The Optimal Outcomes project at the University of Connecticut is recruiting applicants for an anticipated Postdoctoral Research Associate position. The successful applicant will play a key role on this NIH-funded research project (PIs: Inge-Marie Eigsti, Ph.D., and Deborah Fein, Ph.D.) investigating individuals who were diagnosed with autism at an early age, but who no longer present with any symptoms. This group is described as having an optimal outcome (OO). We will identify early predictors and patterns of neuroplasticity that support reorganization, and compare OO to high-functioning autism in. Our approach combines neuroimaging and assessments of behavioral function. The successful candidate will join the intellectually rich Brain and Cognitive Science community and will have opportunities to collaborate with an outstanding group of scientists and clinicians to build an independent research program.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

1. Ph.D. in a relevant field, such as Psychology, Cognitive Neuroscience, or Speech, Language, and Hearing Sciences.
2. A record of research productivity is required.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

1. Strong expertise in autism, psychological assessment, or in human fMRI, as evidenced by Ph.D. thesis and/or publications
2. Experience in psycholinguistics, cognitive psychology, and/or cognitive neuropsychology.

APPOINTMENT TERMS

This will be a full-time, 12-month, annually renewable position. Salary will be commensurate with experience. The start date is flexible. For additional information regarding benefits visit: http://hr.uconn.edu/benefits-summaries/ . For additional information about the University visit: http://www.uconn.edu/

TO APPLY

Please apply online at www.jobs.uconn.edu , Staff Positions. Interested candidates should submit a letter of interest, a CV, up to three representative publications, and the contact information for three references. Questions regarding this position may be directed to Professor Inge-Marie Eigsti via email at inge-marie.eigsti@uconn.edu . Employment of the successful candidate will be contingent on the successful completion of a pre-employment criminal background check. (Search # 2018422)

This job posting is scheduled to be removed at 11:59 p.m. Eastern time on January 31, 2018.

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