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Jobs in Psychophysiology
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Tenure-track Assistant Professor Position in Human Psychophysiology - Michigan Technological University
Michigan Technological University seeks applicants for a tenure-track assistant professor position in human psychophysiology or related field as part of a university strategic commitment to strengthen cross-disciplinary collaboration in health sciences. A Ph.D. in Psychology, Kinesiology, Human Factors or related discipline is required, although the area of the Ph.D. is not as important as finding a great colleague who has a scholarly focus within applied human health (broadly defined) and can contribute to both the Department of Cognitive and Learning Sciences (www.mtu.edu/cls) and the Department of Kinesiology and Integrative Physiology (www.mtu.edu/kip) through a joint appointment. Ability to teach undergraduate psychophysiology is required, along with the ability to contribute to one or more of the following degree programs: B.S., psychology; B.S., exercise science; M.S., Kinesiology; M.S./Ph.D., Applied Cognitive Science and Human Factors. Applicants should have a record of/potential for excellence with an applied emphasis, a willingness to pursue research collaborations with Michigan Tech faculty in psychology/human factors or kinesiology, and a commitment to attracting external funding. Supportive colleagues, new state-of-the-art laboratory and classroom facilities, internal grant workshops and faculty mentoring, and other support will be available for the new faculty member. Typical teaching load is two courses per semester.
Full consideration will be given to applications received by October 20, 2014, although applications will continue to be reviewed until the position is filled. Please view the full advertisement and submit applications on-line at http://www.jobs.mtu.edu/postings/1858.
Posted: September 29, 2014
Cognitive Neuroscience Professor at University of Alabama
Requisition Number: 0809195
Number of Open Positions: 1
Position Title: Assistant Professor
Other Title Information: Cognitive Neuroscience
Position Type: Faculty
Organization: 204711 - PSYCHOLOGY
Position Summary:
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.
The Department of Psychology at The University of Alabama announces an opening for a tenure-track assistant professor position in neuroscience in the Cognitive concentration, which is part of the Experimental Psychology Program. The position is scheduled to begin August 16, 2015. At present, the research interests of the faculty include cognitive aging, visual-spatial cognition, creativity, and judgment and decision-making. Candidates should have a program of research which contributes to the area of cognitive psychology as well as a specialization in cognitive neuroscience complementing the interests of current faculty. The Cognitive concentration has a working relationship with the Institute for Imaging and Analytical Technologies at Mississippi State University, which has radiological imaging technologies (fMRI, CT, etc.). Candidates are expected to seek external funding to facilitate their research. Candidates should have the following credentials: (1) Ph.D. prior to August 2015; and (2) be a graduate of psychology or related program. Candidates should be interested in both undergraduate and graduate teaching and be invested in the mentorship model of research. The University of Alabama, founded in 1831, is the flagship campus of a three campus system and has nearly 36,000 students from across the country. The University is located in Tuscaloosa, a city of approximately 100,000 that was named an All-America City by the National Civic League. Applicants should submit a letter outlining their qualifications, research interests, teaching philosophy and effectiveness, and their potential fit with the department as a whole and with the cognitive concentration. Applications should include a current vita, selected reprints, and three letters of recommendation. Application review will begin October 15 and will continue until the position is filled. With the exception of letters of recommendation, all materials should be submitted online at facultyjobs.ua.edu. Letters of recommendation should be mailed directly to Thomas Ward, Chair, Cognitive Neuroscience Committee, Department of Psychology, The University of Alabama, Box 870348, Tuscaloosa, AL 35487-0348. For more information about our department, please visit us on the web at http://psychology.ua.edu, or contact the search chair at 205-348-3178 or via e-mail at firstname.lastname@example.com.
UA EEO Statement
The University of Alabama is an Equal Employment/Equal Educational Opportunity Institution. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, age, genetic information, disability, or protected veteran status, and will not be discriminated against because of their protected status.
Apply Here: https://facultyjobs.ua.edu/postings/36056
Posted: September 26, 2014
Postdoctoral Fellowship in fMRI/DTI in Mild Traumatic Brain Injury and PTSD - University of Arizona
Position: The Social, Cognitive, and Affective Neuroscience Laboratory at the University of Arizona College of Medicine Department of Psychiatry under the direction of William "Scott" Killgore, PhD, has a postdoctoral research associate position open in functional neuroimaging and neuropsychological assessment. Dr. Killgore's lab is currently funded to conduct a functional magnetic resonance imaging (fMRI) and diffusion tensor imaging (DTI) study of the effects of morning bright light treatment on sleep patterns and recovery from mild traumatic brain injury and posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD).
The postdoctoral fellow will play an integral role in all aspects of this research project, including supervising research assistants, writing protocols, conducting neuropsychological assessments, processing and analysis of fMRI/DTI and behavioral data, and publishing findings in peer-reviewed journals. Additional opportunities to work on neuroimaging studies of emotional functioning, sleep deprivation, and social cognition are also available.
Qualifications: A Ph.D. in neuroimaging, cognitive neuroscience, and/or related field is required. Preference will be given to candidates with backgrounds in computational methods (e.g., Matlab, UNIX, LINUX, C/C++, SPM, AFNI, Freesurfer, FSL, TrackVis, CONN). Experience with DTI is particularly desirable. Exceptional skills in experimental design, quantitative methods, and statistical analysis, and the ability to carry out independent data entry and sophisticated statistical analyses using standard software packages (e.g., SPSS, BMDP, JMP, SAS) are preferred. The successful candidate must demonstrate solid mastery of written English, preferably with some evidence of peer-reviewed publications.
Application: Please create your candidate profile at
and upload a letter of interest, curriculum vitae and one writing sample.
For more information about the position, applications may contact:
William D. "Scott" Killgore, Ph.D.
Professor of Psychiatry & Medical Imaging
Director, SCAN Lab
Department of Psychiatry
University of Arizona
PO Box 245002
Suite 7303B
Tucson, AZ 85724-5002
Phone: (520) 621-0605
email: email@example.com
The College of Medicine recognizes the value of diversity of people, thought, perspective and experience. As the sole allopathic medical college in the state of Arizona, the UA College of Medicine values individuals who are able to work with diverse students, trainees, colleagues, and subjects. Outstanding UA benefits include health, dental, and vision insurance plans; life insurance and disability programs; paid vacation, sick leave, and holidays; UA/ASU/NAU tuition reduction for the employee and qualified family members; state and optional retirement plans, and more.
Posted: September 25, 2014
Assistant Professor - Child and Family Health and Wellness - University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign
Position: The College of Applied Health Sciences (http://ahs.illinois.edu) at the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign invites nominations and applications for an assistant professor position in child and family health and wellness with an emphasis on health behaviors. The position offers opportunities to engage in interdisciplinary scholarship focusing on the health and wellness of children and families in areas related to biological, behavioral, and the social sciences. Candidates with research interests in a broad range of areas related to child and family health and wellness are sought.
The College of Applied Health Sciences has nationally recognized units in health and wellness related research and service. The College is home to three academic units: Kinesiology and Community Health; Recreation, Sport and Tourism; and Speech and Hearing Science. Research, education, and outreach activities in the College are focused on the promotion of health and wellness across the lifespan, from cellular to societal levels. The College enrolls approximately 2000 undergraduate and 300 graduate students. External grant and contract support includes a wide range of federal agencies, state agencies, and foundations. These units housed within the College of Applied Health Sciences have strong teaching and research missions that address prevention and health promotion, with an emphasis on at risk populations (e.g., those who are physically inactive, obese; have chronic conditions; have mental, communication, and/or physical disabilities) and families that are facing health challenges.
Qualifications: Applicants must hold a doctoral degree in a discipline relevant to child and family health and wellness or a related field. Applicants must also have a strong record of research accomplishments, and qualify for appointment at the rank of assistant professor in one of the departments of the College. Joint appointments in more than one academic unit are possible, based on research interest. The start date for this positions will be August 16, 2015.
Salary: Commensurate with qualifications and experience.
Closing date: For full consideration an application must be received by October 25, 2014. Review of applications will continue until the position is filled.
Application procedure: Please create your candidate profile at https://jobs.illinois.edu and upload your letter of application that includes a statement of your research interest, curriculum vitae, and names, addresses, and phone numbers of three references by the closing date. All requested information must be submitted for your application to be considered.
For more information about the position, applicants may contact:
Charles Hillman, PhD
Department of Kinesiology and Community Health
University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign
317 Louise Freer Hall, MC-052
906 S. Goodwin Avenue
Urbana, IL 61801
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Further information about the College may be found at http://www.ahs.illinois.edu/
Illinois is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex, age, status as a protected veteran, or status as a qualified individual with a disability. Illinois welcomes individuals with diverse backgrounds, experiences, and ideas who embrace and value diversity and inclusivity. (www.inclusiveillinois.illinois.edu).
Posted: September 24, 2014
Tenure-Track Assistant Professor, Neural Basis of Psychopathology - Rutgers University
The Program in Behavioral and Systems Neuroscience, Department of Psychology, Rutgers University – New Brunswick, NJ, invites applications for an Assistant Professor whose research focuses on the neural basis of psychopathology. Individuals whose scientific programs include state of the art methodology (including but not limited to molecular, genetic, or electrophysiological approaches) in human subjects and/or animal models are particularly encouraged to apply. Candidates must have a Ph.D. by September 1, 2015 in Psychology, Neuroscience or a related field, with a strong record of research and publication and potential for extramural funding. The successful candidate will be expected to develop and maintain an active, extramurally-funded research program and also to teach undergraduate and graduate psychology courses. Rutgers University-New Brunswick, is located in central New Jersey between New York City, Princeton, NJ, and Philadelphia. Questions regarding this position may be addressed to email@example.com. Applicants should submit a CV, personal statement of research aims and teaching philosophy, representative reprints and 3 letters of recommendation to http://apply.interfolio.com/26288. Review of applications will begin on Oct 14 and continue until the position is filled.
