PhD position @ Aberdeen Biomedical Imaging Centre Automated Detection of Brain Lesions in the Aberdeen Children of the 1950s and Analysis of Lifecourse Determinants Application Deadline: Friday 11 March 2016 As we age brain microvascular disease increases, which is seen on magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) as white matter hyperintensities (WMH), cerebral microbleeds (MB) and enlarged perivascular spaces (PVS). Quantification of these imaging lesions is a labour intensive, manual task with inherent intra-observer variability that requires extensive training to perform accurately. This studentship will develop an automated method that can be applied to MRI images from large population samples to improve accuracy, reproducibility, speed up image analysis and facilitate large scale multi-centre studies in ageing and neuropsychiatric disease. Methods will be developed and tested on existing data, applied to newly collected STRADL data and validated in external datasets. Analysis of predictors and outcomes of lesions will inform the causes and health consequences of these lesions. https://www.abdn.ac.uk/clsm/graduate/research/aberdeen-children-1201.php Gordon D. Waiter PhD CSci MIPEM CPhys MInstP Aberdeen Biomedical Imaging Centre School of Medicine, Medical Sciences and Nutrition 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 www.abdn.ac.uk/ims/profiles/g.waiter www.abdn.ac.uk/ims/imaging ======================================= In the context of the European Research Council Grant “RESHAPE: REstoring the Self with embodiable HAnd ProsthesEs”, we are seeking two outstanding Post-Doc scientists and two highly-motivated PhD students to join us in developing new tools and methods to improve the embodiment of robotic hand prostheses and study the related brain processes. Activities will be carried out in a multidisciplinary research environment (Clinical Neurophysiology and Neuroengineering) @ Campus Bio-Medico University, Rome Italy (www.unicampus.it). Post-Doc ideal candidates should · - have relevant publications in international journals and experience in fund raising · - be English mother tongue or have almost comparable fluency · - own at least two of the following expertise: 1. Programming for development/customization of interactive Virtual/Augmented Reality environment 2. EEG/MRI signal processing 3. Body ownership, embodiment, cognitive neuroscience. PhD Student ideal candidates should · - be English mother tongue or have good fluency · - have a master degree (or equivalent) in o biomedical robotics, biomedical engineering, computer science or other related fields o medicine, neuroscience, neurophysiology or other related fields Suitable candidates can introduce themselves by contacting Giovanni Di Pino (g.dipino(a)unicampus.it) and Domenico Formica (d.formica(a)unicampus.it). -- Giovanni Pellegrino, MD Multimodal Functional Imaging Laboratory Montreal Neurological Institute, McGill University Address: 332 Duff Medical Building, 3775 rue University, Montreal, QC, H3A 2B4, Canada Phone: (514) 398–1678 Fax: (514) 398–7461 Email: giovannipellegrino(a)gmail.com, giovanni.pellegrino2(a)mcgill.ca Homepage: http://www.bic.mni.mcgill.ca/ResearchLabsMFIL/PeopleGiovanni ================================= Job opening for a research MR technician at: Department of Psychology, University of Turin Position: The Department of Psychology, University of Turin, seeks to recruit a research oriented MRI technician to work at the Centre for Neuroimaging (CNI). CNI is a specialized hospital cum research facility with a Philips 3 Tesla Scanner, software for acquisition and analysis of fMRI, system for audio/visual/haptic stimulation, and transcranial magnetic stimulation setup (rTMS). In addition, the CNI is also equipped with systems for recording of electrophysiological measures and high resolution MRI compatible EEG system. The position will be initially for a period of 12 months (renewable subsequently). The job and pay scale will be according to the category D1 (art. 22; contracts art. 22 replace Article 19). For an economic reference, please refer to the following table: http://www.unito.it/sites/default/files/costi_personale_ta_det_2014.pdf Qualifications: 1. Preference will be given to candidates in possession of a PhD degree in the field of Neuroscience, Neuroimaging, Biostatistics or Complex Systems Neural. 2. In addition, proven experience documented by publications, references, presentations at national or international conferences is highly desirable in the following areas: Functional neuroimaging, neurophysiology, use of software for the presentation of the stimuli and the analysis of the fMRI data and neuro-psychophysiological. Responsibilities: As a research technician, the personal will be involved in assisting the functional imaging studies utilizing MRI and complementary equipment and means. For questions about the position, please contact Prof. Cristina Becchio (cristina.becchio(a)unito.it). ================================= FULL-TIME RESEARCH ASSOCIATE IN NEUROIMAGING - Seeking a bright and motivated research associate to perform structural and functional neuroimaging analyses on several newly funded NIH studies examining neurobiological markers of major mood disorders and their treatments in children, adolescents, and young adults. The research associate will conduct neuroimaging scans in children and adolescents, perform database management including data entry and cleaning, data preprocessing and analyses, and assist with preparing and presenting results for publication and future grant submissions. Current techniques include high-resolution structural imaging, functional MRI, and diffusion tensor imaging. Preference will be given to an individual with experience preprocessing and analyzing functional and structural neuroimaging data using a variety of statistical packages, including SPM, FSL, and/or FreeSurfer, and to an individual who has a publication track record of analyzing reward paradigms or experience conducting research in mood or other developmental disorders. The position represents an excellent opportunity to further develop research skills and learn basic principles of clinical and cognitive neuroscience and to gain exposure to patient and normative pediatric populations over a wide developmental range. The successful applicant will be an energetic, self-directed learner with strong writing and leadership skills and a keen interest in the lab's research. Knowledge of programming, scripting, and statistics is a plus. Applicants must be able to commit to at least two years for consideration. Stanford is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. We are thus interested in candidates who are committed to the highest standards of scholarship and professional activities, and to the development of a climate that supports equality and diversity. If interested, please send a statement of scientific interests, a CV, three letters of recommendation, and contact information for at least 3 academic references to Dr. Manpreet Singh, at mksingh(a)stanford.edu. Manpreet K. Singh, MD MS Assistant