DECEMBER 2011

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COGNITIVE NEUROSCIENCE SOCIETY NEWSLETTER DECEMBER 2011

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TABLE OF CONTENTS:

I   Welcome to the Newsletter
II  Society News
III Announcements/Conferences
IV Positions Available
    -Faculty
    -Postdoctoral
    -Research Assistants 
    -Graduate Students
V Of Interest
                     

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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
https://cogneurosociety.org/newsletter
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 II.    SOCIETY NEWS
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We are pleased to announce that Dr. Eve Marder is the winner of the George A. Miller Award for 2012. 
The George A. Miller Prize in Cognitive Neuroscience was established in 1995 by the Cognitive Neuroscience Society to honor the innovative scholarship of George A. Miller, whose many theoretical advances has so greatly influenced the discipline of cognitive neuroscience.

The prize is awarded to the nominee whose career is characterized by distinguished and sustained scholarship and research at the cutting-edge of their discipline and that has in the past, or has the potential in the future, to revolutionize cognitive neuroscience. Extraordinary innovation and high impact on international scientific thinking should be a hallmark of the recipient's work.

Dr. Marder will give a special lecture at the 2012 annual meeting in Chicago.

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The Cognitive Neuroscience Society is pleased to announce the first annual Distinguished Career Contributions award. The Distinguished Career Contributions (DCC) honors senior cognitive neuroscientists for their distinguished career, leadership and mentoring in the field of cognitive neuroscience. The winner for the 2012 annual meeting is Dr. Morris Moscovitch.  Dr Moscovitch will deliver a special lecture during the annual meeting in Chicago, Illinois.

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Mark your calendar!

The CNS 2012 Meeting will be held at:
The Palmer House
Chicago, Illinois
March 31 - April 3
Remember to make sure your CNS membership is current through April 3, 2012 before your submissions are due!

Registration is Open and Early Discount Rates are available through February 1, 2012

Applications for Satellite Symposia are due by December 2, 2011. 

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III ANNOUNCEMENTS/CONFERENCES/Technical Assistance/Funding Opportunities

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Conference/Symposium/Event
NIMH Summer Institute in Cognitive Neuroscience
UC Davis & UC Santa Barbara
The 24th Summer Institute in Cognitive Neuroscience will be held from June 24 - July 7, 2012. This year's topics are "Does Brain Plasticity Account for Everything?" with Jon H. Kaas, and "The Indispensable Role of Episodic Memory in Adaptive Behavior" with Ian Dobbins and Mike Miller. Applications are invited from eligible beginning and established researchers. The Summer Institute values diversity and welcomes applications from all qualified scientists.

For applications and further information, go to http://sicn.cmb.ucdavis.edu/. Applications and supporting materials must be received by January 17, 2012 at 5:00 PM PST.

Molly Allison-Baker
sicn@ucdavis.edu
http://sicn.cmb.ucdavis.edu/

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Conference/Symposium/Event
Research and Software Training in Functional MRI
Network Analysis; Clinical Research; SPM8 GLM Analysis
Neurometrika.org
Research Training and Software Training in Functional MRI at Neurometrika

FMRI in Clinical Research and Practice [Basic]

SPM8 for Basic and Clinical Investigators [Intermediate]

Network Analysis: Functional Connectivity [Advanced]

SPM8 and Network Analysis [Compressed, Intermediate/Advanced]


Neurometrika continues to offer week-long hands-on training in fMRI-based research and data analysis.

There are three programs currently scheduled for the coming months, but more appear regularly and can be seen on the homepage of the Neurometrika website.The newest program is “Network Analysis: Functional Connectivity”, which was given in Boston in October and will be repeated in Baltimore in early December. The popular “SPM8 for Basic and Clinical Investigators” will be given in Pittsburgh and Chicago in the coming months. The primary software for this program will be SPM8, with extensive discussion of a variety of software tools that extend the power of SPM8. Please note that all of these programs require that you bring your own laptop, and they also assume a modest level of experience with functional MRI experimentation and statistics. The emphasis in these programs is on hands-on use of the tools. Theory is presented and discussed, but primarily as an adjunct to the active use of the tools.

Please see the links below for more details about the programs.

The main page for Neurometrika is: http://www.neurometrika.org

A general description of the programs can be found at: http://www.neurometrika.org/Courses

Registration for all programs is done at: http://www.neurometrika.org/Registration

PROGRAM LISTING:

SPM8 for Basic and Clinical Investigators
Pittsburgh; Jan 09-13, 2012 (CourseCode 2012Jan09)
Chicago; Mar 26-30, 2012 (CourseCode 2012Mar26

Network Analysis: Functional Connectivity
Baltimore; Dec 12-16 (CourseCode 2011Dec12)
Robert L. Savoy
admin@neurometrika.org
http://www.neurometrika.org

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Conference/Symposium/Event
New PhD Program in Cognitive Science
Tufts University
Tufts University is proud to announce the launch of a new multi- and interdisciplinary joint PhD program in cognitive science. Applications for the inaugural Fall 2012 class are accepted immediately.
In recent years, Tufts has built up a world-renowned faculty in Cognitive Science, some of whom have been prominent since the beginnings of the field. The new joint Ph.D. program has particular interdisciplinary strength in the area of human language, including theoretical linguistics, psycho- and neurolinguistics, and computational linguistics, and it offers considerable expertise as well in other traditional subareas of cognitive science including animal cognition, human memory, behavioral/cognitive/affective neurscience, cognitive modeling, robotics, and human-computer interaction. The cognitive science faculty reflects the diversity of methods and research paradigms in the field and includes: Daniel Dennett, Ray Jackendoff, Maryanne Wolf, Calvin Gidney, Phillip Holcomb, Gina Kuperberg, Holly A. Taylor, Robert Cook, Ayanna Thomas, Rich Chechile, Ariel M. Goldberg, Heather Urry, Rob Jacob, Matthias Scheutz, David Hammer, Barbara Brizuela, and Christoph Borgers.
Interested students are encouraged to visit the Program's web page at http://cogsci.tufts.edu which provides detailed information about the application process as well as contact information for cognitive science faculty.
Phillip Holcomb

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Conference/Symposium/Event
Summer institute on developmental social neuroscience
Maryland Neuroimaging Center
Neuroscience and Cognitive Sciences Program
University of Maryland
On September 20th, 2011 the Maryland Neuroimaging Center opened on the College Park campus. The imaging center, a cross department and college effort under the Neuroscience and Cognitive Sciences program, houses multiple technologies for brain imaging including fMRI, MEG, fNIRS, and high density EEG.
The first annual Maryland Neuroimaging Center Summer Institute will focus on Social Developmental Neuroscience on June 24th-27th, 2012. The organizers of this workshop are Nathan Fox and Elizabeth Redcay. Topics to be covered during the three-day institute include neuroimaging studies of social and emotional development, childhood psychiatric disorders (bipolar, anxiety), and neurodevelopmental disorders (autism). In addition, sessions will be devoted to MRI imaging methods (resting state, pattern analysis, DTI), particularly with pediatric populations.
The institute is open to graduate students, postdoctoral fellows, and junior faculty. The MNC will provide fellowships to cover costs of tuition, room and board to a selected number of attendees. For a list of speakers and other details please go to www.mnc.umd.edu under Conducting Research/MNC Events. Interested individuals should apply using the form on that website under documents and forms and include a CV, a statement of interest, and two letters of recommendation. Summer Institute Fellowship applications are due: March 15, 2012. Please email or fax completed applications to Judi Gorski, jcgorski@umd.edu, or fax to 301-314-0231
Elizabeth Redcay
redcay@umd.edu
http://mnc.umd.edu/?q=Summer%20Institute

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Faculty Position
2 Cognitive Neuroscience faculty positions
Department of Psychology
Tsinghua University, Beijing, China
The Department of Psychology at Tsinghua University announces the availability of 2 open-rank faculty positions in COGNITIVE NEUROSCIENCE, commencing September, 2012. The minimum qualifications for the positions are: Ph.D. degree in cognitive neuroscience or related areas, strong potential for high-quality research using human subjects and fMRI, ability to teach courses in our curriculum and in a specialty area, and excellent record of publication.

