Spain: PhD Positions in Cognitive Neuroscience of Multisensory Integration, Parc CientÃfic of University of Barcelona
Applications are invited for a full-time post-doctoral research position in the Group of Attention, Action and Perception (http://www.pcb.ub.es/homepcb/live/en/p2153.asp) at the Parc CientÃfic of University of Barcelona (Spain). The positions are funded through BRAINGLOT, a Spanish Research Network on Bilingualism and Cognitive Neuroscience (Consolider-Ingenio 2010 Scheme, Spanish Ministry of Science and Education).
Project
The project brings together the efforts of several research groups spanning different scientific disciplines with the common purpose of addressing the phenomenon of bilingualism. The project is conceived with an open and multidisciplinary vocation, as one of its major anchor points places the stress on the mutual influence (both in terms of cognitive and neural processes) between bilingualism and other functions such as auditory perception, multisensory integration, and the executive control attention. This is an excellent opportunity to start an academic career for those interested in the fields of psychology, neurobiology, cognitive neuroscience or related disciplines. These positions are available mainly to conduct studies on multisensory integration using behavioural/psychophysical methods, human electrophysiology and/or neuroimaging.
Candidate Profile
We are seeking highly motivated applicants with an interest in the Cognitive Neurosciences and who have (or are close to have) a degree in Psychology, Life Sciences, or related fields. Essential to the post are good communication and writing skills. Some experience with psychophysics, behavioral, neuropsychology, ERPs or other neuroimaging methodologies will be valued. Applicants from outside the EU are welcome to apply but must qualify for a valid visa.
Conditions
- Position: The positions are funded for 4 years
- Starting date: Beginning of 2008
How to apply
Applicants should send:
- Curriculum Vitae
- Qualifications
- The names and contact details of 2 academic referees
- Short letter describing your scientific interests
For informal enquiries about the position and applications, please contact Salvador Soto-Faraco. salvador.soto[ at ]icrea.es, ( http://www.ub.es/pbasic/sppb/ingl/cv/salvas.htm ). Applications will be accepted until the position is filled. Please, mention that you are applying for a PhD position in the email subject.
