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Faculty position in addiction research at the Center for Addiction Research, Psychiatric Research Institute of the University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences
Posted 12/22/2008

Assistant Professor (tenure track) in addiction research at the Center for Addiction Research at the Psychiatric Research Institute of the University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences. Join an exciting research team consisting of internationally recognized investigators.  The research program is directed at examining the behavioral economics and neuro-economics of addiction.  Research dedicated fMRI equipment is available.  Individuals will participate in existing funded research and will be supported to acquire their own research support.  Send CV or direct inquiries to Warren K. Bickel, Ph.D. Director, Center for Addiction Research, Psychiatric Research Institute, University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences, 4301 W. Markham St., # 843, Little Rock, AR 72205.   Tel: (501) 526-8437.  Email: wbickel@uams.edu

 

Postdoctoral fellowship in the cognitive neuroscience of decision making, California Institute of Technology
Posted 12/3/2008

 

 

Several multi-year postdoctoral fellowships are available at the California Institute of Technology (Pasadena, California)  for the study of the computational and neurobiological basis of decision-making, emotion, reward and ethics. The fellows will be supported by the Caltech-Tamagawa joint research project, and will work on close collaboration with the Caltech faculty involved involved in these areas – Shinsuke Shimojo, Ralph Adolphs, Colin Camerer, Antonio Rangel and others. Research involves the novel integration of cognitive neuroscience methods, such as fMRI, TMS and DCS, with computational models and experimental methods taken from behavioral economics, and cognitive psychology. Thus, this highly interdisciplinary position will provide training in the various areas that inform the new field of neuroeconomics, and will take advantage of Caltech's broad expertise in this field. Candidates should have completed a Ph.D. or and M.D. and have relevant research experience that might include, but is not limited to, functional neuroimaging methods, computational neuroscience, TMS, behavioral economics, and the psychology of decision making. Salary will be commensurate with experience. Positions are available to start immediately although consideration will be given to candidates who would prefer a later start date.

Caltech is an equal-opportunity employer and encourages applications from women and minorities.

Candidates should send a CV, a statement of research skills and interests, and a list of 3 references to Prof. Shinsuke Shimojo (sshimojo@caltech.edu).

Postdoctoral and PhD student position at the University of Zurich.

Posted 11/13/2008

SystemsX.ch, the Swiss initiative in systems biology, has initiated a new project entitled "Neurochoice: Neural Correlates of Collective Decision Making", with principal investigators located at the Universi-ties of Zurich, Bern, and Geneva, and the Swiss Federal Institute of Technology in Lausanne. One part of the project, focusing on fMRI studies of the role of risk during human decision-making, will be completed under the direction of Prof. Ernst Fehr and Kerstin Preuschoff at the Institute for Empirical Research in Economics in Zurich. We are presently seeking applicants for the positions of post-doctoral researcher and PhD student. These positions require a background in neurobiology, economics, psychology or computer science, and an interest in neuroeconomics and/or mathematical modeling of behavioral and neuroimaging data. Previous experience in neuroimaging techniques and fMRI data analysis is a major advantage. Candidates should have an interest in designing and conducting experiments in neuroeconomics and social neuroscience. Finally, candidates should have programming experience, e.g. in MATLAB or similar languages. Employment can begin immediately but is negotiable. The Institute for Empirical Research in Economics offers an exciting and interdisciplinary work environment and excellent re-search facilities, including a 3T MRI scanner dedicated to research and a large and well-equipped laboratory for conducting behavioral experiments. Application may be made electronically or by post. Please submit your CV, copies of all relevant diplomas, a statement of interest, and the names and email addresses of two referees to the following address by December 14, 2008: Sally Gschwend, Institute for Empirical Research in Eco-nomics, Blümlisalpstr. 10, 8006 Zürich , Switzerland, s.gschwend@iew.uzh.ch

The University of Zurich is an equal opportunity employer, and as such welcomes applications from women and minority candidates.

Postdoctoral Position in Behavioural Neurophysiology of Reward, Decision Making and Neuroeconomics at University of Cambridge.
Posted 10/8/2008

The project funded by the Wellcome Trust studies reward and decision processes during behaviour using single neuron recordings in different brain structures, such as midbrain (dopamine neurons), basal ganglia, amygdala and frontal cortex. For general information see http://www.pdn.cam.ac.uk/staff/schultz/. We are looking for candidates familiar with animal learning theory, behavioural economics, experimental analysis of behaviour, statistics, single neuron electrophysiology and/or computer programming for behavioural control and data analysis (Matlab, C++ or similar). Start date is flexible, initial appointment will be for 2 years, there is no deadline, the search will continue until an appropriate candidate has been identified, and all shortlisted candidates will be contacted. Applications should include a CV, a half page description of research experience related to the issues stated above, a half page description of research interests, and contact details of two referees. Wolfram Schultz, Department of Physiology, Development & Neuroscience, University of Cambridge, UK, ws234@cam.ac.uk.

