Postdoctoral positions in cognitive development, computational cognitive development, and computational cognition at Ohio State University

The Cognitive Development Lab under the direction of Dr. Vladimir Sloutsky and Model-based Cognitive Neuroscience Lab under the direction of Dr. Brandon Turner (both at The Ohio State University) are seeking applicants for several postdoctoral research associate positions for a variety of NIH and NSF supported projects focusing on various aspects of cognitive development, including the development of categorization, concept learning, and word learning, as well as the roles of attention, memory, and decision making in these processes.  A primary appointment could be in Sloutsky’s lab, in Turner’s lab, or split between the two labs.  The successful candidates are expected to work closely with Vladimir Sloutsky and Brandon Turner on research activities that can include designing and conducting cross-sectional and longitudinal studies, modeling cross-sectional and longitudinal data, and developing and implementing computational models linking the above-described processes.  Candidates are also expected to have broad interest in cognition as it changes across multiple timescales, as well as in building theoretical explanations for how these changes manifest.  The position is for two years with a possibility of reappointment, depending on availability of funding.

A successful candidate must have a Ph.D. in psychology, cognitive science, neuroscience, or related field, and have a strong research record. Although previous experience with developmental research is not necessary, special consideration will be given to candidates who have demonstrated interest in understanding the development of cognition. Interest and/or experience in computational or statistical modeling is also a plus.  Primary responsibilities will include active participation in research and collaboration with other members of the labs. 

Interested applicants should send a CV, research statement, up to 3 representative publications, and names of three references to Allison Granger (granger.102@osu.edu). For general inquiries please contact either Vladimir Sloutsky (Sloutsky.1@osu.edu) or Brandon Turner (turner.826@gmail.com).

In your application or inquiry, please specify which position(s) you are particularly interested in.  Applications will be received until the position is filled.  The earliest start date is the Fall of 2023.

To learn more about both labs, visit our websites: http://cogdev.osu.edu and https://turner-mbcn.com