Professor of Psychiatry and Behavioral Sciences Director, Stanford Pediatric Mood Disorders Program Akiko Yamazaki and Jerry Yang Faculty Scholar in Pediatric Translational Medicine, Stanford Child Health Research Institute Stanford University, Stanford, CA Phone: (650) 725-5922 Email: mksingh(a)stanford.edu Website: http://med.stanford.edu/pedmood/ ================================ The Olin Neuropsychiatry Research Center (http://nrc-iol.org) located in Hartford, CT USA is looking for a research assistant II/programmer to assist with neuroinformatics development. The Olin Center is a 40 person department, opened in 2003 at the Institute of Living. We have a Siemens Skyra 3T whole-body MRI, EEG, and TMS suites. We are looking for someone to help develop the Neuroinformatics Database (http://github.com/gbook/nidb), manage neuroimaging data, and assist with the programming of automated neuroimaging processing systems. The primary focus of the position will be developing and maintaining imaging and non-imaging databases, but duties will also include responding to support requests, training, documentation, and bug fixing. The Olin Center's database of 10,000 imaging sessions also provides an internally accessible source of data for the candidate's own analyses, and the candidate will have the opportunity to contribute to manuscripts. Candidate is expected to have a bachelor’s degree in computer science or engineering, and experience with programming and/or SQL databases required. Experience programming PHP, Perl, HTML, SQL, in a Linux environment is strongly preferred. Neuroimaging experience is also preferred, but not necessary. Contact Greg at gregory.book(a)hhchealth.org ========================= We are seeking a full-time Postdoctoral Research Assistant to join the Quantitative Biomedical Inference Group at the Institute of Biomedical Engineering (IBME) in Headington. The post is funded by Cancer Research UK, and the EPSRC, and is fixed-term for 2 years. The research project is within the Image Analysis Theme of the Oxford Cancer Imaging Centre, in close interaction with clinicians and medical physicists in the centre. You will be responsible for evaluating new physiological Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI) methods and developing image analysis methods to extract haemodynamic and metabolic information from them. The project will focus on the use of Arterial Spin Labelling MRI to measure perfusion and Chemical Exchange Saturation Transfer MRI to measure metabolism, applied to cancer imaging and for the modelling of tumour function. You should possess (or be near completion of) a relevant PhD in MR imaging and/or image analysis, together with relevant experience to work in a multi-disciplinary environment with both engineers and clinicians. You should also possess strong mathematical and programming skills (e.g. matlab, C++) as well as excellent communication skills. A good publications record in relevant international peer-reviewed conferences and journals is essential. http://www.eng.ox.ac.uk/jobs/current-vacancies/vacancy/121931-Postdoctoral-… ============================= FULL-TIME POSTDOCTORAL FELLOW: We are seeking a full-time postdoctoral researcher experienced in the analysis of structural and functional magnetic resonance imaging data to work on several newly funded NIH studies examining neurobiological markers of major mood disorders and their treatments in children, adolescents, and young adults. Activities will include conducting neuroimaging scans in children and adolescents, processing cognitive and neuroimaging data, cleaning and quality control, and leading a neuroimaging team in collaborative data analyses. Applicants should have a Ph.D. or equivalent in clinical, cognitive, or computational neuroscience, psychology, computer science, biomedical engineering, statistics, or a related field. The fellow should have strong programming (i.e., MATLAB) and writing skills, experience in neuroimaging or a related field, and a strong interest in pursuing an academic career path. Preference will be given to applicants who have experience with multiple analysis methods/toolkits in the relevant modality, a publication track record of analyzing data from multiple brain imaging modalities (e.g. both structural and functional imaging), experience analyzing reward paradigms or conducting research in mood or other developmental disorders. The postdoctoral fellow will engage in analyzing and integrating multimodal clinical, cognitive, and neuroimaging data of children, adolescents, and young adults. The fellow will be responsible for leading new and existing analysis pipelines for functional and/or anatomical MRI in collaboration with faculty and support staff, for assessment and mitigation of artifacts, and for continuing analysis of our existing database of multimodal MRI data. The fellow will also assist in supervision/training of graduate or undergraduate students and research assistants and in the preparation of manuscripts for publication. Finally, the postdoctoral fellow will assist with the preparation of progress reports and future grant submissions. Work will be carried out with a team of interdisciplinary investigators at Stanford University, led by PI Manpreet Singh, MD. Stanford is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. Please send a cover letter, CV and three letters of recommendation to mksingh(a)stanford.edu. Position available immediately. Manpreet K. Singh, MD MS Assistant Professor of Psychiatry and Behavioral Sciences Director, Stanford Pediatric Mood Disorders Program Akiko Yamazaki and Jerry Yang Faculty Scholar in Pediatric Translational Medicine, Stanford Child Health Research Institute Stanford University, Stanford, CA Phone: (650) 725-5922 Email: mksingh(a)stanford.edu Website: http://med.stanford.edu/pedmood/ ================================= Position Description: The Education and Brain Sciences Research Lab directed by Dr. Laurie E. Cutting of Vanderbilt University in Nashville, Tennessee is seeking an independent and motivated postdoctoral researcher. The fulltime research fellow position is appointed through the Vanderbilt Brain Institute in one-year intervals, with re-appointments anticipated in years 2 and 3 (contingent upon satisfactory performance during the previous year). The successful candidate will have a strong interest in developing and optimizing neuroimaging data management and processing, and will provide expertise that supports our lab’s efforts to integrate neuroimaging and behavioral data on multiple projects. The postdoc will provide expertise to our team, and will also interact closely with the Vanderbilt University Institute of Imaging Science (VUIIS), attending meetings and trainings to engage in scientific exchange and encourage cutting-edge innovation. Compensation is in line with NIH postdoc salary guidelines. Lab and Facilities: We offer a challenging multidisciplinary research environment in which we study reading (reading development, reading comprehension) using functional and structural MRI, as well as psychometric testing. Our laboratory is located