Senior Neuroscientist - Cognitive Research

Placements24; Kimberley; Hybrid; CAD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work arrangement

Professional development funding

Access to research facilities

Health insurance

Job summary

Placements24 seeks a Senior Neuroscientist to lead cognitive neuroscience research in a hybrid role based in Kimberley. You will guide experimental design, apply neuroimaging and electrophysiology, and develop models to explain cognitive processes.

You will mentor researchers, publish findings, and collaborate with clinicians to translate basic discoveries into potential applications in neuroscience. Excellent communication and leadership are essential.

Qualifications

• Ph.D. in neuroscience or related field with strong cognitive neuroscience background.
• Minimum 6 years of post-doctoral or independent cognitive neuroscience research experience.
• Proven ability to design and execute cognitive neuroscience experiments.

Responsibilities

• Design and conduct experiments on neural mechanisms of attention, learning, and memory.
• Use neuroimaging and electrophysiology to record and analyze brain activity.
• Develop computational models to interpret neurophysiological data.
• Collaborate with clinicians and researchers to bridge basic and applied work.
• Mentor junior researchers and contribute to publications and talks.

Skills

Cognitive neuroscience design

Data analysis

Statistical modeling

Leadership

Collaborative research

Education

Ph.D. in Neuroscience

Tools

SPM

FSL

AFNI

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking an experienced Senior Neuroscientist to lead research in Cognitive Neuroscience , operating under a hybrid work model in Kimberley . This role will focus on investigating the neural basis of cognition, memory, and decision-making using a range of advanced research methodologies. You will guide experimental design, data analysis, and interpretation, collaborating with a multidisciplinary team of researchers. This is an excellent opportunity to contribute to fundamental discoveries in neuroscience and shape the direction of cognitive research within a supportive and innovative environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Design and conduct experiments investigating neural mechanisms underlying cognitive functions, such as attention, learning, and memory.
• Utilize neuroimaging techniques (e.g., fMRI, EEG) and electrophysiology to record and analyze brain activity.
• Develop computational models to simulate cognitive processes and interpret neurophysiological data.
• Collaborate with clinicians and other researchers to bridge basic research findings with potential applications.
• Analyze complex datasets, ensuring statistical rigor and validity of results.
• Mentor junior researchers and contribute to scientific publications and presentations.

Requirements

• Ph.D. in Neuroscience, Psychology, Cognitive Science, or a related field.
• Minimum of 6 years of post-doctoral or independent research experience in cognitive neuroscience.
• Proven expertise in designing and executing cognitive neuroscience experiments.
• Strong experience with neuroimaging data acquisition and analysis software (e.g., SPM, FSL, AFNI).
• Proficiency in statistical analysis and data modeling techniques.
• Excellent communication, leadership, and collaborative skills for this Kimberley -based hybrid role.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and performance-based incentives.
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance.
• Hybrid work arrangement promoting work-life balance.
• Funding for professional development, conferences, and workshops.
• Access to cutting-edge neuroscience research equipment and facilities.
• A stimulating and collaborative research atmosphere.