Applications are invited for a one-year postdoctoral position at the Cognitive Neuroscience of Language Laboratory at Michigan State Univ. Depending on productivity and a candidate’s desire to grow independent research, the position will allow for additional years. The candidate will work with Dr. Fan Cao on projects concerning language development, learning and disorders in monolingual and bilingual populations using fMRI and DTI. Michigan State University provides an excellent multi-disciplinary and highly interactive neuroimaging environment with its own physics, psychology and neuroscience groups as well as a research dedicated 3T MR scanner, EEG- and eye-tracking laboratories.

A requirement for the position is good familiarity with fMRI techniques including data collection and data analysis. Preference will be given to applicants with a strong understanding of language processing, reading development and disorders, and bilingualism, and/or those who have expertise in functional connectivity and DTI technique.  Other desired skills include experience or exposure to neuroanatomy, statistical methods, signal processing, and computer scripting (e.g. MATLAB).

The successful candidate will be responsible for planning/conducting experiments, running neuroimaging data analysis, and preparing written/oral presentations for journal publications and conferences. Additional responsibilities will include oversight of undergraduate and graduate students working on the projects.

A Ph.D. degree is required for this position; preference will be given to candidates with a Ph.D. in hand, but candidates with ABD will be considered as well.  Relevant areas for the Ph.D. include but are not limited to Cognitive Neuroscience, Engineering, Bioengineering, Speech and Hearing Science, Psychology, and Linguistics. The successful candidate will have excellent organization and communication skills and strong personal motivation. Background and experience with submission of manuscripts to scholarly journals is desirable; English language proficiency required. The salary range will depend on applicant’s incoming skill set. The position includes health coverage per Michigan State University regulations.

To apply for this position, please refer to posting # 9026 and complete an electronic submission at the Michigan State University Employment Opportunities website, https://jobs.msu.edu. Applicants should submit the following information: (1) a current CV, (2) statement of research interests, and (3) contact information of at least 3 references. Review of applications begins immediately; applications received by March 15, 2014 will receive full consideration. Applications received later than this date will be considered until the position is filled. Work begins as soon as possible. Inquiries can be sent by email to Dr. Fan Cao ([log in to unmask]). 

MSU is an affirmative action, equal opportunity employer. MSU is committed to achieving excellence through cultural diversity. The university actively encourages applications and/or nominations of women, persons of color, veterans, and persons with disabilities.