Post-doctoral research position in the Language & Cognitive Dynamics Lab

TheLanguage& Cognitive Dynamics Lab is hiring a post-doctoral research fellow to start in 2017. Research in the lab focuses on spoken language processing and semantic memory in typical and atypical speakers. Current research projects investigate: (1) The processing and representation of semantic knowledge, particularly knowledge of object features and categories, and the events or situations in which they participate. (2) The organization of the spoken language system by mapping the relationships between stroke lesion location and behavioral deficits.Research methods include:behavioral and eye-tracking experimentslesion-symptom mappingcomputational modelingnon-invasive brain stimulation (tDCS)Qualifications:Doctorate degree in Psychology, Cognitive& Brain Science, CSD/SHLS, or related discipline. Must be completed before starting post-doctoral fellowship.Experience with one or more of the research methods and/or content domains.Programming experience in R, Matlab, python, or similar language will be preferred.The post-doctoral fellow will be expected to contribute to ongoing projects and to develop an independent line of research. Mentorship, training, and professional development opportunities will be provided to facilitate the fellow ’s future career in academic, research, or industry settings.About the LCDLLCDL has recently relocated to theDepartment of Psychology at the University of Alabama at Birmingham. UAB is a comprehensive, urban research university, ranke...
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