cedars sinaiLos Angeles, CA
Postdoctoral Scientist (Psychology) - Tan Lab - Department of Neurology
Postdoctoral Scientist (Psychology) - Tan Lab - Department of Neurology
Postdoctoral Scientist (Psychology) - Tan Lab - Department of Neurology
cedars sinaiLos Angeles, CA
9 days ago
Research and Development in the Physical, Engineering, and Life Sciences (except Nanotechnology and Biotechnology)Offices of Physicians, Mental Health SpecialistsSpecialty (except Psychiatric and Substance Abuse) Hospitals
Apply for this role →Postdoctoral Scientist Opportunity Are you ready to be a part of breakthrough research? Take action now by applying to this great opportunity! Cedars-Sinai offers scientists unparalleled access to groundbreaking technologies, facilities, and resources for conducting research related to an impressive range of diseases and disorders, from cancer, cardiology, and digestive diseases, to genetics, genomics, neurosciences, and women's health. Dr. Zaldy Tan invites you to consider this postdoctoral scientist opportunity to join his dynamic team! The research of Dr. Tan focuses on brain health, Alzheimer's disease, and health services optimization for older patients. Dr. Tan's studies on brain aging and memory have been published in major medical journals and featured in the New York Times, Time, CNN, Wall Street Journal, Washington Post, and other national publications.
About the Role:
Working independently but in close cooperation and in consultation with the Principal Investigator and other Research Scientists, the postdoctoral scientist will perform clinical neurology, neuropsychology, and health services research throughout the training period. May develop, adapt, and implement new research techniques and protocols. Collects, analyzes and interprets data. May assist in preparation of grant proposals. Participates in publications and presentations as author or co-author. This position is not responsible for generating grant funds.
Primary Duties and Responsibilities:
Designs and performs experiments. Maintains experimental records and documentation and analyzes the results with the Principal Investigator. Analyzes interpret, summarizes, and compiles data. Performs clinical interviews and interventions in psychology, including motivational interviewing & cognitive training. Operates and maintains equipment and instruments. May observe MD-patient or MD-human research subject interactions as it pertains directly to research being performed.
Qualifications:
Doctorate (MD, PhD, VMD, or DDS) in Psychology or in area directly related to field of research specialization. Acquires technical and theoretical knowledge of research project and objectives during one to five (1-5) year post-doctoral appointment. Demonstrated aptitude to perform experimental protocols and procedures, including detailed data collection, and analysis and operation and maintenance of specialized equipment.
About Us:
Cedars-Sinai is a leader in providing high-quality healthcare encompassing primary care, specialized medicine and research. Since 1902, Cedars-Sinai has evolved to meet the needs of one of the most diverse regions in the nation, setting standards in quality and innovative patient care, research, teaching and community service. Today, Cedars-Sinai is known for its national leadership in transforming healthcare for the benefit of patients. Cedars-Sinai impacts the future of healthcare by developing new approaches to treatment and educating tomorrow's health professionals. Additionally, Cedars-Sinai demonstrates a commitment to the community through programs that improve the health of its most vulnerable residents.
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Level
Senior
Location
Los Angeles, CA
Occupation
Neuropsychologists
Industry
Research and Development in the Physical, Engineering, and Life Sciences (except Nanotechnology and Biotechnology)
Posted
9 days ago