COGNITIVE NEUROSCIENCE SOCIETY NEWSLETTER MARCH 2006

Table of Contents:

I Welcome to the Newsletter
II Society News
III Announcements/Conferences
IV Positions Available

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I WELCOME TO THE COGNITIVE NEUROSCIENCE SOCIETY NEWSLETTER
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This newsletter is intended for CNS members only. It is a monthly
newsletter designed to update its members on events, job opportunities,
and related information in the field of Cognitive Neuroscience. The
Newsletter is emailed monthly to all current members. Membership and
contact information can be updated by logging into member's account. For
guidelines on submitting an announcement to the Newsletter, see
www.cogneurosociety.org/content/newsletter.


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II SOCIETY NEWS
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II ANNOUNCEMENTS/CONFERENCES
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* FINAL DEADLINE for illusion submissions: March 1st*
(Conference/Symposium/Event)
, , Neural Correlate Society

The deadline for illusion submissions is *March 1st*!

*No further extensions will be granted*

Submit your illusions to The Best Visual Illusion of the Year Contest
today!! http://illusioncontest.neuralcorrelate.com

Last year's contest was a huge success, drawing numerous accolades from
attendees and international media coverage.

In order to make the contest more easily accessible to a larger
proportion of the world's vision science community, and to increase the
public impact of this celebration of vision research, the 2006 contest
will take place during the same week of the VSS meeting, in Sarasota,
Florida. The contest will be held on Monday, May 8th, in the Van Wezel
Hall, during the VSS afternoon break: 3pm - 5pm.

Visual Illusion Contestants are invited to submit novel visual or
multimodal illusions (unpublished, or published no earlier than 2005) in
standard image, movie or html formats. An international panel of
impartial judges will rate the submissions and narrow them to the TOP
TEN. Then, at the Contest Gala in Sarasota, the top ten illusionists
will present their contributions and the attendees of the event (that
means you!) will vote to pick the TOP THREE WINNERS!

Illusions submitted to the 2005 contest can be re-submitted to the 2006
contest edition, as long as they meet the above requirements and were
not among the top three 2005 winners.

Submissions will be held in strict confidence by the panel of judges and
the authors/creators will retain full copyright. As with submitting your
work to any scientific conference, participating in the Best Illusion of
the Year Contest does not preclude you from also submitting your work
for publication elsewhere.

Submissions can be made to Dr. Susana Martinez-Conde (Illusion Contest
Coordinator, Neural Correlate Society) via email
(smart@neuralcorrelate.com) until March 1st, 2006. Illusion submissions
should come with a (no more
than) one-page description of the illusion and its theoretical
underpinnings (if known). Illusions will be rated according to:

. Significance to our understanding of the visual system . Simplicity of
the description . Sheer beauty . Counterintuitive quality . Spectacularity

Visit the illusion contest website for further information and to see last
year's illusions: http://illusioncontest.neuralcorrelate.com

Submit your ideas now and take home this prestigious award!

On behalf of the Neural Correlate Society: Susana Martinez-Conde
(Illusion Contest Coordinator)


Contact Information:
Susana Martinez-Conde, PhD?
Barrow Neurological Institute 350 W. Thomas Rd Phoenix AZ 85013, USA
Phone: +1 (602) 406-3484
Fax: +1 (602) 406-4172

smart@neuralcorrelate.com



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fMRI Experience Conference, June 27-30, Melbourne Australia
(Conference/Symposium/Event)
, , University of Melbourne

Functional magnetic resonance imaging (fMRI) is developing as one of the
most exciting areas of neuroscience. This conference offers students, early
career researchers and the more experienced an opportunity to interact and
learn from prominent national and international professionals in the
field of
fMRI. Confirmed speakers: Peter Bandettini (USA), Mick Brammer (UK), David
Donaldson (UK), John Foxe (USA), Aina Puce (USA) & Mark Jenkinson (UK).

Registration is FREE and there will be travel bursuries announced soon
on the
fMRI Experience website.

- Free Registration!
- Students and experts alike encouraged to participate.
- Abstracts due 17th March.
- Conference 27-30th June at the University of Melbourne.

http://www.fmriexp.com/8

Contact Information:
Hamish Innes-Brown
National Neuroscience Facility, Level 2 - 161 Barry Street, Carlton
South, VICTORIA 3053, AUSTRALIA
hinnesbrown@gmail.com
http://www.fmriexp.com/8


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Williams Syndrome 11th International Professional Conference
(Conference/Symposium/Event)
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Williams Syndrome
11th International Professional Conference
on Williams Syndrome

Richmond Marriott Hotel
Richmond, Virginia
July 23 & 24, 2006

Call for Papers
The Professional Conference on Williams syndrome will feature keynote
speakers, symposia, and poster presentations on a variety of topics
relating to Williams syndrome.  The Professional Conference will be held
immediately following the WSA family meeting.  We are particularly
interested in receiving abstracts on the following topics:
1. Brain Structure & Neuroimaging
2. Spatial Cognition
3. Language & Cognition
4. Molecular Genetics of Williams syndrome
5. Genotype-Phenotype Correlations

Keynote Speakers and Presentation Titles:
Karen Berman/Andreas Meyer-Lindenberg, National Institutes of Health
Neural mechanisms for altered cognition and social behavior in Williams
syndrome
Jim Hoffman, University of Delaware
Specialization and breakdown in spatial representations
Paige Kaplan, Children's Hospital of Philadelphia
Advances in understanding the genetic basis of Williams syndrome
Andrea Zukowski, University of Maryland
Grammar in WS: What's Typical, What's Atypical, and Why?

Submission Guidelines
All abstracts must be submitted at www.cogsci.jhu.edu/faculty/landau/
WSconference?.html.  Only abstracts submitted through this site will be
accepted.  Faxed, Mailed, or E-mailed abstracts will NOT be accepted.
Each Submission must include the following (see web site for format)
1. Title and abstract (max ~ 2 pages).  Abstract should include
statement of purpose, methods, results, and discussion.
2. Author information: Name, Title, Affiliation, Email address and Fax
number of presenting author
3. Preference for participation in symposia or poster presentation

Deadline for Submission:  April 1, 2006
There is a $25.00 fee per abstract submitted which is due by the 2006
Abstract Submission Deadline.  Payments must be made on-line at the WSA
website, williams-syndrome.org, through the WSA store or by contacting
tmonkaba@williams-syndrome.org to arrange payment by check.

The program committee will review abstracts and acceptance notices will
be e-mailed by early May.  For questions or further information, please
contact Whitney Street (street @cogsci.jhu.edu) or Dr. Barbara Landau
(landau@cogsci.jhu.edu).
        
    Submit abstracts:
    www.cogsci.jhu.edu/faculty/landau/WSconference?.html
    Submit payment:
    www.williams-syndrome.org

Sponsored by the Williams Syndrome Association, Inc.


