Neurophysiology and Cognition Lab- Post Doctoral - Mount Sinai – Manhattan, NY

Mount Sinai Health System; New York (NY); On-site; USD 64,800 - 79,200; Full time

Job summary

Mount Sinai Health System in New York is inviting applications for a postdoctoral position in the Neurophysiology and Cognition Lab led by Dr. Shlomit Beker. The role involves research on autism and related disorders, focusing on electrophysiological data collection and analysis. Candidates should have a PhD in neuroscience or cognitive science and experience in electrophysiology. The compensation is $72,000 annually, plus additional benefits. Interested applicants should send their CV and cover letter to [e-mail].

Qualifications

• PhD required in neuroscience, cognitive science, or a related field.
• Experience with electrophysiology, either with humans or animals.
• Strong background in signal analysis and computational modeling.

Responsibilities

• Assist in studying the biological underpinnings of autism and genetic disorders.
• Contribute to data collection and analysis.
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams.

Skills

Electrophysiology experience

Signal analysis

Computational modeling

Good interpersonal skills

Passion for scientific research

Education

PhD in neuroscience, cognitive science or related fields

Job description

Description

The Neurophysiology and Cognition Lab led by Dr. Shlomit Beker, PhD, invites applications for a postdoctoral position. The research is done on electrophysiological data (EEG and recordings from the periphery) collected through computerized and social tasks, from individuals with autism and other neurodevelopmental disorders. The Beker lab at the Seaver Autism Center studies children and adults with autism and rare genetic disorders, and how they interact with their immediate environment. We apply advanced signal analysis approaches to address questions on cognition and social interaction in these clinical populations.

Responsibilities

The postdoc will assist in studying the biological underpinnings of autism and rare genetic disorders, contributing to data collection, analysis, publication, and collaboration across interdisciplinary teams.

Qualifications

• PhD in neuroscience, cognitive science or related fields
• Experience with electrophysiology (humans or animals)
• Strong background in signal analysis and computational modeling
• Good interpersonal skills
• Passion for advancing scientific understanding of human cognition in disorders
• Commitment to developing theoretical frameworks and contributing to ongoing studies

Compensation

Range from 72,000 to 72,000 (not including bonuses, incentive compensation, or benefits)

Salary Disclosure

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Application Instructions

Please specify job title of interest and send CV with cover letter to [e-mail].

Equal Opportunity Employer

The Mount Sinai Health System is an equal‑opportunity employer. We do not discriminate based on protected characteristics.