FYI
The MRC Cognition and Brain Sciences Unit (CBSU) is an internationally
renowned research institute with state-of-the-art cognitive neuroscience
facilities, including 3T-fMRI, EEG, MEG and access to neuropsychological
patient panels.
Applications are invited for a post-doctoral scientist in cognitive
neuroscience to join an ongoing research programme led by Dr Michael
Anderson at CBSU investigating memory, attention, and inhibitory
control. The primary objective of this position is to undertake
behavioural and functional imaging studies of healthy adult populations,
though computational studies would be a welcome complement.
You will have, or be in the final stages of completing. a PhD in a
subject directly related to Cognitive Neuroscience, plus experience in
neuroimaging, and be able to work independently on imaging and
behavioural studies. Research expertise in any one or more of the
following subjects would be especially welcomed: memory, cognitive
control, affect regulation, reward systems and cognition, attention,
PTSD, and Aging.
This is an open ended position. The starting salary will be in the
range of £26,022 - £28,746 per annum, depending upon qualifications and
experience. We offer a flexible pay and reward policy, 30 days annual
leave entitlement, and an optional MRC final salary Pension Scheme. On
site car and bicycle parking is available.
For inquiries, contact Michael Anderson, by email:
michael.anderson(a)mrc-cbu.cam.ac.uk
<mailto:michael.anderson@mrc-cbu.cam.ac.uk>. Further information on the
unit can be found at
http://www.mrc-cbu.cam.ac.uk
<http://www.mrc-cbu.cam.ac.uk/>. Background concerning our work on
memory control can also be found at
http://www.memorycontrol.net/
Applications are handled by the RCUK Shared Services Centre; to apply
please visit our job board at
https://ext.ssc.rcuk.ac.uk
<https://ext.ssc.rcuk.ac.uk/> and complete an online application form.
Applicants who would like to receive this advert in an alternative
format (e.g. large print, Braille, audio or hard copy), or who are
unable to apply online should contact us by telephone on 01793 867003,
please quote reference number IRC66029*. *
Closing date: 11th October 2012
Please note that I'll be leaving the CBU the 31st of August - My new
position (starting the 1st of September) will be held at the Inserm Unit
1077 in Caen (France).
From 1st of September onward, please send me email at:
pierre.gagnepain(a)inserm.fr
Dr Pierre Gagnepain
/MRC Cognition & Brain Sciences Unit/
15 Chaucer Road
Cambridge
CB2 7EF, UK
Tel: +44 (0) 1223 273701