Dean’s Postdoctoral Fellowship at Harvard Medical School

The Dean’s Postdoctoral Fellowship at Harvard Medical School is a 2-year postdoctoral research fellowship sponsored by the Office for Diversity Inclusion and Community Partnership and the Office for Postdoctoral Fellows.

The Dean’s Postdoctoral Fellowship is accepting applications from postdoctoral scientists, particularly from underrepresented and disadvantaged backgrounds, in the fields of basic or social sciences. The Dean’s Postdoctoral Fellowship will prepare postdoctoral researchers for cutting-edge research careers. Postdoctoral fellows will benefit from the highly innovative and creative research environment at Harvard Medical School that emphasizes scientific rigor, collaboration and the pursuit of excellence in science. This fellowship will position the right candidate to make major contributions as scientific and societal leaders.

Applications are being considered on a rolling basis for positions in the following departments on the Quadrangle:

• Biological Chemistry and Molecular Pharmacology
• Cell Biology
• Genetics
• Global Health and Social Medicine
• Health Care Policy
• Microbiology and Immunobiology
• Neurobiology
• Stem Cell and Regenerative Biology
• Systems Biology
• Wyss Institute for Biologically Inspired Engineering

ELIGIBILITY - Candidates must have:

• completed MD, PhD, ScD, or equivalent in the basic or social sciences by the start date of this research fellowship
• less than five years of relevant postdoctoral research experience
• United States citizenship or permanent residency
• demonstrated motivation for career advancement in research and scholarly excellence

Ordinarily candidates will have at least one first authored publication and some conference presentations. Graduates of Harvard Medical School PhD and MD programs should not apply to work with faculty of the department that granted their doctorate.

ONLINE APPLICATION - Applications must be submitted online and are currently accepted on a rolling basis. Qualified applicants will be selected by the laboratory or program and a committee with representatives from various departments.

To apply: To apply or learn more about this opportunity, please visit:http://www.hms.harvard.edu/dcp/deanspdfellowship.

For more information, please contact: Brian L. Anderson, Program Manager, Harvard Medical School, Office for Diversity Inclusion and Community Partnership, 164 Longwood Avenue, 2nd Floor, Boston, MA 02115-5818; Tel: 617-432-1083; Fax: 617-432-3834; E-mail: dcp_deanspostdoc@hms.harvard.edu.

Postdoctoral researcher position molecular biology/ neuroscience, USA

A postdoctoral researcher position is available at the Neuroscience Center, Louisiana State University Health Sciences Center in New Orleans, LA. Our laboratory studies the roles of miRNA-FOXP2 gene regulation network in neural circuit development, plasticity, and vocal learning in songbirds using a multidisciplinary approach.

Successful candidate should be highly motivated and has a recent PhD in molecular biology and neuroscience. Strong background and hand-on experiences in molecular cloning, viral work, animal surgery, and confocal imaging are desirable. Strong communication and organization skills are required.

Interested candidates should send CV, a brief statement of research accomplishments and interests, any published papers, as well as names and contact information of 3 references to xli4@lsuhsc.edu or keigen@lsuhsc.edu. LSUHSC-NO is an EO/AA employer

Application Deadline: 9/30/2013

Neuroscientist Postdoctoral position at United States

A postdoctoral position is available in the laboratory of Alexei Morozov to study synaptic and network properties of neuronal circuits underlying emotions. We focus on interactions between the amygdala and the prefrontal cortex and investigate how social stress alters this circuitry, particularly, recruitment of genetically identifiable subclasses of GABAergic neurons and its regulation by dopamine. The candidate will use optogenetics, whole cell recording and multi-neuron calcium imaging of neuronal activity in slice to investigate how behavior modulates the circuit. Applicants with experience in slice or in vivo electrophysiology are encouraged to apply.


To apply
E-mail a letter describing your goals, CV and names of three references to: Alexei Morozov at alexeim@vtc.vt.edu

http://research.vtc.vt.edu/employees/faculty/

Post-doctoral position in neuroscience biochemistry at Italy

The Centre for Integrative Biology (CIBIO) is a new interdisciplinary Centre within the University of Trento, one of the top-ranked academic institutions in Italy. CIBIO is the first initiative on molecular medicine and biotechnology in Trentino, funded by the Autonomous Province which is characterized by a high level of public investment in innovation. 


