Title: Graduate studentship in decision-making: Dept. of physiology, University of Montréal, laboratory of Paul Cisek.
Applications are invited for a master's or doctoral studentship in cognitive neuroscience. The successful applicant will join a research group studying the cerebral cortical mechanisms of decision-making in humans and non-human primates using a combination of computational and experimental techniques. Research in our laboratory involves computational models of the nervous system as well as behavioral experiments, transcranial magnetic stimulation, functional magnetic resonance imaging, and multi-electrode recording from the cerebral cortex. Depending on the applicant's qualifications and interests, they will help to design and conduct behavioral and neurophysiological experiments, analyze data, develop theoretical models of neural systems, prepare manuscripts for publication, and participate in international conferences. See www.cisek.org/pavel for information on current projects and a list of sample publications.
While students with a strong background in mathematics, computer science, or biological sciences are particularly encouraged to apply, all motivated students with an interest in understanding the brain will be considered. The successful applicant will receive a competitive salary in accordance with university guidelines. For further information, please contact Dr. Paul Cisek (paul.cisek [ à ] umontreal.ca). Applicants are asked to submit a curriculum vita, a transcript of previous studies, and the names and contact information of two references, to:
Dr. Paul Cisek
Department of physiology
University of Montréal
C.P. 6128 Succursale Centre-ville
Montréal, QC H3C 3J7, CANADA
Phone : 514-343-6111 x4355
Web : www.cisek.org/pavel
email: paul.cisek [ à ] umontreal.ca
Applications will be accepted until the position is filled, with an emphasis on applications received before April 8, 2011.
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