Rutgers, the State University of New Jersey, is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action Employer. Qualified applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, creed, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, disability status, genetic information, protected veteran status, military service or any other category protected by law. As an institution, we value diversity of background and opinion, and prohibit discrimination or harassment on the basis of any legally protected class in the areas of hiring, recruitment, promotion, transfer, demotion, training, compensation, pay, fringe benefits, layoff, termination or any other terms and conditions of employment.
Posted: September 24, 2014
Assistant Professor of Psychology - Arizona State University
Arizona State University's New College of Interdisciplinary Arts and Sciences is recruiting an assistant professor in psychology to begin Fall 2015. Required: Ph.D. in psychology or related field, evidence of an ongoing research program, potential for securing extramural funding, publication record consistent with experience. Desired: Expertise in clinical or developmental psychology, especially child/family, forensics, or both. Faculty are expected to teach both core and specialty courses at the undergraduate and graduate levels.
Deadline: November 15, 2014; if not filled, applications reviewed every two weeks thereafter until search is closed. Send letter of application, statements describing your research program and teaching philosophy, curriculum vitae, and two sample publications to Ms. Jamie Howell at: email@example.com. Three letters of reference, to be added to your application file, should be emailed directly to Ms. Howell. Arizona State University is a VEVRAA Federal Contractor and an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will be considered without regard to race, color, sex, religion, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other basis protected by law. ASU's full non-discrimination statement (ACD 401) and Title IX policy are located at https://www.asu.edu/aad/manuals/acd/acd401.html and https://www.asu.edu/titleIX For complete qualification/application information, see http://newcollege.asu.edu/jobs/
Posted: September 23, 2014
Postdoctoral Fellowship in the Training Program in Emotion Research at University of Wisconsin - Madison
The Training Program in Emotion Research at the University of Wisconsin-Madison will have two, 3-year postdoctoral fellowship positions starting in Fall 2015.
Our program is focused on four areas of current emotion research: Personality, temperament and individual differences (lifespan developmental, genetic, cognitive and biological approaches); Affective neuroscience; Emotions and health; 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. Faculty members desire candidates with expertise in structural and/or functional neuroimaging, and an interest in affective neuroscience utilizing human and/or nonhuman primate models.
For more information, including how to apply by January 5, 2015, see:
Only U.S. citizens and permanent residents are eligible. We are an Equal Opportunity, Affirmative Action Employer.
Posted: September 18, 2014
Postdoctoral Associate position in rt-fMRI at Yale
The Department of Diagnostic Radiology at Yale University is looking for a Postdoctoral Associate to work on real-time fMRI neurofeedback studies.The primary project will be a study of real-time fMRI neurofeedback in patients with obsessive-compulsive disorder, funded by a five-year NIH grant that becomes active this summer. The methods used will be similar to those previously described (Hampson et al., JoVE, 2012; Scheinost et al., Translational Psychiatry, 2013), but will be in a patient population rather than in healthy subjects. The successful candidate will have the option to participate in a wide range of other functional neuroimaging projects, and to analyze existing data sets, including real-time fMRI neurofeedback data from patients with Tourette Syndrome. The position provides a great opportunity for training in both resting state functional connectivity analyses and real-time fMRI, as well as some of the more conventional functional imaging approaches. Familiarity with functional neuroimaging data analysis, a programming background, and experience with Linux are all assets, but not required. Critically, the candidate must have strong analytical/computational skills and be interested in human functional brain imaging. A Ph.D. in neuroscience, biomedical engineering, or a related field is required. The successful candidate will be expected to design and conduct complex analyses of functional neuroimaging data, to prepare manuscripts for publication, and to present the results at scientific meetings. Applicants should forward a CV, contact information for 3 references, and a statement of research interests to Michelle Hampson (firstname.lastname@example.com). The ideal start date is November 1, 2014, but there is some flexibility. Salary will be based on the standard NIH pay scale.Yale University is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity employer and welcomes applications from women, persons with disabilities, protected veterans, and members of minority groups.
Posted: September 9, 2014
Health Scientist Administrator Positions - National Institutes of Health
The National Institutes of Health invites you to apply for a professional career currently available in one of the 24 Institutes and Centers. Come join the nation's premier medical research agency, where we are making important medical discoveries that improve health and save lives! The National Institutes of Health has a number of Health Scientist Administrator vacancies. The salaries for these positions are based upon individual qualifications and professional experience. A full benefits package is available, which includes retirement, Thrift Savings Plan participation, health, life and long-term care insurance.
- As a Health Scientist Administrator (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 Health Scientist Administrator (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 Health Scientist Administrator positions will be accepting applications from September 19 – September 29, 2014 for Montgomery County, MD.
For scientific specialties, qualification requirements, evaluation criteria, and application instructions, view the vacancy announcements at http://jobs.nih.gov/globalrecruitment. For Health Scientist Administrator questions, please contact Keyonna Butler at 301-594-4570 or email@example.com.
HHS and NIH are Equal Opportunity Employers
Posted: September 9, 2014
Postdoctoral Position in Multimodal Imaging of Network Connectivity in Autism
The Brain Development Imaging Laboratory (BDIL) at the Dept. of Psychology, San Diego State University, is offering 1-2 NIH-funded postdoctoral positions in functional connectivity MRI and related techniques. Current research at BDIL applies fMRI, functional connectivity MRI, diffusion-tensor and restriction spectrum imaging, MR spectroscopy, and volumetric MRI, as well as behavioral and neuropsychological measures to investigate biomarkers in children with autism spectrum disorders (ASD). BDIL (www.sci.sdsu.edu/bdil) collaborates with MR physics, EEG, MEG, and other groups at the University of California, San Diego (UCSD), and has full access to the UCSD Center for Functional MRI (http://fmri.ucsd.edu/), which houses two research-dedicated 3T human scanners. Work will include two newly funded NIH projects using combined MEG, fcMRI, and DTI as well as simultaneous EEG/fMRI acquisition for dynamic functional connectivity studies of ASD.
Applicants should have experience in functional MRI and functional connectivity MRI (data acquisition, preprocessing, analysis). Experience in data-driven techniques (graph theory, ICA, machine learning), in other imaging modalities (DTI, MRS; EEG, MEG), and in multimodal integration will be relevant, but not indispensable. Applicants who have experience in the study of children (especially those with autism) may be preferred.
Please e-mail CV, research statement, reprints, and 3 letters to Ralph-Axel Müller at: email@example.com.
Posted: August 29, 2014
Position in Cognitive Neuroscience at the University of Illinois
The Department of Psychology at the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign invites applications for a full-time tenure-track/tenured assistant/associate professor position in Cognitive Neuroscience. Researchers in any subfield of cognitive neuroscience are invited to apply.
Successful candidates must conduct independent research, perform academic duties associated with our BS and PhD programs, and have the ability to teach effectively at both the graduate and undergraduate levels. Instructional responsibilities include participation in the teaching of the department courses in cognitive neuroscience. Ability to develop and teach graduate seminars is also expected.
A PhD is required at time of appointment. Applicants at the assistant professor level must have a strong research record, or a promising research agenda, and a strong record of teaching. Applicants at the associate professor level must have an outstanding research record and excellence in teaching; strong professional leadership is preferred.
The target starting date is August 16, 2015. 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 submit your application materials: letter of application, CV, up to 3 representative publications, statement of teaching and research interests, teaching evaluations if available, and contact information for three (3) professional references.
Referees will be contacted electronically upon the submission of the application. To ensure full consideration, all required application materials must be submitted by October 15, 2014.
For further information regarding application procedures, you may contact Jane Jukes, 217-333-0632 or (firstname.lastname@example.com).
Illinois is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex, age, status as a protected veteran, or status as a qualified individual with a disability. Illinois welcomes individuals with diverse backgrounds, experiences, and ideas who embrace and value diversity and inclusivity. (www.inclusiveillinois.illinois.edu).
Posted: August 28, 2014
Psychophysiology Researcher
A Psychophysiology Researcher is being sought for a private media research company in Austin, Texas. MediaScience® conducts research for major television and media companies such as ESPN, ABC, Disney Channel, A&E, and Hulu, as well as national advertisers. We apply the rigor of experimental research to the evaluation of various media and advertising platforms using a variety of research tools and methods including psychophysiology, eye tracking, facial coding, reaction time, and survey. We are always exploring additional new methods that might complement our toolbox.
MediaScience® is looking for a researcher with experience in psychophysiology and biometric measurement. Experience with psychophysiological measurement (esp. electrodermal activity and heart rate), a focus on quantitative research, and academic English skills in written and oral communication are preferred. Applicants must have lab experience with human participants and biometric measurement equipment such as Biopac and/or ADinstruments. A Master's degree or Ph.D. in psychology (or related field) is preferred.
Job Requirements:
Experience with psychophysiology research
Experience with and solid understanding of SPSS software
Ability to work with large data sets
An understanding of the value of all types of data collected
A solid understanding of experimental procedures
Meticulous attention to detail
Professional demeanor
Positive attitude
High level of teamwork
Ability to be thorough with even small tasks
Willingness to learn
Applicants with experience in the following areas will be strongly considered for the position (but this experience is not required):
Social Science (esp. Psychology) research experience
Lab experience
Experimental research
Biometric equipment (such as Biopac, ADinstruments, etc.)
Pay and Hours
The Psychophysiology Researcher is a full-time position and will work 40 hours per week. Pay is commensurate with experience. The lab is open 7 days per week, from 8:30AM to 9:00PM, so shift flexibility can be discussed.
Applicants are currently being considered to immediately fill one full-time position. If you are interested, please email the following to email@example.com with "Psychophysiology Researcher" in the job description:
- Why you are interested in this position
- Your resume or C.V.
