Job Title

Postdoctoral Research Associate - Neuroscience

Agency

Tarleton State University

Department

Neuroscience

Proposed Minimum Salary

$5,000.00 monthly

Job Location

Stephenville, Texas

Job Type

Staff

Job Description

The Department of Neuroscience at Tarleton State University invites applications for a Postdoctoral Research Associate, with a focus on investigating the neural processing of pain. The successful candidate will work in the Behavioral Neuroscience and Psychophysiology research laboratory led by Dr. Amber Harris Bozer, which investigates the neural processing of the multidimensional nature of pain. We seek a highly motivated postdoctoral researcher with a background in dolorology who preferably has experience working with electroencephalography.

This is a full-time position located on Tarleton's main campus at Stephenville, Texas and is a renewable twelve-month appointment with a maximum appointment of three years. This is a non-faculty research staff appointment. Must have the ability to work remotely at the request of the university in times of inclement weather or other special circumstances.

Job Duties:

Conduct all phases of the research process including but not limited to study design, data collection, data analysis, and dissemination of findings (abstracts, presentations, manuscripts).

Collect data including methods such as survey, EEG, behavioral paradigms, and cognitive assays for ongoing research as well as novel research.

Train and mentor undergraduate students. Dr. Harris Bozer is a dedicated mentor who values student success and places it at the forefront of lab priorities.

Assist with the development of new grant applications.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

Ability to communicate by clear, concise, accurate oral and written means of expression.

Ability to independently assess and implement laboratory methods and interpret results.

A successful record of authorship on peer-reviewed publications and presentations.

Ability to be proactive, highly organized, and responsible with a strong work ethic.

Minimum Qualifications:

PhD in Neuroscience, Experimental Psychology (with a focus in Neuroscience), Biology, Computational Neuroscience, or closely related field from an accredited university.

Fundamental knowledge, formal training, and demonstrated enthusiasm for the field of dolorology.

Experience working in a collaborative team environment and maintaining strong professional relationships.

Demonstrated ability to manage and complete complex projects.

Excellent communication skills in written and spoken English.

Experience with data analysis with statistical software such as R, SPSS, JASP, etc. and figure generation software (i.e. PRISM or SigmaPlot).

Preferred Qualifications:

Experience collecting electroencephalogram data (preferably with the MagStim EGI system).

Experience analyzing EEG data (especially coherence and current dipole analysis).

The successful candidate will have earned a PhD or equivalent research doctorate at the time of appointment; will have received their doctoral degree no more than 4 years before the start of the financial support; and will be able to begin employment at Tarleton State University in 2025. If the degree has not been conferred at the time applicant applies for the postdoctoral scholar position, a letter needs to be attached from their school's Registrar's Office certifying that all requirements for the degree have been met and stating the degree conferral date.

The selected candidate for the position must be able to meet eligibility requirements for work in the United States at the time appointment is scheduled to begin and continue working legally for the proposed term of employment, be able to communicate effectively in English, and be trained in or able to obtain training in the responsible and ethical conduct of research.

Application Procedure:

During the application process applicants have one opportunity to enter the requested information, upload documents, and Submit the application. Applicants will not be able to make changes or add additional documents once the application materials have been submitted via the "Submit" action.

Employment applications must include (required):

Completed online application

Cover Letter / Letter of Interest addressing qualifications

Curriculum Vitae or Resume

At least 3 current professional references and their full contact information

Unofficial transcripts

Applicants with degrees earned outside the United States must submit transcripts translated into English, along with an official credential evaluation from a recognized service.

         

Applications received by Tarleton State University must have all job application data entered.  Failure to provide all job application data could result in an invalid submission and a rejected application.  “See resume” is not an acceptable entry in the job application.  Incomplete applications will not be considered.

Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled.

Official transcripts must be received directly from each degree‐granting institution prior to a letter of appointment being issued.

Compensation & Benefits

Salary: Commensurate with experience

Salary Range:

The annual salary is $60,000 based on funding availability in relation to the minimum requirements of this position. Tarleton State University offers a career filled with purpose and opportunity in addition to competitive wages. As part of the Tarleton family, the following benefits are also available to full time and qualifying part time employees:

Educational Benefits - employee perks that help enrich, grow, and foster career and professional development:

Family Education Benefit (Tuition Scholarship) – scholarship opportunities for Tarleton employees, their spouses, or their dependents available after 6 months of continued full-time employment. Click the link to learn more about this incredible Texan benefit!

Masters Educational Assistance – is designed to invest in and assist employees further their knowledge, skills, and job effectiveness through 100% of eligible tuition and fees being paid on enrollment. Click link for additional guidelines and details!

Employee Health, Wellness, and Financial Planning

Fully covered employee health insurance

Reimbursement of Insurance Premium Deductions! The State of Texas contributes to eligible employees’ insurance coverages as of the 1st day of the month following 60 days of employment in an eligible position. For those who elect coverage PRIOR to the first of the month after 60 days of employment, Tarleton State University will reimburse employees the State contribution towards health coverage during those first 60 days.

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Retirement and Insurance programs

Paid Leave

Tarleton employees enjoy one of the greatest PTO packages in the area!

Paid sick leave

Holiday pay

Vacation

Longevity pay

Paid Birthday Leave – Tarleton State University awards all leave-eligible employees paid time off for their birthday!

Other

Complimentary tickets to all Athletic and Performing Fine Arts events!

Tarleton Employees enjoy two complimentary general admission tickets for athletics and performing fine arts events on campus! Join Texan Nation on the bleachers or in the auditorium.

Employee Wellness Release Time

Staff Gym Membership Discount with Campus Recreation

and other Tarleton Discounts

Qualified candidates are encouraged to submit a completed application for consideration. Initial review of applications will begin immediately and continue until position is filled.

All positions are security-sensitive. Applicants are subject to a criminal history investigation, and employment is contingent upon the institution’s verification of credentials and/or other information required by the institution’s procedures, including the completion of the criminal history check.

Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action/Veterans/Disability Employer.