Institute of Neurological Sciences

Home History Weekly Events Colloquium Schedule Members Awards and Honors Neuroscience Graduate Group Other Educational Activities Penn Medicine's Comprehesive Neuroscience Center Community Outreach Programs Classified Ads Society for Neuroscience


				Classified Ads
				Positions: Research Assistant position wanted Rachel Poole: Graduated from University of Delaware with a BA in both Philosophy and Psychology. After working for a year as a Research Assistant in a Neurovascular Laboratory at the University of Vermont, accepted a position as a graduate student in the Biomedical Neuroscience Ph.D Program at Temple University School of Medicine. Has completed one year in the program, but is exploring other options for continuing graduate school. Looking for a Research Assistant position in the UPenn Department of Neuroscience for this 2009-2010 transition year. Interested in synaptic plasticity in general, but very open to other areas of research. Techniques: Cloning, RT-PCR, Western Blot, Immunohisto(cyto)chemistry, FACs analysis (cell cycle distribution, mitochondrial potential, viability etc), several transfection methods, Tunel assay, primary and secondary cell culture, Luciferase assays, small animal surgeries and tissue excision. Please contact for more information (transcripts, letters of recommendation, CV). Phone: 302-562- 0589. Email: rachel.poole@temple.edu posted 7.21.09 Saki Nishi, BA, Biochemistry (2009, Oberlin College) saki.nishi@gmail.com (440-506-4239) Laboratory Skills: HPLC, solid phase extraction, mass spectrometry, atomic absorption spectroscopy, FT-IR/Raman spectroscopy; SDS-PAGE, Western blot, microplate asssays, protein purification. RESEARCH EXPERIENCE: Professor Robert Thompson, Oberlin College Dept of Chemistry and Biochemistry, Sept. 2008-present. Separation of Naturally Occurring Capsaicinoids with Argentation Solid Phase Extraction and Liquid Chromatography-Mass Spectrometry. posted 7.21.'09. Position Available Date Posted - November 9, 2009 Research Specialist A Center for Neurobiology and Behavior, School of Medicine The purpose of the position is to assist in research on the neurobiology and genetics of social behaviors in mouse model systems relevant to autism and schizophrenia. The position would involve husbandry of mouse colonies with careful record keeping, obtaining mouse tissue for preparation of DNA, genotyping, PCR and qPCR, testing/measurement of social and anxiety-related and olfactory behaviors of mice including detailed analysis of videos of those behaviors, studies of the effects of drugs on mouse behaviors, obtaining mouse brain tissue for analysis, histological/immunocytochemistry/Westert blot analysis of mouse brain, autoradiography and in situ hybridization analysis of mouse brain tissue, entering and graphing data, ordering laboratory supplies. A Bachelor's Degree in biology, biological psychology, neuroscience, genetics, or closely related field is required and experience in molecular genetics, neuroscience, rodent husbandry, rodent behavioral testing, statistics, use of Microsoft Word and Excel, and use of graphing program is preferable, but not required. This position requires meticulous attention to detail. Position contingent upon funding. Background Check Required. Contact Ted Brodkin at ebrodkin@mail.med.upenn.edu or see job reference #091027443 on UPenn's employment page. Position Available Date Posted - September 16, 2009 The Department of Psychology at Mount Union College invites applications for a tenure-track position in psychology to begin August, 2010. The department offers majors in both psychology and cognitive and behavioral neuroscience. The position involves teaching students in both major tracks. The position is for an Assistant Professor in Cognitive and Behavioral Neuroscience. Primary responsibilities may include teaching a variety of courses in cognitive and behavioral neuroscience and directing the CBN program. Additional responsibilities may include teaching introductory psychology and courses in the candidate’s area of expertise as well as recruiting new students to the program. A Ph.D. is required with preference for those with degrees in Experimental or Biological Psychology or Neuroscience. Candidates with superior teaching skills and a demonstrated ability to involve undergraduates in their research are preferred. The Psychology Department enjoys modern facilities including neuroscience, behavioral, cognitive and observational laboratories. Mount Union College (www.muc.edu), founded in 1846, is an accredited, four year, residential coeducational liberal arts college with 126 full-time faculty members and approximately 2,000 students, including minority and international students. Facilities are modern, the campus is pleasant, and the College has well-rounded cultural and social programs. Alliance is located near Canton, Akron, and Youngstown and is approximately 60 miles southeast of Cleveland and 75 miles west of Pittsburgh. Send a letter of interest, vita, and three letters of reference to: Psychology Search Committee, c/o Human Resources, Mount Union College, Alliance, OH 44601. For more information contact Dr. Tamara Daily, Chair, Department of Psychology, Mount Union