# Staff Scientist 1 in The Office of the Scientific Director

**Department of Health and Human Services (HHS)****National Institutes of Health (NIH)****National Institute of Mental Health (NIMH)****Division of Intramural Research Programs (IRP)****Office of the Scientific Director (OSD)**

## Program Overview

The National Institute of Mental Health (NIMH) is a leading institution dedicated to understanding, treating, and preventing mental illnesses. We are seeking a highly qualified and motivated Staff Scientist with considerable research expertise in visual systems neuroscience, state-dependence of visual processing in the brain, cortical processing for peripheral vision, and decision confidence to join our dynamic research team.

## Position Overview

                  - Work within a team to conduct cutting-edge research in the fields of visual systems neuroscience, and the neurophysiological basis of decision making.
                  - Design and implement research studies, ensuring rigorous methodology and adherence to ethical standards.
                  - Utilize advanced statistical analyses, large-scale neurophysiological techniques in non-human primates, advanced psychophysics, and neuroimaging to enhance research outcomes.
                  - Publish research findings in reputable scientific journals, contributing to the advancement of knowledge in the field.
                  - Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to foster a collaborative research environment.
                  - Mentor and teach postbaccalaureate IRTA team members, PhD students, and postdoctoral research fellows.
                  - Demonstrate creativity and a willingness to think outside the box, actively seeking opportunities for innovation and reinvention.
                  - Independently drive research projects and demonstrate self-motivation.

## Qualifications

                  - MD or PhD in a relevant field.
                  - Researcher with considerable research experience in visual systems neuroscience, neural basis of decision making, neurophysiology, psychophysics, and computational modeling.
                  - Strong background in study design, statistical analyses, and extracellular recordings in non-human primates, psychophysics and computational modeling.
                  - Proven track record of publishing scientific papers in reputable journals.
                  - Excellent team player with the ability to mentor and teach junior team members.
                  - Creative thinker with a willingness to explore novel approaches to research.
                  - Commitment to the mission of the National Institute of Mental Health to strive towards reducing the burden of mental health.
                  - Ability to work independently and demonstrate self-motivation.

## Benefits

The Staff Scientist will be appointed at a salary commensurate with their qualifications and experience. In addition, full federal benefits, including leave, and thrift savings plan (401K equivalent), will be provided.

https://hr.nih.gov/benefits **

## How to Apply

The position is open to both U.S. and non-U.S. citizens. Interested candidates should submit a cover letter, curriculum vitae, a statement of research interests, and contact information for three references to nimhirpsearch@mail.nih.gov by 2/29/2024. Please include "Staff Scientist Application" in the subject line. Applications will be accepted until the position is filled. The position is subject to a background check

## HHS and NIH are equal opportunity employers

The NIH is dedicated to building a diverse community in its training and employment programs and encourages the application and nomination of qualified women, minorities, and individuals with disabilities.