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Post-Doctoral Research Associate - Minnesota Center for Twin and Family Research
The development of substance abuse problems and related psychopathology
The Minnesota Center for Twin and Family Research (MCTFR) in the Department of Psychology at the University of Minnesota has an opening for one or more post-doctoral research associates. We seek someone interested in the study of the development of substance abuse and related psychopathology in our genetically informed samples of twin and adoptive children and their parents prospectively studied from preadolescence through young adulthood. The MCTFR dataset is unique in terms of the breadth of its assessment (e.g. a rich set of clinical, personality, and endophenotypic measures), developmental informativeness (participants have been assessed every 3-4 years, spanning ages 11 through 29), comprehensive measurement of environmental risk (e.g. prenatal, familial, peer group, neighborhood), inclusion of biological measures (e.g. dense array EEG/ERP, autonomic responsivity, neuropsychological function) and extensive coverage of genetic markers (660K SNPs as part of GWAS) in a prospectively studied sample of twin and adoptive adolescent sibling pairs and their parents (2500 families). The MCTFR affords excellent opportunities for the person filling this position to develop an independent program of research in addition to working with these data.
Applications should consist of: 1) an updated CV; 2) personal statement; 3) up to 3 reprints/preprints; and 4) contact information for 3 professional references. References will only be contacted for candidates judged from their paper record to be finalists for the position. Application materials can be submitted by e-mail to Kristen Harne at kharne@umn.edu. Inquiries about the position can be directed to either Bill Iacono (wiacono@umn.edu) or Matt McGue (mcgue001@umn.edu). Review of applications will begin on March 1, 2011 and continue until this position is filled. The University of Minnesota is an equal opportunity educator and employer.
Quick link: employment.umn.edu/applicants/Central?quickFind=92969
posted 23 January 2012
Research Director - Applied Mindfulness, Inc.
Applied Mindfulness, Inc. a translational research and intervention design consulting firm, is seeking a PhD level researcher to join our growing company as Research Director and subsequently Principal Investigator for an extramurally-funded Federal Small Business Innovation Research / Small Business Technology Transfer (SBIR/ SBTT) research project if funded. Applied Mindfulness develops innovative evidence-based neurophysiology and mindfulness-based experiential interventions (behavior change programs and experiential learning curricula) for a variety of context-specific implementations, including medical, mental health, youth development, and educational contexts. We are a small, hands-on, do-it-yourself oriented firm looking for a very bright, capable, self-directed, and outside-the-box thinking researcher who wants to be actively involved in the development and measurement of breakthrough innovative healing and learning technologies. Having an entrepreneurial orientation will be helpful in this position.
Job duties include oversight of the design, implementation, and dissemination of research about AMI's interventions, as well as thought partnership in translating cutting edge neuroscience into application.
Qualifications include PhD or equivalent-level degree in neuroscience, neuropsychology, psycho-physiology or related field, established record of research accomplishment, including a history of obtaining significant extramural funding (previous NIH funding is a plus). An interest in / and hopefully practice of mindfulness. Research interests/ background can/ should include: Psycho-physiology: Social Engagement and Threat physiology (we are specifically interested in Dr. Stephen Porges Polyvagal Theory, Dr. Peter Levine's Somatic Experiencing modality, and familiarity with either of these bodies of work would be considered noteworthy), Developmental Neuroscience, Affective Neuroscience, Neurocardiology.
This position is funded by 100% external (i.e., funded grants) funds. This position could co-exist with another, e.g., university appointment.
For more information about our work, please visit www.applied-mindfulness.org
For more information about this position: https://sites.google.com/site/appliedmindfulnessinc/ami-news
For consideration, please email CV, research areas of interest, and publications to Gabriel@applied-mindfulness.org
posted 19 January 2012
Biological Psychology-Assistant or Associate Professor, Tenure Track
The Department of Psychology at the University of Massachusetts Dartmouth invites applications for a tenure-track Assistant or Associate Professor of Psychology with emphasis on human research involving the neural basis of cognition, perception, or emotion; psychophysiology; or other areas that complement current faculty research. The position begins on September 1, 2012 and rank will depend upon qualifications. A doctoral degree in psychology is required by the time of application and candidates with post doctoral research experience and teaching experience are preferred. Special consideration will be given to candidates with interests in health-related research. The successful candidate is expected to maintain an active program of research capable of external funding and to demonstrate excellence in teaching. The department has two laboratories used for EEG or ERP research. One laboratory has a sound-attenuated chamber and state of the art ERP amplifiers, software, and computers. Course assignments may include Introductory Psychology, a content oriented Research Methods course, Biological Psychology, and graduate and undergraduate courses in the candidate's area of specialization. To apply, please submit a cover letter describing interest and qualifications for the position, curriculum vitae, reprints (preprints) or writing sample, and three letters of recommendation to: Office of the Dean of the College of Arts & Sciences, University of Massachusetts Dartmouth, 285 Old Westport Rd., North Dartmouth, MA 02747-2300, ATTN: Biological Psychology Search. Appointment is contingent upon final fiscal authorization. Review of applications begins March 1, 2012 and continues until the position is filled. For more information regarding the department see our website at http://www.umassd.edu. UMass Dartmouth is located near the southeastern coast of Massachusetts, an hour south of Boston and midway between Providence and Cape Cod.
posted 18 January 2012
POST DOCTORAL FELLOW - University of Maryland
The Child Development Laboratory at the University of Maryland, College Park, (http://www.education.umd.edu/EDHD/faculty/Fox/) is searching for a post-doctoral fellow who has a strong background in electrophysiological methods (particularly acquisition, processing and analysis of high density EEG) who is interested in working on a NIH funded project examining the development in human infants and non-human primates of mu rhythm activity/mirror neuron action. This person would be directly involved in developing/utilizing new methods for extracting mu rhythm activity from the ongoing EEG as well as engaging in experimental studies acquiring behavior and EEG with human and non-human primate populations. Required skills include knowledge of MATLAB, EEGLAB, and experience working with the EGI high density system. Interested applicants should send a CV and letter to Nathan Fox, Department of Human Development, University of Maryland, College Park, MD fox@umd.edu
posted 17 January 2012
Department of Health and Human Services - National Institutes of Health -
Health Scientist Administrator
The National Institutes of Health, a major research component of the Department of Health and Human Services, invites you to apply for two professional tracks currently available in one of the 24 Institutes and Centers that award extramural grants: Program Officer and Scientific Review Officer. The mission of the NIH is science in pursuit of fundamental knowledge about the nature and behavior of living systems and the application of that knowledge to extend healthy life and reduce the burdens of illness and disability. Come join the nation's premier medical research agency, where we are making important medical discoveries that improve health and save lives!
As a Program Officer, you will stimulate, plan, direct, and evaluate activities for a portfolio of research projects, research program and other grant/awards, cooperative agreements, and/or contracts in the assigned program area and the discovery, development and evaluation of associated prevention and therapeutic strategies.