Job Description: Under the supervision of the principal investigator, Dr. Maria Pennuto, this person will conduct postdoctoral-level research in motor neuron disease, such as spinal and bulbar muscular atrophy and amyotrophic lateral sclerosis. The candidate should have expertise in molecular biology, biochemistry, cell culture techniques and in vivo systems.


The postdoctoral fellow will function as part of a team at CIBIO working on basic disease mechanisms and development of strategies for patient treatment. As part of the team, the candidate will design, conduct and analyze experiments and experimental data, develop new ideas that promote current research, prepare and publish scientific manuscripts under direction of principal investigator, teach techniques to others, and may be responsible for the operation of specific equipment. The candidate is also expected to bring new expertise to the team’s current research program.
As a team member, s/he will present research results at laboratory meetings, institutional seminars and national conferences. The candidate should also be proficient in English in order to successfully communicate and write research results for scientific publications as necessary.


Eligibility Requirements: M.D. or Ph.D. in neuroscience, biochemistry or related field from a top-tier university or research program and an excellent publication record. At least one first-author publication is required.


If you are interested in this position, please send your CV with contact information and a statement of research interest and career goals to Maria Pennuto, PhD (maria.pennuto@unitn.it)"

Post-doctoral position in Neuroscience 2013, Japan

The International Institute for Integrative Sleep Medicine (IIIS), University of Tsukuba, Japan, is seeking several candidates for postdoctoral research fellowships to our research program targeting the biology of sleep. This is an inherently interdisciplinary field in terms of methodology, spanning molecular genetics, cellular biology, neurophysiology, neurochemistry, pharmaceutical sciences, medicinal chemistry, and clinical and social medicine.

Successful candidates will join one of our laboratories (http://wpi-iiis.tsukuba.ac.jp/position/laboratories.html) in the newly established IIIS, founded in December 2012, as one of nine government-supported (MEXT) research institutions under the World Premier International Research Center Initiative (WPI). The ultimate research goal of IIIS is to elucidate the fundamental mechanism of sleep and wakefulness, to develop strategies to regulate sleep, and to contribute to the enhancement of world health through combatting sleep disorders and associated diseases.

All applicants must have obtained a Ph.D. degree. We offer a considerable degree of work autonomy, and access to a highly international research environment with new state-of-the-art equipment and facilities. Candidates are encouraged to have a strong background in one or more of the following areas: Neuroscience, Molecular Genetics, Behavioral Science, Cell Biology, Physiology, Pharmacology, Protein Biochemistry, Medicinal and Organic Chemistry, Psychiatry, and Social and Sleep Medicine. 

IIIS is located in Tsukuba Science City, within the greater Tokyo metropolitan area. In this dynamic, yet green setting, IIIS offers postdoctoral fellows a relaxing place for research alongside globally prominent scientists with convenient access to an urban environment.

Interested candidates should send a letter of interest, curriculum vitae, bibliography, statement of research interests and a list of references in electronic format to iiis-career@un.tsukuba.ac.jp. Application materials are available at: http://wpi-iiis.tsukuba.ac.jp/position/

Neuroscience Postdocposition at National Institute on Aging, United States

The National Institute on Aging (NIA), a major research component of the National Institutes of Health (NIH) and the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS), is recruiting for a postdoctoral position in the Neuroplasticity and Behavior Unit (NBU), Laboratory of Neurosciences (LNS) in the Intramural Research Program (IRP) at the NIA.  The postdoctoral position is available to study neural circuits important for learning and memory. The candidate for this position should have a strong background in one or more of the following fields of neuroscience research: electrophysiology, imaging, biochemistry, behavior.

The candidate must have a doctoral degree in a relevant field and less than 5 years of postdoctoral experience.  Candidates with a strong work ethic and excellent writing and presentation skills are encouraged to apply.  The NIA IRP offers an outstanding training environment. 

