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One post-doctoral research fellow position is available, starting this summer, to work on a foundation-funded study of links between attention, motivation and health across adulthood and old age. The post-doc will be especially involved in the at-home eye-tracking part of the study. There will be a lot of opportunity for skill development in terms of eye tracking and data analysis. The full ad and link for applications can be found at:  https://neu.peopleadmin.com/postings/60951 If you have any questions, please email Derek Isaacowitz at dmi@neu.edu .

Postdoctoral Associate position The Marsh Lab at Duke University ( https://www.marshmemorylab.com/ ) seeks a motivated Postdoctoral Associate for a position that is partially funded through a grant from the Office of Naval Research. The project bridges the fields of attention (i.e., how people detect a particular class of items, such as how a TSA agent detects dangerous items in baggage), categorization, and memory.  Because the Marsh lab is focused on memory research, we seek someone with expertise in attention or categorization or object recognition who is also interested in learning and memory.   The ideal candidate will have a Ph.D. in Psychology or Cognitive Science, and a track record of publications in peer-reviewed journals. The ideal candidate will be able to successfully juggle multiple projects, make connections across research areas, and to teach skills to graduate students and undergraduates. Expected skills include: programming, MTurk data collection, data analysis.  Machine learning knowledge is desirable but not required. Responsibilities will include collaborating on the development of research questions, stimuli creation, programming experiments, data collection and analysis, manuscript and grant preparation, IRB submissions, and the supervision of students and research assistants.  This position will provide the opportunity to interact with scientists across Duke, including a rich community of memory researchers, a large cognitive neuroscience community, and machine learning experts. This position has full benefits and salary will be determined based on current NIH scales. The initial appointment will be for one year, with renewal based on continuation of grant support and success in the position. Review of candidates will begin seven days after the job posts to academic jobs online, until the position is filled. The start date is summer 2019, with some flexibility in the exact date.  Applicants should upload the following to academicjobsonline.org:  a curriculum vitae, a cover letter, three selected reprints/preprints, and contact information for three references. Duke is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer committed to providing employment opportunity without regard to an individual's age, color, disability, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, or veteran status. Duke makes good faith efforts to recruit, hire, and promote qualified women, minorities, individuals with disabilities, and veterans.

The Alcohol Research Group, in association with the University of California Berkeley, School of Public Health, is currently accepting applications for two-year postdoctoral fellowships sponsored by the National Institute on Alcohol Abuse and Alcoholism (NIAAA) for research training in alcohol studies. Fellowships at ARG provide research training in the study of alcohol use and problems, and are oriented toward the pursuit of basic and applied socio-behavioral and epidemiological research.  Training focuses specifically on study of the prevalence, distribution, etiology, and treatment (both formal and informal) of alcohol use disorders and related problems.  However, some focus is devoted to drug use and drug-related problems.  Health disparities are a central theme of both our training program and ARG broadly. Current NIH annual stipends range from $50,004 to $54,756, depending on experience, along with health insurance and travel funds.  Additional employment is often available. Applicants must be either a U.S. citizen or a permanent resident in order to apply.  Please visit out website at http://www.arg.org/training  for more information about our training program and how to apply.

The Austerweil Lab at University of Wisconsin-Madison is looking to hire a full-time Research Specialist. The position will begin July 1st, 2019 and last for one year. Project: Alzheimer’s disease is a debilitating neurodegenerative disease that imposes a huge burden on individuals, families, and the US healthcare system. Yet early diagnosis of the disease remains a difficult challenge. We have designed naturalistic cognitive behavioral tests related to memory and language to predict Alzheimer's disease and Mild Cognitive Impairment during early phases of the disease. We will validate these tests by comparing performance on these tests to performance on existing neurpsychological tests and biomarker data. We will track individuals longitudinally to measure variability and rate of decline. Duties may include: - Implement web experiments in Javascript, Qualtrics, or similar - Recruit, schedule, and run participants (online and in-person) - Perform literature reviews - Data cleaning and preliminary data analyses - Writing internal progress reports and abstracts/manuscripts for submission to conferences Requirements: - BA or BS in Psychology, Cognitive Science, Neuroscience, or other related field - Experience with subject recruitment (some undergrad experience is sufficient). Previous work with elderly or clinical population is preferred, but not necessary. - Must have basic data science skills -- minimum Excel, but basic programming skills is preferred (R/Python especially). - Good communication and organizational skills. Application link: https://jobs.hr.wisc.edu/en-us/job/501003/research-specialist Questions:  austerweil@wisc.edu  and  zemla@wisc.edu