As a Scientific Review Officer, you will be responsible for the initial administrative and scientific merit review of grant applications for research programs and/or research training and career development grants through interaction with established scientists in a variety of fields. You will assure the fairness and consistency of the scientific peer review process and provide guidance on peer review policies and procedures to applicants, reviewers, and Institute staff.
The scientific specialties include, but are not limited to the following: biology; biochemistry; cellular biology; cardiology; chemistry; clinical research; clinical trials; drug development; epidemiology; genetics; genomics; health informatics; heart, lung, and blood disorders; imaging informatics; immunology; microbiology; neurology; neuroscience; pharmacology; product development; psychology; regulatory affairs; sleep disorders; substance abuse; translational research; and vascular disorders.
The salary range for these positions is $74,872 to $136,771 per annum, commensurate with qualifications and professional experience. A full benefits package is available, which includes retirement, Thrift Savings Plan participation, health, life, and long-term care insurance.
For qualification requirements, evaluation criteria, and application instructions, view the vacancy announcements at http://jobs.nih.gov/globalrecruitment. Please contact Denise Moore at 301-435-4762 or moored@mail.nih.gov if you have any questions.
HHS and NIH are Equal Opportunity Employers
posted 12 January 2012
Lecturer in Psychology - University of Plymouth
Salary grade/ range: £36,862 - £44,016 - Grade 8
Hours per week/ weeks per year: 37.5
Fixed term/ permanent: Permanent
The School of Psychology is looking to make a permanent lectureship appointment to strengthen its current staffing. In RAE2008 the School was ranked in the top third of psychology departments in the UK, with 85% of its research activity judged to be of international standard. We are looking to build upon this success through the appointment of a lecturer with outstanding research potential.
We are looking to appoint candidates who have a strong research track record as demonstrated through publication and income generation. We will consider applications from excellent candidates in any area of psychology. Currently the School has established expertise in several fields, with research organised around the recently recognised University Research Centre in Brain, Cognition and Behaviour. The centre encompasses research excellence in Thinking and Reasoning, Memory, Vision, Cognitive Neuroscience, Language Development, Social Psychology, Health and Well Being and Human Factors. Applicants would be expected to contribute to one of these research groups, or be involved in the creation of a new research grouping.
Applicants should be qualified to PhD level or equivalent and have some experience of successfully developing and delivering excellent Psychology teaching at university level.
Informal enquiries may be made by email to Professor Simon Handley, Head of School at shandley@plymouth.ac.uk although applications must be made in accordance with the details shown below.
Closing date: 12midnight, 13th January
Shortlisting to be completed by: 27th January
Interview date: To be Confirmed
Contact for informal discussion:
Informal enquiries may be made by email to Professor Simon Handley, Head of School at shandley@plymouth.ac.uk or by telephone on 01752 584829
posted 5 January 2012
Professor in Psychology - University of Plymouth
Salary grade/ range: Senior Managers Scale
Hours per week/ weeks per year: 37.5
Fixed term/ permanent: Permanent
The School of Psychology is looking to make a senior professorial appointment to strengthen its current staffing. In RAE2008 the School was ranked in the top third of psychology departments in the UK, with 85% of its research activity judged to be of international standard. We are looking to build upon this success through the appointment of a world leading research professor.
We are looking to appoint a candidate who has an outstanding research track record as demonstrated through publication and income generation. The successful candidate will have an international reputation and be a world leader within their field. They will have a successful record of research income generation leading to 4* research outputs. We will consider applications from excellent candidates in any area of psychology. Currently the School has established expertise in several fields, with research organised around the recently recognised University Research Centre in Brain, Cognition and Behaviour. The centre encompasses research excellence in Thinking and Reasoning, Memory, Vision, Cognitive Neuroscience, Language Development, Social Psychology and Health and Well Being. Applicants would be expected to contribute to one of these research groups, or be involved in the creation of a new research grouping.
A competitive salary and start up package will be available to the successful candidate.
Informal enquiries may be made by email to Professor Simon Handley, Head of School at shandley@plymouth.ac.uk although applications must be made in accordance with the details shown below.
Closing date: 12midnight, 13th January
Shortlisting to be completed by: 27th January
Interview date: To be Confirmed
Contact for informal discussion:
Informal enquiries may be made by email to Professor Simon Handley, Head of School at shandley@plymouth.ac.uk or by telephone on 01752 584829
posted 5 January 2012
Psychophysiology Research Technician - VA GRECC Laboratory of E-learning and Multimedia Research
The VA GRECC Laboratory of E-learning and Multimedia Research wishes to recruit a Psychophysiology Research Technician to work on projects in multimedia e-learning and health care education using psychophysiological measures. The post will be based in research labs at Bruce W. Carter Miami VAMC/South Florida VA Foundation for Research and Education.
The primary duties involve collecting and processing data for health care education research involving psychophysiological measures (e.g., skin conductance, heart rate variability, eye tracking, facial EMG) under the supervision of physician researchers and collaborators. The projects involve the use of psychophysiological measures in health care professional and patient education and self-management. Areas of study include health care professional's bias toward obese individuals, health literacy and numeracy, medical decision-making and the use of digital human avatar-mediated interventions for positive behavioral change. The tasks will require both practical skills and computer literacy to run the equipment, software, and maintain records. The research technician(s) will utilize and extend their current techniques and have an opportunity to develop skills in psychophysiological research.
Qualifications: Psychophysiology, Biofeedback, Neuroscience, Cognitive Science, Computer Science, Psychology or related field. Relevant experience of research in psychophysiological metrics, electroencephalography or relevant laboratory, computer, or biomedical based experience.
This is a fixed term position until 31 July 2012 (start date around 9 January 2012) for up to 40 hours per week; due to the start of new grants in 2012. Those seeking short or longer-term positions are welcome to apply. For exceptionally qualified international candidates we can sponsor an H-1B Visa.
SALARY: Commensurate with experience.
The closing date for completed applications is January 2012 with interviews shortly thereafter.
Website: www.Lemur.geriu.org
Contact: Allen D. Andrade MD allen.andrade@va.gov
posted 4 January 2012
Postdoctoral Fellowships in Alcohol and Addiction Research Department of Psychological Sciences University of Missouri
Up to THREE POSTDOCTORAL RESEARCH POSITIONS IN ALCOHOL AND ADDICTIONS are available. Postdoctoral research fellows will undertake advanced training in addictions and pursue their own research interests under the supervision of one or more faculty preceptors. Faculty preceptors include: Bruce Bartholow (psychophysiology; alcohol and social cognition; alcohol and executive control), Lynne Cooper (drinking motives, alcohol and sexual behavior, adolescent risk-taking, personality), Ian Gizer (genetics of drug and alcohol use disorders, personality and addictive behavior), Tom Piasecki (tobacco dependence and withdrawal, alcohol X tobacco interaction, hangover, ecological momentary assessment), Ken Sher (etiological and developmental processes in alcohol use disorders, comorbidity, college student drinking), Wendy Slutske (behavioral genetics of alcoholism, pathological gambling), Denis McCarthy (drinking motives, drinking and driving, behavioral pharmacogenetics of alcohol), Doug Steinley (statistical methods, substance use in social networks, subtyping addictive behaviors), Dennis Miller (behavioral pharmacology of nicotine and other drugs), and Matt Will (behavioral pharmacology of appetitive behavior). MU's addiction training is closely affiliated with the Midwest Alcoholism Research Center based at Washington University in St. Louis. International candidates will be considered for up to two of these positions. Candidates must hold a Ph.D. or other doctoral degree relevant to the study of the psychology of addiction. These positions are for up to two years and start date is negotiable.
