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<p><a href="https://scholar.google.com/citations?user=ejJVE0wAAAAJ&hl=en&authuser=1"><strong>Jorge Almeida</strong></a> and <a href="https://scholar.google.com/citations?hl=en&authuser=1&user=hvvrK8cAAAAJ"><strong>Alfonso Caramazza</strong></a> are inviting applications for a <strong>Postdoctoral Researcher</strong> position focused on <strong>fMRI and object processing</strong>, based at the <strong>University of Coimbra</strong>, Portugal.</p>
<p>We are seeking candidates with a <strong>PhD in cognitive neuroscience, psychology, or a related field</strong>, and a strong interest in the <strong>neural basis of object recognition and representation</strong>. Ideal applicants will have expertise in the area of object-related features such as <strong>shape</strong>, <strong>texture</strong>, <strong>material properties</strong>, <strong>surface characteristics</strong>, and <strong>action (grasp, use, etc)</strong>.</p>
<p>We are particularly looking for researchers with:</p>
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<li>Strong expertise in <strong>fMRI</strong>, especially <strong>multivariate pattern analysis (MVPA)</strong> and <strong>decoding methods</strong> (e.g., <strong>SVM</strong>)</li>
<li>Solid <strong>programming skills</strong></li>
<li>Excellent <strong>communication and mentoring skills</strong></li>
<li>High <strong>proficiency in English</strong></li>
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<p>The selected applicant will work with Jorge Almeida and Alfonso Caramazza, and will also benefit from the lively academic environment and research groups, led by <a href="https://scholar.google.com/citations?hl=en&authuser=1&user=aPwpIY0AAAAJ">Jason Fischer</a>, <a href="https://scholar.google.com/citations?hl=en&authuser=1&user=E5cBHVQAAAAJ">Joana Carvalho</a>, and <a href="https://scholar.google.com/citations?user=3-Hh3toAAAAJ&hl=en">Robert Whitwell</a>, which we are currently building in the Psychology Department of the University of Coimbra, Portugal, funded by a major European Grant – ERA Chair <a href="https://cordis.europa.eu/project/id/101087584">CogBooster</a>. The project addresses central issues about object recognition and representation, including mid-level processing.</p>
<p>The position is for 2 to 3 years, and the salary is the standard Post-Doctoral pay-scale in Portugal (net value 1850 Euros per month; this is a competitive salary for the cost of living in Portugal and especially in Coimbra) with all the typical benefits (e.g., paid vacation). Access to research infrastructure is fully-funded (e.g., fMRI hours) and some travel funding for conferences is available. The position is available immediately or upon an agreed starting date. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis, until the position is filled.</p>
<p>The <a href="https://proactionlab.fpce.uc.pt/">Proaction Lab</a> is a well-established lab with an international group of researchers focusing on the cognitive and neural processes subserving object recognition and object use. Facilities include access to a 3T MRI scanner with a 32-channel coil, a 7T scanner (in collaboration with a site outside of Portugal), tDCS, and a psychophysics lab (120 Hz screens, button boxes, etc). Additional resources on site include a 256 ch. EEG and motion tracking and eyetracking systems. We also have a science communication office working with the lab and the CogBooster groups.</p>
<p>The University of Coimbra is a 700-year-old University and is a UNESCO world Heritage site. Coimbra is a beautiful and lively university city with easy access to beaches and mountains.</p>
<p>You should apply as soon as you can. If interested send an email to <a href="mailto:jorgecbalmeida@gmail.com">jorgecbalmeida@gmail.com</a> and <a href="mailto:caram@wjh.harvard.edu">caram@wjh.harvard.edu</a>, with a CV and motivation letter. </p>
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