Postdoctoral Associate

Postdoctoral Associate

Georgetown University : Medical Center : School of Medicine : Neurology

Location : Medical Center

Open Date : Apr 10, 2025

Deadline : Description

A postdoc position is available in the Visual Perception and Plasticity (VPP) lab , led by Dr. Tina Liu, in the Department of Neurology at Georgetown University Medical Center. The VPP lab studies neuroplasticity in both healthy and clinical populations across the lifespan, with a focus on vision.

The postdoctoral researcher will play a key role in studies that integrate psychophysics / visual behavior, eye tracking, functional and structural MRI, transcranial electrical stimulation, and computational modeling.

Georgetown University has a vibrant neuroscience community with over fifty labs participating in the Interdisciplinary Program in Neuroscience and several relevant research centers, including Center for Brain Plasticity and Recovery and Center for Neuroengineering .

As of July 2024, the salary range for all Postdoctoral Fellows is $61,008 - 70,000. Years of experience will be a significant contributing factor in the salary decision. GUMC references the National Research Service Award (NRSA) Stipends, Tuition / Fees and Other Budgetary Levels to benchmark appropriate salaries for the Postdoctoral Fellows.

Qualifications

The ideal candidate will hold a PhD in Cognitive Neuroscience, Psychology, Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field, with a strong theoretical and technical background in vision research. Proficiency in programming (MATLAB or Python) and experience in human neuroscience research are required.

Application Instructions

The position is currently open, and applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis until the position is filled. The initial appointment is for two years, with the possibility of renewal. Interested candidates should submit a CV, a brief (1-page) cover letter detailing relevant research skills, interests and experience, along with names and contact information of three academic references via Interfolio. Questions about the position can be directed to Tina Liu ( tina.liu@georgetown.edu ).

For more information and to apply, visit https : / / apply.interfolio.com / 166277

GU is an Equal Opportunity Employer . All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply, and will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, citizenship, color, disability, family responsibilities, gender identity and expression, genetic information, marital status, matriculation, national origin, race, religion, personal appearance, political affiliation, sex, sexual orientation, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law .

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