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COGNITIVE NEUROSCIENCE SOCIETY NEWSLETTER NOVEMBER 2006
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I Welcome to the Newsletter II Society News III Announcements/Conferences IV Positions Available
**************************************************************************************************** I WELCOME TO THE COGNITIVE NEUROSCIENCE SOCIETY NEWSLETTER ****************************************************************************************************
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.
**************************************************************************************************** II SOCIETY NEWS **************************************************************************************************** Submissions: Just a reminder, submissions for Abstracts for the 2007 CNS Meeting will close on November 10th. To submit an abstract, please go to the event website:
http://www.taramillerevents.com/cns2007/guidelines.htm
Hotel Information: Make reservations soon at the newly renovated Sheraton New York Hotel & Towers, where all the meeting events are just a elevator ride away! This hotel also boasts a great location, just minutes away from famous New York Landmarks.
All meeting events will be held at and reservations may be made at the
Sheraton New York Hotel & Towers 811 7th Avenue at 53rd Street New York, New York 10019
Call Group Reservations before April 12, 2007 (however, the group block may sell out before this date) 212-581-1000
Satellite Symposia
If you would like to reserve space at the meeting hotel for a satellite symposia, please submit an application available on the meeting website: http://www.taramillerevents.com/cns2007/symposia.htm
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Winter Brain Imaging Conference, Switzerland, January 14-18 (Conference/Symposium/Event) Organizers: P. Vuilleumier, R. Dolan, & C. Michel, Dept of Neuroscience & Imaging Neuroscience, University of Geneva & University College London
We are glad to announce the second "Alpine Brain Imaging Conference" in Champéry (Switzerland), from January 14 to 18, 2007. The program and details can be found on the conference website: http:// labnic.unige.ch/ABIM07/
The deadline for registration and abstract submission is DECEMBER 10.
Given that that the number of rooms is limited, registration will be on a first-come first-served basis, so participants are encouraged to register early.
Then conference will feature 4 days of talks, with invited speakers who are experts in different aspects of fMRI and EEG in cognitive neuroscience, and there will be free talks and poster presentations by other participants. Featured sessions include the following speakers:
Jim Haxby, Princeton John Haynes, Leipzig Elia Formisano, Maastricht Tim Griffiths, Newcastle Mireille Besson, Marseille Stefan Koelsh, Leipzig Hugo Critchley, London Olga Pollatos, Munich Silke Anders, Tuebingen Emrah Düzel, London Olivier David, Paris Arnaud Delorme, San Diego
The schedule of lectures will offer sufficient time for both ski (morning) and science (afternoon), with optimal conditions for interactive exchanges and discussions between all participants. Champéry is a small village with excellent ski facilities, with more than 100 ski lifts and 500 km of runs, connected to the domain of the “Portes du Soleil” that link 14 different resorts across the Swiss and French border (see http:// www.champery.ch ). It can be reached easily and directly by train from Geneva Airport (approximately 2 hours), or Zurich airport (3-4 hours).
Contact Information: Patrik Vuilleumier Patrik Vuilleumier Lab for Neurology & Imaging of Cognition, Dept of Neuroscience, University Medical Center, Geneva, 1211 Switzerland patrik.vuilleumier@medecine.unige.ch http://labnic.unige.ch/ABIM07
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- FIRST CALL FOR SYMPOSIA PROPOSALS
- ASSC (Conference/Symposium/Event) , , ASSOCIATION FOR THE SCIENTIFIC STUDY OF CONSCIOUSNESS
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FIRST CALL FOR SYMPOSIA PROPOSALS
ASSOCIATION FOR THE SCIENTIFIC STUDY OF CONSCIOUSNESS 11TH ANNUAL MEETING.
Imperial Palace Hotel, Las Vegas June 22 - June 25, 2007
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The 11th annual meeting of the Association for the Scientific Study of Consciousness will be held from June 22nd to June 25th, 2007 in Las Vegas, Nevada (Imperial Palace Hotel). This is a first call for symposia proposals. The calls for tutorial proposals, abstract submissions and registration will be circulated at a later date.
ASSC11 is intended to promote interdisciplinary dialogue in the scientific study of consciousness. The overall goal of the conference is to promote the scientific study of consciousness in all of its forms. Following last year's successful symposia, ASSC members (or non-members who are planning to join ASSC) are again invited to submit proposals for symposia relevant to the overall goal of the conference. Non-members can also submit proposals for tutorials.
Symposia will address current empirical and theoretical issues in the study of consciousness, from the perspectives of philosophy, neuroscience, clinical medicine, psychology, and computer science.
For latest updates, please check the conference website:
http://assc2007.neuralcorrelate.com
The web site will be continually evolving, so please visit often for updated information.
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CALL FOR SYMPOSIA PROPOSALS
SYMPOSIA PROPOSALS MUST BE RECEIVED BY 15TH NOVEMBER 2006
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The Program committee invites proposals from ASSC members for symposia on any topic relevant to the scientific study of consciousness. Non-members are also encouraged to propose symposia but the proposer will be required to join ASSC if the proposal is accepted (see http://www.assc.caltech.edu for membership details; USD30 per annum for full members).
Symposia will typically have three speakers (plus Chair if not speaking).
Only the proposer need be an ASSC member. Each symposium is 2 hours long, and the Chair is limited to 15 minutes at the beginning to introduce the topic. The Chair will be expected to coordinate any questions and lead discussion after each talk.
Symposium/talks should be spread over topics in consciousness studies, paying close attention to areas that may have been overlooked last year or in previous years (see http://assc.caltech.edu/conferences.html for previous programs). ASSC has a strong preference for symposia proposals to focus on specific questions rather than a set of loosely related talks.
Accepted symposia will be subject to limited compensation for travel expenses (in discussion with the organizers) and registration fees will be waived. Participants will be expected to cover their own accommodation costs.
Since ASSC aims to cover general issues of interest to consciousness research in both breadth and depth, proposals may include multiple theoretical perspectives and/or multiple methodologies. The Program Committee may recommend changes in speakers to achieve program balance.
