Research Scientist, Level 1 (Center for Dementia Research) ()

Orangeburg, NY - USA

Yearly Salary: USD 64928 - 78102

Posted on: 29 days ago

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

JOB DESCRIPTION:

This Research scientist position involves analyses of brain signals using electroencephalography in animal models of temporal lobe epilepsy and the use of neurostimulation approaches. Specifically the position involves data acquisition using high density electrode arrays and processing of such recordings. Advanced neurofeedback protocols will be implemented along to test candidate therapeutic interventions to reduce seizures.

JOB DUTIES:

-Data collection and analyses of electrophysiology signals particularly high frequency oscillations
-Development and implementation of advanced signal processing tools
-Presentation of data in conferences
-Manuscript preparation and submission to scientific journals

JOB QUALIFICATIONS:

Minimum Qualifications:

Bachelors degree and two years of professional research experience in an appropriate field or masters degree in an appropriate field may substitute for one year experience.

Preferred Qualifications:

Publications exemplifying expertise in brain disease the use of EEG and oscillations in epilepsy
Experience with coding and advanced signal analyses
Training in Neurology or related field with strong clinical applications

Background Investigation/Justice Center Review Requirements:

Prospective appointees will be: 1) Checked against the Staff Exclusion List (SEL) maintained by the Justice Center for the Protection of People with Special Needs. Prospective employees whose names appear on the SEL as having been found responsible for serious or repeated acts of abuse or neglect will be barred from appointment. 2) Screened against the Statewide Central Register of Child Abuse and Maltreatment (SCR). Prospective employees whose names are indicated on the SCR may be barred from appointment.

*The Research Foundation is a private not-for-profit corporation and is not an agency or instrumentality of the State of New York. Employees of the Research Foundation are not state employees do not participate in any state retirement system and do not receive state fringe benefits. Excellent Benefits Package. Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer - Disabled/Veteran 41 CFR 60-741.5(a) and 41 CFR 60-300.5(a) compliant.

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JOB DESCRIPTION:This Research scientist position involves analyses of brain signals using electroencephalography in animal models of temporal lobe epilepsy and the use of neurostimulation approaches. Specifically the position involves data acquisition using high density electrode arrays and processi...