Post Doctoral Fellow

Mass General Brigham; Belmont (MA); On-site; USD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Mass General Brigham invites applications for a Postdoctoral Research Fellow in Clinical Neuroimaging of PTSD and related disorders. The fellow will investigate neural mechanisms of PTSD, depression, and anxiety using MRI, including resting-state fMRI, and will collaborate across McLean Hospital and Harvard Medical School.

The role offers opportunities to lead manuscripts, present at conferences, and pursue grant-supported research within a multidisciplinary team of neuroscientists,

Qualifications

• PhD, MD/PhD, or equivalent doctoral degree in neuroscience, psychology, biomedical engineering, computational neuroscience, or a related field.
• Experience with human neuroimaging research, including processing and analyzing resting-state fMRI data.
• Strong scientific productivity and scientific writing skills, including peer-reviewed publications.

Responsibilities

• Conduct independent, human-subjects neuroimaging research.
• Process and analyze MRI data, focusing on resting-state fMRI.
• Apply and develop advanced neuroimaging and statistical analysis methods.
• Contribute to the design and implementation of research protocols.
• Prepare manuscripts and contribute to grant applications.

Skills

Neuroimaging research

Resting-state fMRI

Statistical analysis

Scientific writing

Collaborative work

Education

PhD in Neuroscience or related field

Tools

Python

R

MATLAB

Shell scripting

Job description

Site: Mass General Brigham IncorporatedMass General Brigham relies on a wide range of professionals, including doctors, nurses, business people, tech experts, researchers, and systems analysts to advance our mission. As a not-for-profit, we support patient care, research, teaching, and community service, striving to provide exceptional care. We believe that high-performing teams drive groundbreaking medical discoveries and invite all applicants to join us and experience what it means to be part of Mass General Brigham.Job SummaryPostdoctoral Research Fellow in Clinical Neuroimaging of PTSD and Related DisordersMcLean Hospital is seeking a Postdoctoral Research Fellow with a primary focus on investigating the neurobiology of posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD) and related emotional disorders using magnetic resonance imaging (MRI), including functional MRI. The fellow will be mentored by Nathaniel Harnett, Ph.D. and Isabelle Rosso, Ph.D., and will have access to the rich academic and scientific environments of McLean Hospital and Harvard Medical School.The fellow will work on funded studies investigating the neural mechanisms underlying PTSD, depression, and anxiety, with opportunities to analyze functional and other magnetic resonance imaging data. A major focus of the position will be the analysis of resting-state fMRI data using multiple analysis approaches (including GICA, seed-based, network-based) across multiple datasets.The position offers substantial opportunities for scientific development, including leading manuscripts, presenting findings at national and international conferences, contributing to grant applications, developing new research questions using existing datasets, and building an independent program of research. The fellow will join a multidisciplinary and highly collaborative research environment that brings together neuroscientists, psychologists, psychiatrists, statisticians, and clinical researchers.About McLean HospitalMcLean Hospital is a comprehensive psychiatric hospital committed to providing easy access to superior quality, cost-effective mental health services in the Boston area, Massachusetts and beyond. Since 1811, McLean Hospital has been a world leader in the treatment of mental illness and chemical dependency, research into the cause of mental illness and the training of generations of mental health care providers. McLean's multidisciplinary programs treat a broad range of psychiatric illnesses across the full continuum of care.All McLean team members are expected to consistently demonstrate our values of integrity, compassion, respect, diversity, teamwork, excellence and innovation in their work activities and interactions.A post-doctoral fellow typically holds dual affiliations at McLean Hospital and Harvard Medical School. Additional information about research at McLean is available at https://www.mcleanhospital.org/researchResponsibilitiesWith supervision and guidance, responsibilities of the Postdoctoral Research Fellow will include:• Conduct independent and highly specialized human-subjects research• Process, analyze, and interpret MRI data, with particular emphasis on resting-state fMRI data• Apply and, where appropriate, develop advanced neuroimaging and statistical analysis methods• Contribute to the design and implementation of research protocols• Troubleshoot methodological and analytic problems and instruct colleagues in specialized techniques• Synthesize and interpret results• Maintain organized and detailed research records, analysis pipelines, code, and documentation in electronic laboratory notebooks• Present