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Travis Research Institute, Fuller Graduate School of Psychology invites applications for two Postdoctoral Fellow Positions in Psychology & Neuroscience

Postdoctoral Position 1: Neuroimaging of Moral Action and Virtue



Two-Year Postdoctoral Fellow to work on the neuroimaging of decision-making with a focus on moral action and virtue. The successful candidate will join an interdisciplinary team led by Professor Steven Quartz (Caltech), Prof. Warren Brown (Fuller), Prof. Kevin Reimer (Fresno Pacific University), and Prof. Michael L. Spezio (Scripps College and Caltech) and will work on multimodal imaging (dwMRI, MRI, fMRI, dEEG) of human brain structure and function during decision making related to moral action and virtue.

Research experience in collection and analysis of neuroimaging data (MRI/fMRI) and EEG data collection and analysis is required. An independent work style and solid knowledge of programming in SPM, fsl, and R are desired. There is also a requirement for travel within the United States to 2 to 3 data collection meetings, each lasting about a week, for on-site EEG and behavioral data collection with a rare special population of long-term caregivers. Excellent interpersonal skills in working with participants is required, since the successful candidate will conduct in-depth, one-on-one, semi-structured interviews with participants. Familiarity with the neuroscience of moral action and virtue is not a requirement, but experience in decision research, moral psychology, and/or contemplative studies is a plus. All requirements for the Ph.D. degree must be completed by the date of hire.



Postdoctoral Position 2: Semantic Analysis and EEG in the study of Moral Action and Virtue



Two-Year Postdoctoral Fellow to work on applying quantitative semantic analysis, eyetracking, and EEG to decision-making with a focus on moral action and virtue. The successful candidate will join an interdisciplinary team led by Professor Steven Quartz (Caltech), Prof. Warren Brown (Fuller), Prof. Kevin Reimer (Fresno Pacific University), and Prof. Michael L. Spezio (Scripps College and Caltech).

Research experience in quantitative semantic analysis and eyetracking is highly beneficial but not required. Experience in independent computer programming for data analysis is required, preferentially in Matlab and R. The successful candidate will be based primarily at Fuller but will also work with the team at Caltech, and must be able to quickly learn and apply cutting-edge methods of quantitative semantic analysis (e.g., LSA, TOPIC Modeling), and EEG and eyetracking data analysis. Assistance with the collection of neuroimaging data when necessary. There is also a requirement for travel within the United States to 2 to 3 data collection meetings, each lasting about a week, for on-site EEG and behavioral data collection with a rare special population of long-term caregivers. Excellent interpersonal skills in working with participants is required, since the successful candidate will conduct in-depth, one-on-one, semi-structured interviews with participants. We are seeking an enthusiastic, reliable person capable of communicating effectively with the rest of the team and of independent data collection and analysis on the project. Familiarity with the neuroscience of moral action and virtue is not a requirement, but experience in decision research, moral psychology, and/or contemplative studies is a plus. All requirements for the Ph.D. degree must be completed by the date of hire.



Both positions are located in the greater Los Angeles area, California USA.



APPLICATION SUBMISSION

Prospective candidates should send by May 15, 2013 via e-mail to Marta Cenac-Mehedinti (marta@fuller.edu): 1) Letter of Intent stating your interest in the position, relevant research and other experience, how the position will work to develop your research career, and earliest possible start date; 2) curriculum vitae; 3) 3 letters of reference; and 4) up to 5 publications (can include papers in press) representative of your research. Indicate which position (Postdoc 1 or 2) you are applying for. Fuller is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. Women, minorities, veterans, and disabled persons are encouraged to apply. The position will begin as early as June 1, 2013 and extends until the end of April, 2015.

Contact Name: Marta Cenac-Mehedinti

Contact E-mail: marta@fuller.edu