Associate Research Scientist

Davita Inc.; New York (NY); On-site; USD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Columbia University's Zuckerman Institute is looking for an Associate Research Scientist. The role involves researching how the brain prepares and executes movements. The ideal candidate will hold an MD, PhD, or doctorate in a related field and be interested in interdisciplinary collaboration.

Qualifications

• Interdisciplinary work focus preferred.

Responsibilities

• Study the neural mechanisms and algorithmic principles for movement preparation and execution.

Education

MD, PhD, or doctorate in related field

Job description

Columbia University's Mortimer B. Zuckerman Mind Brain Behavior Institute unites world-class scientists across diverse academic disciplines to conduct groundbreaking research that transforms our understanding of the brain and its influence on the mind and behavior.

As a leading neuroscience institute, our mission is to decipher the mind and brain to better understand behavior. Our researchers are committed to foundational science, uncovering the principles that shape how the brain develops, functions, and recovers.

With more than 50 labs, the Zuckerman Institute serves as a hub for collaboration, bringing together Columbia's top scholars to drive research in bold new directions.

Located in Manhattanville, our state-of-the-art Jerome L. Greene Science Center provides an inspiring home for discovery in one of the world's most dynamic cities.

A lab within the Institute is seeking an Associate Research Scientist who will study the neural mechanisms and the algorithmic principles by which the brain prepares and executes movements.

Minimum Qualifications: MD, PhD, or doctorate in related field

Preferred: Strong candidates will be interested and focused on interdisciplinary work.

Columbia University is an Equal Opportunity Employer / Disability / Veteran

Pay Transparency Disclosure

The salary of the finalist selected for this role will be set based on a variety of factors, including but not limited to departmental budgets, qualifications, experience, education, licenses, specialty, and training. The above hiring range represents the University's good faith and reasonable estimate of the range of possible compensation at the time of posting.