The Neuroscape Center at the University of California San Francisco (UCSF) is seeking a postdoctoral scholar to work on a translational neuroscience project examining the relationship between physiological biomarkers and cognitive aging and whether cognitive engagement may alter that relationship. The Post-Doctoral Scholar will work directly with the Principal Investigators. This is a 2-year position with the possibility of extension pending availability of funding and job performance.
Key Responsibilities
- Data collection from human participants: schedule and prepare remote data collection
- Monitor experimental procedures
- Data processing and analysis
- Training and supervision of study coordinators and interns
- Assisting with research protocols and compliance
- Contributing to data dissemination (poster presentations, manuscript submissions)
- PhD in neuroscience, psychology, biomedical science, or related field
- Expertise in computer programming (Matlab, Python, etc)
- Experience in collecting and analyzing data from wearables (e.g., smartwatches)
- Experience in creating predictive models using machine learning methods
- A record of peer-reviewed publications
- Excellent communication skills, keen attention to detail and strong organizational and problem-solving skills
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience working independently
- Experience with randomized control trials
- Prior experience working with older adults
To apply, please send a cover letter describing your research interests and qualifications and your curriculum vitae to: [email protected] and [email protected]
Note: we will request the names of references from applicants once an initial application phase is passed.
Organization Details
Neuroscape is a translational neuroscience center within the Department of Neurology at UCSF We engage in technology creation and scientific research to better assess and optimize brain function of both healthy and impaired individuals. Neuroscape researchers engage in multiple areas of neuroscience research, including studies of attention, memory, perception, neuroplasticity, cognitive development, brain aging, non-invasive brain stimulation, neurofeedback, and psychedelics. Our research studies are supported by Neuroscape’s technological innovations in interactive media & video games, virtual reality & multisensory integration, mobile technology & remote trial platforms, multimodal biosensing & advanced neuroimaging, and machine learning & signal processing. Results from our studies are applied to advance novel approaches that better assess and improve cognition in healthy populations – children to seniors – as well as individuals with a broad range of medical conditions, such as ADHD, Depression, Multiple Sclerosis, and Alzheimer’s Disease. To learn more, visit: neuroscape.ucsf.edu
UCSF 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, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information.