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Approval of remote and hybrid work is not guaranteed regardless of work location. For additional information on remote work at Penn State, see Notice to Out of State Applicants.

This is a term position; length of the term will be discussed during the interview process. Continuation past the term length discussed will be based on university need, performance, and/or availability of funding.

 

POSITION SPECIFICS

The Cognitive Aging and Neuroimaging (CAN) Lab within the Department of Psychology at The Pennsylvania State University invites applications for a Postdoctoral Scholar to start Summer 2025, with flexibility.

Current projects in the lab center around understanding the cognitive and neural processes underlying false memories and associative memories. With respect to cognitive aging, our research examines neural markers of age-related cognitive decline, as well as mechanisms supporting neural compensation. Regarding neuroimaging, we utilize univariate, multivariate (pattern classification, representational similarity analyses), functional connectivity, and structural analytical approaches in our investigation of encoding and retrieval processes underlying memory performance.

Information about all of our research, including ongoing projects, can be found on our lab website at https://canlab.la.psu.edu/.

The Postdoctoral Scholar will work on an NIH-funded project that aims to understand the neural basis of associative memory in aging, with studies focused on mitigating age-related memory deficits. The position involves neuroimaging data collection and analysis, mentoring students, and writing research papers for publication.

Postdoctoral Scholars receive mentorship and resources to prepare them for an independent career, including advanced training in fMRI analyses, cognitive aging, memory, and cognitive functioning.

They also engage in professional development activities such as writing manuscripts and grants, presenting at conferences, and receiving career planning guidance. Funding is available to support conference travel and other professional development opportunities.

Requirements include a PhD in psychology, neuroscience, or a related field, with a record of publications. Applicants must have the PhD in hand by the appointment date. This is a non-