Postdoctoral Research Associate – Cognitive Axon Lab – Dietrich College

About the role

Carnegie Mellon University's Cognitive Axon Lab, within the Department of Psychology and the Carnegie Mellon Neuroscience Institute, invites applications for a multi-year Postdoctoral Research Associate position. This is an exciting opportunity for a highly motivated researcher who thrives in a collaborative, intellectually stimulating, and challenging environment. This position is supported by a Collaborative Research in Computational Neuroscience (CRCNS) grant and will focus on computational approaches to understanding neural systems and brain function.

Responsibilities

• Focus on decision-making, linking computational models and mathematical analysis to human and rodent data
• Collect and analyze data
• Conduct research experiments
• Lab maintenance, including equipment maintenance and ordering supplies may be required depending on area and specialty
• Other duties as assigned

Requirements

Qualifications: PhD in areas covering computational neuroscience (e.g., neuroscience, mathematics, cognitive science, computer science), or a related discipline required. Preferred experience in computing, in dynamical systems, and in computational neuroscience. A combination of education and relevant experience from which comparable knowledge is demonstrated may be considered.

Benefits

Joining the CMU team opens the door to an array of exceptional benefits. Benefits eligible employees enjoy a wide array of benefits including comprehensive medical, prescription, dental, and vision insurance as well as a generous retirement savings program with employer contributions. Unlock your potential with tuition benefits, take well-deserved breaks with ample paid time off and observed holidays, and rest easy with life and accidental death and disability insurance. Additional perks include a free Pittsburgh Regional Transit bus pass, access to our Family Concierge Team to help navigate childcare needs, fitness center access, and much more!

Pay

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Schedule

Carnegie Mellon University is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Disability/Veteran.