Applicants with research interests in all areas of Cognitive Psychology (e.g., sensation/perception/attention/language, etc.) are welcome to apply. Expertise in the electrophysiological (i.e., high-density EEG), eye-tracking, and TMS techniques would be advantageous but not required. Applicants with strong research potential are extremely welcome. Outstanding candidates with no fMRI background are also encouraged to apply.

Teaching load is 96 course hours (6 course credits) each year at the under-graduate or graduate level, with a mandatory requirement of at least one under-graduate course per year.

Applications should include a curriculum vita, research statements and teaching interests, and 3-5 selected reprints. Please also arrange for three letters of recommendation to be emailed to sfu@tsinghua.edu.cn and lhong@tsinghua.edu.cn (Attn: Cognitive Neuroscience Search). Review of applications will begin on January 1, 2012, and will continue until the positions are filled.

Tsinghua University (www.info.tsinghua.edu.cn) is an equal-opportunity employer. The Department of Psychology (www.tsinghua.edu.cn/publish/psy/index.html) at Tsinghua University was re-established on October, 2008 after 60 years of absence from the Tsinghua campus. It has 10 faculty members with diverse research interests. Inquiries for the positions should be directed to Dr. Shimin Fu (sfu@tsinghua.edu.cn) and Dr. Hong Li (lhong@tsinghua.edu.cn).
Shimin Fu
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Faculty Position
Associate Professor / Assistant Professor/ Senior Lecturer / Lecturer
Department of Psychology
National University of Singapore
The Department of Psychology at the National University of Singapore invites applications for tenure-track and teaching-track appointments to begin in July 2012. Area of specialization is open, but we are particularly interested in applicants with research and teaching expertise in adult developmental psychology, industrial/organizational psychology, or clinical psychology.

Tenure-Track:
Assistant Professor. Preference will be given to candidates who have completed several years of post-doctoral training and who show promise of establishing a strong internationally recognized research program.

Associate Professor. We seek internationally recognized scholars who are capable of playing a leadership role in research and teaching at the undergraduate and graduate levels.

Teaching-Track:
Lecturer or Senior Lecturer. Candidates must show evidence of excellent teaching ability and have obtained the Ph.D. by the time of commencing employment.

Remuneration is internationally competitive and includes housing benefits. Applicants should submit a full CV, statements of research and teaching interests and experience, and arrange for at least three reference letters to be sent to the Department.

Submit application materials to: Ms. Loo, Dept. of Psychology, National University of Singapore, Block AS4, Level 2, Singapore 117570, Fax: (65) 6773 1843. Email: loobeebee@nus.edu.sg

Information about the Department and University can be obtained at http://www.nus.edu.sg and http://www.fas.nus.edu.sg/psy.

Informal inquiries can be directed to Associate Professor Trevor Penney at penney@nus.edu.sg. Review of applications will begin December 16th, 2011 and continue until the positions are filled. Only short-listed candidates will be notified.
Loo Bee Bee
Submit application materials to: Ms. Loo, Dept. of Psychology, National University of Singapore, Block AS4, Level 2, Singapore 117570, Fax: (65) 6773 1843. Email: loobeebee@nus.edu.sg

Informal inquiries can be directed to Associate Professor Trevor Penney at penney@nus.edu.sg.
http://www.nus.edu.sg and http://www.fas.nus.edu.sg/psy

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Faculty Position
SENIOR STAFF SCIENTIST NEUROIMAGING RESEARCH POSITION
SECTION ON INTEGRATIVE NEUROIMAGING
NATIONAL INSTITUTE OF MENTAL HEALTH, NIH, INTRAMURAL
RESEARCH PROGRAM, DHHS, BETHESDA, MD
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 Integrative Neuroimaging. The strong scientific environment and outstanding equipment resources at NIH make this a unique opportunity for an outstanding scientist. Minimum qualifications are a doctoral degree, post-doctoral training, strong publication record, and demonstrated expertise in analysis 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 bases of neuropsychiatric illnesses, especially schizophrenia, 2) neurodevelopmental neuroimaging, and 3) neurochemical underpinnings of higher cognitive function and dysfunction and 4) imaging genetics. Stipends are competitive and depend on level of experience. Applicants with developmental imaging are especially encouraged to apply. Send letter of interest outlining experience and research goals, CV, and three letters of recommendation to: Karen Berman, M.D.; C/O Jasmin B. Czarapata, Ph.D.; NIH Building 10, Rm 3C209; 9000 Rockville Pike; Bethesda MD 20892-1365 USA. (301) 435-7645; jasmins@mail.nih.gov

DHHS and NIH are Equal Opportunity Employers.
Karen Berman, M.D.
C/O Jasmin B. Czarapata, Ph.D.
NIH Building 10, Rm 3C209
9000 Rockville Pike
Bethesda MD 20892-1365
USA
jasmins@mail.nih.gov
(301) 435-7645

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Faculty Position
Cognitive Neuroscience
Department of Psychology
Hofstra University
The Psychology Department at Hofstra University invites applications for an anticipated full time, tenure-track assistant professor position for a cognitive neuroscientist specializing in sensation and perception, human factors, or judgment and decision making beginning Fall 2012. The successful candidate will teach 2 to 3 courses a semester primarily in an undergraduate program, choosing from: Sensation and Perception, Cognition, Research Methods, Statistics, Behavioral Neuroscience, and Advanced Research Methods in Cognition or Biopsychology. Please forward statements of research and teaching interests, evidence of teaching competence, sample publications, and 3 letters of recommendation to Dr. Charles F. Levinthal, Chair, Department of Psychology, 135 Hofstra University, Hempstead NY 11549 by January 6, 2012. A decision concerning initial interviews is anticipated by February 2012. Hofstra University is an equal opportunity employer, committed to fostering diversity in its faculty, administrative staff and student body, and encourages applications from the entire spectrum of a diverse community.
Dr. Charles Levinthal
Department of Psychology
135 Hofstra University
Hempstead, NY 11549
charles.f.levinthal@hofstra.edu