- Start date (Immediate opening)
Posted: August 21, 2014
Position in the Social and Cultural Dimensions of Health UCLA Department of Psychiatry & Biobehavioral Sciences and The Semel Institute for Neuroscience and Human Behavior UCLA Division of Social Sciences
UCLA's Department of Psychiatry and Biobehavioral Sciences and the Semel Institute for Neuroscience and Human Behavior (an interdisciplinary research and education institute devoted to the understanding of complex human behavior), in collaboration with the UCLA Division of Social Sciences, are seeking applications for a full-time tenure-equivalent faculty position at the Assistant, Associate or Full Professor rank; level to be commensurate with background and experience.
Applicants must have a demonstrated record of excellence in scholarship that focuses on the social and cultural dimensions of psychological or physical health and human functioning at the individual or population level. Specific area of expertise is open, but we are particularly interested in scholars who consider the role of psychosocial, biological, or cultural factors, or take a developmental or lifespan perspective in their work.
Candidates must possess an established record of publication and demonstrated ability to secure extramural funding. The position includes doctoral and postdoctoral teaching and training responsibilities; excellent teaching and mentoring skills are required.
We welcome applications from scholars from fields in the social sciences such as, but not limited to, anthropology and sociology. The successful candidate will hold his or her primary appointment in the Department of Psychiatry and Biobehavioral Sciences and a joint appointment in the department(s) best suited to her or his research. To apply, please submit a cover letter, curriculum vitae, statement of research and teaching interests, and contact information for at least three potential references at https://recruit.apo.ucla.edu/apply/JPF00288.
For further information please contact Andrew J. Fuligni, Ph.D., at firstname.lastname@example.com. Review of applications will begin on September 15, 2014, and the final deadline for application submission is November 1, 2014. The University of California 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, or protected veteran status.
Posted: July 29, 2014
Position Announcement: Cognitive Neuroscience, Assistant Professor of Psychology, Tufts University
The Department of Psychology at Tufts University is seeking applicants at the assistant professor level for a tenure-track position in Cognitive Neuroscience, broadly defined, to begin September 2015. The successful candidate will have a doctorate and evidence of an active research program capable of supporting extramural funding. Area of specialization is open. In this regard the successful candidate should have research interests that bridge to those of other members of the program. Research interest in language, memory, cognitive aging, attention, vision, emotion/affect, and spatial cognition are examples of those that directly align with research interests in the program. However, other areas will also be considered. Applicants should be willing and able to teach introductory and advanced courses in their interest area, contribute to quantitatively-oriented laboratory courses, and participate in our Ph.D. program. Teaching load will be four courses per year.
Applicants should submit a C.V., a research synopsis, a statement of teaching philosophy, teaching evaluations, three letters of recommendation, and copies of up to three representative scholarly works to https://apply.interfolio.com/25384?.
Review of applications will begin October 15, 2014, and will continue until the position is filled. Tufts University is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity employer. We are committed to increasing the diversity of our faculty. Women and members of underrepresented groups are strongly encouraged to apply.
Posted: July 29, 2014
As part of a multi-year initiative to enhance existing strengths and interests in affective science, the Department of Psychology (http://psychology.tamu.edu) at Texas A&M University invites applications for two Assistant-level tenure-track faculty positions with research interests in emotion regulation, broadly construed, to begin Fall 2015. These two positions are the first of several positions aimed at creating a world-class core of translational researchers focused on understanding the processes underlying emotion and its regulation. For the current positions, the specialty (e.g., Clinical, Cognitive, Developmental, I/O, Neuroscience, Social) is open. One position is for candidates with expertise in functional neuroimaging. The University has created a state of the art research facility consisting of both an fMRI and PET scanner to support recruitment for this hiring initiative. The second position is for candidates who include neuroscience or other psychophysiological techniques in human or animal models of affect (e.g., electroencephalography, functional genomics, functional neuroimaging, pharmaco- or optogenetic methods, transcranial stimulation) and/or to those candidates whose affective science research builds on departmental strengths in the study of individual differences. Applicants should be able to contribute to one or more existing graduate programs. For both positions, successful applicants should have an outstanding record of research achievement and potential for extramural funding. All candidates should have an interest in collaborative interdisciplinary research, and have a strong commitment to undergraduate and graduate education. A Ph.D. in psychology or closely-related field is required. Applicants should send electronic copies of a letter of intent, curriculum vitae, statement on research and teaching, sample research publications, and three letters of recommendation to Brandon Schmeichel (email@example.com). The search committee will begin reviewing applications September 15, 2014 and will continue to review new applications until the positions are filled. Texas A&M University is an Equal Opportunity Employer and has a policy of being responsive to the needs of dual-career couples.
Posted: July 29, 2014
Postdoc Position in Literacy, Language, and Adult Development - Beckman Institute of Advanced Science and Technology; University of Illinois
We are seeking a highly motivated postdoctoral researcher in the area of literacy, language processing, and adult development to join our project on language comprehension processes among adult literacy learners. This project involves the use of standard neuropsychological assessments, eye-tracking, and electrophysiological methods.
The ideal candidate will have a Ph.D. in psychology or related disciplines; extensive research experience in the collection, analysis, and interpretation of electrophysiological approaches to the study of language processing; familiarity with eye-tracking; excellent methodological and statistical skills; publication experience (in peer-reviewed journals); and a willingness and ability to work in a team and to collaborate on ongoing projects.
To apply, submit a cover letter describing research interests and career goals, your curriculum vitae, reprints, and the names of three references that we may contact to Liz Stine-Morrow at firstname.lastname@example.com or Kara Federmeier at email@example.com.
Posted: July 29, 2014
Postdoctoral Position, National Institute of Mental Health , Bethesda, MD
The National Institute of Mental Health (NIMH), Section on Neurobiology of Fear and Anxiety, seeks to fill one Post-Doctoral position. The research position will focus on exploring neural mechanisms of fear and anxiety and their interaction with cognitive processes in humans using neuroimaging approaches.
Screening for the Post-Doctoral position will begin immediately. The position will remain open until filled, with an initial 2 year appointment (renewable up to 5 years).
Applicants must have an MD, PhD, or equivalent doctoral degree. The ideal candidate will have a doctoral degree in Psychology, Neuroscience, or a related discipline. Candidates must have thorough knowledge of fMRI techniques. A focus on research in the areas of affective neuroscience, fear, anxiety, emotion, and fear conditioning in human is preferred.
NIMH is a major research component of the National Institutes of Health and the Department of Health and Human Services, which have nationwide responsibility for improving the health and wellbeing of all Americans.
To apply:
Interested applicants should send curriculum vitae, statement of research interests, representative publications, and two letters of reference to Christian Grillon, NIMH/MAP, 15K North Drive, Bldg 15K, MSC 2670, Bethesda MD 20892-2670 or email to firstname.lastname@example.com.
This position is subject to a background investigation.
NIH and DHHS are Equal Opportunity Employers.The NIH is dedicated to building a diverse community in its training and employment programs.
Posted: July 10, 2014
Vacancy PhD Position Hasselt University (Belgium)
Hasselt University (Belgium) is looking for a student interested in working on a PhD project entitled Early Signs of Autism Spectrum Disorders (ASD).
The project involves behavioural and neurophysiological studies in the domain of clinical behavioural neuroscience. The project is part of an interdisciplinary research group investigating developmental and neural mechanisms underlying observational and motor learning in young children. It will be conducted in close collaboration with the Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU) of Ziekenhuis Oost-Limburg (ZOL), a supraregional inpatient clinic providing the highest level of care for premature born infants.
The successful candidate will investigate the predictive role and underlying mechanisms of sensory processing problems and motor abnormalities in high risk NICU-infants for ASD.
We are looking for a student who is motivated, interested in the topic, and has earned high grades in her/his masters year. Experience with EEG measurement and advanced programs for behavioural data-analyses is welcomed. The planned starting date of the scholarship is October 1, 2014. However, the exact starting date can be agreed upon. The project is conducted at Hasselt University (Belgium) under supervision of Marleen Vanvuchelen.
If you are interested, sent your CV and a letter of motivation, no later than 17 August 2014. You can apply on online http://www.uhasselt.be/vacancies (see: Vacancy number 134/32/240: PhD student in Pediatric Rehabilitation).
For more information contact:
Marleen Vanvuchelen at email@example.com
Posted: July 8, 2014
The University of Sydney is Australia's first university and has an outstanding global reputation for academic and research excellence. It employs over 7300 permanent staff, supporting over 50,000 students.
The University of Sydney's Brain and Mind Research Institute (BMRI) and NSW Health (under a NSW Health Sponsorship Agreement) seeks to appoint a Chair in Child & Youth Mental Health to a jointly funded full-time position.
The University of Sydney's Brain and Mind Research Institute (BMRI) is a collaboration of basic, translational and clinical researchers devoted to reducing the adverse impacts of brain and mind disorders. Our research is making a difference to a range of neurological and mental health conditions such as depression, autism, brain cancer, multiple sclerosis, and dementia. The institute is made up of 27 research units, staffed by around 250 researchers and 100 students. The institute houses nine platforms supporting the research, including: pre-clinical and clinical imaging, mass spectrometry, confocal laser microscopy, and psychology and psychiatry clinics. The BMRI has a total income of approximately $20 million per annum and a research grant scheme income of over $12 million per annum. In addition to research, the BMRI offers: a postgraduate program in Brain and Mind Sciences, with almost 50 students enrolled for 2012; headspace Central Sydney and headspace Campbelltown clinics for youth mental health, which were attended by over 13,000 people in 2011.
Other entities located at the BMRI for collaboration purposes are: the Australian Nuclear Science and Technology Organisation, ReachOut.com by Inspire, Southern Radiology, Youthblock, and the Royal Prince Alfred Hospital Department of Neuropathology.
