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Postdoctoral Scientist (Health Services) - Tan Lab - Department of Neurology

Cedars-Sinai · Los Angeles, California

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On-site
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0-2 years
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['postgraduate degree']

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  • Doctorate (MD, PhD, VMD, or DDS) in Psychology or related fieldrequired

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  • Experimental protocols and proceduresrequired

    Demonstrated aptitude to perform experimental protocols and procedures, including detailed data collection, and analysisfrom the posting

  • Laboratory equipment operation and maintenancerequired

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  • Clinical interviewsimplied

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  • Motivational interviewingimplied

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Read the full posting as the employer wrote it

Are you ready to be a part of breakthrough research? Take action now by applying to this great opportunity!

Cedars-Sinai offers scientists unparalleled access to groundbreaking technologies, facilities, and resources for conducting research related to an impressive range of diseases and disorders, from cancer, cardiology, and digestive diseases, to genetics, genomics, neurosciences, and women's health.

Dr. Zaldy Tan invites you to consider this Postdoctoral Scientist opportunity to join his dynamic team!

About the Team

The research of Dr. Tan focuses on brain health, Alzheimer’s disease, and health services optimization for older patients. Dr. Tan's studies on brain aging and memory have been published in major medical journals and featured in the New York Times, Time, CNN, Wall Street Journal, Washington Post, and other national publications.

About the Role

Working independently but in close collaboration and in consultation with the Principal Investigator and other Research Scientist, the Postdoctoral Scientist will perform routine and sophisticated laboratory procedures throughout this training period. The incumbent may develop, adapt, and implement new research techniques and protocols. This position is not responsible for generating grant funds.

The incumbent will perform health services, clinical neurology, and geriatric medicine research throughout training period. Incumbent collects, analyzes, and interprets data. May assist in preparation of grant proposals. Participates in publications and presentations as author or co-author.

Primary Duties and Responsibilities:

  • Designs and performs experiments.
  • Maintains experimental records and documentation and analyzes the results with the Principal Investigator.
  • Analyzes interpret, summarizes, and compiles data.
  • Operates and maintains equipment and instruments.
  • May observe MD-patient or MD-human research subject interactions as it pertains directly to research being performed.
  • Performs clinical interviews and interventions, including motivational interviewing and cognitive training.

Qualifications

Education, Experience, and Skills:

  • Doctorate (MD, PhD, VMD, or DDS) in Psychology or in area directly related to field of research specialization.
  • Acquires technical and theoretical knowledge of research project and objectives during one to five (1-5) year post-doctoral appointment.
  • Demonstrated aptitude to perform experimental protocols and procedures, including detailed data collection, and analysis and operation and maintenance of specialized equipment.

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About the organization

Cedars-Sinai is a leader in providing high-quality healthcare encompassing primary care, specialized medicine and research. Since 1902, Cedars-Sinai has evolved to meet the needs of one of the most diverse regions in the nation, setting standards in quality and innovative patient care, research, teaching and community service. Today, Cedars- Sinai is known for its national leadership in transforming healthcare for the benefit of patients. Cedars-Sinai impacts the future of healthcare by developing new approaches to treatment and educating tomorrow's health professionals. Additionally, Cedars-Sinai demonstrates a commitment to the community through programs that improve the health of its most vulnerable residents.

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