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Faculty Position
Research Assistant Position in Cognitive Neuroscience at UC Davis
Translational Cognitive and Affective Neuroscience Lab
Imaging Research Center / Center for Neuroscience
University of California, Davis
The Translational Cognitive and Affective Neuroscience Lab, led by Dr. Cameron Carter, is seeking applicants for a full time research assistant position starting spring/summer of 2012. The lab focuses on investigating the cognitive and neural mechanisms underlying cognitive control. The RA will work in a dynamic and friendly environment on a variety of projects involving fMRI and EEG studies with healthy and psychiatrically ill subjects. The scope of responsibilities is broad and may include subject recruitment and clinical characterization, fMRI and EEG experiment implementation, data processing and data analysis. Individuals majoring in psychology, neuroscience, computer science and engineering are encouraged to apply. Previous experience in neuroimaging and/or EEG as well as familiarity with Matlab and SPM are considered strengths. This is an ideal position for someone interested in pursuing graduate studies in cognitive neuroscience or a clinical discipline drawing upon this area of basic science. We are looking for a two-year commitment. We offer a competitive package of salary and benefits, including reduced tuition for courses at UC Davis as well as a career development workshop within the lab. Submit application by email and include a cover letter, CV including GPA, list of relevant coursework or transcript, and references.
Jacqueline Smith, Administrative Assistant III to Dr. Carter
Jacqueline.smith@ucdmc.ucdavis.edu
916-734-3232
http://carterlab.ucdavis.edu

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Faculty Position
Tenure-track Job Announcement
Biopsychology/Physiological Psychology
Department of Psychology
University of North Carolina at Charlotte
ASSISTANT PROFESSOR, PHYSIOLOGICAL/BIOPSYCHOLOGY. The Department of Psychology at University of North Carolina, Charlotte (http://www.psych.uncc.edu) invites applications for a tenure track position to begin August 2012. While the area of research is open to biopsychology, broadly construed, areas of particular interest include psychophysiology, or cognitive/affective neuroscience. Required qualifications: Ph.D. degree in Psychology or a related field; potential for distinguished research productivity that has the potential to contribute effectively to our Ph.D. program in Health Psychology and our graduate certificate program in Cognitive Science.; interest in teaching at the undergraduate and graduate levels; and the motivation to foster diversity in teaching and research. Desired qualifications include: a track record of publications and obtaining external funding for research; and experience teaching courses at the undergraduate and/or graduate levels. The University of North Carolina at Charlotte is a doctoral, research intensive university located in one of the nation’s fastest growing metropolitan areas on an expanding modern campus. It is part of one of the oldest public university systems in the United States. UNC Charlotte offers over 25,000 culturally diverse students a wide range of undergraduate and graduate degree programs. Applications must be submitted electronically at https://jobs.uncc.edu. Please attach the following documents with your electronic application: (1) letter of interest in the position explaining how the candidate meets the requirements, (2) statement of research/teaching interests, (3) curriculum vitae, (4) three representative publications, (5) evidence of teaching effectiveness (if available), (6) three letters of recommendation, and (7) copy of graduate transcripts. Alternatively, letters of recommendation may be sent directly by mail or email to Dr. Paula Goolkasian (pagoolka@uncc.edu), Chair Search Committee, Department of Psychology, UNC Charlotte, 9201 University City Blvd., Charlotte, NC, 28223-0001. Women, members of minority groups, and persons with disabilities are strongly encouraged to apply. Review of applications will begin January 9th, 2012 and continue until the position is filled. AA/EOE. Finalists subject to criminal background check.
Paula Goolkasian
pagoolka@uncc.edu
http://www.psych.uncc.edu

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Postdoctoral Position
POSTDOCTORAL FELLOWSHIP IN FUNCTIONAL NEUROIMAGING
SECTION ON INTEGRATIVE NEUROIMAGING
NATIONAL INSTITUTE OF MENTAL HEALTH, NIH
INTRAMURAL RESEARCH PROGRAM, DHHS, BETHESDA, MD
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, or other applicable discipline or 2) M.D.'s with training in psychiatry, neurology, nuclear medicine, radiology or other relevant field. The successful candidate will join a multidisciplinary team using neuroimaging to study genetic and neurochemical mechanisms of normal cognitive function as well as dysfunction in neuropsychiatric illnesses such as schizophrenia, those with genetic sources of cognitive dysfunction (e.g. Williams syndrome), and other conditions such as normal aging. Possible research areas include 1) neurofunctional bases of neuropsychiatric illnesses, especially schizophrenia, 2) neurodevelopmental neuroimaging, and 3) neurochemical underpinnings of higher cognitive function and dysfunction and 4) imaging genetics. Applicants with developmental imaging are especially encouraged to apply. Familiarity with computational and statistical methods for neuroimaging (e.g. Unix, C/C++, MatLab, SPM, AFNI) confers an advantage but is not absolutely required. Send letter of interest outlining experience and research goals, CV, and three letters of recommendation to: Karen Berman, M.D.; C/O Jasmin B. Czarapata, Ph.D.; NIH Building 10, Rm 3C209; 9000 Rockville Pike; Bethesda MD 20892-1365 USA. (301) 435-7645; jasmins@mail.nih.gov

DHHS and NIH are Equal Opportunity Employers
Karen Berman, M.D.
C/O Jasmin B. Czarapata, Ph.D.
NIH Building 10, Rm 3C209
9000 Rockville Pike
Bethesda MD 20892-1365
USA
jasmins@mail.nih.gov
(301) 435-7645
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Postdoctoral Position
Postdoctoral position in Functional Neuroimaging
Laboratory for Cerebellar Psychiatric Research
Psychiatry
Harvard Medical School/Massachusetts General Hospital
A full-time, NIH-funded postdoctoral position is available at Harvard Medical School (HMS)/Massachusetts General Hospital (MGH) for studies examining the role of corticocerebellar pathophysiology in adult ADHD. Studies will use functional
neuroimaging and behavioral testing to examine how corticocerebellar circuitry influences perceptual and motor timing abnormalities in ADHD adults.

The postdoc will be involved in all aspects of the projects including data collection, analysis, and manuscript writing. Applicants should have experience with imaging data analysis preferably using SPM. Programming experience is desirable. Good oral and written English communication skills are required. Work will take place at the Nuclear Magnetic Resonance Imaging and Athinoula A. Martinos Center at MGH. The Center is home to approximately 120 faculty members and over 100 postdoctoral research fellows and graduate students.

Position is for a minimum of 2 years with the possibility of additional years, and is available immediately.
Eve Valera, PhD
eve_valera@hms.harvard.edu
617-724-0307
http://www.martinos.org/valera/index.php

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Postdoctoral Position
Neurobiology of mindfulness and meditation
Massachusetts General Hospital
The Neurobiology of Meditation laboratory at Massachusetts General Hospital is recruiting 1-2 postdoctoral fellows to conduct NIH-funded research evaluating the neurobiological basis of mindful meditation and yoga. The study combines functional and structural MRI measures with cognitive, psychosocial, and physiological assessments. The primary responsibilities of the fellow will be to analyze MRI and behavioral data, and then write manuscripts detailing the findings. The successful applicant will both assist with ongoing projects and develop and execute their own mentored research project. The lab is located within the Martinos Center for Biomedical Imaging, which has a strong research community offering a wealth of potential collaborations. The lab also collaborates closely with the Center for Mindfulness at UMass Medical School and other researchers in the Boston area.