Salary is commensurate with experience and accomplishments.  Applicants should send a curriculum vitae and three letters of recommendation to: Henriette van Praag, Ph.D., Neuroplasticity and Behavior Unit (NBU), Laboratory of Neurosciences, National Institute on Aging, 251 Bayview Blvd., Suite 100,, Baltimore, MD 21224 or by email: vanpraagh@mail.nih.gov. Applications will be accepted until the position is filled.

HHS and NIH are equal opportunity employers. The NIH is dedicated to building a diverse community in its training and employment programs.

http://neuroscience.nih.gov/Lab.asp?org_ID=569

Postdoctoral Position in Neurodegeneration Research United States

Postdoctoral Position in Neurodegeneration Research

We aim to uncover the molecular etiology of the motor neurodegenerative disease, amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS). We have discovered oligomeric species of superoxide dismutase that are potentially toxic in ALS. Our goals are to characterize oligomerization mechanism(s) and to use a novel framework for drug discovery to develop strategies to inhibit assembly. We seek a molecular biologist/biochemist to pursue further understanding of oligomer formation and develop in vitro and in vivo assays to test lead compounds. 

Start Date: By January 1, 2014.

To apply

Contact: Prof. Nikolay Dokholyan (dokh@unc.edu)

Post-doctoral Fellowship in Brain tumor stem cells 2013 USA

Post-doctoral fellowship position available at the University of Alabama at Birmingham for candidate interested in brain tumor research related to the characterization of cancer stem cells/brain tumor initiating cells. The cancer stem cell hypothesis posits that a hierarchy exists in some cancers with self-renewing cancer stem cells generating progeny constituting the remainder of the tumor. The presence of highly tumorigenic cancer stem cells has been demonstrated for brain tumors including glioblastoma, the most lethal and prevalent primary malignant brain tumor in adults. Glioblastoma stem cells have been demonstrated to be radio- and chemoresistant as well as highly angiogenic, suggesting the importance of targeting these cells for patient therapies.
We seek to better understand the molecular and biological mechanisms through which brain tumor stem cells drive tumor maintenance in order to identify novel targets for cancer therapy. Applicants should have a Ph.D in Cancer Biology, Molecular Biology, Pharmacology, Neuroscience, or a closely related field.

Candidates must have prior experience with cell culture and molecular biology techniques such as purification of nucleic acids, quantitative real-time PCR, and immunoblotting. Prior experience with production of lentivirus, xenograft models, measurement of DNA repair, immunofluorescence/confocal imaging and/or isolation of primary cells desired. Applicants must be willing to work with human cells and mouse models. Must have strong organizational skills and be detail oriented. Ability to work well independently and apply scientific principles to the solution of novel problems needed. Must work well as part of a team and recognize the benefits of collaboration, taking initiative, and offering constructive criticism.

Chosen candidates will be expected to work with undergraduates and technicians in the laboratory to accomplish experimental goals. In addition to data production, candidates will be expected to communicate findings via the preparation of manuscripts and grants. If interested, e-mail your cover letter, CV, and contact information for three references to Dr. Anita Hjelmeland at hjelmea@uab.edu.

Developmental Neurobiology Postdoctoral Position 2013 - USA

A post-doctoral position is available in the Lundquist lab at the University of Kansas to study molecular mechanisms of axon guidance using C. elegans. The Lundquist lab has a long-standing focus on the cytoskeletal mechanisms of axon guidance and growth cone outgrowth. This project involves the mechanisms of UNC-6/Netrin-mediated axon repulsion and growth cone retraction.

For more information, see http://www.people.ku.edu/~erikl/

Applicants should send a cover letter, CV, and contact information for three references to Dr. Erik Lundquist (erikl@ku.edu).

