Postdoctoral Fellow in Brain and Cognitive Aging

Details Title Postdoctoral Fellow in Brain and Cognitive Aging School Faculty of Arts and Sciences Department/Area Psychology Position Description Professor Randy Buckner and the Buckner lab in the Department of Psychology and Center for Brain Science at Harvard University invites applications for a Postdoctoral Fellow position in Brain and Cognitive Aging. The Postdoctoral Fellow will be involved in studies of brain aging and maintenance, and their relevance to cognitive decline and resilience. Anchoring deep individualized phenotyping, the work will involve a combination of brain imaging, biomarker assessment, and ambulatory behavioral assessments to precisely track brain and cognitive change over short intervals. The program of research seeks to understand individual differences in aging trajectories and to develop approaches to predict and monitor effects of interventions. The position will be in-person and utilize the local scanning facilities adjacent to the Buckner Laboratory within the Center for Brain Science, as well as facilities at the Martinos Center for Biomedical Imaging. Responsibilities: 1. Conduct research in brain and cognitive aging. 2. Publish and present research findings in high-quality scientific journals and conferences. 3. Collaborate with faculty, researchers, and students on interdisciplinary research projects. 4. Contribute to the preparation of research proposals. 5. Participate in mentoring activities for undergraduate and graduate students. This is a one-year term position with possibility of renewal dependent upon job performance and continued availability of funding. Basic Qualifications Ph.D. in Neuroscience, Psychology, or a related field. Additional Qualifications + Demonstrated record of research achievement and experience in the collection and analysis of brain imaging data. + Strong written and oral communication skills. + Ability to work independently and as part of a team. + Experience focused on brain or cognitive aging. Special Instructions Interested candidates should submit a cover letter, CV, and two to three referencesu2019 names and contact information through the ARIeS Portal. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis until the position is filled. For more information, please visit the Buckner Lab ( and Department of Psychology ( websites, or contact the department directly. Please note: This position is contingent upon funding and satisfactory performance. Pay offered to the selected candidate is dependent on factors such as years of experience, training or qualification, field of scholarship, and accomplishments in the field. Contact Information Dr. Randy Buckner, Department of Psychology and Center for Brain Science, Harvard University Contact Email Salary Range $67,600-$80,000 Minimum Number of References Required 0 Maximum Number of References Allowed 4 Keywords EEO/Non-Discrimination Commitment Statement Harvard University is committed to equal opportunity and non-discrimination. We seek talent from all parts of society and the world, and we strive to ensure everyone at Harvard thrives. Our differences help our community advance Harvardu2019s academic purposes. Harvard has an equal employment opportunity ( policy that outlines our commitment to prohibiting discrimination on the basis of race, ethnicity, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status, religion, disability, or any other characteristic protected by law or identified in the universityu2019s non-discrimination policy (. Harvardu2019s equal employment opportunity policy and non-discrimination policy help all community members participate fully in work and campus life free from harassment and discrimination. Supplemental Questions

Created: 2025-12-05