We will begin reviewing applicants after February 1st, 2012 and those applications received by that date will get full consideration.
Send vita, up to 5 representative reprints, a cover letter describing your research interests and training goals, and 3 letters of reference to: Addiction Research Training, c/o Gail Raskin, Dept. of Psychological Sciences, 200 S. 7th Street, University of Missouri, Columbia, MO 65211, rasking@missouri.edu, 573-882-1682. Inquiries can be made to Ken Sher, 573-882-4279, Email: SherK@missouri.edu
The University of Missouri does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, sex, age, disability, status as disabled veteran, or veteran of Vietnam era.
posted 29 December 2011
Postdoctoral position open- The Salk Institute for Biological Studies
EXCITING POSITION IN SOCIAL NEUROSCIENCE: WILLIAMS SYNDROME, A MODEL FOR LINKING SOCIAL PHENOTYPE, NEURAL SYSTEMS AND MOLECULAR GENETICS
Laboratory for Cognitive Neuroscience
Dr. Ursula Bellugi, Director and Principal Investigator
Accepting applications for a talented Postdoctoral 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 (SCR & HR primarily), 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 is available immediately and open until filled).
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 to lcnadmin@salk.edu
The Salk Institute offers excellent benefits. Salary based on background and research experience.
posted 28 December 2011
Postdoctoral Research Position - Saarland University
The International Research Training Group (IRTG) "Adaptive Minds: Neural and Environmental Constraints on Learning and Memory" (Speaker: Prof. Dr. Axel Mecklinger)
funded by the German Research Foundation (DFG) awards a
Postdoctoral Research Position (TV-L E13, 100%, two-year term)
available March/April 2012 or later to candidates from the fields of Psychology and Cognitive Neuroscience.
The IRTG is hosted by the Departments of Psychology and Neuroradiology at Saarland University, Saarbruecken, Germany, and the Institute of Psychology from the Chinese Academy of Sciences, Beijing, China. It aims at enhancing our understanding of learning and memory processes and their neural basis by examining how environmental constraints within and across cultures shape these processes and their underlying neural organisation. See www.adaptiveminds.de for further information.
Saarland University will be the main research and teaching environment. The Department of Psychology is equipped with four high density EEG recording laboratories, several behavioral testing chambers, and multimodal stimulus presentation software. The Department of Neuroradiology houses MR facilities (a 3 T and a 1.5 T MR scanner) including state-of-the-art brain imaging software.
The successful applicant has good theoretical and practical knowledge in electrophysiological (EEG/ERP) techniques and a strong background in Cognitive Psychology. The responsibilities will be to provide the doctoral researchers of the IRTG with adequate training and mentoring, especially with respect to EEG/ERP analyses techniques. In return, the IRTG offers the postdoctoral researcher an appropriate scientific infrastructure and the opportunity for fruitful research cooperation to pursue his/her own research career in the respective fields.
The position will be available on the condition that the second funding period of the IRTG will be granted (a preliminary decision is expected for the beginning of February 2012).
Candidates are asked to send applications including cover letter, CV, and copies of diplomas or certificates no later than 22 January 2012 to the Coordinator of the IRTG: Dr. Theo Jäger, Saarland University, IRTG "Adaptive Minds", Campus A2 4, D-66123 Saarbruecken, Germany (preferably as one pdf file by email to: t.jaeger@mx.uni-saarland.de).
Saarland University is an equal opportunity employer. In accordance with its policy of increasing the proportion of women in this type of employment, the University actively encourages applications from women. Handicapped persons with the same equivalent qualification will be given preference.
posted 19 December 2011
PhD position open - Cognitive Neuroscience of Audition
The Barcelona BrainLab (BBL) [www.ub.edu/brainlab] invites applications for a three-four year PhD/research assistant position commencing early 2012 in the field of the Cognitive Neuroscience of Auditory Perception.
Principal Investigator: Prof. Dr. Carles Escera
Our project investigates how the auditory system encodes the acoustic regularity (repetition suppression) and what are the neural mechanisms of deviance/novelty detection, at all hierarchical levels and temporal scales of the auditory system.
We run EEG and MEG experiments, and analyze event-related brain potentials and magnetic fields, as well as oscillatory activity and synchronization. When necessary we also use fMRI in our experiments.
We are seeking for the most talented Master students or graduates in Psychology, Neurosciences, Cognitive Sciences, Computer Sciences, Medicine, Biology, Engineering or Physics. They will be invited to enter into the PhD Program in Biomedicine (Area of Neurosciences) of University of Barcelona [www.ub.edu/doctorat_biomedicina/eng/index.htm].
We request:
- good command of English (which is the working language of the lab)
- highest academic marks
- knowledge and interest in the cognitive neuroscience of audition and music
- computer skills (Matlab programming)
- good interpersonal and communication skills
- strong interest in empirical research and career plans in a scientific context
- willingness to work hard and travelling worldwide as part of the training
We offer:
- integration on a multidisciplinary and multicultural group with people from six different countries (and three continents)
- excellent supervision
- full time dedication to research
- a studentship according to the Spanish official standards (FI, FPU, FPI) circa 15000 €/yr
Applicants should email 1) a letter of motivation, 2) CV, 3) a copy of the academic marks, and 4) the name and contact details of two referees to Ms. Marta Turró at brainlab@ub.edu.
Applications will be processed until the position is filled [post data: December 14th, 2011]
The BBL belongs to PANS [http://www.eranet-neuron-pans.eu/], Brainglot [http://brainglot.upf.edu/] and the Institute for Brain, Cognition and Behavior (IR3C) of University of Barcelona [www.IR3C.ub.edu]
posted 14 December 2011
Postdoctoral position open - Cognitive Neuroscience of Audition
The Barcelona BrainLab (BBL) [www.ub.edu/brainlab] invites applications for a 1.5 years postdoctoral position commencing early 2012 in the field of the Cognitive Neuroscience of Auditory Perception.
Principal Investigator: Prof. Dr. Carles Escera
Our project investigates how the auditory system encodes the acoustic regularity (repetition suppression) and what are the neural mechanisms of deviance/novelty detection. In particular we are currently interested in the relationships between cortical and subcortical [brainstem] auditory system mechanisms.
We run EEG and MEG experiments, and analyze event-related brain potentials and magnetic fields, as well as oscillatory activity and synchronization. Eventually, we also use fMRI in our experiments. The working language of the lab is English.