 Application Deadline:     Open Until Filled

Neuro-Oncology Postdoctoral Fellowship 2013 USA

A well-funded research lab in the Department of Neuro-Oncology at The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center (which has been continuously ranked as the number 1 cancer center in the US for many years) is seeking individuals at the postdoctoral level to join an outstanding team of scientists dedicated to understanding the biological and molecular mechanisms underlying the progression of malignant tumors. The ongoing research projects focus on the roles of growth factor receptors and other protein kinases, including pyruvate kinase M2, in regulating cellular signal transduction, which contributes to cancer metabolism and tumor invasion and metastasis (Cell, 2012, PMID: 22901803; Nature Cell Biology, 2012, PMID: 23178880; Molecular Cell, 2012, PMID: 23123196; Nature, 2011, PMID: 22056988; Molecular Cell, 2009, PMID: 19941816; Molecular Cell, 2009, PMID: 19595712; Molecular Cell, 2007, PMID: 17244530; Cancer Cell, 2003, PMID: 14706341; Molecular Cell, 2002, PMID: 12049732). Understanding the effect of activation of growth factor receptors and oncogenic protein kinases on cell metabolism, cell-cell adhesion, cell-extracellular matrix interaction, gene transcription regulation, and cell cycle progression will be of great interest. Cutting-edge technologies such as proteomics, DNA array, RNA interference, confocal microscopy, and animal imaging will be available.

Applicants must have an excellent first-author publication history and must be highly motivated. A strong background in molecular biology, cell biology, and/or biochemistry is desired. Experience with signal transduction, cell metabolism, stem cells, and transgenic mouse experiments would be a plus. A competitive salary with an excellent compensation and benefits package will be provided.

Please send curriculum vitae, names of three references, and a statement of research interest to Zhimin (James) Lu (zhiminlu@mdanderson.org).

The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center, Houston, Texas, USA


Application Deadline: Open Until Filled 

Ion Channel Research Postdoctoral Fellowship 2013 United States

A postdoctoral position is available in the laboratory of Dr. Yongchang Chang of the Barrow Neurological Institute, St. Joseph's Hospital and Medical Center. Post-doctoral fellow will work on projects to study structure and function of ligand-gated ion channels (mainly GABA_A/C receptors) using molecular biological, electrophysiological, fluorescent, and computational techniques.

Highly motivated individuals with a Ph.D. in Physiology, Biophysics, Neuroscience, Molecular Pharmacology, and other related biological fields are encouraged to apply. Relevant experience (molecular biology, voltage-clamp, kinetic modeling, homology modeling, etc.) and strong motivation and interest are desirable. 

To apply

Please send your CV, statement of research interest, and names/addresses of three referees to Dr. Yongchang Chang at yongchang.chang@dignityhealth.org

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United States: Postdoc position to study EEG Signal Processing

Want to flex your brain signal processing muscles and work on breakthrough neuroscience applications this summer?
The Brain Sciences Foundation is looking for bright researchers to collaborate with on cutting edge science projects.
We seek brilliant researchers with experience in EEG and evoked potential analysis using signal processing tools and statistics that are passionate about working on data analysis.
You will have the opportunity to work with our world-class scientific team to develop solutions and participate in manuscript and grant preparation.
We are looking for collaborators that are either a PhD candidate or recent PhD (or postdoc) in Psychology, Neuroscience or Biomedical Engineering. Experience in the pain research field is a plus.

To apply

USA Candidates only please send CV to Gavi Cohn @ gavi.cohn@brainsciences.org

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Postdoc position to study Awake Rodent Neurophysiology 2013 at Belgium

Postdoc in Awake Rodent Neurophysiology

We are looking for a postdoc to study the cortical basis of vision in awake rodents through extracellular recordings. Candidates should have a Ph.D. in Neurobiology, Neuroscience, Psychology, Biomedical sciences, or a related field. The ideal candidate has experience with in vivo electrophysiology in awake rodents, visual neuroscience, a quantitative and computational background including expertise with Matlab, and a publication record including first-author peer-reviewed publications.

The position fits in our current work on visual neuroscience in rodents. This line of research is implemented by PIs Hans Op de Beeck and Gert Van den Bergh, and one other postdoc and a PhD student. Recent publications include:
Vermaercke, B., & Op de Beeck, H.P. (2012). A multivariate approach reveals the behavioral templates underlying visual discrimination in rats. Current Biology, 22, 50-55.
Vreysen, S., Zhang, B., Chino, Y.M., Arckens, L., Van den Bergh, G. (2012). Dynamics of spatial frequency tuning in mouse visual cortex. Journal of Neurophysiology,107, 2937-2949.

