Postdoctoral Research Scholar Position, Multimodal Imaging Laboratory, University of California, San Diego

The Multimodal Imaging Laboratory (MMIL) at the University of California, San Diego invites applications for a postdoctoral research scholar position under the direction of Drs. Donald Hagler and Anders Dale. The successful candidate will join a multi-disciplinary team of scientists, programmers, and support staff addressing a variety of neuroscience questions using multimodal brain imaging, electrophysiology, behavior, and genetics.

An important component of the work done at MMIL, and an integral role of the currently announced position, is the development and improvement of methods for the analysis of neuroimaging data. This will include extending our recent work on a white matter fiber tract atlas (Hagler et al., HBM 2009) to encompass a more diverse population of subjects, additional fiber tracts, and a larger age range, including infants. The postdoctoral researcher will receive training in brain imaging and methods development, and will be encouraged to develop his or her own research projects.

Applicants for the position must have completed relevant Ph.D. research activities within the past five years. Applications from many disciplines may be considered, and the position is open to qualified international applicants.

Experience or expertise in the following areas is highly desired:

1. computer programming (e.g. MATLAB, C/C++).

2. structural MRI, diffusion MRI

3. neuroimaging analysis software (e.g. FreeSurfer, FSL)

4. scientific writing

This posting is for a 2-year appointment beginning immediately. Salary will be consistent with the NIH/NRSA levels in accordance with the University of California, San Diego policies for Postdoctoral trainees. Compensation includes full staff benefits, including health insurance, and vacation time. Review of applications will begin immediately and will continue until the position is filled. To apply, please send your CV, a brief statement of research interests and goals, and any selected reprints to dhaglerjr@hotmail.com with the subject line "MMIL postdoctoral position". Letters of reference will be required before final approval of hiring. Informal inquiries for more details are welcome.

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