Postdoctoral Scholar- Ezzati Laboratory

Position overview

Salary range : Salary range : The salary range for this position is $64,480-$77,327. The posted UC salary scales set the minimum pay determined by experience level.

See Postdoc Scholar Scale https : / / sites.uci.edu / academicpersonnel / files / 2023 / 02 / postdoc-v2.pdf for the salary range.

Off-scale salaries", i.e. a salary that is higher than the published system-wide salary at the designated experience, are offered when necessary to meet competitive conditions.

Application Window

Open date : February 27, 2024

Next review date : Thursday, Oct 31, 2024 at 11 : 59pm (Pacific Time)

Apply by this date to ensure full consideration by the committee.

Final date : Wednesday, Feb 26, 2025 at 11 : 59pm (Pacific Time)

Applications will continue to be accepted until this date, but those received after the review date will only be considered if the position has not yet been filled.

Position description

POSITION OVERVIEW :

Salary range : The salary range for this position is $64,480-$77,327. The posted UC salary scales set the minimum pay determined by experience level.

See Postdoc Scholar Scale https : / / sites.uci.edu / academicpersonnel / files / 2023 / 02 / postdoc-v2.pdf for the salary range.

Off-scale salaries", i.e. a salary that is higher than the published system-wide salary at the designated experience, are offered when necessary to meet competitive conditions.

POSTDOCTORAL SCHOLAR - DATA SCIENCE AND NEUROINFORMATICS

Our data-science and neuroinformatics research group is seeking a Postdoctoral Fellow to work with our investigators in the department of Neurology.

The candidate will be under direct supervision of Dr. Ali Ezzati, M.D. and will have the opportunity to be co-mentored and collaborate with our world-class, multidisciplinary team of expert faculty in Neurology, Epidemiology, data-science, and biostatistics.

The Primary field of study for our group is Alzheimer's disease and Other Dementia with a focus on using advanced biostatical modeling, artificial intelligence, and machine learning methods.

There will be opportunities to work with large biomedical data across difference fields of neurology, including but not limited to Alzheimer's disease, Aging and dementia, neuroepidemiology, cerebrovascular health, and Headache medicine.

This is an excellent opportunity for candidates who are interested to peruse a career in clinical and translational neuroscience, data-science, neuroinformatics, or digital health.

• The candidate is expected to be functioning somewhat independently, working with large data from several cohorts and clinical trials;
• run analytical models on longitudinal data; develop novel predictive models and analytical tools; summarize findings and publish results in research journals;
• assume general responsibility for scientific operations of the laboratory; provide supervision and guidance to junior technicians, students, and researchers;

help with development and execution of clinical research studies; and contribute to grant writing.

Basic qualifications (required at time of application) :

• Recent or anticipated PhD or equivalent degree
• Experience and PhD in Neuroscience, Computational Biology, Computer science, Statistics, Mathematics, or related fields obtained within the last 3 years.
• Excellent programming skills specifically in R and / or Python.
• Evidence for excellent written and oral communication skills including prior peer-reviewed publications and conference presentations.
Requirements :
• Recent (
• Recent (
• Experience and PhD in Neuroscience, Computational Biology, Computer science, Statistics, Mathematics, or related fields.
• Excellent programming skills specifically in R and / or Python.
• Evidence for excellent written and oral communication skills including prior peer-reviewed publications and conference presentations.

Preferred Qualifications

• Background in and knowledge of biostatistics and clinical research.
• Applicants with prior knowledge in cognitive neurology and neurodegenerative disease, epidemiology, pain, and headache medicine are especially encouraged to apply.

Note : This is an in-person position. Our office is located at UCI campus in Irvine, California.

Substantive inquiries about the positions should be directed to :

Ali Ezzati, MD

Associate Professor of Neurology

UCI Department of Neurology

University of California, Irvine

200 S. Manchester Ave. Ste 206, Orange, CA 92868

[email protected]

TO APPLY : Please log onto UCI's RECRUIT located at https : / / recruit.ap.uci.edu / JPF08741

Applicants should complete an online application profile and upload the following application materials electronically to be considered for the position :

• Cover letter-Please discuss current research, future plans and why this position suits you.
• Curriculum Vitae
• Statement of Research
• Inclusive Excellence Activities Statement - Statement addressing how past and / or potential contributions to inclusive excellence will advance UCI's Commitment to Inclusive Excellence.
• Names and Contact Information of 3-5 References required (contact information only)
• Misc. / Additional (Optional)

Department : https : / / www.neurology.uci.edu /

Qualifications

Basic qualifications (required at time of application)

Recent or anticipated PhD or equivalent degree

• Experience and PhD in Neuroscience, Computational Biology, Computer science, Statistics, Mathematics, or related fields obtained within the last 3 years.
• Excellent programming skills specifically in R and / or Python.
• Evidence for excellent written and oral communication skills including prior peer-reviewed publications and conference presentations.

Application Requirements

Document requirements

Cover Letter

Curriculum Vitae - Your most recently updated C.V.

Inclusive Excellence Activities Statement - Statement addressing how past and / or potential contributions to inclusive excellence will advance UCI's Commitment to Inclusive Excellence.

See our guidance for writing an inclusive excellence activities statement.

Misc / Additional (Optional)

Statement of Research (Optional)

Sexual Misconduct, Harassment and Discrimination Declaration Form - All applicants of academic positions at the University of California, Irvine must download, complete, sign, and upload the following form with their application : Sexual Misconduct, Harassment and Discrimination Declaration Form

Reference requirements

3-5 required (contact information only)

Apply link : https : / / recruit.ap.uci.edu / JPF08741

About UC Irvine

The University of California, Irvine is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action Employer advancing inclusive excellence.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, protected veteran status, or other protected categories covered by the UC anti-discrimination policy.

As a University employee, you will be required to comply with all applicable University policies and / or collective bargaining agreements, as may be amended from time to time.

Federal, state, or local government directives may impose additional requirements.

Job location

Orange, CA