Description
The Li Lab is looking for a highly motivated, bilingual (Chinese-English) Neuropsychology Research Postdoctoral Fellow to join our interdisciplinary research team. Our lab focuses on developing innovative methods to detect, diagnose, treat, and prevent Alzheimer’s Disease and Alzheimer’s Disease-Related Dementias (AD/ADRD), with a special emphasis on older Asian Americans. We also aim to extend our findings to other racially and ethnically minoritized populations.
As a member of the Li Lab, the fellow will take part in groundbreaking work to address the challenges of diagnosing and treating AD/ADRD.
Appointment Term (and whether reappointment is possible)-1 year
Starting date-TBD
Location of appointment-1399 Park Ave 4th Floor NY, NY 10029
Lab and department websites-
Lab: https://labs.icahn.mssm.edu/lilab/
Dept: https://icahn.mssm.edu/about/departments-offices/psychiatry
Wages or salary; and benefits- $74,692
Hiring criteria, including but not limited to eligibility requirements, letters of
recommendation, previous relevant experience, and any evaluation
procedures-
Responsibilities
A solid understanding of neuropsychological testing, dementia evaluation, and cognitive assessment is essential.
Candidates should be able to clearly and effectively communicate research findings to both academic and non-academic audiences.
Flexibility to work independently as well as collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team is important.
Excellent organizational and time-management skills are necessary to effectively balance clinical and research responsibilities.
Additionally, there is a willingness to engage in ongoing professional development through training, seminars, and research activities.
- A strong background in neuropsychology or clinical psychology, with an emphasis on dementia, aging, or related fields, is essential.
- Previous experience conducting neuropsychological assessments, particularly with dementia or aging populations, is required.
- Experience in administering standardized cognitive tests, interpreting neuropsychological data, and contributing to the diagnosis process is necessary.
- Familiarity with statistical analysis and research software (e.g., SPSS, R) is required.
- Experience with clinical research methodologies, including participant recruitment, data collection, and analysis, is highly preferred.
- Previous involvement in community-based research or outreach activities.
- Experience collaborating with interdisciplinary teams, including clinicians, social workers, research coordinators, and program managers, is beneficial.
- A demonstrated interest in dementia-related research, particularly Alzheimer’s Disease and Alzheimer’s Disease-Related Dementias, as well as cross-cultural research, is essential.
Qualifications
A Ph.D. in Neuropsychology, Clinical Psychology, Neuroscience, or a related field is required.
Candidates must demonstrate strong proficiency in both Chinese (Mandarin and/or Cantonese) and English, both orally and in writing, and should be able to conduct assessments and communicate effectively in both languages.
Employer Description
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Compensation
The Mount Sinai Health System (MSHS) provides salary ranges that comply with the New York City Law on Salary Transparency in Job Advertisements. The salary range for the role is $72500 - $80000 Annually. Actual salaries depend on a variety of factors, including experience, education, and operational need. The salary range or contractual rate listed does not include bonuses/incentive, differential pay or other forms of compensation or benefits.