Job Summary
A Research Fellow position is available it the Functional Neuroimaging Cognitive Mobility Laboratory, Departments of Neurology & Radiology, University of Michigan, Ann Arbor, MI, USA that is funded by the University of Michigan, NIH Udall Center for Excellence in Parkinson's disease (Drs. Roger Albin & Nicolaas Bohnen). Our laboratory specializes in clinical, mobility, cognition, and multimodal imaging studies of Parkinson's disease and is directed by Drs. Nicolaas Bohnen, MD, PhD (Director) and Prabesh Kanel, PhD (Co-director). We are looking for a post-doctoral candidate to conduct, analyze, and interpret detailed clinical phenotypic, cognitive, biomechanical mobility assessments and multi-PET and MRI neuroimaging in patients with neurological disorders, in particular Parkinson's disease and REM Sleep Behavior Disorder. The applicant will also participate and oversee research studies.
Applicants must have completed a graduate degree (PhD) in cognitive neuroscience, neuroimaging, and have relevant experience. The applicant should be proficient with Sleep Profiler EEG acquisition, PET and MRI imaging processing, and statistical analysis tools. Fluency in English and teamwork skills to work in a multidisciplinary environment are important. Additional roles include leadership and active participation in project management activities including the administration of research projects, as well as some teaching sessions and supervision of students. This position will require self-initiative and ability to work independently without close supervision.
Compensation for this limited term position will be commensurate with experience and includes health benefits and follows the NIH salary guidelines for post-doctoral fellows.
Mission Statement
Michigan Medicine improves the health of patients, populations and communities through excellence in education, patient care, community service, research and technology development, and through leadership activities in Michigan, nationally and internationally. Our mission is guided by our Strategic Principles and has three critical components; patient care, education and research that together enhance our contribution to society.
Why Join Michigan Medicine?
Michigan Medicine is one of the largest health care complexes in the world and has been the site of many groundbreaking medical and technological advancements since the opening of the U-M Medical School in 1850. Michigan Medicine is comprised of over 30,000 employees and our vision is to attract, inspire, and develop outstanding people in medicine, sciences, and healthcare to become one of the world’s most distinguished academic health systems. In some way, great or small, every person here helps to advance this world-class institution. Work at Michigan Medicine and become a victor for the greater good.
What Benefits can you Look Forward to?
- Excellent medical, dental and vision coverage effective on your very first day
- 2:1 Match on retirement savings
Responsibilities*
- Brain PET and MRI imaging analysis
- Sleep Profiler Sleep EEG/EMG analysis
- Neuropsychological assessments
- Statistical analysis
Required Qualifications*
- Applicants must have completed a graduate degree (PhD) in cognitive neuroscience, neuroimaging, and have relevant experience
Desired Qualifications*
- Post-Doctoral experience
Modes of Work
Positions that are eligible for hybrid or mobile/remote work mode are at the discretion of the hiring department. Work agreements are reviewed annually at a minimum and are subject to change at any time, and for any reason, throughout the course of employment. Learn more about the work modes.
Additional Information
One-year postdoc with the option to renew.
Background Screening
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U-M EEO Statement
The University of Michigan is an equal employment opportunity employer.