Send the proposal along with the following to Stephen Macknik (macknik@neuralcorrelate.com) as soon as possible but no later than 15th November 2006.
The submission should include:
- Chair's address with affiliation, email and phone number.
- Draft of the proposed symposium program with title.
- Summary of symposium (150 words) for use in printed material.
- List of speakers, affiliations, email and mailing addresses (Chairs should have prior agreement from speakers).
- Time allotted for each talk. Include time for discussion and questions.
- Summary or abstract of each individual talk (150 words).
- Audio/Visual requirements for each talk.
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ASSC11 Scientific Program Committee: Susana Martinez-Conde (co-chair), Stephen Macknik (co-chair), Marisa Carrasco, Zoltan Dienes, Allen Houng, Steven Laureys, Alva Noe, and Elisabeth Pacherie
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James Prize for Contributions to the Study of Consciousness (Conference/Symposium/Event) , , Association for the Scientific Study of Consciousness (ASSC)
Each year one prize is awarded for an outstanding published contribution to the empirical or philosophical study of consciousness by a graduate student or postdoctoral scholar/researcher who is within 5 years of receiving a PhD? or other advanced degree.
The 2007 prize consists of: a) An award of $1000 (USD), b) An invitation to present a plenary address at ASSC11 which will be held Friday June 22nd through Monday June 25th 2007 at the Imperial Palace Hotel in Las Vegas,Nevada (Travel, accommodation, and registration paid by ASSC), c) A lifetime membership in ASSC.
Nominations, including self nominations, should be sent to Phil Merikle, Chair, ASSC Prize Committee (pmerikle@uwaterloo.ca). The nomination letter should include a brief statement as to why the contribution is outstanding, and for co-authored publications, there should be a statement describing the nominee's role. To be considered, the contribution must be published or accepted for publication and be written in English. Electronic copies in PDF format of the contribution and the nominee's CV should be attached to the nomination letter.
Prize Committee:
Ned Block, New York University Chris Frith, University College London Christof Koch, California Institute of Technology Phil Merikle, University of Waterloo
Deadline for submission of nominations is December 15, 2006
Contact Information: Phil Merikle
pmerikle@uwaterloo.ca http://assc.caltech.edu/prize.htm
****************************************************************************************************** Developmental Cognitive Disorders Conference (Conference/Symposium/Event) , The Royal Society London, UK
This conference, which will be held on 2-3 January 2007, is to honour the work of Professor Uta Frith FRS on the occasion of her retirement. Uta Frith is internationally renowned for her work on developmental cognitive disorders. Her scholarly influence has defined contemporary research on atypical development, particularly in the fields of autism and dyslexia. This conference brings together Uta's former students and colleagues to discuss empirical research and theoretical explanations of the nature and causes of developmental disorders. Contributors will present current research on autism, dyslexia and conduct disorder from the perspectives of developmental psychology and cognitive neuroscience, against the back-drop of findings from typical development. Please see http://www.icn.ucl.ac.uk/dev_group/uta_frith.htm for more information and registration form.
Contact Information: Rosalyn Lawrence UCL Institute of Cognitive Neuroscience 17 Queen Square London WC1N 3AR, UK 0044 20 7679 1164 rosalyn.lawrence@ucl.ac.uk http://www.icn.ucl.ac.uk/dev_group/uta_frith.htm
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**************************************************************************************************** III POSITIONS AVAILABLE **************************************************************************************************** (Faculty Position) Cognitive Psychology, Department of Psychology, Queen's Unversity
QUEEN'S UNIVERSITY. Department of Psychology. A tenure track Assistant
Professor position is available starting 1 July 2007 or as soon as
possible thereafter, in Cognitive Psychology/Cognitive Science.
Applications will be accepted until 15 November 2006, or until the
position is filled. For further information see http://psyc.queensu.ca/ .
We seek applicants with a strong program of research and teaching in
Cognitive Psychology broadly construed. We are open to applicants with
interests including, but not limited to, high level language and
discourse processing, memory, attention, and cognitive aspects of
perception and action.
The successful candidate must hold a Ph.D. in psychology and have a
high-quality research program with the potential to link with other
strengths within the Department, including language and communication,
memory and attention, perception and action, and cognitive neuroscience.
The candidate will be expected to provide first-rate instruction within
our undergraduate and graduate programs, and to supervise undergraduate
and graduate students. Decisions will be made on the basis of
demonstrated research and teaching excellence, complementarity of
research interests with existing departmental strengths, and potential
for effective collegial service. Salary will be commensurate with
qualifications and experience. Queen's faculty are governed by a
collective agreement, see http://www.qufa.ca/ .
The Department has excellent facilities for interdisciplinary research
through links with the School of Computing and their Cognitive Science
undergraduate stream, the Centre for Neuroscience with its new imaging
facility (www.queensu.ca/neurosci/), the Biological Communication Centre
(www.queensu.ca/qbcc/), and the High Performance Computing Virtual
Laboratory (www.hpcvl.org).
All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadian
citizens and permanent residents will be given priority. Queen's
University is committed to employment equity and diversity in the
workplace and welcomes applications from women, visible minorities,
aboriginal people, persons with disabilities, and persons of any sexual
orientation or gender identity. Please send a letter of application, a
curriculum vitae, copies of recent publications, and letters from three
referees to Dr. V. L. Quinsey, Head, Department of Psychology, Queen's
University, Kingston, Ontario K7L 3N6. Tel (613) 533 2492; fax (613)
533 2499. e-mail:
Contact Information: Dr V.L. Quinsey, Head Department of Psychology, Queen's University, Kingston, Ontario K7L 3N6 psychead@post.queensu.ca http://psyc/queensu.ca
****************************************************************************************************** Assistant Professor (Faculty Position) Quantitative Position, Psychology, San Diego State University
The DEPARTMENT OF PSYCHOLOGY at SAN DIEGO STATE UNIVERSITY invites applications for a tenure–track appointment in Quantitative Methods at the Assistant Professor rank to begin August, 2007. Additional information and full text of ad: http://www.psychology.sdsu.edu/new-web/Ad_2006v2.htm. Candidates must hold a PhD? in psychology or a related area with a strong interest in basic and advanced quantitative methods. The substantive area of expertise is open. SDSU and the San Diego research community provide a very rich environment for interdisciplinary and collaborative work. Applicants should send a letter of application, a statement of teaching and research interests, evidence of teaching excellence (including student evaluations, if available), Vita, reprints or preprints, and three letters of recommendation to: Chair, Quantitative Methods Search Committee, Department of Psychology, San Diego State University, 5500 Campanile Drive, San Diego CA 92182–4611. Salary will be competitive and commensurate with qualifications and experience. SDSU is a Title IX, equal opportunity employer.
