Research Associate at Penn Lifespan Informatics and Neuroimaging Center (PennLINC)

University of Pennsylvania; Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

The Perelman School of Medicine at the University of Pennsylvania seeks a Research Associate in Psychiatry. This role involves advanced neuroimaging research on psychiatric symptoms related to reproductive health. The candidate will lead a research team and collaborate with various specialists. The position is initially for one year with the possibility of renewal.

Qualifications

• Candidates must hold an M.D. or M.D./Ph.D. degree.

Responsibilities

• Using advanced neuroimaging techniques for psychiatric research.
• Leading an independent research team and collaborating with multidisciplinary teams.

Education

M.D.

M.D./Ph.D.

Job description

University of Pennsylvania: Perelman School of Medicine: Psychiatry

Location

Philadelphia, PA

Open Date

May 24, 2023

Deadline

May 24, 2025 at 11:59 PM Eastern Time

Description

The Department of Psychiatry at the Perelman School of Medicine, University of Pennsylvania, is seeking candidates for a Research Associate position in the Academic Support Staff. This initial appointment is for one (1) year, with renewal possible based on performance and funding, up to a total of three (3) years. Applicants must hold an M.D. or M.D./Ph.D. degree.

The role involves using advanced neuroimaging techniques to explore mechanisms of psychiatric symptoms related to puberty, pregnancy, postpartum, and menopause. The candidate will learn to lead an independent research team while collaborating with a multidisciplinary team of neuroscientists, engineers, and clinician-scientists.

The successful candidate will have the opportunity to develop a research group focused on reproductive psychiatry across the lifespan under senior faculty supervision.

We value diversity and encourage minorities, women, individuals with disabilities, and protected veterans to apply. The University of Pennsylvania is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Application Process

This position uses Interfolio's Faculty Search platform. Applicants will receive a free Dossier account to submit application materials, including confidential letters of recommendation, at no cost.

The university considers all candidates without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, religion, creed, national origin, citizenship status, age, disability, veteran status, or other protected classes under applicable law.