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Post-Doctoral Associate

University of Minnesota

Job Description

Full job description

Required Qualifications:

PhD in neuroscience, psychology, cognitive science, or a related field

Preferred Qualifications:

Strong experience in neuroimaging data acquisition, analysis, and interpretation; evidence of strong writing and communication skills; proven ability to work independently and as part of a team.

The postdoc will be working on an NIH-funded longitudinal studies of caregiver speech and infant brain development. Duties include data analysis, manuscript and grant writing, mentorship of lab trainees. This postdoc fellow will work within a large interdisciplinary team that will bring many opportunities for new collaborations. They will also have access to data from a large legacy study of infants who go on to have autism (N= 500+).

  • Conduct research using existing large-scale neuroimaging datasets.
  • Collaborate with a diverse team of researchers, including the PI, graduate students, and other postdoctoral fellows.
  • Publish research findings in high-impact peer-reviewed journals and present at scientific conferences.
  • Gain experience writing and submitting grants for institutions such as the National Institutes as Health.
  • Have the freedom to pursue your own research interests within the broader theme of cognitive developmental neuroscience, with the PI's guidance and support.

Applications must be submitted online. To be considered for this position, please click the Apply button and follow the instructions. You will have the opportunity to complete an online application for the position and attach a cover letter and resume.

Additional documents may be attached after application by accessing your "My Job Applications" page and uploading documents in the "My Cover Letters and Attachments" section.

This position will remain open until filled.

To request an accommodation during the application process, please e-mail employ@umn.edu or call (612) 624-8647.

The University recognizes and values the importance of diversity and inclusion in enriching the employment experience of its employees and in supporting the academic mission. The University is committed to attracting and retaining employees with varying identities and backgrounds.

The University of Minnesota provides equal access to and opportunity in its programs, facilities, and employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, gender, age, marital status, disability, public assistance status, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or gender expression. To learn more about diversity at the U: http://diversity.umn.edu

Any offer of employment is contingent upon the successful completion of a background check. Our presumption is that prospective employees are eligible to work here. Criminal convictions do not automatically disqualify finalists from employment.

 

The University of Minnesota, Twin Cities (UMTC)

The University of Minnesota, Twin Cities (UMTC), is among the largest public research universities in the country, offering undergraduate, graduate, and professional students a multitude of opportunities for study and research. Located at the heart of one of the nation's most vibrant, diverse metropolitan communities, students on the campuses in Minneapolis and St. Paul benefit from extensive partnerships with world-renowned health centers, international corporations, government agencies, and arts, nonprofit, and public service organizations.

At the University of Minnesota, we are proud to be recognized by the Star Tribune as a Top Workplace for 2021, as well as by Forbes as Best Employers for Women and one of America’s Best Employers (2015, 2018, 2019, 2023), Best Employer for Diversity (2019, 2020), Best Employer for New Grads (2018, 2019), and Best Employer by State (2019, 2022).

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