in the highly-ranked Peabody College of Education, and our imaging is conducted at VUIIS (www.vuiis.vanderbilt.edu) Center for Human Imaging Research which operates 2 full-time research Philips 3T scanners, as well as a 7T Philips scanner. We conduct research under multiple grants, with a current focus on two longitudinal studies of reading in children and adolescents, offering opportunities for publication and presentation at conferences. Basic Requirements: • PhD in Neuroscience, Biomedical Engineering, Bioinformatics, Computer Science, Neuropsychology or related discipline. • Some programming skills (Python, Matlab, UNIX) strongly preferred • A demonstrated record of innovative scientific research in neuroimaging (preferably in both fMRI and DWI) • Strong skills in the usage of one or more common neuroimaging packages (FSL, SPM, Afni, Freesurfer); experience with XNAT is a plus, but not required • Strong communication skills in spoken and written English • Ability to work closely with an interdisciplinary team, providing training to students and researchers • Authorized to work in the United States Contact Information: For more information regarding this position, please contact Laura A. Barquero, Ph.D. laura.barquero(a)vanderbilt.edu with any questions. If you are interested in the position, please provide a letter, CV, and names and contact information for 3 academic/professional references. =================================== The Centro Nacional de Investigaciones Cardiovasculares (CNIC) is a public research institute dedicated to excellence in cardiovascular research and to translating new knowledge into real improvements in clinical practice. This modern building is equipped with the latest scientific equipment, including state-of-the-art imaging technologies, and a comprehensive research-support infrastructure. Postdoctoral position available for an experienced researcher in the field of neurobiology to develop a project in the brain-to-heart axis. The hosting group is a growing multidiciplinary very competitive young team in the field of myocardial diseases. Requirements Applicants must have a PhD or equivalent (e.g. medical specialty in neurology) in neuroscience or a related field (computational neuroscience). Essential skills include experience in developing models of neuroimaging (fMRI, PET). Although not essential, experience in animal models of brain disease will be highly considered in the evaluation period. Background in MATLAB, statistical analysis, and software packages such as SPM and FSL. Offered 2-year full-time contract to develop the project. According to results, an additional 3-year extension period might be considered. Competitive salary (33K – 37K € per annum in accordance to previous experience) Integration in an international center of Excellence leader in the field of cardiovascular diseases approached from different angles. Extensive training possibilities in complementary skills. Extensive access to state-of-the-art infrastructures for the project (human hybrid PET/MR (3Tesla), large animal dedicated 3Tesla MRI, PET/CT, cath labs, ...) Project Imaging-based study of brain functionality during/after myocardial diseases (acute and chronic). Both large animal models and patients will be part of the study. Starting date: Second quarter 2016. Group ref: https://www.cnic.es/es/investigacion/laboratorio-traslacional-para-imagen-t… Please send an email to bibanez(a)cnic.es and quote ref H2H protection postdoc. ====================================== The Brain Development Imaging Laboratory (BDIL) at the Dept. of Psychology, San Diego State University (SDSU), is offering 1-2 postdoctoral positions in diffusion-weighted and other anatomical MRI techniques. Job Description Post-doctoral positions will be supported by several newly funded NIH projects examining brain structure and network organization across the lifespan in autism spectrum disorders (ASD) including a study of toddlers and a study of older adults. New projects will implement multi-shell diffusion weighted imaging (i.e. multiple b-values, appropriate for calculation of ODFs, tractography, examination of neurite density in gray and white matter), multi-modal neuroanatomical imaging (e.g. combined T1, T2, DWI), and simultaneous multi-slice fMRI. The postdoctoral scholar will be responsible for implementation of new analysis pipelines for diffusion weighted and/or anatomical MRI in collaboration with faculty and support staff, for assessment and mitigation of artifacts, and for continuing analysis of our existing database of multimodal MRI data. Fellow will assist in supervision/training of graduate students and research assistants and in the preparation of manuscripts for publication. The postdoctoral fellow will regularly interact with collaborating faculty at SDSU and University of California San Diego and will have access to the rich San Diego Neuroscience and Cognitive Science communities. Requirements · PhD in Neuroscience, Cognitive Science, Psychology, Biomedical Engineering, or other relevant field. · Experience in data acquisition, preprocessing, and analysis of brain MRI data, with particular focus on diffusion and/or anatomical MRI. · Preference will be given to applicants with: o Experience with multiple analysis methods/toolkits in the relevant modality. o Experience in multiple brain imaging modalities (e.g. both diffusion and functional imaging). o Experience with ASD, other developmental disorders, or normal aging. Brain Development Imaging Lab & Research Facilities BDIL (www.sci.sdsu.edu/bdil) is a diverse and collaborative research group with 3 faculty members and multiple PhD and Master’s students in Psychology, Cognitive Science, Clinical Psychology, and BioInformatics from both SDSU and University of California, San Diego (UCSD). Research applies multiple imaging modalities (e.g. DWI, anatomical MRI, fMRI, functional connectivity MRI, MR spectroscopy) as well as behavioral and neuropsychological measures to investigate the brain bases of ASD and age-related change across the lifespan (1-65 years). BDIL collaborates with experts in MR physics, Radiology, EEG, MEG, and Bioinformatics to implement innovative imaging and analysis techniques (e.g., simultaneous fMR/EEG recording, combined MEG and MRI). BDIL maintains close ties with faculty at UCSD Center for Functional MRI (CFMRI) where imaging is performed and with affiliated faculty at UCSD School of Medicine. BDIL researchers have full access to CFMRI (http://fmri.ucsd.edu/), a research dedicated facility with two 3T human research scanners (8 & 32 channel head coils), led by top experts in radiology physics, and supported by engineering staff. To Apply Please e-mail CV, research statement, reprints, and 3 letters of recommendation to Ralph-Axel Mueller at: rmueller(a)sdsu.edu. ==================================== The Departments of Medicine and of Radiology and Imaging Sciences at Emory University is seeking a postdoctoral fellow to work with a team of physicians and neuroscientists focused on neuroimaging (MRI: Arterial Spin Labeling and cerebrovascular reactivity). The position