Contact Information: Kendrea Hiland Department of Psychology, San Diego State University, 5500 Campanile Drive, San Diego CA 92182–4611 khiland@sunstroke.sdsu.edu http://www.psychology.sdsu.edu/new-web/Ad_2006v2.htm
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Tenure Track Position (Faculty Position) Cognitive Neuroscience, Department of Psychology, Rhodes College
The Psychology Department at Rhodes College invites applications for a tenure-track position in Cognitive Neuroscience. Candidates must have earned a Ph.D. and previous teaching experience is desirable. The successful candidate will be expected to teach 5 courses each year (including physiological psychology, introductory psychology, and a course in the candidate’s area of specialization), establish an active program of research, supervise student research, and contribute to an interdisciplinary neuroscience major. There are numerous opportunities for collaborative work with colleagues at St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital, University of Memphis, and UT Medical School. Send a letter of application, curriculum vitae, statement of teaching and research interests, and three letters of reference to Dr. Chris Wetzel, Chair, Department of Psychology, Rhodes College, 2000 N. Parkway, Memphis, TN, 38112. We will begin to consider completed applications on November 1. Rhodes College is a highly selective, private, coeducational, residential, undergraduate college. We are an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity in the workforce. Please see our diversity statement at http://www.rhodes.edu/about/376.asp
Contact Information: Chris Wetzel, Chair Psychogy Department Rhodes College 2000 North Parkway Memphis, TN 38112
wetzel@rhodes.edu http://www.rhodes.edu
****************************************************************************************************** 3 sabbatical replacement positions (Faculty Position) multiple areas including Cognitive Neuroscience, Department of Psychology, Rhodes College
Assistant Professor of Psychology. Rhodes College invites applications for 3 sabbatical replacements with possible second year appointment. Candidates should have a Ph.D. or expect one by 2008 and have had previous teaching experience. The successful candidates will cover some combination of courses in the cognitive, personality, developmental, clinical/counseling, or neuroscience subfields. Send a letter of application, curriculum vitae, statement of teaching and research interests, and three letters of reference to Dr. Chris Wetzel, Chair, Department of Psychology, Rhodes College, 2000 N. Parkway, Memphis, TN, 38112. We will begin to consider completed applications on Dec 1st. Rhodes is a highly selective, private, coeducational, residential, undergraduate college, We are an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity in the workforce. Please see our diversity statement at www.rhodes.edu/about/376.asp
Contact Information: Chris Wetzel, Chair Psychogy Department Rhodes College 2000 North Parkway Memphis, TN 38112
wetzel@rhodes.edu http://www.rhodes.edu
****************************************************************************************************** Faculty Search, Assistant or Associate Professor (Faculty Position) Cognitive Neuroscience/Psychology, Department of Psychology, Drexel University
The Department of Psychology of Drexel University invites applications for a tenure-track Assistant or Associate Professor position in cognitive neuroscience or cognitive psychology, starting Fall, 2007. Applications are welcome from individuals with research interests in any area of cognition, though applications from researchers whose work has relevance to the enhancement or augmentation of cognition will be of particular interest. Current grant funding, or clear potential to obtain grant funding, is also desirable. Send a cover letter, CV, at least three letters of recommendation, and reprints of representative articles to psychsearch@drexel.edu, or by surface mail to Dr. Michael Lowe, Search Committee Chair, Department of Psychology, Drexel University, 245 N. 15th Street – Mail Stop 626, Philadelphia, PA 19102-1192. Electronic, rather than paper, applications are encouraged. Inquiries may be sent to the same e-mail address. Applications received 1/3/07 will be fully considered, although applications sent after that date may also be considered.
Contact Information: John Kounios 245 N. 15th Street, Mail Stop 626, Philadelphia, PA 19102-1192 jk342@drexel.edu
****************************************************************************************************** COGNITIVE/AFFECTIVE NEUROSCIENCE POSITIONS AT TEMPLE UNIVERSITY
COGNITIVE/AFFECTIVE NEUROSCIENCE: The Department of Psychology at Temple University is seeking two outstanding cognitive/affective neuroscientists for open rank, tenure-track appointments beginning Fall 2007. Candidates with research interests in any domain of cognitive or affective neuroscience (e.g., normal and pathological features of memory, perception, language, emotion, executive function, addiction, development and plasticity) are encouraged to apply. Temple University is devoting significant resources to building the cognitive and affective neurosciences, including the acquisition of a new 3T magnet for functional neuroimaging. The new faculty members will join recent hires in these disciplines. The successful candidates will be expected to forge links and collaborations with University-wide cognitive/affective neuroscience interests, and, especially with colleagues at Temple University Medical School. The successful candidates will be expected to build an energetic and visible grant-funded collaborative program of research at Temple. Applicants should send a curriculum vitae, a statement of research interests, a statement of undergraduate and graduate teaching interests, three letters of recommendation, and copies of representative publications to: Chair, Cognitive Neuroscience Search Committee, Department of Psychology, Temple University, 656 Weiss Hall, 1701 N. 13th St., Philadelphia, PA 19122-6085. Women and minority candidates are especially encouraged to apply. Applications should be received by November 30, 2006. However, we will continue to review applications until the positions are filled.