Contact Information:
Whitney Street

street@cogsci.jhu.edu
http://www.cog.jhu.edu/faculty/landau/WSconference.html


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Symposium on Auditory Feedback and Speech Production
(Conference/Symposium/Event)
Speech Production Lab, Department of Otolaryngology -- Head and Neck
Surgery, University of California, San Francisco

On April 7th, there will be a symposium titled “Efference Copy, Auditory
Feedback, and Speech Production” happening at the University of
California, San Francisco.
This symposium is a satellite to the 2006 meeting of the Cognitive
Neuroscience Society. This full-day symposium will cover a selection of
topics related to how auditory feedback is used in speech production.
Topics will include:

-> Using MEG to examine the pitch perturbation reflex
-> Motor induced suppression of auditory cortex
-> Auditory motor interactions in speech acquisition and production
-> Use of auditory feedback in the songbird system
-> Efference copy and auditory hallucinations in Schizophrenia
-> Effects of altered vocalizations on auditory cortex in the monkey

Speakers will include:

John F. Houde, UCSF
Srikantan S. Nagarajan, UCSF
Frank H. Guenther, Boston University
Michael Brainard, UCSF
Theda H. Heinks-Maldonado, UCSF
Judith Ford, Yale University
Steven W. Cheung, UCSF

Please see the symposium website
(http://keck.ucsf.edu/~houde/CNS2006Symposium.htm)
for further information – it will soon be updated to contain the
symposium schedule as well as directions to the symposium.


Contact Information:
John F. Houde
513 Parnassus Ave., HSE800
San Francisco, CA 94143

houde@phy.ucsf.edu
http://keck.ucsf.edu/~houde/CNS2006Symposium.htm


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Affective Sciences Emerging (Conference/Symposium/Event)
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The Swiss Center for Affective Sciences, the Collegium Helveticum and
swissnex welcome all CNS attendees in San Francisco for an early 2-day
(free) seminar on “Affective Sciences Emerging: the interdisciplinary
study of emotion.”
April 6, Virtual emotions in human-computer interfaces
April 7, Neural architecture of emotion, emotional disturbance and pain
April 10, 7-10pm: Cocktail party & exhibit – free entrance, buffet &
drinks for CNS attendees. This event will also give us the opportunity
to celebrate the creation of the Swiss Center for Affective Sciences.
Location: swissnex, 730 Montgomery St. San Francisco (3 min. walk from
Hyatt Regency) – www.swissnex.org  415-912-5901 x 101
FREE, but please register:
www.swissnex.org/our-actions/events
For more information:
www.affective-sciences.ch
www.collegium.ethz.ch

Contact Information:


www.swissnex.org/our-actions/events


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Conference: Embodiment, ego-space and action (Conference/Symposium/Event)
34th Carnegie Symposium, Carnegie Mellon University, Department of
Psychology, Carnegie Mellon University

The 34th Annual Carnegie Symposium on Cognition will be held June 2-4,
2006, at Carnegie Mellon University in Pittsburgh. As conference
organizers, we invite you to attend and also ask that you disseminate
this announcement to your colleagues.

Details are available from our website - note that admission is free but
registration is required.

Please note that funding is available for junior scientists' travel and
lodging expenses associated with attending the symposium. Interested
applicants should send a brief statement of interest, a curriculum
vitae, and one letter of recommendation by April 21, 2006 to Genevieve
Placone <gingerp@andrew.cmu.edu>. We would appreciate it if you
could distribute this information to any interested individuals.

Thank you for your help in publicizing the symposium.

Sincerely,

Roberta Klatzky
Marlene Behrmann
Brian MacWhinney?

Contact Information:
Ginger Placone
Department of Psychology
346 Baker Hall
Carnegie Mellon University
Pittsburgh, PA 15213
Ph: 412-268-3151; Fax: 412-268-3464
gingerp@andrew.cmu.edu
http://www.psy.cmu.edu:16080/embodiment/

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Merck Summer Institute on Developmental Disabilities
(Conference/Symposium/Event)
The Sackler Institute for Developmental Psychobiology, Department of
Psychiatry, Weill Cornell Medical College

The sixth annual John Merck Fund Summer Institute on the Biology of
Developmental Disabilities will be held at Princeton University during
the week of June 25-30, 2006.  The theme this year will focus on the
neural basis of multiple forms of learning and maturational change.
Organizers: Bruce McCandliss?,  Brad Schlaggar, and BJ Casey.
Speakers: Maurizio Corbetta, Michael Crair, Fred Dick, Serena Dudek,
Josh Gold, Liz Gould, Bill Greenough, Argye Hillis, Bruce McCandliss?,
Alvaro Pascual-Leone, Russ Poldrack, Mark Seidenberg, Brad Schlaggar,
Regina Sullivan, Mriganka Sur, & Jason Zevin.

Distinguished psychologists, neuroscientists, and molecular biologists
will lecture on related topics in addition to leading hands-on workshops
on structural and functional imaging and computational modeling of
learning processes.

The Summer Institute is geared toward graduate students and postdoctoral
fellows and provides tuition, room, and partial board for attendees.

Applications are due March 30th. Application materials and further
information are available at:
http://sacklerinstitute.org/cornell/summerinstitute/2006/

Contact Information:
Alpana Choudhury
Sackler Institute
1300 York Ave, Box 140
New York, NY 10021
alc2018@med.cornell.edu
http://sacklerinstitute.org/cornell/summerinstitute/2006/


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III POSITIONS AVAILABLE
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MEG Research Associate (Faculty Position)
MEG Laboratory, Dept. of Diagnostic Imaging , Hospital for Sick
Children, Toronto, Ontario, Canada

We are seeking an MEG Research Associate at the assistant professor
level for development and support of clinical research in functional
brain imaging using magnetoencephalography (MEG). This position would be
cross-appointed as an Associate Scientist with the Research Institute.
Two main avenues of clinical MEG research at SickKids? are ongoing,
involving epilepsy and presurgical functional localization. The
candidate will be expected to help develop and facilitate other MEG
based clinical research within SickKids? including aspects within Brain
and Behaviour. The MEG-Lab is equipped with a whole-head MEG-system with
151 channels and easy access to a 1.5T research MRI.

Candidates will be expected to design, conduct and analyze their own
experiments and facilitate new collaborative MEG research with the
clinical community at SickKids? and at the University of Toronto.
Individuals with a strong motivation to work in a collaborative and
multi-disciplinary environment are encouraged to apply. Previous
experience in functional brain imaging, statistical signal processing,
psychophysics or cognitive/systems neuroscience is expected. Salary will
be commensurate with training and experience. Candidates are expected to
apply and obtain research grants from external agencies. Review of
applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is
filled.


