PostDoc (or beyond) in Neuro Image Analysis: Magnetic Resonance Imaging – Code 1267/2014/8

Description: Population Health Sciences at the DZNE aims to investigate causes and preclinical biomarkers of neurodegenerative diseases, and to study normal and pathological brain structure and function over the adult life course. To this end we are currently establishing the Rhineland Study, a prospective population based cohort study that will include up to 30,000 people aged 30 years and over. The study facilities will encompass 3 dedicated examination centers equipped with state-of-the art 3T MRI scanners (Siemens Prisma), advanced bio-banking facilities and large data storage and computational clusters for analysis of big data.All study participants will undergo extensive phenotyping. This encompasses repeated and detailed brain imaging, including structural (T1, T2, T2*) and functional imaging (DTI, perfusion and BOLD imaging). A subset of the cohort will additionally be followed with 7T imaging and possibly PET imaging. We are looking for enthusiastic and ambitious researchers who will contribute to the further development of neuro image analysis in the framework of the Rhineland Study.

The qualified applicant should have a PhD in neuro-image analysis, cognitive neuroscience, computer science or related field and a strong research background in large-scale neuroimage processing or population neuroimaging. Applicants should have experience with existing tools for large-scale analysis of neuroimaging data (e.g. with SPM, FSL, AFNI, etc.), relevant programming experience (e.g. with MATLAB, Python), and proficiency in mathematics and statistics (R, SPSS). Working experience in epidemiological research or large-scale clinical studies is highly desirable. Demonstrable interest in quantitative research, strong analytical skills, ability for independent and critical thinking, and excellent communication and writing skills in the English language are a prerequisite. Creative, highly motivated and team-oriented candidates who dare to take initiative and enjoy working in a fast-growing, dynamic research environment in an internationally oriented biomedical institution, are strongly encouraged to apply. We offer a scientific position with a long-term perspective. The position is initially limited to two years with the possibility of extension. For further information, please contact Prof Monique M.B. Breteler (rhinelandstudy@dzne.de).

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Willem Huijbers