As Chair you will engage in and promote clinical research, health services and policy initiatives in the field of child and youth depression and mental health that complement the activities of the NSW Ministry of Health (NSW Health) and the University of Sydney's Brain and Mind Research Institute (BMRI) through:
- increasing high quality and internationally recognised clinical research, health services and health policy initiatives focused on the field of child and youth depression and mental health
- supporting the generation of basic, clinical or population-based research findings that address current government priorities in child and youth depression and mental health. This will be achieved by focusing on the development of specialised assessment, innovative services or novel treatment programs for children and youth with depression and other emerging mental health disorders
- generating research that is transformative in nature and achieves high impact in clinical practice transformation in the specialist NSW health sector
The Chair position will be substantively research-based but will contribute significantly to the BMRI Master of Brain & Mind Sciences program and other educational programs associated with the BMRI and Sydney Medical School, the Faculty of Science/School of Psychology, the Faculty of Health Sciences and Sydney Nursing School.
You will have:
- Experience and demonstrable achievements in and the promotion of excellence in an area of basic, clinical or population-based research that is relevant to innovation in youth mental health.
- Expertise and clinical experience within disciplines relevant to mental health disorders in children and young people and a broad knowledge of the likely impacts within the Australian healthcare system.
- A doctorate by research in population, basic or clinical science.
- Professional qualifications relevant to the provision of clinical services for children or young people, preferably in clinical psychology.
- Experience and demonstrable achievements in guiding and supporting higher degree research students.
The Chair will work closely with the appointee to a newly established Chair in Youth Depression Studies at BMRI.
The successful applicant will be offered a continuing appointment and a competitive salary package will be negotiated.
All applications must be submitted via the University of Sydney careers website. Visit sydney.edu.au/recruitment and search by the reference number 1752/0813 for more information and to apply.
Specific enquiries concerning the position should be directed to Professor Ian Hickie, Executive Director, Brain & Mind Research Institute, on +61 2 9351 0810 or firstname.lastname@example.com or Professor Frans Verstraten on +61 2 9351 2865 or email@example.com.
For general recruitment enquiries please contact Mr Rodney Waterson, Senior Recruitment Manager, on +61 2 8627 1214 or email@example.com.
CLOSING DATE: 6 August 2014
The University is an equal opportunity employer committed to equity, diversity and social inclusion. Applications from equity target groups and women are encouraged. The University of Sydney has also established a scheme to increase the number of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander staff employed across the institution. Applications from people of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander descent are encouraged.
Posted: June 25, 2014
The University of Sydney has applied its internationally recognised academic credentials to ease the burden of obesity, diabetes and cardiovascular disease by forming the Charles Perkins Centre – a unique collaboration of scholars across many disciplines.
To this end, we are seeking an ambitious scholar of international distinction to be appointed at the full professor level, and join us in leading cross-disciplinary research that translates into real-world solutions. This position will address the roles of psychological factors related to obesity, cardiovascular and metabolic disease, with the aim being to achieve behavioural change for improved health outcomes.
The Chair is in the School of Psychology, but you will be based in the Charles Perkins Centre. You will be appointed through the Faculty of Science as a full professor (Level E).
As Chair/Professor, you will:
- provide leadership in scholarship through innovative and distinguished research
- attract and build strong strategic alliances and research collaborations in psychology and with other relevant fields
- foster an environment for collaboration and synergy among centre members across disciplines
- engage your vision and enthusiasm to foster excellence in scholarship, in promoting research and research policy, and in encouraging and developing research training
- build successful teams and obtain funding to support a research program
- build partnerships with stakeholders such as universities, academic and health related organisations, government, philanthropic organisations, the media, and the general public
- provide leadership in postgraduate teaching and research training
The position is full-time continuing, subject to the completion of a satisfactory probation period for new appointees.
Membership of a University approved superannuation scheme is a condition of employment for new appointees. The successful candidate will be offered an attractive remuneration package commensurate with the responsibilities of the position and the candidate's relevant experience and qualifications.
All applications must be submitted via the University of Sydney careers website. Visit sydney.edu.au/recruitment and search by the reference number 943/0612 for more information and to apply.
Specific enquiries about the role can be directed to: Professor Stephen Simpson, Academic Director, Charles Perkins Centre, +61 2 9351 5633 or firstname.lastname@example.com or Professor Frans Verstraten, Head of School, School of Psychology, on +61 2 9351 2865 or firstname.lastname@example.com
For recruitment enquiries, contact Mr Rodney Waterson on +61 2 8627 1214 or email@example.com
CLOSING DATE: 29 July 2014
The University is an equal opportunity employer committed to equity, diversity and social inclusion. Applications from equity target groups and women are encouraged. The University of Sydney has also established a scheme to increase the number of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander staff employed across the institution. Applications from people of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander descent are encouraged.
Posted: June 18, 2014
Cognitive Neuroscience - Victoria University of Wellington, School of Psychology, New Zealand
We have an exciting opportunity for an early to middle career academic to contribute to the School's teaching and research programme in cognitive neuroscience, interpreted to include any research programme aimed at investigating human cognition, whether by conventional behavioural methods, eyetracking, electrophysiology (ERP, EEG), brain stimulation (TMS, tDCS), psychophysiology, or the study of special patient populations. The successful candidate will also teach at undergraduate and postgraduate levels in cognitive psychology and cognitive neuroscience, and supervise research students in our PhD and Masters of Cognitive and Behavioural Neuroscience programmes.
The School of Psychology was ranked the top overall school or department of psychology in New Zealand in the last two national research quality assessment rounds. Further details about the School's staff, facilities and teaching and research programmes may be found on the School's web page at: http://www.vuw.ac.nz/psyc/.
The complete role description and online application portal are available at http://vacancies.vuw.ac.nz/positiondetail.asp?p=7020. Applications will be accepted until 1 August 2014. Further enquiries to Prof. David Harper, email@example.com.
Posted: June 9, 2014
Faculty Position in Human Neurocognitive Memory Research - Saarland University, Experimental Neuropsychology Unit, Saarbruecken, Germany
Applications are invited for a faculty position in human memory research at the Department of Psychology, Saarland University, Germany (to start October 1st, 2014). The successful applicant will have the opportunity to play an important role in the study of memory functions in children and in young and elderly adults. Both national and international applicants are encouraged to apply for this position. Teaching obligations in the M.Sc. programme in Psychology will include two courses per semester. The position is a three-year fixed-term contract, with the option to extend the contract for an additional three years.
Essential skills include a thorough knowledge of ERP/EEG and/or fMRI techniques and experience with the respective data analysis techniques including multivariate statistics. The successful applicant has good organizational abilities, the ability to mentor graduate and undergraduate students and a strong background in Cognitive Psychology. The position is well suited for someone who is scientifically interested in memory, its interface with other cognitive processes (language and attention) and its neural characteristics.
The Department of Psychology will be the main research and teaching environment. The Department is equipped with four high-density EEG recording laboratories, several behavioral testing chambers, and multimodal stimulus presentation software and has access to MR facilities (3T MR scanner) and state-of-the-art brain imaging software.
Candidates are asked to send applications including cover letter, CV, and copies of diplomas or certificates no later than July 14th, 2014 to Prof. Dr. Axel Mecklinger, Department of Psychology, Campus A2 4, D-66123 Saarbruecken, Germany (preferably as one pdf file by email to: email@example.com).
Salary: ca. 49.200-60.800 Euro per annum (depending on work experience)
Posted: June 5, 2014
Assistant Professor, Evolutionary Psychology - University of California, Santa Barbara
The Department of Psychological and Brain Sciences at the University of California, Santa Barbara, invites applications for a tenure-track assistant professor position in evolutionary psychology broadly defined, beginning July 1, 2015. Candidates from all areas of the psychological, behavioral, and brain sciences who take an evolutionary approach to their topic are encouraged to apply. PhD required at time of appointment. Successful applicants are expected to have a strong research program. Responsibilities include supervising students in research and teaching undergraduate and graduate courses in area of expertise and, more generally, in psychological and brain sciences.
Please visit https://recruit.ap.ucsb.edu/apply/JPF00306 to apply.
Review of applicant credentials will commence on September 15, 2014 and continue until the position is filled. The department is especially interested in candidates who can contribute to the diversity and excellence of the academic community through research, teaching and service.
The University of California is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, or any other characteristic protected by law, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.
Posted: June 5, 2014
Medical Officer Positions - Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS) and National Institutes of Health (NIH)
The National Institutes of Health invites you to apply for a professional track currently available in one of the 27 Institutes and Centers. Come join the nation's premier medical research agency, where we are making important medical discoveries that improve health and save lives! The National Institutes of Health has a number of Medical Officer vacancies. The salaries for these positions are based upon individual qualifications and professional experience. A full benefits package is available, which includes retirement, Thrift Savings Plan participation, health, life and long-term care insurance.
- As a Medical Officer in intramural, you will be responsible for administering clinical, basic and independent research programs; analyzing, evaluating and generating scientific and clinical data; and conceptualizing new research direction and projects.
- As a Medical Officer in extramural, you will utilize your medical expertise to administer extramural research grants or contracts in a major program area. You will evaluate activities of funded investigators and make recommendations regarding the contribution of the research to the goals and objectives of the program.
The Medical Officer announcements will be accepting applications from June 6 - June 16 for Montgomery County, MD; Baltimore, MD; & Research triangle Park, NC locations.
For medical and scientific specialties, qualification requirements, evaluation criteria, and application instructions, view the vacancy announcements at http://jobs.nih.gov/globalrecruitment. For questions, please contact Kevin Fletcher-Velasco at (301) 435-4768 or firstname.lastname@example.com.
