Rice University Post-Doctoral Position in Neuroimaging

Post-doctoral researcher with experience in functional and structural neuroimaging is sought for an initial two-year position beginning Oct. 1, 2008.  Salary is $48,000 - $52,000, depending on experience.  The individual will work with members of the psychology department on neuroimaging studies of memory, language, perception, and attention in neurally intact and brain-damaged populations.  The ideal candidate would have a background in cognitive psychology, fMRI experience (design, data acquisition, and analysis), strong communication skills, and an ability to work with an inter-disciplinary team at Rice and the nearby Texas Medical Center.  Experience with DTI and voxel-based lesion-symptom mapping would be a plus.  Submit a letter of interest, vita, two publications, and the names and contact information for three references to Ms. Elizabeth Villareal, psyc@rice.edu.  Applications will be considered as they are received.  Rice University is an Affirmative Action/Equal Employment Opportunity Employer.

 

 

Undergraduates

Research Assistant for laboratory drug-behavioral studies.
This position can be either part-time (week ends) or full-time (regular 40 hr week). Studies are being conducted with rodents and primates concerning the rewarding effects of drugs. This is an excellent position for students interested in psychology, neuroscience, or medical school. The position features important opportunities to learn research skills and possibly the opportunity to be a coauthor on publications. Please contact Richard Meisch, M.D., Ph.D. (713) 500 2363 or richard.a.meisch@uth.tmc.edu.

Undergraduate Pre-Clinical Research Internship/ Independent Study
Responsibilities include assisting with neuropsychological testing, scheduling participants for research protocols, and data management. A term paper will be expected at the end of each semester; interns also need to purchase an individual malpractice insurance policy (~$100/year). It would be helpful if applicants have completed coursework in abnormal and/or developmental psychology, but these courses are not essential.  Class credit (as independent study) is available for applicants. 

For more information, please contact Deborah A. Pearson, Ph.D. at Deborah.A.Pearson@uth.tmc.edu