Belgium - Hasselt University PhD Studentship in Neuroimmunology

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The Biomedical Research Institute of Hasselt University has a vacancy for a (m/f):

PhD student Neuroimmunology (2×2 years)(mandate MBW/2008/025)

Job description
Research at the Biomedical Research Institute (BIOMED, Hasselt University) focuses on disease mechanisms of multiple sclerosis (MS) and the development of new therapeutics for this neuro-inflammatory disease. The group uses various modern technologies in immunology, molecular biology, cell biology and imaging to study immune system alterations and immune mediated damage of oligodendrocytes during MS. Recent data show that immune responses in the CNS are not merely detrimental but also have protective effects e.g. by producing neurotrophic factors such as neurokines. The successful applicant will further investigate immune mediated neuroprotective mechanisms in MS. This project is part of a recently approved Methusalem Program called NEURONET. NEURONET brings together researchers from Hasselt University and Antwerp University (VIB) headed by prof. Christine Van Broeckhoven (UA) and prof. P. Stinissen (UHasselt) specialized in clinical neurology, neuropathology, neuroimmunology, genetics and genomics, cell biology, mouse models and therapeutics in the domain of neurodegenerative diseases.

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Continue Reading October 25th, 2008

USA - University of Connecticut Postdoc in Neural / Sensorimotor Mechanisms of Speech / Shuttering

Postdoc/Graduate Assistant position of:
Neurology & Neurosurgery
Neuroscience & Neurobiology
Psychology / Psychiatry

Neural Control and Sensorimotor Mechanisms in Stuttering

The Laboratory for Speech Physiology and Motor Control in the Department of Communication Sciences at the University of Connecticut (Project P.I.: Ludo Max, Ph.D.) is seeking applications for a postdoctoral position to study various aspects of the neural systems underlying sensorimotor control of speech movements in individuals who stutter. This NIH-funded project involves both psychophysical and neuroimaging (fMRI) experiments, and the selected candidate will have opportunities to contribute to both lines of work. Facilities in the lab include, among other things, electromagnetic motion tracking for speech articulatory movements as well as for upper limb movements, real-time digital signal processors for auditory perturbations of speech and a Phantom 1.0 robot for mechanical perturbations of the jaw, tendon/muscle vibration, EEG/EP systems, and a virtual display environment for arm motor learning studies.

Candidates with a Ph.D. degree in cognitive/behavioral neuroscience, motor control, biomedical engineering, speech and hearing science, experimental psychology, and related fields are encouraged to apply. Good programming skills (Matlab and C++) are preferred. Candidates should be highly motivated and have an interest in publishing research in the area of speech motor control and stuttering.

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Continue Reading September 9th, 2008

USA - Jackson Laboratory Postdoctoral Training in Mammalian Genetics

The Jackson Laboratory, a non-profit research institute, provides a unique research environment with unparalleled resources for training in mouse models of development and disease. 36 faculty members perform research in the following disciplines:

  • Neurobiology
  • Cancer Biology
  • Reproductive/Developmental Biology
  • Immunology/Hematology
  • Metabolic Disease Research
  • Computational Biology/Bioinformatics

For a complete description of our facultys research, visit our web page.

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Continue Reading October 12th, 2007

USA - Northwestern University Postdoctoral Positions in Olfactory Neurobiology

Molecular Neurobiology of Olfaction

Two postdoctoral positions are available to study the development and function of genetically defined neuronal circuits using molecular, genetic and physiological approaches in transgenic and gene-targeted mice.

One position is available for an applicant with experience in molecular biology and/or mouse genetics. Another position is available for an applicant with experience in cellular or in vivo neurophysiology and/or in vivo brain imaging.

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Continue Reading January 3rd, 2007

Germany - IMPRS PhD Fellowships in Life Sciences

The International Max Planck Research School in Molecular and Cellular Life Sciences: From Biology to Medicine

The International Max Planck Research School for Molecular and Cellular Life Sciences (IMPRS-LS) is jointly conducted by the Max Planck Institute of Biochemistry, the Max Planck Institute of Neurobiology and the Max Planck Institute of Psychiatry in cooperation with the Ludwig Maximilian University Munich and the Technical University Munich. The school offers an international PhD program in life sciences covering areas of biochemistry, cell biology, molecular medicine, neurobiology and structural biology.

The 3 year program, entirely taught in English, provides comprehensive scientific training in a superb and vibrant research environment with state of the art facilities and cutting edge research projects. The doctoral degree will be awarded by one of the two Munich universities both of which have an excellent international reputation.

Students can specialize in one of five major disciplines that form parallel but interlinked tracts thereby creating an interdisciplinary context to promote the ability of cross-frontier thinking. Laboratory work will be supplemented by seminars, summer schools, elective courses, training in soft skills and participation in international conferences.

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