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Apply for Job Job ID362365 LocationTwin Cities Job FamilyAcademic Full/Part TimeFull-Time Regular/TemporaryRegular Job Code9546 Employee ClassAcad Prof and Admin Add to Favorite Jobs Email this Job About the Job The Noel Lab (noel-lab.org) in the Department of Neuroscience at the University of Minnesota (Minneapolis) is seeking to hire a Post-Doctoral Associate (expectation for 2-3 years). The ideal candidate will be a recent (or about to) graduate with a Ph.D. in Neuroscience, Psychology, Cognitive Science, Biomedical Engineering, or a related field. The candidate will interact with colleagues from the Masonic Institute for the Developing Brain (https://midb.umn.edu/) and will take the lead within the Noel Lab in conducting human EEG experiments both in neurotypical and divergent (e.g., autism) adults, adolescents, and children. Ideally the candidate will have an interest in perception, multisensory integration, the Bayesian brain, computational psychiatry or neuroscience, and would intellectually benefit from being in a multi-disciplinary environment with access to single cell recordings in animal models. The candidate will be (at least partially) supported by a T32 training grant and thus will benefit from programmatic career development opportunities. The ideal candidate will seek to further their training and scientific contributions in cognitive and computational neuroscience/psychiatry. Job Responsibilities: - Design behavioral and EEG experiments in consultation with Lab PI - Implement and troubleshooting of experimental setup, in consultation with Lab Engineer. - Professional conduct and responsible data collection in neurotypical and divergent populations (behavior, EEG). - Data analysis and modeling - Preparation of scientific presentations and manuscripts Salary Range: $61,008/year minimum, with potential for negotiation. Starting Date: August 15th - November 15th, or as negotiated with selected candidate. Qualifications Required Qualifications: Minimum: - Ph.D. in Neuroscience, Psychology, Cognitive Science, Biomedical Engineering, or related field. - Ability to communicate science in English, best demonstrated by a track record of peer-reviewed publications and/or oral presentation. Preferred: - Experience with electroencephalography (EEG) and/or eye-tracking - Interest and ability in computational techniques (e.g., Bayesian modeling, neural networks) - Interest and/or prior experience in working with neurodivergent populations About the Department Neuroscience is the scientific study of the nervous system. It is an interdisciplinary science that collaborates with other fields such as chemistry, computer science, engineering, linguistics, mathematics, medicine and allied disciplines, philosophy, physics, and psychology. The Department of Neuroscience is committed to providing excellence in research, education, and public service. The Department of Neuroscience is part of the University of Minnesota's Medical School. Benefits Working at the University At the University of Minnesota, you'll find a flexible work environment and supportive colleagues who are interested in lifelong learning. We prioritize work-life balance, allowing you to invest in the future of your career and in your life outside of work. The University also offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes: Competitive wages, paid holidays, and generous time off Continuous learning opportunities through professional training and degree-seeking programs supported by the Regents Tuition Benefit Program Low-cost medical, dental, and pharmacy plans Healthcare and dependent care flexible spending accounts University HSA contributions Disability and employer-paid life insurance Employee wellbeing program Excellent retirement plans with employer contribution Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) opportunity Financial counseling services Employee Assistance Program with eight sessions of counseling at no cost Employee Transit Pass with free or reduc d rates in the Twin Cities metro area Please visit the Office of Human Resources website for more information regarding benefits. 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