The successful candidate will have a PhD in Neurosciences (Cognitive, Computational, general) and:
- up-to-date practical and theoretical knowledge on EEG and MEG or fMRI
- extensive knowledge of experimental procedures and statistical methods in cognitive neuroscience
- excellent knowledge of Matlab programming and experimental control software (i.e., Presentation, eprime, etc.)
- large experience in writing scientific papers
- good interpersonal and communication skills
We offer:
- integration on a multidisciplinary and multicultural group with people from six different countries (and three continents)
- excellent opportunities for independent research
- full time dedication to research
- a salary according to the Spanish official standards (Juan de la Cierva, Ramón y Cajal) ranging, according to experience from 24000 to 30000 €/yr.
Applicants should email 1) a letter of motivation, 2) CV, and 3) the name and contact details of two referees to Ms. Marta Turró at brainlab@ub.edu.
Applications will be processed until the position is filled [post data: December 14th, 2011]
The BBL belongs to PANS [http://www.eranet-neuron-pans.eu/], Brainglot [http://brainglot.upf.edu/] and the Institute for Brain, Cognition and Behavior (IR3C) of University of Barcelona [www.IR3C.ub.edu]
posted 14 December 2011
Research Assistant - Northeastern University
The Interdisciplinary Affective Science Lab at Northeastern University and Mass General Hospital/Harvard Medical School has an opening for a full time Research Assistant in psychophysiology beginning in January 2012. The IASLab is a multidisciplinary microcosm with a focus on emotion research. The lab has three full time research scientists, seven postdoctoral fellows, six graduate students, five full time research assistants and anywhere from 20 to 60 part time undergraduate research assistants. Together, our expertise spans social, clinical and personality psychology, visual cognition, cognitive neuroscience, psychophysiology and comparative psychology. The lab is also culturally diverse with current members from the US, China, Japan, the Netherlands, and Greece. The successful candidate for our full time position at Northeastern University will assist in developing and implementing studies relating to affective processing, involving the collection of psychophysiological, questionnaire, and behavioral data.
RESPONSIBILITIES: Experiment design and implementation; recruitment, scheduling, screening and running of psychophysiology study participants; computer trouble-shooting including hardware and software issues and upgrades; laboratory equipment trouble-shooting and testing; supervising undergraduate research assistants; data management, including data reduction, backup, and simple data analysis; assisting with preparation of talks, manuscripts and grant applications; programming in E-Prime and/or Matlab; administrative work relating to interacting with the IRB, tracking materials use in the psychophysiology lab, and laboratory documentation.
QUALIFICATIONS: Four-year college degree in Psychology, Neuroscience, or a related field; knowledge of Word, Excel, and Powerpoint or Keynote; familiarity with PC or Mac computer software and hardware; excellent communication skills, including some skill with writing. Must be able to work a regular Monday through Friday schedule and have good interpersonal skills and be customer service oriented. HIGHLY DESIRABLE: experience with psychophysiological methods, knowledge of SPSS or other data analysis software, experience working in Unix, programming in Matlab or E-Prime.
Please send a cover letter, CV, and two letters of reference to Nicole Betz at betz.n@husky.neu.edu. Review of applications will begin immediately.
posted 8 December 2011
Professorship - Bangor University (UK)
The School is seeking to appoint a committed and enthusiastic individual with the expertise to bridge two or more of the following areas: psychology, physiology, motor control and learning. The School is one of the very best sport and exercise related departments in the UK and is housed in a beautiful location along the Menai Strait close to the Snowdonia mountain range.
The post-holder will be expected to engage in the full range of normal academic activities associated with a professorship in a traditional university. These include the production of research of an internationally excellent standard in Research Excellence Framework terms, grant capture, as well as teaching and supervision at both undergraduate and postgraduate levels. The successful candidate will be expected to hold a PhD, have published in high quality journals, demonstrate an aptitude for high quality teaching in higher education, have demonstrated an ability to attract significant grant capture, and be able to contribute to an enthusiastic and friendly academic culture.
Application forms and further particulars should be obtained by contacting Human Resources, Bangor University; tel: +44 (0)1248 382926/383865; e-mail: personnel@bangor.ac.uk; web: www.bangor.ac.uk. In addition to a completed application form, applicants are asked to enclose a CV and to write a letter of application, indicating in what ways they meet the criteria for the post.
Please quote reference number 11-11/103 when applying.
Closing date for applications: 1.00 pm, Friday, 13, January 2012
Informal enquiries can be made by contacting Dr Tim Woodman, Head of School of Sport, Health and Exercise Sciences; tel: +44(0)1248 382756; e-mail: t.woodman@bangor.ac.uk
posted 7 December 2011
Research Technician (2 posts) - School of Psychology at the University of Plymouth (UK)
The School of Psychology at the University of Plymouth (UK) wishes to recruit Research Technicians (2 posts) to work on projects in cognitive and social neuroscience. The post will be based in research labs at the Centre for Brain, Cognition & Behaviour: http://psychology.plymouth.ac.uk/research/
The primary duties involve collecting data for human neuroscience research (e.g., electroencephalogram [EEG] 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 both practical skills and computer literacy to run the equipment, software, and maintain records. The research technician(s) will utilise and extend their current techniques and have an opportunity to develop skills in cognitive neuroscience, especially recording of EEG and event-related potentials (ERPs).
You will have a good degree qualification or equivalent in Neuroscience, Cognitive Science, Computer Science, Psychology or related field. You should also have relevant experience of research in electroencephalography or relevant laboratory, computer, or biomedical based experience.
This is a fixed term position until 31 July 2012 (start date around 9 January 2012) for up to 37 hours per week; due to the start of new grants in 2012, it is anticipated that similar new fixed-term positions will become available for up to 4 years following the end date of these positions. Those seeking short or longer-term positions are welcome to apply.
SALARY GRADE: Technical Grade 3: £17677 to £19261 pa, pro rata
The closing date for completed applications is 14 December 2011 with interviews shortly thereafter.
http://www.plymouth.ac.uk/jobs
Job reference: A2365
The ad is also posted at: www.jobs.ac.uk
For informal discussion, contact Dr Haline Schendan (haline.schendan@plymouth.ac.uk)
http://www.psy.plymouth.ac.uk/research/HESchendan/
posted 22 November 2011
Department of Psychology at San Diego State University
The Department of Psychology at San Diego State University invites applications for two tenure-track positions, both open rank and open area but one with a focus on Cancer Disparities. For both positions, candidates must hold a PhD in a domain of Psychology or allied discipline. Candidates would be expected to teach graduate and undergraduate courses, mentor Masters and Doctoral-level graduate students, and engage in department, college, and university-level service activities.
For the Open Area position, we seek an individual, in any research specialization, with a strong record of research productivity, extramural funding, and teaching effectiveness. The university commits 25% of salary with the expectation that the successful candidate will secure the remaining salary via extramural funds. The relative balance of research and teaching will be proportional to candidates' extramural support. The position carries with it the opportunity to collaborate with scientists in diverse disciplines throughout the San Diego area.
