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diaz
BIAC Alum
USA
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 Posted - Aug 14 2013 : 11:17:03 AM
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Applications are invited for post-doctoral positions using cognitive behavioral and neuroimaging (fMRI) methods to study cognitive changes in people with vision loss due to age-related macular degeneration (AMD). Individuals will work with Drs. Heather Whitson, David Madden, Nan-Kuei Chen, Michele Diaz, and/or Guy Potter. Our primary research goals are to understand the cognitive processes that underlie poor verbal fluency in patients with AMD and to shed light on the reason(s) for cognitive impairment in this population. We will obtain data from persons with AMD as well as age-matched control subjects, and we will examine the relationship between cognitive behavior and measures of resting-state functional connectivity and white matter integrity among certain regions in the brain. State-of-the-art scanning and data analysis facilities are available and proximally located.
This position will provide exposure to multidisciplinary, translational neuroscience and clinical research. The ideal post-doc candidate would have a strong background in MRI data analysis and programming and/or cognitive neuroscience research (particularly involving language or visual pathways). Candidates with experience in both MRI research as well as cognitive neuroscience are especially encouraged to apply. The ability to communicate effectively with a multi-disciplinary team of investigators, staff, and participants is essential. Salary will be determined by the current NIH postdoctoral scale. To apply, please send a statement of research interests/experience, CV, sample publications, and at least 3 references to Dr. Heather Whitson (heather.whitson@duke.edu). Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled. Duke is an Equal-Opportunity/Affirmative-Action Employer. Women and minorities are encouraged to apply.
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Edited by - diaz on Aug 14 2013 11:32:59 AM |
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post-doc in the fMRI of macular degeneration
