The MRC Cognition
and Brain Sciences Unit (CBSU) is an
internationally renowned research institute with
state-of-the-art cognitive neuroscience facilities,
including a research dedicated 3T Siemens Trio MRI
scanner and 306-channel Elekta Neuromag MEG system.
Applications are
invited for a post-doctoral position to work within a
research programme led by Dr
Matthew Davis investigating neural systems for
perceiving, understanding and learning spoken language.
The research will use advanced functional imaging
methods (fMRI, MEG/EEG) to explore speech processing in
healthy, adult participants. Additional opportunities
may arise to work with children or adults with language
impairment.
You should have,
or be in the final stages of obtaining, a PhD in
cognitive neuroscience or related field, including
experience of one or more neuroimaging methods. A strong
computational or statistical background is desirable and
experience of speech signal processing or
psycholinguistics.
This is a three
year training and development postdoctoral position. The
starting salary will be in the range of £26,022 -
£29,324 per annum, depending upon qualifications and
experience. We offer a flexible pay and reward policy,
30 days annual leave entitlement, and an optional MRC
final salary Pension Scheme. On site car and bicycle
parking is available.
Applications are
handled by the RCUK Shared Services Centre; for further
information and to apply please visit our job board, by
following this link,
including the IRC86470 reference. Closing date:
9th April 2013