COGNITIVE NEUROSCIENCE SOCIETY NEWSLETTER OCTOBER 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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4th CALL FOR SYMPOSIA SUBMISSIONS

We are pleased to announce the Call for Symposia Proposals for the 14th
annual meeting of the Cognitive Neuroscience Society in New York, New
York from May 5-8, 2007. Deadline for receipt of symposium proposals is
October 11, 2006. To submit submissions visit
http://cogneurosociety.org/content/symposiumSubmissions/FrontPage.

The Program Committee will select 9 symposia to be presented in New
York. In New York, symposia will be presented everyday with the
exception of Saturday.  The time allotted for each symposium is two hours.

The number of speakers is limited to four.  By the time of the
application, all speakers should have already agreed to participate and
the chair’s membership must be current through to the end of the
meeting. Speakers should understand that no honorarium or complimentary
registration is given for participation.

The Program Committee will begin to review submissions in the middle of
October.  Decisions on acceptance will be sent in late November. The
Program Committee reserves the right to ask a chair to modify their
symposia in order to ensure balance and quality in the annual meeting
program.
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LAST CALL FOR GEORGE A. MILLER PRIZE

We are now receiving nominations for the thirteenth annual George A.
Miller Prize.  The recipient of the prize presents the George A. Miller
Distinguished Lecture at the annual meeting of the Cognitive
Neuroscience Society.   This lectureship has been established by the
Society to honor George Miller for his unrelenting efforts to establish
the field of cognitive neuroscience. The lecture is to be presented at
the 14th Cognitive Neuroscience Society Annual Meeting, at the New York
Sheraton Hotel & Tower on Saturday, May 5, 2007.

Previous Winners of the George A. Miller Lectureship:

David Hubel 1995
David Premack 1996
Roger Shepard 1997
Susan Carey 1998
Giacomo Rizzolatti 1999
Patricia Churchland 2000
William Newsome 2001
Daniel Kahneman 2002
Michael S. Gazzaniga 2003
Michael I. Posner 2004
Leslie Ungerlieder 2005
Steven A. Hillyard 2006

In order for your nomination to be considered, please submit the name,
institutional affiliation and contact information for your nominee, with
a nomination statement no longer than 100 words, to CNS by October 2, 2006.


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II ANNOUNCEMENTS/CONFERENCES/Technical Assistance/Funding Opportunities
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2007 Beckman Institute Fellows Program
Applications are now being accepted for the 2007 Beckman Institute
Fellows Program. The Beckman Institute at the University of Illinois is
an interdisciplinary research center that focuses on three main research
initiatives: Biological Intelligence, Human-Computer Intelligent
Interaction, and Molecular and Electronic Nanostructures. The fields of
research encompassed by the Fellows program include the behavioral and
biological sciences, chemistry, physics, computation, engineering, human
factors, neuroscience, and cognitive neuroscience.

Year 2007 Beckman Institute Fellows will be appointed for up to three
years, beginning as early as June 2007 and no later tan December 31,
2007. Fellows receive $51,000 per year, a research budget, and limited
reimbursement for health insurance premiums. To be eligible, a Ph.D.
must have been received no earlier than December 2004.

For more information, online instructions and application forms visit:
www.beckman.uiuc.edu/faculty/fellows.html.

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Neuro-Cognitive Rehabilitation Research  (Technical Assistance/Funding
Opportunities)

MRRI,

Welcome to the Neuro-Cognitive Rehabilitation Research Network:
Consultation and Pilot Funding Available

The Neuro-Cognitive Rehabilitation Research Network (NCRRN) is a
collaborative effort of the Moss Rehabilitation Research Institute
(MRRI) and the Center for Functional Neuroimaging (CfN?) at the
University of Pennsylvania. Our grant focuses on cognitive neuroscience,
cognitive recovery, and cognitive rehabilitation, and on the use of
behavioral, imaging, ERP, and TMS methods of investigation. In
particular, we hope bring together basic and applied researchers in the
study of promising interventions for cognitive impairment.

