Beth Israel Lahey Health
Postdoctoral Research Fellow in Neuroimaging
Beth Israel Lahey Health, Boston, Massachusetts, us, 02298
Overview
When you join the growing BILH team, you’re making a difference in people’s lives. ABOUT THE CENTER Launched in Nov 2020, the Sadhguru Center for a Conscious Planet (SCCP) is a multidisciplinary research center focused on understanding and enhancing human consciousness, cognition and compassion. The Center is based in the Department of Anesthesia, Critical Care and Pain Medicine at Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center (a Harvard teaching hospital). The Center faculty work with colleagues across the Harvard Medical School system. The Center conducts rigorous research, facilitates thoughtful conversations and exploration, and builds awareness through education and community outreach. Position Description
The Sadhguru Center is looking for a passionate and highly skilled researcher to join our diverse and thriving team. The scientist will have a Harvard Medical School post-doctoral fellow appointment and will work in a large interdisciplinary team in the environment of the Beth Israel Deaconess Center and Harvard Medical School system. Examples of ongoing projects are in the area of perioperative cognitive sciences and the effect of mind-body intervention (yoga and meditation) on cognition, sleep and brain health. The scientist is expected to contribute to all aspects of the projects in which they are involved. The scientist is also encouraged to come up with projects of their own and develop their area of research focus in alignment with the center’s broader mission. As a member of the SCCP team, the scientist will have the opportunity to: Receive mentorship
from the SCCP’s senior faculty, illustrious Scientific Advisory Board members and collaborative network
Dedicate effort
and use SCCP, BIDMC and HMS resources towards their professional career development and potentially transition to a faculty position at HMS under SCCP
Access diverse subject populations
(clinical, healthy, meditators) to conduct robust studies exploring consciousness, cognition and wellbeing in various settings
Be part of the core team
at the early stage of SCCP and contribute to the center’s direction and growth, especially in cognitive neuroscience and neuroimaging
Contribute to education and outreach
activities of SCCP and expand experience, expertise and network beyond academic research
Mentor
research assistants and student interns at SCCP
Qualifications
Required: PhD in related fields such as cognitive neuroscience or other relevant fields
Track record of experiment design, data collection, analysis, publication, and communicating scientific results
Verifiable programming skills in MATLAB, Python, R or similar language. Ability to program experiments in Psychtoolbox, Psychopy or similar stimulus presentation toolboxes for behavioral, fMRI and EEG studies is essential
Demonstrable clarity in communication
Ability to take initiative and work both individually and as part of collaborative teams
Ability to proactively seek out help for solving interdisciplinary problems
Encouraged: Familiarity with research in consciousness, yoga, meditation, mindfulness and other mind-body interventions
Experience with neuroimaging modalities such as MRI, fMRI, EEG, MEG and analyses of fMRI and M/EEG data
Clinical or theoretical research experience in areas such as sleep, stress, cognitive disorders
Experience with grant and research proposal writing
Presenting and interacting with researchers in broad multi-disciplinary groups
Experience mentoring research assistants and students
Job Description: Essential Responsibilities: Abides by the institutional policies of BIDMC relating to health and safety, equality of opportunity and data storage and management.
As a member of the research team, actively pursues research under the supervision of a principal investigator while developing skills for independent work.
Receives training in and performs duties contributing to the investigational work of the team including formulation of research questions and design, conduct of experiments, and evaluation of results.
Prepares and publishes scientific manuscripts under direction of PI.
Develops expertise in desired lab skills/informatics/ physics/clinical research. Develops proficiency with research tools and equipment. Develops ability to work with more independence as the fellowship progresses
Required Qualifications: Doctoral degree required.
0-1 years related work experience required.
Ability to produce complex documents, perform analysis and maintain databases. Prior experience reviewing, analyzing, and summarizing scientific literature.
Excellent attention to detail and interpersonal, organizational, writing, and project management skills.
Strong organizational and data management skills.
Advanced technical computer skills as required for technical support specific to functional area and related systems.
Competencies: Decision Making:
Ability to make decisions that are guided by general instructions and practices requiring some interpretation. May make recommendations for solving problems of moderate complexity and importance.
Problem Solving:
Ability to address problems that are varied, requiring analysis or interpretation of the situation using direct observation, knowledge and skills based on general precedents.
Independence of Action:
Ability to follow precedents and procedures. May set priorities and organize work within general guidelines. Seeks assistance when confronted with difficult and/or unpredictable situations. Work progress is monitored by supervisor/manager.
Written Communications:
Ability to summarize and communicate in English moderately complex information in varied written formats to internal and external customers.
Oral Communications:
Ability to comprehend and communicate complex verbal information in English to medical center staff, patients, families and external customers.
Knowledge:
Ability to demonstrate in-depth knowledge of concepts, practices and policies with the ability to use them in complex varied situations.
Team Work:
Ability to lead collaborative teams for larger projects or groups both internal and external to the Medical Center and across functional areas. Results have implications for the management and operations of multiple areas of the organization.
Customer Service:
Ability to provide a high level of customer service and staff training to meet customer service standards and expectations for the assigned unit(s). Resolves service issues in the assigned unit(s) in a timely and respectful manner.
