Post Doctoral Scholar

The Ohio State University • Columbus, OH

2d • Onsite

About The Position

The Clinical Neuroscience Lab, directed by Dr. Ruchika Prakash and funded by the National Institute on Aging and the National Multiple Sclerosis Society, conducts mind-body interventions for healthy older adults and individuals with multiple sclerosis. The postdoctoral associate will work on recently completed randomized controlled trials examining the efficacy of mindfulness meditation and exercise interventions for cognitive and brain functioning. Current projects include real-time neurofeedback training, development of web-based mindfulness interventions, and a pilot exercise training trial. The postdoctoral associate will have flexibility in choosing their topic(s) of interest and will be involved in disseminating the lab’s work through peer-reviewed manuscripts, conference presentations, and public outreach.

Requirements

• Ph.D. in Psychology, Neuroscience, Biomedical Engineering, Kinesiology, or a closely related field by the start date of the appointment.
• Demonstrated expertise in quantitative data analysis, including advanced statistical modeling (e.g., mixed-effects models, longitudinal analyses, mediation/moderation approaches).
• Experience working with randomized controlled trial (RCT) data or intervention research.
• Demonstrated record of peer-reviewed publications, including first-author manuscripts.
• Strong scientific writing skills with evidence of manuscript preparation and submission.
• Experience presenting research at national or international conferences.
• Demonstrated ability to work both independently and collaboratively in a team-based research environment.
• Strong organizational skills and ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.

Nice To Haves

• Experience with neuroimaging data analysis (e.g., MRI preprocessing, statistical modeling, familiarity with tools such as FSL, SPM, AFNI, or similar platforms).
• Proficiency in statistical programming (e.g., R, Python, MATLAB).

Responsibilities

• Conduct research on randomized controlled trials examining the efficacy of mindfulness meditation and exercise interventions for cognitive and brain functioning.
• Engage in new projects such as real-time neurofeedback training, development of web-based mindfulness interventions, and pilot exercise training trials.
• Disseminate research findings through peer-reviewed manuscripts.
• Present research at national or international conferences.
• Engage in outreach to the public regarding the lab's work.
• Manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Work independently and collaboratively in a team-based research environment.

Benefits

• The university is an equal opportunity employer, including veterans and disability.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Ph.D. or professional degree