Contact Information:
Dr. Margot Taylor, Director of Functional Neuroimaging
Department of Diagnostic Imaging, Hospital for Sick Children, 555
University Ave, Toronto, Ont. M5G 1X8, Canada
margot.taylor@sickkids.ca
http://www.sickkids.on.ca/humanresources/custom/searchjobs.asp?s=Find+a+Career&;sID=13&ss=Search+Jobs&ssID=36&ID=2426


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Director, CIR-CNS (Faculty Position)
, Department of Physiology, Southern Illinois University Carbondale

Southern Illinois University Carbondale (SIUC) invites applications for
the Director of the Center for Integrated Research in Cognitive and
Neural Sciences (CIR-CNS), a tenure-track position with a 12-month
state-funded salary in the Department of Physiology
(www.siumed.edu/physiology/index.php?action=director).
The candidate should have a doctorate, a strong publication record, an
internationally recognized and funded research program and leadership
qualities to promote multidisciplinary collaborations in the full range
of neural/cognitive/affective sciences.
Applications should include a cover letter highlighting interests and
qualifications, curriculum vitae, research summary, and contact
information for 5 references and submitted electronically:
physiology@siumed.edu or mailed: CIR-CNS Director Search Committee,
Department of Physiology, School of Medicine, Southern Illinois
University Carbondale, 1135 Lincoln Drive, Carbondale, IL  62901-6512.
Review will begin March 24, 2006.  SIUC is an affirmative action/equal
opportunity employer that strives to enhance its ability to develop a
diverse faculty and staff to increase its potential to serve a diverse
student population.  This is a security-sensitive position. Before any
offer of employment is made the university will conduct a pre-employment
background investigation.

Contact Information:

CIR-CNS Director Search Committee
Department of Physiology
School of Medicine
Southern Illinois University Carbondale
1135 Lincoln Drive
Carbondale, IL  62901-6512
physiology@siumed.edu
www.siumed.edu/physiology/index.php?action=director

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FULL-TIME NEUROIMAGING RESEARCH POSITION FOR PHYSICIANS (Faculty Position)
SECTION ON INTEGRATIVE NEUROIMAGING, National Institute of Mental
Health, National Institutes of Health

The National Institute of Mental Health (NIMH), a major
research component of the National Institutes of Health
(NIH) and the Department of Health and Human Services
(DHHS), offers a full-time research position for a senior
or junior physician at one of the premier research sites in
the U.S., the 300 acre Bethesda campus of the NIH, near
Washington D.C. which houses state-of-the-art neuroimaging
facilities (MRI, PET and MEG) dedicated to research. The
strong scientific environment and outstanding equipment
resources at NIH make this a unique opportunity for an
outstanding scientist/physician.  The position is open to
MD's trained in psychiatry, neurology, nuclear medicine,
radiology or other relevant field.  Senior physicians will
be hired at the Staff Clinician level; junior MD's will be
hired as Staff Fellows.  The successful candidate will be
part of a multidisciplinary team using neuroimaging to map
genetic and neurochemical mechanisms associated with normal
higher cognitive function as well as dysfunction in
neuropsychiatric illnesses such as schizophrenia, those
with genetic sources of cognitive dysfunction (e.g.
Williams syndrome), and other conditions such as normal
aging.  In addition to collaborative work within the team,
there is opportunity for outstanding candidates to develop
their own projects within the Unit.  Possible research
areas include 1) neurofunctional substrate of higher
cognitive function, particularly working memory and frontal
lobe, 2) neurofunctional bases of neuropsychiatric
illnesses, especially schizophrenia, 3) computational
neuroscience (statistical and systems approaches), and 4)
neurochemical underpinnings of higher cognitive function
and dysfunction.  Familiarity with computational and
statistical methods for neuroimaging (e.g. Unix, C/C++,
MatLab?, SPM, and AFNI) confers an advantage but is not
absolutely required.  Competitive stipends depend on level
of experience.  Letter of interest outlining experience and
research goals, CV, and three recommendation letters to:
Karen F. Berman, M.D.; NIH Building 10, Rm 4C101; 9000
Rockville Pike; Bethesda MD 20892-1365 USA.  Phone: (301)
496-7603; FAX: (301) 496-7437. karen.berman@nih.gov.

Contact Information:
Karen Berman, M.D.
NIH
Bldg 10,Rm 4C101;
9000 Rockville Pike
Bethesda MD 20892-1365 USA
karen.berman@nih.gov

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STAFF SCIENTIST NEUROIMAGING RESEARCH POSITION (Faculty Position)
SECTION ON INTEGRATIVE NEUROIMAGING, National Institute of Mental
Health, National Institutes of Health

The National Institute of Mental Health (NIMH) Intramural
Research Program, a major research component of the
National Institutes of Health (NIH) and the Department of
Health and Human Services (DHHS), housed at one of the
premier research sites in the U.S., the 300 acre Bethesda
campus of the NIH, near Washington D.C. with state-of-the-
art neuroimaging facilities (MRI, PET and MEG) dedicated to
research, is recruiting a senior staff scientist to join
the Section on Integrated Neuroimaging. Minimum
qualifications are a doctoral degree, post-doctoral
training, strong publication record, and demonstrated
expertise in analysis (computational and statistical
methods) and synthesis of neuroimaging data. The successful
candidate will be part of a multidisciplinary team using
neuroimaging to map brain activity as well as genetic and
neurochemical mechanisms associated with normal higher
cognitive function as well as dysfunction in
neuropsychiatric illnesses such as schizophrenia, those
with genetic sources of cognitive dysfunction such as
Williams syndrome, and other conditions such as normal
aging.  In addition to collaborative work within the team,
there is opportunity for outstanding candidates to develop
their own projects within the Section.  Possible areas of
concentration include 1) neurofunctional substrate of
higher cognitive function, particularly as regards working
memory and frontal lobe, 2) neurofunctional bases of
neuropsychiatric illnesses, 3) computational neuroscience
(statistical and systems approaches), and 4) neurochemical
underpinnings of higher cognitive function and dysfunction.
Stipends are competitive and depend on level of
experience.  Send letter of interest outlining experience
and research goals, CV, and three letters of recommendation
ASAP to: Karen F. Berman, M.D.; NIH Building 10, Rm 4C101;
9000 Rockville Pike; Bethesda MD 20892-1365 USA.  Phone:
(301) 496-7603; FAX: (301) 496-7437.  E-mail:
karen.berman@nih.gov.

Contact Information:
Karen Berman, M.D.
NIH
Bldg 10,Rm 4C101;
9000 Rockville Pike
Bethesda MD 20892-1365 USA
karen.berman@nih.gov



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NEUROSCIENCE-NEUROPSYCHOLOGY POSITION AVAILABLE (Faculty Position)
Neuroscience-Neuropsychology, Psychology, Queens College/CUNY

The Department of Psychology at Queens College of the City University
    of New York (CUNY) announces a tenure track position at the Assistant
    Professor level in Neuroscience – Neuropsychology starting
Fall, 2006.
    The candidate is expected to teach in the undergraduate and MA
    programs in Psychology at Queens College, and may be eligible to
    participate in the campus-based Doctoral Subprogram in
    Neuropsychology.  The candidate will be expected to establish a
    program of empirical research.
  Candidates must have a Doctoral degree and post-doctoral experience,
  must possess a record and/or commitment to teaching undergraduate and
  graduate level courses in Neuroscience/Neuropsychology, and must
  demonstrate a track record of empirical research productivity.  Although
  the research area is open, preference will be given to candidates who
  have a record of attracting extramural research funding.

