<div dir="ltr"><span id="gmail-docs-internal-guid-5948b450-7fff-b086-ce5a-223369d47f66"><p dir="ltr" style="line-height:1.38;margin-top:0pt;margin-bottom:0pt"><span style="font-size:11pt;font-family:Arial;color:rgb(0,0,0);background-color:transparent;font-weight:700;font-variant-numeric:normal;font-variant-east-asian:normal;vertical-align:baseline;white-space:pre-wrap">Post-doctoral Associate Position</span></p><p dir="ltr" style="line-height:1.38;margin-top:0pt;margin-bottom:0pt"><span style="font-size:11pt;font-family:Arial;color:rgb(0,0,0);background-color:transparent;font-variant-numeric:normal;font-variant-east-asian:normal;vertical-align:baseline;white-space:pre-wrap">Department of Psychology, University of Minnesota</span></p><br><p dir="ltr" style="line-height:1.38;margin-top:0pt;margin-bottom:0pt"><span style="font-size:11pt;font-family:Arial;color:rgb(0,0,0);background-color:transparent;font-variant-numeric:normal;font-variant-east-asian:normal;vertical-align:baseline;white-space:pre-wrap">The laboratories of Cheryl Olman and Audrey Sederberg at the University of Minnesota, Twin Cities, invite applications for a full-time Post-doctoral Associate position beginning as early as January 31, 2022. Please apply by Jan. 15, 2022, for full consideration. </span></p><p dir="ltr" style="line-height:1.38;margin-top:0pt;margin-bottom:0pt"><span style="font-size:11pt;font-family:Arial;color:rgb(0,0,0);background-color:transparent;font-variant-numeric:normal;font-variant-east-asian:normal;vertical-align:baseline;white-space:pre-wrap"><br></span></p><p dir="ltr" style="line-height:1.38;margin-top:0pt;margin-bottom:0pt"><span style="font-size:11pt;font-family:Arial;color:rgb(0,0,0);background-color:transparent;font-variant-numeric:normal;font-variant-east-asian:normal;vertical-align:baseline;white-space:pre-wrap">We are seeking scholars specializing in dynamical systems modeling of neuronal networks for work on a BRAIN Initiative-funded R01 in collaboration with Gordon Smith and Tay Netoff. </span><span style="font-size:10.5pt;font-family:Arial;color:rgb(0,0,0);font-variant-numeric:normal;font-variant-east-asian:normal;vertical-align:baseline;white-space:pre-wrap">This project seeks to elucidate the neuronal mechanisms of contextual modulation in primary visual cortex, developing a model that can eventually be used to perceptual behavioral judgments and human fMRI and MEG data and shed light on how changes in circuit structure result in aberrant perception in mental disorders. To do so, the successful candidate will work with a team of theorists and experimentalists to develop a computational framework that is based on the responses of specific inhibitory neuronal sub-populations (e.g., parvalbumin- vs. somatostatin-containing interneurons) measured via 2-photon imaging in the ferret. <b>The end goal of our work is to leverage the ability to test a model of excitatory-inhibitory interactions against data collected in an animal model with columnar architecture in primary visual cortex, thereby maximizing the likelihood that the model accurately simulates neuronal interactions in human visual cortex</b>. </span><span style="font-size:11pt;font-family:Arial;color:rgb(0,0,0);background-color:transparent;font-variant-numeric:normal;font-variant-east-asian:normal;vertical-align:baseline;white-space:pre-wrap">Successful candidates should also demonstrate in their application materials and CV an excellence (or evidence of potential excellence) in work supporting recruitment, retention, and mentorship of African American, Latinx/Hispanic, and/or Native American undergraduate and graduate students. </span></p><br><p dir="ltr" style="line-height:1.38;margin-top:0pt;margin-bottom:0pt"><span style="font-size:11pt;font-family:Arial;color:rgb(0,0,0);background-color:transparent;font-variant-numeric:normal;font-variant-east-asian:normal;vertical-align:baseline;white-space:pre-wrap">The appointment will be 100% time over the twelve-month calendar year, with a salary greater than or equal to the NIH guidance for post-docs (commensurate with years of experience). The hiring department will be Psychology, although the collaborative work spans laboratories in Psychology, Neuroscience, and Biomedical Engineering. The job description is: </span></p><p dir="ltr" style="line-height:1.38;margin-top:0pt;margin-bottom:0pt"><span style="font-size:11pt;font-family:Arial;color:rgb(0,0,0);background-color:transparent;font-variant-numeric:normal;font-variant-east-asian:normal;vertical-align:baseline;white-space:pre-wrap">●  Design, implement, and evaluate computational models that assimilate 2-photon data (65%)</span></p><p dir="ltr" style="line-height:1.38;margin-top:0pt;margin-bottom:0pt"><span style="font-size:11pt;font-family:Arial;color:rgb(0,0,0);background-color:transparent;font-variant-numeric:normal;font-variant-east-asian:normal;vertical-align:baseline;white-space:pre-wrap">●  Author, co-author, and otherwise collaborate on reports, conference papers and journal