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TENURE TRACK POSITION IN COGNITIVE NEUROSCIENCE (Faculty Position) Cognitive Neuroscience, Department of Psychology, Union College
The Union College Department of Psychology is inviting applications for a tenure-track position in cognitive psychology or cognitive neuroscience at the Assistant or Advanced Assistant Professor level, beginning September 2007. Area of interest is open but could include sensation and perception, memory, language, thinking, or aging. Regardless of area of interest, we are especially interested in candidates who can contribute to the neuroscience program in some manner. A strong program of research and a commitment to undergraduate teaching are necessary. In addition to courses and seminars in area of interest, teaching responsibilities could include: introductory psychology, statistics or research methods as well as supervising honors research. Ph.D. by appointment date preferred.
The Psychology Department has 10 full-time and two part-time members. As part of our rapidly growing neuroscience program, the Psychology Department maintains an active research presence at Albany Medical College’s new Neurosciences Research Center which houses a 3T Magnetic Resonance Imaging scanner, and offers EEG/ERP, TMS capabilities. As a small liberal arts college, the department is unique in allowing undergraduate majors the opportunity to be directly involved with state of the art neuroscience research, as well as more traditional cognitive research.
Union is a private college founded in 1795 with a long history of excellence in the liberal arts, sciences, and engineering. Located in scenic upstate New York, Union is just south of the Adirondack Mountains, and is within 3-4 hours of New York City, Boston, and Montreal. The College and Department are concerned with excellence in teaching and ability to involve students in an ongoing program of research. The College offers support for faculty development in many ways including junior sabbaticals, start-up funds, travel funds, and internal grants. Teaching load is two courses per trimester.
Interested candidates should send hard copies of an application letter, curriculum vitae, statements of teaching and research interests, three current letters of recommendation, and evidence of scholarship and teaching skill, including teaching evaluations, if available, to Daniel Burns, Department of Psychology, Union College, Schenectady, NY 12308. Questions may be e-mailed to Burnsd@union.edu. Or visit our website at http://www.union.edu/PUBLIC/PSYDEPT. Applications will be reviewed starting December 1st until the position is filled.
Union College is an equal opportunity employer and strongly committed to student and workforce diversity
Contact Information: Daniel Burns Daniel Burns, Department of Psychology, Union College, Schenectady, NY 12308 Burnsd@union.edu http://www.union.edu/PUBLIC/PSYDEPT
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Position available (Faculty Position) Quantitative Methods, Department of Psychology, San Diego State University
The DEPARTMENT OF PSYCHOLOGY at SAN DIEGO STATE UNIVERSITY invites applications for a tenure–track Assistant Professor appointment in Quantitative Methods to begin August, 2007. Candidates must hold a PhD? in psychology or a related area with a strong interest in quantitative methods for research design, advanced data analysis, measurement, statistics, and program evaluation. Substantive area is open. The Department offers a Ph.D. in Clinical Psychology jointly with the Psychiatry Department, UCSD School of Medicine. SDSU and the San Diego research community provide a very rich environment for interdisciplinary and collaborative work.
To view the position ad: http://www.psychology.sdsu.edu. Review of applications will begin October 16, 2006 and continue until the position is filled. SDSU is a Title IX, equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against individuals on the basis of race, religion, national origin, sexual orientation, gender, marital status, age, disability or veteran status, including veterans of the Vietnam era.
Contact Information: Chair, Quantitative Search Committee Department of Psychology, San Diego State University, 5500 Campanile Dr. San Diego, CA 92182-4611 khilend@sunstroke.sdsu.edu www.psychology.sdsu.edu
****************************************************************************************************** COGNITIVE FACULTY POSITION AT THE UNIVERSITY OF COLORADO (Faculty Position) COGNITIVE PSYCHOLOGY, DEPARTMENT OF PSYCHOLOGY, UNIVERSITY OF COLORADO @ BOULDER
The Department of Psychology, University of Colorado at Boulder, invites applications for a tenure-track position in cognitive psychology beginning August 2007. The department anticipates hiring at the assistant professor level. The University of Colorado, Boulder, is committed to diversity and equality in education and employment. In that spirit, applications at all levels will be considered from those who would strengthen the department's diversity.
Candidates in any area of cognitive psychology will be considered, and all approaches to cognition (e.g., experimental, individual differences, computational, developmental, cognitive neuroscience) are appropriate for the position. The successful candidate will be expected to teach at the undergraduate and graduate levels, to supervise undergraduate and graduate students in research, and to maintain an active research program. Salary is competitive and dependent upon experience.
All applicants should send a curriculum vitae, a statement of research interests, a statement of undergraduate and graduate teaching interests, representative research papers, and at least three letters of recommendation to: Akira Miyake, Chair, Cognitive Search Committee, Department of Psychology, University of Colorado, 345 UCB, Boulder, CO 80309-0345. We will begin reviewing applications on November 3, 2006, and will continue to review applications until the position is filled. The University of Colorado at Boulder is committed to diversity and equality in education and employment.
Contact Information: Akira Miyake Cognitive Search Committee, Department of Psychology, University of Colorado, 345 UCB, Boulder, CO 80309-0345
Akira.Miyake@colorado.edu http://psych.colorado.edu/
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(Faculty Position) Cognitive Psychology, Department of Psychology, Columbia University
The department of Psychology at Columbia University seeks an Assistant Professor in the area of Cognitive Psychology to begin JULY 1, 2007. Candidates should provide evidence of excellence in research and a strong commitment to both graduate and undergraduate education. Ph.D. in Psychology or related field required at the time of appointment. Applicants should submit their vitae, including email address, copies of relevant papers, and arrange to have three letters of reference sent to the Cognitive Psychology Search Committee, Department of Psychology, Columbia University, 1190 Amsterdam Avenue MC 5501, 406 Schermerhorn Hall, New York, NY 10027. We will begin reviewing applications on DECEMBER 1, 2006 and will continue until the position is filled. Applications from minorities and women are encouraged. Columbia University is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer. For more information: http://www.columbia.edu/cu/psychology.
