postdoc position in binaural hearing and cochlear implants in children and adults

["Ruth Y. Litovsky" <Litovsky@xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx>]

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An NIH-funded position for a postdoctoral researcher or research associate is 
available in the Binaural Hearing and Speech Lab at the University of 
Wisconsin – Waisman Center.
Our research program focuses on psychophysical studies in adults and children 
who use bilateral cochlear implants; development of spatial hearing abilities 
in children with normal hearing; directional hearing in adults with normal 
hearing. We are also conducting behavioral studies in cats who receive 
bilateral cochlear implants.

This position offers the opportunity to make a substantial intellectual 
contribution to this developing area of research. This is a 24-month 
grant-funded position. Continued employment is subject to availability of 
additional funds. Individuals with a Ph.D. in Communicative Disorders, 
Neuroscience, Psychology or a related field are encouraged to apply. 
Individuals will be expected to work with the mentor to write an NIH postdoc 
grant application. Preferred qualifications include: Experience with 
psychophysics, behavioral testing of children and/or adults. Experience with 
hearing research, acoustics, clinical audiology. Persons with a strong 
background in DSP and mastery of Matlab and/or C++ are encouraged to apply.

Applications for employment will be accepted electronically only. Interested 
candidates must submit: a current curriculum vita and cover letter describing 
qualifications, research, experience and career goals and names, addresses and 
daytime phone numbers of three professional references. In addition to these 
documents please forward copies of transcripts.

To inquire further, please contact:
Ruth Litovsky, Ph.D.
University of Wisconsin Waisman Center
Email: Litovsky@xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx
Tel: 608-262-7483  or  262-5045

The position will remain open until filled.