The research will be implemented in the Laboratory of Biological Psychology at the University of Leuven (KU Leuven, Belgium). Current studies and expertise in the laboratory include behavioural tests in rodents (mice and rats), psychopharmacology, in vitro cellular neuroscience, in vivo extracellular recordings, lesioning studies in rodents, optogenetics, as well as functional imaging (fMRI) in humans. Many members of the lab come from countries outside Belgium, and the professional language in the lab is English.

The city of Leuven is an old, medieval city with a large student population (see http://www.kuleuven.be/english/living.html). Leuven is at 25 km from Brussels, with frequent direct train connections, also to the international airport of Brussels. The university is one of the oldest in the Low Countries (founded in 1425) and ranked amongst the best in Europe

Closing date: 2013-06-15

Prof. Hans Op de Beeck
KU Leuven
Biological Psychology
Tiensestraat 102
3000 Leuven
Belgium
Phone:     ++32-(0)16 326039
E-mail:     hans.opdebeeck@ppw.kuleuven.be
Website:     http://ppw.kuleuven.be/lbp

Italy: Post-Doctoral Fellowship in Brain Networks 2013

Post-Doctoral Fellowship in Brain Networks

Deadline for applications: May 31^st 2013

http://www.imtlucca.it/faculty/positions/junior_faculty_recruitment_program.php#brain_networks                                               

The IMT Institute for Advanced Studies Lucca invites applications for a Post-Doctoral Fellow position in Brain Networks. The position will involve research in the field of Brain Network Analysis, with specific emphasis on the reconstruction of networks from time-signal analysis and the detection of communities. Candidates should have a PhD in Physics, Computer Science or a related field, however a PhD in Nuclear Magnetic Resonance is preferable. Candidates must have an excellent record of high-impact international publications, excellent communication skills and international experience in the field. Candidates should demonstrate enthusiasm for performing applied research in an interdisciplinary Research Unit. An excellent level of both written and spoken English is mandatory. The appointed candidate will join the NETWORKS - Complex Networks Research Unit (http://networks.imtlucca.it/)

The position will be financed in the context of an agreement between IMT and the IIT Institute of Informatics and Telematics (APrICor - Analysis and Processing of Image Correlation).

Appointment compensation packages will depend on the candidates and their records of accomplishment, but are competitive on an international level. Applicants must be able to teach graduate courses in English; knowledge of Italian is not required.

IMT Lucca (http://www.imtlucca.it) is a research university within the Italian public higher education system. IMT strives to establish itself as a research center that promotes cutting-edge research in key areas, structuring its PhD Program in close connection with research, to attract top students, researchers and scholars through competitive international selections, and to contribute to technological innovation, economic growth and social development.

For further information about the position, applicants can refer to the website, or can contact pdf.calls@imtlucca.it.

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Germany: Postdoctoral fellow opening in neurobiology 2013

The laboratory of Prof. Björn Brembs (see http://lab.brembs.net) in the Institute of Zoology at Universität Regensburg, Germany, is offering a position as
Postdoctoral fellow (m/f) – neurobiology of spontaneous behavior and operant learning in Drosophila
The full time position is initially limited to two years (with possible extension). The position is paid according to the German pay scale 13 TV-L.
Job description:
Our lab focuses on the neurobiology of spontaneous behavior and operant learning using Drosophila as a neurogenetic model organism. Methods include computer-controlled behavioral experiments with wildtype, mutant and transgenic flies, neuroanatomy using standard and confocal microscopy as well as some molecular biology such as qPCR to determine the effectiveness of RNAi-mediated gene knock-down.
Selected references:
• Maye, A.; Hsieh, C.; Sugihara, G.; Brembs, B. (2007): PLoS ONE 2(5): e443
• Brembs, B.; Plendl, W. (2008): Curr. Biol. 18(15):1168-1171
• Brembs, B. (2009): Curr. Biol. 19(16): 1351-1355
• Brembs, B. (2011): Proc. Roy. Soc. B. 278(1707), 930-939
Requirements:
Outstanding candidates (m/f) holding a PhD in a relevant field and interested in this topic as well as being enthusiastic about working in an open science lab are encouraged to apply. The position is fully funded for 2 years, with possible extension. Nonetheless, ideal candidates are expected to have or develop a publication record allowing them to apply for competitive external funding. Candidates with a background in Drosophila biology, coding experience, (R, MatLab, Python, LabView et al.) or psychology will be given priority; proficiency in all three areas is an advantage, but not required. Comprehensive oral and written communication skills in English are also important.
Employment:
The fulltime position is a university-paid, fixed-term position along the funding scale outlined by the TV-L E13, according to seniority and including medical and social benefits, as well as a retirement plan. The position includes a teaching requirement of 5 SWS which can be fulfilled in either English or German.
Universität Regensburg is committed to the compatibility of family and career (for more informa¬tion, please visit http://www.uni-regensburg.de/equal-opportunities). Severely disabled applicants are given preference in instances where applicants demonstrate an equal level of qualification. Please mention any severe disabilities, if applicable, in the application.
Applications:
Starting date for the position is October 1, 2013 and applications before July 1, 2013 will receive preferred treatment, but applications will be considered until the position is filled. Applications including a short statement of research objectives, a CV, as well as the names and coordinates of three references should be sent in a single PDF file to: bjoern.brembs@ur.de

