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Postdoc in neuroethics of dementia & neurotech

We seek a highly motivated and collaborative postdoctoral scholar to join an interdisciplinary research program on on experiences of dementia and on the development of new treatments and technologies for neurologic disorders. This work will be directed by Winston Chiong, MD PhD in the UCSF Department of Neurology; in conjunction with Daniel Dohan, PhD (UCSF Institute for Health Policy Studies), Elizabeth Dzeng, PhD MD MPH (UCSF Hospital Medicine; Social & Behavioral Sciences), and diverse interdisciplinary collaborators.

The postdoctoral fellow will conduct qualitative research (including field observation, interviews, and focus groups) with people who have dementia, neurotechnology users, caregivers, and people engaged in the development of novel technologies; and will analyze these data to prepare manuscripts and presentations for national and international meetings. This work will be embedded in a broad research program on ethical issues in neuroscience, in the UCSF Bioethics program (also directed by Dr. Chiong), and in the UCSF Medical Cultures Lab

Required qualifications

  • Doctoral degree or equivalent in behavioral or social sciences (including anthropology, sociology, and science studies), bioethics, or related fields (including philosophy, law, health policy, nursing, social work, neuroscience, and psychology).
  • Demonstrated success in independent ethnographic research.
  • Exceptional written and oral communication skills.

Preferred qualifications

  • Experience working with clinical populations
  • Experience working with health professionals and/or biomedical scientists
  • Prior interest/experience in neuroscience
  • Interest in team science and transdisciplinary collaboration
  • Two-year commitment (with opportunities to extend as mutually desired)

How to apply

Please e-mail decisionlab@ucsf.edu with your CV, cover letter, and names and contact information for three references. Informal inquiries are welcome. Applications will be reviewed on an ongoing basis until the position is filled. If you require reasonable accommodations to participate in the evaluation process, please contact Disability Management Services (DMS) at (415) 476-2621.


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Research assistant in decision neuroscience

Under the supervision of Principal Investigator Winston Chiong, MD PhD, the Assistant Clinical Research Coordinator (Assistant CRC) will perform entry-level duties related to the support and coordination of clinical studies on decision-making in neurologic disease, and may receive training and development to prepare and advance for journey-level work at the next level within the series.

May help prepare protocols for study initiation; help design flow sheets, data forms and source documents; gather and interpret data regarding clinical trial subjects; may apply understanding of inclusion/exclusion eligibility criteria for protocols; help recruit, enroll, register, schedule and retain study subjects; assist research personnel to keep patients on study schedules; complete study forms to submit to sponsors and/or appropriate agencies; collect, enter and clean data into study databases, maintaining data quality; assist with data analysis; assist with preparation of reports and tables; attend team meetings; and perform other duties as assigned.

Required qualifications

  • HS graduation and sufficient experience and demonstrated skills to successfully perform the assigned duties and responsibilities.
  • Excellent verbal and written communications and presentation skills; excellent organizational skills; and excellent interpersonal skills to work effectively in a diverse team.
  • Attention to details.
  • Proficiency with Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, and Windows.
  • Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
  • Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, team-based environment; project management and coordination skills; ability to prioritize tasks and meet multiple deadlines on concurrent projects.
  • Ability to establish cooperative working relationships with patients, co-workers, & physicians.

Preferred qualifications

  • Prior coursework in neuroscience
  • Comfort in working with people who have neurodegenerative disease and their caregivers.
  • Prior experience in statistical computing with R.
  • Demonstrated proficiency with medical terminology.
  • Interest and/or working knowledge of neuroanatomy and of cognitive neuroscience research techniques.
  • Proven ability to work independently and keen attention to detail.

How to apply

Please apply at https://sjobs.brassring.com/TGnewUI/Search/home/HomeWithPreLoad?partnerid=6495&siteid=5861&PageType=JobDetails&jobid=35259176