UNIV - Postdoctoral Fellow - Department of Otolaryngology
About The Position
A full-time Postdoctoral Fellow position is available in the laboratory of Dr. Kenny Vaden at the Medical University of South Carolina (MUSC), as part of an NIH/NIDCD-funded research program on age-related listening difficulties. MUSC offers a strong collaborative research environment and is located in Charleston, SC. The fellow will assist with the implementation and conduct of MRI studies and will work closely with Dr. Vaden to analyze neuroimaging and behavioral datasets. A primary focus will be perceptual decision-making during speech recognition in noise across the adult lifespan. The fellow will also contribute to dissemination of findings through publications and presentations.
Requirements
- Ph.D. in Psychology, Neuroscience, Hearing Sciences, or a related field
- Research experience with neuroimaging (MRI) and experimental methods
- Strong quantitative and programming skills (e.g., R, MATLAB)
Nice To Haves
- Extensive experience in computational model testing and development
- Background in speech perception, aging, and/or hearing science
Responsibilities
- Assist with the implementation and conduct of MRI studies
- Work closely with Dr. Vaden to analyze neuroimaging and behavioral datasets
- Focus on perceptual decision-making during speech recognition in noise across the adult lifespan
- Contribute to dissemination of findings through publications and presentations
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
Ph.D. or professional degree
