POSTDOCTORAL RESEARCHER, Fu Lab, Neurological Surgery
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Job Number: 914008
Category: PostDoc
Job Number: 914008
Category: PostDoc
POSTDOCTORAL RESEARCHER
Network activity underlying cognitive control using human single neuron recording. Neuronal mechanisms for metacognition in memory-based decisions
Artificial cognitive control.
Ultimately, we aim to develop novel approaches to restore cognitive control in various psychiatric/neurological conditions and enhance cognitive control in healthy individuals.
Applicants who are intellectually curious and passionate about tackling challenging neuroscience problems using a combination of approaches (behavioral modelling, intracranial recordings, neuromodulation, EEG/MEG) are encouraged to apply. Postdoctoral scientist in the lab will conduct cutting-edge research in a protected, interactive, highly collaborative, and well-funded environment, with access to state-of-the-art facilities such as EEG/MEG, intracranial recordings, high-performance computing sources.
Qualifications for this position include Ph.D. or M.D. degree(s). Applicants who are proficient in Python (MATLAB or R) and with a strong background in statistics, machine learning, deep learning and signal processing are particularly encouraged to apply.
Interested and qualified applicants should apply online and upload a cover letter and curriculum vitae.
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