Faculty Job Opening, University of Southern California
Interdisciplinary Search in Decision Neuroscience
Posted 9/18/2008

The University of Southern California, College of Letters, Arts, and Sciences, invites applicants for a tenure-track position as Assistant Professor in the neuroscience of decision-making, neuroeconomics, behavioral economics, and/or political psychology. The primary appointment will be in either Psychology, Political Science, Economics, or Neurobiology. USC offers many opportunities for collaboration across these and other units of the university.  Resources include the Dana and David Dornsife Cognitive Neuroscience Imaging Center, the Brain and Creativity Institute, and a broad interdisciplinary Neuroscience community composed of more than 70 faculty members in the basic, engineering, and clinical sciences. USC strongly values diversity and is committed to equal opportunity in employment. Women and men, and members of all racial and ethnic groups, are encouraged to apply.

Review of candidates will begin November 1, 2008. Candidates must have a Ph.D. or equivalent degree at the time of the appointment. Please send representative reprints/preprints, a curriculum vita, and a minimum of three letters of reference to USC College Search, ATTN: Ann Langerud, Department of Psychology, University of Southern California, Los Angeles, CA 90089-1061. Submission by e-mail should be to: hubsearch@college.usc.edu.

Postdoctoral Job Opening, University of Pennsylvania Dept of Psychology
Posted 9/15/2008

Applications are invited for a postdoctoral fellowship in Dr. Joe Kable’s laboratory in the Department of Psychology at the University of Pennsylvania. Our lab uses techniques from human neuroscience and experimental economics to investigate decision processes and their neurophysiological mechanisms. This position offers the exciting opportunity to participate in a new and growing research group.  Penn offers an outstanding research environment, including colleagues in the Center for Cognitive Neuroscience, the Center for Functional Neuroimaging, and a vibrant decision sciences community in psychology, economics, and the Wharton business school.  The ideal candidate will have a Ph.D. in neuroscience, psychology or related field, strong computational skills, and a strong record of previous research.  Previous experience with fMRI and/or decision-making research is preferable but not necessary.  The initial appointment would be for two years.  Start date is flexible. Inquiries or applications should be directed to Joe Kable (kable@psych.upenn.edu).  Applicants should include a cover letter describing their research interests and career plans, CV, and contact information for three references.

Faculty Job Opening, Duke University Dept of Psychology and Neuroscience
Cognitive, Affective, and Social Neuroscience (Faculty Position) Department of Psychology and Neuroscience, Duke University
Posted 9/15/2008

The Department of Psychology and Neuroscience at Duke University announces an opening for a tenure-track assistant professor position in cognitive, affective, or social neuroscience. We are looking for outstanding applicants who are experts in their fields and who wish to further integrate their research and teaching across psychology and neuroscience. We anticipate up to four new hires in cognitive affective and social neuroscience over the next several years, including open-rank hires.  Currently, our strength is the domains of memory, emotion, attention, and decision making. We seek candidates who will synergize with these domains and expand our group into exciting new directions.

Available human research facilities include research-dedicated 3T and 4T MRI scanners, state-of-the-art EEG equipment, a fully-immersive virtual reality environment, and patient clinics at Duke Hospital and the Durham VAMC. All new hires will have the opportunity to participate in related cross-departmental programs, including the Brain Imaging and Analysis Center and the Center for Cognitive Neuroscience. Faculty responsibilities include undergraduate and graduate teaching, as well as the development of a nationally recognized research program.

Applications should include a curriculum vita, statement of research and teaching interests, 3 letters of recommendation, and selected publications.
Mail to: Chair, Cognitive Neuroscience Search Committee, Department ofPsychology and Neuroscience, 9 Flowers Drive, Box 90086, Duke University, Durham, NC 27708. Applications received by November 1 will be guaranteed consideration. Duke University is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer.

Job Opening, UCLA Dept of Psychology
Posted 9/15/2008

The UCLA Department of Psychology seeks to appoint a cognitive neuroscientist with expertise in neuroimaging. The rank for the appointment is open, although candidates at the Assistant Professor level will receive preference. Candidates should have an active research program based on functional neuroimaging methods, including fMRI.  The focus of research can be in any area of cognitive neuroscience, preferably including some aspect of visual processing. The position entails responsibilities for graduate and undergraduate courses in neuroimaging, cognitive neuroscience, and cognitive and/or perceptual psychology.  Applicants should submit a curriculum vitae, a statement of research and teaching interests, and should arrange for three letters of recommendation to be sent to Cognitive Neuroimaging Search Committee, Department of Psychology, UCLA, Box 951563, Los Angeles, CA 90095.  Review of applications will begin November 15, 2008.  Appointments are subject to a final determination of the availability of funds.  UCLA is an Equal-Opportunity/Affirmative-Action Employer.  Women and minorities are encouraged to apply.