We offer a number of services, including:
·    Scientific review of projects under development
·    Brief preceptorships in Philadelphia
·    Pilot funding
·    Assistance with scientific meetings relevant to our mission (partial
funding, provision of speakers, etc.)
·    Notice of relevant scientific meetings
·    Notice of relevant funding opportunities
·    On-line resources including annotated reading lists, expert
recommendations on methods, research presentations in slide and video
formats, and summaries of research workshop proceedings

If you’re interested in receiving any of these resources, or in
receiving notification of future opportunities or updates, please visit
our website (www.ncrrn.org) or email us at ncrrn@einstein.edu.

This project is part of the NIH-funded program of Medical Rehabilitation
Research Infrastructure grants, intended to provide core research tools
and technical assistance to basic and clinical researchers around the
country interested in addressing rehabilitation research topics.


Contact Information:
Laurel Buxbaum
MossRehab?
1200 West Tabor Road
Philadelphia, PA 19141
lbuxbaum@einstein.edu

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The James McKeen? Cattell Sabbatical Awards
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For over half a century, the James McKeen? Cattell Fund has provided
supportfor the science and the application of psychology. The Fund
offers a programof supplementary sabbatical awards ("James McKeen?
Cattell Fund Fellowships"). These awards supplement the regular
sabbatical allowance provided by the recipients' home institutions, to
allow an extension of leave-time from one to two semesters. Information
on the history of the fund, as well as all application materials,
requirements for award eligibility, and a list of previous recipients
are available at:

http://www.cattell.duke.edu/

The deadline for receipt of applications for sabbaticals intended in the
2007-2008 academic year is December 1, 2006.

The award value for next year will be $35,000.  Please help us get this
information to a wide audience of talented psychologists for this year's
competition.

We are pleased to announce that the Cattell Sabbatical Award Fund has
formed an alliance with the Association for Psychological Science (APS).
Cattell Sabbatical Awardees will be announced annually at the APS Spring
Meeting and a profile of each awardee will be published in the APS
Observer. APS also has a website announcing the award.

Many thanks, The Cattell Trustees

Peter Ornstein, Managing Trustee
Christina L. Williams, Secretary -Treasurer
Marcia K. Johnson
Lyle Jones
Scott Maxwell

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Call for Illusion Submissions (Conference/Symposium/Event)
Third Annual Best Visual Illusion of the Year Contest, , Neural
Correlate Society

****CALL FOR ILLUSION SUBMISSIONS: THE THIRD ANNUAL BEST VISUAL ILLUSION
OF THE YEAR CONTEST****

http://illusioncontest.neuralcorrelate.com

*** We are happy to announce the world’s 3rd annual Best Visual Illusion
of the Year Contest!!*** The deadline for illusion submissions is
February 15th, 2007!

The 2007 contest will be held in Sarasota, Florida (Van Wezel Performing
Arts Hall) on Saturday, May 12th, 2007, during the week of the Vision
Sciences Society (VSS) conference.

The 2006 annual contest, also held In Sarasota, Florida, was a huge
success, which drew numerous accolades from attendees as well as
international media coverage. The First, Second and Third Prize winners
were Max Dursteler (Universitätsspital Zürich, Switzerland), Peter Tse
(Dartmouth College, USA), and Gideon Caplovitz & Peter Tse (Dartmouth
College, USA). To see the illusions, photo galleries and other
highlights from the 2006 contest, go to
http://illusioncontest.neuralcorrelate.com

Visual Illusion Contestants are invited to submit novel visual or
multimodal illusions (unpublished, or published no earlier than 2006) in
standard image, movie or html formats. An international panel of
impartial judges
(http://illusioncontest.neuralcorrelate.com/index.php?module=pagemaster&;PAGE_user_op=view_page&PAGE_id=85&MMN_position=21:21)

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!

The renowned sculptor and artist, Guido Moretti, has created three
amazing works of art to serve as trophies for the TOP THREE winners!

See the trophies at:
http://illusioncontest.neuralcorrelate.com/index.php?module=pagemaster&;PAGE_user_op=view_page&PAGE_id=98&MMN_position=41:41

Illusions submitted to previous editions of the contest can be
re-submitted to the 2007 contest, as long as they meet the above
requirements and were not among the top three winners in previous years.