Minimum requirements include: 1) demonstrated experience with functional and/or structural MRI techniques; 2) a PhD in cognitive or computational neuroscience, experimental psychology, or engineering; and 3) personal experience with yoga or meditation.

The position will begin in the summer of 2012. Consideration of applications will begin in January 2012 and will end when the position is filled. Please send a statement of research interests, curriculum vitae, and 3 letters of reference.
Sara Lazar PhD
Massachusetts General Hospital
149 13th St
Psychiatric Neuroimaging Research Program
Charlestown, MA 02129
lazar@nmr.mgh.harvard.edu
http://www.nmr.mgh.harvard.edu/~lazar

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Postdoctoral Position
Postdoc “Cognitive Neuroscience of Memory”
Memory and Emotion/Fernández Lab
Centre for Cognitive Neuroimaging
Donders Institute for Brain, Cognition and Behaviour
For our “Schema” Project, we seek to hire an excellent Postdoc in the Fernández Lab, which probes the brain basis of memory by applying an interdisciplinary approach integrating cognitive neuroimaging, pharmacology, and genetics.

The current position is financed by a prestigious ERC Advanced Investigator Grant, which Richard Morris (University of Edinburgh) and Guillén Fernández (Donders Institute, Nijmegen) received jointly. This project is an interdisciplinary experimental analysis of the neurobiological mechanisms by which we acquire knowledge. Our approach builds upon recent findings of the participating laboratories that have each addressed key issues associated with the rapid acquisition and assimilation of new associative information into existing neural ‘schemas’. The studies conducted at the Donders Centre will involve fMRI and new cognitive tasks, which are in some cases combined with pharmacology (sophisticated dopamine manipulation), transcranial magnetic stimulation, and a translational project reaching into real-world education.

Applicants should be able to demonstrate a strong academic track-record – most optimally in cognitive neuroscience of memory - and be proficient in fMRI research.

Organization
The Donders Institute for Brain, Cognition and Behaviour (http://www.ru.nl/donders/) with its Centre for Cognitive Neuroimaging offers neuroscientists a unique, multidisciplinary working and learning environment with opportunities for developing expertise in a diversity of research areas and techniques. The centre is equipped with three MRI scanners (7T, 3T, 1.5T), a 275-channel MEG system, an EEG-TMS laboratory, several (MR-compatible) EEG systems, and high-performance computational facilities.

Conditions of employment
Employment: 1,0 fte, the position is initially limited for three years (12 months probation period), but can be extended to maximally five years.

Application
Please send your applications including a motivation letter, CV, and the names (email addresses) of two academics who can provide references to Guillén Fernández at g.fernandez@donders.ru.nl

Closing date: December 31st 2011.

Additional Information
Please contact Guillén Fernández at g.fernandez@donders.ru.nl for further information.

Project relevant, recent publications:

1. Bethus I, Tse D, Morris RG. Dopamine and memory: modulation of the persistence of memory for novel hippocampal NMDA receptor-dependent paired associates. Journal of Neuroscience. 2010; 30: 1610-8.
2. Takashima A, Petersson KM, Rutters F, Tendolkar I, Jensen O, Zwarts MJ, McNaughton BL, Fernández G. Declarative memory consolidation in humans: a prospective functional magnetic resonance imaging study. Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences USA 2006; 103: 756-761
3. Takashima A, Nieuwenhuis IL, Jensen O, Talamini LM, Rijpkema M, Fernández G. Shift from hippocampal to neocortical centered retrieval network with consolidation. Journal of Neuroscience 2009; 29: 10087-10093
4. Tse D, Langston RF, Kakeyama M, Bethus I, Spooner PA, Wood ER, Witter MP, Morris RG. Schemas and memory consolidation. Science 2007; 316: 76-82
5. Tse D, Takeuchi T, Kakeyama M, Kajii Y, Okuno H, Tohyama C, Bito H, Morris RG. Schema-dependent gene activation and memory encoding in neocortex. Science 2011; 333: 891-895
6. van Kesteren MT, Fernández G, Norris DG, Hermans EJ. Persistent schema-dependent hippocampal-neocortical connectivity during memory encoding and post-encoding rest in humans. Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences USA 2010; 107: 7550-7555
7. van Kesteren MT, Rijpkema M, Ruiter DJ, Fernández G. Retrieval of associative information congruent with prior knowledge is related to increased medial prefrontal activity and connectivity. Journal of Neuroscience 2010; 30: 15888-15894
8. Wang SH, Morris RG. Hippocampal-neocortical interactions in memory formation, consolidation, and reconsolidation. Annual Reviews of Psychology 2010; 61: 49-79
9. Wang SH, Redondo RL, Morris RG. Relevance of synaptic tagging and capture to the persistence of long-term potentiation and everyday spatial memory. Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences USA 2010; 107: 19537-42
Guillén Fernández
g.fernandez@donders.ru.nl
+31243610651
http://www.ru.nl/donders

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Postdoctoral Position
Postdoctoral Clinical Research Fellowships
Clinical Research Training Program
Department of Psychiatry
Harvard Medical School
The Harvard Medical School, Department of Psychiatry is offering NIMH-supported Postdoctoral Fellowships involving independent research under supervision of experienced clinical researchers in biological and social/developmental fields, participation in integrative seminars, and related courses. Diverse opportunities at over 45 research sites include: brain imaging, psychophysiology, psychopharmacology, genetics, neurochemistry, and longitudinal developmental studies.

Open to doctorates in biological/psychological sciences, psychiatrists and other physicians. US Citizenship or Permanent Resident Status required. Minority and MD applicants encouraged. Appointments are one year, renewable to two. NIMH-determined pay scale. Rolling admissions, application deadline 2/17/12. Applications accepted until all fellowships have been awarded. Contact: Program Coordinator, Clinical Research Training Program, Judge Baker Children's Center, 53 Parker Hill Ave., Boston, MA 02120-3225,(617) 232-8390, x4293, mloy@jbcc.harvard.edu.
Maria Loy
Program Coordinator, Clinical Research Training Program, Judge Baker Children's Center, 53 Parker Hill Ave., Boston, MA 02120-3225
mloy@jbcc.harvard.edu
617 232-8390

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Postdoctoral Position
POSTDOCTORAL FELLOWSHIP ON THE NEURAL EFFECTS OF MINDFULNESS TRAINING, UNIVERSITY OF MIAMI
Laboratory of Amishi Jha
Department of Psychology
University of Miami
Applications are invited for a multi-year fellowship position investigating the Neural Effects of Mindfulness Training in the Laboratory of Amishi Jha (http://attention.psy.miami.edu) at the University of Miami, in Coral Gables, Florida. The successful applicant will have an opportunity to play an important role in a funded research project investigating the neural effects (with EEG/ERP/FMRI) of short-form mindfulness training on attention and working memory in adults.

Essential skills include a thorough knowledge of human electrophysiology (EEG/ERP) and/or functional MRI and structural MRI techniques, fantastic organizational and computational abilities, as well as the ability to work well in a research team. While this position requires technical sophistication, it is more suited for someone who is scientifically interested in neuroplasticity and its relation to attention, working memory, and mindfulness training, than someone with a strict methods orientation. The successful applicant will hold a PhD in neuroscience or psychology (cognitive, affective, or social neuroscience emphasis).

