Experienced researcher (postdoctoral position) for ITN TESIS: emergence of
we-centric space in social interaction : Parma, ITALY
Expires:
May 31, 2011
University of Parma: job description
Questions related to the development of self-conscious emotions, to disorders
involving social cognition in early psychosis, to the role of the goal encoding
in the emergence of we-centric space.
DescriptionThe Experienced Researcher (3 to at most 5 years / PhD, or 4 to at
most 5 years / no PhD) working in Parma is expected to be involved in the
investigation of critical factors for the emergence of we-centric space in
social interaction. Questions to be considered are: how the emotion expressed by
the observed agent facilitates the correct prediction of her motor intention?
how the emotional state of the observer (experimental subject) affects the
perception of the intentions behind actor's actions? what is the role of the
motor intentionality in the emergence of we-centric space in social interaction?
The research method used in the project will be high-density EEG (128 channels).
Experience in biological signal analysis, with focus on EEG is requested. Source
localization analysis experience and programming skills (Matlab) are welcome.
BenefitsThe Department of Neuroscience in Parma has an international reputation
for research in neuroscience, including neuroanatomy, cognitive neurophysiology,
brain imaging and developmental psychology. The center has for years been
working on various projects pertaining to the role of the role of the cortical
motor system in fundamental cognitive processes (action recognition,
imitation).The employed fellows will participate actively in an initial training
network with expertise in the investigation of intersubjectivity and embodiment.
This international network is funded by the European Commission FP7 and provides
ideal research and training opportunities during a three year training programme
consisting of high impact workshops, summer schools and conferences.
Additional Job Detailshttp//www.TESIS-ITN.eu
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