Postdoctoral Position
Human Sleep Neuroscience
Intramural Research Program
National Institutes of Health
The Advanced MRI Section (AMRI) is seeking a postdoctoral fellow for its all-night EEG-fMRI sleep study. As part of the NIH Intramural Research Program, AMRI has access to unique imaging and computational resources, including access to 3T and 7T MRI scanners, EEG and MEG systems, and a large (currently 107,000-core) computational cluster. In addition, it has expertise in state-of-the-art MRI techniques and data analysis tools and a dedicated group of researchers including MRI physicists and sleep neuroscientists.
Qualifications:
1) A relevant doctoral degree by the time the appointment begins
2) Strong quantitative data analysis skills in advanced statistics, signal processing, and scientific computer programming
3) Experience in analyzing fMRI or similar data
4) Interest in novel fMRI research avenues and/or methods
The start date is flexible. Applicants are requested to send their curriculum vitae to Dante Picchioni, PhD (dante.picchioni@nih.gov) and Jeff Duyn, PhD (jeff.duyn@nih.gov). It is encouraged to include contact information for three references from mentors and/or colleagues.
Contact Website
https://amri.ninds.nih.gov
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Postdoctoral Position
Two Positions in Episodic Memory and Brain Stimulation
Episodic memory
Neurology
The University of Chicago
The Voss laboratory, within the Center for Neurocognitive Outcomes Improvement Research in the University of Chicago Department of Neurology, seeks two hire two postdoctoral fellows for projects supported by NSF and NIH/NINDS. The research includes experiments on the role of theta rhythmic activity in episodic memory encoding and consolidation, using either fMRI and TMS or intracranial EEG recording and stimulation via depth electrodes. Salary and benefits follow University of Chicago Biological Science Division policies for Postdoctoral Scholars (not Fellows): https://bsdpostdoc.uchicago.edu/resources/current-postdocs/policies-and-benefits/. The initial appointment is for one year with the possibility of reappointment for up to five years.
To apply, send a CV and brief statement of research interests to: joelvoss@uchicago.edu
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Postdoctoral Position
Primary Progressive Aphasia and AD
Center for Aphasia Research and Rehabilitation
Neurology
Georgetown University
Applicants are sought for an NIH-funded post-doctoral fellowship in the Center for Aphasia Research and Rehabilitation (CARR) at Georgetown University Medical Center in Washington, D.C. (Rhonda Friedman, Director). The fellow will join a group of investigators investigating cognitive treatments for word-finding impairments in persons with Primary Progressive Aphasia or early Alzheimer's Disease. Interaction with and testing of persons with dementia may be a part of this position. Structural imaging data are available for analysis for those who are interested.
The successful candidate will have a doctoral degree in neuroscience, neuropsychology, cognitive science, psychology, communication disorders, or a related scientific area. A clear interest in behavioral neuroscience research should be demonstrated. Experience working with neurologically-impaired participants is desired.
Applicants must be US Citizens or permanent residents.
To apply, please email a cover letter and CV, and arrange for three letters of reference to be sent to: aphasiaresearch@georgetown.edu
Contact Website
aphasiaresearchcenter.org
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Postdoctoral Position
Post-Doctoral Research Scientist
Affective Neuroscience
University of Maryland, College Park
Drs. Lea Dougherty (University of Maryland College Park) is seeking to hire a full- time post-doctoral research scientist for a NIMH-funded research project examining
neural mechanisms of youth irritability (PIs: Lea Dougherty and Jillian Wiggins). The project will use clinical, socio-environmental, neurocognitive, and functional MRI measures from the Adolescent Brain Cognitive Development (ABCD) Study (https://abcdstudy.org/). The position will provide opportunities for training in big data management and analysis, advanced computational methods and longitudinal data analysis, and writing and submitting manuscripts and grant applications. The research scientist will work with an exciting team of colleagues across both the University of Maryland and San Diego State University and will provide training opportunities in machine learning. There will also be opportunities for collaborative and independent projects and involvement in mentoring of graduate students. Remote work is an option.