Contact Information: Cognitive Psychology Search Committee Department of Psychology Columbia University 1190 Amsterdam Avenue MC 5501 406 Schermerhorn Hall New York, NY 10027 shane@psych.columbia.edu http://www.columbia.edu/cu/psychology
****************************************************************************************************** Tenure Track Assistant Professor (Faculty Position) Cognitive Neuroscience, Department of Psychology, The Catholic University of America
The Catholic University Department of Psychology invites applications for a tenure track opening in Cognitive Neuroscience at the ASSISTANT PROFESSOR level beginning August, 2007. We seek an individual with specialization in human cognitive neuroscience or neuropsychology of clinical populations with a focus on early development, life-span development, aging or related areas. Applicants should submit a statement of research and teaching interests, a curriculum vitae, recent publications and three letters of recommendation to: Cognitive Neuroscience Search Committee, Department of Psychology, Catholic University, Washington, DC 20064. The Catholic University is located on a 200-acre campus in northeast Washington close to other major universities, medical centers and the NIH. Opportunities for collaboration and access to fMRI facilities exist at several neighboring institutions. The full ad describing this position can be found at http://psychology.cua.edu. The University and Department are particularly interested in receiving applications from members of underrepresented groups.
Contact Information: Chair, Cognitive Neuroscience Search Committee Department of Psychology The Catholic University 620 Michigan Ave, NE Washington, DC 20064 howard@cua.edu http://psychology.cua.edu
****************************************************************************************************** Child Language Position (Faculty Position) , Communication Sciences and Disorders, Northwestern University
Northwestern University Department of Communication Sciences and Disorders is searching for a tenure-track Professor at the rank of Asst. or Assoc., w/ research focusing on language disorders, learning, acquisition, and/or processing in children, and a vision to pursue translational research. Areas of particular interest include, but are not limited to, specific language impairment, autism, Down’s syndrome, speech-motor disorders, cochlear implants, and emerging literacy. Start date 9/1/07. Duties include development of a fundable program of research; teach courses in child language disorders & related topics, and service. An earned Ph.D. is required. To apply, send cover letter describing teaching & research interests/experience, a CV, reprints, and 3 rec. letters to the chair of the search committee (Prof Cynthia Thompson) by 12/15/06. Language Position Search, Communication & Sciences Disorders Dept, Northwestern Univ, 2240 Campus Dr., Evanston, IL 60208. Email ckthom@northwestern.edu for questions. Visit http://www.communication.northwestern.edu/csd/ for more info. AAEO Employer. S-101-07
Contact Information: Cynthia K. Thompson 2240 Campus Drive Evanston, IL 60208-3540 ckthom@northwestern.edu http://www.communication.northwestern.edu/csd/
****************************************************************************************************** FULL-TIME NEUROIMAGING RESEARCH POSITION FOR PHYSICIANS (Faculty Position) SECTION ON INTEGRATIVE NEUROIMAGING, NATIONAL INSTITUTE OF MENTAL HEALTH, NIH
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 areas of concentration include 1) neurofunctional and neurochemical substrates of higher cognitive function, particularly as regards working memory and frontal lobe, 2) neurochemical and neurophysiological substrates of reward, 3) neurofunctional bases of neuropsychiatric disorders (schizophrenia, Williams syndrome), 4) computational neuroscience (statistical and systems approaches). 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. DHHS and NIH are Equal Opportunity Employers.
Contact Information: Karen F. Berman, M.D. NIH Building 10, Rm 4C101 9000 RockvillePike? Bethesda MD 20892-1365 USA karen.berman@nih.gov
****************************************************************************************************** SENIOR STAFF SCIENTIST NEUROIMAGING RESEARCH POSITION (Faculty Position) SECTION ON INTEGRATIVE NEUROIMAGING, NATIONAL INSTITUTE OF MENTAL HEALTH, NIH
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 and neurochemical substrates of higher cognitive function, particularly as regards working memory and frontal lobe, 2) neurochemical and neurophysiological substrates of reward, 3) neurofunctional bases of neuropsychiatric disorders (schizophrenia, Williams syndrome), 4) computational neuroscience (statistical and systems approaches). 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. DHHS and NIH are Equal Opportunity Employers.
Contact Information: Karen F. Berman, M.D. Building 10, Rm 4C101; 9000 RockvillePike? Bethesda MD 20892-1365 USA karen.berman@nih.gov
****************************************************************************************************** Tenure-track Position (Faculty Position) NEUROIMAGING IN PSYCHOLOGY, Department of Psychology, THE UNIVERSITY OF NORTH CAROLINA AT CHAPEL HILL
THE UNIVERSITY OF NORTH CAROLINA AT CHAPEL HILL invites applications for a tenure-track position at the Assistant Professor level, to begin July 2007. We seek a faculty member who specializes in brain imaging related to either of two broadly defined areas: (a) neurobiological basis of drug addiction in humans or (b) social and/or affective neuroscience. This position will be associated with the Biological and/or Social Programs of the Department of Psychology, and also with the campus-wide imaging initiative, the Biomedical Research Imaging Center (BRIC). The BRIC provides a supportive environment for neuroimaging research. Facilities include a research-dedicated 3T Siemens Allegra for human MRI (http://www.med.unc.edu/radiology/mri/), a 9.4T small animal MRI, and SPECT, PET and CT scanners. Successful candidates will have a strong record of research productivity, the potential to develop an independent, externally-funded research program that involves doctoral students, and a commitment to teaching at the graduate and undergraduate levels. We will begin review of applications on November 15, 2006, although we will continue to accept applications until the position is filled. All applicants should submit the following non-returnable materials: curriculum vitae; statements of research and teaching qualifications; up to 5 p/reprints; and 4 letters of reference to the Psychology Neuroimaging Search, The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, Department of Psychology, CB #3270, Davie Hall, Chapel Hill, NC 27599-3270. The University and the Department have strong commitments to the principle of diversity, and we specifically invite and encourage applications from members of ethnic and racial minorities. The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill is an Equal Opportunity Employer. http://psychology.unc.edu/
Contact Information: Ginny Maisch
Department of Psychology CB 3270, Davie Hall University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill Chapel Hill, NC 27599-3270 Contact Phone: 919-962-2054 gmaisch@email.unc.edu http://psychology.unc.edu/general/jobopportunities.html
****************************************************************************************************** Tenure-Track Position (Faculty Position) Visual Cognition, Department of Psychology, University of Edinburgh
The University of Edinburgh, UK, invites applications for an Academic Fellowship in Visual Cognition. This Fellowship is for a period of five years and is intended to lead to a permanent (tenured) academic appointment at the end of the 5-year period. This is an ideal position for a motivated researcher, as it allows a focus on research without teaching duties in the early years of the appointment. You will engage in basic research and have the potential to collaborate actively with other members of the visual cognition community. Visual cognition is expanding at Edinburgh with the recent appointment of a Chair in Visual Cognition and Cognitive Neuroscience, newly appointed Lecturers in related areas in Psychology, Informatics and Neuroinformatics, existing and expanding neuroimaging facilities, and consolidation of vision researchers from across the university within George Square. Candidates with research interests in any area of human visual cognition are encouraged to apply, including (but not limited to) visual attention, visual search, eye movement control, visually guided action, object and scene perception and recognition, and visual memory. You might use one or more methodologies including psychophysics, behavioural methods, eyetracking, computational or mathematical modeling, and cognitive neuroimaging. You will complement and extend existing strengths in the visual cognition group within Psychology.
