[Eeglablist] Open Job opportunity at the neurophysiology lab - IRCCS Fatebenefratelli, Brescia

[Marta Bortoletto]

I am happy toannounce that there is one position available at the Neurophysiology lab,IRCCS Centro San Giovanni di Dio Fatebenefratelli, to work on a project entitled“Targeting default mode network dysfunction in persons at risk of Alzheimer'sdisease with noninvasive techniques” under the supervision of dr MartaBortoletto. The project is funded by the Italian Ministry of Health and is incollaboration with dr Michela Pievani (Laboratory of Alzheimer's Neuroimagingand Epidemiology). The candidate will be asked to acquire and processneurophysiological and behavioural data; Administer TMS protocols; Take part inthe preparation of research reports, scientific articles, operational protocolsand other materials useful for dissemination. The position is available for 2years with the possibility of extension for another year.

 

Key Requirements

·    A background in a neuroscience-related field orin cognitive psychology

·    Interest in studying cortical networks and theirdisorders.

·    Skills for teamwork in a multidisciplinaryresearch group.

·    Substantial experience with conductingexperimental research, hands-on knowledge on TMS or EEG or TMS-EEGcoregistration.

·    Documented skills in at least one programminglanguage (preferably Matlab). 

·    Good command of the English language (writtenand oral).

·    Experience in neuropsychological evaluation anda strong publication record are an advantage.

 

What we offer

·    Gross salary: 23.000-27.000 euro per annum 

·    Excellent working environment

·    Opportunity to work in a motivated, skilled,inspired and supportive group 

 

To apply, please sendthe following items, as ONE PDF FILE and via email to Dr. Marta Bortoletto (marta.bortoletto at cognitiveneuroscience.it) preferably by September 1st 2020. Later applications will beconsidered until the position is filled. 

·    A letter of intent including a brief descriptionof your past and current research interests

·    Curriculum vitae including the list of yourpublication and degrees

·    Name and contact information of 2 referees thathave given availability to be contacted.

 

For furtherinformation please contact

Marta Bortoletto

IRCCS Centro SanGiovanni di Dio Fatebenefratelli 

marta.bortoletto at cognitiveneuroscience.it

 

About the employer

The IRCCS San Giovanni di Dio Fatebenefratelli is operatingsince 120 years and has been appointed and funded as national centre ofexcellence in research and care by the Italian Ministry of Health since 1996.More than 4500 patients with Alzheimer’s Dementia or associated disorders andabout 1700 patients with psychiatric diseases are treated each year. Theresearch division, besides the Cognitive Neuroscience Section, includes thelaboratories of Genetics, Neuropsychopharmacology, Neurobiology, Proteomic,Neuroimaging, Ethic and Epidemiology and employs about fifty professionalresearchers. 

The Cognitive Neuroscience Unit is provided with severalstate-of-the-art devices necessary for the application of brain stimulationtechniques (transcranial magnetic stimulation: TMS, rTMS, and transcranialelectrical stimulation: tDCS, tACS and tRNS) and for the recording and theanalysis of electrophysiological signals (EEG, EMG) as well asneuropsychological testing. The simultaneous co-registration ofelectroencephalography and TMS application is also available, field where wehave been pioneers in the national research.


Marta Bortoletto, PhD 
Neurophysiology Lab,
 IRCCS Centro San Giovanni di Dio Fatebenefratelli 
Via Pilastroni 4, 25125 Brescia, Italy 
Phone number: (+39) 0303501597 E-mail: marta.bortoletto at cognitiveneuroscience.it
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