Submissions will be held in strict confidence by the panel of judges and
the authors/creators will retain full copyright. No illusions will be
posted on the illusion contest’s website without the creators’ explicit
permission. As with submitting your work to any scientific conference,
participating in to 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 February 15, 2007. 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)

Neural Correlate Society Executive Committee: Jose-Manuel Alonso,
Stephen Macknik, Luis Martinez, Xoana Troncoso, Peter Tse

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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ANNOUNCEMENT FROM THE JOURNAL OF COGNITIVE NEUROSCIENCE

We would like to notify all CNS members who may be considering
submitting manuscripts to the Journal of Cognitive Neuroscience that due
to the move of the National FMRI Data Center from Dartmouth to UC Santa
Barbara,  there will be a moratorium on the requirement to submit fMRI
data to Center.

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James Prize for Contributions to the Study of  Consciousness
(Conference/Symposium/Event)
Association for the Scientific Study of Consciousiness (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 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

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Winter Brain Imaging Conference, Switzerland, January 14-18
(Conference/Symposium/Event)
Organizers: P. Vuilleumier, R. Dolan, & C. Michel, 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
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
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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III POSITIONS AVAILABLE
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Tenure-track assistant professor position (Faculty Position)
Social/Affective/Cognitive Neuroscience, Department of Psychology, Emory
University

Emory University, Program in Cognition and Development, anticipates
appointing a tenure-track assistant professor in the area of adult
cognition, pending funding. Approaches of particular interest include,
but are not limited to, social cognition, cross-cultural comparisons,
affective cognitive neuroscience, and cognitive science.  Applications
from candidates with strong quantitative skills are particularly
welcome. Applicants must have a Ph.D. and show evidence of an active
research program as well as teaching experience.   Send a CV, research
and teaching statements, (p)reprints, and 3 letters of recommendation
to: Chair, Cognition and Development Search Committee, Department of
Psychology, Emory University, Atlanta, GA 30322.  We will begin
reviewing applications Nov. 1, 2006.  Women and minorities are
especially encouraged to apply.  Emory is an EOE/AA employer.

Contact Information:
Chair, Cognition & Development Search Committee
Department of Psychology, 532 Kilgo Circle NE, Emory University,
Atlanta, GA 30322
lnamy@emory.edu
http://www.psychology.emory.edu

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Assistant Professor Tenure Track (Faculty Position)
Neuroscience and Animal Behavior , Department of Psychology, Emory
University

The Neuroscience and Animal Behavior (NAB) Program of the Emory
University Department of Psychology seeks applications for a
tenure-track ASSISTANT PROFESSOR position to begin in Fall of 2007,
pending funding. Behavior must be a central research focus, and
individuals exploring social, neural, and/or evolutionary mechanisms in
naturalistic contexts are especially encouraged to apply.
Multidisciplinary collaborations with faculty within the Department,
with the Center for Behavioral Neuroscience, and with other components
of the rich scientific community of Emory and Atlanta are a goal.
Research resources are also available through the Yerkes National
Primate Research Center. The successful candidate will be expected to
have a strong commitment to teaching at both undergraduate and graduate
levels, to establish a research program with international visibility,
and to obtain extramural grant support. Ph.D. required. Please submit
vita, supporting materials, and three letters of recommendation to:
Chair, NAB Search Committee, Department of Psychology, Emory University,
Atlanta, GA 30322. Review of applications will begin November 1, 2006.
Emory University is an EOE/AA.

Contact Information:
Dr. Hillary Rodman
Emory University
Dept. of Psychology
532 Kilgo Circle NE
Atlanta, GA 30322
hrrodma@emory.edu
http://www.psychology.emory.edu/nab/index.html
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(Faculty Position)
Cognitive Psychology , Psychology Department, Stanford University

STANFORD UNIVERSITY PSYCHOLOGY DEPARTMENT plans to make two tenure-track
appointments to begin in the academic year 2007-08. Rank is open. The
appointments will be in any area of Cognitive Psychology including, but
not limited to, learning, memory, perception, attention, language,
thinking, executive/control processes and decision-making. Applicants
exploiting computational/mathematical approaches and/or cognitive
neuroscience research methods are encouraged.  Applicants will be
expected to teach courses at both the graduate and undergraduate levels.
All applicants should send a current curriculum vitae (including
bibliography), a brief statement of research interests and copies of
their most important scholarly papers to the Cognitive Psychology Search
Committee, Department of Psychology, Stanford University, Building 420,
Stanford, California, 94305-2130. Applicants should also arrange for
three letters of reference (junior candidates only) to be sent to the
same address. Applicants are requested to complete their applications by
December 1, 2006, although materials received later will be considered
until the positions are filled. Stanford University is an Equal
Opportunity, Affirmative Action Employer.

