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Graduate student position

Ghent University, Belgium

Department of Experimental Clinical and Health Psychology

Research group Developmental Disorders

We are seeking a full-time Ph.D. student for a project with a duration of 4 years (funded by the Research Foundation – Flanders: FWO) investigating the putative role of the default-mode network (DMN) in the pathophysiology of ADHD, under the supervision of Roeljan Wiersema, Edmund Sonuga-Barke, Herbert Roeyers, and Rik Achten. The Ph.D. student will investigate whether and how DMN interference may explain lapses in performance and attention in ADHD. FMRI and EEG will be used to study the spatio-temporal dynamics of DMN activity during rest, during task performance, and during rest-task transitions.

Qualifications:
The successful candidate must have a Master’s degree in Psychology (clinical, experimental or neuropsychological) and/or (cognitive) neurosciences. Previous expertise or training in (cognitive) neuroscience is preferred.

The position is available immediately. Review of applications will start immediately and continue until the position is filled. Last year Master’s students pending successful completion of their Master’s program in July 2010 can also apply.

Ghent offers an exciting environment and high standards of living. The department of Experimental Clinical and Health Psychology of Ghent University offers access to brain imaging facilities, including 3T fMRI and several high-density scalp EEG systems. Scholarship: ± €22.000,- net/year.

Required application materials to be sent electronically (preferably PDF): Cover letter, CV, and at least one letter of reference. Informal enquiries and applications can be addressed to Roeljan Wiersema via email: [log in to unmask] June 1, 2010 at the latest.