The Cancer Disparities position may be in any area of psychology as long as the research focuses on cancer disparities. Opportunities for the cancer disparities position exist within the NCI-funded U54 Partnership grants held jointly between SDSU and UCSD, including membership in the UCSD Moores Cancer Center, access to relevant Moores Cancer Center resources, and opportunities to collaborate with scientists from the Moores Cancer Center. Strong preference will be given to candidates with significant extramural support and interest in developing and implementing research related to culturally diverse populations.
The Psychology Department has an APA-accredited doctoral program in clinical psychology offered jointly with the Department of Psychiatry, School of Medicine, University of California, San Diego, and its faculty are affiliated with a range of doctoral programs throughout the university including programs in Public Health, Language and Communicative Disorders, and Computational Sciences. The Psychology Department also has MA programs in psychology with emphases in behavioral and cognitive neuroscience, developmental, learning and cognition, physical and/or mental health research, and social/personality; an MS program in applied psychology with emphases in industrial/organizational and program evaluation; and a large and diverse population of undergraduate majors. Additional information about SDSU and the Psychology Department can be found at http://www.sdsu.edu/ and http://www.psychology.sdsu.edu.
The university and the department seek a diverse faculty. We seek candidates who have a strong commitment to teaching undergraduate and graduate students from diverse cultural backgrounds. SDSU and the San Diego research community beyond our campus provide a very rich environment for interdisciplinary and collaborative work. Applicants should send a letter of application, a statement of teaching and research interests, evidence of teaching excellence (including student evaluations, if available), curriculum vitae, no more than 4 reprints or preprints, and at least 2 letters of reference to FacultySearches@psychology.sdsu.edu and also send a hard copy to Search Committee, Department of Psychology, San Diego State University, 5500 Campanile Drive, San Diego CA 92182-4611. Please specify the position (either Open Area or Cancer Disparities) in the letter of application. Review of applications will begin immediately but the deadline for applications is December 31, 2011. Salary will be competitive and commensurate with qualifications and experience. Appointment is subject to budgetary considerations. SDSU is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against persons on the basis of race, religion, national origin, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity and expression, marital status, age, disability, pregnancy, medical condition, or covered veteran status.
posted 22 November 2011
Assistant Professor Position in Psychophysiology/Neuroscience - The University of Alabama
The Department of Psychology at The University of Alabama has an opening for a tenure-track faculty position at the assistant professor level starting August 16, 2012. The position is in Psychophysiology/Neuroscience and can be part of either the experimental psychology or clinical psychology programs. We expect to hire in the area of human psychophysiology or biological processes, such as but not limited to the investigation of electro/neurophysiology, transcranial magnetic stimulation, endocrinology, pharmacology, and genetic influences on behavior or development.
Responsibilities include undergraduate and graduate teaching, research mentoring, development of an independent research program leading to external funding and publications, and providing service to the University community and professional organizations.
Applications should include a cover letter outlining qualifications, research interests, teaching philosophy, evidence of teaching effectiveness, and potential collaborations within the department or with centers affiliated with the department; a current vita; up to 3reprints; and 3 letters of recommendation. All materials except letters of recommendation should be submitted online through facultyjobs.ua.edu.
Letters of recommendation should be mailed to David Boles, Chair, Psychophysiology/Neuroscience Search Committee, Department of Psychology, The University of Alabama, Box 870348, Tuscaloosa, AL 35487-0348.
If more information is needed, contact David Boles (dboles@bama.ua.edu, 205-348-0676) or Philip Gable (pagable@bama.ua.edu). Review of applications will begin immediately and will continue until the position is filled.
The University of Alabama is an Equal Opportunity Affirmative Action Employer. Women and minorities are encouraged to apply.
Application Deadline: Open Until Filled
posted 22 November 2011
FACULTY POSITIONS - Department of Psychology, NYU ABU DHABI
New York University Abu Dhabi is currently inviting applications for faculty positions in Psychology, with specialization in Developmental Psychology. We are especially interested in applicants whose research bridges to areas of cognition, social psychology, and/or language. We encourage applications from senior-level candidates, although applications will be considered for all levels of appointment (assistant, associate, or full professor).
New York University (NYU) has established itself as a Global Network University, a multisite, organically connected network encompassing key global cities and idea capitals. The network has three foundational, degree-granting campuses: New York, Abu Dhabi and Shanghai, complemented by a network of over fifteen research and study-away sites across five continents. Faculty and students will circulate within this global network in pursuit of common research interests, the promotion of cross-cultural understanding and solutions for problems, both local and global.
Entering its second year, NYU Abu Dhabi has already recruited a cohort of faculty who are at once distinguished in their research and teaching. Our first two classes of students are drawn from around the world and surpass all traditional recruitment benchmarks, both US and global. NYU Abu Dhabi's highly selective liberal arts enterprise is complemented by an institute for advanced research, sponsoring cutting-edge projects across the arts, humanities, social sciences, natural sciences and engineering.
The terms of employment are competitive and include housing and educational subsidies for children. Faculty may also spend time at NYU New York and other sites of the global network, engaging in both research and teaching opportunities. The appointment might begin as soon as September 1, 2012, or could be delayed until September 1, 2013.
Applications are due by January 1, 2012; applications received later will be reviewed until the positions are filled. We will consider senior candidates on a rolling basis. Candidates should submit a curriculum vitae, statements of research and teaching interests, no more than three representative publications and three letters of reference in PDF format to be considered. Please visit our website at http://nyuad.nyu.edu/human.resources/open.positions.html for instructions and other information on how to apply. If you have questions, please e-mail nyuad.science@nyu.edu.
NYU Abu Dhabi is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer
posted 18 November 2011
Western Kentucky University, Department of Psychology - Experimental Psychology Position
The Department of Psychology at Western Kentucky University invites applications for an entry-level, tenure-track position inexperimental psychology to begin August 15, 2012. The position requires an earned doctorate (or completion by August 15, 2012) and has duties that include the development of a productive research program that engages students, graduate and undergraduate teaching, and supervision of master's theses. We are seeking candidates with a research specialization in some aspect of psychology and aging. The Department is in the process of acquiring a new, 128-channel integrated ERP/EEG and eye-tracking system and candidates with ERP experience are especially invited to apply. This position is part of a cluster of strategic hires intended to build on the University's current strengths in psychology of aging and gerontology research. Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled. Applications should be received by February 1, 2012 for priority consideration. Send letter of application, vitae, three letters of recommendation, reprints/preprints, and copies of graduate transcripts to the chair of the search committee by email to psych@wku.edu, or by mail to Department of Psychology, Western Kentucky University, 1906 College heights Blvd., #21030, Bowling Green, KY 42101-1030. WKU is committed to promotion of stewardship and student engagement. WKU does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, disability, age, religion, or marital status in admission to career and technical education programs and/or activities, or employment practices in accordance with Title VI and VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, Title IX of the Educational Amendments of 1972, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, Revised 1992, and the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990.
posted 17 November 2011
Full-time Research Assistants, University of Colorado Social Neuroscience Lab
The University of Colorado Social Neuroscience lab directed by Tiffany Ito is looking for one-two full-time research assistants to start Jan 2012 on a project studying the genetic, neural, and social factors affecting adolescent marijuana. The professional research assistant will participate in all aspects of the project, including testing human subjects in research protocols using behavioral and electrophysiological (ERP) measures, data management and analysis, scheduling and screening participants, preparing research materials, and coordination of lab activities.
