University of Texas at Dallas
School of Behavioral and Brain Sciences

The Department of Speech, Language, and Hearing at the University of Texas at Dallas is seeking a highly motivated Post‑Doctoral Research Associate for a joint appointment between the Speech Sensorimotor Control Lab and the Speech Neuroscience Lab. This position offers the opportunity to contribute to leading-edge research on the sensorimotor mechanisms of speech and their impairments in adult neurogenic and neurological populations with speech‑language disorders.

Our labs investigate the neural and sensorimotor bases of speech production using a combination of EEG, fMRI, and advanced behavioral testing methodologies. The successful candidate will have access to state-of-the-art facilities and a vibrant interdisciplinary research environment.

Candidates with a PhD in Communication Sciences and Disorders, Speech and Hearing Science and other related fields (e.g., Neuroscience, Cognitive Science, Engineering and Psychology) are welcome to apply.

Ph.D in a related field.

Candidates who have successfully completed all requirements for the Ph.D. but whose degree has not yet been formally conferred may be eligible to begin employment provided they submit an official letter from the Registrar or Graduate School of the degree-granting institution certifying that all doctoral requirements have been satisfied and specifying the expected date of conferral. Appointment and continued employment are contingent upon formal conferral of the Ph.D.

Preferred Experience
Experience with Speech, EEG, and fMRI data collection and analysis as well as computer programming is preferred.

To the extent this position requires the holder to research, work on, or have access to critical infrastructure as defined in Section 117.001(2) of the Texas Business and Commerce Code, the ability to maintain the security or integrity of the critical infrastructure is a minimum qualification to be hired and to continue to be employed in the position.

Work Notice:
Work will be performed on-site and in person.

This position may be subject to local travel for assessment, data collection, participant recruitment or participant needs. Other occasional travel may occur such as for training/development, conferences, etc.

The position is housed in the Department of Speech, Language, and Hearing within the School of Behavioral and Brain Sciences (bbs.utdallas.edu).

What We Can Offer
UT Dallas is an Equal Opportunity Employer with an employee-friendly and supportive work environment. Our comprehensive compensation and benefits package that is effective as of your hire date includes:

All UT Dallas employees have access to various professional development opportunities, including a membership to Academic Impressions, LinkedIn Learning, and UT Dallas Bright Leaders Program.

Visit https://hr.utdallas.edu/employees/benefits/ for more information.

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