Postdoctoral Research Scholar Position in Behavior Genetics and Neuroimaging
Departments of Psychiatry and Radiology, University of California, San Diego
The Departments of Psychiatry and Radiology at the University of California, San Diego are pleased to invite applications for a postdoctoral research scholar position in neuroimaging and behavior genetics under the direction of Drs. Anders Dale (Neuroscience and Radiology) and William Kremen (Psychiatry). Responsibilities will include analysis of MRI, genetic, and behavioral data collected for the NIH/NIA-funded Vietnam-Era Twin Study of Aging (VETSA). The successful candidate will receive training in psychometric techniques (particularly twin analyses) and the application and development of analysis tools for neuroimaging data (including structural MRI, DTI, fMRI, and ASL). The postdoctoral candidate will be encouraged to develop his or her own research projects that fit within the overall scope of the project.
VETSA is a unique longitudinal study of over 600 middle-aged male twin pairs that focuses on understanding cognitive and brain aging. Over 500 twins have undergone structural MRI and DTI in VETSA wave 1. A variety of additional information was also collected, including neurocognitive, personality, and psychosocial assessments, medical history interviews, blood pressure, pulmonary function, and hormonal levels. DNA has been obtained from all subjects and they have been genotyped for APOE. Genome-wide genotyping of all VETSA subjects is planned. Wave 2 of the project will acquire five-year follow-up data, and also include fMRI and ASL scans.
Applicants for the position must have completed relevant Ph.D. research activities within the past five years. Applications from many disciplines may be considered, and the position is open to qualified international applicants.
Experience or expertise in the following areas is highly desired:
1. computer programming (especially MATLAB, C/C++, or similar)
2. neuroimaging analysis methods (especially FreeSurfer)
3. structural MRI, DTI, fMRI, ASL
4. scientific writing
5. advanced statistical analyses
6. twin modeling (especially using Mx software)
7. genetics
This posting is for a 2-year appointment beginning immediately. Salary will be consistent with the NIH/NRSA levels in accordance with the University of California, San Diego policies for Postdoctoral trainees. Compensation includes full staff benefits, including health insurance, and vacation time. Review of applications will begin immediately and will continue until the position is filled. To apply, please send your CV, a brief statement of research interests and goals, and any selected reprints to wkremen@ucsd.edu and amdale@ucsd.edu with the subject line "VETSA Postdoctoral position". Letters of reference will be required before final approval of hiring. Informal inquiries for more details are welcome.
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