Requirements: bachelor's degree in Psychology, Neuroscience, or related field, prior research experience, computer skills, strong interpersonal and organizational skills, close attention to detail, and ability to work independently. Prior experience with ERP or EEG research is highly desirable. This is an excellent opportunity for students considering graduate school to gain valuable research experience.
To apply, see Job Posting # 815589 at www.jobsatcu.com/hr. You will be asked to upload a resume, brief description of your past research experience, and the names and contact information for 3 recommenders(you do not need to send actual letters at this point). Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled.
posted 14 November 2011
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.
posted 2 November 2011
Research Assistant at Institute for Psychology, Christian-Albrechts-University Kiel, Germany
Job opening at Institute for Psychology, Christian-Albrechts-University Kiel, Germany
We offer a position as a Research Assistant starting January 1st, 2012 for the duration of initially one year. A follow-up of up to six further years is possible. The closing date is December 1st 2011.
- You are interested in peripheral physiology.
- You find it highly fascinating to learn more about emotional piloerection (goosebumps).
- You want to contribute to a grant proposal describing your PhD project.
We offer:
- An internationally leading team studying the peripheral physiological assessment of emotions,
- A worldwide unique Goosebump Camera System,
- An initial funding of one year in a related project.
For more information visit
http://www.uni-kiel.de/psychologie/emotion/stellen/indexe.shtml
posted 1 November 2011
PhD Scholarships - The International Max Planck Research School (IMPRS)
The International Max Planck Research School (IMPRS) on Neuroscience of Communication: Function, Structure, and Plasticity is based at the Max Planck Institute (MPI) for Human Cognitive and Brain Sciences, Leipzig, and the University of Leipzig (Germany). The IMPRS also involves the MPI for Evolutionary Anthropology, Leipzig, and the Institute of Cognitive Neuroscience at University College London, UK. The graduate programme will start with the Summer Semester 2012 at the University of Leipzig (1 April, 2012).
The IMPRS on Neuroscience of Communication: Function, Structure, and Plasticity offers a unique interdisciplinary graduate programme to study the functional, structural, and plastic bases of human communication through an integrative and interdisciplinary approach. Its overriding goal is to train PhD students in multidisciplinary aspects involved in communicative action. Besides behavioural work, the programme draws on elaborate modern imaging techniques, including a 7-Tesla MRI scanner and a 306-channel MEG system.
The school invites applications for PhD scholarships.
Successful candidates will be accepted into one of the following four modules of the school:
(1) Verbal Communication: Language
(2) Foundation of social cognition and emotions
(3) Neuroscience: Basic and Clinical
(4) Methods: Physics of neuroimaging and computational neuroscience
More information on content, structure, and faculty of the programme can be found at:
http://imprs-neurocom.mpg.de
Requirement for successful candidates for the PhD programme is a Master's (or qualified equivalent) degree in disciplines like computer science, linguistics, neurobiology, neurology, physics, psychiatry, psychology, or related fields. Candidates near to completion may also submit applications, indicating the expected date of completion.
Further requirements for successful candidates include:
- outstanding academic performance.
- excellent oral and written English language skills.
- aptitude for original, independent, and creative work.
- (desirable) experience conducting research, preferrably with results published or submitted for publication.
The application must be supported by a degree and school certificate, academic transcripts, a CV, two names and email addresses of academic referees willing to support the candidate's application, and a personal statement explaining the candidate's motivation and reasons for pursuing a PhD at the IMPRS. Applications should indicate the preferred research cluster into which the candidate wishes to be accepted.
All admitted students receive financial aid in the form of a scholarship for the duration of three years. The language of the IMPRS is English. Visit www.leipzig.de for information on living in Leipzig/Germany, in the heart of Europe. We seek to increase the number of women in those areas where they are under-represented and therefore explicitly encourage women to apply. We are committed to employing more individuals with disabilities and especially encourage them to apply.
For further information and application details, go to http://imprs-neurocom.mpg.de, or contact
Anne Missbach, Co-ordinator of the IMPRS, at:
e-mail : missbach@cbs.mpg.de
phone: +49 (0) 341 9940-2261
Applications are to be submitted by completing an application form by 31 January, 2012.
Please use the link on the imprs-website for your application. Applications open on 1 November, 2011.
We will contact you when your application has been assessed.
posted 18 October 2011
Postdoctoral Trainee, UW-Madison
The Training Program in Emotion Research at the University of Wisconsin-Madison will have one 2-3-year, postdoctoral position starting in Fall, 2012. Our program is focused on three areas of current emotion research: Personality, temperament and individual differences (lifespan developmental, genetic, cognitive and biological approaches); Affective neuroscience; and Emotion and psychopathology. We are looking for diverse candidates with strong potential for future academic success, whose research interests are well aligned with those of the program and with the participating faculty members.
For more information, including how to apply by January 4, 2012, see:
http://psyphz.psych.wisc.edu/web/research/training.html
Only U.S. citizens and permanent residents are eligible. We are an Equal Opportunity, Affirmative Action Employer.
posted 12 October 2011
Doctoral Student (PhD Candidate) position at the Institute for Work and Health
(Institut de Santé au Travail, IST)
We invite applications for a Doctoral Student (PhD Candidate) position at the Institute for Work and Health (Institut de Santé au Travail, IST) for the project Prolonged performance-related psychophysiological activation in high- and low-anxious music students.
The IST is a non-profit higher education and research institute devoted to occupational health. The research project is an investigation on music performance anxiety, in which important questions about the cognitive, emotional and physiological manifestations associated with a stressful solo performance in high-anxious and low-anxious university music students are addressed. The project is conducted in collaboration with several research centers in Switzerland and Germany.
Job type: This is a 100% job. Job-sharing is not possible.