College, Alliance, OH 44601. E-mail: dailyta@muc.edu. Consideration of applicants will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled. Position Available Date Posted - July 20, 2009 The Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia and the Center for Autism Research Multimodal Neuroimaging: Postdoctoral Fellow The Biomagnetic Imaging Laboratory at the Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia/University of Pennsylvania is seeking a postdoctoral fellow. Emphasis is on understanding the function and structure of the brain in controls and in individuals with Autism and Autism Spectrum Disorders. Techniques used include event-related potentials (ERPs) and event-related fields (ERFs), neuropsychological testing, magnetic resonance imaging (including diffusion tensor imaging), and functional magnetic resonance imaging. Applicants must have completed graduate work with a strong psychology and/or neuroscience background. Experience with ERP/ERF and time-frequency methods is preferred. Experience programming is also preferred. This position is available immediately (3-year position, competitive salary). The Children's Hospital of Philadelphia is an equal opportunity employer committed to creating a diverse, cooperative work environment. For further information contact Dr. Timothy P.L. Roberts: robertstim@email.chop.edu, (215) 426-0384. To apply, please email information or send a CV, statement of research interests, and 3 letters of references to: Timothy P.L. Roberts, Ph.D. The Children's Hospital of Philadelphia Division of Research 34th and Civic Center Blvd 2nd Floor Wood Building Room 2115 Philadelphia, PA 19104 Position Available Date Posted - May 18, 2009 The Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia and the Center for Autism Research Multimodal Neuroimaging: Research Assistant Position The Biomagnetic Imaging Laboratory at the Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia/University of Pennsylvania and the Center for Autism Research is seeking a Research Assistant. This position is funded by a Minority Training Program (Program in Autism Research Training (PART)). To qualify for this position candidates must (1) belong to an underrepresented racial or ethnic group (African-Americans, Hispanics, Native Americans, Alaska Natives, and Pacific-Islanders), (2) have completed an undergraduate degree, and (3) be willing to commit to the position full-time for 2 years. The goal of this position is to enhance the racial and ethnic diversity of the biomedical, behavioral, and health services research labor force by preparing high-achieving undergraduate minority students to pursue a career in clinical services or science related to the field of autism. The selected research assistant will receive 2 years comprehensive training and scholarly experience to prepare the research assistant for competitive graduate programs. Emphasis is on understanding the function and structure of the brain in controls and in individuals with Autism and Autism Spectrum Disorders. Techniques used include event-related potentials (ERPs) and event-related fields (ERFs), neuropsychological testing, magnetic resonance imaging (including diffusion tensor imaging), and functional magnetic resonance imaging. Applicants must have completed undergraduate work with a strong psychology and/or neuroscience background. Experience with ERP/ERF or other neuroimaging methodologies is preferable. Experience programming is also preferred. All applicants will be expected to have a GPA of at least 3.0 and must submit a written application describing their interest and future scientific goals. This position is available immediately. The Children's Hospital of Philadelphia is an equal opportunity employer committed to creating a diverse, cooperative work environment. As noted above, members of under-represented minority groups and individuals with physical disabilities are encouraged to apply. For further information contact Dr. Timothy P.L. Roberts: robertstim@email.chop.edu, (215) 426-0384. To apply, please send a CV, statement of research interests, and 3 letters of references to: Timothy P.L. Roberts, Ph.D. The Children's Hospital of Philadelphia Division of Research 34th and Civic Center Blvd 2nd Floor Wood Building Room 2115 Philadelphia, PA 19104 Position Available Date Posted - April 9, 2009 A postdoctoral position is available in the Psychobiology Section of the Medications Development Branch of the NIDA Intramural Research Programs (formerly the Addiction Research Center). Fellows will have opportunities for training in a wide range of behavioral and in vitro techniques for studying drugs of abuse, particularly in reference to actions involving dopamine systems. Applicants must have completed doctoral training in pharmacology, psychology, neuroscience or a related discipline. Salary is competitive commensurate with experience. For more details on the positions please contact Jonathan Katz directly at the e-mail address or phone number shown below. To apply, pl,ease forward a curriculum vitae, statement of research interests, and three letters of reference to: Jonathan L. Katz, Ph.D. Medications Discovery Research Branch, Psychobiology Section NIDA Intramural Research Program 251 