Postdoctoral Associate

PhD in neuroscience, psychology, communication sciences and disorders, biology, or similar equivalent.

The Genetics of Auditory and visual Perception and Plasticity (GAPP) Lab in the Department of Speech, Language, and Hearing Sciences, led by Dr. Tracy Centanni, is seeking a postdoctoral associate to contribute to a DoD-funded study. Broadly, the GAPP lab focuses specifically on auditory and visual perception in the brain, genetic variants that influence communication and associated disorders, and neural plasticity during learning and non-invasive neuromodulation.

The postdoctoral researcher will study the influence of non-invasive vagus nerve stimulation on neural responses to speech sounds using high-density electroencephalography (EEG). The candidate will be expected to work collaboratively with a research team to collect and analyze data, mentor junior lab members, prepare manuscripts for publication, and participate at national and international level meetings.

Duties of this appointment include, but are not limited to:

• Performing functions to identify appropriate participants and recruitment of participants.
• Ensuring all materials and equipment are available and ready for testing.
• Testing participants in relevant protocols.
• Training and supervising student assistants in the data collection and scoring of data.
• Assist in the supervision of undergraduate students.
• Conducting statistical analyses.
• Prepare manuscripts for publication.
• Experimental design and statistical analysis.

As one of the world’s leading research institutions, the University of Florida provides an exceptionally supportive environment for research. University support includes integrated and state of the art computer technology, exceptional students and staff, and a network of world-renowned scientists. 

$62,232 annually, commensurate with experience and in accordance with current NIH postdoctoral salary guidelines.

Postdoctoral associates are eligible for comprehensive health and leave benefits and have access to libraries and other research resources available for faculty and postdoctoral associates. Additionally, postdoctoral trainees may receive funds each training year to support professional development (e.g., travel to workshops or national conferences, purchase of education materials).

The University of Florida (UF) offers an exceptional benefits package, including health, dental and vision insurance; state retirement plans; a generous leave program; and tuition assistance. UF is a Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) eligible employer. For more information on benefits, please visit UF HR Benefits and Rewards at https://benefits.hr.ufl.edu/.

PhD in neuroscience, psychology, communication sciences and disorders, biology, or similar equivalent.

Experience with vagus nerve stimulation and/or EEG analysis is highly desirable. The candidate should possess excellent verbal and written communication skills, be strongly motivated, and work well independently as well as in a team setting. Experience with computer programming is a plus (MATLAB, Python, and/or E-Prime).

In order to be considered, applicants must submit the following items as part of their online application: cover letter that includes research interests and career goals, curriculum vitae, and the names and contact information of three (3) references.

The position will remain open until filled.

The final candidate will be required to provide official transcripts to the hiring department upon hire.  A transcript will not be considered “official” if a designation of “Issued to Student” is visible.  Degrees earned from an educational institution outside of the United States are required to be evaluated by a professional credentialing service provider approved by the National Association of Credential Evaluation Services (NACES), which can be found at http://www.naces.org/.

If an accommodation is needed to apply for this position, please call 352/392-2477 or the Florida Relay System at 800/955-8771 (TDD). Hiring is contingent upon eligibility to work in the U.S. Searches are conducted in accordance with Florida’s Sunshine Law.