HHS and NIH are Equal Opportunity Employers
Posted: May 29, 2014
Curtin Research Fellowships for Commencement in 2015 - Curtin University, Perth, Australia
The Curtin Research Fellowship scheme aims to attract high quality post doctoral researchers with excellent potential for providing future academic and research leadership at the University. It is highly competitive and continues to be amongst the most prestigious fellowship schemes in Australia.
The call for applications in 2014, for commencement in 2015, refers to a targeted research-only fellowship with two streams:
- Early Career Researcher Fellowship: Suitably qualified applicants who have been awarded a PhD on or after 1 March 2009.
- Senior Research Fellowship: Suitably qualified applicants with more than five years post-doctoral experience.
Applications Close: Friday 4 July 2014 at 5:00pm GMT+8:00
For more information see: http://research.curtin.edu.au/research-funding/fellowships.cfm
Or contact firstname.lastname@example.com
Posted: May 14, 2014
Cognitive Neuroscience Postdoctoral Fellowship in Mental Health
A postdoctoral fellowship position is available at the University of Texas at Austin, Department of Psychology and Institute for Mental Health Research to conduct research with Drs. Christopher Beevers and David Schnyer. This position is for two years with the possibility of extending the fellowship or transitioning to research faculty by mutual agreement based on job performance and funding availability. Duration and start time are negotiable. Salary is commensurate with experience and consistent with NIH guidelines.
We are seeking a postdoctoral fellow in cognitive neuroscience with strong expertise in eye tracking and EEG/ERP methods who is interested in translational research involving clinical populations. The postdoctoral fellow will contribute to a program of research that examines the etiology and treatment of depression in adults across multiple levels of analyses (behavioral, genetic, neural, environmental). Ongoing studies include dual process models of reward and punishment processing, genetic etiology of cognitive vulnerability to depression, and real-time neurofeedback attention training in depressed adults. In addition to SR Research eye-tracking and Brain Vision EEG equipment located in Dr. Beevers' laboratory, the postdoctoral fellow will have access to other cognitive neuroscience resources at the University of Texas at Austin, including fMRI, MR compatible EEG, TMS, and MEG.
The postdoctoral fellow will primarily be responsible for designing and implementing EEG and eye tracking experiments, preparing manuscripts, contributing to grant writing, and conducting analyses following data collection. Opportunities to write manuscripts from extant datasets are plentiful. Some staff supervision will also be expected. The fellow will have advisors with expertise in psychopathology, cognitive neuroscience, and grant writing. Individuals with a PhD in cognitive psychology, cognitive neuroscience, or related fields of study are encouraged to apply for this position. Qualifications include a 1) doctoral degree, 2) demonstrated expertise with EEG/ERP and/or eye tracking methods, and 3) an interest in clinical populations. Experience with Matlab (i.e., EEGLab, Psychtoolbox) and statistical analysis programs (R, Stata) is also required. Excellent scientific writing skills and strong publication records are highly desired. Applicants should be able to work independently but should also demonstrate good interpersonal skills and a desire to work in a highly collaborative environment.
Candidates should apply for this position at the following link:
Application materials (curriculum vita, cover letter describing research interests and experience, three letters of recommendation) can be sent electronically to email@example.com. Please contact Christopher Beevers (firstname.lastname@example.com) or David Schnyer (email@example.com) with inquires about this position.
Posted: April 29, 2014
Post-Doctoral Fellowship in Cognitive Affective Neuroscience - Binghamton University (SUNY) / Cornell University
We are seeking a post-doctoral fellow to assist with a two-site (Binghamton University and Cornell University) study examining the interplay of emotion and attention. The research team includes Drs. Brandon Gibb, Gregory Strauss, and Vladimir Miskovic (Binghamton University) and Dr. Adam Anderson (Cornell University). The project focuses on a multi-method, multiple-levels-of-analysis approach including functional, structural and optical imaging (fMRI, DTI, and fNIR), EEG/ERP, eye-tracking (gaze patterns and pupil dilation), and genetics. This will be a two-year appointment with the possibility of renewal. The anticipated start date is July 1, 2014, though this is negotiable.
Responsibilities: The fellow will help to coordinate activities and assessments across the two sites. The fellow will also have numerous opportunities to assist in the preparation of manuscripts as well as opportunities for independent research.
Eligibility Qualifications: Qualified candidates must have completed all requirements for a doctoral degree in psychology, neuroscience, biomedical engineering or equivalent. Experience analyzing and interpreting results of fMRI data are required. Additional experience with eye tracking, EEG/ERPs and/or proficiency in MATLAB programming are highly desirable. Because one of our primary goals is to implement studies utilizing concurrent fMRI/EEG assessments, applicants with experience with this type of approach are particularly encouraged to apply.
How to Apply: Interested candidates meeting the eligibility requirement should send a cover letter, C.V., and 3 letters of recommendation via email to Drs. Brandon Gibb (firstname.lastname@example.com) and Adam Anderson (email@example.com). Please make sure that the cover letter addresses the specific reasons for your interest in this fellowship opportunity and a brief overview of your previous research experience. Review of applications will begin upon receipt and continue until the position is filled. In the subject heading of the email, please use the format: "fMRI/EEG Post-Doc Application-YOUR LAST NAME".
Posted: April 23, 2014
Postdoctoral Research Fellowship - Multimodal Assessment of Traumatic Brain Injury
The Henry M. Jackson Foundation for the Advancement of Military Medicine (HJF) is now accepting applications for a Postdoctoral Fellow to support the Laboratory for Neurocognitive Research at the Uniformed Services University of the Health Sciences (USUHS), the U.S. Department of Defense Medical School.
The fellow will contribute to clinical research funded by the Department of Defense to develop and validate novel technologies for the assessment of traumatic brain injury (TBI). Research will include eye tracking, EEG, ERP, fMRI and DTI with active duty, veteran, and civilian participants. Work will take place within a multidisciplinary academic/medical setting, including opportunities for collaboration with other scientists in the D.C. metro area and nationwide. Individualized and group training activities and didactics will be provided consistent with the candidate's goals and interests. Opportunities for clinical training and supervision may be available as an adjunct to primary research activities.
Qualifications: Qualified candidates will have completed all requirements for a doctoral degree in psychology, cognitive neuroscience, medicine, biomedical engineering, or equivalent. Previous experience analyzing and interpreting results of eye tracking, EEG, ERP, or fMRI is required. Software programming and cognitive task design skills are desirable.
Inquiries and Applications: Review of applications will begin upon receipt and continue until the position is filled. Interested individuals are encouraged to send inquiries or applications electronically to Dr. Mark Ettenhofer at firstname.lastname@example.com. Applications should include a curriculum vitae and a letter of interest. Letters of recommendation will also be requested prior to interview.
The Henry M. Jackson Foundation for the Advancement of Military Medicine, Inc. (HJF) is a global organization dedicated to advancing military medical research. USUHS is a federally-funded medical and graduate university in Bethesda, MD that trains both military and civilian scientists and health care practitioners.
University: www.usuhs.mil
Laboratory: www.usuhs.mil/faculty/markettenhofer-mps.html
Posted: April 9, 2014
Post-Doctoral Clinical Research Fellowship - University of Florida
A Postdoctoral Fellowship is available at the Center for the Study of Emotion and Attention (CSEA) at the University of Florida. Training is provided in the context of a new NIMH-funded RDoC research project studying potential brain imaging and psychophysiological bio-markers that may better discriminate symptom patterns among anxiety/mood patients and potentially, more closely relate to genetic and co-morbidity analyses of anxiety spectrum patients. http://www.nimh.nih.gov/research-priorities/rdoc/index.shtml
The position provides extensive research experience with the full range of fear, anxiety, depression, and trauma disorders, along with advanced training in both basic and translational research methods and technology. Training includes mentored individual research and collaborative studies with the CSEA faculty, assessing central neural processes (fMRI, EEG) in emotional imagery, perception and memory, and associated behavioral reactivity and somatic/autonomic patterns of response. http://www.csea.phhp.ufl.edu
Prepared applicants should have the Ph.D. degree in clinical psychology, ideally from a clinical science program, and have completed an approved clinical internship experience. The position is currently available and could be renewed annually for up to 3 years.
To apply, please email a copy of your CV, a brief statement of research and clinical interests/goals, and any relevant reprints and preprints to: email@example.com. Also, please have 3 letters of reference sent to:
Peter Lang/Margaret Bradley
CSEA Post-doctoral Training Program
Box 112766
University of Florida
Gainesville, FL 32611
Posted: April 3, 2014
Master's Program: Cognitive Sciences and Technologies - Higher School of Economics, National Research University, Moscow, Russia
The 2-year Master's Program "Cognitive sciences and technologies: from neuron to cognition" invites highly-motivated students to apply. The master's program is designed for students interested in connecting cognition, neuroscience and computer science. The earliest applications have the higher chances to get the total tuition fee exemption. Scholarships are also available.
Program's Website: http://psy.hse.ru/cogito
Application period for non-residents: March 1, 2014 - July 15, 2014. Early applications (before April 20) are encouraged.
Location: Higher School of Economics, Moscow, Russia.
Posted: April 2, 2014
VA MIRECC Advanced Fellowship Program in Mental Health Research and Treatment
Overview: The Mental Illness Research, Education and Clinical Center (MIRECC) of the New York/New Jersey Veterans Healthcare Network is recruiting psychologists (or other allied health professionals) for a 2-year fellowship program. The primary goal of the fellowship program is to train psychologists to become leading clinical recovery-oriented, clinician-scientists with a focus on serious mental illness and personality disorders in Veterans. MIRECC researchers investigate the domains of reality testing, cognitive function and aggression/impulse regulation in the categorical serious mental illness diagnoses of Schizophrenia, Bipolar Disorder and Borderline Personality Disorder. Our mission is to pursue a discovery-to-recovery approach for serious mental illness by determining causes, identifying predictors, and developing treatments that overcome barriers and enable recovery.
