Jobs
Postdoctoral Fellow Wanted
Postdoctoral fellowship opportunity in Department of Psychiatry at UCSD
Applications are invited for a postdoctoral fellowship position in the Department of Psychiatry at the University of California, San Diego to conduct clinical and translational research on transcranial brain stimulation. We seek a highly motivated individual to join our multidisciplinary team in the Human Performance Optimization Lab, led by Dr. Greg Appelbaum and the UCSD Interventional Psychiatry Program, led by Dr. Jeff Daskalakis. Our collaboration seeks to innovate more potent transcranial brain stimulation approaches to treat mental illness and neurological disorders, and to improve learning and rehabilitation. Studies are based on the identification of healthy and pathological brain function related to cognition and mood with functional magnetic resonance imaging (fMRI) or electroencephalography (EEG), and the development and testing of circuit-based neuromodulation treatments with TMS and other stimulation modalities.
A highly qualified postdoctoral fellow is sought to contribute to all aspects of the research process including conducting studies and clinical trials, analysis of behavioral, fMRI, EEG and TMS data, authoring of published articles, grant writing, and the mentoring and supervision of students and research assistants.
Applicants must have: (a) a doctoral degree in psychology, psychiatry, cognitive neuroscience, or a related field by the start date; (b) a strong potential for a career in cognitive or clinically relevant research; and (c) high competence with neuroimaging, neurostimulation, clinical trials, and statistical techniques. Attention to detail, strong quantitative skills, and the ability to work in team-based environment are of top importance.
This position comes with full benefits through the University of California, San Diego. Salary is based on NIH postdoc pay scales (https://www.nhlbi.nih.gov/research/funding/general/nrsa-fund-guide). The initial appointment is for one year, with the opportunity of renewal for additional years. Review of candidates will start immediately, and will continue until the position is filled. The position is available immediately and applicants must be willing to live in San Diego CA, or the surrounding area.
To apply for the position please send an email to Dr. Greg Appelbaum (greg@health.ucsd.edu), with a current CV, a letter of interest with the expected date of availability, and the names and contact information for at least three references. Informal inquiry and questions are welcome via email.
https://medschool.ucsd.edu/som/psychiatry/about/Documents/2021%20Postdoc-OptiLab-InterventionalPsych.pdf
Applications are invited for a postdoctoral fellowship position in the Department of Psychiatry at the University of California, San Diego to conduct clinical and translational research on transcranial brain stimulation. We seek a highly motivated individual to join our multidisciplinary team in the Human Performance Optimization Lab, led by Dr. Greg Appelbaum and the UCSD Interventional Psychiatry Program, led by Dr. Jeff Daskalakis. Our collaboration seeks to innovate more potent transcranial brain stimulation approaches to treat mental illness and neurological disorders, and to improve learning and rehabilitation. Studies are based on the identification of healthy and pathological brain function related to cognition and mood with functional magnetic resonance imaging (fMRI) or electroencephalography (EEG), and the development and testing of circuit-based neuromodulation treatments with TMS and other stimulation modalities.
A highly qualified postdoctoral fellow is sought to contribute to all aspects of the research process including conducting studies and clinical trials, analysis of behavioral, fMRI, EEG and TMS data, authoring of published articles, grant writing, and the mentoring and supervision of students and research assistants.
Applicants must have: (a) a doctoral degree in psychology, psychiatry, cognitive neuroscience, or a related field by the start date; (b) a strong potential for a career in cognitive or clinically relevant research; and (c) high competence with neuroimaging, neurostimulation, clinical trials, and statistical techniques. Attention to detail, strong quantitative skills, and the ability to work in team-based environment are of top importance.
This position comes with full benefits through the University of California, San Diego. Salary is based on NIH postdoc pay scales (https://www.nhlbi.nih.gov/research/funding/general/nrsa-fund-guide). The initial appointment is for one year, with the opportunity of renewal for additional years. Review of candidates will start immediately, and will continue until the position is filled. The position is available immediately and applicants must be willing to live in San Diego CA, or the surrounding area.
To apply for the position please send an email to Dr. Greg Appelbaum (greg@health.ucsd.edu), with a current CV, a letter of interest with the expected date of availability, and the names and contact information for at least three references. Informal inquiry and questions are welcome via email.
https://medschool.ucsd.edu/som/psychiatry/about/Documents/2021%20Postdoc-OptiLab-InterventionalPsych.pdf
Clinical Research Supervisor Wanted
Clinical Research Supervisor/Manager wanted to lead research studies in Interventional Psychaitry
Applications are invited for a Clinical Research Manager for the development of the Interventional Psychiatry Research Program focusing on treatment resistant psychiatric disorders and comorbidities. The manager will focus on initiating and maintaining collaborative relationships between clinical research units and basic science facilities. Primary duties include reviewing proposed new research studies and determining project implementation including contracts, regulatory activities, budgets, etc.