Contact Information:
Amy E. Vorro
Cognitive Psychology Search Committee, Department of Psychology,
Stanford University, Building 420, Stanford, California, 94305-2130
aevorro@stanford.edu
http://www-psych.stanford.edu/

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MRI Physicist, Cognitive Neuroscience Imaging (Faculty Position)
Laboratory for Behavioral Neurology and Imaging of Cognition, Depts of
Neuroscience & Neurology, University Medical Center, Geneva University
(Switzerland)

We are seeking an MR physicist with technical training and extensive
experience in magnetic resonance imaging, including but not limited to
strong expertise in fMRI. Knowledge in diffusion and/or other imaging
modalities is also desirable. The successful candidate will help set up
and manage a new 3T facility dedicated to neuroscience research and
particularly cognitive brain imaging. Responsibilities will include
oversight of technical operations and maintenance, support staff for
research activities and student training, data management, as well as
pulse sequence programming and development. There will be
opportunities for close collaborations with several research groups in
basic and clinical neuroscience, cognitive psychology, EEG, or computer
sciences, who are part of a network of several institutions including
brain mapping groups at University Medical School (http://
labnic.unige.ch/nic/htms/links.html), the National Research Center for
Affective Sciences (http://www.affective-sciences.ch/), and the new
Interdisciplinary Center for Neuroscience at Geneva University.

The successful candidate will be affiliated with the Department of
Neuroscience, with other secondary affiliations also possible. Close
interactions are expected with other imaging facilities at the University
Hospital, and with the Center of Bio-Medical Imaging (established
between Geneva, Lausanne, and EPFL) where high-field MRI research is
developed (including human 7T and animal 9T-14T). Salary/rank will be
commensurate with experience (PhD? required). Starting date is flexible
(earliest October 1st 2006). Geneva offers a thriving international
environment and high standards of living.

Applicants should send a CV, research statement, representative
publications, and 3 reference letters. Review of applications will start
immediately and continue until November 15

Contact Information:
Patrik Vuilleumier
Prof. P. Vuilleumier, LabNIC?, NEUFO, University Medical Center, 1 rue
Michel-Servet, 1211 Geneva 4, Switzerland.
patrik.vuilleumier@medecine.unige.ch
http://labnic.unige.ch




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NEUROIMAGING IN PSYCHOLOGY (Faculty Position)
, Department of Psychology , University of North Carolina, Chapel Hill

The Department of Psychology at 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 and 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 Name: Ginny Maisch
Contact Email: gmaisch@email.unc.edu

Contact Phone: 919-962-2054
Contact Address:
Department of Psychology
CB 3270, Davie Hall
University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill
Chapel Hill, NC 27599-3270

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New York University Faculty Search for Three Positions (Faculty Position)
Cognitive  and Social Psychology, Department of Psychology, New York
University

The Department of Psychology in the Faculty of Arts and Science at New
York University invites applications for tenure-track positions:

     • COGNITIVE PSYCHOLOGY (open-rank position). Candidates working on
higher-level cognition will receive special consideration.
     • SOCIAL PSYCHOLOGY (two open rank positions, junior candidates
will receive special consideration). We seek candidates whose research
focuses on basic processes and complements existing research in the
program and department.  Preferred areas:  (1) self and identity; (2)
dyadic interaction (in strategic games or personal relationships); (3)
the individual and group processes; and/or (4) the individual and social
structure or culture.

Appointments begin September 1, 2007, pending budgetary and
administrative approval. Review of applications begins November 1, 2006.
Send vita, statement of research and teaching interests, representative
publications and three letters of reference to:
Cognitive Search Committee OR Social Search Committee, Department of
Psychology, Faculty of Arts and Science, New York University, 6
Washington Place, Room 550, New York, NY 10003.

