Post-Doctoral Associate - Cognitive Neuroscience and Brain Health

Position Overview

Post-Doctoral Associate - Cognitive Neuroscience and Brain Health - New York University Abu Dhabi - Abu Dhabi, UAE
New York University Abu Dhabi is recruiting a Post-Doctoral Associate to join the Perception and Active Cognition laboratory within the Center for Brain and Health. The role focuses on investigating the neural mechanisms underlying mental processing speed using advanced neuroimaging and electrophysiological methods in a multidisciplinary research environment.

Country: UAE
City:
Abu Dhabi
Industry: Higher Education
Function:
Research
Salary:  monthly (Market estimated)
Gender: Any
Candidate Nationality:
Any
Job Type: Full-time

• Lead research examining neural correlates of cognitive speed of processing
• Analyze and integrate functional and structural MRI data with co-registered fMRI and EEG measurements
• Conduct studies combining neuroimaging with behavioral, genetic, and clinical data
• Develop and apply neuroimaging data processing pipelines relevant to MRI and EEG-EEG-MEG research
• Collaborate with faculty members, postdoctoral researchers, graduate students, and undergraduate students
• Contribute to publications in peer-reviewed journals and international conferences

• PhD in Psychology, Cognitive Neuroscience, or a closely related field
• No more than five years post-PhD at the time of appointment
• Strong experience in neuroimaging data processing and analysis
• Background in MRI, fMRI, EEG, or MEG methodologies
• Ability to work independently while contributing to multidisciplinary research teams
• Strong scientific writing and communication skills in English

• Neuroimaging data analysis
• Functional and structural MRI
• EEG and EEG-fMRI integration
• Cognitive neuroscience research methods
• Statistical analysis and data interpretation
• Academic writing and research dissemination

• Opportunity to work on impactful research related to brain health and cognitive aging
• Access to state-of-the-art neuroimaging and research facilities
• Collaboration within a diverse international academic community
• Competitive employment package including housing and education-related benefits
• Professional growth within a world-class research university

New York University Abu Dhabi is a leading international research university based in Abu Dhabi, offering world-class education and advanced research across science, engineering, humanities, and social sciences. As part of NYU's global university network, NYU Abu Dhabi serves as a major hub for interdisciplinary research and innovation, supporting scholars from around the world in addressing complex challenges in brain health, cognition, and neuroscience.