  CLINICAL-RESEARCH POST-DOCTORAL POSITION AT THE UNIVERSITY OF PITTSBURGH, SCHOOL OF MEDICINE, DEPARTMENT OF PSYCHIATRY: This is a broad-span, multifaceted opportunity to study the life-long impact of very early-onset depressive disorders  on subsequent mental health, psychosocial functioning, and cardiovascular status in families in both USA and overseas cohorts. A major focus is on the role of maladaptive emotion regulation and its relationship to psychophysiology in the onset and maintenance of these disorders. Our newest project with young and middle aged adults also examines how autonomic nervous system processes and decision making tendencies contribute to long-term affect regulatory profiles by implementing a neuro-economic approach to decision making. Post-doc training opportunities include attendance in Departmental seminars, learning about cardiac psychophysiology (autonomic nervous system processes) and its assessment, and improving skills relevant to producing scientific articles and grant applications. The successful applicant will be expected to play an active and leading role in data analyses and publications. He/she also will be responsible for coordinating psychiatric diagnostic assessments, conducting some research clinical interviews with adults, and arriving at DSM diagnoses. If appropriate, he/she also can receive clinical supervision that can be used toward license certification. Duties may include additional tasks and span multiple projects. Requirements are: doctorate in clinical psychology or related field, 3+ years of clinical exposure including experience with standardized diagnostic assessment procedures, preferably in psychiatric settings with adults; experience in an academic clinical research setting; some familiarity with psychophysiology; and familiarity with the clinical and experimental literature on depression. Excellent communication, problem-solving, time management, and writing skills are essential. A multi-year commitment is expected. Qualified candidates (USA citizen, green card holder or work permit eligible) may submit their CV and three (3) letters of recommendation via email: to kovacs@pitt.edu or by mail to Dr. Maria Kovacs, Childhood Depression Research Program, 3811 O’Hara Street, Pittsburgh, PA  15213. Applicants will be considered until the position is filled. The University of Pittsburgh is an Affirmative-Action and Equal Opportunity employer.

The Social Cognitive & Neural Sciences Lab at New York University, directed by Jon Freeman, is considering applications for a post-doctoral associate starting in Fall 2019. The post-doc will contribute to several programs of research in the lab investigating the cognitive and neural mechanisms involved in person perception, social decision-making, and emotion. The lab uses a variety of techniques, including functional neuroimaging, real-time behavioral techniques (e.g., mouse-tracking;  http://www.mousetracker.org ), and computational modeling. More information on the lab's research can be found at  http://psych.nyu.edu/freemanlab . The position is designed for a talented and productive researcher with a PhD in psychology, neuroscience, or a related field, who takes innovative approaches to the study of social cognitive processes and their neural basis. This opportunity provides a transition to career independence through the development of professional skills; supervision by a faculty mentor incorporating an individual development plan in support of training goals; and publication of research findings/scholarship during the post-doc appointment period. The position involves conducting research and performing experiments; analyzing data; preparing and presenting reports of research results; and assisting and supervising the work of other lab members. To apply please visit -  http://apply.interfolio.com/61154 If you have questions, please email Jon Freeman ( jon.freeman@nyu.edu ). NYU is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to a policy of equal treatment and opportunity in every aspect of its recruitment and hiring process without regard to age, alienage, caregiver status, childbirth, citizenship status, color, creed, disability, domestic violence victim status, ethnicity, familial status, gender and/or gender identity or expression, marital status, military status, national origin, parental status, partnership status, predisposing genetic characteristics, pregnancy, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, unemployment status, veteran status, or any other legally protected basis. Women, racial and ethnic minorities, persons of minority sexual orientation or gender identity, individuals with disabilities, and veterans are encouraged to apply for vacant positions at all levels.