You will have the opportunity to take part in the growth of one of the leading centres for cognitive science, neuroscience, cognition and computation worldwide, based in one of the most attractive and culturally rich cities in Europe. Ongoing research is supported by substantial funding from UK and overseas research councils and the Wellcome Trust, as well as through a significant portfolio of industrial collaborations and research contracts.
You should have a PhD? or equivalent experience. Salary scale: £20645-£45166 Grade up to AT3. For established investigators, preference will be given to those candidates who have a record in applying for, and being successful in obtaining research funding.
Informal enquiries may be addressed to Professor John M. Henderson, email John.M.Henderson@ed.ac.uk
Apply online plus a CV, list of publications, and a statement of research interests (www.jobs.ed.ac.uk). Alternatively, telephone the recruitment line on 0131 650 2511. Ref: 3006335TH. Closing date: 1 December 2006.
Committed to Equality and Diversity
Contact Information: John M. Henderson Psychology 7 George Square University of Edinburgh Edinburgh UK EH8 9JZ john.m.henderson@ed.ac.uk http://www.jobs.ed.ac.uk/
****************************************************************************************************** Junior Faculty position in Autism Neuroimaging Research (Faculty Position) The Treatment and Research Institute on Autism Disorders, Department of Psychiatry and the Kennedy Center, Vanderbilt University
The Treatment and Research Institute on Autism Disorders (TRIAD) of the Vanderbilt Kennedy Center and the Vanderbilt University Department of Psychiatry invite applications for a tenure track Assistant Professor faculty position focusing on neuroimaging research in pediatric autism. This is a full-time position open to applicants having a Ph.D. or M.D. degree. Prior experience in autism research and pediatric neuroimaging is preferred. Job requirements are flexible and may include clinical services. The Vanderbilt Kennedy Center for Research on Human Development (http://www.kc.vanderbilt.edu/kennedy/) is an interdisciplinary research, training, diagnosis, and treatment institute that brings together scientists and practitioners in behavior, education, genetics, and neuroscience to work together in unique ways to solve the mysteries of development and learning. The Vanderbilt Department of Psychiatry is undergoing a major expansion of psychiatric research with a focus on neuroimaging and genetics of psychiatric disorders. Salary is commensurate with prior training and experience. Interested applicants should send their CV to Dr. Ronald L. Cowan, Director, Psychiatric Neuroimaging Program, 1500 21st Avenue South, Suite 3000, Nashville, TN 37212.
Contact Information: Ronald Cowan Director, Psychiatric Neuroimaging Program, 1500 21st Avenue South, Suite 3000, Nashville, TN 37212 ronald.l.cowan@vanderbilt.edu
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FACULTY POSITIONS (Faculty Position) Behavioral, Cognitive, and Social/Affective Neuroscience, Department of Psychology and Neuroscience, Duke University
The Department of Psychology and Neuroscience at Duke University seeks to fill positions in behavioral neuroscience, cognitive psychology/cognitive neuroscience, and social/affective neuroscience. The mission of the newly formed Department of Psychology and Neuroscience is to integrate the behavioral and social sciences with the brain and health sciences. The department will be the primary locus of the neuroscience of behavior in the College of Arts and Sciences and home of the diverse subdisciplines of psychology at Duke. We are seeking outstanding applicants who are experts in their fields and who wish to further integrate their research and teaching across psychology and neuroscience and beyond the traditional boundaries of the discipline. We anticipate up to eleven new hires over the next several years, including open-rank (with tenure or tenure track) hires this year in: Behavioral Neuroscience. We are particularly interested in applicants with interdisciplinary research programs aimed at understanding the neural mechanisms of behavior, and whose research combines systems neuroscience and/or molecular genetic approaches with developmental or neuroendocrine aspects of cognition and motivation. First-class research facilities for the study of brain-behavior relations in small animals are available in Duke's new Genome Science Research Building II.
Cognitive Psychology/Cognitive Neuroscience. We seek applicants in the areas of cognitive psychology and cognitive neuroscience who study high level cognition in humans purely behaviorally or who integrate behavioral and neuroscience research. The position is also open to researchers who use a developmental or lifespan approach to the study of cognition.
Social/Affective Neuroscience. We seek applicants with interdisciplinary research programs in all areas of social/affective neuroscience that might include, but are not limited to, social and affective perception, personality and neurogenomics, neuroeconomics, emotion and self regulation, emotion-cognition interactions, stress, anxiety and mood disorders, and drug addiction.
Available human research facilities include research-dedicated 3T and 4T MRI scanners, state-of-the-art EEG equipment, a fully-immersive virtual reality environment, and patient clinics at Duke Hospital and the Durham VAMC. All new hires will have the opportunity to participate in related cross-departmental programs, including the Brain Imaging and Analysis Center, the Center for Cognitive Neuroscience, the Center for Neuroeconomic Studies, the Institute for Genome Sciences and Policy, the Social Science Research Institute, and the Institute of Mind, Brain, Genes and Behavior, which is currently under development. Faculty responsibilities include undergraduate and graduate teaching, as well as the development of a nationally recognized research program.