Please submit applications by December 15, 2011 with a planned start date of Feb 1, 2012. Please send applications (via e-mail) including cover letter, CV, the names and addresses of three referees, in one PDF file, to the Principal Investigator, Dr. Amishi P. Jha, Ph.D (ajha@psy.miami.edu).
Amishi Jha
ajha@psy.miami.edu
http://attention.psy.miami.edu

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Postdoctoral Position
Postdoctoral Position in Clinical Cognitive Neuroscience at UC Davis
Clinical Cognitive Neuroscience
Imaging Research Center / Center for Neuroscience
University of California, Davis
The Translational Cognitive and Affective Neuroscience Lab, led by Dr. Cameron Carter, is seeking applicants for a full time two-year post-doctoral fellow position starting summer/early fall of 2012. The lab focuses on investigating the cognitive and neural mechanisms underlying cognitive control. The post-doc will work in a dynamic and supportive environment on a variety of projects involving behavioral, fMRI, and EEG studies with healthy and psychiatrically ill subjects. Individuals with a Ph.D in clinical psychology, cognitive neuroscience, and cognitive psychology or M.D. with graduate training in cognitive and affective neuroscience are encouraged to apply. Previous experience with: 1) neuroimaging and/or EEG; 2) familiarity with Matlab, EEGlab, SPM, etc ; and 3) theories and methodologies related to adolescent cognitive development, emotion regulation, cognitive remediation, and factors affecting psychosocial outcome are considered strengths. This is an ideal position for someone pursuing an academic career related to clinical neuroscience or basic developmental cognitive neuroscience. For clinical psychology applicants, supervision toward licensure will be available. We offer a competitive package of salary and benefits. Submit application by email and include a cover letter, CV, including GPA and test scores, and references.
Jacqueline Smith, Administrative Assistant III to Dr. Carter
Jacqueline.smith@ucdmc.ucdavis.edu
916-734-3232
http://carterlab.ucdavis.edu

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Postdoctoral Position
Brain Imaging Postdoctoral Fellowship
Center for BrainHealth
Brain and Behavioral Sciences
University of Texas at Dallas
A Postdoctoral research position is available at Center for BrainHealth at The University of Texas at Dallas, in collaboration with the Advanced Imaging Center at UT Southwestern Medical Center. This position presents the unparalleled opportunity to work within a dynamic research team combining ERP, EEG, fMRI, structural brain morphometric measures and behavioral measures to answer both basic and applied questions in clinical and cognitive neuroscience.

Desirable Qualifications:
*PhD preferably completed in neuroscience, neuropsychology, neurocognition, engineering, or related field (biomedical or similar fields will be considered)
*Interest in fMRI techniques, and the relationship between interventions and cognition
*Familiarity with fMRI, EEG, or physiological measures would be advantageous
*Background in Matlab, SPM and AFNI would be advantageous
*Ability to administer and coordinate an NIH funded research project involving exercise, cognition, and health aging
*Ability to interact with & encourage normal aging and other clinical participants in the research study is required
*Ability to work well in a multidisciplinary highly collaborative research team
*Interest in translational research between neuroscience and clinical populations
*Strong record & potential for scholarly productivity

The Center for BrainHealth is located in downtown Dallas adjacent to The University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center. The Center’s research is dedicated to applying cutting edge brain research to clinical populations to study brain plasticity. These projects cover a wide range of cognitive functions across the life-span, across a multitude of disorders, and across the most current functional brain imaging technologies.

Access to state of the art facilities including: Philips 3T research-dedicated MRI scanner, Four Neuroscan SynAmps2 systems equipped for both 64 and 128 channel recordings, newly installed SenseGraphics 3D-LIW large environment workstation and SensAble phantom haptic device, Biopak MP150 system for recording physiological data, and eye-tracking monitors for behavioral measures.

Established access available to special subject populations including: Healthy Aging, Alzheimers Disease (AD), Frontotemporal Lobar Degeneration (FTLD), Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI), ADHD, Autism, Military and Former Military, as well as Stroke, Adolescent, and Pediatric groups. Strong ties present to medical research located at the adjacent UT Southwestern Medical Center.

Benefits of the job include:
*Ability to be involved with established, innovative, multidisciplinary collaborations.
*Ability to work on research projects highly relevant to health outcomes.
*Potential for high publication rate
*High potential for innovation in research design
*Competitive salary and benefits
*One year position, renewable for 2nd year based upon performance and productivity

The University of Texas at Dallas is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, age, citizenship status, Vietnam era or special disabled veteran’s status, or sexual orientation. UT Dallas strongly encourages applications from candidates who would enhance the diversity of the University’s faculty and administration.
Sarah Sprinkle
2200 West Mockingbird Lane
Dallas, TX 75235-5451
Sarah.Sprinkle@utdallas.edu
214-905-3007
http://provost.utdallas.edu/facultyjobs/welcome/jobdetail/pbe110104

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Postdoctoral Position
EXCITING POSITION IN SOCIAL NEUROSCIENCE: WILLIAMS SYNDROME, A MODEL FOR LINKING SOCIAL PHENOTYPE, NEURAL SYSTEMS AND MOLECULAR GENETICS
Laboratory for Cognitive Neuroscience
The Salk Institute for Biological Studies
Accepting applications for a talented Post doctoral Research Scientist at the Laboratory for Cognitive Neuroscience at the Salk Institute for Biological Studies as part of a newly funded NIH funded Program Project. Researcher will have a lead role in characterizing the social-affective behavior of Williams Syndrome (WS), a genetically-based disorder with an unusual social phenotype. We are seeking an innovative individual in cognitive or social neuroscience with expertise in Psychophysiology or ANS, eye tracking and other brain imaging. Background in experimental design and analysis of on-line measures that are used for recording and processing autonomic indices is essential. Position also involves collaborating with a group of investigator and supervising research assistants. (Position available immediately).

Position Requirements
Doctoral degree in Cognitive Psychology, Cognitive Neuroscience, Neuropsychology, or other neuroscience-related fields and strengths in statistical analysis are required. You must have working knowledge of the following software tools: Matlab, SPSS, SAS, Psyscope and BioPac systems. Four or more years of research experience and peer-reviewed publications are required. Strong interpersonal skills and experience working with developmentally delayed populations and a clinical background is considered a plus.

For full consideration, qualified candidates should apply by submitting a Letter of Research Interest, a current CV, names of three references and publications.
Patricia Fillet
10010 North Torrey Pines Rd
La Jolla, CA 92037
lcnadmin@salk.edu
(858) 453-4100
http://lcn.salk.edu

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Postdoctoral Position
POSTDOCTORAL FELLOWSHIP IN HUMAN BRAIN PLASTICITY
Beckman Institute
University of Illinois
Applications are invited for a postdoctoral position in human brain plasticity at the Beckman Institute, University of Illinois. The successful applicant will have the opportunity to play an important role in the interdisciplinary study of human brain and cognitive plasticity in several funded research projects including cognitive training in a complex video-game like environments, acting training, and fitness training with both children and older adults.

Essential skills include a thorough knowledge of functional and structural MRI techniques (and experience with FSL, SPM or other MRI/fMRI analysis procedures), multivariate analysis techniques, good organizational abilities, as well as the ability to mentor graduate students, and work well in research teams.