Bayview Boulevard, Suite 200 Baltimore, MD 21224 ph: 443-740-2582 fax: 443-740-2829 Position Available Date Posted - April 6, 2009 RESEARCH OFFICER / SENIOR RESEARCH OFFICER POSTDOCTORAL / RESEARCH FELLOW The Prince of Wales Medical Research Institute has an established record of national and international research leadership in the neurosciences. Over 240 scientists, clinicians, students and allied staff support its mission to advance the knowledge, treatment and cure of neuroscience related disorders through excellence in research. Prof George Paxinos has produced a series of mammalian brain atlases that have become international standards. One of these atlases is ranked in the 50 most cited publications, and is the most cited neuroscience work. He has been awarded an NHMRC Australia Fellowship which will support several postdoctoral fellowships. Beginning postdocs as well as accomplished, advanced scientists will be considered. The postdoctoral positions will provide the opportunity to master the fine detail of brain anatomy under the supervision of Professor Paxinos and his colleague Professor Watson. The research objective is to create detailed anatomical maps of the mouse, rat, marmoset and human brains using gene markers, immunohistochemistry and MR imaging. Aims of the laboratory include the study the expression of genes related to the development of the hindbrain and cerebellum, the study of the cortex and spinal cord of the marmoset and human and the establishment of brain homologies between humans and other species. Essential criteria: PhD or equivalent in a neuroscience field; demonstrated outstanding capacity for neuroscience research; publications in international journals; knowledge of neuroanatomy; a strong collaborative attitude. As there are multiple positions, applications will be considered at any time. Enquiries to: Prof George Paxinos g.paxinos@powmri.edu.au (612)93991094. Please forward your application to Lee Hilton l.hilton@powmri.edu.au. Fax: (612)93991026. Mail: PO Box 82 St Pauls Sydney NSW Australia 2031. Position Available Date Posted - April 6, 2009 Neurophysiology Tech III UPMC is an integrated global health enterprise headquartered in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, and one of the leading non-profit health systems in the United States. As western Pennsylvania’s largest employer, with 50,000 employees and nearly $8 billion in revenue, UPMC is transforming the economy of the region into one based on medicine, research, and technology. By integrating 20 hospitals, 400 doctors’ offices and outpatient sites, long-term care facilities, and a major insurance plan, UPMC has advanced the quality and efficiency of health care and developed internationally renowned programs in transplantation, cancer, neurosurgery, psychiatry, orthopedics, and sports medicine, among others. UPMC is commercializing its medical and technological expertise by nurturing new companies, developing strategic business relationships with some of the world’s leading multi-national corporations, and expanding into international markets; including Italy, Ireland, the United Kingdom, and Qatar. For more information about UPMC, visit our website at www.upmc.com. Job Summary: The Neurophysiology Department of UPMC Presbyterian is hiring a full-time neurophysiology tech III. The tech will performs transcranial doppler tests, cerebral blood flow, cerebral oximetry, multiple modality evoked potentials, EEGs and EMGs on patients in the ICU, operating room and diagnostic lab. The incumbent will work a varied shift which includes rotating call responsibilities. Responsibilities: Applies suitable electrodes on predetermined measured positions on the patient's head and checks their performance as well as adjust for nonstandard situations. Selects predetermined electrode combination as well as non-standard montages as needed as well as adjusts for nonstandard situations. Obtains standard recordings, utilizes judgment to determine whether patient meets normal standards and reports significant changes to appropriate personnel. Recognizes artifacts, differentiates them from Evoked Potential patterns and takes appropriate steps to eliminate them. Performs all necessary troubleshooting in cases of suboptimal results prior and during the testing procedure or during intraoperative monitoring. Performs portable, difficult and/or unusual recordings, particularly EPs in the intensive care unit and the operating room without direct supervision. Utilizes appropriate patient care techniques in testing critical care patients. Thoroughly understands various disease states and factors that relate to them, various medication effects, clinical changes or complications to insure high technical quality. Exercises judgment during testing or intraoperative monitoring for the need of neurophysiologist's or physician's intervention. Provides a hard copy report for physician's interpretation and clinical report. Thoroughly understands cerebral vascular system and applies this knowledge to the Transcranial Doppler study. Thoroughly understands and is able to differentiate between normal and abnormal findings. Obtains necessary readings and calculates Transcranial Doppler findings for interpreting physician. Records