Contact Information:
Cognitive Search Committee OR Social Search Committee
Cognitive Search Committee OR Social Search Committee, Department of
Psychology, Faculty of Arts and Science, New York University, 6
Washington Place, Room 550, New York, NY 10003

http://www.psych.nyu.edu


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Cognitive Neuroscience Position at U of South Carolina (Faculty Position)
Cognitive neuroscience, Department of Psychology, University of South
Carolina

The Department of Psychology has a tenure-track position in cognitive
neuroscience at the assistant or associate level. We are looking for an
individual that meshes well with the current strengths of the department
(e.g., attention, language, memory, psychopathology, reading,
developmental cognitive neuroscience, neurodevelopmental disorders, drug
abuse and addiction). Preference will be given to candidates who use
functional MRI as a major tool of their work and who can become a
primary user of our new fMRI facility (3.0T human MRI; 7.0T animal MRI).
The department has an emphasis in neuroscience and endowed chairs in
behavioral neuroscience, cognitive neuroscience, and medical imaging.
Successful applicants will have demonstrated the ability to conduct
independent research and must show the potential to acquire external
grant funding.  Review of applications will begin October 31, 2006 and
continue until the position is filled. See www.psych.sc.edu for more
information.

Contact Information:
John E. Richards
Department of Psych
Univ of South Carolina
Columbia SC 29208
richards-john@sc.edu
www.psych.sc.edu


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The Department of Cognitive Science in the College of Arts & Sciences at
Case Western Reserve University invites applications for two or more
faculty positions in cognitive neuroscience or a related cognitive
research field. Rank is open and commensurate with qualifications. This
new department began admitting undergraduate students in the fall of
2006. Its research will focus on higher-order cognitive operations that
are special to human beings, including language and the special effects
of culture and technology on the developing mind. The department aims to
interconnect the research and teaching resources relevant to cognitive
science in the College of Arts and Sciences, as well as other schools of
the university, including Medicine, Engineering, Law, and Management. It
also aims to develop productive relationships with the many institutions
adjacent to the university. The programmatic and research agendas of
these institutions are entering an era of unprecedented collaboration,
and the Department of Cognitive Science is charged to serve as one of
the principal vehicles of these collaborations. The successful
candidate(s) will be expected to develop a strong program of funded
research in some area of cognitive neuroscience or a related,
biologically-oriented aspect of cognitive science that bears on human
uniqueness. He or she will help design and deliver both undergraduate
and graduate programs in cognitive science, and assist the department in
meeting college and university goals. For appointment at one of the
professorial ranks, applicants must hold a Ph.D. or equivalent by date
of appointment and have, relative to career stage, a distinguished
record of scholarship, service, and teaching.

Electronic applications are preferred, consisting of a letter of
application, a curriculum vitae, a statement of research interests and
plans, a statement of teaching experience, and the names, addresses, and
email addresses of four referees to whom we may write. Applications
should be sent to Professor Merlin Donald, Chair of the Department of
Cognitive Science, (cs-facultysearch@case.edu). Hard copies may be
mailed to: Professor Merlin Donald, Chair of the Department of Cognitive
Science, Case Western Reserve University, 10900 Euclid Avenue,
Cleveland, OH  44106-7063.  Complete applications received by November
30, 2006 will receive full consideration.

In employment, as in education, Case Western Reserve University is
committed to Equal Opportunity and World Class Diversity.  Case is a
recipient of a National Science Foundation (NSF) ADVANCE Institutional
Transformation Grant to increase the participation of women in Science
and Engineering. Women and minorities are encouraged to apply.



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Tenure Track Position, Cognitive Neuroscience (Faculty Position)
, 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


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Tenure-Track Assistant Professor (Faculty Position)
Computational/Theoretical Neuroscience, Department of Psychology,
University of Waterloo

