Jobs & Student Opportunities

Latest postings May 15:

- Research Assistantship: Auditory Neuroscience Lab, Northwestern University

Further details below.

-----------------------------------------

Research Assistantship: Auditory Neuroscience Lab, Northwestern University

The Auditory Neuroscience Lab at Northwestern University, Nina Kraus PI, is looking for an R.A. starting this summer. Please see brainvolts.northwestern.edu for a description of the Lab and an overview of its many projects involving neurocognition, music, hearing in noise, development and more. The position will involve hands-on testing of participants, especially children from 3 to 17, as well as data processing and analysis, and general support to lab personnel and students.  Some background in neurophysiology, both data collection and analysis, is preferred as well as proficiency in Microsoft Office applications. Background in Matlab, SPSS and E-Prime is a plus. Please send resume, letters of recommendation and a short statement about why the Kraus Lab is a good fit for you to nkraus <at> northwestern.edu.

-----------------------------------------

Technical Assistant in the McDermott Lab, Department of Brain and Cognitive Sciences, MIT

RESPONSIBILITIES: Designing, programming, and conducting behavioral experiments; analyzing data; participant outreach and recruitment; implementation and maintenance of analysis software and computational models; technical support for lab personnel; participation in reading groups and research seminars; and some basic administrative duties including ordering equipment, tracking supplies, etc. Will be encouraged to take an active role in scientific research. The position is ideal for individuals considering future graduate study in cognitive science or neuroscience.

REQUIREMENTS: A bachelor's degree in cognitive science, neuroscience, computer science, engineering, physics, or math; strong math, statistics, and computer skills (e.g., MATLAB, Python, shell scripting); substantial programming experience, including experience using HTML/CSS/JavaScript and experience implementing simple web sites; Macintosh and Windows troubleshooting skills and comfort in a Unix environment; good people skills; and evidence of serious interest in a career in cognitive science or neuroscience. We seek an organized, self-motivated, independent, and reliable individual who is able to multitask efficiently in a fast-paced environment. Must be able to work as part of a team. Research experience in cognitive science or neuroscience would be helpful, especially experience conducting behavioral experiments in human subjects.

To apply, please follow the instructions at this link: http://sh.webhire.com/servlet/av/jd?ai=631&ji=2681090&sn=I

-----------------------------------------

Lectureship/Senior Lectureship at the Sonic Arts Research Centre, Queen's University Belfast

The Sonic Arts Research Centre is looking to appoint a full time, permanent member of academic staff. This position is an opportunity to contribute to the interdisciplinary research team at the Sonic Arts Research Centre, School of Creative Arts, Queen's University Belfast. The aim of this post is to produce high-quality research and publications and to undertake undergraduate and postgraduate teaching in the area of research expertise and other technical areas across the curriculum. Relevant fields of research expertise include digital signal processing for audio, digital music processing, spatial audio, performance technologies, HCI, software design, recording and production. The successful candidate is expected to contribute to the development of links between the arts and the sciences in the context of the creative industries.
The postholder will be based at the Sonic Arts Research Centre and will contribute to the curriculum of the BSc Music Technology and Sonic Arts, the MA Sonic Arts and will be involved in PhD supervision.

Informal enquires can be directed to Mr Chris Corrigan (c.corrigan <at> qub.ac.uk). Closing Date: Monday 20 May 2013

-----------------------------------------

MARCS Institute. The following positions are currently available within our Music Cognition and Action Program:

· Ref 276/13 Research Lectureship in Music Perception and Cognition (2 Positions)

· Ref 275/13 Postdoctoral Research Fellowship in Music Cognition and Computation

· Ref 277/13 Senior Research Lectureship/Research Lectureship in Cognitive Science and Music

Successful applicants are expected to be developing a strong international standing and research reputation.

The MARCS Institute is an internationally acclaimed interdisciplinary research institute of the University of Western Sydney. Research at MARCS is conducted in five interdisciplinary research
programs: Speech & Language, Music Cognition & Action, Bioelectronics & Neuroscience, Multisensory Processing, and Human Machine Interaction. For further information please refer to:
http://marcs.uws.edu.au/

More information about each of these positions and details on how to apply can be found below and at: http://careers.uws.edu.au/Current-Vacancies

Closing Date: 19 May 2013

-----------------------------------------
Research Lectureship in Music Perception and Cognition (2 Positions), MARCS Institute

We are seeking two such eager and progressive scholars to take on these Research Lectureships. The successful applicants are expected to be developing a strong international standing and
research reputation, and an excellent research background in cognitive and motor processes as well as brain mechanisms, that underpin interpersonal coordination in musical contexts using a
combination of behavioural methods, computational modelling, and neurophysiological techniques.

Both positions are full time, fixed term appointments for a period of 3 years based on our Bankstown campus.

Position Enquiries: Professor Kate Stevens, 02 9722 6324, or email kj.stevens <at> uws.edu.au

Closing Date: 19 May 2013

-----------------------------------------
Postdoctoral Research Fellowship in Music Cognition and Computation, MARCS Institute

We seek an enthusiastic, forward thinking, and innovative scholar with the potential to win competitive research income and an excellent publication record. The successful applicant is
expected to be developing a strong international standing and research reputation and an excellent research background in the area of experimental cognitive psychology, or computational
cognitive modelling, with relevance to music.

This is a full time, fixed term appointment for a period of 3 years based on our Bankstown campus.

Position Enquiries: Professor Roger Dean, 02 9722 6902, or email roger.dean <at> uws.edu.au

Closing Date: 19 May 2013

-----------------------------------------
Senior Research Lecturership/Research Lecturership in Cognitive Science and Music, MARCS Institute

We seek a forward thinking, self-motivated academic to be appointed to this Research Lectureship. The successful applicant is expected to be developing a strong international standing and
research reputation, and an excellent research background in the area of perception and production of rhythm; development and modelling of ensemble skills; perception of intensity and
loudness and their relation to affect; improvisation; or learning and performing complex action sequences using behavioural methods, computational modelling, and/or neurophysiological
techniques.

This position is a full time, fixed term appointment for a period of 3 years based on our Bankstown campus.

Position Enquiries: Associate Professor Peter Keller, 02 9722 6722, or email p.keller <at> uws.edu.au

Closing Date: 19 May 2013