Washington University in St. Louis · 3 weeks ago
Postdoctoral Research Associate - Psychological & Brain Sciences
St Louis, MO
Full-time
Onsite
New Grad, Entry LevelWashington University in St. Louis is seeking a Postdoctoral Research Associate to contribute to an NIH-funded project investigating age-related changes to episodic memory. The role involves conducting research, analyzing data, and writing manuscripts while collaborating with faculty and other researchers.
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Responsibilities
Conducting literature review, designing studies, creating study materials and collecting data
Compiling, cleaning, and analyzing data
Writing manuscripts
Meet with the PI and the lab regularly to discuss research progress and address any issues that arise
Perform other duties as assigned
Qualification
Required
Ph.D., M.D. Or Equivalent Terminal Or Doctoral Degree
Preferred
A PhD in Psychology or a related field
Expertise with developing and conducting lab, web-based and/or archival psychology studies
Demonstrated ability to complete projects, as evidenced by quantity and quality of publications
Prior experience collecting in-person data from human participants
Basic proficiency in computer programming
Experience with functional MRI data collection and processing
Expertise in functional MRI analyses (particularly multivariate pattern analyses)
Advanced proficiency in computer programming (particularly with Python and/or R)
Experience with older adult research participants
Excellent oral and written communication skills
Strong organizational and planning skills
Ability to work independently, and take initiative
Willingness to collaborate with a team to complete tasks
Skilled at research design, participant recruitment, data management, statistical analysis, and scientific writing, and an interest in mentoring junior lab members in these areas
Benefits
Comprehensive and competitive benefits package
Company
Washington University in St. Louis
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