The laboratory of Dr. Ferrarelli at the University of Pittsburgh has an opening for a postdoctoral researcher. The goal of the research is to investigate the neurobiology of psychiatric disorders, and especially schizophrenia and related disorders, employing neurophysiological and neuroimaging techniques. These techniques include high-density (hd)-EEG, Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation (TMS), fMRI, and 7T Magnetic Resonance Spectroscopy Imaging (MRSI), applied both during wakefulness and sleep. Our lab ( www.pynel.pitt.edu ) recently utilized some of these techniques to identify several putative biomarkers in patients with chronic schizophrenia, and you will be involved in novel studies assessing these biomarkers in early course psychosis and individuals at clinical high risk for schizophrenia and related disorders. Some of these biomarkers have been associated to memory, plasticity, and general cognitive ability, and tend to predict post-learning performance improvement in healthy individuals. Thus, by collecting these measures in adolescents and young adults, our studies could not only significantly contribute to an early detection and assessment of the level of risk for psychosis, but could also contribute to elucidate some of the neural circuits and mechanisms underlying learning and memory in the normally developing brain. This position is therefore ideal for candidates who are interested in employing a multi-modal imaging approach to characterize brain circuits implicated in risk for psychosis and related cognitive dysfunctions during a critical phase of brain maturation. It will also provide the opportunity to spend time in Pittsburgh, one of the most livable and vibrant cities in the country, and to work in the Department of Psychiatry, a unique environment for young researchers to foster collaboration, be productive, and develop an independent program of research. Applicants should send a CV and a statement of interest to the PI. Candidate Profile: 1) Ph.D. in neuroscience, psychology, biology, physics, mathematics or other neuroscience-related disciplines 2) Preferred experience in one or more of the above-mentioned techniques 3) One or more first-author publications in an international, peer-reviewed neuroscience journal 4) Strong data-analysis and programming skills (MATLAB, C, R, MNE-Python, or related programming languages) 5) Proficient in spoken and written English

Job Summary: The Institute of Cognitive Science (ICS) at the University of Colorado Boulder anticipates hiring a full time postdoctoral fellow starting Summer/Fall 2019 for one year and renewable for a second year. This position will work with Dr. Sidney D’Mello https://www.colorado.edu/ics/sidney-dmello and will play a collaborative and co-leadership role in a vibrant research team encompassing researchers in Computer Science, Cognitive Science, Psychology/Neuroscience, and Education.   Who We Are: The Institute of Cognitive Science (ICS) fosters rich scientific interchange across researchers from a broad range of disciplines including Artificial Intelligence, Linguistics, Psychology, Neuroscience, Computer Science, Philosophy, and Education. The mission of the Institute of Cognitive Science at CU-Boulder is to understand and enhance human cognition, learning, and development through the creation of interdisciplinary partnerships.    What Your Key Responsibilities Will Be: Collaborate on research projects that use mixed methodologies (e.g., eye tracking, controlled experiments, observational studies) to advance understanding on how socio-cognitive-affective states (e.g., mind wandering, boredom, turn taking, joint attention) arise and influence outcomes across a range of interaction contexts (e.g., reading, collaborative problem solving, educational games) from data collected in the lab, online, and in the field.   The position offers a unique postdoctoral training experience and unsurpassed publishing opportunities within multi-disciplinary, multi-institution, grant-funded projects. The candidate will be encouraged to publish extensively, advance his/her own research program, develop advanced technical skills, strengthen his/her research portfolios, develop leadership skills, and gain expertise in authoring grant proposals.        What You Should Know: 2-year position. Initial contract is for one year (providing renewal after 6-month probationary period). Second year contract is based on performance and extension to a third year is possible. Start date is negotiable, but anticipated for Summer/Fall 2019. The position includes a competitive salary commensurate with experience and full benefits.    Benefits The University of Colorado offers excellent  benefits , including medical, dental, retirement, paid time off, tuition benefit and ECO Pass. The University of Colorado Boulder is one of the largest employers in Boulder County and offers an inspiring higher education environment. Learn more about the  University of Colorado Boulder .   What We Require: Ph.D. in Cognitive Science, Cognitive Psychology, or Cognitive Neuroscience at the time of appointment Research experience in one or more of the following areas (affective science, small group interactions, discourse analysis, educational games). Strong writing skills and ability to conduct independent research as evidenced by first author publications.   What We Would Like You To Have: Advanced analytic skills (e.g., generalized linear mixed models, nonlinear time series analyses, Bayesian statistics, machine learning). Basic scripting/programming skills (e.g., R, Python). Experience mentoring graduate and undergraduate students.   Application instructions: To apply, please submit the following materials through   CU Boulder Jobs : Resume/CV Cover Letter PDF Sample of Work: Two representative publications. During the application process you will need to enter contact information for three references and we will request letters of recommendation and additional materials, if needed, as the search progresses.   Review of applications will begin immediately and will continue until the position is filled.   Note: Application materials will not be accepted via email. For consideration, applications must be submitted through CU Boulder Jobs < https://jobs.colorado.edu/jobs/JobDetail/?jobId=15893&emailCampaignId=168 >.     =================================== Be Accomplished. Be Resourceful. Be Boulder. https://www.colorado.edu/ics/

