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Graduate Student

 

Principal Investigators: Dr. Jordana Wynn & Dr. Tarek Amer

 

Qualifications: The preferred candidate will hold a Bachelor's degree in psychology, neuroscience, or a related field and have research experience (including writing and/or presenting research) in the area of Psychology or Neuroscience. Experience with eyetracking or EEG is considered an asset.

 

Resources: The candidate will have access to 2 dedicated state-of-the-art EyeLink eyetrackers and 4 EEG systems, as well as an fNIRS machine.

 

Funding: This is a fully funded position. The candidate will be expected to apply for external funding opportunities for which they are eligible. External funding or evidence of prior funding is considered an asset.

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University of Victoria: The University of Victoria is located in southern Vancouver Island, with plane and ferry access to Vancouver and Seattle. The capital of British Columbia, Victoria boasts a vibrant downtown core and unparalleled access to nature. The University of Victoria is located next to the Mystic Vale trail system and local favourite, Cadboro Gyro Beach.

 

Applications: To apply, please send a cover letter, unofficial transcript, and CV to jordwynn@uvic.ca and tarekamer@uvic.ca. Application deadline is Nov 30, 2025.

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Postdoctoral Fellow

 

Principal Investigators: Dr. Jordana Wynn & Dr. Tarek Amer

 

Qualifications: The preferred candidate will hold a PhD in psychology, neuroscience, or a related field and have research experience and a strong record of publications and/ or grant funding in one or more of the following fields: memory, visual attention, or cognitive aging. Experience with eyetracking or EEG is considered an asset.

 

Resources: The candidate will have access to 2 dedicated state-of-the-art EyeLink eyetrackers and 4 EEG systems, as well as an fNIRS machine.

 

Funding: This is a fully funded position. The candidate will be expected to apply for external funding opportunities for which they are eligible. External funding or evidence of prior funding is considered an asset.

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University of Victoria: The University of Victoria is located in southern Vancouver Island, with plane and ferry access to Vancouver and Seattle. The capital of British Columbia, Victoria boasts a vibrant downtown core and unparalleled access to nature. The University of Victoria is located next to the Mystic Vale trail system and local favourite, Cadboro Gyro Beach.

 

Applications: To apply, please send a CV to jordwynn@uvic.ca and tarekamer@uvic.ca. Applications will be accepted on a rolling basis for a flexible 2025-2026 start date.

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We acknowledge with respect the Lekwungen-speaking peoples on whose traditional territory the university stands and the Songhees, Esquimalt and WSÁNEĆ peoples whose historical relationships with the land continue to this day

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