  Candidates should submit a letter of application stating their research
  and academic qualifications, training and goals, a curriculum vitae and
  sample publications, and should arrange for at least three current
  letters of recommendation to be sent, by April 5, 2006, to:

  Neuroscience – Neuropsychology Search Committee
  Department of Psychology
  Queens College/CUNY
  65-30 Kissena Blvd
  Flushing, NY 11367-1597


Contact Information:
Neuroscience-Neuropsychology Search Committee
Department of Psychology
Queens College/CUNY
65-30 Kissena Blvd
Flushing, NY
11367-1597

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Director/Princeton Univ. Human Neuroimaging Facility  (Faculty Position)
CSBMB Human Neuroimaging Facility, Center for the Study of Brain, Mind
and Behavior, Princeton University

We are seeking an MR physicist with technical training and
extensive experience in functional magnetic resonance imaging
(fMRI) to help lead the Center's program in brain imaging
research.  Responsibilities will include oversight of technical
operations and support staff for the Center's 3T research-
dedicated MR scanner and associated facilities, as well as pulse
sequence programming and hardware development.  The
successful candidate will have opportunities for close
collaborations with neuroscientists, engineers, chemists and
mathematicians in both basic research and methods development
and for training and supervision of students.  Ph.D. required.
Preference will be given to individuals with prior experience in one
or more of the following areas: pulse sequence programming, coil
design, and the development of new methods for image
acquisition, processing and analysis.  Salary/rank commensurate
with background/experience.  More information about the CSBMB
can be found at http://www.csbmb.princeton.edu/

PU/EOE/AA.  For information about applying to Princeton, please
link to http://web.princeton.edu/sites/dof/applicantsinfo.htm
Applicants should send curriculum vitae, a research statement,
representative publications, and 3 letters of reference to Search
MR/DS, Center for the Study of Brain. Mind and Behavior, Green
Hall, Princeton University, Princeton, NJ 08544; or email
resumes@csbmb.princeton.edu with subject line SEARCH MR/
CNS/DS.


Contact Information:

resumes@csbmb.princeton.edu
http://www.csbmb.princeton.edu/

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Lectureship/Senior Lectureship in Cognitive Psychology/Neuro (Faculty
Position)
Exeter Centre for Cognitive Neuroscience, School of Psychology,
University of Exeter

Further particulars are available at
http://www.admin.ex.ac.uk/personnel/jobs2006_academic.shtml
The position is at a level roughly equivalent to US tenure-track
assistant/associate professor. There are excellent resources for
research in Cognitive Neuroscience (MRI, EEG/ERP, TMS, eyetracking), and
good links with researchers and clinicians in neurology and clinical
neuropsychology. We are interested in candidates who will augment or
bridge between our existing research strengths and/or who have specific
expertise in fMRI and other neuroscience techniques. See
http://psynet.ex.ac.uk:8200/research/cogpage.htm for information about
our current research. Applications should be received by April 7.


Contact Information:
Tim Hodgson
Exeter Centre for Cognitive Neuroscience
School of Psychology
University of Exeter
Prince of Wales Drive
EX4 4QG
t.l.hodgson@ex.ac.uk
http://psy.ex.ac.uk/eccn/

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Postdoc in Cognitive Neuroscience of Language (Postdoctoral Position)
Cognitive Neuroscience, Department of Psychology, University of La
Laguna, Tenerife, Canary Islands, Spain

A 2 -year postdoctoral position is offered (Marie Curie Fellowship) to
work on the cognitive and cortical representation of cued speech and
reading in deaf children using behavioural and brain imaging techniques.
The candidate should have experience within the field of Cognitive
Neuroscience working with event related potentials ERPs or fMRI

Contact Information:
Manuel Carreiras

mcarreir@ull.es
http://www.neurocog.ull.es

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MRI Analysis Position (Postdoctoral Position)
Hugh Garavan, Trinity College Institute of Neuroscience, Trinity College
Dublin, Ireland

Applications are invited for a data analyst to join the functional
Magnetic Resonance Imaging programme at the Trinity College Institute of
Neuroscience (TCIN), Trinity College, Dublin, Ireland.  The TCIN
facility, located on the Trinity College Dublin city-centre campus,
contains Ireland's first research-dedicated MRI scanners and includes a
7T small-bore Bruker animal scanner and a 3T human Philips scanner.  The
imaging facility is supported by senior physicists, technicians,
radiographers and administrative staff.  This exciting research
development provides a national facility with a mission to understand
brain function in both healthy and clinical populations.
To foster this research agenda, we are seeking an enthusiastic
researcher with computational expertise to provide analysis support and
analysis instruction to users of the MR facility.  The optimal candidate
would hold a PhD? or equivalent qualification, would have excellent
computer skills (including UNIX/Linux), experience in time-series
analyses and statistics.
Appointments will be made at the senior postdoctoral level scale with a
starting salary of €45k.  Enquiries to Hugh Garavan, Director of
Functional Imaging, 348 Lloyd Building, Trinity College, Dublin 2,
Ireland or by e-mail to <Hugh.Garavan@tcd.ie>.  Applicants should
submit a CV including the names of three referees and any relevant
reprints of published work.  Closing date for receipt of applications is
March 6th 2006.


Contact Information:
Hugh Garavan
School of Psychology, Trinity College, Dublin 2, Ireland
Hugh.Garavan@tcd.ie
http://www.tcd.ie/Neuroscience/


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POSTDOCTORAL POSITION:  NEUROIMAGING OF SPEECH PERCEPTION (Postdoctoral
Position)
Miller Lab, Center for Mind & Brain, University of California, Davis

We seek a postdoctoral scientist for an NIH-funded project investigating
speech perception in noisy environments.  Techniques used in our lab
include fMRI, psychophysics, high-density EEG, and neural network analysis.

Candidates must possess a doctorate in a relevant discipline (e.g.
neuroscience, psychology, engineering, medicine), a publication record
in peer-reviewed journals, and programming skills for data analysis.
Though not required, the ideal candidate would have neuroimaging
experience and a working familiarity with Matlab, linux, and any leading
neuroimaging packages (e.g. SPM, BESA).

The Miller Lab houses a state-of-the-art anechoic environment, a
128-channel EEG system, and outstanding computing resources
(http://mindbrain.ucdavis.edu/content/Labs/Miller).  We have full access
to two research-dedicated MRI scanners at the UC Davis Imaging Research
Center (http://ucdirc.ucdavis.edu).  Our lab is located in the Center
for Mind & Brain, a world-class research facility notable for its
dynamic and collaborative character (http://mindbrain.ucdavis.edu).

Appointment is for at least one year, with the possibility of extension
up to three years.  Position will remain open until filled, but to
ensure consideration please send applications by 15 Mar., 2006.
Anticipated start date between Apr. 1 and July 1, 2006.  Send cover
letter (or statement of research interest), CV, pdfs of representative
publications, and contact information for three references to Lee M.
Miller:  millerlab_01@yahoo.com.  The University of California is an
equal opportunity employer.


