Post Doctoral Scholar- Otolaryngology

The Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 52,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

The Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center is seeking a Postdoctoral Research Associate to advance NIH-funded research in the Auditory Evoked Potential Laboratory. The role combines computational modeling, data collection, and analysis with opportunities to develop new research questions.

You will contribute to manuscript preparation, conference presentations, and grant applications, while gaining interdisciplinary training in auditory neuroscience and cochlear implant research.

Qualifications

• Ph.D. or equivalent in a relevant field and strong research skills.
• Experience with quantitative data analysis and statistics.
• Ability to work in interdisciplinary teams and communicate effectively.

Responsibilities

• Engage in NIH-funded research in AEP laboratory and contribute to modeling and software development.
• Conduct electrophysiological recordings and psychophysical testing.
• Prepare manuscripts, conference presentations, and grant applications.
• Collaborate to design follow-up studies and new research questions.

Skills

computational programming

computational modeling

auditory neuroscience

cochlear implants

auditory electrophysiology

psychophysics

speech perception

Education

Ph.D. or equivalent doctoral degree in biomedical engineering, electrical engineering, computational neuroscience, neuroscience, computer science, hearing science, psychology, applied mathematics, or a related field

Job description

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Job Description

The Postdoctoral Research Associate will pursue specialized research training and gain advanced research experience in the Auditory Evoked Potential (AEP) Laboratory within the Department of Otolaryngology–Head and Neck Surgery at The Ohio State University. The successful candidate will contribute to NIH-funded research with two major areas of focus. The first will investigate neural encoding and processing of electrical stimulation in the auditory nerve of adult and pediatric cochlear implant users under the mentorship of Dr. Shuman He. The second will focus on the development and validation of a new humanized computational model of cochlear nerve responses to electrical stimulation under the mentorship of Dr. Ian Bruce. This work will integrate experimental data obtained from human cochlear implant users with computational modeling and simulation. Research approaches will include electrophysiological recordings of auditory nerve responses, computational modeling and simulation, psychophysical testing, and speech perception assessments. The Postdoctoral Research Associate will contribute to computational model development, software development, experimental data collection and analysis, interpretation of research findings, and preparation of scientific manuscripts, conference presentations, and grant applications. As the candidate gains experience and independence, they will have opportunities to contribute to the development of new research questions and the design and implementation of follow-up studies. The position provides interdisciplinary training at the interface of auditory neuroscience, cochlear implant research, electrophysiology, and computational modeling.

Minimum Education & Experience Required

To be considered for this Postdoctoral Research Associate position, candidates must possess a Ph.D. or equivalent doctoral degree in biomedical engineering, electrical engineering, computational neuroscience, neuroscience, computer science, hearing science, psychology, applied mathematics, or a related field. Applicants must demonstrate strong research skills, experience with quantitative data analysis and statistical methods, and excellent written and verbal communication skills. Candidates should also demonstrate the ability to work effectively in collaborative, interdisciplinary research teams and with diverse research participant populations. Experience in one or more of the following areas is preferred: computational programming, computational modeling or simulation, auditory neuroscience, cochlear implants, auditory electrophysiology, psychophysics, or speech perception research. Candidates with strong computational or programming backgrounds who are interested in applying their expertise to auditory neuroscience and cochlear implant research are encouraged to apply. Candidates should demonstrate strong scientific motivation, intellectual curiosity, and a commitment to developing an independent research career. Requires successful completion of a background check. Qualified candidates may be required to complete a pre-employment physical examination, including a drug screening.

Function: Research and Scholarship

Subfunction: Research

Band: Post Doctoral Scholar

Level: Post Doctoral Scholar

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Final candidates are subject to successful completion of a background check. A drug screen or physical may be required during the post offer process.

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