Summary
The University of South Carolina is inviting applications for a Postdoctoral Fellow position in neurodevelopmental disorders within Zhang Sha’s lab. The role focuses on understanding how genetic and environmental factors influence brain development and conditions such as autism using advanced computational models and neuroimaging data.
Postdoctoral Position in Neurodevelopmental Disorders – Brain Imaging & Computational Neuroscience
Summary Table
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Position | Postdoctoral Fellow |
| Institution | University of South Carolina |
| Department/Lab | Zhang Sha’s Lab (Brain Imaging & Neurodevelopment) |
| Location | Columbia, South Carolina, USA |
| Research Area | Neurodevelopmental Disorders, Neuroimaging, Computational Neuroscience |
| Job Type | Full-time, Contractual |
| Application Mode |
Designation
Postdoctoral Research Fellow
Research Area
- Neurodevelopmental Disorders (e.g., Autism)
- Brain Imaging (MRI, 3T & 7T)
- Computational Neuroscience
- Neurogenomics
- Brain Development & Psychopathology
- Machine Learning / Deep Computational Models
Location
University of South Carolina, Columbia, South Carolina, USA
Eligibility / Qualification
- Ph.D. in Neuroscience, Bioinformatics, Psychology, or a related field
- Strong programming skills (Python, R, MATLAB, or Linux)
- Expertise or strong interest in neuroimaging and computational modeling
- Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
- Ability to work independently and in interdisciplinary teams
Job Description
The selected candidate will:
- Lead interdisciplinary research projects on neurodevelopmental disorders
- Investigate the impact of genetic and environmental factors (e.g., early life stress) on brain development
- Analyze large-scale neuroimaging and genomics datasets (e.g., ABCD, HBCD, and in-house datasets)
- Develop and implement advanced computational and deep learning models
- Conduct neuroimaging analyses using high-resolution MRI (3T and 7T)
- Prepare and publish research manuscripts in peer-reviewed journals
- Collaborate with international research partners
- Present findings at conferences and institutional seminars
The position offers access to:
- High-quality in-house and public datasets
- Advanced neuroimaging infrastructure (including 7T MRI)
- Biobehavioral and clinical research facilities
What We Offer
- Structured mentorship tailored to career goals
- Support for internal and external grant applications
- Collaborative and productive research environment
- Opportunities to build academic networks
- Guidance toward securing independent faculty positions
How to Apply
Interested candidates should submit their CV via email to:
Dr. Zhigang Sha
Email: zsha@mailbox.sc.edu
Applications from individuals of all backgrounds with a passion for neuroscience are highly encouraged.
Last Date to Apply
Not specified (applications will be reviewed until the position is filled)
