Research Neuropsychologist/Neuroscientist

Research Neuropsychologist/Neuroscientist Join to apply for the Research Neuropsychologist/Neuroscientist role at The Henry M. Jackson Foundation for the Advancement of Military Medicine Research Neuropsychologist/Neuroscientist Join to apply for the Research Neuropsychologist/Neuroscientist role at The Henry M. Jackson Foundation for the Advancement of Military Medicine Get AI-powered advice on this job and more exclusive features. Join the HJF Team! HJF is seeking a Job Description Join the HJF Team! HJF is seeking a Research Neuropsychologist/Neuroscientist to function as staff member for all categories of patients. Performs duties as a practitioner and consultant in psychiatry with emphasis on problems of all levels of complexity. Knowledge of the principles and theoretical concepts of brain injury pathophysiology, clinical effects and treatment required. This position will be in support of the Traumatic Brain Injury Center of Excellence (TBICoE) at the Naval Medical Center San Diego, California . The TBICoE is a branch of the Research Support Division in the Research and Engineering Directorate (R&E) of the Defense Health Agency (DHA). DHA is a Federal Program within the Department of Defense (DoD). TBICoE, known previously as the Defense and Veterans Brain Injury Center (DVBIC), has been congressionally mandated since 1992 and is currently a matrixed research, dissemination, and knowledge translation program, supporting warfighter brain health and readiness by advancing the traumatic brain injury state of the science and clinical standards. TBICoE’s mission to support the warfighter is executed through subject matter experts embedded across DHA facilities with expertise in TBI clinical research investigations, surveillance, clinical tool development and training, cognitive monitoring and assessment, and dissemination of TBI tools, products, and education/training materials to DoD medical personnel, service members, including Guard, Reserve, and operational medics/corpsmen, veterans with TBI, and families/caregivers of the warfighter. The Henry M. Jackson Foundation for the Advancement of Military Medicine (HJF) is a nonprofit organization dedicated to advancing military medicine. We serve military, medical, academic and government clients by administering, managing and supporting preeminent scientific programs that benefit members of the armed forces and civilians alike. Since its founding in 1983, HJF has served as a vital link between the military medical community and its federal and private partners. HJF's support and administrative capabilities allow military medical researchers and clinicians to maintain their scientific focus and accomplish their research goals. This position is contingent upon contract award. Responsibilities Excellent oral and written communication skills required. Ability to work as part of a multidisciplinary health care team is required. Knowledge of the principles and theoretical concepts of brain injury pathophysiology, clinical effects and treatment required. General research knowledge with the ability to develop and implement scientifically sound research protocols required. Ability to effectively author professional, peer reviewed journal articles, manuscripts, research grant applications, posters and research reports required. Ability to select and apply statistical techniques appropriate to the brain injury research protocols under development and/or application is required. Knowledge of the administrative processes appropriate to the position required. Ability to administer, score and interpret neuropsychological (cognitive performance) testing is required. The incumbent must be able to work comfortably with computer software, including Microsoft Office and basic statistical functions. S/he must adhere to legal, professional and ethical codes with respect to confidentiality and privacy Provides staff expertise in psychology that is pertinent in a wide variety of circumstances, to include management of patients with psychological disorders. Collaborates with physicians in other medical specialties on cases involving complicated and multi-faceted problems. Follows through on all cases to insure effective comprehensive psychological services required. May perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned or directed by the supervisor. This may include attendance of and participation in required training for role. Supervisory Responsibilities Direct Supervisor: Direct authority to make decisions on the following: employee hiring, disciplinary action, starting salaries and merit increases; conduct employee performance evaluations and directs work activities. Qualifications Education and Experience Doctoral degree in Psychology/ Neuropsychology or a related neuroscience field required and preferably has completed a postdoctoral fellowship with human clinical research experience – preferably in TBI/neuroscience. As applicable, maintains continuing education credit sufficient for both their clinical license and to meet medical facility specific Quality Assurance standards for credentialing. As applicable, will have attended a formal neuropsychological fellowship in clinical Neuropsychology and be familiar with specialized testing and assessment procedure. Current certification in Basic Life Support and applicable regulatory trainings related to Human Subjects research is required. Minimum Experience: Contingent on local research governmental and contract lead and HQ government assessment at the time of hire, will have 2-6 years of experience with administration and interpretation of various neuropsychological and neurocognitive tests and/or related physiological and/or functional TBI outcomes measures. Required Knowledge, Skills And Abilities Prior experience within the DoD/VA systems of care preferred. E xperience with administration and interpretation of various neuropsychological and neurocognitive tests and/or related physiological and/or functional TBI outcomes measures. Required Licenses: As applicable, may have and will need to maintain a current license if intending to use clinical services for research purposes. For personal service employees, the Contractor employee must have and maintain a current license to practice in any one of the 50 states, the District of Columbia, Puerto Rico, Guam or the U.S. Virgin Islands, or any US territory that allows for the independent practice of clinical services. This license must be current and unrestricted (not subject to restriction pertaining to the scope, location, or type of practice ordinarily granted to other applicants for similar licenses in granting jurisdiction). Ability to diagnose and treat psychological problems of all complexities. Familiarity with military medical system desirable. Physical Capabilities Lifting: Requires lifting materials up to 25 lbs. Ability to stand or sit at a computer for prolonged periods. Work Environment This position will take place primarily in an office setting. Compensation The annual salary range for this position is $120,600-$224,000. Actual salary will be determined based on experience, education, etc. Benefits HJF offers a comprehensive suite of benefits focused on your health and well-being, from medical, dental, and vision coverage to health savings and retirement plans, and more. Employment with HJF is contingent upon successful completion of a background check, which may include, but is not limited to, contacting your professional references, verification of previous employment, education and credentials, a criminal background check, and a department of motor vehicle (DMV) check if applicable. Any qualifications to be considered as equivalents, in lieu of stated minimums, require the prior approval of the Chief Human Resources Officer. Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals With Disabilities The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor’s legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c) Any qualifications to be considered as equivalents, in lieu of stated minimums, require the prior approval of the Chief Human Resources Officer. Seniority level Seniority level Mid-Senior level Employment type Employment type Full-time Job function Job function Research, Analyst, and Information Technology Industries Research Services Referrals increase your chances of interviewing at The Henry M. 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