Program Description: This interdisciplinary program aims to train clinicians to become outstanding clinical researchers in high priority areas of mental health. Individualized, mentored research and clinical training is combined with a curriculum that emphasizes research methods, statistics, epidemiology, mental health systems, quality improvement methods, education, and service delivery. Training in professional skills includes manuscript preparation; grant writing, project management, and the responsible conduct of research. Fellowship sites are linked electronically for didactic, academic, and research efforts. Fellows devote the majority of their time to patient-oriented research and education activities and 25% to direct patient clinical care (although this is flexible). In collaboration with their mentors, Fellows will develop and implement a research project, publish and present findings, participate in grant writing, and utilize the latest technology for educational activities and clinical service delivery.
Training is combined with a state-of-the-art curriculum that emphasizes research methods, statistics, epidemiology, mental health systems, quality improvement methods, education, and service delivery. Fellowship sites are linked electronically for didactic, academic, and research efforts. The basic requirements of the fellowship includes two first-author papers of original research, a research program that is to be developed with their mentor, and the preparation of a career development award toward the end of the fellowship. In collaboration with their mentors, Fellows will develop and implement a research project, publish and present findings, participate in grant writing, and utilize the latest technology for educational activities and clinical service delivery.
The opportunities for training will reside in the research, clinical, and educational programs at the JJPVA of the MIRECC and the affiliate hospital, the Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai in New York City, typically within the Department of Psychiatry. Fellows' primary appointment will be at the JJPVA Medical Center in the Bronx, NY. They will also receive an appointment at the Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai, New York, NY. The MIRECC research programs are internationally recognized in a broad range of research areas including cognitive neuroscience, electrophysiology, neuropsychology, cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), dialectical behavior therapy (DBT), psychosocial interventions, cognitive remediation, psychiatric rehabilitation, clinical psychopharmacology, health services, and implementation science. The Director and the MIRECC faculty have a strong commitment to translational research that links basic science to clinical research and clinical research to services research.
Eligibility: Eligible psychologists (or associated clinicians) must be U.S. citizens. They must have graduated from an American Psychological Association (APA) accredited doctoral program in clinical or counseling psychology (or an equivalent program in another discipline). Completion of an APA accredited internship in clinical or counseling psychology is also required.
Faculty: Fellowship faculty members (and their research interests) include:
Larry Siever, M.D. is the Chief of Psychiatry and Director of the MIRECC at the JJ Peters VAMC. Dr. Siever studies the etiology of the schizophrenia spectrum and affect and impulsive aggression regulation in serious mental illness.
William Byne, M.D., Ph.D. employs a variety of postmortem histological and in vivo neuroimaging techniques to examine brain structure and function in serious mental illness and has recently initiated a pharmacological trial in schizophrenia.
Lisa Dixon, M.D., MPH conducts health services research that focuses on improving the quality of care for persons with SMI including increasing metabolic monitoring, reducing smoking, increasing consumer-driven family involvement in care, and reducing disability among persons who are early in the course of a psychotic illness.
Stella Dracheva (Plevan), Ph.D. investigates the role of mRNA editing and epigenetic regulation (DNA methylation and histone modifications) in suicide and other psychiatric conditions using postmortem human brain specimens and/or animal models as well as state of the art methodologies (e.g., RNA-Seq, CHIP-Seq, Infinium 450K Methylation array).
Deborah Perlick, Ph.D. develops and evaluates behavioral interventions for Veterans and their family members both for Veterans with Serious Mental Illness and for Veterans from combat in Iraq and Afghanistan who are emotionally dysregulated and have comorbid neuropsychiatric disorders. Her recent work has focused on couples.
Marianne Goodman, M.D. directs the Dialectical Behavioral Therapy clinical and research program and suicide prevention treatment program.
Vahram Haroutunian, Ph.D. uses postmortem human brain and genetically modified mouse model systems we study the neurobiology of serious mental illness with a strong, albeit not exclusive, emphasis on schizophrenia and molecular biological and genetic techniques.
Erin Hazlett, Ph.D. uses neuroimaging and psychophysiological approaches to examine the neurobiology of attention and emotion processing abnormalities in schizophrenia-spectrum disorders and borderline personality disorder.
Bruce Levine, M.D. focuses on the implementation of the full spectrum of evidence based, recovery oriented practice: assessment and diagnosis, treatment partnership, psychotherapies and psychosocial interventions, and psychopharmacological treatments.
Antonia New, M.D.'s research foci are on suicide in Veterans, emotion dysregulation resulting in symptoms such as impulsive aggression and borderline personality disorder as well as the individual differences in response to stress and trauma, focusing on how this relates to emotion regulation.
Application Due Date: April 15, 2014. How to Apply: Interested candidates who meet eligibility requirements should send a cover letter, curriculum vita, and three letters of recommendation via email to the psychology fellowship Director, Effie M. Mitsis, Ph.D. (firstname.lastname@example.com). The cover letter should specify the reasons for your interest in this particular fellowship training program, a brief overview of your previous clinical and research experiences, and how you see this program promoting your professional and career goals. Our fellowship is an equal opportunity training program. The postdoctoral fellowship position begins September 2014. The VA funds each PhD Fellow's stipend, which is approximately $47,626 per year, with yearly increases.
Posted: April 1, 2014
Postdoctoral Position in Cognitive and Affective Neuroscience - Victoria University of Wellington, New Zealand
We are seeking candidates for a 2-year, fixed term position as a Postdoctoral Research Fellow in the Cognitive and Affective Neuroscience lab at Victoria University of Wellington, New Zealand. Our lab uses a range of research tools (behavioural methods/EEG/ERP/TMS/tDCS/eyetracking) to study interactions between cognition and emotion.
The successful candidate will have a PhD in Psychology, Cognitive Neuroscience, or related discipline; expertise in the study of attention, emotion, and/or executive function; and experience with some (if not all) of our research tools. PhD students who are nearing completion are also invited to apply. Primary responsibilities involve overseeing our research project on executive control of emotional distraction, and helping to supervise student research assistants. There will also be opportunities to pursue independent research related to the project.
The School of Psychology was the top-ranked department for research in New Zealand's recent research evaluation exercise. Victoria University is an EEO employer and actively seeks to meet its obligations under the Treaty of Waitangi. To see the official role description and apply online visit http://vacancies.vuw.ac.nz/positiondetail.asp?p=6928. Applications close 14 April 2014. Enquiries about this position to email@example.com.
Posted: March 28, 2014
Doctoral Student - Exercise Psychophysiology Lab, Rutgers University
The Exercise Psychophysiology Laboratory in the Department of Exercise Science at Rutgers University (Dr. Brandon Alderman, Director) seeks applications for a Doctoral Student for two primary research projects: (1) an exercise training intervention for individuals suffering with depression and (2) neurophysiological severity and symptom recovery following concussions (mTBIs) in Division I athletes. These multi-disciplinary projects include collaborations with faculty from Psychology, Behavioral Neuroscience, and the Center for Alcohol Studies. The laboratory features state-of-the-art performance and metabolic testing equipment, including a high-speed treadmill and cycle ergometer, a ParvoMedics metabolic system for the assessment of aerobic fitness, 3 MindWare Technology ambulatory impedance cardiographs, a continuous beat-to-beat blood pressure sensor, an Electrical Geodesics 64-channel EEG system, and various software programs for stimulus presentation and analysis of psychophysiological signals (e.g. EEG, heart rate variability, biofeedback).
- BS or equivalent in kinesiology, psychology, or related discipline (MS preferred)
- Excellent communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills
- Reliability and personal integrity
Preferred Requirements
- Previous experience working in a laboratory
- Knowledge of psychophysiological experimentation and ambulatory assessment including processing psychophysiological data
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, & PowerPoint), SPSS, Eprime, and MATLAB
- Experience with structured clinical interviews, e.g. SCID, MINI
Application: Applicants should send a letter of interest, CV, copies of undergraduate/graduate transcripts and the names and contact information of three references by e-mail to: Dr. Brandon Alderman, firstname.lastname@example.com. Please feel free to email for more information about the position and visit our website at aldermanlab.com.
Posted: March 27, 2014
Post-doctoral Fellow in Infant Attention - University of South Carolina
John Richards in the Department of Psychology at the University of South Carolina is seeking a qualified PhD for a postdoctoral position. The position involves research on the development of infant attention. The laboratory uses psychophysiological methods (heart rate, EEG, ERP) and MRI (structural) to examine the brain bases of the development of infant attention and recognition memory (http://jerlab.psych.sc.edu). Ideal candidates would have background in infant cognition, perception, or attention, and some experience in cognitive neuroscience methods. The position would involve current ongoing projects, data analysis and write up of existing data, and collaborative development of new work. Writing experience and a publication record is required; and extensive writing and publication will be expected. At the candidate's interest, teaching experiences are available.
The position is initially funded for one year, and subsequent years will be available depending on funding. The position is available now and candidates could start immediately. The salary is set at NIH standards accounting for years of postdoctoral experience.
Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled. Please send a letter of application, curriculum vitae, 1-2 writing samples, and the names and contact information of three references to firstname.lastname@example.com, John E. Richards, Department of Psychology, University of South Carolina, Columbia SC 29028.
Posted: March 25, 2014
The John and Charlene Madison Cassidy Fellowship in Translational Neuroscience - McLean Hospital/Harvard Medical School
Two post-doctoral positions are available within the Laboratory for Affective and Translational Neuroscience at McLean Hospital/Harvard Medical School, directed by Diego A. Pizzagalli, Ph.D. The laboratory is part of the Center for Depression, Anxiety and Stress Research (CDASR), a new research center that embraces a multi-disciplinary approach to improve our understanding of the psychological, environmental, and neurobiological factors associated with depression, anxiety and related disorders across the lifespan (http://cdasr.mclean.harvard.edu/).
