Postdoctoral Position in Computational Neuroscience
Applications are invited for a postdoctoral position in computational neuroscience in the research unit of Prof. Sen Cheng in the Mercator Research Group “Structure of Memory” (MRG1) at the Ruhr University Bochum in Germany. Our unit investigates the theoretical basis for learning and memory processes at the neuronal circuit level.
The postdoc will work on the project "Theory of the interplay between sensory cortices and hippocampus in memory formation and retrieval", which is funded by the German Research Foundation as part of the collaborative research center (SFB 874) "Integration and Representation of Sensory Processes". The salary will be on the standard German pay scale of TV-L E13. Candidates should have a doctoral degree in neuroscience, physics, mathematics, engineering or a related field. Competence in mathematical modeling and good programming skills are mandatory. Familiarity with computational neuroscience would be a further asset.
The Ruhr University Bochum is home to a vibrant research community in neuroscience. Students will be encouraged to join the International Graduate School of Neuroscience and interact with the Institute of Neuroinformatics. MRG1 is funded by the Stiftung Mercator and investigates episodic and semantic memory processes and their relation to other cognitive functions. MRG1 comprises a diverse and interdisciplinary team of philosophers and experimental as well as theoretical neuroscientists. The main language of communication in the group is English. For further information see www.rub.de/cns.
To apply please send a statement of your motivation and research interests, and a complete CV to mrg1@rub.de by January 15th, 2012. Please, also request from at least two referees that they send letters of reference directly to the same email address.
The Ruhr University Bochum is committed to equal opportunity. We strongly encourage applications from qualified women and persons with disabilities.
Studentische oder wissenschaftliche Hilfskraft als Systemadministrator
Die Mercator Research Group “Structure of Memory” sucht schnellstmöglich eine studentische Hilfskraft oder wissenschaftliche Hilfskraft für die Unterstützung beim Aufbau und der Betreuung ihrer IT Infrastruktur (19 Stunden/Woche).
Die Aufgaben umfassen die
• Unterstützung bei der Beschaffung von Hardware und Software
• Installation von Linux und Windows Rechnern
• Netzwerkbetreuung eines gemischten Windows- und Linux-Netzwerks
• Pflege des Internetauftritts
Anforderungen:
• praktische Erfahrung im IT Bereich
• selbständige Arbeitsweise
• strukturierte Denkweise
• gute Kenntnisse der englischen Sprache
Bewerbungsunterlagen (Anschreiben und Lebenslauf) bitte als PDF-Datei an mrg1@rub.de senden.
Kontakt: Sen Cheng, tel. 0234 32-27136
www.rub.de/mrg/memory und www.rub.de/cns
PhD Position in Computational Neuroscience
Applications are invited for a PhD position in computational neuroscience in the unit of Prof. Sen Cheng in the Mercator Research Group “Structure of Memory” (MRG1) at the Ruhr University Bochum in Germany. Our unit investigates the theoretical basis for learning and memory processes at the neuronal circuit level. A special emphasis is placed on the dynamics of the learning process, which largely has been neglected up to date. Access to experimental data can be facilitated through collaborations with experimental groups both on campus and at other institutions worldwide.
The Ruhr University Bochum is home to a vibrant research community in neuroscience. Students will be encouraged to join the International Graduate School of Neuroscience and interact with the Institute of Neuroinformatics. MRG1 is funded by the Stiftung Mercator and investigates episodic and semantic memory processes and their relation to other cognitive functions. MRG1 comprises a diverse and interdisciplinary team of philosophers and experimental as well as theoretical neuroscientists. The main language of communication in the group is English.
The successful applicant will have an excellent Master degree, or equivalent, in neuroscience, physics, mathematics, or engineering. Experience in mathematical or computer modeling is required. Familiarity with computational neuroscience would be a further asset. For further information see www.rub.de/cns. To apply please send a letter stating your motivation and your research interests, a complete CV, transcripts, and at least two letters of recommendation to mrg1@rub.de by January 08, 2012.
The Ruhr University Bochum is committed to equal opportunity. We strongly encourage applications from qualified women and persons with disabilities.