provides excellent opportunity to work in an interdisciplinary environment and have close interactions with MR physicists, radiologists, neurologist, internists and neuroscientists. Accesses are available to two dedicated research MR 3T Siemens Tim-Trio scanners, one 9.4T animal scanner, and a powerful computer-cluster. Close collaboration with the Emory University Hospital, which houses a clinical 3T Siemens Tim-Trio and five 1.5T MR scanners, allows easy translation of technical developments to clinical settings. The qualifications of a successful candidate should include · A PhD degree in Electrical Engineering, Biomedical Engineering, Physics, or other related fields · Strong background in signal processing, image processing and quantitative analysis. Excellent proficiency with Matlab and/or C/C++ programming language. · Demonstrated independent research capabilities and good organizational and inter-personal skills. Previous experiences with medical image processing including freesrufer, FSL and SPM are desirable; The candidate is expected to work on projects involving performing image processing using existing tools and development of new methodologies. Potential research projects depend on the mutual interests of the candidate and the PI. These may include but are not limited to: (1) analyzing CO2-vasoreactivity images; (2) reconstruction and analysis methods for quantitative susceptibility mapping (QSM), (3) quantification and analysis methods for arterial spin labeling, dynamic susceptibility contrast imaging and diffusion imaging. Plans to obtain independent funding is highly desirable. Emory University provides competitive salaries commensurate with experience. This position is funded by NIH grants for at least 5 years. To apply, please send your CV to Ihab Hajjar, MD (ihajjar(a)emory.edu) and Deqiang Qiu, PhD (dqiu3(a)emory.edu). ==================================== DEPARTMENT OF VETERANS AFFAIRS Palo Alto WRIISC Special Postdoctoral Fellowship Program in Advanced Neuroimaging (VAPA-WRIISC-SFP) The Office of Academic Affiliations, Department of Veterans Affairs (VA), is now accepting applications for a two-year special Postdoctoral Fellowship Training Program in advanced neuroimaging with an emphasis on Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI), Posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD), cognitive impairment and chronic pain. The Fellowship can begin between July 1st and October 31st, 2016. This is a joint fellowship between VA Palo Alto War Related Illness and Injury Study Center (WRIISC) and the Department of Psychiatry and Behavioral Sciences at Stanford University. The VAPA-WRIISC-SFP site is linked to the two other WRIISC fellowship sites (Washington, DC, East Orange, NJ) as well as the VA Mental Illness Research, Education, and Clinical Center (MIRECC) fellowship program (based at Palo Alto) for didactic, academic, and research efforts. The Palo Alto WRIISC specializes in integrating anatomical/functional Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI) and Positron Emission Tomography (PET) to improve the diagnostic/prognostic value of neuroimaging in the clinical setting. The fellowship provides a unique opportunity to (a) receive training in Diffusion Tensor Imaging (DTI), functional Magnetic Resonance Imaging (fMRI) and Voxel-based morphometry (VBM) from a team of experienced neuroimagers and (b) relate neuroimaging findings to clinical cases in consensus conferences with our team of neurologists, nurse practitioners, psychiatrists & psychologists. There is also opportunity to explore projects in psychology and dementia with WRIISC, MIRECC, and Stanford faculty. In collaboration with their mentors, fellows will develop and conduct a research project, publish and present findings, participate in grant writing, and utilize the latest technologies for research (including a 3 Tesla MRI scanner). Applicants must be US citizens. The ideal candidate will have a Ph.D. in cognitive neuroscience, computer science, psychology, or a related discipline. Prior experience in neuroimaging is essential. Experience with Linux, MATLAB, SPM8/12, FreeSurfer & FSL is highly desirable and programming skills would be a big plus. A. To be eligible to apply for the WRIISC Fellowship Program you must hold a PhD in one of the above described disciplines and be able to provide evidence of U.S. citizenship. B. Applications must be received by March 20, 2016. Applicants must submit: a) a letter confirming they can fulfill the eligibility requirements; b) a personal statement describing their interest in the Fellowship; c) 3 letters of recommendation; and d) a current curriculum vitae. These materials can be submitted directly to the PhD Fellowship Program Director: Ansgar Furst, PhD at ansgar.furst(a)va.gov. C. If the applicant is identified as the candidate of choice for this site, they will be required to produce all documents listed in the above section A and the following additional documents: Transcripts from all educational institutions VA Form 10-2850d, “Application for Health Professions Trainees.” For more information, please contact Ansgar Furst, PhD at the WRIISC Palo Alto Fellowship site, (650) 493-5000, "1", "1" then x68652 or ansgar.furst(a)va.gov. See also: http://www.warrelatedillness.va.gov/ DEPARTMENT OF VETERANS AFFAIRS Palo Alto WRIISC Special Fellowship Program (PhD track) with Research Interests in Mental Health and Clinical Neuroscience (VAPA-WRIISC-SFP) =================== Postdoctoral position at the Department of Experimental and Applied Psychology of the Vrije Universiteit Brussel (Belgium) We are seeking a highly motivated postdoctoral researcher for a 1-year project on cognitive control. The project will be supervised by Eva Van den Bussche (Vrije Universiteit Brussel; http://homepages.vub.ac.be/~evdbussc/ and http://copsresearchgroup.be/) and Tom Verguts (Universiteit Gent; http://users.ugent.be/~tverguts/). The supervisors are specialized in cognitive control. Each department (Brussels and Ghent) provides a stimulating environment for cognitive neuroscience research.The candidate will carry out behavioral, EEG and fMRI experiments. Experience with these techniques (especially fMRI) is a requirement. We have access to a research-dedicated 3T Siemens MR scanner, Biosemi ActiveTwo EEG system and state-of-the-art equipment for experimentation. Candidates should have a doctoral degree in psychology, (cognitive) neuroscience, or a related discipline on the starting date. The starting date can be anywhere in 2016, so candidates who will defend their PhD in the near future can also apply. Salary is according to standard Belgian regulations. Although the official language at the Vrije Universiteit Brussel and Ghent University is Dutch, knowledge of Dutch is not required. Interested candidates should send a CV, motivation letter, and two (email) addresses of potential referees to Eva.Van.den.Bussche(a)vub.ac.be. Informal inquiries can also be sent via email. Candidates will be considered until the position is filled. Prof. Dr. Eva Van den Bussche Faculty of Psychology and Educational