Currently ongoing studies in Dr. Pizzagalli's laboratory focus on reward processing, stress responsivity, and executive functioning in a range of populations including individuals with major depression, mood spectrum disorders, as well as at-risk samples (e.g., offspring of parents with MDD; individuals with past MDD). These studies employ a variety of approaches, including high-density EEG, fMRI, PET, MRS, molecular genetics, and assays of hormonal/inflammatory markers. Opportunities will be available to pursue independent research and interdisciplinary collaborations across Harvard Medical School. Depending on research focus, candidates will have access to research-dedicated human (3 T, 4 T) and animal (9.4 T) MRI scanners, as well as 128-channel EEG systems. Experience with EEG/ERP and/or fMRI techniques as well as clinical training is preferred, but candidates with a strong background in only one of these domains will also be considered. To apply, send a CV, three letters of reference, and a letter describing your research interests to David Crowley (email@example.com). Review of applications will begin immediately.
McLean Hospital, which is an affiliate of Harvard Medical School, is an Equal Opportunity Employer. As an equal opportunity employer, McLean seeks qualified candidates for all posted employment opportunities without regard to race, color, age, religion, gender, national origin, disability or veteran status. McLean particularly welcomes applications from minorities, women, and persons with disabilities.
Posted: March 25, 2014
Postdoctoral Positions in Clincal Cognitive Neuroscience - University of Pittsburgh
POSTDOCTORAL POSITIONS AVAILABLE in Clinical Cognitive Neuroscience in the Clinical Neurophysiology Research Laboratory at the Western Psychiatric Institute and Clinic of the University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine & University of Pittsburgh Medical Center.
Position available with Dean F. Salisbury, PhD to study neurophysiology in psychosis, including auditory processing (N1/P2, P3, mismatch negativity, gamma), visual working memory (N2pc, SPCN/CDA), and language (N400) in psychiatrically-well and psychiatrically-ill samples, with a focus in psychotic disorders like schizophrenia (hallucinations, WM impairments, thought disorder), especially during the early course of the disorder (prodrome, first episode).
Techniques include EEG/ERP, MEG, & MRI. Familiarity with neurophysiology of MMN would be especially appropriate. EEG/ERP/ERO or MEG training is essential, and familiarity with and skills in decomposition (e.g., PCA/ICA/CSD), source localization, or other analytic methods such as merging with MRI-based or genetic datasets, would be great. Training in psychopathology, including clinical interviews and instruments (e.g., DSM, SCID, SANS, SAPS, PANSS, etc), is preferable, but not an absolute requirement.
The postdoctoral position appointment is for two years with a potential for renewal pending funding and satisfactory performance. If interested, please contact Prof. Salisbury via e-mail (attach your CV): firstname.lastname@example.com
Lab website: www.cnrl.pitt.edu
Posted: March 25, 2014
Research Assistant Professor - Psychiatry - University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill
The Department of Psychiatry at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill School of Medicine is seeking an experienced researcher with strong skills in psychophysiology, developmental psychology, and statistics to contribute to a research program investigating biobehavioral features associated with autism, trauma, and atypical development through the lifespan.
The candidate is expect to have skills and experience in monitoring, processing, quantifying, analyzing, and interpreting autonomic, behavioral, and acoustic data in infants, children, adults, and the aged. The candidate is expected to be skilled in coordinating researchers, clinicians, and educators in off-campus sites and collaborations. Travel will be necessary to sites in Australia and potential sites in California and Florida.
The position is full time, fixed-term at the Research Assistant Professor level. Successful candidates are expected to have several years of experience and a PhD in a Behavioral Neuroscience or a related discipline.
The successful candidate will be expected to develop a research program focused on monitoring the neurobiology of social behavior and stress in clinical, educational, and laboratory settings. In addition, the candidate will be expected collaborate with existing faculty to develop, evaluate, and implement new assessment tools based on the collection, quantification, and interpretation of physiological, acoustic, and behavioral signals from humans across the lifespan.
The Department is especially interested candidates with experience in collaborating with clinicians to measure children and adults with psychiatric diagnoses. The successful candidate will function as a core resource to train colleagues interested in measuring autonomic function in clinical settings and in applying technologies that could be applied in the home (e.g., ambulatory monitoring). Candidates are expected to have a strong background in statistics and experience in the behavioral and psychophysiological testing of typical and atypical infants, children, and adults.
Responsibilities will include providing conceptual leadership in developing and synergizing collaborations with colleagues at UNC to enhance the capabilities of the Department to study neural mechanisms that may be useful in improving diagnosis and treatment outcome for several psychiatric diagnoses. Additionally, this position will contribute to the education of residents, medical students, and graduate students interested in pursuing research careers. The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer.
Interested applicants should visit http://unc.peopleadmin.com/postings/39579 to submit an application and attach a curriculum vitae, letter of application, and two reference letters.
Posted: March 25, 2014
Postdoctoral Fellow in Oscillatory Brain Dynamics, Neural Dynamics Laboratory
The Neural Dynamics Laboratory (NDL; http://ndl.hms.harvard.edu) of the VA Boston Healthcare System and Harvard Medical School has an opening for a postdoctoral fellow. The NDL studies oscillatory brain dynamics in healthy individuals and in persons with neuropsychiatric disorders such as schizophrenia, bipolar disorder, post-traumatic stress disorder, and traumatic brain injury, and has a major collaborative effort with industry to develop translational biomarkers in humans and rodents. The fellow will work on projects involving high-density EEG recordings in conjunction with TMS, structural MRI/DTI, and functional MRI. Strong experience with at least one neuroscientific methodology (EEG, TMS, s/f MRI/DTI) as well as programming skills is required. The position is for 2+ years with a competitive salary.
To apply, please send a CV, statement of research interests, and the contact information of 3 recommenders to Dr. Kevin Spencer, NDL Director, at firstname.lastname@example.com.
Posted: February 10, 2014
Health Scientist Administrator Positions, Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS), National Institutes of Health (NIH), Bethesda, MD
The National Institutes of Health invites you to apply for a professional career currently available in one of the 24 Institutes and Centers. Come join the nation's premier medical research agency, where we are making important medical discoveries that improve health and save lives! The National Institutes of Health has a number of Health Scientist Administrator vacancies. The salaries for these positions are based upon individual qualifications and professional experience. A full benefits package is available, which includes retirement, Thrift Savings Plan participation, health, life and long-term care insurance.
- As a Health Scientist Administrator (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 Health Scientist Administrator (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 Health Scientist Administrator positions will be accepting applications from February 14 - February 23, 2014 for Montgomery County, MD.
For scientific specialties, qualification requirements, evaluation criteria, and application instructions, view the vacancy announcements at http:///jobs.nih.gov/globalrecruitment. For Health Scientist Administrator questions, please contact Corey Pickeral at 301-594-2307 or firstname.lastname@example.com.
HHS and NIH are Equal Opportunity Employers
Posted: February 7, 2014
Post-Doctoral Fellow, Rutgers Center of Alcohol Studies
The Rutgers Center of Alcohol Studies is hiring a post-doctoral fellow for a newly-funded 3-year grant focusing on novel statistical strategies for characterizing risk and recovery from sports-related concussions. This is a multi-disciplinary grant that draws on the fields of clinical medicine, addiction, psychophysiology, clinical psychology, neuropsychology, and statistics. Knowledge of all fields is not required, but the following skill set is preferred:
- Knowledge of psychophysiology, with an emphasis on ANS-CNS functioning.
- A background in advanced statistical methods (e.g., latent modeling, trajectory analysis, structural equation modeling) and software programs (e.g., SAS, MPlus, R).
- A track record of first author publications and familiarity with translational science research and writing.
- Time management skills and the ability to work concurrently on multiple projects.
If you are interested, please email a cover letter and CV to Jennifer Buckman, PhD at email@example.com. A start date prior to July 1, 2014 is preferred.
Posted: February 7, 2014
Post-Doctoral Research Associate to Work on RDoC Study - University of Illinois-Chicago
Dr. Stewart Shankman is looking to hire a full-time Post-doctoral Research Associate with special expertise in human neuroimaging or electrophysiology at the University of Illinois-Chicago. Dr. Shankman directs the Chicago Laboratory of Emotion and Physiology, a multidisciplinary research laboratory housed in the Department of Psychology.
Job Summary and Key Responsibilities
The Post-Doctoral Research Specialist will work on an NIMH R01 study funded under the Research Domain Criteria (RDoC) initiative that is examining risk for internalizing psychopathologies (e.g., depression and anxiety). The successful candidate will have the unique opportunity to work on a multi-method (e.g., psychophysiology, neuroimaging, genetics, behavior) project, while gaining knowledge of psychopathology and mental health research. The postdoctoral associate will help analyze neuroimaging and/or psychophysiological data, prepare grants, and write manuscripts from the RDoC as well as other existing datasets. Strong organizational, oral communication, and written communication is required. The appointment is for two years with the possibility of renewal.
Minimum Qualifications
A doctoral degree in neuroscience, psychology, public health or a related field with a concentration in cognitive or affective neuroscience is required. Experience working with and analyzing fMRI and/or ERP/EEG data is also required. Expertise in MATLAB is a plus. Additionally, it is essential that the candidate has the ability to manage multiple tasks, has strong interpersonal skills, and carries him/herself in a professional manner.
Start date for this position is May 2014.
Applicants must electronically submit an on line application at https://jobs.uic.edu (click on the job board and then click on the position) and upload a cover letter detailing your research experience, CV, representative publications, and email addresses of three references within the on-line application. Job closing date is March 31st , 2014.
