What are the responsibilities and job description for the Postdoctoral Fellow - Comparative Medicine position at MD Anderson?
The laboratory of Dr. Hopkins examines the role of genetic and non-genetic factors on individual and phylogenetic variation in cognition and the brain. This includes testing nonhuman primates on various cognitive functions using automated and manual testing systems. Additionally, our laboratory uses a number of neuroimaging techniques to assess the anatomical and functional organization of the brain. This includes structural magnetic resonance imaging, diffusion tensor imaging, resting state functional MRI, and positron emission tomography. Our laboratory is currently focusing on the mechanisms that influence the neurobiology of age-related changes in cognition in relation to the brain in nonhuman primates.
LEARNING OBJECTIVES
To acquire novel methods and strategies for adopting human neuropsychological tests for assessment of behavior and functions in nonhuman primates, with a particular focus on the development of automated testing systems in socially living nonhuman primates. To develop expertise and skills in the application and use of a variety of neuroimaging tools with images acquired in different modalities. To master statistical analyses used to analyze neuroimaging and behavior data measured with different scales of measurement.
ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS
PhD in neuroscience, psychology, or related discipline. Previous publications and training in basic research methods as it relates to animal behavior and cognition is required. Previous experience performing post-image analyses of structural and functional MRI scans is required. Previous experience working with nonhuman primates is recommended. Programming abilities using Python are also desirable.
POSITION INFORMATION
MD Anderson follows the NIH stipend levels as outlined by the Kirchstein - NRSA. This full-time trainee position will provide a salary between $56,484 to $68,604, dependent upon the years of postgraduate experience.
MD Anderson offers compensated trainees:
- Paid medical benefits (zero premium) starting on first day for trainees who work 30 or more hours per week
- Group Dental, Vision, Life, AD&D and Disability coverage
- Paid Education Vacation and Sick Leave
- Paid institutional holidays, wellness leave, childcare leave and other paid leave programs
- Teachers Retirement System defined-benefit pension plan and two voluntary retirement plans
- Employer paid life, AD&D and an illness-related reduced salary pay program
- Health Savings Account and Dependent Care Reimbursement flexible spending accounts
- Fertility benefits
- State of Texas longevity pay
- Extensive wellness, fitness, employee health programs and employee resource groups
LEARNING OBJECTIVES
To acquire novel methods and strategies for adopting human neuropsychological tests for assessment of behavior and functions in nonhuman primates, with a particular focus on the development of automated testing systems in socially living nonhuman primates. To develop expertise and skills in the application and use of a variety of neuroimaging tools with images acquired in different modalities. To master statistical analyses used to analyze neuroimaging and behavior data measured with different scales of measurement.
ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS
PhD in neuroscience, psychology, or related discipline. Previous publications and training in basic research methods as it relates to animal behavior and cognition is required. Previous experience performing post-image analyses of structural and functional MRI scans is required. Previous experience working with nonhuman primates is recommended. Programming abilities using Python are also desirable.
POSITION INFORMATION
MD Anderson follows the NIH stipend levels as outlined by the Kirchstein - NRSA. This full-time trainee position will provide a salary between $56,484 to $68,604, dependent upon the years of postgraduate experience.
MD Anderson offers compensated trainees:
- Paid medical benefits (zero premium) starting on first day for trainees who work 30 or more hours per week
- Group Dental, Vision, Life, AD&D and Disability coverage
- Paid Education Vacation and Sick Leave
- Paid institutional holidays, wellness leave, childcare leave and other paid leave programs
- Teachers Retirement System defined-benefit pension plan and two voluntary retirement plans
- Employer paid life, AD&D and an illness-related reduced salary pay program
- Health Savings Account and Dependent Care Reimbursement flexible spending accounts
- Fertility benefits
- State of Texas longevity pay
- Extensive wellness, fitness, employee health programs and employee resource groups
Salary : $56,484 - $68,604
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