Sciences Pleinlaan 2, B-1050 Brussel Office: 3C241 Phone : +32-(0)2-629 14 82 Fax : +32-(0)2-629 24 89 E-mail: Eva.Van.den.Bussche(a)vub.ac.be URL: http://homepages.vub.ac.be/~evdbussc// ================================ Applications are invited for a 3-year full-time post-doctoral position investigating memory-related brain processes during post-learning sleep. The project will use EEG, fMRI and transcranial electrical stimulation (tES) together with state-of-the-art multivariate analysis methods to capture and experimentally manipulate consolidation mechanisms in the sleeping human brain. The successful candidate will work in the Episodic Memory Laboratory at the University of Birmingham (UK) and will be supervised by Dr Bernhard Staresina. We work in close collaboration with a vibrant memory research community (http://www.memorybham.com/) and have access to multimodal neuroimaging facilities including 7T MRI, MEG, TMS and intracranial EEG. Applicants must have a PhD in a relevant area (e.g., Psychology, Neuroscience, Computer Science), have demonstrable expertise in sleep research, EEG, fMRI and/or tES and have advanced programming and analysis skills (using MATLAB or equivalent). Publications in peer-reviewed journals and conference presentations at international meetings are required. A background in memory research is highly desirable. The proposed start date is September 2016. If you are interested and wish to find out more, please contact Dr Bernhard Staresina (b.staresina(a)bham.ac.uk) with your CV and a brief statement of interest. Bernhard Staresina, PhD Sir Henry Dale Fellow School of Psychology University of Birmingham www.memorybham.com/bernhard-staresina =============================== We are looking for a new team member for a two-year postdoc position funded via a Medical Research Council Grant. You should be medically qualified, with a PhD in MRI or PET ± EEG (as the project will be ambitious enough, you should have a thorough grounding in at least two of the modalities). Full details can be obtained by following the link below: https://www.hirewire.co.uk/HE/1061247/MS_JobDetails.aspx?JobID=66986 The closing date for applications is on the 19th of February. With best wishes, Alexander ----------------------------------------- Alexander Hammers, MD PhD Professor (Honorary Consultant) of Imaging and Neuroscience Head of PET Imaging Centre Division of Imaging Sciences and Biomedical Engineering King's College London St Thomas' Hospital, London Telephone +44-(0)20 7188 8364 (PA Amanda Provencal) Email alexander.hammers(a)kcl.ac.uk ======================================= application to be sent to Julie Bakker (jbakker(a)ulg.ac.be). :-) C. Within the research group of Dr. Julie Bakker at the GIGA Neurosciences, University of Liège, Belgium, a position is available for a Post-doctoral fellow (m/f) Full-time (38 hours/week) Description of the project The overall aim of the project is to unravel the role of pubertal gonadal hormones in brain sexual differentiation using Kallmann Syndrome as model. The position will involve the measurement of brain activity and structure in male and female patients with Kallmann syndrome as well as control men and women using structural and functional MRI. The candidate will join a young and dynamic research group. Requirements We are looking for an excellent, motivated post-doctoral fellow with a strong background in neuroimaging research. The candidate is expected to have an interest in behavioral neuroscience and neuroendocrinology, and preferably has a background in this type of research. Proficiency in all stages of MRI research, including the study design, acquisition, processing and analysis of imaging data is absolutely required. Previous experience in multimodal imaging is considered a plus. Good writing skills, publications in high impact journals and a proven track record of successful grant/fellowship writing are expected. Appointment The position is temporary for a period of 1 year with renewal possible. Starting date October 2016 Location The GIGA is a major centre for research and development in biotechnology and is one of a very few centers in Europe that have excelled at integrating academic research, collaborations with companies, technology transfer and training facilities. The GIGA Neurosciences unit aims at carrying out top-level research on development, normal functions, and disorders of the nervous system. The MRI acquisitions will take place at the Cyclotron Research Centre (CRC), which has now become a new research unit within the GIGA (GIGA-CRC in vivo imaging). Applications Send your application, including a curriculum vitae, or requests for additional information to: jbakker(a)ulg.ac.be Deadline The application deadline will remain open until a suitable candidate has been identified. =========================== Research Assistant , Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine; Department of Psychiatry and Behavioral Sciences; Division of Geriatric Psychiatry and Neuropsychiatry Description: The Neuroimaging Laboratory of the Division of Geriatric Psychiatry and Neuropsychiatry focuses on the application of high resolution neuroreceptor PET, 3T and 7T MR imaging to the study of cognitive and affective symptoms in late life (including normal aging, late life depression, mild cognitive impairment and Parkinson’s Disease) and the effects of interventions including pharmacotherapy and brain stimulation. The candidate will be responsible for PET and MR image processing and analysis, including region of interest, voxel-wise and network analysis methods. The candidate will have the opportunity to contribute to research papers and scientific presentations. Skills and Knowledge Required: Bachelor’s degree required in psychology, neuroscience or a related field. Preference will be given to individuals with experience in neuroimaging research. Strong preference will be given to individuals with experience using AFNI, FSL, SPM, or Freesurfer. Strong attention to detail, excellent verbal/written communication and organization skills and self-motivation is critical. Must be able to work effectively in a multidisciplinary team environment. Please Contact: Gwenn S. Smith, Ph.D. Richman Family Professor, Department of Psychiatry and Behavioral Sciences. gsmith95(a)jhmi.edu ========================== This is to announce a position at the University of Massachusetts Amherst in the Institute for Applied Life Sciences. We are looking for a Senior Research Fellow/MRI Physicist – Neuroimaging. Job Description: The Physicist performs advanced research techniques and procedures in Core specific science and is responsible for day-to-day management of specialized Core facilities. In addition, the candidate participates in recommendations on purchase of major Core equipment and provides timely support to customers utilizing the facility in an efficient manner. The Physicist also supports investigators with Letters of Support for grant funding through Core, prepares proposals for new instrumentation in collaboration with PIs (i.e., Major Research Instrumentation proposals from NSF and S10 