Applications should include a curriculum vitae, statement of research and teaching interests, 3 letters of recommendation (junior candidates)or names of referees (senior candidates), and selected publications. Please indicate in a cover letter which of the three areas is most appropriate for the application. Mail to: Chair, “Area” Search Committee, Department of Psychology and Neuroscience, 9 Flowers Drive, Box 90086, Duke University, Durham, NC 27708. Applications received by December 1 will be guaranteed consideration. Duke University is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer.
Contact Information: Dr. Kevin LaBar? Box 90086 Dept. Psychology and Neuroscience, Duke University, Durham, NC 27708 klabar@duke.edu http://www.psych.duke.edu
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Cognitive Neural Engineering (Faculty Position) , Biomedical Engineering and the Center for Cog. Neuroscience, Duke University
The Department of Biomedical Engineering at Duke University invites applications for a tenure track faculty position in the area of cognitive neural engineering.
We are seeking candidates in quantitative systems-level analysis of neural processes related to cognitive functions who have demonstrated a strong commitment to excellence in both scholarly research and innovative teaching. The recruitment is being carried out jointly with Duke's Center for Cognitive Neuroscience, in which the individual would also have an appointment, and we are seeking persons committed to establishing multidisciplinary collaborations with other researchers.
Successful candidates must demonstrate an ability to develop a first-rate research program, be capable of obtaining competitive external research funding, and actively participate in and be committed to outstanding teaching at both the undergraduate and graduate levels. Applicants at all academic levels are encouraged.
Duke University is an affirmative action equal opportunity employer that is committed to increasing the cultural and intellectual diversity of its faculty.
Applications should be submitted electronically and must include: a cover letter; a curriculum vitae; a statement of research describing past, present and planned future activities; a statement of teaching experience and philosophy; and, the names and contact information for at least three references.
Applications must be received by December 15, 2006 to ensure full consideration.
Chair, Neural Engineering Search Committee Department of Biomedical Engineering Duke University, Box 90281 Durham, NC 27708-0281 tracy.capella@duke.edu
Contact Information: Tracy Capella
tracy.capella@duke.edu www.bme.duke.edu, www.mind.duke.edu
****************************************************************************************************** The University of Oregon Psychology Department invites applications for a tenure related position in Clinical Psychology at the assistant professor level to begin September 2007, contingent upon final administrative approval. We are seeking active researchers who are committed to excellence in teaching and who actively integrate clinical work and training with an ongoing program of research. Area of interest is open. The clinical psychology program is accredited by the American Psychological Association, comprising a research-oriented faculty with broad interests in psychology as a clinical science. Ph.D. by Fall 2007 required. Candidates who promote and enhance diversity are strongly desired. Eligibility for licensure in the State of Oregon is also desirable. Please send a curriculum vita, reprints, and arrange for at least three letters of recommendation to be sent to: Clinical Search Committee, Department of Psychology, 1227 University of Oregon, Eugene, OR, 97403-1227. To be assured of full review, applications should be received by December 1, 2006. Complete applications will be reviewed upon receipt. Position is open until filled. The University of Oregon is an EOE/AA/ADA institution committed to cultural diversity; women and minorities are encouraged to apply.
Rebecca Goodrich Manager of Academic Administration Department of Psychology 1227 University of Oregon Eugene, OR 97403-1227
Telephone 541 346-4920 FAX 541 346-4911 ****************************************************************************************************** Computational modeling in the south of France
A post-doctoral position is open at the Laboratoire de Psychologie Cognitive, a CNRS lab at the University of Provence, Marseille, France (http://www.up.univ-mrs.fr/wlpc). The person hired on this position will participate in a large-scale project on modeling reading acquisition, and will be specifically involved in developing and testing both supervised and unsupervised learning algorithms applied to the development of orthographic representations and spelling-sound correspondences during the process of learning to read. The ideal candidate will have appropriate programming skills (C, Matlab) and experience in developing neural network simulations of cognitive processes, with a Ph.D in cognitive science or cognitive psychology.
Provisional start date – January 1st 2007. Send application with CV plus names and contact information for two referees to: Jonathan Grainger - grainger@up.univ-mrs.fr Director Laboratoire de Psychologie Cognitive Université de Provence 3 pl. Victor Hugo 13331 Marseille France ********************************************************************** POSTDOCTORAL POSITION IN COGNITIVE NEUROSCIENCE (Postdoctoral Position) Laboratory of Dr. Daniel Weissman, Department of Psychology, University of Michigan at Ann Arbor
A full-time postdoctoral position in cognitive neuroscience is available as early as January 1, 2007. The postdoctoral position is ideal for a recent PhD? who would like to gain experience with using fMRI in creative ways to investigate various aspects of attention and cognitive control. Candidates should be independent thinkers who would like to work as part of a team to carry out research projects. Candidates should have previous experience conducting fMRI experiments, analyzing fMRI data, and programming in MATLAB. Additional experience with behavioral and EEG methods would also be attractive. Interested applicants should send a resume and contact information for 2-3 references to Dr. Weissman at danweiss@umich.edu.
Contact Information: Dr. Daniel Weissman 530 Church Street Ann Arbor, MI 48109 danweiss@umich.edu
****************************************************************************************************** University of Pittsburgh LRDC Post-Docs in Reading & Language
Openings exist in two categories of post-docs in the LRDC Reading and Language Laboratories: (1) IES Reading and Language Post-doctoral Fellows. These combine laboratory (behavioral, ERP, & eye-tracking) and classroom studies of reading comprehension and vocabulary learning. Applicants must be U.S. citizens or permanent residents with PhDs? in cognitive psychology, education, or related fields. The post-doc is designed to promote career interests that combine basic reading science and educational science. (2) Basic reading and language post-docs, with an emphasis on ERP (or fMRI) research methods applied to reading and language issues, including second language processes. ERP experience is desirable in addition to a PhD? in cognitive psychology. No citizenship restrictions. For either category send CV and references to Charles Perfetti, University Professor of Psychology, LRDC, University of Pittsburgh, Pittsburgh, PA 15260. Start dates are flexible from January 1– September 2007. Applications should be received by Feb 1 for a September start date. The University of Pittsburgh is an Affirmative Action, Equal Opportunity Employer. Women and members of under-represented minority groups are especially encouraged to apply.
