What are the responsibilities and job description for the Postdoctoral Research Fellow position at University of Michigan Health System?
Job Opening ID
262165
Working Title
Postdoctoral Research Fellow
Job Title
RESEARCH FELLOW
Work Location
Ann Arbor Campus
Ann Arbor, MI
Modes of Work
Hybrid
Full/Part Time
Full-Time
Regular/Temporary
Regular
FLSA Status
Exempt
Organizational Group
Medical School
Department
MM Psychiatry Child Services
Posting Begin/End Date
4/14/2025 - 6/05/2025
Career Interest
Research Fellows
How to Apply
A cover letter is required for consideration for this position and should be attached as the first page of your resume. The cover letter should address your specific interest in the position and outline skills and experience that directly relate to this position.
Job Summary
is seeking candidates for a postdoctoral research fellow position in a brain imaging laboratory that studies the neural bases of stuttering and other related speech-language and developmental disorders.
Why Join Michigan Medicine?
Michigan Medicine is one of the largest health care complexes in the world and has been the site of many groundbreaking medical and technological advancements since the opening of the U-M Medical School in 1850. Michigan Medicine is comprised of over 30,000 employees and our vision is to attract, inspire, and develop outstanding people in medicine, sciences, and healthcare to become one of the world’s most distinguished academic health systems. In some way, great or small, every person here helps to advance this world-class institution. Work at Michigan Medicine and become a victor for the greater good.
What Benefits can you Look Forward to?
- Excellent medical, dental and vision coverage effective on your very first day
- 2:1 Match on retirement savings
Responsibilities*
Primary responsibilities will include:
- Executing standard statistical methods for analysis of neuroimaging data.
- Researching and implementing novel/advanced methods for data analysis.
Secondary responsibilities will include:
- Helping to design, set-up, and run behavioral and brain imaging experiments.
- Assisting in medical/scientific literature searches, manuscript preparation, and presentation of data collected.
- Assisting with training of undergraduate and graduate research assistants in the lab.
Required Qualifications*
Educational & Experiential Requirements:
- A Ph.D. in Speech and Hearing Sciences, Psychology, Neuroscience, Cognitive Science, or a related field.
- A track record of published research commensurate with their experience in an area that closely relates to the project aims
Other relevant knowledge, skills, or abilities necessary to succeed in this role:
- Good familiarity with the published literature in the neural bases of stuttering, brain development, and speech motor control.
- A strong background in statistics (including all standard univariate statistical methods such as multiple regression, ANOVA).
- Strong organizational and interpersonal skills are needed, as the position requires the ability to work both independently and as part of a team.
Desired Qualifications*
- Prior experience with behavioral/brain imaging, particularly functional magnetic resonance imaging (fMRI) and/or brain imaging data analysis software (AFNI, FSL, Freesurfer, SPM, etc.).
- Proficiency with MATLAB and UNIX/Linux programming is preferred.
- Strong preference will be given to applicants with prior experience with acquiring and analyzing EEG and/or structural and functional MRI data.
Work Schedule
Monday - Friday
Work Locations
Ann Arbor, MI
Modes of Work
Positions that are eligible for hybrid or mobile/remote work mode are at the discretion of the hiring department. Work agreements are reviewed annually at a minimum and are subject to change at any time, and for any reason, throughout the course of employment. Learn more about the .
Background Screening
Michigan Medicine conducts background screening and pre-employment drug testing on job candidates upon acceptance of a contingent job offer and may use a third-party administrator to conduct background screenings. Background screenings are performed in compliance with the Fair Credit Report Act. Pre-employment drug testing applies to all selected candidates, including new or additional faculty and staff appointments, as well as transfers from other U-M campuses.
In addition to the screenings indicated above under Michigan law, a criminal history check including fingerprinting is required as a condition of transfer or employment for this position.
Application Deadline
Job openings are posted for a minimum of seven calendar days. The review and selection process may begin as early as the eighth day after posting. This opening may be removed from posting boards and filled anytime after the minimum posting period has ended.
U-M EEO Statement
The University of Michigan is an equal employment opportunity employer.
