Postdoctoral Research Fellow, Epilepsy

Meridian Health, Inc.; Neptune Township (NJ); On-site; USD 56,000 - 68,000; Full time

Job summary

Hackensack Meridian Health is seeking a Postdoctoral Research Fellow in Neurosciences to assist our Neuroscience Faculty with research efforts in epilepsy and EEG. The role involves ideating and executing a year-long project, collaborating with an interdisciplinary team, and contributing to presentations and publications.

The fellow will work closely with Epileptologists, Neurologists and researchers, review EEG studies, develop hypotheses for seizure onset zones, and participate in ongoing

Qualifications

• PhD or MBBS from an accredited program.
• Prior Neurosciences training.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office and Google Suite.

Responsibilities

• Ideate and complete a year-long EEG/epilepsy research project.
• Collaborate with Epileptologists, Neurologists, Neurosurgeons and researchers.
• Publish findings in peer-reviewed journals within a year.
• Present research at national conferences.
• Mentor research students and assistants.

Skills

Excellent communication

Research collaboration

Office software

Education

PhD or MBBS

Neuroscience training

Tools

Microsoft Office

Google Suite

Job description

Overview

Our team members are the heart of what makes us better.

At Hackensack Meridian Health we help our patients live better, healthier lives - and we help one another to succeed. With a culture rooted in connection and collaboration, our employees are team members. Here, competitive benefits are just the beginning. It's also about how we support one another and how we show up for our community.

Together, we keep getting better - advancing our mission to transform healthcare and serve as a leader of positive change.

The Postdoctoral Research Fellow with expertise in Neurosciences will assist our Neuroscience Faculty with their research efforts.

Responsibilities

A day in the life of a Postdoctoral Research Fellow at Hackensack Meridian Health includes:

• The Research Epilepsy Fellows are encouraged to ideate, develop and complete a year-long research project related to EEG, epilepsy or brain networks. The trainees will work closely with a mentor and an interdisciplinary team consisting of Epileptologists, Neurologists, Neurosurgeons and researchers. The trainees will also participate in physician initiated and industry sponsored research. The trainees will present a research abstract at the end of the year and attend at least one national conference. The trainees are encouraged to publish their findings in a research paper within a year of completing the fellowship
• The trainee will shadow the Epileptologist in the Epilepsy monitoring unit and in the outpatient clinic. In addition, the trainees will monitor and review video EEG studies in the EMU under the supervision of an Epileptologist. Only licensed fellows may conduct patient evaluations.
• The trainees will monitor and review routine EEG, rapid EEG, and continuous EEG under the supervision of an Epileptologist. The cases of patients with refractory seizures will be presented by the trainees in a weekly Epilepsy conference. The trainees will also review, discuss and present the intracranial EEG studies of patients who undergo monitoring with stereo EEG or subdural grids and independently form a hypothesis about the plausible seizure onset zone and the surgical plan. Only licensed fellows may provide EEG read reports for sign off by supervising epilepsy attendings. Non licensed providers will monitor studies to ensure continuous monitoring compliance and ensure quality of patient care through escalation of events to the on service neurophysiologist during identified seizure events.
• The trainees will learn about Epilepsy through multiple formats including lectures, discussions and ward rounds (curriculum recommended by AAN). In addition, the trainees will participate in weekly multidisciplinary clinical conferences and case presentations. The trainees will also discuss interesting journal articles in monthly journal clubs.
• Analysis and collecting data as well as organizing data in a useful format for publications. Responsible for publishing the study results and findings in peer-reviewed journals and for presentation at scientific meetings. Maintain research files and ensure participant confidentiality
• Fellows are responsible for establishing research paradigms and designs for all proposed research interests. Responsible for all related grant writing to support the funding of the epilepsy program and EEG lab. Facilitate research collaboration with academicians inside and external to the Neuroscience Institute. Generation of comprehensive research databases to include all collected data to differentiate between diseases versus health participants. Creation and development of a database of epilepsy patients associated with seizure types and patient progression for work up in the EMU and surgical epilepsy program. To participate in ongoing continuing education programs and activities and to share acquired information with research faculty.
• Mentor research students and research assistants as directed by the Laboratory Director. Participate in ongoing continuing education programs and activities and share acquired information with research faculty.
• Other duties and/or projects as assigned.
• Adheres to HMH Organizational competencies and standards of behavior.

Qualifications

Education, Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Required:

• Graduate of an accredited PhD or MBBS Program.
• Prior training in Neurosciences or a related discipline.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Proficient computer skills that may include but are not limited to Microsoft Office and/or Google Suite platforms.

Starting Minimum Rate

Minimum rate of $62,233.60 Annually

Job Posting Disclosure

HMH is committed to pay equity and transparency for our team members. The posted rate of pay in this job posting is a reasonable good faith estimate of the minimum base pay for this role at the time of posting in accordance with the New Jersey Pay Transparency Act and does not reflect the full value of our market-competitive total rewards package.

The starting rate of pay is provided for informational purposes only and is not a guarantee of a specific offer. Posted hourly rates may be stated as an annual salary in the offer and posted annual salaries may be stated as an hourly rate in the offer, depending on the level and nature of the job duties and credentials of the candidate. Posted hourly rates may be stated as an annual salary in the offer and posted annual salaries may be stated as an hourly rate in the offer, depending on the level and nature of the job duties and credentials of the candidate. Posted hourly rates may be stated as an annual salary in the offer and posted annual salaries may be stated as an hourly rate in the offer, depending on the level and nature of the job duties and credentials of the candidate. The base compensation determined at the time of the offer may be different than the posted rate of pay based on a number of non-discriminatory factors, including but not limited to:

Labor Market Data: Compensation is benchmarked against market data to ensure competitiveness.

Experience: Years of relevant work experience.

Education and Certifications: Level of education attained, including specialized certifications, credentials, completed apprenticeship programs or advanced training.

Skills: Demonstrated proficiency in relevant skills and competencies.

Geographic Location: Cost of living and market rates for the specific location.

Internal Equity: Compensation is determined in a manner consistent with compensation ranges for similar roles within the organization.

Budget and Grant Funding: Departmental budgets and any grant funding associated with the job position may impact the pay that can be offered.

In addition to our compensation for full-time and part-time (20+ hours/week) job positions, HMH offers a comprehensive benefits package, including health, dental, vision, paid leave, tuition reimbursement, and retirement benefits.