****************************************************************************************************** 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 areas of concentration include 1) neurofunctional and neurochemical substrates of higher cognitive function, particularly as regards working memory and frontal lobe, 2) neurochemical and neurophysiological substrates of reward, 3) neurofunctional bases of neuropsychiatric disorders (schizophrenia, Williams syndrome), 4) computational neuroscience (statistical and systems approaches). 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, 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. DHHS and NIH are Equal Opportunity Employers.
Contact Information: Karen Berman, M.D. NIH Building 10, Rm 4C101; 9000 Rockville Pike Bethesda MD 20892-1365 USA. karen.berman@nih.gov
****************************************************************************************************** Cognitive neuroscience of attention and social perception (Postdoctoral Position) Woldorff and Pelphrey labs, Ctr. Cog. Neuroscience, Psychology & Neuroscience, Duke University
We are currently accepting applications for an NINDS-funded postdoctoral position to study the neural and cognitive interactions between visual attention and social perception, particularly those related to the processing of faces and eye gaze. These studies, which are a joint endeavor of the laboratories of Dr. Marty Woldorff and Dr. Kevin Pelphrey, will employ both fMRI and ERPs to investigate these interactions in order to delineate the brain areas involved and the timing and sequence of their activations, thereby enhancing our understanding of the underlying mechanisms. Excellent research resources and environment, including high-density ERP recording facilities and state-of-the-art 3T and 4T MRI scanners fully dedicated to neuroimaging research. Nearby clinical resources include Duke Hospital and the adjacent Durham VA Hospital. International collaborative arrangements also allow for full access to state-of-the-art MEG facilities. Desirable candidates will have a background in attention and/or social perception research, some expertise in either fMRI or ERP (or MEG) methods, and strong computer skills. For additional information, contact Dr. Woldorff at woldorff@duke.edu or Dr. Pelphrey at kevin.pelphrey@duke.edu. To apply, please email a cover letter, a CV, and contact information for three potential references to:
Marty Woldorff, Ph.D. Associate Director, Center for Cognitive Neuroscience, Duke University Email: woldorff@duke.edu Tel: 919-681-0604 Center website: www.mind.duke.edu Lab website: www.mind.duke.edu/woldorfflab
Contact Information: Marty Woldorff or Kevin Pelphrey
woldorff@duke.edu or kevin.pelphrey@duke.edu
****************************************************************************************************** UNIQUE OPPORTUNITY - GEORGETOWN, NIH, and UMd? (Research Assistant) Aphasia Research, , National Rehabilitation Hospital, Washington DC
Unique opportunity to play a key role in multiple aphasia research programs funded by Georgetown University, the National Institutes of Health and the University of Maryland-College Park in cooperation with the National Rehabilitation Hospital. Primary duties include identifying appropriate patients from the NRH, maintaining a simple patient database, and coordinating patient participation across the three research programs. Duties may also include recruiting patients on a broader scale, and conducting initial patient testing. There will be opportunity to interact with the three research labs and learn about neuropsychological research methodologies (behavioral, fMRI, ERP, and MEG) and designs, including treatment paradigms.
We seek a self-motivated, independent worker who is able to communicate well with researchers, therapists, physicians, patients and their families. Minimum requirements include a Bachelor’s degree in Psychology, Cognitive Science, Linguistics, Speech-Language Pathology, or a related field, and willingness to travel to various NRH satellite sites on a regular basis (all in the DC metro area). The ideal candidate will have experience in research and interacting with patients, and be willing to commit to the position for two years. Please send a cover letter, resume and two letters of recommendation to Matt Elrod.
Contact Information: Matt Elrod 102 Irving St NW Washington, D.C. 20010 202 877 1359 matt.elrod@medstar.net
****************************************************************************************************** PhD?-student position "Segregation and connectivity" (Graduate Student Position) , , F.C. Donders Centre for Cognitive Neuroimaging
PhD? Segregation and connectivity in the human language system This PhD? project will investigate how different anatomical regions used in language comprehension and speech production can be characterized by means of their anatomical, functional and effective connectivities. The project will recruit a group of subjects and initially investigate their intrinsic connectivity using white-matter fibre-tracking (by means of diffusion tensor imaging) and resting state fMRI (functional connectivity analysis). In subsequent functional experiments the initial data will be used to determine the extent to which the intrinsic structure determines the activation pattern and effective connectivity in language. The FC Donders Centre possesses state of the art MR systems at 1.5 T, 3 T, and 7 T. Considerable in-house expertise regarding language, fMRI and various methods of connectivity analysis is present. The project involves the ability to perform non-conventional data analyses and to conduct and analyse fMR experiments. The PhD? student will be a member of both the PI group ‘Neurocognition of Language’ and that of ‘MR methods for Cognitive Neuroscience’ Requirements We require a university graduate with an interest in both language and in advanced neuroimaging techniques Conditions of employment The successful candidate(s) will work in the F.C. Donders Centre for Cognitive Neuroimaging, a state-of-the-art facility equipped with two Siemens MR systems, a whole-head MEG, three EEG laboratories and high-performance computing resources.
Employment: 1,0 (fte) Maximum salary: € 2.472 Euro (salary commensurate with experience). Duration of contract: 4 years, with the possibility a subsequent training position. Start date: flexible Additional information More information can be obtained from Prof. Dr. Peter Hagoort or Prof. Dr. David Norris. Applications: Candidates should submit a full cv including two referees who may be contacted in confidence to Mrs. Tildie Stijns at info@fcdonders.ru.nl . Deadline for application is November 15, 2006. F.C.Donders Centre for Cognitive Neuroimaging P.O. Box 9101 NL-6500 HB Nijmegen The Netherlands.
Contact Information: Mrs. Tildie Stijns
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