Postdoctoral Fellow – Parma Lab

Monell; Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

A nonprofit research institute in Philadelphia is seeking a highly motivated candidate for a postdoctoral position focused on sensory science. Applicants should have a Ph.D. in psychology, neuroscience, or a related field and possess a passion for advancing research in taste and smell. This full-time position offers a competitive salary and benefits.

Qualifications

• Ph.D. in psychology, neuroscience, biostatistics or a related area.
• Prior experience in bioinformatics or human psychophysics preferred.
• Experience with bioinformatics or psychophysics is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Explore psychophysical approaches to smell and taste.
• Contribute to the understanding of positive health outcomes.
• Prepare manuscripts and present findings at meetings.

Skills

Bioinformatics

Psychophysics

Education

Ph.D. in psychology, neuroscience, biostatistics or related area

Job description

The Monell Chemical Senses Center is a nonprofit, basic research institute dedicated to the study of taste, smell, chemesthesis, and appetite. Founded in 1968, the Center is located near the campuses of the University of Pennsylvania and Drexel University in Philadelphia. Research focuses on understanding how the chemical senses function and their importance in everyday life.

A postdoctoral position is immediately available at the Monell Chemical Senses Center in the laboratory of Dr. Valentina Parma. Join a vibrant team to explore how psychophysical approaches to smell and taste can advance our understanding of various positive health outcomes. Motivated candidates with a passion for sensory science and a drive to make impactful contributions to the field are encouraged to apply.

Requirements include a Ph.D. in psychology, neuroscience, biostatistics or a related area.

Prior experience bioinformatics, or human psychophysics is preferred.

Application Instructions

Application Instructions

This full-time position offers a competitive salary and benefits package commensurate with experience.

Please submit:

• A cover letter explaining your experience, research interests and career goals.
• The names and contact information of 3 references

Questions may be directed to [e-mail]

Application Process

This institution is using Interfolio's Faculty Search to conductthis search. Applicants to this position receive a free Dossieraccount and can send all application materials, includingconfidential letters of recommendation, free of charge.

Monell Chemical Senses Center shall abide by the requirements of 41 CFR §§ 60-1.4(a), 60-300.5(a) and 60-741.5(a). These regulations prohibit discrimination against qualified individuals based on their status as protected veterans or individuals with disabilities, and prohibit discrimination against all individuals based on their race, color, religion, sex, or national origin. Moreover, these regulations require that covered prime contractors and subcontractors take affirmative action to employ and advance in employment individuals without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, protected veteran status or disability.