Brain and Cognitive Development Lab, University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
We are looking to recruit a postdoctoral scholar to work on an ongoing longitudinal study in the Brain and Cognitive Development Lab at the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign under the direction of Dr Dan Hyde. The project employs both functional near-infrared spectroscopy (fNIRS) and event-related potentials (ERPs) to examine the relationship between functional brain re-organization and numeracy in children from 2-6 years with a multi-wave, longitudinal design.
The postdoctoral scholar is anticipated to play a large role in pre-registration development, data analyses, manuscript development, data dissemination (e.g., conference presentation), and data curation. The postdoctoral scholar will also help with ongoing data collection. Participation in the project will also provide opportunities for novel project development and continued future access to the resulting longitudinal dataset.
More information about the lab can be found on the following website: https://publish.illinois.edu/danielchyde/
This position requires a Ph.D. in psychology or a field related to the project (e.g., neuroscience, cognitive science, human development) by the start date, at least 2-3 years of research experience relevant to at least one dimension of the project (e.g., longitudinal statistical modeling, relevant brain measures, hands-on experience with the population of interest, early numeracy, etc.), and the ability to work rigorously and comfortably with families and children to conduct research.
Although not necessary, the ideal candidate will also have a strong command of longitudinal statistical modeling, demonstrated expertise in developmental cognitive neuroscience (fNIRS and/or EEG), and a strong interest in numerical cognition.
This position is for 1 year, with the possibility of renewal at the end of the year based on funding availability and performance review. Pay/salary is commensurate with experience and negotiable within constraints of the funding mechanism.
Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis until a hire is made. The applicant would ideally start early summer 2026, but an earlier or later start date could be negotiated.
Interested applicants should email Dr. Hyde (dchyde@illinois.edu) with questions. To apply, please send a CV, one-page statement of relevant research experience and interests, and a list of three people who can serve as references.
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Contact: dchyde@illinois.edu