Subject: A new post-doc position at the U.S. Army Research Laboratory From: Tomasz Letowski <trl2(at)ARL.ARMY.MIL> Date: Mon, 7 Oct 2002 17:24:38 -0400Postdoctoral Position in Hearing Science A new post-doctoral position is available in the Auditory Research Group in Human Research and Engineering Directorate at the U.S. Army Research Laboratory to conduct research related to auditory displays and methods of hearing enhancement. Successful applicant should have a doctoral degree in acoustics, psychology, audiology, hearing science, computer science or other related discipline; be a U.S. citizen; and have or be able to obtain a secret security clearance. Familiarity with human subject research and programming expertise in C++, Visual Basic, or Matlab are a plus. The Auditory Research Group carries out research activities in psychoacoustics, speech communication, and advanced audio displays. Basic research topics include sound detection and recognition, spatial hearing, auditory virtual reality, bone conduction communication, speech communication in adverse environments, and auditory skills development. The group has access to the world-class Tactical Environment Simulation Facility (audio-visual CAVE environment), Hostile Environment Simulator with sound intensity level capability exceeding 140 dB SPL, three outdoor ranges, and several indoor acoustic chambers for hearing research. Initial contract is for a twelve month period with salary up to $58,000 depending on experience. Contract extension for another twelve-month period is highly probable although not guaranteed. E-mail inquires may be sent to Tomasz Letowski <trl2(at)arl.army.mil>. Formal applications including a letter of intent, curriculum vitae, and two letters of recommendation should be sent to: Tomasz Letowski, Ph.D. U.S. Army Research Laboratory Human Research and Engineering Directorate AMSRL-HR-SD / B-520 Aberdeen Proving Ground, MD 21005-5425 Applications will be accepted until the position is filled.