The appointment will be on UCL Grade 7. 

Applications are invited for two experienced and enthusiastic cognitive neuroscientists with strong computational skills to work on a project that aims to understand the neural basis of cognitive and spoken language change following brain damage. The project utilizes structural and functional MRI neuroimaging along with transcranial direct current stimulation (tDCS) and neuropsychological data-sets from post-stroke aphasic subjects. The project is funded by a Wellcome Trust Senior Clinical Fellowship awarded to Professor Jenny Crinion until Jan 2021.

The applicants will join the Institute Of Cognitive Neuroscience as members of the Neurotherapeutics group, an inter-disciplinary team led by Professors Jenny Crinion and Alex Leff. Data collection of the current experimental series is aiming to be completed by September 2018. Imaging is conducted at the Wellcome Trust Centre for Neuroimaging at UCL (incorporating the Leopold Muller Functional Imaging Laboratory and the Wellcome Department of Imaging Neuroscience) which is an interdisciplinary centre for neuroimaging excellence. We currently use a variety of analysis methods on fMRI data-sets, such as Dynamic Casual Modelling (DCM).

The proposed start date is 1 October 2018 although the start date is negotiable. The post is a full time position (36.5hrs per week) for 1 year in the first instance, up to 2 years.

All research staff have access to state-of-the art research and training facilities and a generous conference and travel budget.  

Applicants must have, or shortly expect to obtain, a PhD in cognitive neuroscience, psychology, computer science, or a related discipline. They are expected to have an interest in the neurobiology of cognitive functions, advanced statistical skills, and excellent computer programming (especially MATLAB) skills. Experience of fMRI analysis is essential for one position, and using DCM is highly desirable. Experience of sMRI analyses, tDCS, working with aphasic patients are also highly desirable skills. Relevant post-doctoral experience is an advantage. Given the nature of the research, candidates should be fully fluent in English.

UCL vacancy reference: 1743403   

Applicants should apply online. To access further details about the position and how to apply please click on the ‘Apply’ button below.

If you have any queries regarding the vacancy or the application process, please contact Professor Jenny Crinion j.crinion@ucl.ac.uk .

Latest time for the submission of applications: 23:59.

Interview Date: TBC

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