, Biomedical Engineering, or equivalent. However, applications from students with a background in Computer Sciences, Physics, Applied Mathematics, Neuroscience and Medicine are also highly encouraged, as long as they have demonstrable experience with one or more relevant programming languages. Previous experience with analysis of MRI data will also be an advantage. How to apply Interested candidates should submit a CV (max two A4 pages) and a covering letter (max one A4 page) that describes their background/research interests, and how they fit in with the current project, which should be sent to Mrs Jane Miller (jm540(a)cam.ac.uk), along with contact details of two academic references. Shortlisted candidates will have the opportunity to discuss the post and project with senior researchers in the group, and will have a face-to-face or telephone interview prior to appointment. The Division of Anaesthesia will contribute to reimbursing travel costs for shortlisted applicants invited for interview, up to a maximum of £100. Applicants from outside the European Union who wish to apply for this studentship are welcome to do so, but may need to make independent arrangements for funding the increased University fees that would be applicable. ------------------- 8. Twelve Early Stage Researcher positions ********** Twelve Early Stage Researcher positions: Understanding and predicting developmental language abilities and disorders in multilingual Europe (PredictAble) The Marie Skłodowska-Curie Actions (MSCA) Innovative Training Networks (ITN) “PredictAble” invites applications for twelve positions for Early Stage Researchers (ESRs), available from September 1st, 2015. The network studies the cognitive mechanisms that underlie typical and atypical development of spoken and written language taking a cross-linguistic perspective with a unique and novel combination of cutting-edge approaches and techniques for studying mono- and bilingual children (http://www.uni-potsdam.de/predictable). Collaborating partners are the University of Potsdam (Germany), CNRS-Université Paris Descartes (France), University of Jyväskylä (Finland), University Pompeu Fabra (Barcelona, Spain), and NIRx Medizintechnik GmbH (Berlin, Germany). 12 POSITIONS ESR1: Development of continuous speech tracking and speech production in typical and language delayed children. University of Jyväskylä (supervisor: Hämäläinen) More information: http://www.uni-potsdam.de/predictable/job-openings ESRs 2 and 3: Perception of relevant acoustic cues in early talkers, on-time talkers and late talkers – electrophysiological and hemodynamic markers of underlying mechanisms: evidence from German (ESR 2) and French (ESR 3) University of Potsdam (ESR2, supervisor: Wartenburger); Université Paris Descartes (ESR3, supervisor: Gervain) More information: http://www.uni-potsdam.de/predictable/job-openings ESR4: Multilingual exposure and development of early phonology Universitat Pompeu Fabra, Barcelona (supervisor: Sebastian-Galles) More information: http://www.uni-potsdam.de/predictable/job-openings ESR5: Relations between spoken language and reading acquisition in children with or without risk for dyslexia. University of Potsdam (supervisor: Noiray) More information: http://www.uni-potsdam.de/predictable/job-openings ESRs 6, 7, and 8: Phonological, morphological and lexical effects on word learning in children with low and high vocabulary: Evidence from German (ESR6), French (ESR7), and Hungarian (ESR8) University of Potsdam (ESR6, supervisor: Höhle); Université Paris Descartes (ESR7, supervisor: Nazzi); Université Paris Descartes (ESR8, supervisor: Gervain) More information: http://www.uni-potsdam.de/predictable/job-openings ESR9: Multilingual exposure and integration of cross-modal information: Consequences for language and social development Universitat Pompeu Fabra, Barcelona (supervisor: Sebastian-Galles) More information: http://www.uni-potsdam.de/predictable/job-openings ESR10: Strategies of early word acquisition in different linguistic populations Universitat Pompeu Fabra, Barcelona (supervisor: Bonatti) More information: http://www.uni-potsdam.de/predictable/job-openings ESR11: Neurocognitive development of phonology, word recognition and reading in children with or without risk for dyslexia. University of Jyväskylä (supervisor: Leppänen) More information: http://www.uni-potsdam.de/predictable/job-openings ESR15: Neural processes of word recognition and reading fluency in children with dyslexia and comorbid ADHD. University of Jyväskylä (supervisor: Leppänen) More information: http://www.uni-potsdam.de/predictable/job-openings GENERAL INFORMATION, relevant for all positions: http://www.uni-potsdam.de/predictable/job-openings/requirements.html Positions are now open, and will be filled as soon as possible. Applications will be accepted until the positions are filled. If you are applying to more than one position, please provide a ranking of your preferences. For more information see http://www.uni-potsdam.de/predictable/job-openings/how-to-apply.html. --------------------- Judit Gervain Laboratoire Psychologie de la Perception UMR 8158 CNRS-Paris