Contact Information:
Lee M. Miller
UC Davis Center for Mind & Brain
267 Cousteau Place
Davis, CA  95616
millerlab_01@yahoo.com
http://mindbrain.ucdavis.edu/content/Labs/Miller


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Postdoctoral position – Memory and the medial temporal lobes
(Postdoctoral Position)
Stark Lab, Dept. of Psychology, Johns Hopkins University

Applications are invited for a postdoctoral fellowship in Craig Stark’s
lab at Johns Hopkins University starting in the summer.  Research will
focus on understanding the division of labor within the human medial
temporal lobes with the primary tool being fMRI.  Additional techniques
(behavioral and amnesic patient) are available for suitable applicants
as are extensions of the research into further developing tools for
extending fMRI’s potential as a tool for cognitive neuroscience.
Successful applicants will have a background in the cognitive
neuroscience of learning and memory (e.g., from a behavioral,
neuroimaging, computational modeling, neurophysiological, etc.
perspective) and/or and be expected to develop and maintain a line of
research in a collaborative atmosphere.  Knowledge of fMRI and of
computational / statistical methods and software (AFNI, Matlab, Unix,
C/C++) are a plus.  To apply, send a statement of research interests and
CV to cstark@jhu.edu

Contact Information:
Craig Stark

cstark@jhu.edu
http://psy.jhu.edu/fs/faculty/stark.htm


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Postdoctoral position – Memory and the medial temporal lobes
(Postdoctoral Position)
Stark Lab, Dept. of Psychology, Johns Hopkins University

Applications are invited for a postdoctoral fellowship in Craig Stark’s
lab at Johns Hopkins University starting in the summer.  Research will
focus on understanding the division of labor within the human medial
temporal lobes with the primary tool being fMRI.  Additional techniques
(behavioral and amnesic patient) are available for suitable applicants
as are extensions of the research into further developing tools for
extending fMRI’s potential as a tool for cognitive neuroscience.
Successful applicants will have a background in the cognitive
neuroscience of learning and memory (e.g., from a behavioral,
neuroimaging, computational modeling, neurophysiological, etc.
perspective) and be expected to develop and maintain a line of research
in a collaborative atmosphere.  Knowledge of fMRI and of computational /
statistical methods and software (AFNI, Matlab, Unix, C/C++) are a plus.
 To apply, send a statement of research interests and CV to cstark@jhu.edu

Contact Information:
Craig Stark

cstark@jhu.edu
http://psy.jhu.edu/fs/faculty/stark.htm


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Postdoc in primate neurophysiology  (Postdoctoral Position)
, Neurobiology and Anatomy, University of Texas Medical School - Houston

A postdoctoral position is available immediately in the laboratory of
Dr. A.B. Sereno at the University of Texas-Houston Medical School to
study the neurophysiological basis of aspects of visual cognition that
relate to attention, short-term memory, intention, and eye movements.
Research will involve recording from prefrontal cortices of behaving
primates. Applicants should have prior experience in
electrophysiological techniques. Programming skills (e.g. Objective-C,
C++) and Matlab experience would be useful. The UTHSC-H is an Equal
Opportunity Employer: M/F/D/V. Please send vita, letter of interest,
names and contact information of three references to:

Nassim S. Seyedali
University of Texas Health Science Center-Houston
Department of Neurobiology and Anatomy
6431 Fannin St., Suite 7.160A
Houston, TX 77030
Nassim.S.Seyedali@uth.tmc.edu


Contact Information:
Nassim Seyedali
University of Texas Health Science Center-Houston
Department of Neurobiology and Anatomy
6431 Fannin St., Suite 7.160A
Houston, TX 77030

Nassim.S.Seyedali@uth.tmc.edu



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Postdoc in attention and eye movements in humans  (Postdoc Position)
, Neurobiology and Anatomy, University of Texas Medical School - Houston

A postdoctoral position is available immediately in the laboratory of
Dr. A.B. Sereno at the University of Texas-Houston Medical School to
study the basis of visual attention and eye movements in clinical and
normal human populations. Research will involve behavioral testing of
human subjects using non-invasive infrared eye-trackers. Applicants
should have prior experience and hold a Ph.D. in a related field (e.g.,
Cognitive Psychology, Neuroscience). Programming skills (e.g. C++,
Matlab) would be useful. The UTHSC-H Is an Equal Opportunity Employer:
M/F/D/V. Please send vita, letter of interest, names and contact
information of three references to:

Nassim S. Seyedali
University of Texas Health Science Center-Houston
Department of Neurobiology and Anatomy
6431 Fannin St., Suite 7.160A
Houston, TX 77030
Nassim.S.Seyedali@uth.tmc.edu


Contact Information:
Nassim Seyedali
University of Texas Health Science Center-Houston
Department of Neurobiology and Anatomy
6431 Fannin St., Suite 7.160A
Houston, TX 77030
Nassim.S.Seyedali@uth.tmc.edu




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Postdoc in Cognitive Neuroscience of Language  (Postdoctoral Position)
Cognitive Neuroscience of Language, Department of Psychology, University
of La Laguna (Spain)

Post-doctoral research position in Cognitive Neuroscience of Language at
University of La Laguna, Tenerife, Canary Islands, Spain

A 2 -year postdoctoral position is offered (Marie Curie Fellowship) to
work on the cognitive and cortical representation of cued speech and
reading in deaf children using behavioural and brain imaging techniques.
The candidate should have experience within the field of Cognitive
Neuroscience working with event related potentials ERPs or fMRI

Salary: 50672 euros year

Deadline for submitting applications: March 15th 2006

Applications, including CV, a statement of interest and two letters of
recommendation should be sent to:

Prof. Manuel Carreiras.
Departamento de Psicologia Cognitiva.
Universidad de La Laguna, 38205.
Tenerife, Spain.
Phone: 34.922.317515
Fax: 34.922.317461
e-mail: mcarreir@ull.es
http://www.neurocog.ull.es


Contact Information:
Manuel Carreiras

mcarreir@ull.es




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POSTDOCTORAL FELLOWSHIP IN FUNCTIONAL NEUROIMAGING (Postdoctoral Position)
SECTION ON INTEGRATIVE NEUROIMAGING, National Institute of Mental
Health, National Institutes of Health

The National Institute of Mental Health, a major research component of
the National Institutes of Health (NIH) and the Department of Health and
Human Services (DHHS), offers a two to five year post-doctoral
fellowship at one of the premier research sites in the U.S., the 300
acre Bethesda campus of the NIH, near Washington D.C. which houses
state-of-the-art neuroimaging facilities (MRI, PET and MEG) dedicated to
research. The strong scientific environment and outstanding equipment
resources at NIH make this a unique opportunity for an outstanding
scientist.  The position is open to 1) recent Ph.D.'s in psychology,
cognitive neuroscience, neuroscience, neuropharmacology, computer
science, or other applicable discipline or 2) M.D.'s with training in
psychiatry, neurology, nuclear medicine, radiology or other relevant
field. The successful candidate will join a multidisciplinary team using
neuroimaging to study genetic and neurochemical mechanisms of normal
cognitive function as well as dysfunction in neuropsychiatric illnesses
such as schizophrenia, those with genetic sources of cognitive
dysfunction (e.g. Williams syndrome), and other conditions such as
normal aging. Possible research areas include 1) neurofunctional
substrate of higher cognitive function, particularly working memory and
frontal lobe, 2) neurofunctional bases of neuropsychiatric illnesses,
especially schizophrenia, 3) computational neuroscience (statistical and
systems approaches), and 4) neurochemical underpinnings of higher
cognitive function and dysfunction.  Familiarity with computational and
statistical methods for neuroimaging (e.g. Unix, C/C++, MatLab?, SPM,
AFNI) confers an advantage but is not absolutely required. Letter of
interest, CV, academic transcripts, and three recommendations to: Karen
Berman, M.D.; NIH Building 10, Rm 4C101; 9000 Rockville Pike; Bethesda
MD 20892-1365 USA. (301) 496-7603; karen.berman@nih.gov.

