Research Assistant in Neurobiology (University of Chicago)

Description The University of Chicago's Department of Neurobiology is searching for a Research Assistant Professor whose primary activity will be academic research in association with a faculty member or team. The appointee will be responsible for designing and implementing behavioral-neurophysiological experiments using trained, behaving non-human primates to understand the neuronal mechanisms underlying visual attention. The position entails collecting and analyzing large datasets, writing manuscripts, and applying for grants both as a member of the larger team and independently. The appointee will ultimately create an independent research effort with dedicated extramural funding that complements existing strengths within our academic community. Compensation (including a generous package of fringe benefits) depends on qualifications. For information on benefits, please consult the University of Chicago Benefits Guide: https://mybenefits.nfp.com/UChicago/benefits-guide/. Prior to the start of employment, applicants must 1) have a doctoral degree or equivalent in Biological Sciences, Biomedical Sciences, or a related discipline and 2) have completed postdoctoral training. Publication record and ability to obtain extramural grants will be considered. To be considered, those interested must apply through The University of Chicago‚ Academic Recruitment job board, which uses Interfolio to accept applications: http://apply.interfolio.com/167036. Applicants must upload a cover letter, CV including bibliography, and contact information for 3 references. Review of complete applications will continue until the position is filled. For instructions on the Interfolio application process, please visit http://tiny.cc/InterfolioHelp. The University of Chicago is using Interfolio's Faculty Search to conduct this search. Applicants to this position receive a free Dossier account and can send all application materials, including confidential letters of recommendation, free of charge. For help signing up, accessing your account, or submitting your application please check out Interfolio's help and support section or get in touch via email at help@interfolio.com or phone at (877) 997-8807. If you apply for this position please say you saw it on Psychoneuroxy

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The University of Chicago's Department of Neurobiology is searching for a Research Assistant Professor whose primary activity will be academic research in association with a faculty member or team. The appointee will be responsible for designing and implementing behavioral-neurophysiological experiments using trained, behaving non-human primates to understand the neuronal mechanisms underlying visual attention. The position entails collecting and analyzing large datasets, writing manuscripts, and applying for grants both as a member of the larger team and independently. The appointee will ultimately create an independent research effort with dedicated extramural funding that complements existing strengths within our academic community. Compensation (including a generous package of fringe benefits) depends on qualifications. For information on benefits, please consult the University of Chicago Benefits Guide: https://mybenefits.nfp.com/UChicago/benefits-guide/.

Prior to the start of employment, applicants must 1) have a doctoral degree or equivalent in Biological Sciences, Biomedical Sciences, or a related discipline and 2) have completed postdoctoral training.

Publication record and ability to obtain extramural grants will be considered.

To be considered, those interested must apply through The University of Chicago‚ Academic Recruitment job board, which uses Interfolio to accept applications: http://apply.interfolio.com/167036. Applicants must upload a cover letter, CV including bibliography, and contact information for 3 references. Review of complete applications will continue until the position is filled.

For instructions on the Interfolio application process, please visit http://tiny.cc/InterfolioHelp.

The University of Chicago is using Interfolio's Faculty Search to conduct this search. Applicants to this position receive a free Dossier account and can send all application materials, including confidential letters of recommendation, free of charge.

For help signing up, accessing your account, or submitting your application please check out Interfolio's help and support section or get in touch via email at help@interfolio.com or phone at (877) 997-8807.

If you apply for this position please say you saw it on Psychoneuroxy

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