program from NIH), maintains instrumentation service & maintenance and monitors new developments and improvements in technology to keep core competitive and state-of-the-art. The candidate also works with users to select protocols best suited to their needs, explores experimental options and trains new users, and oversees established users. Excellent communication skills are essential and candidates are required to support academic and industry investigators, including data collection and analyses, and project prioritization. Requirements: Minimum Qualifications: A Ph.D. in physics, engineering, neuroscience or a related field is required and 3-5 years of relevant post-doctoral experience in Core Facility Field. Apply by February 16, 2016 for priority consideration, however applications will be accepted till the position is filled. Application materials must include 1) a cover letter summarizing interests and qualifications, 2) a complete curriculum vitae, and 3) contact information for 3 professional references. Please include Requisition #R51472 on your application materials. Complete details can be found at: https://umass.interviewexchange.com/jobofferdetails.jsp?JOBID=68335&typ… Thank you in advance, Jacquie Kurland -- Jacquie Kurland, PhD Associate Professor Department of Communication Disorders School of Public Health and Health Sciences University of Massachusetts Amherst 358 North Pleasant Street, Room 307A Amherst, MA 01003-9296 Phone: (413) 545-4007 Fax: (413) 545-0803 Email: jkurland(a)comdis.umass.edu =========================== Position Description: The Education and Brain Sciences Research Lab directed by Dr. Laurie E. Cutting of Vanderbilt University in Nashville, Tennessee is seeking an independent and motivated postdoctoral researcher. The fulltime research fellow position is appointed through the Vanderbilt Brain Institute in one-year intervals, with re-appointments anticipated in years 2 and 3 (contingent upon satisfactory performance during the previous year). The successful candidate will have a strong interest in developing and optimizing neuroimaging data management and processing, and will provide expertise that supports our lab’s efforts to integrate neuroimaging and behavioral data on multiple projects. The postdoc will provide expertise to our team, and will also interact closely with the Vanderbilt University Institute of Imaging Science (VUIIS), attending meetings and trainings to engage in scientific exchange and encourage cutting-edge innovation. Compensation is in line with NIH postdoc salary guidelines. Lab and Facilities: We offer a challenging multidisciplinary research environment in which we study reading (reading development, reading comprehension) using functional and structural MRI, as well as psychometric testing. Our laboratory is located in the highly-ranked Peabody College of Education, and our imaging is conducted at VUIIS (www.vuiis.vanderbilt.edu) Center for Human Imaging Research which operates 2 full-time research Philips 3T scanners, as well as a 7T Philips scanner. We conduct research under multiple grants, with a current focus on two longitudinal studies of reading in children and adolescents, offering opportunities for publication and presentation at conferences. Basic Requirements: • PhD in Neuroscience, Biomedical Engineering, Bioinformatics, Computer Science, Neuropsychology or related discipline. • Some programming skills (Python, Matlab, UNIX) strongly preferred • A demonstrated record of innovative scientific research in neuroimaging (preferably in both fMRI and DWI) • Strong skills in the usage of one or more common neuroimaging packages (FSL, SPM, Afni, Freesurfer); experience with XNAT is a plus, but not required • Strong communication skills in spoken and written English • Ability to work closely with an interdisciplinary team, providing training to students and researchers • Authorized to work in the United States Contact Information: For more information regarding this position, please contact Laura A. Barquero, Ph.D. laura.barquero(a)vanderbilt.edu with any questions. If you are interested in the position, please provide a letter, CV, and names and contact information for 3 academic/professional references. ============================= A postdoctoral position is available in Dr. Christine Rabinak's Translational Neuropsychopharmacology Laboratory at Wayne State University in Detroit, Michigan. Our research focuses on behavioral and neural processes underlying fear learning and memory in healthy volunteers and patients with fear-based disorders, such as posttraumatic stress disorder. For more information about the specific projects and areas please visit our lab website: http://www.tnp2lab.org The initial postdoctoral fellow appointment will be for 2 years, with potential to renew. Applicant must be a US citizen or permanent resident. Minimum qualifications include a highly motivated individual with a recently obtained (within the past 2 years) PhD in a relevant field (e.g., Neuroscience, Psychology, Biology), MD, or MD/PhD, or comparable degree. Strong evidence of technical experience in functional neuroimaging, including strong programming skills (Matlab, C++, Python, or equivalent programming language) is required. Experience designing and conducting Pavlovian fear conditioning studies and/or working with clinical populations of fear-based disorders (e.g., anxiety disorders, posttraumatic stress disorder) is highly desirable. Candidates are further required to have a strong record of research accomplishments and publications, including presentations of scientific results at national meetings and their publication in peer-reviewed journals, an ability to work in a team environment as well as excellent oral and written communication skills. Duties will consist of, but are not limited to, designing, performing, and analyzing studies that investigate the role of the cannabinoid system in aversive learning and memory, aide, supervise, design, and execute experiments pertaining to the lab’s area of research (emotion and posttraumatic stress disorder). The candidate will participate in the writing of manuscripts and grants, presenting data at national and international meetings, and assist in the training of students. The postdoctoral fellow will be expected to develop his/her own ideas within the scope of the lab. Qualified candidates should submit their CV, the names of three references, and a cover letter summarizing current and future research interests by email to Dr. Rabinak at rabinak(a)wayne.edu This position is funded by a fellowship from the Office of the Vice President of Research at Wayne State University. Christine A. Rabinak, PhD Assistant Professor Wayne State University Eugene Applebaum College of Pharmacy & Health Sciences Pharmacy Practice Pharmaceutical Sciences Psychiatry & Behavioral Neurosciences Translational Neuroscience Program 259 Mack Ave., Suite 2190 Detroit, MI 48201 rabinak(a)wayne.edu Office: 313-577-9875 Fax: 313-577-5369 http://www.tnp2lab.org ==================================== International Research Training Group (IRTG 2150) “The Neuroscience