Postdoctoral Research Fellow Studying Athlete and Military Brain Health

Mass General Brigham; Boston (MA); Hybrid; USD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading research lab at Spaulding Rehabilitation Hospital is seeking a Postdoctoral Research Fellow specializing in computational neuroscience. This role focuses on traumatic brain injury, utilizing advanced machine learning techniques to analyze multimodal datasets. The Fellow will work in a collaborative environment, contributing to impactful research and publications. Ideal candidates will hold a PhD and possess strong programming skills, particularly in Python, MATLAB, or R.

Benefits

Dynamic research environment

Access to large-scale clinical datasets

Opportunities to publish in top-tier journals

Collaborative research team

Qualifications

• PhD or equivalent in neuroscience, biomedical engineering, or related field.
• Demonstrated expertise in machine learning methods and computational modeling.

Responsibilities

• Develop predictive computational models using multimodal datasets.
• Process neuroimaging data to explore biomarkers of concussion.
• Author manuscripts and collaborate on grant proposals.

Skills

Machine Learning

Data Analysis

Programming

Communication

Education

PhD in Neuroscience

PhD in Biomedical Engineering

PhD in Bioinformatics

PhD in Computer Science

PhD in Biostatistics

PhD in Data Science

Tools

Python

MATLAB

R

Job description

Site: The Spaulding Rehabilitation Hospital Corporation

Mass 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 Summary

The LATE-TBI Lab at Spaulding Rehabilitation Hospital is seeking a Postdoctoral Research Fellow with expertise in computational neuroscience or biomedical data science. The lab investigates the short- and long-term effects of traumatic brain injury, including concussion and blast exposures, focusing on conditions such as chronic traumatic encephalopathy (CTE) and amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS). The Fellow will lead projects using multimodal datasets, including neuroimaging, EEG, biospecimens, electronic health records, and physiologic telemetry. They will develop machine learning models to improve diagnostic accuracy, predict clinical outcomes, and identify novel therapeutic targets. Ideal candidates will hold a PhD in a related field, have strong programming and data analysis skills, and experience working with large biomedical datasets. This role offers a collaborative research environment, access to expansive clinical resources, and opportunities for impactful publications and national presentations.

Qualifications

Postdoctoral Research Fellow – LATE-TBI Lab, Spaulding Rehabilitation Hospital

Overview: The Long-term Assessment and Treatment Exploration for TBI (LATE-TBI) Lab, directed by Daniel Daneshvar, MD, PhD, at Spaulding Rehabilitation Hospital, seeks a highly motivated Postdoctoral Research Fellow with expertise in computational neuroscience, biomedical data science, or related disciplines. The lab studies the acute and chronic effects of traumatic brain injury, including concussion and blast-related exposures among military service members. Research includes the identification of novel biomarkers for concussion diagnosis, investigation of long-term neurodegenerative outcomes such as CTE and ALS, and improving health span through enhanced recovery and therapeutic strategies.

The Postdoctoral Fellow will lead projects using multimodal data including neuroimaging, EEG, electronic health records (EHR), biospecimens, and telemetry. They will develop advanced AI and machine learning models aimed at predicting clinical outcomes, refining diagnostic accuracy, and identifying targets for early intervention in traumatic brain injury and related disorders.

Key Responsibilities May Include

• Develop, implement, and validate predictive computational models using multimodal datasets, including EEG, MRI, clinical telemetry, and EHR.
• Process and analyze neuroimaging data to explore biomarkers and neural correlates of concussion and neurodegenerative diseases.
• Author manuscripts, abstracts, and presentations for dissemination at national and international scientific meetings.
• Collaborate on grant proposals, protocols, and regulatory documentation related to ongoing research projects.
• Provide mentorship to fellows, residents, research assistants, and other trainees involved in data analysis and computational modeling.
• Engage in regular interdisciplinary meetings and actively contribute to collaborative research networks across Harvard Medical School, Spaulding Rehabilitation Hospital, and affiliated institutions.

Qualifications

• PhD or equivalent terminal degree in neuroscience, biomedical engineering, bioinformatics, computer science, biostatistics, data science, or a related field.
• Demonstrated expertise in machine learning methods, AI, and computational modeling techniques applied to biomedical research.
• Proficiency in programming languages such as Python, MATLAB, or R.
• Experience with EEG, neuroimaging (MRI, DTI, fMRI), or physiologic telemetry data.
• Ability to integrate and analyze large-scale clinical or biomedical datasets.
• Strong publication record and excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to independently design experiments, solve research problems, and collaborate effectively in an interdisciplinary team.
• Please note that the position requires U.S. citizenship due to funding agency restrictions.

Preferred Qualifications

• Prior experience in research related to traumatic brain injury, concussion, neurodegeneration, or military-related injury.
• Experience working with clinical databases and familiarity with IRB procedures and regulatory processes.

What We Offer

• A dynamic, interdisciplinary research environment at the forefront of neuroscience, sports, and military service.
• Access to large-scale clinical datasets.
• Opportunities to publish in top-tier journals and present at leading conferences.
• A collaborative and stimulating research team with strong neuroscience expertise.

Additional Job Details

Remote Type: Hybrid

Work Location: 300 First Avenue

Scheduled Weekly Hours: 40

Employee Type: Regular

Work Shift: Day (United States of America)

EEO Statement

The Spaulding Rehabilitation Hospital Corporation is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, gender identity, disability, sexual orientation, military service, genetic information, or other protected status. Reasonable accommodations are provided for individuals with disabilities during the application and interview process. For accommodations, contact Human Resources at (857)-282-7642.