Requirements for this position:
- advanced University degree (e.g., MA, Diplom, Lizenziat)
- knowledge and interest in psychophysiological experimentation and ambulatory assessment
- strong interest in empirical research
- very good knowledge of French, German, and English (written and spoken)
- excellent interpersonal and communication skills
- ability to solve problems and to work independently
- interest in the life and concerns of musicians (personal musical experience is beneficial)
- interest in occupational health issues
Workplace: Lausanne, Switzerland
Expected entrance: January 2012
Duration: 3 years
Application: Candidates must send their applications (letter of interest, CV, and if possible 2 letters of recommendation) by regular mail or e-mail to:
Ms. Monique Nobel
Human Resources
Institut de Santé au Travail
Rue du Bugnon 21, 1011 Lausanne
Monique.nobel@hospvd.ch
For more information on the project: Dr. Patrick Gomez, Patrick.Gomez@hospvd.ch
posted 5 October 2011
POSTDOCTORAL RESEARCH FELLOWSHIP IN BEHAVIORAL AND PSYCHOLOGICAL ASPECTS OF
CARDIOVASCULAR HEALTH -
The University of Pittsburgh
The University of Pittsburgh has postdoctoral fellowships supported by National Institutes of Health. Training opportunities concern development and genetic underpinnings of psychosocial risk factors; personality, stress, and social processes; role of socioeconomic status, ethnicity, gender, and sleep as they relate to cardiovascular disease; and psychosocial interventions for health behaviors. Program is a mentor-based model with formal didactic work in areas relevant to research focus, e.g., statistics, behavior genetics, neuroimaging, and physiological assessment.
Faculty who work collaboratively with fellows include: Karen Matthews (Director), Matthew Muldoon (Co-Director), Howard Aizenstein, Bernard Devlin, Jacqueline Dunbar-Jacob, Daniel Edmundowicz, Robert Ferrell, Peter Gianaros, Martica Hall, John Jakicic, J. Richard Jennings, Melissa Kalarchian, Thomas Kamarck, Michele Levine, Stephen Manuck, Marsha Marcus, Kenneth Perkins, Steve Reis, Bruce Rollman, Michael Scheier, Kim Sutton-Tyrrell, and Rebecca Thurston.
Faculty interests include psychosocial interventions for CVD and its risk factors, including smoking and weight regulation; development and genetic underpinnings of behavioral risk factors; personality, stress, and social support as related to CVD; role of gender, ethnicity, and socioeconomic status.
More information on the program and faculty can be found on our website.
Applicants must be a US citizen or have permanent resident status in accordance with NIH regulations for an NRSA fellowship award.
Applications should include statement of research interests and proposed goals for the fellowship; curriculum vitae; and three letters of recommendation. Send applications to Dr. Karen Matthews, Department of Psychiatry, University of Pittsburgh, 3811 O'Hara Street, Pittsburgh, PA 15213. Email questions to bandymb@upmc.edu. EEO
posted 3 October 2011
The Kanfer Endowed Professor - Clinical Psychology, Psychology Department -
The University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign
The Psychology Department at the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign seeks outstanding applicants for an endowed, tenured position at the rank of Associate or Full Professor. Candidates must hold a Ph.D. and have a strong international reputation in the area of self-management, self-regulation and/or behavior change along with the ability to teach effectively at both undergraduate and graduate levels. The target starting date is August 16, 2012. Salary is competitive and commensurate with experience. This position offers excellent laboratory facilities, relocation start-up funds, and the opportunity to work with outstanding colleagues and graduate students. To apply, create your candidate profile through http://jobs.illinois.edu and upload your application materials: letter of application, CV, up to 3 representative publications, statement of teaching and research interests, and teaching evaluations if available, and contact information for three professional references. To ensure full consideration, all required application materials must be submitted by December 1, 2011. Applicants may be interviewed before the closing date; however, no hiring decision will be made prior to the closing date. For further information regarding application procedures, you may contact Terry Davis, tld@illinois.edu. Illinois is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer and welcomes individuals with diverse backgrounds, experiences, and ideas who embrace and value diversity and inclusivity. (www.inclusiveillinois.illinois.edu ).
posted 29 September 2011
RESEARCH ASSISTANT POSITION - Walter Reed National Military Medical Center
Brain Assessment Research Laboratory
Walter Reed National Military Medical Center and
Department of Psychiatry, School of Medicine
Uniformed Services University, Bethesda, MD
We seek an energetic, well-organized, detail-oriented, responsible individual with excellent interpersonal skills to work full-time as a Research Assistant on a longitudinal clinical research project at Walter Reed National Military Medical Center in suburban Washington, DC. The research project, directed by Dr. Connie Duncan, involves assessment of brain structure and function in wounded combat veterans with mild traumatic brain injury. Patients will be followed over time to evaluate clinical outcome, with post-traumatic stress disorder of special interest. Brain indices include event-related brain potentials, structural MRI/DTI, and neurocognitive performance. Responsibilities include, but are not limited to, patient recruitment and scheduling; electrophysiological and neurocognitive testing; data entry, processing, and analysis; maintaining databases and files; word processing; and other duties in support of research projects.
Requirements include an excellent academic record and research experience, English fluency, and a bachelor's degree. Previous experience with EEG/ERP recording, Excel, PowerPoint, and, especially, statistical packages (e.g., SPSS) is highly desirable. Demonstrated ability to work in a team-oriented environment is essential.
This position is ideal for someone who seeks experience in clinical research before going on to graduate or medical school. The start date is the fall of 2011, and the position requires a commitment of 2 years. A competitive salary and benefit package is offered and will be commensurate with qualifications. Interested candidates should send a cover letter, résumé, three letters of recommendation, and a transcript by email to Elizabeth Perla (Elizabeth.Perla.CTR@usuhs.mil).
posted 27 September 2011
Postdoctoral Position Affective & Motivational Psychology - Max Planck Institute
The Max Planck Institute for Human Cognitive and Brain Sciences in Leipzig, Germany, Department of Social Neuroscience (Director: Prof. Tania Singer) invites applications for a Postdoctoral Position Affective & Motivational Psychology. The position is part of a new interdisciplinary department investigating the foundations of human social behavior, and more specifically the neural, developmental, hormonal mechanism underlying social cognition and emotions such as compassion and empathy. The successful candidate will be involved in the development of tasks that measure socio-emotional competencies, social interactions, as well as emotion regulation in daily life (e.g., by means of experience sampling studies). He/She will also be part of a longitudinal study on the effects of affective and cognitive mental training on neural plasticity, health, subjective well-being, and behavior.
Job Description:
- Apply structural equation and latent growth modeling of longitudinal day-to-day subjective reports
- Conduct of experience sampling studies and psychological experiments in the domains of subjective emotional experiences, compassion and empathy, emotion regulation, and social interactions
- Implementation of contemporary technology for the assessment of subjective socio-emotional experiences in daily life (e.g., mobile phones), in particular, development of paradigms for the study of empathy and its implications in daily life
- Participation in designing a longitudinal training on emotional plasticity, in particular, elaboration of measures for this training study on compassion and empathy, well-being and social relations
- Interdisciplinary collaboration with experts in social neuroscience, psychobiology (e.g., stress physiology), and social cognition
Job Requirements:
The successful candidate has finished their PhD and may have held a postdoctoral position, and they show evidence of scholarly promise in the form of publications and other achievements. He/She has experience with motivational and social psychological paradigms and an expertise in structural equation modeling and event-sampling methods. Moreover, experiences with administrative responsibilities on the conduct of psychological studies are required. The successful candidate should also show interest in modern technologies used for psychological assessment in daily life and in ecologically valid environments (e.g., palm pilots, mobile phones, internet studies).
