Postdoctoral Scholar – Neurology

Job #: JPF06974  ·  NEUROLOGY / David Geffen School Of Medicin / UCLA

APPLICATION WINDOW

Open date: October 6th, 2021

Last review date: Monday, Nov 15, 2021 at 11:59pm (Pacific Time)
Applications received after this date will be reviewed by the search committee if the position has not yet been filled.

Final date: Tuesday, Apr 5, 2022 at 11:59pm (Pacific Time)
Applications will continue to be accepted until this date, but those received after the review date will only be considered if the position has not yet been filled.

POSITION DESCRIPTION

Summary:

Seeking a highly motivated candidate for postdoctoral fellow position in systems neuroscience and human neurophysiology applied to Movement Disorders in the laboratory of Dr. Katy Cross, MD, PhD in the Department of Neurology at UCLA (https://crosslab.dgsom.ucla.edu/pages/opportunities). We combine detailed behavioral, physiologic and kinematic characterization with electrophysiological recordings (EEG, LFP, ECoG), neuroimaging and neuromodulation (DBS, TMS) techniques to study circuit mechanisms of abnormal movement, gait and cognition in patients with Parkinson’s disease and other movement disorders. The overarching aim is to discover novel therapeutic targets and identify biomarkers for early diagnosis, response to treatment, and disease subtypes. Active projects include characterizing heterogeneity and individual differences in freezing of gait and response to visual and auditory cueing strategies in Parkinson’s disease using EEG, intracranial recordings and functional/structural MRI. In addition to supporting ongoing projects, the fellow will have the opportunity to develop a subproject that promotes the core mission of the lab. Start date is flexible. The position is fully funded for two years, and may be extended depending on satisfactory progress and the availability of funding.

Duties & Tasks:

• Lead and perform experiments of human movement and gait using EEG, intraoperative ECoG/LFP, chronic DBS sensing devices, MRI and related techniques
• Mentor students and technical staff and collaborate with other scientists to design, implement and analyze experiments.
• Prepare manuscripts for submission to scientific journals and present at scientific meetings
• Prepare grant applications, including career development awards

Skills, Knowledge and Abilities:

Required Qualifications:

• PhD and/or MD with concentration in neuroscience, psychology, biomedical engineering or related field
• Experience in electrophysiology, neuroimaging and/or neuromodulation in humans
• Signal processing and MATLAB proficiency
• Strong record of productivity and communication through publications and scientific meetings
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills and ability to work professionally and compassionately with patients

Preferred Qualifications:

• Expertise in human behavior, biomechanics, computational modeling or other complementary area

Application requirements:

• CV
• Statement of research
• Contact information for 2-3

QUALIFICATIONS

• Basic qualifications (required at time of application)
• Advanced Degree.

APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS

Document requirements

• Curriculum Vitae – Your most recently updated C.V.
• Cover Letter (Optional)
• Statement of Research (Optional)
• Statement of Teaching (Optional)
• Statement on Contributions to Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion – An EDI Statement describes a faculty candidate’s past, present, and future (planned) contributions to equity, diversity, and inclusion. To learn more about how UCLA thinks about contributions to equity, diversity, and inclusion, please review our Sample Guidance for Candidatesand related EDI Statement FAQ
• Misc / Additional (Optional)

Reference requirements

• None Required.
• Apply link: https://recruit.apo.ucla.edu/JPF06974
• Help contact: eaguirre@mednet.ucla.edu

CAMPUS INFORMATION

As a condition of employment, you will be required to comply with the University of California SARS-CoV-2 (COVID-19) Vaccination Program Policy. All Covered Individuals under the policy must provide proof of Full Vaccination or, if applicable, submit a request for Exception (based on Medical Exemption, Disability, and/or Religious Objection) or Deferral (based on pregnancy) no later than the applicable deadline. New University of California employees must (a) provide proof of receiving at least one dose of a COVID-19 Vaccine no later than 14 calendar days after their first date of employment and provide proof of Full Vaccination no later than eight weeks after their first date of employment; or (b) if applicable, submit a request for Exception or Deferral no later than 14 calendar days after their first date of employment. (Capitalized terms in this paragraph are defined in the policy.) Federal, state, or local public health directives may impose additional requirements.

The University of California is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age or protected veteran status. For the complete University of California nondiscrimination and affirmative action policy, see: UC Nondiscrimination & Affirmative Action Policy.

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