Cognitive-Computational Neuroscientist (Postdoctoral Research Associate) to investigate the function of long-range connectivity in human cognition.

We are seeking a Postdoctoral Research Associate to work on a collaborative project studying human cognition using computational approaches between the laboratories of Professor Linda Richards at Washington University in St Louis and Professor Peter Dayan at Max Planck Institute for Biological Cybernetics in Tubingen.  The position will be based at Washington University in St Louis (WashU).  WashU Neuroscience is consistently ranked as one of the top 10 places worldwide for neuroscience research and offers an outstanding interdisciplinary training environment for early career researchers.

We are seeking a creative scientist with a background in cognitive neuroscience and computational neuroscience to develop analysis tools and pipelines and new models of cognitive function that will help guide our experimental approaches.

We are studying how people with corpus callosum dysgenesis, a major change in their global brain wiring connectivity, are able to process and integrate information during tasks involving decision making, social intelligence, and memory.

In addition to high-quality research facilities, career and professional development training for postdoctoral researchers is provided through the Career Center, Teaching Center, Office of Postdoctoral Affairs, and campus groups.  Additional information on being a postdoc at Washington University in St. Louis can be found at postdoc.wustl.edu/prospective-postdocs.

The appointee will have earned a Ph.D. by the time of starting the appointment, ideally in cognitive and computational neuroscience.

Applicants should submit their CV and a cover letter explaining their background and interest in the position and working in both laboratories to Professor Linda Richards https://sites.wustl.edu/richardslab/positions/