Descartes 45 rue des Saints-Pères, Paris, 75006, France +33142862197 (office) judit.gervain(a)parisdescartes.fr https://sites.google.com/site/juditgervain/ ----------------------- 9. Postdoc Postdoctoral position in cognitive neuroscience. For more information, follow the link. https://www.webcruiter.no/wcmain/advertviewpublic.aspx?oppdragsnr=258738880… Pål G. Larsson M.D., PhD. Head of Clinical Neurophysiology Department of Neurosurgery Division of Surgery and Clinical Neuroscience Oslo University Hospital Po.box 4950 Nydalen 0424 Oslo Norway Tel: (+47) 23074407 Mobile: (+47) 93429791 E-mail: pall(a)ous-hf.no --------------------------- 10. Postdoctoral position to study audiovisual perception of speech A postdoctoral position is available in the laboratory of Antoine (Tony) Shahin at the UC-Davis Center for Mind & Brain. The position is funded by an NIH grant that uses psychophysics, EEG and fMRI to examine the neural underpinnings of audiovisual speech perception in adverse listening situations. We are seeking an individual with a PhD, who has a background in auditory an or visual perception and neurophysiology. The candidate should have experience with EEG acquisition, analysis and signal processing. Also, programming experience using Matlab is required. Salary will be set according to the NIH postdoc scale. The position starts on September 1, 2015, however, the start date can be negotiable. Preference will be given to U.S. Citizens and Permanent Residents, but well qualified international applicants will also be considered. The UC Davis Center for Mind & Brain is an interdisciplinary research center devoted to perceptual and cognitive neuroscience research, and is located 2 miles off campus in a beautiful new building with state-of-the-art facilities (see http://mindbrain.ucdavis.edu/). Davis is a vibrant college town located approximately 20 minutes from Sacramento and approximately 90 minutes from the Bay Area. To apply, send a letter addressed to Tony Shahin, describing your background and interests, a CV, PDFs of publications, and at least two letters of recommendation to audneurophys(a)gmail.com. Tony Shahin PhD UC Davis Center for Mind and Brain Tel: (530) 297 - 4407 Fax: (530) 297-4400 ------------------------ 11. Research assistant position available at UC-Davis MIND Institute We are recruiting for the position of Core Manager for the NeuroBehavioral Analysis Core (NBAC) of the UC Davis MIND Institute's NICHD-funded Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities Research Center (IDDRC). The incumbent of this position will manage the NBAC by working closely with the NBAC Director (Tony Simon) and Co-Directors (Steve Luck and David Hessl) in the development and delivery of services to IDDC users. Specifically, these involve the deployment of cognitive neuroscience techniques to enhance investigators’ characterizations of the research participants with intellectual and developmental disabilities. The core manager will also survey existing and potential nbac users about desired experimental cognitive paradigms and related behavioral measurement instruments that need to be developed. Therefore, experience in constructing, adapting and using experimental cognitive paradigms that are run using sysems such as e-prime, presentation or matlab is required. The core manager will train NBAC users on the services provided and help to develop a request, usage and tracking system to monitor usage. Specifically, in complement to the more diagnostic activities carried out by the IDDRC’s Clinical Translational Core, the NBAC will deliver enhanced endophenotyping services including cognitive testing with experimental cognitive paradigms, specialized versions of standardized tests and with technologies such as eye tracking, electrophysiology and functional neuroimaging with event related potentials (ERPs). The NBAC manager will need to have knowledge of these methods, many of which are found in cognitive neuroscience labs, in order to be effective in the development, training and delivery of services. The position is open with potential for immediate start date. Salary will be commensurate with experience with likely appointment as a Staff Research Associate. Initial inquiries, including a resume and at least one letter of recommendation, can be sent Tony Simon (tjsimon(a)ucdavis.edu) . Formal applications should be submitted via UC Davis Career Opportunities site: https://www.employment.ucdavis.edu/applicants/jsp/shared/Welcome_css.jsp The University of California is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer. -------------------------------------------------------------------- Steven J. Luck, Ph.D. Director, Center for Mind & Brain Professor, Department of Psychology University of California, Davis Room 109 267 Cousteau Place Davis, CA 95618 (530) 297-4424 E-Mail: sjluck(a)ucdavis.edu Web: http://mindbrain.ucdavis.edu/people/sjluck ------------------- 12. Research Assistant Professor Position at University of Texas The Department of Psychology at the University of Texas at Austin invites applications for a non-tenure track Research Assistant Professor position