The University of New Mexico
Postdoctoral Scientist in Computational Cognitive Neuroscience
The University of New Mexico, Albuquerque, New Mexico, United States, 87101
Postdoctoral Scientist in Computational Cognitive Neuroscience
Posting Number: req28785Employment Type: FacultyFaculty Type: ResearchHiring Department: Psychology Department (765A)Academic Location: College of Arts & SciencesBenefits Eligible: Postdoctoral Fellows may be eligible to receive certain UNM benefits. See the Benefits home page for more information.Position SummaryThe Department of Psychology at the University of New Mexico, Cognitive & Affective Neuroscience of Psychopathology (CANoPy;
https://www.hogeveen-lab.com/ ) laboratory (PI: Jeremy Hogeveen, PhD) invites applications for a position as a Postdoctoral Fellow. This is a full-time position funded for an initial term of 2 years, with the potential for renewal pending annual review. The appointment will begin June 1, 2024.The Fellow will collaborate with Dr. Hogeveen and members of the CANoPy lab to design, implement, analyze, and disseminate behavioral, neuroimaging (MRI & MEG), and neurostimulation studies on the neural mechanisms of motivated decision-making in healthy participants and clinical populations. Current datasets collected in the lab span much of the lifespan from adolescence through old age.While there will be considerable freedom to select a preferred topic based on personal interests, most recent and ongoing funded projects in the lab center on the neural bases of 'explore-exploit' tradeoffs in reinforcement learning—i.e., how individuals balance the tradeoff between learning to exploit familiar choice options based on prior reinforcement, versus exploring novel options to reduce uncertainty in the choice environment.The CANoPy lab aims to foster a world-class, deeply supportive cognitive neuroscience training environment for the Fellow selected for this position. The lab is well-integrated in the local burgeoning neuroscience community and collaborates well with several other groups at the Mind Research Network ( https://www.mrn.org/ ), the UNM Health Sciences Center ( https://hsc.unm.edu/research/ ), the UNM Center on Alcohol, Substance Use, and Addictions (CASAA;
https://casaa.unm.edu/ ), and other labs within the UNM Psychology Clinical Neuroscience Center (PCNC;
https://pcnc.unm.edu/ ). Available equipment for studies is excellent, including a 3T Siemens Prisma scanner, an Elekta Neuromag MEG system, Magventure TMS complete with Localite and Axilum Cobot, and much more.QualificationsMinimum Criteria:Ph.D. or MD degree, with training in neuroscience, psychology, biology, computer science, or cognitive science by date of application.Preferred Criteria:Primary specialization in Computational Cognitive NeuroscienceEstablished track record of publishing original research in cognitive neuroscience or closely related fieldProficiency in computer programming (e.g. Python, R, shell, and/or MATLAB)Proficiency conducting studies that use MRI, MEG, TMS, and/or computational modelingA demonstrated commitment to diversity, equity, inclusion, and student success, as well as working with broadly diverse communities.Application InstructionsOnly applications submitted through the official UNMJobs site will be accepted. If you are viewing this job advertisement on a 3rd party site, please visit UNMJobs to submit an application.A complete application consists of a letter describing the applicant's qualifications as they relate to the minimum and preferred criteria and a current curriculum vita (to include contact information-email address and/or telephone number). Applicants who are appointed to a UNM postdoctoral fellow position are required to provide an official certification of successful completion of all degree requirements prior to their initial employment with UNM. If selected for an interview, additional documents may be requested including an official transcript.For Best ConsiderationFor best consideration, please apply by April 26, 2024. This position will remain open until filled.The University of New Mexico is committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer, making decisions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, or any other protected class.Requesting an Accommodation
Women, minorities, veterans, and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, and University of New Mexico policy, if you have a disability and would like to request an accommodation in order to apply for a position with the University of New Mexico, or if you cannot use the online application system, please contact Human Resources at hrpr@unm.edu (505) 277-4777 for assistance with the application process.
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Posting Number: req28785Employment Type: FacultyFaculty Type: ResearchHiring Department: Psychology Department (765A)Academic Location: College of Arts & SciencesBenefits Eligible: Postdoctoral Fellows may be eligible to receive certain UNM benefits. See the Benefits home page for more information.Position SummaryThe Department of Psychology at the University of New Mexico, Cognitive & Affective Neuroscience of Psychopathology (CANoPy;
https://www.hogeveen-lab.com/ ) laboratory (PI: Jeremy Hogeveen, PhD) invites applications for a position as a Postdoctoral Fellow. This is a full-time position funded for an initial term of 2 years, with the potential for renewal pending annual review. The appointment will begin June 1, 2024.The Fellow will collaborate with Dr. Hogeveen and members of the CANoPy lab to design, implement, analyze, and disseminate behavioral, neuroimaging (MRI & MEG), and neurostimulation studies on the neural mechanisms of motivated decision-making in healthy participants and clinical populations. Current datasets collected in the lab span much of the lifespan from adolescence through old age.While there will be considerable freedom to select a preferred topic based on personal interests, most recent and ongoing funded projects in the lab center on the neural bases of 'explore-exploit' tradeoffs in reinforcement learning—i.e., how individuals balance the tradeoff between learning to exploit familiar choice options based on prior reinforcement, versus exploring novel options to reduce uncertainty in the choice environment.The CANoPy lab aims to foster a world-class, deeply supportive cognitive neuroscience training environment for the Fellow selected for this position. The lab is well-integrated in the local burgeoning neuroscience community and collaborates well with several other groups at the Mind Research Network ( https://www.mrn.org/ ), the UNM Health Sciences Center ( https://hsc.unm.edu/research/ ), the UNM Center on Alcohol, Substance Use, and Addictions (CASAA;
https://casaa.unm.edu/ ), and other labs within the UNM Psychology Clinical Neuroscience Center (PCNC;
https://pcnc.unm.edu/ ). Available equipment for studies is excellent, including a 3T Siemens Prisma scanner, an Elekta Neuromag MEG system, Magventure TMS complete with Localite and Axilum Cobot, and much more.QualificationsMinimum Criteria:Ph.D. or MD degree, with training in neuroscience, psychology, biology, computer science, or cognitive science by date of application.Preferred Criteria:Primary specialization in Computational Cognitive NeuroscienceEstablished track record of publishing original research in cognitive neuroscience or closely related fieldProficiency in computer programming (e.g. Python, R, shell, and/or MATLAB)Proficiency conducting studies that use MRI, MEG, TMS, and/or computational modelingA demonstrated commitment to diversity, equity, inclusion, and student success, as well as working with broadly diverse communities.Application InstructionsOnly applications submitted through the official UNMJobs site will be accepted. If you are viewing this job advertisement on a 3rd party site, please visit UNMJobs to submit an application.A complete application consists of a letter describing the applicant's qualifications as they relate to the minimum and preferred criteria and a current curriculum vita (to include contact information-email address and/or telephone number). Applicants who are appointed to a UNM postdoctoral fellow position are required to provide an official certification of successful completion of all degree requirements prior to their initial employment with UNM. If selected for an interview, additional documents may be requested including an official transcript.For Best ConsiderationFor best consideration, please apply by April 26, 2024. This position will remain open until filled.The University of New Mexico is committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer, making decisions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, or any other protected class.Requesting an Accommodation
Women, minorities, veterans, and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, and University of New Mexico policy, if you have a disability and would like to request an accommodation in order to apply for a position with the University of New Mexico, or if you cannot use the online application system, please contact Human Resources at hrpr@unm.edu (505) 277-4777 for assistance with the application process.
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