USA: Postdoctoral Position in Neural Control and Sensorimotor Mechanisms in Stuttering, the University of Connecticut

The Laboratory for Speech Physiology and Motor Control in the Department of Communication Sciences at the University of Connecticut (Project P.I.: Ludo Max, Ph.D.) is seeking applications for a postdoctoral position to study various aspects of the neural systems underlying sensorimotor control of speech movements in individuals who stutter. This NIH-funded project involves both psychophysical and neuroimaging (fMRI) experiments, and the selected candidate will have opportunities to contribute to both lines of work. Facilities in the lab include, among other things, electromagnetic motion tracking for speech articulatory movements as well as for upper limb movements, real-time digital signal processors for auditory perturbations of speech and a Phantom 1.0 robot for mechanical perturbations of the jaw, tendon/muscle vibration, EEG/EP systems, and a virtual display environment for arm motor learning studies.

Candidates with a Ph.D. degree in cognitive/behavioral neuroscience, motor control, biomedical engineering, speech and hearing science, experimental psychology, and related fields are encouraged to apply. Good programming skills (Matlab and C++) are preferred. Candidates should be highly motivated and have an interest in publishing research in the area of speech motor control and stuttering.

The preferred starting date for this position is January 1, 2009. Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled.

Applicants are asked to submit (a) a cover letter describing their research experiences, interests, and goals, (b) a curriculum vitae, (c) the names, rank/position, and contact information of three individuals who can serve as references, and (d) reprints of relevant journal publications. For more information, please contact Ludo Max, Ph.D. (e-mail: ludo.max[at]uconn.edu; phone: 860.486.4078). Applications can be submitted to the same e-mail address.

For more information about this research laboratory at the University of Connecticut see www.uconn.edu/lab/lspmc