Postdoctoral Fellow in Vision, Aging and Eeg - Toronto, Canada - Baycrest

Baycrest

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3 weeks ago

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The Rotman Research Institute at Baycrest has an opportunity for

POSTDOCTORAL FELLOW IN VISION, AGING AND EEG

Temporary Full Time (Approx. 24 months)
Non-Union | 70 hours | Bi-weekly

The Rotman Research Institute (RRI) at Baycrest Academy for Research and Education is a premier international centre for the study of human brain function, with a special focus on aging and the brain.

Founded in 1989, and fully affiliated with the University of Toronto, the RRI's scientists, staff, and trainees have supported Baycrest in becoming Canada's #1 most research-intensive hospital, with scientific foci in four primary areas consistent with its home on the campus of

Baycrest Seniors Care:
sensory and cognitive neuroscience, computational neuroscience and neuroinformatics, aging and brain health, and Alzheimer's and related dementias. The RRI has significant research infrastructure for neuroimaging, neurostimulation, psychophysics, and behavioural testing, including Institute-based and mobile-testing laboratories.

The RRI houses several research centres and programs, including the Kunin-Lunenfeld Centre for Applied Research and Evaluation, the Anne and Allan Bank Centre for Clinical Research Trials, the Kimel Family Centre for Brain Health and Wellness, the RRI Research Training Centre, and the Ben and Hilda Katz Inter-Professional Research Program in Geriatric and Dementia Care.

Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

Overseeing the recruitment and testing of diverse participants (including younger and older adults, individuals with cognitive impairment, and dementia)
Developing and implementing research protocols to address study aims
Analyzing data using stateoftheart methodologies
Disseminating research results through publications, conference presentations, and other knowledge mobilization tools in a timely manner
Mentoring and supporting junior lab members and research assistants

Qualifications include but are not limited to:

PhD in psychology, neuroscience, vision science, computer science or a related field
Experience with perceptual research, EEG/MEG, and experimental design
Proficient programming and statistical analysis skills (e.g., Matlab, Python, R)
Strong oral and written communication skills
Ability to collaborate effectively in a team environment
Experience with research in aging, cognitive impairment, or dementia or other neurodegenerative disorders is an asset

Date Posted:
June 7, 2023

Internal Job Closing Date:
July 25, 2023

Total Compensation

Competitive salary and vacation
Enrolment in Extended Health and Dental Benefit Plan
Enrolment in the Healthcare of Ontario Pension Plan ("HOOPP")
Access to 24/7 Employee Assistance Program
Please note that Baycrest has implemented mandatory vaccination for all employees. It is a condition of employment that new employees provide proof that they are fully vaccinated against COVID19 prior to the start date of employment. This means that all new employees must have received all required doses of a COVID19 vaccine approved by Health Canada at least 14 days prior to their start date. In addition, it is a condition of employment that all new hires obtain and submit proof of all booster vaccines as approved and recommended by Health Canada._

- traditional career paths. Accommodation will be provided in all parts of the hiring process where needed._

Please note that Baycrest has implemented mandatory vaccination for all employees. It is a condition of employment that new employees provide proof that they are fully vaccinated against COVID19 prior to the start date of employment. This means that all new employees must have received all required doses of a COVID19 vaccine approved by Health Canada at least 14 days prior to their start date. In addition, it is a condition of employment that all new hires obtain and submit proof of all booster vaccines as approved and recommended by Health Canada._
Applicants who have appropriate written proof of a medical reason, or a reason pursuant to the Ontario Human Rights Code, for not being fully vaccinated against COVID19 may provide such documentation to the Human Resources department. Such situations will be considered on a casebycase basis._

Remarkable people of Baycrest Health Sciences

are changing the future of brain health and aging.

Thank you for your interest in joining Baycrest. Only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

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