Job Details

We are seeking a highly motivated postdoctoral fellow at the University of California San Francisco (UCSF) to join a research group led by Drs. Rachel Nosheny and Michael Weiner. The applicant will be involved in clinical Alzheimer's disease and related dementia research, utilizing data from the Brain Health Registry (BrainHealthRegistry.org) and the Alzheimer's Disease Neuroimaging Initiative (ADNI).The postdoctoral fellow will conduct clinical neuroscience research, with an emphasis on Alzheimer's disease, cognitive aging, and cognitive decline. Areas of particular interest are (1) Remote, digital assessment of cognition and everyday functioning; (2) Characterization of early clinical stages of AD, including subjective cognitive decline; and (3) Improving inclusion and engagement of minoritized populations in research. The postdoctoral fellow will have the opportunity to be involved in many ongoing projects within the Brain Health Registry and ADNI. They will plan and execute data analyses, prepare manuscripts and abstracts, assist with grant writing, and present work at national and international meetings.

Job Responsibilities:

Quantitative analysis of data including in-clinic and online self- and study partner-report questionnaires, neuropsychological tests, imaging and biomarker data from longitudinal, observational studies

Work with Principal Investigator and Co-investigators to generate hypotheses, plan analyses, and interpret data

Develop innovative ways to use the Internet for assessment of cognitive aging

Seek out new funding opportunities and help to write grants and proposals

Write manuscripts and abstracts

Job Requirements :

Doctorate degree or its equivalent in the field of neurology, neuroscience, psychology, psychiatry, biostatistics, or a related field

Research experience, preferably in clinical research

Data analysis experience

Demonstrated success in independent research, including track record of published peer reviewed manuscripts

Ability to work collaboratively with other research group members and outside collaborators

Two-year commitment, with opportunity for extension

How to Apply :

Interested candidates, please send your CV and two references to:

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.