Pain Research Postdoc: Neurobehavioral Methods & Interventions

University of Virginia; Charlottesville (VA); On-site; USD 52,000 - 72,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Benefits package

On-site Charlottesville

Job summary

The multidisciplinary pain research lab of Dr. Patrick Finan at the University of Virginia Department of Anesthesiology is recruiting a postdoctoral fellow to start in Summer 2027 to advance self‑management solutions for chronic pain.

The role involves diverse methods, from intensive longitudinal assessments to laboratory experiments and clinical interventions. The environment is highly collaborative with UVA departments and external partners.

Qualifications

• PhD, MD, or equivalent degree required prior to start date.
• Experience with longitudinal data analysis and quantitative methods preferred.
• Ability to lead behavioral intervention delivery (e.g., mindfulness, psychoeducation) and contribute to project execution.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with UVA departments and collaborators on pain research projects.
• Conduct data analyses, manuscript preparation, and grant development.
• Lead or co‑lead behavioral intervention delivery as needed.
• Contribute to study design and dissemination of findings.

Skills

Longitudinal data analysis

Quantitative analysis

Education

PhD or MD

Job description

The multidisciplinary pain research lab of Dr. Patrick Finan at the University of Virginia Department of Anesthesiology is recruiting a postdoctoral fellow to start in Summer 2027 to advance self‑management solutions for chronic pain.

The role involves diverse methods, from intensive longitudinal assessments to laboratory experiments and clinical interventions. The environment is highly collaborative with UVA departments and external partners.