The Department of Psychology at the University of Waterloo invites
applications for a tenure-track assistant professor in computational
neuroscience. The successful candidate must have a Ph.D. in behavioural,
cognitive, or computational neuroscience or related area in psychology.
Candidates should show evidence of a strong research program that
combines neuroscience with computational modeling. Applicants who
combine expertise in computational modeling with expertise in one of the
methods of neuroscience (e.g., EEG, ERP, TMS, fMRI) or cognitive
neuropsychology are preferred.  The successful candidate will play an
active role in the development of the new Centre for Theoretical
Neuroscience at the University of Waterloo. We are seeking individuals
who have strong research records and commitments to teaching, research,
and the supervision of undergraduate and graduate students. Information
regarding the department can be found at
http://www.psychology.uwaterloo.ca. The anticipated start date for the
position is July 1, 2007. The deadline for applications is
December 1, 2006.  Review of applications will begin on November 1,
2006, and continue until the position is filled. Applicants should
submit a curriculum vitae, a statement of research and teaching
interests, reprints or preprints of recent papers, and arrange for three
confidential letters of reference to be sent to: Computational
Neuroscience Search Committee, Department of Psychology, University of
Waterloo, Waterloo, Ontario, Canada N2L 3G1. All qualified candidates
are encouraged to apply; however, Canadians and permanent residents will
be given priority.  The University of Waterloo encourages applications
from all qualified individuals, including women, members of visible
minorities, native people, and persons with disabilities.

Contact Information:
Mike Dixon
Department of Psychology, University of Waterloo, N2L 3G1
mjdixon@watarts.uwaterloo.ca
http://www.psychology.uwaterloo.ca


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Neuroimaging and Action (Postdoctoral Position)
Scott H. Frey, Lewis Center for Neuroimaging/Psychology, University of
Oregon

Applications are invited for 1-2 postdoctoral positions in the Frey
Laboratory in the Lewis Center for Neuroimaging & Psychology Department
at the University of Oregon.  Initial appointments are for 1 year with
renewal contingent on performance.  Projects in the lab are concerned
with the neural bases of action and tool use and extensions to
rehabilitation.  Primary techniques include functional and structural
MRI (research-dedicated 3T), MRI-guided TMS, kinematics and psychophysics.

To ensure full consideration, applications should be received by October
1, 2006.  Earliest possible start date is October 16, 2006.

Applicants must have a Ph.D. in neuroscience or psychology or an M.D.
and a strong interest in this area of work.  Though not required,
previous neuroimaging and/or TMS experience and basic programming is a
plus.  Please send a curriculum vitae, and the names and contact
information for three professional references to Scott H. Frey, Ph.D.,
Director, Lewis Center for Neuroimaging (shfrey@uoregon.edu).  The
University of Oregon is an EO/AA/ADA institution committed to cultural
diversity.  Candidates who promote and enhance diversity are strongly
desired.

Contact Information:
Scott H. Frey
Director, Lewis Center for Neuroimaging
5288University of Oregon
Eugene, OR 97403-5288
shfrey@uoregon.edu


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Postdoctoral Fellow / Research Associate Position - Duke Med
(Postdoctoral Position)
Functional Imaging & Neurogenomics of Dementia (FIND) Lab, Bryan
Alzheimers Disease Research Cen. - Dept. of Neurology, Duke University
Medical Center

The Joseph & Kathleen Bryan Alzheimer’s Disease Research Center (Bryan
ADRC) at Duke University Medical Center (DUMC) has an opening for a
full-time research associate in the functional imaging and neurogenomics
of dementia and age-related disorders.  The position presents the
opportunity for a dynamic research experience combining functional and
structural imaging approaches, genomic medicine, and cognitive outcomes
in mild Alzheimer’s disease patients and individuals at risk for dementia.

Job Responsibilities:  The successful applicant will be appointed to the
rank of Postdoctoral Fellow/ Research Associate within the Department of
Medicine, Division of Neurology at DUMC.  The primary responsibilities
will be to provide assistance with ongoing Functional Imaging &
Neurogenomics of Dementia (FIND) Lab research and institutional
collaborations involving both investigational and applied imaging
protocols in healthy elderly and age-related pathology patient
populations.  The research associate will participate in FIND Lab
experiment design/planning, assist in subject coordination and
assessment, and analyze functional/structural neuroimaging data.
Professional development is encouraged as part of the research associate
position and individual projects may be considered within the confines
of the goals and current research foci of the FIND Lab.   Research
facilities include research-dedicated 3T and 4T GE systems with
state-of-the-art presentation and data capture capabilities; advanced
genetic, cognitive neuroscience, and computing centers; and established
hospital-based clinics for dementia evaluation and assessment.