Review of applications will commence in January 2012. Applications are welcome until the position is filled.

Please send applications including cover letter, CV, the names and addresses of three referees, in one pdf file, to the Principal Investigator, Dr. Art Kramer (a-kramer@illinois.edu).
Art Kramer
a-kramer@illinois.edu
1-217-244-8373

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Postdoctoral Position
Cognitive Neuroscience/Neuropsychology PostDoctoral Research Associate
THE COGNITIVE AND NEUROIMAGING BASES OF PARKINSON’S DISEASE AND MANGANESE TOXICITY
Department of Neurology
Penn State Hershey Medical Center
This is an opportunity for a 2-3 year post-doctoral research associate position starting immediately. The successful candidate will join a growing multidisciplinary team employing state of the art neuroimaging, neurocognitive and clinical methods to study the earliest onset of Parkinson’s disease and related disorders as well as biomarkers of disease progression. The research program is funded by multiple NIH and other grants and is located in the Department of Neurology at the Penn State Hershey Medical Center and College of Medicine. The Research Associate will work under the supervision of Drs. Xuemei Huang and Paul Eslinger. Applicants should have a Ph.D. degree in cognitive neuroscience or clinical neuropsychology, with experience in working effectively with research participants in cognitive assessments, structural and functional imaging, and integrative data analysis. This person will be responsible for assisting in data collection, analysis and management in the Hershey Brain Analysis Research Laboratory for Neurodegenerative Disorders as well as preparation of reports, presentations and manuscripts. This is an excellent opportunity to extend and solidify advanced research skills and scholarship in preparation for independent investigation.

Penn State Hershey Medical Center is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Please submit applications immediately with a planned start date of Spring 2012. Send application (via e-mail) including cover letter, CV, the names and addresses of three references, in one PDF file.
Prof. Paul J. Eslinger
Dr. Xuemei Huang (xhuang3@hmc.psu.edu)
and Dr. Paul J. Eslinger (peslinger@psu.edu).
Department of Neurology
Penn State Hershey Medical Center
30 Hope Drive
P.O. Box 857
Hershey PA 17033-0857 USA
peslinger@psu.edu
717-531-1804

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Postdoctoral Position
WRIISC Special Fellowship Program for Clinical Psychologists (PhD track)
VA Palo Alto War Related Illness and Injury Study Center (WRIISC)
Research Interests in Mental Health and Neuroscience
DEPARTMENT OF VETERANS AFFAIRS, PALO ALTO
The Office of Academic Affiliations, Department of Veterans Affairs (VA), is now accepting applications for a two-year special Fellowship training program for clinical psychologists (PhD) in Mental Health Research and Treatment. The Fellowship can begin between July 1st and October 1st, 2012. The Fellowship site is part of the VA Palo Alto War Related Illness and Injury Study Center (WRIISC) and is affiliated with Stanford University. This interdisciplinary program aims to provide clinical psychologists or recent Ph.D.’s in psychology, cognitive neuroscience, or other applicable disciplines with clinical and research training in a broad range of specialties to become outstanding clinical researchers in high priority areas of brain and mental health. Individualized, mentored research and clinical training is combined with a state-of-the-art curriculum that emphasizes research methods, statistics, epidemiology, neuroscience, mental health systems, quality improvement methods, education, and service delivery. The VAPA-WRIISC-SFP site is linked to the two other WRIISC fellowship sites (Washington, DC, East Orange, NJ) as well as the VA Mental Illness Research, Education, and Clinical Center (MIRECC) fellowship program (based at Palo Alto) for didactic, academic, and research efforts. Fellows devote 75% of their time to research and education activities and 25% to clinical training. This fellowship integrates research, education and clinical care while focusing on major areas of study that may include such issues as the cognitive neuroscience of memory, Posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD), traumatic brain injury (TBI), chronic pain, and cognitive impairment. There is also opportunity to explore projects in geropsychology and dementia with WRIISC, MIRECC, and Stanford faculty. We are particularly interested in applying an interdisciplinary approach integrating neuropsychology, and neuroimaging. In collaboration with their mentors, Fellows will develop and conduct a research project, publish and present findings, participate in grant writing, and utilize the latest technologies for research, educational activities, and clinical service delivery.

A. To be eligible to apply for the WRIISC Fellowship Program, a clinical or non-clinical PhD applicant must be able to provide evidence of:
1. U.S. citizenship.

B. To apply for the WRIISC Fellowship Program, applicants must submit: a) a letter confirming they can fulfill the eligibility requirements; b) a personal statement describing their interest in the Fellowship; c) 3 letters of recommendation; and d) a current curriculum vitae. These materials can be submitted directly to the Fellowship Program Director at the following site: Program PhD Director: Maheen M. Adamson, PhD at maheen.adamson@va.gov.

C. If the applicant is identified as the candidate of choice at this site, they will be required to produce all documents listed in above section A and the following additional documents:

1. Transcripts from all educational institutions
2. VA Form 10-2850d, “Application for Health Professions Trainees.”

For more information, please contact Maheen Adamson, PhD at the WRIISC Palo Alto Fellowship site, (650) 493-5000, "1", "1" then x62179 or maheen.adamson@va.gov.
Maheen Adamson, PhD
maheen.adamson@va.gov
(650) 493-5000

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Postdoctoral Position
WRIISC Special Postdoctoral Fellowship Program in Advanced Clinical Neuroimaging
VA Palo Alto War Related Illness and Injury Study Center (WRIISC)
Research Interests in Mental Health and Neuroscience
DEPARTMENT OF VETERANS AFFAIRS, PALO ALTO
The Office of Academic Affiliations, Department of Veterans Affairs (VA), is now accepting applications for a two-year special Postdoctoral Fellowship Training Program in advanced neuroimaging with an emphasis on Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI), Posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD), memory problems (including dementia), and chronic pain. The fellowship can begin between July 1st and October 1st, 2012. The Fellowship site is part of the VA Palo Alto War Related Illness and Injury Study Center (WRIISC) and is affiliated with Stanford University. Our center specializes in integrating anatomical/functional Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI) and Positron Emission Tomography (PET) to improve the diagnostic/prognostic value of neuroimaging in the clinical setting. The fellowship provides a unique opportunity to (a) receive training in Diffusion Tensor Imaging (DTI), functional Magnetic Resonance Imaging (fMRI) and Voxel-based morphometry (VBM) from a team of experienced neuroimagers and (b) relate neuroimaging findings to clinical cases in consensus conferences with our team of neurologists, nurse practitioners, psychiatrists & psychologists.
Applicants must be US citizens. The ideal candidate will have a Ph.D. in cognitive neuroscience, computer science, psychology, or a related discipline. Prior experience in neuroimaging is essential. Experience with Linux, MATLAB, SPM8, FreeSurfer, MedINRIA & FSL is highly desirable and programming skills would be a big plus.
The VAPA-WRIISC-SFP site is linked to the two other WRIISC fellowship sites (Washington, DC, East Orange, NJ) as well as the VA Mental Illness Research, Education, and Clinical Center (MIRECC) fellowship program (based at Palo Alto) for didactic, academic, and research efforts. Fellows devote 75% of their time to research and education activities and 25% to clinical training. There is also opportunity to explore projects in psychology and dementia with WRIISC, MIRECC, and Stanford faculty. In collaboration with their mentors, fellows will develop and conduct a research project, publish and present findings, participate in grant writing, and utilize the latest technologies for research, educational activities, and clinical service delivery.

