Post Doctoral Associate

Post Doctoral AssociateThe Department of Psychiatry has an exciting opportunity for a full-time Post Doctoral Associate to work on the UHealth Campus. The lab is dedicated to the study and treatment of mood, anxiety, and substance use disorders in adolescent and high-risk adult (e.g. HIV+) populations using innovative neuroimaging and immunological methodologies. The neuroimaging program features high-resolution data acquisition and analysis techniques modeled on the Human Connectome Project (HCP) and is committed to the highest standards for magnetic resonance imaging and spectroscopy.Core FunctionsConducts research on specific areas of study as assigned.Prepares research reports and technical papers for publishing.Investigates the feasibility of applying a wide variety of scientific principles and theories.Maintains substantial knowledge of state-of-the-art principles and theories.Develops advanced analytical models and systems and provides solutions and analyses to support strategic and tactical decisions.Adheres to University and unit-level policies and procedures and safeguards University assets.This list of duties and responsibilities is not intended to be all-inclusive and may be expanded to include other duties or responsibilities as necessary.Core QualificationsMD or Ph.D. in relevant field required.Neuroimaging expertise/training preferred.Proficiencies with at least one major neuroimaging software suite (e.g. FSL, AFNI, SPM, Freesurfer, Caret, Connectome Workbench, etc.) and Unix/Linux environment are expected. Familiarity with Matlab, Python, and/or R programming languages is a plus.Knowledge, Skills and Attitudes:Skill in collecting, organizing, and analyzing data.Analysis of fMRI and MR spectroscopy data.Acquiring or processing related MRI and biological measures.Ability to recognize, analyze, and solve a variety of problems.Ability to exercise sound judgment in making critical decisions.The University of Miami offers competitive salaries and a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, tuition remission and more.UHealth-University of Miami Health System, South Florida's only university-based health system, provides leading-edge patient care powered by the ground breaking research and medical education at the Miller School of Medicine. As an academic medical center, we are proud to serve South Florida, Latin America and the Caribbean. Our tradition of excellence has earned worldwide recognition for outstanding teaching, research and patient care. We're the challenge you'veve been looking for.The University of Miami is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Applicants and employees are protected from discrimination based on certain categories protected by Federal law.Job Status: Full timeEmployee Type: Staff