Qualifications:  A doctorate degree in psychology (clinical or
experimental), geriatric medicine, imaging genetics, biomedical
engineering, or related field.  Prior experience with structural and
functional brain imaging methods is required with associated proficiency
in using Windows and Linux/Unix operating systems.  Programming skills
and/or experience with task development software are preferred, but not
required.  Also preferred but not required, is experience both in the
conduct of human subject research and neurocognitive assessment.

Salary and Benefits:  Base salary range is $36,000 to $40,000, depending
upon experience.  In addition, Duke University Medical Center (DUMC)
offers a full benefits package. Information on DUMC benefits programs is
available at http://www.hr.duke.edu/benefits/main.html

Required Application Materials:  Cover letter, CV/resume, and at least
two letters of reference.

Review of applications will begin immediately and will continue until
the position is filled.

Contact Information:
Jeff Browndyke, Ph.D.
Bryan Alzheimer’s Disease Research Center
2200 West Main Street, Suite A-230
Durham, NC. 27705
j.browndyke@duke.edu
(919) 416-5383


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Brain imaging scientist (DTI / fMRI) (Postdoctoral Position)
Laboratory for Behavioral Neurology and Imaging of Cognition, Depts of
Neuroscience & Neurology, University Medical Center, Geneva University
(Switzerland)

A position in available for a post-doc (or equivalent) to conduct
cognitive neuroimaging research using diffusion tensor imaging (DTI)
and fiber-tracking techniques, with or without additional knowledge in
fMRI. Candidates should have previous expertise in diffusion MRI and
image processing, and will participate to studies of perception and
emotion in healthy subjects and neurological patients (e.g. stroke,
multiple sclerosis, epilepsy). Many opportunities are possible for
collaborations with other researchers in clinical and cognitive
neuroscience, including other brain mapping and EEG groups affiliated
with the University Medical Center, the National Research Center for
Affective Sciences, and the new Interdisciplinary Center for Neuroscience
(see http://labnic.unige.ch). Geneva offers a thriving international
environment and high standards of living. Starting date is flexible
(earliest October 1st 2006). Reviews of applications will start
immediately and continue until the position is filled.
Please send a CV with research statement and two reference letters.

Contact Information:
Patrik Vuilleumier
Prof. Patrik Vuilleumier, LabNIC?, Department of Neuroscience, University
Medical Center, 1 rue Michel-Servet, 1211 Geneva 4, Switzerland
patrik.vuilleumier@medecine.unige.ch
http://labnic.unige.ch

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POSTDOCTORAL RESEARCH SCIENTIST (Postdoctoral Position)
Social Cognitive and Affective Neuroscience Unit, Department of
Psychology, COLUMBIA UNIVERSITY

Postdoctoral research scientist position available in the laboratory of
Dr. Kevin Ochsner on NIH/NIDA funded collaborative projects examining
the neural bases of emotion and emotion regulation.  Research will focus
on relationships between cognitive and affective control processes in
brain and behavior, including emotional reappraisal, and may involve
work with substance abuse populations.  Additional opportunities include
developing new analysis tools for brain imaging.  REQUIREMENTS: Ph.D.
degree in psychology, neuroscience, or related field. Experience in fMRI
and expertise in statistics, UNIX/Linux environments and/or other
neuroimaging methods preferred.  Review of applications to begin Nov 1,
2006 and continue until position is filled. Send curriculum vitae,
relevant publications and names of three references to Dr. Kevin
Ochsner.  Applications from minorities and women are encouraged.
Columbia University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer.
Minorities and women are encouraged to apply.

Contact Information:
Kevin Ochsner
Dept. Psychology
Columbia University
1190 Amsterdam Ave.
New York, NY 10027
kochsner@paradox.psych.columbia.edu
http://www.columbia.edu/~ko2132/
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Postdoctoral  Positions (Postdoctoral Position)
Center for Cognitive Brain Imaging, Department of Psychology, Carnegie
Mellon University

The Center for Cognitive Brain Imaging at Carnegie Mellon University has
several possible postdoctoral openings in fMRI studies of a broad range
of high-level cognitive functions. Current projects with possible
vacancies include studies of autism, discourse comprehension, and
navigation. The positions offer training and research opportunities
(typically for at least 2 years) working with a multidisciplinary Center
team with excellent technical support and research staff. Scanning is
done at a new imaging center dedicated to basic cognitive neuroscience
research using a Siemens Allegra 3T scanner. Information about Center
activities and publications is described at www.ccbi.cmu.edu

A research background in cognition and cognitive neuroscience is
desirable. Positions will start July 1, 2007 or September 1, 2007.
Applicants should send a CV, statement of research skills and interests,
preprints, and three letters of reference.

