Connectionists: Postdoc in Social and Media Neuroscience

[Dar Meshi]

The newly formed Social & Media Neuroscience Lab at Michigan State
University is looking for a highly motivated postdoctoral researcher to
conduct fMRI studies on social
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reward processing and how it relates to social media use. Primary
responsibilities will include designing and programming experiments,
recruiting participants, analyzing behavioral and fMRI data, preparing
conference presentations, and publishing research. This post is ideally
suited for someone aiming for an independent research career with a focus
on social, communication or decision neuroscience.

The initial appointment will be for 1 year, with opportunity for
reappointment for an additional 1 year conditional on satisfactory
performance. The anticipated start date is winter 2018.

Minimum Requirements:
- Doctoral degree in psychology, neuroscience, communication, computer
science, statistics, or related fields
- Excellent organizational, interpersonal, and communication skills
- Experience analyzing neuroimaging data (e.g., FSL, SPM, etc.)
- Experience in programming (e.g., MATLAB, Python, etc.)

Required Application Materials:
Applications should include: (1) a cover letter indicating research
interests and experience, (2) a curriculum vita, and (3) names and contact
information for three professional references. Review of applications will
begin immediately and continue until the position is filled.

To apply, or for more information, please contact Dar Meshi at darmeshi(at)
msu.edu.
Website: www.darmeshi.com

MSU is an affirmative action, equal opportunity employer. MSU is committed
to achieving excellence through cultural diversity. The university actively
encourages applications and/or nominations of women, persons of color,
veterans and persons with disabilities.


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Dar Meshi, Ph.D.
Assistant Professor
Department of Advertising + Public Relations
College of Communication Arts and Sciences
Michigan State University
404 Wilson Road, Room 324
East Lansing, MI 48824
Phone: 517-355-1282 <(517)%20355-1282>
Website: www.darmeshi.com
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