Candidates must have completed or be in the process of completing a PhD in Psychology, Neuroscience, Biology, or other related discipline. Training in fMRI data analysis, programming experience and knowledge of advanced statistical methods (e.g., multilevel modeling), mastery of English speaking and writing, are preferred. Prior background in developmental or clinical neuroscience is also a plus but not required.
The position start dates are flexible. Review of applications will continue until the positions are filled. Renewal of contract is contingent on performance and funding. Interested individuals should email a cover letter, CV, and names and contact information of 3 references to Lea Dougherty at ldougher@umd.edu. Please include all documents in a single pdf file and include your last name in the file (i.e.,
"LASTNAME.pdf").
UMD is an equal opportunity affirmative action employer with a commitment to racial, cultural, and gender diversity. Women and minorities are encouraged to apply.
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Postdoctoral Position
Seeking Postdoc for NIMH- and NSF-funded Research
Center for Brain, Biology, and Behavior
Psychology
University of Nebraska-Lincoln (remote position negotiable)
The Cognitive and Affective Neuroscience Lab at the University of Nebraska-Lincoln (PI: Maital Neta) invites applications for a full-time Postdoctoral Researcher (start date negotiable). The postdoc will contribute to NIMH- and NSF-funded research examining individual differences in emotion processing and emotion regulation across the lifespan.
The successful candidate will have completed a PhD in psychology, neuroscience, or a related field and have a strong publication record that includes neuroimaging studies, preferably with a focus on using fMRI to examine theoretically relevant questions in cognitive psychology and emotion in particular. Candidates with substantial prior experience using advanced MRI methods (e.g., resting state MRI, MVPA, network analyses), psychophysiology and/or with eye tracking are uniquely attractive. Strong technical skills are preferred, including competence in several programming environments, and familiarity with programs such as E-prime, R, Matlab, Python, AFNI, SPM, FSL, and Unix is especially valued but not required and otherwise would be learned on the job.
The lab is housed in the Center for Brain, Biology, & Behavior at UNL (http://cb3.unl.edu/), which has a state-of-the-art Brain Imaging Center and a 3T MRI scanner dedicated for research. Beyond having access to the scanner, the postdoctoral fellow will also have access to with EEG/ERP, fNIRS, tDCS, virtual reality, mobile psychophysiology, eye-tracking (many of which can be measured both in and out of the MRI scanner), as well as several other cutting-edge techniques.
The position is available immediately, but the start date can be flexible. We will begin reviewing applications immediately, and continue reviewing them on a rolling basis until the position is filled. Salary is commensurate with experience, and includes health benefits.
To apply, please fill out the application form at https://tinyurl.com/slqmovm. You will need your CV and the contact information for three references. Please also feel free to contact Maital Neta (mneta2@unl.edu) for more information.
Contact Website
https://psychology.unl.edu/can-lab/
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Postdoctoral Position
Network Neuroscience, Thalamus, Cognitive Control
Psychological and Brain Sciences
The University of Iowa
The Hwang lab in the Psychological and Brain Sciences Department at the University of Iowa has one NIH funded postdoctoral position available. Our lab focuses on brain network mechanisms of cognitive control with a strong emphasis on the human thalamocortical system and neural oscillations. Our research combines multimodal neuroimaging (EEG and fMRI), TMS, and lesion studies with network neuroscience approaches. For more info please see: https://kaihwang.github.io/
The lab is affiliated with the cognitive control research group (https://psychology.uiowa.edu/research/cognitive-control), which offers a collaborative research environment with access to research-dedicated 3T and 7T MRI systems, TMS, EEG, neurosurgery patients, and a large lesion patient registry.
Postdoc Candidate Qualifications
• PhD in Psychology, Neuroscience, or other related disciplines.
• Inherent interest in cognitive control, brain connectivity, and neural oscillations.
• Background in human neuroscience and/or cognitive psychology experimental approaches.
• Experience with neuroimaging (fMRI, EEG/MEG).
• Strong Programming skills (Matlab or Python)
The postdoc position is opened immediately until filled, with a flexible start date between now and Fall 2022. To apply, please send a cover letter and CV to: kai-hwang@uiowa.edu
Contact Website
https://kaihwang.github.io/