Contact Information:
Karen Berman, M.D.
NIH
Bldg 10,Rm 4C101;
9000 Rockville Pike
Bethesda MD 20892-1365 USA
karen.berman@nih.gov

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NIH T-32 Postdoctoral Fellowship (Postdoctoral Position)
Neuroplasticity/Neuroimaging or Med Rehab/Clinical Trials, Physical
Medicine & Rehabilitation, Baylor College of Medicine

Three fellowship positions for Ph.D. and M.D. candidates are anticipated
to become available beginning April 1, 2006 in the areas of
Neuroplasticity/Neuroimaging and Medical Rehabilitation/Clinical Trials.
Starting salaries range from $37,000 to $52,000 and a benefit package is
included. Mentors are funded investigators representing clinical and
basic science departments of two medical schools and Rice University in
Houston. Commitment to two years of training to become an independent
investigator in one of the above concentrations and record of
accomplishments related to research are criteria for selection of fellows.

For more information about this NICHD-funded program and to view a list
of program mentors, please visit our website:

www.bcm.edu/pmr/html/education/fellowship/index.html

Please send curriculum vitae, statement of career goals,
unofficial transcript, and names of three references to:

Harvey S. Levin, Ph.D.
Cognitive Neuroscience Laboratory
Baylor College of Medicine
1709 Dryden Road, Suite 725
Houston, TX 77030
(713) 798-4860 • (713) 798-6898 fax • hlevin@bcm.edu

This program is available to U.S. citizens and permanent residents only.

Baylor College of Medicine is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative
Action/Equal Access Employer


Contact Information:
Harvey S. Levin, Ph.D.
1709 Dryden Road, Suite 725
Houston, TX 77030
hlevin@bcm.tmc.edu
www.bcm.edu/pmr/html/education/fellowship/index.html


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Post-Doctoral Research Fellowship
Two year fellowship available within the MossRehab? Research Institute
(MRRI), in collaboration with the University of Pennsylvania (Penn), for
research training in the following areas: Cognitive Neuropsychology;
Cognitive Neuroscience of Action; Cognitive Neuroscience of
Language/Aphasia; Cognitive Neuroscience of Attention and Executive
Function; Cognitive function following traumatic and non-traumatic brain
injury; and Cognitive Rehabilitation research. Research focuses on
normal cognitive processing, nature of cognitive impairments, and impact
of training and drug-based treatments. Available research mentors
include Myrna Schwartz, John Whyte, Laurel Buxbaum, Tessa Hart, Gerry
Stefanatos. Collaborations at Penn allow training in fMRI, structural
neuroimaging, TMS, and ERP (at both sites).  Candidates should have a
doctorate in neuropsychology; cognitive psychology; psychology of
language; rehabilitation medicine or related field, and be interested in
developing an independent research career.  MRRI/Penn are recognized by
a Rehabilitation Research Infrastructure grant from NIH (www.ncrrn.org).
Send CV and letter detailing research interests and goals to Kevin
Whelihan, Research Administrator, MossRehab? Research Institute, 1200 W.
Tabor Rd., Philadelphia, PA 19141, FAX 215-456-5926 or email
whelihank@einstein.edu





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Visuomotor intention, preparation, and reward (Postdoctoral Position)
Dr. Ingrid Olson, Center for Cognitive Neuroscience, University of
Pennsylvania

Applications are being accepted for a postdoctoral position at the
University of Pennsylvania’s Center for Cognitive Neuroscience. Our
center is a lively place to work with many other investigators and a
collaborative spirit.
Research resources include a 3T MRI scanner, TMS equipment, and access
to a lesion population. This particular position will emphasize studies
of the dorsal visual stream. More information can be found at http://
ccn.upenn.edu/~iolson/.

Expertise in programming (MatLab? or C++ ) is highly desirable.
Experience with fMRI or TMS  is useful. A Ph.D. in a relevant field is
required. You will be expected to acquire a working knowledge of TMS
within months of being hired.

One year of funding, on the NIH scale, is guaranteed. Please send your
CV that includes a detailed description of technical and computer
skills, and the names of 3 references to iolson@psych.upenn.edu.

The University of Pennsylvania is an Equal Employment Opportunity/
Affirmative Action Employer.



Contact Information:
Ingrid Olson
University of Pennsylvania
Center for Cognitive Neuroscience
3810 Walnut Street
Philadelphia, PA 19104
iolson@psych.upenn.edu
http://ccn.upenn.edu/~iolson/


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Postdoctoral Position


Headline: Exciting Position in Studies Linking Cogntion, Brain & Gene

The Laboratory for Cognitive Neuroscience

The Salk Institute for Biological Studies

Cognitive Neuroscience opening for an NIH funded interdisciplinary
program project to Dr. Ursula Bellugi,which is forging links between
cognition, social behavior, brain structure and function in genetic
disorders such as Williams syndrome. Research includes cognitive and
psychophysiological studies investigating phenotypic attributes of
specific populations (i.e., social phenotype). We are seeking highly
motivated individuals who can make a  contribution to the
multidisciplinary research program. Strong candidates will be from
Cognitive Neuroscience, Experimental Psychology or related fields.
Familiarity with computational and statistical methods as well as
experience in brain imaging, electrophysiology and/or psychophysioloy
and neuropsychological assessment is highly desirable.  Candidates
should email a letter of intent, CV, names of references, and publications.

  Dr. Ursula Bellugi, bellugi@salk.edu

 Contact name:  Lisa Correa

Contact address: The Salk Institute for Biological Studies, 10010 North
Torrey Pines Rd. La Jolla, CA 92037

 Contact email:  correa@salk.edu

 Website:  http://lcn.salk.edu

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FT RESEARCH ASSISTANT, YALE UNIVERSITY (Research Assistant)
Marcia K. Johnson, human memory and cognition, Psychology Department,
Yale University

Full-time Research Assistant for lab investigating human cognition and
memory using behavioral and fMRI methods.  Potential multi-year
position, ideal for someone with previous RA or similar job experience;
others with relevant interests/experience strongly encouraged to apply.
Accuracy, reliability, attention to detail are crucial.  Excellent
verbal/interpersonal skills and PC/MAC experience (e.g., MSOffice?, Adobe
Photoshop or other graphics applications) required.  Course work in
psychology, neuroscience and/or human experimental methods, and/or
experience testing elderly and/or neuroimaging participants,
pre/post-processing neuroimaging data, data entry or analyzing
behavioral data, troubleshooting computer hardware/software issues, will
confer an advantage.  Experience with LINUX/UNIX, fMRI-relevant or
experiment presentation software (e.g., SPM, BrainVoyager?,
psyscope/e-prime) helpful but not necessary—willing to train the right
person. Available June 5, start date negotiable. Send resume/3 letters to:

Contact Information:
Marcia K. Johnson, Professor
Psychology Department
Yale University
P.O. Box 208205
New Haven, CT 06520-8205
marcia.johnson@yale.edu
http://memlab1.eng.yale.edu/index.html

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FMRI OF MEMORY AND COGNITION (Research Assistant)
CABEZALAB, CENTER FOR COGNITIVE NEUROSCIENCE, DUKE UNIVERSITY

Full-time research assistant/programmer position in the
laboratory of Roberto Cabeza (www.cabezalab.org) at the
Center for Cognitive Neuroscience of Duke University
(www.mind.duke.edu). fMRI scanning is conducted at the
nearby Brain Imaging and Analysis Center
(www.biac.duke.edu), which includes state-of-the-art 3T
and 4T scanners fully dedicated to fMRI research.

fMRI research topics include episodic memory
processes(e.g., relational memory, emotional memory,
autobiographical memory), comparisons between episodic
memory and other cognitive functions(e.g., attention,
working memory, implicit memory), and the effects of
healthy and pathological aging.