A. To be eligible to apply for the WRIISC Fellowship Program you must hold a PhD in one of the above described disciplines and be able to provide evidence of U.S. citizenship.

B. To apply for the WRIISC Fellowship Program, applicants must submit: a) a letter confirming they can fulfill the eligibility requirements; b) a personal statement describing their interest in the Fellowship; c) 3 letters of recommendation; and d) a current curriculum vitae. These materials can be submitted directly to the Fellowship Program Director: Maheen M. Adamson, PhD at maheen.adamson@va.gov.

C. If the applicant is identified as the candidate of choice for this site, they will be required to produce all documents listed in above section A and the following additional documents:

1. Transcripts from all educational institutions
2. VA Form 10-2850d, “Application for Health Professions Trainees.”

For more information, please contact Maheen Adamson, PhD at the WRIISC Palo Alto Fellowship site, (650) 493-5000, "1", "1" then x62179 or maheen.adamson@va.gov.
Maheen Adamson, PhD
maheen.adamson@va.gov
(650) 493-5000

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Postdoctoral Position
Emotion/Motivation and Cognition
Laboratory of Cognition and Emotion
Department of Psychology
University of Maryland, College Park
Candidates are being considered for a postdoctoral research associate position in the laboratory of Prof. Luiz Pessoa. Work in the lab focuses on the interactions between cognitive and emotional/motivational systems using fMRI and behavioral techniques. Requirements include a PhD in neuroscience or related area. Experience in cognitive neuroscience and neuroimaging and familiarity with neuroimaging analysis platforms are desirable. We are particularly looking for someone with strong computational programming skills, including experience with Matlab (C++ is a benefit). Strengths in mathematical and statistical knowledge are also strongly desired. The position offers excellent training in advanced aspects of neuroimaging data analysis, including trial-by-trial, connectivity, machine learning/multivariate, and graph-theoretic/network techniques. The University of Maryland, College Park, offers outstanding resources for neuroimaging and houses a 3T TIM Trio Siemens system. The university is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. Minorities and women are strongly encouraged to apply. Anticipated start date: spring/summer of 2012. Please email a CV, letter of intent, and 2-3 letters of recommendation to
Luiz Pessoa
Department of Psychology, University of Maryland,
College Park, MD
pessoa@umd.edu
http://emotioncognition.org

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Postdoctoral Position
Special Fellowship Program for Physicians with Research Interests in Mental Health and Neuroscience (VAPA-WRIISC-SFP)
Palo Alto WRIISC
DEPARTMENT OF VETERANS AFFAIRS, PALO ALTO
The Office of Academic Affiliations, Department of Veterans Affairs (VA), is now accepting applications for a two-year special Fellowship training program for physicians in Clinical Research and Treatment. The Fellowship can begin between July 1st and October 1st, 2012. The Fellowship site is part of the VA Palo Alto War Related Illness and Injury Study Center (WRIISC) and is affiliated with Stanford University. This interdisciplinary program aims to train physicians, with residency training from a broad range of specialties, including but not restricted to neurology, psychiatry, radiology and internal medicine to become outstanding clinical researchers. Our center specializes in Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI), Posttraumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD), memory problems (including dementia) and chronic pain. Individualized, mentored research and clinical training is combined with a state-of-the-art curriculum that emphasizes neuroscience (with a particular emphasis on advanced neuroimaging techniques), mental health systems, quality improvement methods, education and service delivery. The VAPA-WRIISC-SFP site is linked to the two other WRIISC fellowship sites (Washington, DC, East Orange, NJ) as well as the VA Mental Illness Research, Education and Clinical Center (MIRECC) fellowship program (based at Palo Alto) for didactic, academic, and research efforts. Fellows devote 75% of their time to research and education activities and 25% to clinical training. There is also opportunity to explore projects in psychology and dementia with WRIISC, MIRECC, and Stanford faculty. In collaboration with their mentors, Fellows will develop and conduct a research project, publish and present findings, participate in grant writing, and utilize the latest technologies for research, educational activities, and clinical service delivery.

A. To be eligible to apply for the WRIISC Fellowship Program, an M.D. or D.O. applicant must be able to provide evidence of:
1. U.S. citizenship or immigration status (current, unexpired visa and ECFMG [Education Commission for Foreign Medical Graduates] certificate that is valid indefinitely; or evidence of naturalization or permanent U.S. immigrant status) (Applicants on a J-1 visa must have current ECFMG sponsorship as well.)
2. All state medical licenses verified in all states where claimed by applicant
3. Unrestricted and current state medical license (any state)
4. Board eligible or board certified
5. Completion of education and training (medical school diploma, ACGME [Accreditation Council for Graduate Medical Education] accredited residency training)
6. Other relevant certification (ECFMG or other certifications)

B. To apply for the WRIISC Fellowship Program, applicants must submit: a) a letter confirming they can fulfill the eligibility requirements; b) a personal statement describing their interest in the Fellowship; c) 3 letters of recommendation; and d) a current curriculum vitae. These materials can be submitted directly to Stacy Moeder, MHA, MBA at the WRIISC Palo Alto Fellowship site, (650) 493-5000, "1", "1" then x63316 or stacy.moeder@va.gov.


C. If the applicant is identified as the candidate of choice at this site, they will be required to produce all documents listed in above section A and the following additional documents:

1. Transcripts from all educational institutions
2. VA Form 10-2850d, “Application for Health Professions Trainees.”
Wes Ashford, MD, PhD
For more information, please contact the MD Fellowship Program Director at the following site: Palo Alto VA/Stanford, CA – Wes Ashford, MD, PhD.
wes.ashford@va.gov

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Research Assistant Position
Research Assistant Position in Cognitive Neuroscience at UC Davis
Translational Cognitive and Affective Neuroscience Lab
Imaging Research Center / Center for Neuroscience
University of California, Davis
The Translational Cognitive and Affective Neuroscience Lab, led by Dr. Cameron Carter, is seeking applicants for a full time research assistant position starting spring/summer of 2012. The lab focuses on investigating the cognitive and neural mechanisms underlying cognitive control. The RA will work in a dynamic and friendly environment on a variety of projects involving fMRI and EEG studies with healthy and psychiatrically ill subjects. The scope of responsibilities is broad and may include subject recruitment and clinical characterization, fMRI and EEG experiment implementation, data processing and data analysis. Individuals majoring in psychology, neuroscience, computer science and engineering are encouraged to apply. Previous experience in neuroimaging and/or EEG as well as familiarity with Matlab and SPM are considered strengths. This is an ideal position for someone interested in pursuing graduate studies in cognitive neuroscience or a clinical discipline drawing upon this area of basic science. We are looking for a two-year commitment. We offer a competitive package of salary and benefits, including reduced tuition for courses at UC Davis as well as a career development workshop within the lab. Submit application by email and include a cover letter, CV including GPA, list of relevant coursework or transcript, and references.
Jacqueline Smith, Administrative Assistant III to Dr. Carter
Jacqueline.smith@ucdmc.ucdavis.edu
916-734-3232
http://carterlab.ucdavis.edu

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Research Assistant Position
EXCITING RESEARCH OPPORTUNITY
Laboratory for Cognitive Neuroscience
The Salk Institute for Biological Studies
The Laboratory for Cognitive Neuroscience at Salk Institute seeks a Research Assistant with training experience in EEG/ERP and ANS behavioral and experimental analysis. Strong programming skills in Matlab and SPSS are essential. Familiarity with one or more analysis platforms (eg. E-Prime) is desirable. The successful candidate will be joining the research group of Dr. Ursula Bellugi and contribute to the studies of the unique social-affective behavior and altered genetic profile in individuals with Williams Syndrome (WS), compared to both typically developing (TD) individuals and those with a similar level of intellectual function, but without the genetic basis. The RA is expected to make scientific contributions to the research and will perform research and analysis duties.