Application process completed: Studentische oder Wissenschaftliche Hilfskraft als Systemadministrator (19 Stunden/Woche)
Die Mercator Research Group “Structure of Memory” sucht schnellstmöglich eine studentische Hilfskraft oder wissenschaftliche Hilfskraft für die Unterstützung beim Aufbau und der Betreuung ihrer IT Infrastruktur.
Die Aufgaben umfassen die
• Unterstützung bei der Beschaffung von Hardware und Software
• Installation von Linux und Windows Rechnern
• Netzwerkbetreuung eines gemischten Windows- und Linux-Netzwerks
• Pflege des Internetauftritts
Anforderungen:
• praktische Erfahrung im IT Bereich
• selbständige Arbeitsweise
• strukturierte Denkweise
• gute Kenntnisse der englischen Sprache
Bewerbungsunterlagen (Anschreiben und Lebenslauf) bitte als PDF-Datei an mrg1@rub.de senden.
Kontakt: Aenne Petersen, tel. 0234 32-26739
Wiss. Mitarbeiter (Postdoc) (E13-E14) zur Betreuung des Tesla7-Kleintier-fMRI-Scanners
Tätigkeitsbeschreibung Wiss. Mitarbeiter (Postdoc) (E13-E14) in der Mercator-Forschungsgruppe 1 zur Betreuung des Tesla7-Kleintier-fMRI-Scanners
Beschreibung der Stelle:
Unterstützung der Professoren der Mercator Forschungsgruppe 1 (hier besonders des Bereichs „Funktionelle Architektur des Gedächtnisses“). Die Gruppe verfolgt einen multidisziplinären Ansatz bei der Erforschung verschiedener Gedächtnis-Funktionen, der Verhaltens-, Läsion und bildgebende Verfahren bei Ratten, Mäusen und Vögeln umfasst. Der /die Stelleninhaber/in obliegt die Durchführung neurophysiologischer Untersuchungen,
die Unterstützung bei der Projektabwicklung, die Betreuung weiterer mit dem Scanner arbeitender Forscher, sowie in geringem Umfang administrative Aufgaben.
Voraussetzungen:
Doktorgrad
Qualifikation als Biophysiker
Ausbildung in MR-Physik
Forschungserfahrung mit high field Systemen, einschließlich Puls-Programmierung und Bildverarbeitung
Linux-Programmierkenntnisse (bereits vorhandene Erfahrungen mit Tesla7-Bruker-Scannern und der Software „Paravision“ sind von Vorteil)
Erfahrungen im Wissenschafts- oder Forschungsbetrieb (in einer Universität oder in einer außeruniversitären Forschungseinrichtung)
Gute Englischkenntisse in Wort und Schrift
Aufgaben:
Selbständige und professionelle Erledigung sämtlicher mit dem Scanner verbundener Aufgaben; Kommunikation in Wort und Schrift auf Englisch und Deutsch.
Die Tätigkeit umfasst u.a.:
• Entwicklung von fMRI-Paradigmen bei betäubten und wachen Kleintieren zur Untersuchung der funktionellen Trennung der medialen Temporallappen
• Modifikation von Scanner-Sequenzen (Protokolle/ Paradigmen)
• Entwicklung und Durchführung von fMRI und Spektroskopie-Methoden für betäubte und wache Kleintiere
• Unterstützung der laufenden Forschung in den Bereichen Erinnerung und Kognition, neurodegenerative Erkrankungen und Drogensucht
Anforderungen:
• Affinität zu den Forschungsthemen der MRG 1
• Organisationstalent und gute kommunikative Fähigkeiten
• souveränes und freundliches Auftreten
• Flexibilität und Eigeninitiative
• Sehr gute Kenntnisse der für fMRI genutzten Software bzw. Fähigkeit und Bereitschaft, sich rasch in entsprechende Software einzuarbeiten
Postdoctoral/Biophysicist Position
Postdoctoral/Biophysicist Position in the Mercator Research Group
at the Ruhr University Bochum, Germany
The RUB imaging center conducts neurophysiological studies using a 3T human scanner and 7T MRI, fMRI and spectroscopy studies in rats, birds and mice. The biophysicist will develop and implement fMRI and spectroscopy methods in anesthetized and awake small animals and support ongoing research in memory and cognition, neurodegenerative disorders and drug addiction.
