Postdoctoral position in object and face recognition

A postdoctoral research position is open at the Objects and Knowledge Laboratory, headed by Dr. Olivia Cheung, at New York University Abu Dhabi. This position is based in New York University, New York. The postdoctoral researcher will carry out fMRI experiments on human object and face recognition. Potential research projects include, but are not limited to, investigations of the influences of experience and conceptual knowledge on recognition processes.

Applicants must have a Ph.D. in Psychology, Cognitive Neuroscience, or a related field, and should possess strong programming skills (e.g., Matlab). Prior experience with neuroimaging and psychophysical techniques is required. Initial appointment is for one year, with the possibility of renewal depending on the availability of funding. Starting date is flexible, preferably around September 1, 2015.

The Objects and Knowledge Laboratory is part of the rapidly growing Psychology division at New York University Abu Dhabi. For this position, the postdoctoral researcher will work in New York, and will have access to neuroimaging facilitates (such as MRI) at the Center for Brain Imaging, New York University. 

New York University has established itself as a Global Network University, a multi-site, organically connected network encompassing key global cities and idea capitals. The network has three foundational degree-granting campuses: New York, Abu Dhabi, and Shanghai, complimented by a network of eleven research and study-away sites across five continents. Faculty and students will circulate within this global network in pursuit of common research interests and the promotion of cross-cultural and interdisciplinary solutions for problems both local and global.