Hiring Organization:
Duke University Medical Center
Date Posted:
2009-10-26
Position Description:
The Center for Cognitive Neuroscience (CCN) at Duke University invites applicants for a post-doctoral position in the neurobiology of numerical behavior in the laboratory of Dr. Michael Platt and Dr. Elizabeth Brannon.
Responsibilities: The research associate will join a team focused on determining how neurons in parietal cortex extract numerosity information from the sensory world. We are particularly interested in applicants with expertise in single neuron electrophysiology, although applicants with experience in brain imaging or experimental psychology will also be considered. Applicants with strong quantitative skills are particularly encouraged to apply.
Qualifications/Experience:
Requirements: The research associate will hold a PhD in neuroscience, cognitive psychology, or a related field.
Salary/funding:
This position has been created with ARRA Stimulus funding and is a limited term appointment that is contingent upon the availability of additional research funds.
Application Deadline:
Deadline: The position is available immediately.
Comments:
Send a statement of research interest, CV, and 3 letters of reference electronically to Dr. Michael Platt via email: platt@neuro.duke.edu.
Duke University is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer.
Contact Information:
Michael L. Platt, PhD
Box 90999, LSRC, Research Drive
Durham, NC 27705
USA
Telephone Number:
919-668-0333
Website:
http://www.mind.duke.edu/faculty/platt/
E-mail Address:
platt@neuro.duke.edu