FYI
---------------
The Insitute for Stroke and Dementia Research at the Ludwig Maximilian University of
Munich:
Research Fellow/Postdoc:
Functional MRI& EEG Neuroimaging in Dementia
RESEARCH FOCUS and RESPONSIBILITIES:
The research fellow/postdoc will work on multimodal imaging of human brain changes in
early stages of Alzheimer’s disease and cerebrovascular disease. The funded research
project headed by Prof. Dr. Michael Ewers has a strong focus on the combined acquisition
of functional MRI and high-density EEG along with other neuroimaging modalities. The
establishment of the fMRI-EEG task-related paradigm and statistical analysis will be a key
part of the responsibilities of research position. The fellow will work in a dynamically
growing neuroimaging team and is encouraged to bring in own research ideas.
REQUIREMENTS:
Research experience in EEG and fMRI of brain changes is strongly encouraged. An
independent work style and solid knowledge of programming and statistics is a plus.
Familiarity with biological or clinical aspects of Alzheimer’s disease is not a
prerequisite.
An enthusiastic, reliable and independent work style will provide a good fit for our
team.
OFFER:
Our institute offers an excellent multidisciplinary environment and state-of-the-art
multimodal neuroimaging equipment (3T MRI, high-density fMRI compatible EEG, molecular
PET). The research fellow will have clearly defined task definitions, access to all data
sets of the research project, and advanced technical support to facilitate efficient work
conditions. The fellow will work in a friendly, dynamic, and highly productive lab
(
http://www.klinikum.uni-muenchen.de/Institut-fuer-Schlaganfall-und-Demenzfo…).
The Ludwig Maximilian University of Munich (LMU)
(
http://www.en.uni-muenchen.de/index.html), Germany, and its clinics figure among
Germany’s premier and internationally competitive biomedical research sites funded by the
government’s German Universities Excellence Initiative. The Institute for Stroke and
Dementia Research (ISD) is a thriving new research-dedicated institution of the University
of Munich. Munich is an attractive city within the reach of the Alpes
(
http://www.muenchen.de/int/en/tourism.html).
Salary is according to TV-L. The position is limited for two years, with a possible
extension. Disabled
persons will be preferentially considered in case of equal qualification. Presentation
costs can
unfortunately not be refunded. For more information, please contact Prof. Dr. Michael
Ewers, Tel.: +49
(0)89 7095 8367 (E-Mail: michael.ewers(a)med.uni-muenchen.de).
HOW TO APPLY:
Your application - preferably in electronic form - with the usual documents indicating
the
earliest possible starting date should be directed to:
Klinikum der Universität München,
Institute for Stroke and Dementia Research
Prof. Dr. Michael Ewers
Max-Lebsche Platz 30
81377 Munich | Germany
E-Mail: isd(a)med.uni-muenchen.de