Bowdoin College’s Psychology Department invites applications for two one-year postdoctoral teaching appointments to begin July 1, 2019: one in the area of Social Psychology, and one open to any subdiscipline. Experience in both research and teaching preferred. Teaching responsibilities for each position consist of three courses: two to be taught in the fall and one in the spring.  The four fall courses include a laboratory class in social psychology; research methods; data analysis; and introduction to psychology.  Spring courses are yet to be determined. Successful candidates will demonstrate a strong commitment to undergraduate liberal arts education and a readiness to involve undergraduates in their research. The successful candidates must have PhD in hand by June 30, 2019.  Applicants for these fellowships must have completed their PhD no earlier than January 1, 2015, If they do not yet have their PhD in hand, they must provide documentation from their home institution confirming that they will receive that degree by no later than June 30, 2019. The appointments each carry a stipend of $55,000 plus benefits. In addition, each position carries a $4,000 research and travel fund plus support to attend professional conferences. We welcome applications from candidates committed to the instruction and support of a diverse student population and those who will enrich and contribute to the College’s ethnic and cultural diversity. We value a community in which students of all backgrounds are warmly welcomed and encouraged to succeed. In your application materials, we encourage you to address how your teaching, scholarship, and/or mentorship may support our commitment to diversity and inclusion. Bowdoin College accepts only electronic submissions. Please visit https://careers.bowdoin.edu to submit a letter of application, a CV, and the names and contact information for three references who have agreed to provide letters of recommendation upon request. Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled. Founded in 1794 on the Maine coast, Bowdoin is one of the oldest and most selective coeducational, residential liberal arts colleges in the country. Located in Brunswick, a 30-minute drive north of Portland, the College is in an area rich with natural beauty and year-round outdoor activities. Bowdoin’s reputation rests on the excellence of its faculty and students, intimate size, strong sense of community, and commitment to diversity (32.7% students of color, 6% international students and approximately 15% first generation college students). Bowdoin College complies with applicable provisions of federal and state laws that prohibit unlawful discrimination in employment, admission, or access to its educational or extracurricular programs, activities, or facilities based on race, color, ethnicity, ancestry and national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, age, marital status, place of birth, genetic predisposition, veteran status, or against qualified individuals with physical or mental disabilities on the basis of disability, or any other legally protected statuses. For further information about the College and our department, please visit our website: http://www.bowdoin.edu .

Applicants with i) a strong background in functional MRI analyses (experience with functional connectivity analyses is preferred);  ii) a solid foundation in machine learning techniques;  iii) strong programming skills (preferably Python); are called to participate in an NSF-funded project on the fMRI correlates of individual differences in cognitive ability and personality. The position will involve analysis of large-sample databases, including behavioral data and fMRI data, to predict and possibly revise the constructs of personality and cognitive ability. The overarching aim is to develop a neuroscience-informed psychology that tracks the causal relations between the brain and behavior. Appointment is contingent upon completion of a PhD and relevant research experience that includes the tools and topics listed above. Salary is commensurate with experience. The position is available immediately and will run for a period of up to five years.  Interested candidates should send a CV, 1-page statement of research interests, up to two published papers, and names and emails of two potential references to: Ralph Adolphs [ radolphs@caltech.edu ] and/or Julien Dubois [ jcrdubois@gmail.com ] or Search Chair, Postdoc in Neuroimaging & Machine Learning, Division of the Humanities and Social Sciences, Caltech 228-77, Pasadena, CA 91125.  We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, or national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