of Modulating Aggression and Impulsivity in Psychopathology” Two positions for post-doctoral fellows available The International Research Training Group “The Neuroscience of Modulating Aggression and Impulsivity in Psychopathology” (IRTG 2150) invites applications for two full-time post-doctoral researchers. The start of position is in April 2016. Applicants should have a doctoral degree (at the time of the appointment) in one of the related disciplines (medicine, psychology, neuroscience, biology, physics, mathematics, engineering). Applicants should have a strong interest and methodological expertise in a relevant area (fMRI, PET, EEG, specific analysis techniques or stimulation techniques, neuropsychology, psychopathology) or a scientific contribution in the relevant area of the neuroscience of pathological aggression and impulsivity. Applicants should demonstrate successful research experience by an excellent publication record with respect to their scientific age. They are expected to develop and conduct their own research within the thematic focus of the program, and be willing to assist the IRTG faculty members in organizing and conducting the training aspects of the program. Applicants must have a good working knowledge of spoken and written English. Knowledge of German is not required but advantageous. Comensuration is according to German federal regulations. Appointments within the IRTG are limited to a 2-year maximum due to DFG regulations, but applicants are strongly supported in seeking follow-up funding. The IRTG 2150 is funded by the German Research Foundation (DFG), and provides an international research and training program for doctoral students in a network comprising the neuroscience research at RWTH Aachen University and the Research Center Jülich in Germany, with an intense collaboration with the University of Pennsylvania (USA). The program is situated within the framework of the Jülich-Aachen Research Alliance (JARA-BRAIN, www.jara.org/jara-brain). The participating institutions are the Department of Psychiatry, Psychotherapy and Psychosomatics, the Department of Child and Adolescent Psychiatry, Psychosomatics and Psychotherapy, the Department of Neurology, the Department of Biology, and the Institutes of Neuroscience and Medicine at the Forschungszentrum Jülich. Within this IRTG, we will employ a continuum of highly translational approaches, specifically neuroimaging studies, as our major methodological focus, conducting behavioral, electrophysiological and neuroendocrinological human studies. This core concept will be strengthened by also involving molecular and animal studies. Two research lines are pursued: First, we will investigate major risk and influencing factors. We will focus on patients with mental disorders as well as on healthy individuals and investigate the effects of these influencing factors on neural networks and neurotransmitters. Second, we aim to identify ways to modulate and alter impulsivity and aggressive behavior by neuromodulatory (e.g. tDCS, neurofeedback, TMS), psychosocial (e.g. emotion regulation), pharmacological means in humans and in rodents and analyze the effects on the underlying cerebral connectivity. The RWTH Aachen aims to increase the number of women in areas in which they are underrepresented, thus women are strongly encouraged to apply. For further information please see: www.rwth-aachen.de/equality The RWTH Aachen aims to integrate persons with disabilities, thus such persons are strongly encouraged to apply. For further information please see: www.rwth-aachen.de/disabilities Please send applications including CV, cover letter and a 1-page letter of motivation to irtg2150(a)ukaachen.de. Informal enquiries may be made to the coordinator of the program, Prof. Dr. Ute Habel, Email: irtg2150(a)ukaachen.de Speakers of the program are Prof. Dr. Ute Habel, Department of Psychiatry and Psychotherapy, School of Medicine, RWTH Aachen University Prof. Dr. Ruben C. Gur, Department of Psychiatry, School of Medicine, University of Pennsylvania, Philadelphia ============================== Doctoral positions at the International Research Training Group (IRTG 2150) “The Neuroscience of Modulating Aggression and Impulsivity in Psychopathology” in RWTH Aachen – Jülich FZJ – UPenn. The newly founded IRTG is a program funded by the German Research Foundation (DFG) that starts with April 2016. In a network, the neuroscience research at the RWTH Aachen University, and the Research Center Jülich provide an international English spoken curriculum with obligatory and intense exchange with the University of Pennsylvania (USA). Potential PhD researchers within this IRTG will investigate a clinically and societally highly relevant topic: the neurobiology of pathological aggression and impulsivity. Doctoral candidates will learn, develop and apply advanced brain imaging techniques including structural and functional magnetic resonance imaging (high-field MRI and fMRI), positron emission tomography (PET), whole-head magnetoencephalography (MEG), electroencepaholography (EEG), transcranial direct current stimulation (tDCS), receptor distribution and micro-structural architectonic brain mapping. The participating institutions comprise the Department of Psychiatry, Psychotherapy and Psychosomatics, the Department of Child and Adolescent Psychiatry, Psychosomatics and Psychotherapy, the Department of Neurology, the Department of Biology, and the Institutes of Neuroscience and Medicine at the Forschungszentrum Jülich. The program is situated within the framework of the Jülich-Aachen Research Alliance (JARA-BRAIN, www.jara.org/jara-brain). These and associated institutions host the individual doctoral researchers in joint supervision of partners from the University of Pennsylvania (Departments of Psychiatry, Neurology, Biology, Pharmacology, Psychology, Radiology, Criminology). An extensive exchange and rotation program for students, researchers and professors is central to this IRTG. Participants will be granted a (TL-13 (65%)) position for a period of up to 3 years. The IRTG is designed to allow participants to acquire a doctoral degree (Dr. rer. nat and Dr. rer. medic., depending on the primary institution) within this time frame. Applicants for the doctoral stipends must hold a Master's degree or a German Diploma (or an equivalent degree) in a related field, such as neuroscience, psychology, physics, biomedical sciences, be interested in neurobiological research of aggression and impulsivity. The curriculum of the IRTG will be in English, facilitating the inclusion of international students. However, we would like to stress that for part of the clinical projects with patients, German-speaking students have an advantage for projects with patient communication (diagnostics, psychopathological assessment). Due to the strong international orientation of the IRTG, ideal candidates should have a sufficient command of the English language, both in writing and orally (comparable to TOEFL, IELTS-C1). Transcripts or degree certificates issued in languages other than English must be accompanied by English translations. Applications can be submitted via email and should include a curriculum vitae along with copies of degree certificates, an English language proficiency test (if available) and two letters of recommendation. Applicants are required to outline their future professional plans in a personal statement, in which they describe how their plans relate to the research topics of the IRTG. Please submit your application or informal inquiries to irtg2150(a)ukaachen.de Spokesmen of the program are Prof. Dr. Ute Habel Department of Psychiatry and Psychotherapy, School of Medicine, RWTH Aachen University, Pauwelsstr. 