articles. (20%)</span></p><p dir="ltr" style="line-height:1.38;margin-top:0pt;margin-bottom:0pt"><span style="font-size:11pt;font-family:Arial;color:rgb(0,0,0);background-color:transparent;font-variant-numeric:normal;font-variant-east-asian:normal;vertical-align:baseline;white-space:pre-wrap">●  Work, with the support of faculty mentors, on career development activities. (15%)</span></p><br><p dir="ltr" style="line-height:1.38;margin-top:0pt;margin-bottom:0pt"><span style="font-size:11pt;font-family:Arial;color:rgb(0,0,0);background-color:transparent;font-variant-numeric:normal;font-variant-east-asian:normal;vertical-align:baseline;white-space:pre-wrap">Please direct questions about the position to Cheryl Olman, </span><a href="mailto:caolman@umn.edu" style="text-decoration-line:none"><span style="font-size:11pt;font-family:Arial;color:rgb(0,0,0);background-color:transparent;font-variant-numeric:normal;font-variant-east-asian:normal;text-decoration-line:underline;vertical-align:baseline;white-space:pre-wrap">caolman@umn.edu</span></a><span style="font-size:11pt;font-family:Arial;color:rgb(0,0,0);background-color:transparent;font-variant-numeric:normal;font-variant-east-asian:normal;vertical-align:baseline;white-space:pre-wrap">. </span></p><br><p dir="ltr" style="line-height:1.38;margin-top:0pt;margin-bottom:0pt"><span style="font-size:11pt;font-family:Arial;color:rgb(0,0,0);background-color:transparent;font-style:italic;font-variant-numeric:normal;font-variant-east-asian:normal;vertical-align:baseline;white-space:pre-wrap">How to apply</span></p><p dir="ltr" style="line-height:1.38;margin-top:0pt;margin-bottom:0pt"><span style="font-size:11pt;font-family:Arial;color:rgb(0,0,0);background-color:transparent;font-variant-numeric:normal;font-variant-east-asian:normal;vertical-align:baseline;white-space:pre-wrap">Please apply online via the Employment System at: <a href="http://www1.umn.edu/ohr/employment">http://www1.umn.edu/ohr/employment</a>, referencing job posting ID </span><span style="font-size:11pt;font-family:Arial;font-variant-numeric:normal;font-variant-east-asian:normal;vertical-align:baseline;white-space:pre-wrap">344993</span><span style="font-size:11pt;font-family:Arial;color:rgb(0,0,0);background-color:transparent;font-variant-numeric:normal;font-variant-east-asian:normal;vertical-align:baseline;white-space:pre-wrap">. Applications must be submitted online. To be considered for this position, please click on "APPLY FOR THIS POSTING" and follow the instructions. You will have an opportunity to complete an online application for the position and attach materials related to your candidacy, including 1) a cover letter, 2) curriculum vitae, 3) a 500 word research statement, 4) a 500 word statement of commitment to supporting diversity; and 5) samples of written work. </span></p><br><p dir="ltr" style="line-height:1.38;margin-top:0pt;margin-bottom:0pt"><span style="font-size:11pt;font-family:Arial;color:rgb(0,0,0);background-color:transparent;font-variant-numeric:normal;font-variant-east-asian:normal;vertical-align:baseline;white-space:pre-wrap">To request an accommodation during the application process, please e-mail <a href="mailto:employ@umn.edu">employ@umn.edu</a> or call (612) 624-UOHR (8647). Any offer of employment is contingent upon the successful completion of a background check. Our presumption is that prospective employees are eligible to work here. Criminal convictions do not automatically disqualify finalists from employment.</span></p><br><span style="font-size:11pt;font-family:Arial;color:rgb(0,0,0);background-color:transparent;font-variant-numeric:normal;font-variant-east-asian:normal;vertical-align:baseline;white-space:pre-wrap">Review of applications will begin on January 15</span><span style="font-size:11pt;font-family:Arial;color:rgb(0,0,0);background-color:transparent;font-variant-numeric:normal;font-variant-east-asian:normal;vertical-align:baseline;white-space:pre-wrap"><span style="font-size:0.6em;vertical-align:super">th</span></span><span style="font-size:11pt;font-family:Arial;color:rgb(0,0,0);background-color:transparent;font-variant-numeric:normal;font-variant-east-asian:normal;vertical-align:baseline;white-space:pre-wrap">, 2021 and continue until the position is filled. In addition to the material submitted electronically, applicants are asked to arrange for two letters of recommendation to be sent directly to <a href="mailto:caolman@umn.edu">caolman@umn.edu</a>.</span></span><br clear="all"><div><br></div>-- <br><div dir="ltr" class="gmail_signature" data-smartmail="gmail_signature"><div dir="ltr"><div><font color="#cccccc">----------------------------------------------------------------</font></div><div><font color="#cccccc">Cheryl A. Olman, PhD</font></div><div><font color="#cccccc">Associate Professor, Department of Psychology</font></div><div><font color="#cccccc">Distinguished University Teaching Professor</font></div><div><font color="#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