Brown University
Providence RI 02912

Department of Cognitive and Linguistic Sciences
Box 1978
Tel: 401-863-2849
Fax: 401-863-2255

Research Assistant in the Neural Bases of Speech and Lexical Processing

A position in the neural bases of speech and lexical processing is available starting June 1, 2005. The research program focuses on event-related fMRI to investigate neural systems underlying perception of the phonetic categories of speech, mapping of sound structure to the lexicon, and lexical-semantic processing. The position involves collecting and analyzing data related to cognitive neuroscience experiments using functional MRI and psychophysical techniques, and developing and implementing analysis procedures for fMRI data. All work involves computer use, including Windows, UNIX, and OSX platforms and knowledge of fMRI analysis programs (AFNI or SPM). Facilities include a 1.5 T Symphony Magnetom and a newly installed research dedicated 3T Siemens Trio MR system.

Candidates should have at least a B.A. or B.S. degree, an interest in language research, and some experience either working with functional neuroimaging including fMRI design and analysis or a strong computer science background. A two year commitment is preferred. Applications should be made online at http://careers.brown.edu (job number is F00985). In addition to filling out the form, please attach a resume and a cover letter including a brief statement of research interests and the names and contact information for 3 references. Applications will be reviewed until the position is filled.

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