The "Neuromodulation of Lifespan Cognition Project" (http://www.mpib-
berlin.mpg.de/en/forschung/lip/projekte/neuromodulation-cognition.htm) in the Center for
Lifespan Psychology together with the “Neurocognition of Decision-Making Group
(http://www.mpib-berlin.mpg.de/snwg/) at the Max Planck Institute for Human
Development in Berlin, Germany invite applications for a Research Scientist position.
The Neuromodulation of Lifespan Cognition Project investigates the influences of
neurotransmitters (e.g., dopamine and serotonin) on cognitive development across the
lifespan. We take multiple approaches (imaging genetics, pharmacological fMRI, and
neurocomputational modeling) to investigate individual and age-related differences in
neuromodulation of brain functions underlying cognition. The Neurocognition of Decision-
Making Group is an interdisciplinary team, which investigates mechanisms of decision-
making in the human brain with a combination of neuroimaging (MRI, MEG, EEG,
simultaneous EEG-fMRI) and computational modeling. The good infrastructure (behavioral
lab, EEG, MRI) and collegial atmosphere with the opportunities to interact and collaborate
with colleagues from the MPI and the large neuroscience community in Berlin provide a
stimulating and productive research environment.
A successful applicant needs to have a PhD in a field related to cognitive neuroscience
(e.g., cognitive neuroscience, psychology, or medicine). Applicants should further have a
strong background in the design and statistical analysis of fMRI experiments. The 3-year
position (with a 2-year extension possible) is part of a new interdisciplinary project within
the context of “Nationales Netzwerk Computational Neuroscience – Bernstein Fokus:
Neuronale Grundlagen des Lernens“ that is funded by the Federal Ministry of Education
and Research (BMBF). We will combine fMRI, genetics, dietary interventions that
challenge the dopamine and serotonin systems, and computational modeling to
investigate neuromodulation of temporal discounting in younger and older adults. Salary
will be according to "EG 13 TVöD", formerly BAT Ib/IIa. The position is available from Oct
1, 2009 (or earlier).
The Max Planck Society is interested in increasing the number of women on its scientific
staff. We strongly encourage applications from women and members of minority groups.
The Max Planck Society is committed to employing more handicapped individuals and
particularly encourages them to apply.
To apply, please send a statement of research interest, a CV, (p)reprints, and a list of 3
references both to Shu-Chen Li ([log in to unmask]) and Hauke R. Heekeren
([log in to unmask]).
Contact Information:
Prof. Shu-Chen Li, Ph.D.
Max Planck Institute for Human Development
Lentzeallee 94
14195 Berlin
http://www.mpib-berlin.mpg.de/en/forschung/lip/projekte/neuromodulation.htm
Prof. Dr. Hauke R. Heekeren
Max Planck Institute for Human Development
Lentzeallee 94
14195 Berlin
http://www.mpib-berlin.mpg.de/snwg/
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