Postdoctoral studies in Developmental Neuroimaging at Sweden

Postdoctoral studies in Developmental Neuroimaging

We announce a full-time post-doctoral position for two years with possibility of extension.

The successful candidate will work with the analysis and modeling of multimodal data from several studies of child development and cognitive training in children and young adults. The data consists of neuroimaging (fMRI, DTI, sMRI), behavioral and genetic measurements.

The work will be conducted at the Department of Neuroscience at the Karolinska Institute, Solna, Stockholm, which is a stimulating and international research environment (ki.se/neuroscience). The work will be co-supervised by Rita Almeida, statistician at the department for Neuroscience, and conducted in close association with the group for Developmental Cognitive Neuroscience (www.klingberglab.se) headed by Professor Torkel Klingberg.

Qualifications:

A desirable background is a PhD in cognitive neuroscience, including experience in neuroimaging and statistical image analysis as well as analysis of behavioral data. Experience in programing is valued (e.g. Matlab, Python) as well as knowledge of SPSS or R.

Application process
An application must contain the following documents in English:

1) Short cover letter describing interest in the position.

2) CV, including complete list of publications and degrees.

3) Contact information from three researchers willing to serve as reference persons.
The application is to be submitted on the NetRecruiter system.

Karolinska Institutet is one of the world´s leading medical
universities. Its mission is to contribute to the improvement of human health through research and education. Karolinska Institutet accounts for over 40 per cent of the medical academic research conducted in Sweden and offers the country´s broadest range of education in medicine and health sciences. Since 1901 the Nobel Assembly at Karolinska Institutet has selected the Nobel laureates in Physiology or Medicine.

Closing date: 2013-06-20

Website: https://ki.netrecruiter.se/what:job/jobID:22715/where:4/

Neuroscience Postdoctoral Position 2013 Spain

Microglia are the most motile cells in the brain and their processes constantly survey the brain parenchyma searching for alterations of tissue homeostasis. As tissue macrophages, they coordinate in the brain inflammatory response and execute the removal of neuronal debris by phagocytosis. Inflammation is detrimental, whereas phagocytosis, which remains largely unstudied, is considered beneficial overall. We are focused on the regulation and the functional consequences of microglial phagocytosis in physiological and pathological conditions (development, adult neurogenesis, epilepsy, stroke…).

Our lab is located in the Achucarro Basque Center for Neuroscience, at the Bizkaia Science and Technology Park, near Bilbao, in the Basque Country, Spain. We are funded by Ikerbasque, the Basque Fundation for Science; the Basque Government; and the Spanish Government. Our publication record may be found at Google Scholar (http://scholar.google.es/citations?user=5B7ZBjIAAAAJ&hl=es).

We are looking for a motivated, energetic and inquisitive postdoc with a strong academic record to apply for a Marie Curie International Incoming Fellowship (application deadline Aug 14th). This is a 12-24 months fellowship covering salary, mobility costs and some research expenses.

A background on Neuroscience is essential, and expertise in surgical, imaging, and molecular biology techniques will be highly considered.

