Fellow-Post Doc-Research / Dr. Sowell / Sowell Lab / Full-time / Days

Position Overview The Developmental Cognitive Neuroimaging Laboratory at Children's Hospital Los Angeles, led by Dr. Elizabeth Sowell, investigates brain-behavior relationships in children and adolescents. Our goal is to identify genetic and environmental influences—including past and present—on brain development from childhood through adulthood. We use a multidisciplinary approach that includes behavioral assessments, surveys, biomarkers, and neuroimaging techniques. This postdoctoral position focuses on understanding environmental influences on typical neurodevelopment, with particular emphasis on prenatal and postnatal neurotoxic exposures and socioeconomic risk/resilience factors. The successful candidate will contribute to ongoing analyses using dentine biomarkers to reconstruct heavy metal exposure histories from shed deciduous teeth. Key Responsibilities Conduct data collection and analysis Prepare and present research findings at conferences Draft and publish manuscripts Participate in regular in-person and/or virtual meetings with study staff Assist with grant writing and revisions Support IRB proposal submissions and renewals Mentor students and junior staff as needed Perform other tasks as assigned by the PI or senior lab staff Minimum Qualifications Prior exposure to and/or experience in research in a healthcare environment preferred Preferred Qualifications and Skills Strong research productivity (peer‑reviewed publications, conference presentations) Proficiency in statistical programming (R, MATLAB, Python, SPSS, Systat) Experience with statistical modeling and design, including regression, mediation/moderation, and longitudinal analyses Familiarity with MRI modalities (structural MRI, resting‑state MRI, functional MRI, diffusion‑weighted imaging) Experience with neuroimaging analysis tools (FSL, AFNI, FreeSurfer) Strong computational and image analysis skills, with an understanding of multi‑modal neuroimaging Motivated, collaborative, and detail‑oriented Education / Licensure / Certification MD and/or PhD (or equivalent doctoral degree) required PhD in Psychology, Neuroscience, or a related field highly preferred Applicants must have completed their doctoral degree by the anticipated start date Pay Scale Information $69,056.00 – $114,067.00 Benefits The role offers a competitive compensation package that includes health, dental, vision, 401(k), and other benefits to meet employee needs. Equal Employment Opportunity Statement CHLA is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. We consider qualified applicants for all positions without regard to race, color, religion, creed, national origin, sex, gender identity, age, physical or mental disability, sexual orientation, marital status, veteran or military status, genetic information or any other legally protected basis under federal, state or local laws, regulations or ordinances. We will also consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal history, in a manner consistent with the requirements of state and local laws, including the LA City Fair Chance Ordinance and SF Fair Chance Ordinance. Qualified Applicants with disabilities are entitled to reasonable accommodation under the California Fair Employment and Housing Act and the Americans with Disabilities Act. Please contact CHLA Human Resources if you need assistance completing the application process. #J-18808-Ljbffr 6AM City, LLC