Job Summary
Postdoctoral research fellow position at the University of Michigan Medical School, Department of Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation to work with Dr. Emily Briceno.
Primary Project (NIH/NIA RF1AG088009): Mild Cognitive Impairment and Alzheimer's Disease and Related Dementias: Cross-national longitudinal prognosis and risk factors
Responsibilities*
The postdoctoral scientist will conduct research for an NIH-funded project among culturally, linguistically, and educationally diverse older adults, taking a multidisciplinary approach to understanding cognitive aging and Alzheimer's disease and related dementias (ADRD) across different national contexts.
The selected candidate will work on projects focused on the unique and shared sociodemographic, lifestyle, health, and biological risk factors associated with mild cognitive impairment and dementia across the US, Mexico, and India. Research will take place in close collaboration with faculty mentors. This position is in collaboration with Dr. Miguel Arce Renteria at Columbia University. Opportunities for co-mentoring with Drs. Briceno and Arce will be available
The research fellow will lead and support the analyses of existing longitudinal data in order to begin to develop an independent line of research. The fellow will be exposed to various training opportunities related to the investigation of cognitive aging among linguistically and socio-culturally diverse older adults. Duties include data management and analysis, research presentations at national and international conferences, publishing peer-reviewed manuscripts, participating in seminars and work groups, and collaborating on research grant applications. The fellow will be expected to apply modern data analytic approaches, write manuscripts and grant proposals, and participate in a productive research team.
Required Qualifications*
- PhD in a related science area such as epidemiology, biostatistics, neuroscience, cognitive science, psychology, neuropsychology, neurology, data science, biomedical engineering, or a related discipline
- Less than five years' experience post-doctorate
- A demonstrated record of individual initiative in research
- Strong analytic skills
- Potential to become an independent academic researcher within two to three years
Desired Qualifications*
- Experience working with international datasets and/or international research teams
- Strong academic writing skills
- Interest in developing an independent line of research in cognitive aging
- Ability to work in a fast-paced, team-based environment.
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
Proposed Start: Flexible start date. Winter 2025 or earlier preferred.
Term: 1 year, with 2nd and/or 3rd year extension contingent upon satisfactory progress.
Questions: Email Dr. Briceno at [email protected] or Dr. Arce at [email protected]
Background Screening
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Application Deadline
Job openings are posted for a minimum of seven calendar days. The review and selection process may begin as early as the eighth day after posting. This opening may be removed from posting boards and filled anytime after the minimum posting period has ended.
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The University of Michigan is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.
