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Postdoctoral Research Associate

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Position Information

Position Information

Working Title Postdoctoral Research Associate
Department Psychology-1094
Requisition Number F_230166
Posting Open Date 09/26/2023
Application Review Date: (To ensure consideration, please submit all application materials before review date) 10/30/2023
Posting Close Date
Open Until Filled Yes
Description of Work
The Decision Neuroscience Laboratory in the Center for Brain, Biology, and Behavior (CB3) is accepting applications for a Postdoctoral Research Associate in Network Neuroscience beginning Fall 2024.

The goal of this fellowship is to conduct state-of-the-art functional and structural MRI studies of the human connectome with an emphasis on characterizing the topology and dynamics of human intelligence. In addition, the Research Fellow will have the opportunity to lead applied research projects that examine cognitive and neurobiological phenotypes of elite military populations, for example, through projects sponsored by the DARPA TAILOR Program, the DARPA Measuring Biological Aptitude Program, and the Human Performance Wing (STRONG Lab) of the Air Force Research Laboratory. The Decision Neuroscience Laboratory provides ample opportunity for the development of innovative, focused research and a broad collaborative cognitive neuroscience experience through affiliations with the Center for Brain, Biology, and Behavior; the Nebraska Athletics Performance Laboratory; and the Department of Psychology. The Decision Neuroscience Laboratory has received support from the National Institutes of Health BRAIN Initiative, the National Institute of Aging, the National Science Foundation, the Department of Defense (DARPA), the Office of the Director of National Intelligence (IARPA), and private industry.

This research fellowship is designed as a three-year experience that includes a speaker series, journal article discussions, laboratory presentations and discussions, tutorial training, and the teaching of skills necessary to conduct original cognitive neuroscience research. Ph.D.s with a strong background in network neuroscience, computer science, engineering, and statistics are encouraged to apply.

Duties include:
  • Collaborating with experienced fMRI researchers on project development, experimental design, and data analysis.
  • Providing guidance and consultation to faculty and student researchers involved in fMRI research.
  • Contributing to grant co-investigation and co-authorship activities for dissemination.
  • Engaging in interdisciplinary collaboration within the vibrant CB3 research environment.


Salary and benefits are competitive and commensurate with NIH guidelines. For further information, contact Aron K. Barbey, Ph.D., Director, Decision Neuroscience Laboratory, at abarbey2@unl.edu.

As an EO/AA employer, the University of Nebraska considers qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, ethnicity, national origin, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, disability, age, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, and/or political affiliation. See https://www.unl.edu/equity/notice-nondiscrimination. 
Minimum Required Qualifications
  • Ph.D. in Psychology, Neuroscience, or a related field.
  • At least two years of experience conducting fMRI research, including years of education.
  • Demonstrated training and expertise in fMRI research design, including programming of fMRI stimulus delivery paradigms, as well as training and expertise in fMRI data processing and analysis software (e.g., AFNI, FSL, SPM).
  • Co-authorship of scholarly work involving fMRI.
  • Excellent communication skills and experience contributing to a productive fMRI research group. 
Preferred Qualifications
  • Five years of experience conducting fMRI research, including years of education and postdoctoral experience.
  • Demonstrated training and expertise in the integration of fMRI research design and analysis with other complementary methodologies, such as structural MRI/DTI, EEG/ERP, eye tracking, and/or psychophysiology.
  • Scripting and programming skills (e.g., R).
  • Evidence of independence in fMRI research, grant writing and publication. 
Work Location (City, State) Lincoln, NE
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How to Apply
Click “Apply for this Job” and complete the information form. Attach the following documents:
  1. Letter of interest.
  2. Curriculum vitae.
  3. Contact information for three references.
For questions or accommodations related to this position contact
Jamie Longwell
jamie.longwell@unl.edu
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Job Category (old) Post Docs & Other Academic
Job Type 12 Month (Faculty Only)
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Required Documents

Required Documents
  1. Letter of Interest
  2. Curriculum Vitae
  3. List of References
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