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I have an opening in my laboratory for a postdoctoral fellow. The position is annually renewable. The funding is for two years initially, but there is a possibility to extend the position.
The job description and position requirements are listed below.
Please feel free to reach out with any questions to tsingh AT psu dOT edu.
Tarkesh
JOB DESCRIPTION AND POSITION REQUIREMENTS:
The successful applicant will conduct human neuroscience research studies to quantify sensorimotor deficits in an aging population as well as patients suffering from neurological disorders. The postdoctoral researcher will be involved in experimental design, data collection, data analysis, manuscript writing and assistance with grant-writing. The researcher is also expected to co-mentor graduate and undergraduate students in the laboratory. Finally, the researcher is expected to work on collaborative projects between our Sensorimotor Neuroscience and Learning Lab and partners at the University of Delaware.
Required qualifications:
Preferred qualifications:
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I have an opening in my laboratory for a postdoctoral fellow. The position is annually renewable. The funding is for two years initially, but there is a possibility to extend the position.
The job description and position requirements are listed below.
Please feel free to reach out with any questions to tsingh AT psu dOT edu.
Tarkesh
JOB DESCRIPTION AND POSITION REQUIREMENTS:
The successful applicant will conduct human neuroscience research studies to quantify sensorimotor deficits in an aging population as well as patients suffering from neurological disorders. The postdoctoral researcher will be involved in experimental design, data collection, data analysis, manuscript writing and assistance with grant-writing. The researcher is also expected to co-mentor graduate and undergraduate students in the laboratory. Finally, the researcher is expected to work on collaborative projects between our Sensorimotor Neuroscience and Learning Lab and partners at the University of Delaware.
Required qualifications:
- Ph.D. in sensorimotor neuroscience, motor control, motor learning, neural engineering, neurorehabilitation, mathematical psychology, or biomedical engineering
- Experience with MATLAB and Simulink programming
- At-least one first-author peer-reviewed publication in a sensorimotor neuroscience journal
- Strong critical and analytical thinking skills
- Strong technical writing, presentation and communication skills
- High self-motivation and persistence
- Proficient in experimental design with human participants and statistical analysis
Preferred qualifications:
- Experience with KINARM robots and eye-tracking
- Experience with surface electrophysiological techniques (EEG & EMG)
- Experience with brain stimulation (transcranial magnetic stimulation)
- Experience with programming in Python and R
The Pennsylvania State University is committed to and accountable for advancing diversity, equity, and inclusion in all of its forms. We embrace individual uniqueness, foster a culture of inclusion that supports both broad and specific diversity initiatives, leverage the educational and institutional benefits of diversity, and engage all individuals to help them thrive. We value inclusion as a core strength and an essential element of our public service mission. In HHD, enriching the lives of others is our mission. We believe in the power of human capacity for growth and live that mission by meeting challenges, both big and small, with excitement and energy every day. We invite you to come grow with us.
CAMPUS SECURITY CRIME STATISTICS:
Pursuant to the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act and the Pennsylvania Act of 1988, Penn State publishes a combined Annual Security and Annual Fire Safety Report (ASR). The ASR includes crime statistics and institutional policies concerning campus security, such as those concerning alcohol and drug use, crime prevention, the reporting of crimes, sexual assault, and other matters. The ASR is available for review here.
Employment with the University will require successful completion of background check(s) in accordance with University policies.
EEO is the Law
Penn State is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer, and is committed to providing employment opportunities to all qualified applications without regards to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identify, national origin, disability or protected veteran status. If you are unable to use our online application process due to an impairment or disability, please contact 814-865-1473.
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Penn State Policies
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University Park, PA