30, 52074 Aachen Prof. Dr. Ruben C. Gur Department of Psychiatry, School of Medicine, University of Pennsylvania 10 Gates Pavilion, 3400 Spruce Street Philadelphia, PA 19104 ================================= A postdoctoral research associate position is available at the Infant Brain Mapping Lab of the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill (UNC-Chapel Hill). Our current focuses are to better understand the dynamic and critical early brain development in both health and disease, via multimodal neuroimaging analysis. The successful candidate will support our efforts either in advancing neuroimaging analysis technologies or in neuroscience applications. We are seeking highly motivated individuals who have extensive research experience in neuroimaging analysis (e.g., structural, diffusion or functional MRI) and demonstrated academic excellence, including publications in first-class journals and conferences. The candidate should have a Ph.D. (or equivalent) in Neuroscience, Computer Science, Applied Mathematics/Statistics, Electrical Engineering, Biomedical Engineering, or related fields. Good command of programming tools including Matlab, C++, Linux, and scripting are necessary to carry out the research work in this group. The successful candidate will be part of a diverse group including neuroscientists, radiologists, psychologists, physicists, biostatistician, and computer scientists, and will build upon the group's extensive foundation on neuroimaging analysis. If interested, please email resume to Dr. Gang Li (gang_li(a)med.unc.edu). For more information, please visit: http://www.unc.edu/~gangl/contact.html. =========================== here a permanent position at Roche in Basel for a senior PET/MR imaging specialist with clinical trial experience (for more information s. the provided link): http://www.roche.com/careers/jobs/jobsearch/job.htm?id=E-3102844645&loc… Best wishes, Juergen =========================== Please find enclose a 3 years Post Doctoral position that may be of interest. Post Doc in data processing and databasing of large neuroimaging datasets. The Neurofunctional Imaging Group (GIN) is a CNRS-CEA joint research team of the Neurodegenerative Disease Institute, UMR 5293 at Bordeaux University. The GIN is a multidisciplinary research team gathering scientists with training in instrumentation, cognitive neurosciences, signal processing and databasing. The GIN is a partnering member of the MULTI-LATERAL (Multi-level Integrative Analysis of Brain Lateralization for Language, http://flagera.eu/?q=FLAG-ERA-call-2015-projects) project funded by the FLAG-ERA European consortium set up to contribute to the construction of the Human Brain Project Flagship project. This partnership aims to identify the anatomical, functional and genetic determinants of brain lateralization for language functions. Within this context, the GIN offers a 3 years Post Doc / Research Engineer position immediately available. The core work of the Post Doc will to extract accurate structural and intrinsic connectivity asymmetry phenotypes across a range of large scale imaging datasets: First, the post-doc will contribute to develop improved methods and dedicated software to reliably and automatically measure individual differences in lateralization for anatomy and resting state intrinsic connectivity. In a second phase, the Post Doc will apply the methods in brain imaging datasets (about 10 000 subjects, including the BIL&GIN, BIG, I-Share and UK-biobank neuroimaging databases) having genetic data available, for the purposes of association and rare variant analysis followed by integrated genome-level analysis with transcriptomic (lateralized gene expression) dataand genomic gene-set analysis. The applicant will benefit from the support of existing research in this topic area and preliminary works in the accurate definition of both structural and resting state asymmetry characterization together with data management of large neuroimaging cohorts. The qualified applicant should have a PhD (or equivalent) in neuro-image analysis, computer science (signal and/or image processing) or related field and a strong background / experience in neuroimaging data processing. Applicants should have experience with tools for analysis of neuroimaging data (Freesurfer, SPM,…) and a relevant programming experience (Unix, C/C++ / python, MATLAB). For further information, please contact Dr. Fabrice Crivello (fabrice.crivello(a)u-bordeaux.fr). Salary is according to Bordeaux University salary grid depending on applicant experience. The position is limited for 3 years. Job location is in Bordeaux - France. Interested candidates should send their applications including CV with publication list and recommendation letters (names and contact information) and a written summary of research interests to fabrice.crivello(a)u-bordeaux.fr. Dr Fabrice CRIVELLO Mob : +33 (0)6 81 06 47 53 Tel : +33 (0)5 47 30 44 03 Fax : +33 (0)5 47 30 43 94 https://www.researchgate.net/profile/Fabrice_Crivello IMN, Institut des Maladies Neurodégénératives, UMR 5293 Equipe 5 : GIN, Groupe d’Imagerie Neurofonctionnelle, CEA - CNRS - Université de Bordeaux Université de Bordeaux 146 rue Léo Saignat - CS 61292 - Case 28 33 076 Bordeaux cedex http://www.imn-bordeaux.org/ ======================================= A cross-disciplinary (psychology, psychiatry, neuroscience) research program in translational neuroscience is set to begin at the University of Pennsylvania that will combine fMRI, TMS, pupillography, electrophysiology, and behavioral recordings in humans as well as in non-human primates to better understand how non-invasive neuromodulation affects the brain and behavior in circuits relevant to neuropsychiatric illness. The effort is headed by Drs. Yvette Sheline and Michael Platt along with collaborators at Penn (Oathes, Gold, Kable). A strong background in fMRI acquisition and analysis in psychology or psychiatry is required as well as willingness to learn TMS methods and to collaborate with NHP labs. Must be familiar with computer scripting such as Unix, shell, Matlab, R, Python, etc. and relevant imaging statistics. Additional background in signal processing for psychophysiological data is a plus. To apply, please send a curriculum vitae, a statement describing research interests and relevant background and three letters of recommendations, as well as relevant reprints/preprints of research articles to: Yvette Sheline, M.D. sheline(a)mail.med.upenn.edu ==========================