POSTDOCTORAL FELLOWSHIPS- Neuroscience, Neurogenetics, Behavior, and Education

Vanderbilt Kennedy Center for Research on Human Development announces the availability of Postdoctoral Research Fellow positions. These fellowships fund research into fundamental mechanisms related to understanding disorders that affect human development and developmental disease, including mental retardation and other developmental disabilities.  The Kennedy Center's research programs include both basic and clinical studies in four areas: Developmental Neurobiology and Plasticity, Mood and Emotion, Communication and Learning, and Family Research. Young investigators interested in embarking on research careers in these areas are encouraged to apply.

Applicants must identify a Vanderbilt University faculty sponsor who is a member of the Kennedy Center.  A full list of the faculty membership can be found at People. Applicants should also apply directly, specifying the program in which they are interested. Submit a statement of research goals (1-2 pages), current vitae, three letters of recommendation, and a statement from the Vanderbilt faculty mentor. Questions regarding individual research programs can be addressed to the appropriate program director listed on the Web site. Send application materials to: Kennedy Center Research Fellow Search, Vanderbilt University, Attn: Dr. Stephen Camarata, Peabody Box 74, 230 Appleton Place, Nashville, TN 37203-5701. Applications are encouraged beginning September 1, 2004 and will be accepted for review until April 30, 2005. Start date is negotiable.

Vanderbilt University is committed to principles of equal opportunity and affirmative action.