Connectionists: Postdoc: computational neuroscience of human speech recognition

[Jim Magnuson]

*Postdoctoral Research Associate
<https://magnuson.psy.uconn.edu/Positions>Computational neuroscience of
human speech recognition*Profs. James Magnuson and Jay Rueckl at the
University of Connecticut, Department of Psychological Sciences, seek a
postdoctoral research associate for a project focused on computational
approaches to understanding the cognitive and neurobiological bases of
human speech recognition. Our primary objective is bridging the gap between
current cognitive models of human speech processing (such as TRACE) and
cutting-edge deep learning models used for automatic speech recognition.
The postdoctoral research associate will contribute to this project by
playing a leading role in our computational work (devising, developing, and
testing neural network models, and comparing them to human behavior and
neurobiology), while having room to lead new projects related to this
theme.

The University of Connecticut (UConn) is home to a vibrant,
interdisciplinary community of researchers in the brain and cognitive
sciences, including more than a dozen labs with primary focus on language.
UConn and the Magnuson and Rueckl labs are committed to increasing
diversity in the STEM workforce.

*MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS*
• PhD in psychology, neuroscience, linguistics, computer science,
engineering, or a related field
• High level of expertise in Python and R
• Strong record of research (as demonstrated by presentations and
publications)
• Evidence of ability to complete projects
• Evidence of strong writing skill

*PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS*
• Experience with TensorFlow
• Experience with another framework for neural network modeling
• Experience with Java or other programming languages
• Training and experience in empirical research with human subjects
• Hardware proficiency (e.g., ability to select components for and assemble
a workstation for deep learning)

*APPOINTMENT TERMS*
Start date for this position is anticipated for Fall, 2019, or early 2020.
The position is for an initial one-year appointment and is potentially
renewable until June, 2021. Continuation beyond June, 2021 is contingent
upon future external funding applications. Salary for this position will be
determined by NIH guidelines ($50,004 annually minimum).

*TO APPLY*
Please apply online via UConn Jobs (https://hr.uconn.edu/jobs/), Staff
positions, Search #2020123. For full consideration, candidates should
submit a resume or CV, a personal statement describing their research
interests and goals, and up to three supplemental PDF documents that
reflect their academic writing (e.g., journal publications, Master's
thesis, or dissertation). Three letters of recommendation should be emailed
directly from letter writers to Dr. James Magnuson (james.magnuson at uconn.edu).
Screening of applicants will begin immediately.

Employment of the successful candidate is contingent upon the successful
completion of a pre-employment criminal background check. (Search #2020123)

This job posting is scheduled to be removed at 11:59 p.m. on November 15,
2019.

All employees are subject to adherence of the State Code of Ethics, which
may be found at http://www.ct.gov/ethics/site/default.asp.
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James S. Magnuson -- website <http://magnuson.psy.uconn.edu/> --
860.486.3525 -- james.magnuson at uconn.edu
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