Postdoctoral Scholar - Research Associate

Company: USC University of Southern California
Location: Alhambra
Posted on: November 14, 2021

Job Description:

The Department of Family Medicine of the Keck School of Medicine of USC provides care for every member of the family, across generations and over lifetimes. We aim to enhance the quality of life for underserved and vulnerable patients, while educating future generations of highly skilled, compassionate primary care specialists. Our goal is to combine education, patient advocacy, and evidence-based research to advance family medicine and geriatrics.

The Department of Family Medicine at USC Keck School of Medicine invites applications for a highly motivated postdoctoral fellow (Postdoctoral Scholar - Research Associate) under the supervision of Dr. Duke Han, who is board certified in the practice of clinical neuropsychology by the American Board of Professional Psychology (ABPP-CN). The primary purpose of this position will be to pursue and support clinical research initiatives related to neuropsychology, decision making, and neuroimaging among older adult and other clinical populations under the direction of Dr. Han. Publication of peer-reviewed manuscripts and support of ongoing research studies will be primary expectations. Fellows can also be involved in supervised neuropsychology activities, and didactic experiences may be obtained through multiple departments at USC. Exceptional organizational, communication, statistical, analytical, neuropsychological assessment, and writing skills are necessary. A strong publication record, previous extramural funding, and neuroimaging experience will be viewed favorably. Funding for this position will support a two-year fellowship in accordance with ABPP recommendations if that is of interest. Please submit a cover letter, CV, and three letters of recommendation.

Preferred Education: PhD

Minimum Education: PhD or equivalent doctorate
Minimum Experience: 0-1 year

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