in the Cognitive Neuroscience area. We are seeking an individual with expertise in advanced statistical methods for the analysis of neuroimaging data to support the research mission of the Imaging Research Center (irc.utexas.edu) and related departments and centers. The preference is for a candidate with a record of developing new quantitative methods for data analysis. Successful candidates will be expected to teach fMRI methods courses, collaborate with researchers on experimental design and analysis, and enhance our diverse learning and work environment. Applicants must have a Ph.D. with specialization in Psychology, Neuroscience, Biostatistics, or a related field, evidence of research productivity, and a solid grasp of modern statistical analyses as applied to fMRI. The position will begin as early as Fall semester 2015. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis until the position is filled. Please submit applications by emailing the following materials to apply.interfolio.com/29479: a curriculum vitae, a statement of research interests, a statement of teaching philosophy and experience, and letters of reference from at least 3 individuals. UT Austin is an equal opportunity employer committed to excellence through diversity. We strongly encourage applications from all qualified individuals including women and minorities. UT Austin is dedicated to work-life balance through an array of family-friendly policies (http://www.utexas.edu/provost/policies/family/). For further inquires related to this search, please email Billie Pierce (billie(a)austin.utexas.edu). ------------------------- 13. Postdoc position at Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine The Department of Neurology is now looking for (1) Postdoctoral Fellow for an NIH-funded project on the effects of tDCS in primary progressive aphasia (PPA). The project is devoted to the study of language intervention(s) and neuroplasticity in neurodegenerative diseases and, in particular, PPA. We use behavioral and neuromodulation intervention methods (e.g., tDCS) and we aim to understand their effectiveness and the brain mechanisms they involve using neuroimaging (structural MRI, DTI, fMRI, resting-state fMRI). The ideal candidate should have, or will soon have, a doctoral degree in a relevant scientific discipline and prior research experience in cognitive psychology, neurolinguistics, neuroscience, speech-language pathology or related field. The Postdoctoral Fellow will have the opportunity to perform behavioral and tDCS interventions in participants with PPA, perform statistical analyses, present research at conferences, and write papers. The successful candidate will also assist with grant preparation and be responsible for patients’ visits and IRB protocols. Prior experience working with people with aphasia and fMRI research is strongly preferred. Programming experience with eprime, Matlab or R is also desired. The successful applicant should be highly motivated, organized, personable, willing to learn, responsible, reliable, and efficient. The successful applicant will also work collaboratively with students, other post-doctoral scientists and other faculty members of the Johns Hopkins community. This is a full-time, one-year (renewable) position, preferably with a two-year commitment and can start as early as May 2015. For further information, interested candidates should email a CV, writing sample, and contact information for 3 references to Dr. Tsapkini at tsapkini(a)jhmi.edu. Johns Hopkins University is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity employer. Kyrana Tsapkini, PhD Assistant Professor Department of Neurology Johns Hopkins School of Medicine Email: tsapkini(a)jhmi.edu -------------------- 14. Research postdoc positions in neuroimage analysis and computational neuroscience. Applications are invited for two postdoctoral scientists to work on a Wellcome Trust funded project to advance understanding of spontaneous whole-brain activity. The project will use a combination of MRI, M/EEG / LFP recordings, methods development and biophysical modeling to advance understanding of spontaneous whole-brain activity, and provide new insights into the underlying mechanisms. This research will be conducted within the OHBA Analysis Group headed by Mark Woolrich and based at the Oxford Centre for Human Brain Activity (http://www.ohba.ox.ac.uk), and will be in collaboration with colleagues at FMRIB (http://www.fmrib.ox.ac.uk/analysis) and the Centre for Neural Circuits and Behaviour (http://www.cncb.ox.ac.uk). We are looking for excellent researchers with a strong technical background, ideally in computational neuroscience and/or in developing neuroimaging analysis methods, but also with experience in other areas of Engineering/Applied Mathematics, Statistics, Computer Science and Physics (e.g. Machine Learning and Pattern Recognition). Post in Neuroimaging Analysis: https://www.recruit.ox.ac.uk/pls/hrisliverecruit/erq_jobspec_version_4.jobs… Post in computational biophysical model development: https://www.recruit.ox.ac.uk/pls/hrisliverecruit/erq_jobspec_version_4.jobs… -----------------------