Elegibility (mandatory):
- applicants must hold a PhD at the time of application.
- applicants must have at least one first author publication in press or published in an international peer reviewed journal at the time of application.
- applicants may be of any nationality
- applicants must not have resided in Spain for more than 12 months in the last 3 years, at the time of application

Applicants should send their CV and a short personal statement to amanda.sierra@ehu.es.

Closing date: 2013-08-01

Post Doctoral Fellowship - Psychology/ Neuropsychology USA

International Assessment Systems, Inc. (IAS), in Miami, Florida, is pleased to offer a one year postdoctoral Fellowship in Forensic Neuropsychology and Assessment psychology, with duties to begin on or before September 1, 2013.

Primary Duties:Emphasis on forensic, litigation related psychological and neuropsychological evaluations; Extensive review of medical records; Direct face-to-face evaluation of IAS clients in South Florida; Limited face-to-face evaluation of IAS clients outside of South Florida; Some travel required; Scoring of testing; Development of computer generated professional reports; writing and editing of final reports; possible supervision of one or more fourth year doctoral students.

Compensation competitive and commensurate with experience.

Opportunities for advancement available.

To apply

Please contact:              Dr. Charles Golden, Primary Supervisor

            or

                                    Dr. Alan Raphael, Secondary Supervisor

                                    International Assessment Systems, Inc.

                                    1221 Brickell Avenue, 9th Floor

                                    Miami, Florida 33131

                                    araphael@ias-specialists.com

                                    1-305-372-0010 ext. 207

Deadline for applying May 30, 2013

If interested, please email current CV. Please include testing experience in both neuropsychology and personality assessment.

Postdoctoral fellow in Neuroscience 2013 USA

A Post-doctoral fellow position is available immediately to study cognitive learning mechanisms in neocortical circuits, using genetic approaches. The lab has established a system that targets some of the essential information for visual object discriminations to an identified neocortical circuit, enabling studies on how neocortical circuits encode learning. Specifically, genetic activation (via a virus vector) of protein kinase C pathways in several hundred neurons in rat postrhinal cortex improves accuracy on new visual shape discriminations (J. Neurosci. 2005, 25;8468-81).

Further, some of essential information for performance is encoded in the genetically-modified circuit: After gene transfer and learning, creation of small lesions that ablate the genetically-modified circuit selectively reduces performance for discriminations learned after gene transfer (PNAS 2010 107;14478-83). During learning, both the transduced neurons and the genetically-modified circuit are preferentially activated (Hippocampus 2012, 22;2276-89). Current studies are designed to modify circuit dynamics to understand how a neocortical circuit encodes cognitive information.

Requirements:Applicants with experience in stereotactic injections/gene transfer, perfusions, and histological analyses are especially encouraged. The successful candidate will have a Ph.D. and/or M.D., and research experience, including studies on the mammalian brain. Although no experience with visual learning is required, as it will be performed by other lab members, it can be learned. The lab is located in the New Jersey Neuroscience Institute, Edison NJ, USA, located outside of New York City.

How to Apply:

Send CV and names of 3 references to Dr. Alfred Geller at alfredgeller1@gmail.com.

Postdoctoral fellow position Molecular Neurobiology 2013 Australia

We are looking for a postdoctoral fellow to join our group in the School of Biomedical Sciences and Pharmacy, the University of Newcastle. Our group is led by Dr Murray Cairns, running the Molecular Neurobiology laboratory, and is seeking to understand the molecular basis of neural development and function, and the etiology of neurological disorders such as schizophrenia, by combining high-throughput experimental techniques with state-of-the-art genomics and basic neuroscience. With the demand to analyse huge volume of high-throughput experimental data including next generation sequencing, our group is looking for bioinformaticians with the expertise of developing computational and statistical methods for analysis and integration of various types of next-generation sequencing data.

Qualified candidates should have a PhD in bioinformatics, statistical genomics, or related fields. Candidate should have extensive experience on next generation sequencing data analysis. Experience with microRNA research is a plus. The successful candidate will construct analysis pipelines with existing software tools for analysis of next generation sequencing data towards biological discovery, and will also develop novel computational and statistical methods if such methods are not available.

To apply

Interested candidates should send a CV and three referees' contact details to

Xi.Wang (at) newcastle (dot) edu (doc) au