Postdoctoral Research Fellow

About the Opportunity
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JOB SUMMARY
PINE Lab, under the direction of Dr. Laurel Gabard-Durnam, seeks a postdoctoral fellow to execute research projects within the scope of our Gates Foundation-funded Project SCALE, assessing how we can create and implement low-density and low-cost EEG solutions to measure neurodevelopment and evaluate public health interventions in development. The postdoctoral fellow would have access to multiple large-scale datasets through this project and can ask content questions that fit their career goals and interests using these datasets.
This role and PINE Lab are part of the Center for Cognitive and Brain Health in the Interdisciplinary Science and Engineering Complex at Northeastern University, a community of labs examining brain, mental, and physical health across the lifespan.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Phd in Cognitive Neuroscience, Developmental Psychology, Psychology, or related field;
Experience with EEG signal processing and study design;
Statistical analysis skills for brain analyses; and
Strong communication skills and ability to work both within a team and independently.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES & ACCOUNTABILITIES
Executing and leading research projects within the scope of the Gates Foundation Project funding (45%);
Generating first-author manuscripts in collaboration with team members and Laurel (45%);
Mentoring junior lab members and co-supervising undergraduate students working on the projects (5%); and
Contributing to HAPPE software as needed to execute the research projects (5%).
Position Type
Research
Additional Information
Northeastern University considers factors such as candidate work experience, education and skills when extending an offer.
Northeastern has a comprehensive benefits package for benefit eligible employees. This includes medical, vision, dental, paid time off, tuition assistance, wellness & life, retirement- as well as commuting & transportation. Visit https://hr.northeastern.edu/benefits/ for more information.
All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, age, sex, sexual orientation, disability status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.
Compensation Grade/Pay Type:
108S
Expected Hiring Range:
$60,315.00 - $85,192.50
With the pay range(s) shown above, the starting salary will depend on several factors, which may include your education, experience, location, knowledge and expertise, and skills as well as a pay comparison to similarly-situated employees already in the role. Salary ranges are reviewed regularly and are subject to change.