[visionlist] Postdoc in computational neuroimaging, Royal Holloway, University of London

[Jonas Larsson]

Postdoctoral research assistant in fMRI and computational modelling/
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/Visual Neuroscience Laboratory/

/Department of Psychology, Royal Holloway, University of London (UK)
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/Measurement and modelling of centre and surround mechanisms in human 
visual cortex/

Applications are invited for a Wellcome Trust funded postdoctoral 
position to work with Dr Jonas Larsson on a project to study mechanisms 
of centre-surround modulation in human visual cortex using functional 
magnetic resonance imaging (fMRI). The experiments will be carried out 
using the newly upgraded research-dedicated Siemens 3T Trio scanner at 
the Department of Psychology, in combination with computational 
modelling and psychophysics. The project may also draw on a range of 
other techniques available in the department, such as state-of-the-art 
eye tracking, TMS, and EEG. The variety and level of techniques used 
makes this an excellent training opportunity for a well motivated candidate.

Candidates should hold a PhD in neuroscience or a related quantitative 
discipline, and be highly motivated with a keen interest in quantitative 
approaches to sensory perception and visual neuroscience. Strong 
quantitative and problem-solving skills are essential, including a solid 
background in numerical analysis and scientific programming using 
Matlab/Octave (or equivalent). Previous experience with neuroimaging or 
electrophysiological techniques and experimental design and/or 
computational modelling is desirable.

The Department of Psychology at Royal Holloway is one of the top 
Psychology departments in the UK, ranked 7th in the latest Research 
Assessment Exercise. The Department has a thriving group of 
internationally recognized vision researchers with expertise in a 
diverse array of techniques.

The post is offered on a fixed-term contract for a period of 14 months, 
with potential for extension subject to funding. Starting date is 
negotiable, but ideally no later than 1 January 2013.

Enquiries about the position should be addressed to Dr Jonas Larsson: 
jonas.larsson at rhul.ac.uk <mailto:jonas.larsson at rhul.ac.uk>. Interested 
candidates will have the opportunity to meet and discuss the project in 
person with Dr Larsson at the Society for Neuroscience meeting in New 
Orleans (13-17 Oct).


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Dr Jonas Larsson
Department of Psychology
Royal Holloway, University of London
Egham, Surrey
TW20 0EX
United Kingdom

Email: Jonas.Larsson at rhul.ac.uk
Phone: +44(0)1784-414061
Web: http://www.pc.rhul.ac.uk/web/about_us/personal_profile.asp?id=110

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