The Max Planck Institute in Leipzig (http://www.cbs.mpg.de) offers an international research environment, with English being the language spoken in the laboratory. It offers an excellent infrastructure (e.g., three human 3T and one 7T MRI, rt-fMRI, EEG, TMS/tDCS, MEG, pharmacology laboratory, behavioral laboratory). The department also has additional laboratory space in Berlin, which is located just an hour by train to the north of Leipzig.
For further details, see http://www.cbs.mpg.de/singer or contact Tania Singer (singer@cbs.mpg.de). Applications (including a CV, list of publications, statement of research interests, and contact information of 3 referees) should be sent as a single PDF file, with your name as the file name, to Tania Singer (singer@cbs.mpg.de) and Sandra Zurborg (zurborg@cbs.mpg.de). Review of applications will continue until the positions are filled. Shortlisted candidates will be invited to the MPI in Leipzig, Germany.
The Max Planck Society is an equal opportunity employer and explicitly encourages women and handicapped individuals to apply.
Contact Name
Tania Singer
Contact Email
singer@cbs.mpg.de
Contact Address
Max Planck Institut
Cognitive and Brain Sciences
Stephanstr. 1a
04103 Leipzig
Germany
Contact Phone
+49 341 9940-2561
Contact Website
http://www.cbs.mpg.de/singer
posted 21 September 2011
Affective Neuroscience Research Position at Department of Psychiatry CUMC
Position involves psychophysiological and clinical research studies of human anxiety. Responsibilities include programming and administration of psychophysiological paradigms including fear learning and extinction retention, data entry, cleaning and analysis. Assist investigators in development and programming of new paradigms. Knowledge of SAS, background in neuroscience /neural circuitry, experience in statistical analysis preferred.
If interested, please send CV and cover letter to Elizabeth Chernyak at chernya@nyspi.columbia.edu
posted 20 September 2011
POST DOCTORAL FELLOW IN DEVELOPMENTAL ELECTROPHYSIOLOGY -
University of Maryland, College Park
The Child Development Laboratory at the University of Maryland, College Park, (http://www.education.umd.edu/EDHD/faculty/Fox/) is searching for a post-doctoral fellow to work on ongoing research related to temperament and the development of psychopathology. The position is to begin Spring or Summer of 2012. This position is for up to two years, with the possibility of an extension depending on grant funding.
We are looking for a postdoctoral scientist to work on existing and new studies investigating behavioral and electrophysiological correlates of cognitive and affective processing in relation to temperament among young children, including the contribution of individual level factors such as attention and executive functions to the continuity or dis-continuity in temperament over time. The lab draws on multiple methods of inquiry including behavioral responses, questionnaires and electrophysiology.
The successful candidate will primarily be responsible for collecting and analyzing EEG and ERP data from high density EGI systems, and writing scientific papers and presentations. Other duties will include working with research assistants and graduate and undergraduate students.
Position qualifications include a PhD in psychology, neuroscience, or a related field; experience with EGI high density systems for ERP and EEG acquisition and analysis; strong experimental and statistical skills; ability to work independently and in a team environment on multiple tasks and projects and to share one's expertise with and train others. Experience with software programs ( MATLAB, EEGLAB or other relevant programs), programming tasks (E-prime, Presentation), and statistical analysis (SPSS) is highly desired. Excellent scientific writing skills are also desired.
Please address questions or send a letter of research interests, a CV and contact information for three references to Nathan Fox (fox@umd.edu). Applications will be considered on a rolling basis until the position is filled.
posted 15 September 2011
TWO POST-DOCTORAL POSITIONS - University of Michigan Human Neuromechanics Laboratory
http://www-personal.umich.edu/~ferrisdp/UMHNL.html
Two post-doctoral positions are available to work on studies examining the neural control and biomechanics of human locomotion. Both projects involve using high-density electroencephalography (EEG) to examine electrocortical dynamics during walking and running. One position is available immediately (Project 1 below) and would require the post-doctoral researcher to be stationed in Ann Arbor, MI. Applicants do not have to be US citizens for this position. The second position (Project 2) is available Nov. 1, 2011, and would require the post-doctoral researcher to be stationed in Aberdeen, MD, most of the time. The position would require travel to Ann Arbor, and applicants that are US citizens are greatly preferred.
Applicants should possess a Ph.D. in Kinesiology, Engineering, Neuroscience, Physics, or related field. Successful candidates will have strong technical skills and excellent MATLAB capabilities. Experience with human locomotion biomechanics, EEG, computational neuroscience, and/or signal processing is highly desirable. Experience with EEGLAB, NFT, SIFT, and BCILAB is helpful.
Project 1: Electrical Neuroimaging of Brain Processes during Human Gait
There is an important clinical need to develop functional imaging techniques that can quantify brain processes during human locomotion and relate them to body dynamics. Mobile brain imaging could assist with the diagnosis and treatment of patients with numerous movement disorders and neurological injuries. We propose that Independent Component Analysis of high-density electroencephalography (EEG) can quantify distinct brain processes involved in the control of human gait. Furthermore, we contend that electrocortical brain processes identified using Independent Component Analysis of EEG correlate with whole body dynamics. We will study healthy young subjects performing various locomotor tasks while we record movement kinematics and 256-channel EEG using active scalp electrodes. In Specific Aim 1, we will examine subjects walking at a range of speeds to determine if intra-stride patterns of activation and deactivation synchronized to the gait cycle are consistent across walking speeds. In Specific Aim 2, we will examine subjects performing passive recumbent stepping and active recumbent stepping to determine the relative effects of sensory feedback vs. motor feed forward commands with sensory feedback on electrocortical brain processes. We hypothesize that passive recumbent stepping will engage fewer electrocortical sources than active recumbent stepping. We will also compare active recumbent stepping with treadmill walking to determine the similarities between recumbent stepping and walking in activating cortical brain processes. In Specific Aim 3, we will examine subjects walking on a split-belt treadmill to quantify sensorimotor hemispheric independence using coherence. In Specific Aim 4, we will study subjects walking on a narrow treadmill-mounted balance beam to identify the electrocortical processes involved in maintaining and monitoring balance. The results from this study will advance our understanding of electrocortical dynamics related to the control of human walking, and will lead to new studies probing mechanisms of neurological gait impairments. The findings could also facilitate new brain- machine interface technologies for controlling robotic orthoses or prostheses.
Project 2: Ambulatory Neuroergonomics
High-density EEG and independent component analysis (ICA) can be used to study the cognitive processes that occur in the human brain during natural movements. We aim to demonstrate that electrocortical imaging is viable for humans walking and running while they undergo complex locomotor tasks, including carrying loaded backpacks, traversing complex terrain, and attention-demanding scanning of the environment. Work will also include analysis of functional connectivity in electrocortical dynamics.
If interested in the positions, please send a letter of interest, CV, and names of three references to:
Dan Ferris, Ph.D.
ferrisdp@umich.edu
The positions are open until filled. Review of applications will begin immediately.
University of Michigan is an equal opportunity employer.
posted 6 September 2011