The candidate should have a doctoral degree (Ph.D, M.D/Ph.D or equivalent) and training in MR physics along with research experience on high field systems, including pulse programming and image processing. Prior experience with Bruker scanners and the Linux-based software ParaVision, would be an advantage. Linux programming knowledge is highly desirable.
The official language of the group is English. Competitive salary and benefits are offered. The two-year position can be extended to five and can develop into a long-term contract. Starting date: January 2011 (flexible for the right candidate).
Send letter of interest, curriculum vitae, and arrange to have 3 letters of reference sent to the search committee, care of Prof. Sauvage (magdalena.sauvage@rub.de). Applications will be accepted until the position is filled.
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Small animal fMRI Postdoctoral position
Small animal fMRI Postdoctoral position opened in the “Functional Architecture of Memory unit” of the Mercator Research Group at the Ruhr University, Bochum, Germany (http://www.ruhr-uni-bochum.de/fam). Starting date: January 2010 (flexible for the right candidate, applications will be considered until the position is filled).
The unit focuses on the identification of the brain areas that support memory function in healthy subjects, aging and amnesia. We use a multidisciplinary approach of memory function that includes behavioral, lesion and imaging techniques in rats, mice and birds. The position focuses on developing fMRI paradigms in anesthetized and awake small animals to study the functional segregation of the medial temporal lobe, which is critical for memory function.
The candidate should have a doctoral degree (Ph.D, M.D/Ph.D) and training in MR physics along with research experience on high field systems, including pulse programming and image processing. Prior experience with Bruker scanners and the software ParaVision would be an advantage.
The official language of the group is English. Competitive salary and benefits are offered. The two-year position can be extended to five and can develop into a long-term contract.
This multidisciplinary approach combined to the philosophical, computational and electrophysiological approaches of the collaborating units of the Mercator Research Group constitutes a unique interdisciplinary and interspecies approach of memory function. In addition, the unit has strong worldwide collaborations with MIT (USA), Boston University (USA), the Max Planck Institute for Psychiatry (Germany) and institutions in Japan, France and Sweden.
Members of the Mercator Research Group are Americans, French, German and Japanese, hence the official language is English. Candidates of all nationalities are encouraged to apply. To apply, send before December 2010: a cover letter stating your research interests, a CV and the names of 3 references to the search committee Prof. Sauvage at: magdalena.sauvage@rub.de.
Application process completed for the Postdoctoral Position in Computational Neuroscience
The postdoc will work on the project "Theory of the interplay between sensory cortices and hippocampus in memory formation and retrieval", which is funded by the German Research Foundation as part of the collaborative research center (SFB 874) "Integration and Representation of Sensory Processes". The salary will be on the standard German pay scale of TV-L E13. Candidates should have (almost) completed their doctoral degree in neuroscience, physics, engineering or a related field. Competence in complex data analysis, related mathematical concepts and good programming skills are mandatory.
We are part of the Mercator Research Group "Structure of Memory" that has been formed recently to investigate episodic and semantic memory processes and their relation to other cognitive functions. The group comprises a diverse and interdisciplinary team of philosophers and experimental as well as theoretical neuroscientists. The main language of communication in the group is English. The Ruhr University Bochum is home to a vibrant research community in neuroscience with many laboratories focusing on all aspects of neuroscience research. For further information see our website at www.rub.de/cns.
Click here for more information about Prof. Cheng's unit.
Application deadline for Ph.D.- and post-doctoral fellowships expired on 7 March 2010.
Scholarships were announced in the following areas:
A. Behavioral and Molecular Neurosciences
B. In-vitro-electrophysiological and Computational Neurosciences
C. Computational Neuroscience of Learning and Memory
D. Philosophy of Mind and Language with expertise in logic/formal semantics and interests in neurophilosophy
E. Neurolinguistics or Cognitive Neuroscience with expertise in human EEG and interests in semantic processing
F. Cognitive Neuroscience with expertise in human fMRI and interests in higher cognition
All applications received were thoroughly evaluated by the professors of the research gropup.
The best-qualified candidates will successively be interviewed.
Original application from newspaper "DIE ZEIT" (only in German)
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