Qualifications: B.A. or equivalent with background in
neuroscience, psychology, or computer science. All
candidates should have good computer programming skills.
Knowledge of Matlab, familiarity with statistics, and
prior research experience are desirable qualifications
(but not mandatory). Two-year commitment is requested.
Salary will be commensurate with experience.

Contact Information:
Roberto Cabeza

cabeza@duke.edu
www.cabezalab.org


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Research Assistant (Research Assistant)
Neuroimaging and Experience-based Cognition, Learning Research and
Development Center, University of Pittsburgh

A two-year full-time post-baccalaureate research assistant position is
available beginning May 2006. The ideal candidate would have a
bachelor’s degree with a strong record in Neuroscience, Psychology,
Biology, Cognitive Science, Computer Science, Philosophy, or related
fields.  We are seeking applicants with well-developed organizational
and interpersonal skills; excellent computer and quantitative knowledge,
and strong self-motivation. Previous research experience, including
behavioral and neuroimaging methods and analyses, is highly desirable.
Responsibilities will include subject recruitment, designing and
facilitating experiments, data analysis, and conference presentations.
Two-year commitment is required.

Applicants should email a cover letter and CV and have two letters of
recommendation sent directly by references to the address below.
Deadline for receipt of all materials is March 7th, 2006 with earlier
applications receiving priority review. The position will be filled in
March.

Contact Information:
Lori Koerbel
LRDC 627
3939 O'Hara Street
Pittsburgh, PA 15260
lkrbl@pitt.edu
http://www.ebc.pitt.edu


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RA Position in Social Neuroscience Lab (Research Assistant)
Emotion-Cognition Interactions, Center for Mind and Brain, UC Davis

Research Assistant needed in a social-cognitive-neuroscience laboratory
in a larger interdisciplinary neuroscience research institute.
Responsibilities include conducting behavioral and neuroimaging research
 in addition to administration of the lab. Applicant must have at least
a B.A. in a related field (Psychology, Cognitive Neuroscience, Applied
Math, etc) and must have demonstrated independence, motivation, and good
interpersonal skills. Experience with Matlab and SPM are preferred but
not required. Salary will reflect previous experience and skills.


Contact Information:
Jennifer Beer
267 Cousteau Place
Davis, CA 95616
jsbeer@ucdavis.edu
http://mindbrain.ucdavis.edu/content/Labs/Beer/


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Full-time position: neuroimaging and neglect patients (Research Assistant)
Cognitive Neuroscience Laboratory, Department of Psychology, University
of Toronto, Ontario, Canada

A full-time research position is available for a minimum of two years,
commencing in summer of 2006, to an applicant holding at least a
bachelor’s degree in Psychology, Cognitive Science, Neuroscience, or a
related field. Qualifications include both neuroimaging and programming
experience, in addition to interest in working with stroke patients. The
research assistant will be involved in patient recruitment and testing
in hospitals and rehabilitation facilities near the University of
Toronto. Additional training will be provided, and salary will be
commensurate with qualifications / previous experience.

Qualified applicants should send a letter of interest, CV, academic
transcripts, and two letters of recommendation to Susanne Ferber, Ph.D.,
at the address below, preferably by March 20, 2006. If possible,
candidates for the position will be interviewed at the CNS 2006 Meeting
in San Francisco, California.


Contact Information:
Susanne Ferber, Ph.D.
Department of Psychology, University of Toronto
100 St. George Street
Toronto, Ontario M5S 3G3
CANADA

ferber@psych.utoronto.ca
www.psych.utoronto.ca/~ferber

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Full-Time Research Assistant (Research Assistant)
Brain Development Lab, Psychology Department, University of Oregon

Full-time research assistant position in Dr. Helen Neville’s  Brain
Development Lab at the U of O (http://bdl.uoregon.edu). Research focuses
on brain plasticity with emphasis on language and attention systems in
adults and children using ERP and fMRI techniques.  Looking for a
self-motivated, flexible individual to assist in the collection and
analysis of ERP data from children.  Other aspects of the position
include analyzing behavioral measures, data management, general lab
maintenance, and participation in lab and project meetings.  Applicants
should have excellent computer skills.  Familiarity with a programming
language is desirable but not necessary.  Background in psychology,
neuroscience, biology, or linguistics, working with children and/or ERPs
is highly desirable.  BS/BA required; two-year commitment requested.
Salary commensurate with experience; full benefits.  Interested
applicants should send resumes including professional references. The
University is an Equal Opportunity, Affirmative Action Institution
committed to cultural diversity and compliance with the Americans with
Disabilities Act.

Contact Information:
Linda Heidenreich
Psychology Dept.,
1227 University of Oregon, Eugene, OR 97403-1227
lindah@uoregon.edu
http://bdl.uoregon.edu


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fMRI of Learning & Memory: Multi-Voxel Pattern Analysis (Research Assistant)
Computational Memory Lab, Department of Psychology, Princeton University

Full-time RA needed to help develop methods for decoding cognitive
states based on neuroimaging data. The RA's responsibilites will
include: Programming, running and analyzing data from behavioral and
neuroimaging memory experiments; developing new neuroimaging analysis
software (using Matlab); and maintaining lab infrastructure (e.g., the
lab website). The RA will be encouraged to engage in the full range of
intellectual opportunities available to members of the Princeton
Neuroscience community. Requirements: Bachelor's degree and strong
computer programming experience. Interested applicants should apply
online at http://jobs.princeton.edu, Requisition Number: 0600838

Contact Information:
Ken Norman
Dept. Psychology
Princeton University
Green Hall
Washington Rd.
Princeton, NJ 08540
knorman@princeton.edu
http://compmem.princeton.edu

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Research Assistant/Lab Coordinator (Research Assistant)
Frank Tong’s Lab: Perception and Neuroscience, Department of Psychology,
Vanderbilt University

A full-time research assistant position is available in Frank Tong’s lab
atVanderbilt University to work on fMRI studies of visual perception,
face and object recognition, visual attention and awareness.
Responsibilities includecoordinating multiple lab projects, assisting
with fMRI, TMS, and behavioral studies, and analyzing behavioral and
brain imaging data. BA/BS required.
Strong computer skills are required; experience with Mac, PC and Unix is
recommended; some experience with programming is preferred. General
knowledge in the areas of visual perception, cognition or neuroscience
is recommended. To apply, please send a CV, names of three references,
and a statement of interest. Position start date is flexible. Salary and
rank will be commensurate with experience. VU/EO/AAE.