The University of Vermont’s Center on Behavior and Health announces an NIH postdoctoral research fellowship opportunity in our internationally recognized center of excellence for the study of substance abuse. The fellow will participate in the conduct of an ongoing NIDA/FDA-funded trials on the use of tobacco in vulnerable populations, including pregnant women, as well as develop new research opportunities in related areas. The mentoring team has an exceptional track record of helping fellows further their careers as independent investigators. Eligibility: Applicants must have completed their training in psychology, behavior analysis, or a related discipline. Trainees are selected on the basis of scholastic record and commitment to a career in tobacco research.   Individuals must be highly motivated, possess initiative and a desire to learn and expand their interests and expertise. Experience with behavioral economics is highly valued. There may be additional application requirements if you are a non-US citizen or non-permanent resident. Appointment:  2-3 yrs. Benefits: Stipend, medical insurance coverage, and travel funds supported by NIH Institutional Training Awards. To apply: Send application form ( downloaded from VCBH website ), a cover letter, curriculum vitae, statement of research interests, and 3 letters of reference to: Dr. Sarah Heil c/o Ms. Marissa Palmer (marissa.palmer@uvm.edu). About us: The VCBH was established in 2013, sponsored in part by a Centers of Biomedical Research Excellence (COBRE) Award from the National Institute on General Medical Sciences and a Tobacco Center on Regulatory Science (TCORS) Award from the National Institute on Drug Abuse. The VCBH resides within the College of Medicine at the University of Vermont, with the director and administrative offices being located within the Department of Psychiatry, and participating investigators, collaborators, and advisors across 15 academic departments in the College of Medicine and 7 colleges within UVM and 5 other universities. The VCBH is further strengthened by interdisciplinary collaborations with key community healthcare leaders and distinguished scientific advisory panels. The focus of the VCBH is on investigating relationships between personal behaviors and risk for chronic disease and premature death, with a specific focus on understanding mechanisms underpinning risk, and developing effective interventions and policies to promote healthy behavior. For more information:  Contact Ms. Marissa Palmer, marissa.palmer@uvm.edu or see our website . Burlington, Vermont is located in the beautiful Lake Champlain region, surrounded by the Green and Adirondack Mountains. It is a great place for families, boasting excellent schools and year-round recreational opportunities. It is home to the University of Vermont and many other colleges that provide an academically stimulating and culturally rich environment. Montreal and Boston are within easy driving distances.

Opportunity: Circles of Care, Inc. is currently accepting applications to fill a one-year, postdoctoral residency position starting in August / September 2019. Site: Circles of Care is a not-for-profit, comprehensive behavioral healthcare system. The organization includes five inpatient units, three outpatient facilities, residential programs, and numerous programs which serve the community of Brevard County, Florida. Circles of Care inpatient units have approximately 120 licensed, inpatient beds, including acute mental health, crisis stabilization, chemical detoxification, substance abuse residential, and children crisis stabilization programs. Circles of Care is accredited by the Joint Commission of Accreditation for Health Care Organizations, is an approved Medicare and Medicaid provider, and has contracts with numerous managed care companies. Position: The postdoctoral residents will primarily provide inpatient services in the crisis stabilization inpatient hospitals. The residents will represent the psychology department in several multidisciplinary teams, provide psychological services with a strong emphasis on group therapy and psychological testing, supervise doctoral-level practicum students, and engage in other professional opportunities afforded a professional psychologist. The residents will serve primarily, but not exclusively, adults and elderly persons in Brevard County. The residents will have the opportunity to work with individuals who experience acute and chronic mental illness that represent a wide range of psychiatric diagnoses, including mood disorders, PTSD, psychotic disorders, personality disorders, and substance use disorders. The positions are for one year and meet all of the requirements of a postdoctoral residency necessary for licensure in the State of Florida. The stipend for the year is $36,200. Supervision is included.