Research Scientist Center Brain and Health – Drs Bas Rokers and Kartik Sreenivasan

Position: Research Scientist in the Center for Brain and Health – Drs Bas Rokers and Kartik Sreenivasan
Position Overview

The Center for Brain and Health (CBH) at New York University Abu Dhabi (NYUAD) is seeking a Research Scientist to explore scientific questions related to an in-progress normative brain database. The research scientist will be a key member of a multidisciplinary team responsible for collection of multimodal brain data, including MR imaging, MEG, EEG, and eye tracking. The tentpole of the CBH is the first normative brain database in the region, featuring structural, functional, diffusion MRI, behavioral and health measures, genetic information, and lifestyle questionnaires.

The anticipated appointment start date is May 1, 2026, with a guaranteed term of 18 months and the possibility of renewal based on performance.

Responsibilities

• Explore scientific questions related to the normative brain database.

• Conduct data collection and processing of multimodal MR imaging, MEG, EEG, and eye tracking.

• Apply big‑data analysis techniques and advanced computational methods to brain imaging data.

• Collaborate with the multidisciplinary research team.

• Contribute to peer‑reviewed publications and scientific communication.

Qualifications

• Ph.D. in Neuroscience, Psychology, MR Physics, Data Science, Computer Science, or a related field.

• Postdoctoral experience or an equivalent level of experience preferred.

• Extensive experience with multimodal MRI, including functional, structural, and tractography methods.

• Proficiency in big‑data analysis techniques.

• Experience with other large brain databases preferred.

• Strong computational skills and a solid publication record.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and benefits.

• Housing allowance.

• Other benefits as specified in the employment terms.

Application Instructions

• Cover letter.

• Curriculum vitae with a full publication list.

• Transcript.

• Statement of research interests.

• Three representative publications.

• Three letters of reference.

All materials must be submitted in PDF format. Applications are accepted immediately; please submit through the NYUAD careers page at  For questions, contact  or .

UAE nationals are encouraged to apply.

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