RESPONSIBILITIES WILL INCLUDE: Develops and programs experimental studies, collects and analyzes data, administers neuropsychological (ANS) studies with normal and neurodevelopmentally impaired participants through standardized and experimental testing(s) using Event Related Potentials (ERPs) and psychophysiology (ANS); tracks progress of the study and behavior data; codes and analyzes statistical data and assists in the preparation of progress reports, papers and presentations.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS: Proficiency in statistical analysis, as well as good writing skills are necessary. Familiarity with ANS analysis and use of equipment; MATLAB, and C++ software is a plus. Strong organizational skills and ability to tackle complex tasks in an independent manner, is highly desired.

MINIMUM REQUIRED: A Bachelor degree in related field and 2 years experience or Master’s degree in related field and 3 years experience, preferred. The candidate for this position should be highly motivated and professionally oriented, with a strong experimental background in cognitive neuroscience, experimental psychology, or other social neuroscience related fields.

To be considered for this position, please send a LETTER OF INTEREST, RESUME and CV, plus THREE REFERENCES.
Patricia Fillet
10010 North Torrey Pines Rd
La Jolla, CA 92037
lcnadmin@salk.edu
(858) 453-4100
http://lcn.salk.edu

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Research Assistant Position
Research Technician (2 posts)
Cognitive and social neuroscience
School of Psychology
University of Plymouth (UK)
Research Technicians are being recruited to work at the Centre for Brain, Cognition & Behaviour (http://psychology.plymouth.ac.uk/research/). The primary duties involve conducting event-related potentials (ERP) experiments under the supervision of Dr Haline Schendan and collaborators. The projects involve cognitive neuroscience research on the brain basis of human semantic memory (i.e., meaning and conceptual understanding) and social neuroscience research on the brain basis of deception (known popularly as lie detection). The tasks will require practical skills and computer literacy to run electroencephalographic (EEG) hardware and software.

You will have a good degree or equivalent in Psychology, Neuroscience or related field and relevant laboratory experience.

This fixed term position is for up to 37 hours per week (start date ~ 9 January 2012). End date is 31 July 2012, but similar fixed-term positions are expected to become available thereafter, lasting up to 4 years.

SALARY: Technical Grade 3: £17677 to £19261 pa, pro rata

Closing date for applications: 14 December 2011, with interviews shortly thereafter.

Job reference: A2365
http://www.plymouth.ac.uk/jobs
www.jobs.ac.uk
Haline Schendan
For informal discussion, contact Dr Haline Schendan (haline.schendan@plymouth.ac.uk)
http://www.psy.plymouth.ac.uk/research/HESchendan/
haline.schendan@plymouth.ac.uk
+44 01752 584804
http://www.plymouth.ac.uk/jobs

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Research Assistant Position
Lab Manager Position - Northwestern University
Cognitive Neuroscience
Department of Psychology
Northwestern University
Research Assistant Position
Research assistant in Cognitive Neuroscience
Department of Psychology
Northwestern University
We seek a research assistant for a joint lab manager position across two labs at the Department of Psychology at Northwestern University (Prof. Joan Chiao and Prof. Steve Franconeri). Studies involve behavioral, fMRI, and ERP studies of social/cultural neuroscience and visual cognition. The responsibilities include assisting in subject recruitment and running, performing maintenance on laboratory equipment, data analysis, and training and supervising undergraduate students. The position is ideal for a recent undergraduate who wishes to experience neuroscience research prior to applying to graduate or medical school, and provides a unique opportunity to experience two broad programs of research.

Candidates should have an undergraduate degree in Psychology, Neuroscience, Biology or related fields, familiarity and ease with computers and strong organizational and interpersonal skills. Expertise with programming, prior independent research experience, and/or statistics is strongly desirable.

The laboratory is part of Northwestern University's Psychology Department. We are particularly committed to maintaining a strongly interactive and collaborative atmosphere among different laboratories. Laboratory websites are available below.
http://www.psych.northwestern.edu/~chiao/lab.htm
http://www.psych.northwestern.edu/~franconeri/lab/index.html

Minorities and women are strongly encouraged to apply. Please send a statement of research interests, a CV, and contact information for 3 references to: Mark Schurgin, maschurgin@gmail.com
Mark Schurgin
maschurgin@gmail.com

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Graduate Student Position
PhD Position in Cognitive Neuroscience
Cognitive Neuroscience Laboratory & Laboratory of Neuroimaging
Clinical Neurospychology
Queens College, CUNY
Graduate Student Position
PhD Position in Cognitive Neuroscience
Clinical Neuropsychology

The Cognitive Neuroscience Laboratory is a collection of doctoral students in the basic and clinical neuropsychology programs at Queens College, masters students in neuropsychology at Queens college, and visiting scholars from around the world. Dr. Fan is also the director of the Laboratory of Neuroimaging at Mount Sinai School of Medicine, where numerous studies with collaborators across multiple academic levels occur. Current research across laboratories focuses on understanding the neural correlates of attention and emotion, in both normal and patient populations, employing behavioral, developmental, functional magnetic resonance imaging (fMRI), event-related potential (ERP), computational modeling, and genetics methods.

We invite applications for a PhD position in the Neuropsychology PhD programs(clinical and basic track) at the Graduate Center, City University of New York. The official position is in Dr. Jin Fan’s Cognitive Neuroscience Laboratory at Queens College, but there is also anticipated affiliation with Dr. Fan’s Laboratory of Neuroimaging at Mount Sinai School of Medicine. We are looking for highly motivated applicants with an Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in psychology, cognitive neuroscience, or a related field of study. Experience as a post-baccalaureate research assistant in a cognitive neuroscience (or related field) laboratory affiliated with a major medical center is preferred. Experience with fMRI analysis (e.g., SPM), Matlab and/or script programming, as well as design and programming of experiments is recommended but not a must. Successful candidate should have an interest in and qualification for experimental research, be able to work in an interdisciplinary team in an international context, and have excellent writing skills in English.

If interested, please contact Dr. Jin Fan with a copy of your CV at jin.fan@qc.cuny.edu.

Official applications must be submitted through the Graduate Center, CUNY, by December 1st, 2011. Potential applicants are encouraged to contact Dr. Fan prior to applying. Application requirements are listed at http://www.gc.cuny.edu/Prospective-Current-Students/Prospective-Students/
Jin Fan, PhD
jin.fan@qc.cuny.edu

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