Posted: 22 January, 2014
Postdoctoral Fellowships in Alcohol and Addiction Research - Department of Psychological Sciences - University of Missouri
The Department of Psychological Sciences, at the University of Missouri, (MU) anticipates openings for up to THREE POSTDOCTORAL RESEARCH FELLOWS IN ALCOHOL AND ADDICTIONS RESEARCH. Faculty preceptors include: Bruce Bartholow (alcohol and social cognition, alcohol and cognitive control, individual differences in alcohol sensitivity, social neuroscience, psychophysiology), Tim Trull (ambulatory assessment, physiological monitoring, EMA, craving, personality disorder comorbidity), Lynne Cooper (drinking motives, alcohol and sexual behavior, adolescent risk-taking, personality, diary and longitudinal methodologies), Ian Gizer (molecular genetics of drug and alcohol use disorders, comorbidity, relations between personality and addictive behavior), Tom Piasecki (tobacco dependence and withdrawal, hangover, ecological momentary assessment), Ken Sher (etiological processes in alcohol use disorders, comorbidity, alcohol and adult development, college student drinking), Wendy Slutske (behavioral genetics and epidemiology of alcohol use disorders and other addictive disorders, including disordered gambling), Phil Wood (alcohol use and cognitive development, alcohol use and schooling, quantitative methodology), Denis McCarthy (drinking and driving, behavioral pharmacogenetics of alcohol, alcohol expectancies), Doug Steinley (application of statistical methods to improve diagnosis, understand the use of substances in social networks, and subtyping addictive behaviors), and Matt Martens (addictive behaviors, personal feedback-based interventions, protective behavioral strategies, health and sports psychology). Postdoctoral research fellows will undertake advanced training in addictions and pursue their own research interests under the supervision of one or more faculty preceptors. These three positions are funded through an NIH Institutional Training grant and only US citizens and permanent residents can be considered. 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 within the range noted below.
We will begin reviewing applicants after March 15, 2014 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
Inquiries can be made to Ken Sher, 573-882-4279, Email: email@example.com.
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: 20 January, 2014
Faculty of Science - Assistant Professor, Department of Psychology - Brandon University
Brandon University is a leader in providing high quality education to a diverse population of over 3,000 full and part-time students in nationally recognized undergraduate, graduate, professional and pre-professional programs in arts, sciences, education, music, and health studies. The University also offers innovative and award-winning outreach programs in a personalized learning environment.
The Faculty of Science at Brandon University invites applications for a tenure stream position in the Department of Psychology at the rank of Assistant Professor.
Qualifications:A doctorate degree in Psychology with specialization in experimental psychology. Responsibilities: The successful applicant will teach courses in Research Methods, Advanced Research Methods, and Perception, and will be expected to supervise undergraduate research theses. While the position focuses on experimental psychology, the successful candidate must be willing and able to teach courses across Psychology's other sub-disciplines as needed. Research responsibilities will include successful development of a research program in an area of experimental psychology.
Application Deadline: February 7, 2014 or until position is filled
Start Date: August 1, 2014
Rank and Salary: Commensurate with qualifications and experience
All applicants are invited to consult the Brandon University course calendar for more information. Further details about Brandon University and the Department of Psychology can be found at http://www.brandonu.ca. Applicants should send an electronic version of their curriculum vitae, transcripts, summary of teaching experience, indication of citizenship status, and the names and contact information of three referees to the Dean of Science. All applications should be sent in a single file of a reasonable size using PDF format.
Dr. Andrew Egan
Dean of Science
Brandon University
Brandon, MB R7A 6A9
We thank all applicants for their interest and effort in applying for this position and advise that only candidates selected for interviews will be contacted. Short-listed candidates will be expected to provide copies of credentials at time of interview. Brandon University hires on the basis of merit and is committed to employment equity. All qualified persons are encouraged to apply including women, persons with disabilities, visible minorities, Aboriginal Peoples, people of all sexual orientations and genders, and others who may contribute to the further diversification of the University. In accordance with Canadian Immigration requirements, Canadians and permanent residents will be given priority.
Posted: 20 January, 2014
Post-Doctoral Fellowship in Developmental Psychopathology of Depression and Anxiety - Department of Psychology, Stony Brook University
Collaborate on an NIMH-funded longitudinal study of early risk factors, intermediate phenotypes, moderators, and mediators of the development of depressive and anxiety disorders in a large community sample of adolescents who have been followed since pre-school. The project examines multiple domains and levels of analysis, including parental psychopathology; parenting; genes; temperament; behavioral, EEG/ERP, and fMRI measures of reward and threat processing; HPA axis dysregulation; pubertal hormones; family and peer functioning; life stress; and semi-structured interview and rating scale measures of youth psychopathology. Investigators are Dan Klein (PI), Greg Hajcak Proudfit, Gabrielle Carlson, and Joanne Davila (Co-Is).
Responsibilities will include analyzing data; writing papers and grants; supervising research staff; assisting in managing the study; and helping to design future waves of assessments. Requirements include research on internalizing or developmental psychopathology and at least one first-authored publication. Experience in diagnostic interviewing is highly desirable. Knowledge of neuroimaging, advanced statistical techniques, and pubertal development are also relevant. The start-date is May, 2014 although this is somewhat negotiable. Duration is open.
Stony Brook offers many exciting opportunities to collaborate on ongoing funded studies on depression and anxiety in the Departments of Psychology and Psychiatry, and obtain training and mentoring in grant-writing. The fellow will also participate in Stony Brook's newly funded interdisciplinary Center for the Cognitive and Affective Neuroscience of Depression and Anxiety.
Send CV and two letters of reference to Daniel N. Klein, Ph.D., Department of Psychology, Stony Brook University, Stony Brook, NY 11794-2500, email: firstname.lastname@example.com. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis but must be received by 4/1/14.
STONY BROOK UNIVERSITY IS AN AFFIRMATIVE ACTION/EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EDUCATOR AND EMPLOYER. Applications from women, people of color, individuals with disabilities, special disabled veterans or Vietnam veterans are especially welcome.
Posted: 20 January, 2014
Research Assistant Professor - Psychiatry - University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill
The Department of Psychiatry at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill School of Medicine is seeking two researchers with strong skills in biobehavioral engineering to contribute to a research program investigating the biobehavioral features of mental health and stress. The researchers are expected to be skilled in monitoring and processing of autonomic, behavioral, and acoustic signals. The positions are full time, fixed-term at the Research Assistant Professor level. Successful candidates are expected to have a PhD in a Bioengineering or a related discipline.
The successful candidate will be expected to develop a research program focused on improving methods and developing innovative devices to monitor the neurobiology of social behavior and stress, and to work with existing faculty to develop and improve methods and devices to facilitate the collection, quantification, and interpretation of physiological, acoustic, and behavioral signals from human and other mammalian specifies.
The Department is especially interested candidates with experience in measuring autonomic function via noncontact methods such as digital video, thermography, and ultrasonic and audible audio recordings. Candidates are expected to have a strong background in statistics, experience developing software with LabVIEW and MATLAB, and experience in monitoring autonomic activity via traditional contact technologies. In addition, the candidates are expected to have experience processing autonomic and acoustic data from both animal models and human populations.
Responsibilities will include providing conceptual leadership in developing and synergizing collaborations with colleagues at UNC to enhance the capabilities of the Department to study neural mechanisms that may be useful in improving diagnosis and treatment outcome for several psychiatric diagnoses. Additionally, this position will contribute to the education of residents, medical students, and graduate students interested in pursuing research careers. Interested applicants should visit http://unc.peopleadmin.com/postings/37958 to submit an application. The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer.
Posted: 20 January, 2014
Yale Center for Emotional Intelligence Postdoc Position
The Yale Center for Emotional Intelligence plans to hire a postdoctoral associate with expertise in social psychophysiological methods. The project seeks to examine the extent to which individuals can develop their emotional intelligence skills through virtual interactions, as well as how those interactions impact trust and reliance on computer systems (PIs: Susan Rivers and Charlene Stokes). Ideal start date is May 2014 and applications will be accepted on a rolling basis. This is a one-year appointment with renewal contingent upon satisfactory performance and availability of funding.
Interested applicants should submit via email a cover letter and CV, one or more writing samples, and a minimum of two letters of reference to: Marissa McCoy at email@example.com. Applications will be reviewed upon receipt and considered until the position is filled. Please make "2014 Postdoctoral Application: Trust Project" the subject line of your email. Details and requirements of the position follow.
The Trust Project seeks to understand and improve human trust and reliance on computer systems by creating a deeper social psychological experience for users. This research incorporates multimodal assessment (e.g., facial analysis, EEG, EDA, eye-tracking, self-report, and speech) and a validated emotional skills dialog paradigm (RULER) to explore the risks and benefits associated with virtual interactions. The postdoctoral associate will be responsible for implementing and evaluating the effects of a virtual tool developed for this project, and reporting the findings in research publications and scholarly presentations.
Ideal candidates will have a Ph.D. in behavioral sciences (social psychophysiology preferred), as well as training and experience in psychophysiological research (ANS – EDA, pupil dilation and CNS – EEG experience desired). Strong quantitative, data analysis and modeling skills using statistical packages (SPSS) is required. In addition to quantitative skills, scientific writing and publishing experience and the ability to work with an interdisciplinary team are essential. Knowledge and interest in emotion and trust, and experience conducting laboratory experiments desired.
The Yale Center for Emotional Intelligence (formerly the Health, Emotion, and Behavior Laboratory) is dedicated to developing the social and emotional skills of children and adults. For over 25 years, Center researchers have developed and tested theories showing that the skills individuals have for recognizing, understanding and managing their emotions and behavior matter across the domains of their lives. Through our core activities of research and dissemination, program development, and educator training, we provide social and emotional skills that enhance self- and social awareness, build empathy, and improve decision-making abilities in ways consistent with creating mutually supportive and compassionate relationships. For more information on the Center, please visit ei.yale.edu.
Posted: 20 January, 2014