Post Doctoral Research Fellow

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Job Summary

McLean Hospital is a comprehensive psychiatric hospital committed to providing access to superior quality, cost-effective mental health services in the Boston area, Massachusetts and beyond. Since 1811, McLean Hospital has been a world leader in the treatment of mental illness and chemical dependency, research into the cause of mental illness and the training of generations of mental health care providers. McLean's multidisciplinary programs treat a broad range of psychiatric illnesses across the full continuum of care.


All McLean team members are expected to consistently demonstrate our values of integrity, compassion, respect, diversity, teamwork, excellence and innovation in their work activities and interactions.


A post-doctoral fellow typically holds dual affiliations at McLean Hospital and Harvard Medical School.


There are many opportunities for education and growth in our multidisciplinary, collaborative research environment at McLean Hospital that brings together a diverse group of neurobiologists, clinicians, psychologists and statisticians. Please see


Job Description
With supervision and guidance, responsibilities of the Postdoctoral Research Fellow will include:
o Focus on cognitive function in adults dealing with psychiatric conditions
o Independently examine questions related to cognitive function and emotional processing across existing and new datasets with regards to psychiatric concerns
o Performs independent and highly specialized data analysis and interpretation
o Designs and implements modifications of research protocols
o Troubleshooting problems and instructing colleagues in highly specialized techniques
o Synthesizes and interprets results
o Performs advanced data analysis using various software programs and statistical techniques
o Maintaining organized and detailed records of laboratory experiments in electronic laboratory notebooks
o Presentation of results at lab meetings and national conferences
o Preparation and submission of research manuscripts to peer-reviewed journals
o Assisting with preparation of grant applications
o Other duties as assigned


A successful candidate will:
o Work independently under general direction of the Principal Investigator and staff
o Be motivated, meticulous, organized, and detail-oriented
o Demonstrate initiative and enthusiasm for learning new techniques
o Have strong analytical and problem-solving skills
o Possess strong technical abilities and computer science skills
o Possess exceptional written and oral communication skills as demonstrated by publications and presentation
o Possess the ability to make independent and effective decisions in a timely fashion
o Possess competence in research techniques and methodologies
o Have excellent interpersonal skills
o Be a team player who works well with other lab members

Qualifications

Additional Job Description

EDUCATION: A PhD in clinical psychology or a related field (or equivalent)

If interested in the position, please email a cover letter, CV, and three references to Dr. Dan Dillon ([email protected]).

EXPERIENCE: Prior lab experience required. Must have evidence of strong scientific productivity, including peer-reviewed publications. Open to highly motivated candidates with a relevant background.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITY: Assistance in guiding research assistants and trainees in the lab is expected.

WORKING CONDITIONS: Work will be performed in a fast-paced research environment, requiring teamwork, collaboration, and flexibility. Must be able to work independently.

Additional Job Details (if applicable)

Remote Type

Onsite

Work Location

115 Mill Street

Scheduled Weekly Hours

40

Employee Type

Regular

Work Shift

Day (United States of America)

EEO Statement:

1600 The McLean Hospital Corporation is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religious creed, national origin, sex, age, gender identity, disability, sexual orientation, military service, genetic information, and/or other status protected under law. We will ensure that all individuals with a disability are provided a reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. To ensure reasonable accommodation for individuals protected by Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Vietnam Veteran’s Readjustment Act of 1974, and Title I of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, applicants who require accommodation in the job application process may contact Human Resources at (857)-282-7642.

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