Contact Information:
Dr. Marcel Just
Center for Cognitive Brain Imaging
Department of Psychology
Carnegie Mellon University
Pittsburgh, PA  15213

Carnegie Mellon is an Equal Opportunity Employer.


Contact Information:
Dr. Marcel Just
Center for Cognitive Brain Imaging
Psychology Department
Carnegie Mellon University
Pittsburgh, PA 15213

just@cmu.edu
http://www.ccbi.cmu.edu

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 (Research Assistant)
Cognitive Electrophysiology Laboratory, New York State Psychiatric
Institute, Columbia University Medical Center

We seek a full-time Research Assistant to conduct behavioral and
event-related potential (ERP) experiments in the topics of cognitive
development and aging of cognitive functions such as memory and
executive processing. Responsibilities include, but are not limited to,
recruiting and testing research participants, ERP recording and analysis
of behavioral and ERP data, administering neuropsychological assessments
(to be trained), data entry, and the maintenance of databases and files,
as well as other general administrative duties. Candidates who have
experience with EEG and/or ERP data collection and analysis are
especially encouraged to apply. Salary is commensurate with experience
and includes full benefits (including tuition). B.A. or B.S. preferred.
Excellent verbal/interpersonal skills mandatory, as is professional
demeanor; must be well-organized and detail oriented; extensive PC
experience strongly preferred, with programming/scripting ability a
plus. Demonstrated ability to work in a team-oriented environment is
essential. A minimum of two years commitment to the project is required,
contingent upon continuous funding.

Contact Information:
David Friedman, Ph.D.
Unit 6
1051 Riverside Drive
New York, NY 10032
df12@columbia.edu
http://cepl.nyspi.org/index.html

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Research Assistant Position at UC-Davis (Research Assistant)
Luck & Oakes Labs, Center for Mind & Brain, University of California, Davis

We are seeking a recent college graduate for a research position (Junior
Specialist) with a duration of 1-2 years. The annual salary for this
position is currently $31,668.  The position involves assisting in
setting up and running the laboratories of Dr. Steve Luck and Dr. Lisa
Oakes, including ERP recording facilities, eye movement recording
facilities for adults and for infants, adult psychophysical testing
facilities, and infant behavioral testing facilities.
Requires significant computer programming coursework and/or experience.
Prior laboratory experience is not required but is highly desirable.
Knowledge of Matlab and Macintosh system administration experience are
desirable.  To apply, send a cover letter, resume, and list of
references to Steve Luck (sjluck@ucdavis.edu). The University of
California is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer.

Contact Information:
Steve Luck
Center for Mind & Brain
University of California, Davis
267 Cousteau Place
Davis, CA 95618
sjluck@ucdavis.edu


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RESEARCH ASSISTANT/LAB MANAGER  (Research Assistant)
Cognitive Neuroscience of Memory Laboratory, Department of Psychology
and Center for Neural Science, New York University

Full-time research assistant to assist with data acquisition and
analysis within the fMRI lab, including behavioral and fMRI data
collection, analysis, visualization and archiving. Duties also include
lab management.
Qualifications: B.S. or B.A., preferably in neuroscience, psychology,
biology, computer science or related field. Experience analyzing
functional neuroimaging data would be optimal.  Furthermore, experience
with MATLAB, network administration and other programming skills a plus.

Please send resume and cover letter to Lila Davachi at
lila.davachi@nyu.edu or 6 Washington Place, Rm. 866B, Psychology
Department, New York University, New York. NY 10003


Contact Information:
Lila Davachi
6 Washington Place
Rm 866B
Dept. Psychology
New York, NY 10003
lila.davachi@nyu.edu


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