patient history on technician sheet and documents preliminary test results on the patient's chart. Discusses results with interpreting and requesting physicians if needed. Monitors console for Xenon levels. Monitors other physiological parameters. Exercises judgment, according to the patient's diagnosis for the placement of the oximetry reading patch. Abstracts relevant medical history from the patient's clinical record, if available, and incorporates tech observations. Recognize discrepancies between patient's ordered testing and their diagnosis. Basic Qualifications: Bachelor of Science degree is required. Bachelor of Science in neuroscience is preferred; Bachelor of Science in neuroanatomy, engineering, mathematics, biology or physics will be considered as alternatives to neuroscience. Minimum of three years of experience in intraoperative monitoring or assessed as competent in all Level 1, Level 2, and Level 3 cases required. Licensure/Certification: Certification in Neurophysiologic Intraoperative Monitoring (CNIM) required. Act 33/34/73 required within 30 days of hire. UPMC offers a variety of benefit options designed to provide personal security, convenience, and assistance to you and your family. With this flexibility and choice, you can decide which options best meet your needs. Apply at www.upmc.com by following these steps; click Careers at UPMC, Start My Job Search, and follow the link to continue to search and apply for openings. Select Advanced Search and enter 1045237 in the job opening ID field. UPMC is an equal opportunity employer. Nicole Sharp sharpna@upmc.edu Position Available Date Posted - April 6, 2009 Postdoc with experience in Biochemistry We are looking for an enthusiastic Postdoc to identify and characterize in depth the functions of neuronal RNA granules in the rodent brain (Mallardo et al., 2003, PNAS: Kiebler & Bassell, 2006, Neuron). This interdisciplinary neuroscience project is an ongoing collaboration with Giulio Superti-Furga and Keiryn Bennett (CeMM, www.oeaw.ac.at/cemm), leaders in protein complex isolation from cells. The long-term goal of the project is to understand the assembly of specific RNAs into RNPs, their long-distance transport near synapses, and their contribution to learning and memory. We are looking for an enthusiastic Postdoc to identify and characterize in depth the functions of neuronal RNA granules in the rodent brain (Mallardo et al., 2003, PNAS: Kiebler & Bassell, 2006, Neuron). This interdisciplinary neuroscience project is an ongoing collaboration with Giulio Superti-Furga and Keiryn Bennett (CeMM, www.oeaw.ac.at/cemm), leaders in protein complex isolation from cells. The long-term goal of the project is to understand the assembly of specific RNAs into RNPs, their long-distance transport near synapses, and their contribution to learning and memory. We are particularly interested in highly motivated, English-speaking candidates with strong background in protein biochemistry and the isolation of proteins and protein complexes. We expect effective teamwork (1 PhD student, 1 technician) and enthusiasm in emerging technologies and interdisciplinary approaches. Competitive salary is available for three years. The position can be extended to 6 years, including promotion (Habilitation and grant submissions are encouraged). Please send your application including letter of motivation, detailed CV and contact information of two references to: michael.kiebler@meduniwien.ac.at. For more information, see: http://www.meduniwien.ac.at/kieblerlab Position Wanted Date Posted - April 6, 2009 I am a highly motivated senior at the University of Rochester who is seeking an entry level Research Assistant position in a Neuroscience laboratory for 1-2 years following graduation in May. My coursework has included classes in neuroscience, computer programming, calculus, biology, cognition, and psychology. Outside of the classroom, I have been involved with three independent research projects, which have given me experience with a variety of laboratory techniques. If you are interested, feel free to contact me, Seth Kallman, at 848-248-7716 or skallman@mail.rochester.edu. Items Needed: Dear Colleagues: Sally and I are now spending a fair amount of time in a rural community in the western highlands of Panama. There are 3 elementary schools within walking distance and several high schools. None of the children have access to computers; the high school students know about them, but even if their family has electricity, a computer with internet access is essentially a pipe dream. On the other hand, a few families (e.g, us) have fast, wireless internet service, so a young man on our farm, for whom we brought a laptop, arrives on our terrace at dusk and works furiously into the night -- the world's knowledge at his fingertips. If we had more laptops, we could have a row of such kid, and our other neighbors would undoubtedly share their internet access as well. Some fraction of you will replace your laptops over the next 6 months. If it is new enough to have built-in wireless, we would gladly deliver it to some worthy youth. Sincerely, Peter Sterling at email: peter@retina.anatomy.upenn.edu For general inquiries and information, please contact Jane Hoshi.