Contact Information:
John Dewey
Vanderbilt University, Psychology Department
301 Wilson Hall, Tong Lab
111 21st Avenue South
Nashville, TN, 37203
john.a.dewey@Vanderbilt.Edu
http://www.psy.vanderbilt.edu/tonglab/




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Research Assistant (Research Assistant)
Neuroscience of Moral Decision-Making (Greene Lab), Department of
Psychology, Harvard University

Currently seeking a full-time research assistant to work on studies
related to moral decision-making and its neural basis.  This research
will use a combination of behavioral methods and fMRI.  Responsibilities
will include coordinating and testing human subjects, management and
analysis of fMRI data, programming stimuli, managing laboratory
computers, and supervising undergraduate research assistants.  There
will also be opportunities to make creative contributions to the
laboratory’s research.  Must have bachelor’s degree in psychology,
neuroscience, or relevant technical field.  Experience with fMRI and
computer programming (e.g. E-Prime or MATLAB) preferred.  Must be highly
motivated and have good interpersonal and organizational skills. Start
date: 7/06-9/06.  (Note that this is an unofficial announcement.  The
official announcement can be found at https://jobs.harvard.edu under
"research")


Contact Information:
Joshua Greene
Dept of Psychology
Princeton, NJ 08544

jdgreene@princeton.edu
www.csbmb.princeton.edu/~jdgreene

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 Research Assistantships, Philadelphia, PA (Research Assistant)
Language and Aphasia Laboratory, , Moss Rehabilitation Research Institute

The Language and Aphasia Laboratory of Moss Rehabilitation
Research Institute (MRRI) has openings for BA/BS-level research
assistants, beginning summer or fall of 2006. Under the direction
of Myrna Schwartz, the laboratory conducts NIH-funded research
on normal and aphasic language processes, with emphasis on
word and sentence production. Our RAs? are trained to conduct
research with language-impaired patients, including cognitive
experiments, state-of-the art lesion analysis, and computational
modeling.  Applicants should have strong academic backgrounds
in cognitive psychology, neuroscience or linguistics, with
coursework in statistics and research methods.  Preference will be
given to applicants with prior research experience. MRRI is part of
the Albert Einstein Healthcare Network and Jefferson Health
System. We offer competitive salary and benefits (medical, dental,
vision, tuition reimbursement). Send cover letter, C.V., and 2-3
letters of recommendation to mschwart@einstein.edu. Alternative
contact:  Myrna F. Schwartz, Ph.D., Moss Rehabilitation Research
Institute, 1200 West Tabor Rd., Philadelphia, PA 19141; Fax: 215-
456-5926.

Contact Information:
Myrna F. Schwartz, Ph.D.
MRRI
1200 West Tabor Road
Philadelphia, PA  19141
mschwart@einstein.edu


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Action, Motor Control, and Praxis Research Assistantship (Research
Assistant)
Cognition and Action Laboratory, , Moss Rehabilitation Research Institute

The Cognition and Action Laboratory of Moss Rehabilitation
Research Institute (MRRI) has an opening for a BA/BS- or
Master’s-level research assistant beginning summer or fall of
2006. Under the direction of Laurel Buxbaum, the laboratory
conducts NIH-funded research on normal and apraxic action,
comprising cognitive experiments, state-of-the art lesion analysis,
and kinematic/virtual reality applications.  Applicants should have
strong academic backgrounds in cognitive psychology or
neuroscience, with coursework in statistics and research methods.
Prior research experience strongly preferred. MRRI and
MossRehab? are part of the Albert Einstein Healthcare Network and
Jefferson Health System. The position offers competitive salary
and benefits (medical, dental, vision, tuition reimbursement). Send
cover letter and C.V. to lbuxbaum@einstein.edu, and have 2-3
letters of recommendation e-mailed to the same address.
Alternative contact:  Laurel J. Buxbaum, Psy.D., Moss
Rehabilitation Research Institute, 1200 West Tabor Rd.,
Philadelphia, PA 19141; Fax: 215-456-5926.

Contact Information:
Laurel J. Buxbaum, Psy.D.
MRRI
1200 West Tabor Road
Philadelphia, PA  19141
lbuxbaum@einstein.edu
http://www.einstein.edu/yourhealth/physicalrehab/research/article8959.html

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RESEARCH ASSISTANT, PRINCETON UNIVERSITY (Research Assistant)
Cohen Lab, Dept. of Psychology, Princeton University

Full-time Research Assistant position available in the laboratory of Dr.
Jonathan Cohen at Princeton University.  We use fMRI, ERP, and
mathematical modeling to study the neural mechanisms of control and
evaluative behavior in a variety of domains (e.g., cognitive, affective,
social, economic).  For more information, see
<http://www.csbmb.princeton.edu/ ncc/jdc.html>).  The lab has
extensive
computing resources and an in-house research-dedicated 3T MRI scanner.
Job responsibilities will include subject coordination, data collection
and analysis.

REQUIREMENTS: B.S./B.A. in psychology, neuroscience, cognitive science
or related field.  Familiarity with computer programming, statistics,
and neuroimaging are desirable.

PU/EOE/AA. To apply for this position please visit our job site at
http://jobs.princeton.edu, create an application and submit documents to
requisition # 0600859


Contact Information:
Leigh Nystrom
please use website below, req#0600859
nystrom@princeton.edu
http://jobs.princeton.edu
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Cognitive Neurophysiology Research Associate (San Francisco) (Research
Assistant)
Clinical neurophysiology of attention and memory, , San Francisco Brain
Research Institute & SAM Technology

Research associate for Federally-funded grants that focus on clinical
neurophysiological assessment of attention and memory in elderly,
pediatric, and other clinical neurological populations. This position
requires an educational background in human cognition, neuropsychology,
human neuroscience or a related discipline; a post-graduate degree is
not necessary. Prior work experience with human research is essential,
including subject testing, data analysis and a good ability to learn to
use new software. Pleasant interpersonal skills, excellent communication
skills and an ability to work closely with others in a small work
environment are also essential. This position offers the opportunity for
rapid career development based on achievement and is a good springboard
either to a professional research career or post-graduate education or
medical school.
SFBRI & SAM Technology ("the lab") (www.samtechnology.com)
(www.sfbri.org) is a renowned private human cognitive neurophysiology
lab and medical neurotechnology R&D firm located in downtown San
Francisco. Founded in 1980 by Alan Gevins, an MIT engineer and
internationally known cognitive neuroscientist, the lab may be unique in
its interdisciplinary integration of human cognitive neuroscience
research and neurotechnology engineering and product development. As
documented in 150+ peer-reviewed publications including 5 papers in
Science and many patents, the lab has defined the state of the art
across three generations of human neurophysiological and multimodal
brain imaging systems. Great non-bureaucratic working environment with
happy, smart people. To apply for the position, please email cover
letter and resume to jobs@samtechnology.com.


Contact Information:
Lita Sam-Vargas

lita@eeg.com
www.sfbri.org

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