The manager will oversee all aspects of project development; providing clinical research project coordination with other university research sites, overseeing the design, enactment and documentation of research protocols and procedures, and monitoring participant enrollment and follow up retention rates, as well as working with relevant regulatory bodies (e.g. local IRB and DEA). The incumbent will also oversee research staff who have the responsibility of independently administering neuropsychological assessments, clinical rating scales, and structured interviews and questionnaires of research participants. The Clinical Research Manager works closely with colleagues on a variety of collaborations within the Department of Psychiatry to ensure effective and efficient strategic planning, execution, and evaluation of priorities within the scope of the project goals. The manager will coordinate the development of the new interventional protocols, designed specifically for this population. The manager will oversee the daily operation of the projects: taking charge of communication between the program and participating agencies or institutions, managing the workflow of project staff, and ensuring all project goals are met and on schedule. The position will also serve as the main contact between the project and granting agencies for the project.
Individual will be responsible for providing work direction and training to study personnel including Research Associates, Student Workers, and volunteers working on the project at UCSD and all other research staff involved with the Interventional Psychiatry Program. Other duties to include overseeing data collection and entry of all study related data and perform interim database review to monitor study data collection.
See here for a full job description and application portal ... https://employment.ucsd.edu/113543-clinical-research-supervisor-i/job/18193482
Applications are invited for a Clinical Research Manager for the development of the Interventional Psychiatry Research Program focusing on treatment resistant psychiatric disorders and comorbidities. The manager will focus on initiating and maintaining collaborative relationships between clinical research units and basic science facilities. Primary duties include reviewing proposed new research studies and determining project implementation including contracts, regulatory activities, budgets, etc.
The manager will oversee all aspects of project development; providing clinical research project coordination with other university research sites, overseeing the design, enactment and documentation of research protocols and procedures, and monitoring participant enrollment and follow up retention rates, as well as working with relevant regulatory bodies (e.g. local IRB and DEA). The incumbent will also oversee research staff who have the responsibility of independently administering neuropsychological assessments, clinical rating scales, and structured interviews and questionnaires of research participants. The Clinical Research Manager works closely with colleagues on a variety of collaborations within the Department of Psychiatry to ensure effective and efficient strategic planning, execution, and evaluation of priorities within the scope of the project goals. The manager will coordinate the development of the new interventional protocols, designed specifically for this population. The manager will oversee the daily operation of the projects: taking charge of communication between the program and participating agencies or institutions, managing the workflow of project staff, and ensuring all project goals are met and on schedule. The position will also serve as the main contact between the project and granting agencies for the project.
Individual will be responsible for providing work direction and training to study personnel including Research Associates, Student Workers, and volunteers working on the project at UCSD and all other research staff involved with the Interventional Psychiatry Program. Other duties to include overseeing data collection and entry of all study related data and perform interim database review to monitor study data collection.
See here for a full job description and application portal ... https://employment.ucsd.edu/113543-clinical-research-supervisor-i/job/18193482
Clinical Research Coordinator Assistant Wanted
We are seeking a Clinical Research Coordinator Assistant to work alongside the research team to coordinate a run brain stimulation clinical trials. Under supervision, the Interventional Psychiatry Research Assistant will support clinical research efforts for novel therapeutic treatments for psychiatric disorders. The incumbent will work as the Research Manager and Coordinator for multiple new study initiatives for treatment resistant psychiatric disorders and comorbidities. Treatment modalities being researched include transcranial magnetic stimulation (TMS), ketamine, psychedelics, and convulsive therapy including magnetic seizure therapy (MST) and electroconvulsive therapy (ECT). Duties will include recruitment and retention of research subjects; coordinating subject appointments with facilities and staff; clinical and cognitive assessments, neurophysiology experimental assistance; and data collection. Responsibilities will include administering diagnostic interviews; acquiring confidential and sensitive information including medical/mental health history; and administer neurocognitive assessments and symptom rating scales. Duties also include maintenance of accurate and complete clinical research files; update study databases and ensure compliance with standardized protocol.
See here for a full job description and application portal ... https://employment.ucsd.edu/113600-clinical-research-coordinator-assistant/job/18185472
See here for a full job description and application portal ... https://employment.ucsd.edu/113600-clinical-research-coordinator-assistant/job/18185472
Student Research opportunities are available
Are you a UCSD student interested in applied neuroscience? Do the topics and methods used in OptiLab interest you? Do you have advanced statistical skills that you would like to apply to real-world human performance data? Are you looking for research opportunities?
If you answered yes to any of these questions, OptiLab might be a good place for you. We are looking for students (at all levels) to help with data collection and data analysis. Please contact Greg Appelbaum at greg@health.ucsd.edu for inquiries
If you answered yes to any of these questions, OptiLab might be a good place for you. We are looking for students (at all levels) to help with data collection and data analysis. Please contact Greg Appelbaum at greg@health.ucsd.edu for inquiries