research findings at lab meetings and national and international scientific conferences• Prepare and submit research manuscripts to peer-reviewed journals• Contribute to the preparation of grant applications and other scientific proposals• Assist in supervising research assistants and other trainees• Perform other research-related duties as assignedQualificationsQualificationsRequired:The successful applicant will havePhD, MD/PhD, or equivalent doctoral degree in neuroscience, psychology, biomedical engineering, computational neuroscience, or a related fieldExperience with human neuroimaging research, including processing and analyzing resting-state fMRI dataEvidence of strong scientific productivity and scientific writing skills, including peer-reviewed publicationsStrong quantitative, analytical, and problem-solving skillsExcellent interpersonal and oral communication skillsAbility to work both independently and collaboratively in a multidisciplinary research environmentStrong organizational skills and attention to detailPreferred:Experience with task-based fMRI and/or multimodal neuroimaging approaches such as diffusion MRI or MRSExperience with commonly used neuroimaging analysis software and computational workflowsProgramming experience in Python, R, MATLAB, shell scripting, or related languagesExperience with advanced statistical or computational approaches to neuroimaging dataResearch experience in PTSD, trauma-related disorders, depression, anxiety, affective neuroscience, or related areasInterest in developing an independent line of research and pursuing internal and external career-development fundingWorking environmentWork will be performed in a fast-paced, collaborative research environment requiring independence, teamwork, flexibility, and effective communication. The fellow will work closely with the Principal Investigators and other faculty, postdoctoral fellows, research assistants, trainees, and collaborators across McLean Hospital and Harvard Medical School.ApplicationIf interested in the position, please email a cover letter, CV, and contact information for three references to Nathaniel Harnett ([e-mail]) and Isabelle Rosso ([e-mail])Additional Job Details (if applicable)Physical RequirementsStanding FrequentlyWalking FrequentlySitting OccasionallyLifting FrequentlyCarrying FrequentlyPushing OccasionallyPulling OccasionallyClimbing RarelyBalancing FrequentlyStooping OccasionallyKneeling OccasionallyCrouching OccasionallyCrawling RarelyReaching FrequentlyGross Manipulation (Handling) FrequentlyFine Manipulation (Fingering) FrequentlyFeeling ConstantlyFoot Use RarelyVision - Far ConstantlyVision - Near ConstantlyTalking ConstantlyHearing ConstantlyThe salary range for this position is $2,080 to $3,120,000 annually. At Mass General Brigham, we believe in recognizing and rewarding the unique value each team member brings to our organization. Our approach to determining base pay is comprehensive, and any offer extended will take into account your skills, relevant experience, education, certifications, and other essential factors. The base pay information provided offers an estimate based on the minimum job qualifications; however, it does not encompass all elements contributing to your total compensation package.In addition to competitive base pay, we offer comprehensive benefits, career advancement opportunities, differentials, premiums, and bonuses as applicable, along with recognition programs designed to celebrate your contributions and support your professional growth. We invite candidates to apply, and our Talent Acquisition team will provide an overview of their potential compensation and benefits package.Remote TypeOnsiteWork Location115 Mill StreetScheduled Weekly Hours40Employee TypeRegularWork ShiftDay (United States of America)EEO Statement:0100 Mass General Brigham Incorporated is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religious creed, national origin, sex, age, gender identity, disability, sexual orientation, military service, genetic information, and/or other status protected under law. We will ensure that all individuals with a disability are provided a reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. To ensure reasonable accommodation for individuals protected by Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Vietnam Veteran’s Readjustment Act of 1974, and Title I of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, applicants who require accommodation in the job application process may contact Human Resources at (857)-282-7642.Mass General Brigham Competency FrameworkAt Mass General Brigham, our competency framework defines what effective leadership “looks like” by specifying which behaviors are most critical for successful performance at each job level. The framework is comprised of ten competencies (half People-Focused, half Performance-Focused) and are defined by observable and measurable skills and behaviors that contribute to workplace effectiveness and career success. These competencies are used to evaluate performance, make hiring decisions, identify development needs, mobilize employees across our system, and establish a strong talent pipeline.