University of California San Diego and the VA San Diego Healthcare System Research scientist/postdoctoral position in Neuroimaging
General Description We are seeking a highly motivated and talented researcher (either PhD or MS level) with expertise in fMRI analyses. The person in this position will conduct and coordinate research for the laboratory of Dr. Deborah Harrington at the University of California San Diego (UCSD) and the VA San Diego Healthcare System (VASDHS). The laboratory investigates changes in the brain related to cognitive and motor functioning in individuals with Parkinson’s disease and Huntington’s disease. The lab uses neuroimaging (fMRI, DTI, sMRI), behavioral, and clinical approaches to address research questions. The position provides opportunities for participation in scientific conferences and writing manuscripts/grants.
San Diego has a well-established community of basic and clinical scientists who use neuroimaging methods to study healthy individuals and persons with neurological and psychiatric disorders. Neuroimaging is conducted at the UCSD Center for Functional MRI (CFMRI) (http://fmri.ucsd.edu/), which supports two research-dedicated 3T scanners. The VASDHS is adjacent to the UCSD campus (5-minute walk to CFMRI).
Primary Duties and Responsibilities ● Data collection ● Analysis of neuroimaging data using AFNI, FSL, FreeSurfer or other software ● Data management ● Management of lab operations ● General research and administrative duties
Necessary Qualifications ● PhD or masters in biomedical engineering, cognitive science, psychology, neuroscience, or related field ● Technical experience in fMRI and functional connectivity MRI ● Strong programming skills (e.g., shell scripting, Matlab, Python) ● Knowledge of neuroanatomy ● Strong data management skills ● Excellent organizational, interpersonal and communication (written and verbal) skills ● Prior research experience with human participants
Additional Highly Desirable Skills ● Experience with data-driven techniques (e.g., ICA, graph theory) ● Strong statistical (e.g., SPSS, R) and analytical skills ● Experience in other imaging modalities (e.g., DTI, sMRI, MEG)
Interested applicants should contact Dr. Deborah Harrington (dharrington@ucsd.edu) with a cover letter and CV. Salary will be commensurate with experience. The position will remain open until filled.