Doctoral and Post Doctoral Positions

Fully Funded Full-Time Postdoctoral and Ph.D. Positions Currently Available

The Visual Attention and Cognition Lab, led by Dr. Amit Yashar at The University of Haifa, is currently offering fully funded full-time Postdoctoral and Ph.D. positions.

Positions:

● Postdoctoral: Initial one-year appointment, with the option to extend for 3 years.
● Ph.D.: Four-year program.

About the Lab:

Our primary research focus is on the relationship between cognitive capacities (e.g., attention and learning) and visual perception (specifically reading in children and adults), with a commitment to translational research, applying our findings to benefit special populations, including individuals with autism, visual impairments, learning disabilities, and other developmental disorders (for more, see our lab website > yasharlab.com).

Qualifications:

● Degree in Psychology, Computer Science, Neuroscience, Vision Science, or related fields
● Strong record of research productivity, including experience in data analysis and experimental design
● Programming experience (preferred)

Start Date: flexible

How to Apply:

Interested candidates should send the following materials to Salman Sarkar at [email protected] or to Dr. Amit Yashar at [email protected]:

● A brief statement of interest
● CV
● Names and contact information for three references