Postdoctoral Research Fellow- CANDY Lab, Boys Town National Research Hospital

Oct 28, 2025 | Job Post, Post Doctoral

The Cognitive Affective Neurodevelopment in Youth (CANDY) Lab at the Institute for Human Neuroscience at Boys Town National Research Hospital is hiring a postdoctoral research fellow. The position is up to 3 years in duration. Expertise in developmental neuroscience, neuroimaging, and statistical modeling is essential. Applicants with a strong interest and prior experience in autism, early adversity, puberty, and/or mental health-focused research will be given preference. The postdoctoral fellow will take a lead role in data analysis, manuscript preparation, and dissemination of findings. There will also be opportunities to shape future projects, contribute to grant writing, and build an independent research program.

Our current projects focus on effects of child adversity on puberty and neurodevelopmental risk for psychopathology (using MEG and MRI), autism and puberty, and a new line of research leveraging dense sampling to track hormonal fluctuations and neural dynamics.

Applicants will be asked to provide a statement of research interests, a CV, and contact information for 3 references. Applications received by December 1, 2025 will receive full consideration. Reviews will continue on a rolling basis thereafter, with a flexible start date in 2026.

Please reach out to Dr. Giorgia Picci (CANDY Lab PI) with any questions about the position (). For more information about the CANDY Lab and the Institute for Human Neuroscience, please visit our website. Applications can be submitted here.

MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES & DUTIES:

  • Works closely with the research program coordinator to fulfill the requirements of the research program.
  • Participates in the design, implementation, and completion of individual studies within the research program.
  • Publishes and presents research results and other material relevant to the research program in appropriate forums, including refereed journals and national meetings.
  • Collaborates with other members of the research and clinical staff on research problems of mutual interest that further the general goals of the research program.
  • Other Duties: This job description incorporates the essential functions and duties required for this position. However, other duties may be required and assigned at times and as determined by a supervisor in order to meet the needs of the organization.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:

  • Apply additional training and experience, to become an independent researcher.
  • Apply knowledge of the relevant literature and research procedures.
  • Apply knowledge of mathematics, statistics, and computer applications appropriate for the field of interest.
  • Communicate concisely, both orally and in writing.
  • Work well with other professional personnel and with support staff.
  • Train, supervise, and evaluate research assistants and technicians.
  • Travel as necessary to attend meetings.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

  • Ph.D. or equivalent degree in an appropriate discipline and strong research potential, as indicated by completion of a research-oriented training program required.
  • Active participation in research leading to publications in refereed journals and/or presentations at national meetings required.
  • If employed in the Cognitive Neuroscience department, Basic Life Support (BLS) certification within 90 days of transfer or hire required.
  • If employed in the Cognitive Neuroscience department, Collaborative Institutional Training Initiative (CITI) certification within 30 days of transfer or hire required.