Physical Nature of the Job: Light work: Exerting up to 20 pounds of force frequently to move objects. Some elements of the job are sedentary, but the employee will be required to stand for periods of time or move through out the hospital campus Vaccination Requirement:
As a health care organization, we require that all staff be vaccinated against influenza as a condition of employment. Learn more about this requirement. More than 35,000 people working together. Nurses, doctors, technicians, therapists, researchers, teachers and more, making a difference in patients’ lives. Your skill and compassion can make us even stronger. Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled
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When you join the growing BILH team, you’re making a difference in people’s lives. ABOUT THE CENTER Launched in Nov 2020, the Sadhguru Center for a Conscious Planet (SCCP) is a multidisciplinary research center focused on understanding and enhancing human consciousness, cognition and compassion. The Center is based in the Department of Anesthesia, Critical Care and Pain Medicine at Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center (a Harvard teaching hospital). The Center faculty work with colleagues across the Harvard Medical School system. The Center conducts rigorous research, facilitates thoughtful conversations and exploration, and builds awareness through education and community outreach. Position Description
The Sadhguru Center is looking for a passionate and highly skilled researcher to join our diverse and thriving team. The scientist will have a Harvard Medical School post-doctoral fellow appointment and will work in a large interdisciplinary team in the environment of the Beth Israel Deaconess Center and Harvard Medical School system. Examples of ongoing projects are in the area of perioperative cognitive sciences and the effect of mind-body intervention (yoga and meditation) on cognition, sleep and brain health. The scientist is expected to contribute to all aspects of the projects in which they are involved. The scientist is also encouraged to come up with projects of their own and develop their area of research focus in alignment with the center’s broader mission. As a member of the SCCP team, the scientist will have the opportunity to: Receive mentorship
from the SCCP’s senior faculty, illustrious Scientific Advisory Board members and collaborative network
Dedicate effort
and use SCCP, BIDMC and HMS resources towards their professional career development and potentially transition to a faculty position at HMS under SCCP
Access diverse subject populations
(clinical, healthy, meditators) to conduct robust studies exploring consciousness, cognition and wellbeing in various settings
Be part of the core team
at the early stage of SCCP and contribute to the center’s direction and growth, especially in cognitive neuroscience and neuroimaging
Contribute to education and outreach
activities of SCCP and expand experience, expertise and network beyond academic research
Mentor
research assistants and student interns at SCCP
Qualifications
Required: PhD in related fields such as cognitive neuroscience or other relevant fields
Track record of experiment design, data collection, analysis, publication, and communicating scientific results
Verifiable programming skills in MATLAB, Python, R or similar language. Ability to program experiments in Psychtoolbox, Psychopy or similar stimulus presentation toolboxes for behavioral, fMRI and EEG studies is essential
Demonstrable clarity in communication
Ability to take initiative and work both individually and as part of collaborative teams
Ability to proactively seek out help for solving interdisciplinary problems
Encouraged: Familiarity with research in consciousness, yoga, meditation, mindfulness and other mind-body interventions
Experience with neuroimaging modalities such as MRI, fMRI, EEG, MEG and analyses of fMRI and M/EEG data
Clinical or theoretical research experience in areas such as sleep, stress, cognitive disorders
Experience with grant and research proposal writing
Presenting and interacting with researchers in broad multi-disciplinary groups
Experience mentoring research assistants and students
Job Description: Essential Responsibilities: Abides by the institutional policies of BIDMC relating to health and safety, equality of opportunity and data storage and management.
As a member of the research team, actively pursues research under the supervision of a principal investigator while developing skills for independent work.
Receives training in and performs duties contributing to the investigational work of the team including formulation of research questions and design, conduct of experiments, and evaluation of results.
Prepares and publishes scientific manuscripts under direction of PI.
Develops expertise in desired lab skills/informatics/ physics/clinical research. Develops proficiency with research tools and equipment. Develops ability to work with more independence as the fellowship progresses
Required Qualifications: Doctoral degree required.
0-1 years related work experience required.
Ability to produce complex documents, perform analysis and maintain databases. Prior experience reviewing, analyzing, and summarizing scientific literature.
Excellent attention to detail and interpersonal, organizational, writing, and project management skills.
Strong organizational and data management skills.
Advanced technical computer skills as required for technical support specific to functional area and related systems.
Competencies: Decision Making:
Ability to make decisions that are guided by general instructions and practices requiring some interpretation. May make recommendations for solving problems of moderate complexity and importance.
Problem Solving:
Ability to address problems that are varied, requiring analysis or interpretation of the situation using direct observation, knowledge and skills based on general precedents.
Independence of Action:
Ability to follow precedents and procedures. May set priorities and organize work within general guidelines. Seeks assistance when confronted with difficult and/or unpredictable situations. Work progress is monitored by supervisor/manager.
Written Communications:
Ability to summarize and communicate in English moderately complex information in varied written formats to internal and external customers.
Oral Communications:
Ability to comprehend and communicate complex verbal information in English to medical center staff, patients, families and external customers.
Knowledge:
Ability to demonstrate in-depth knowledge of concepts, practices and policies with the ability to use them in complex varied situations.
Team Work:
Ability to lead collaborative teams for larger projects or groups both internal and external to the Medical Center and across functional areas. Results have implications for the management and operations of multiple areas of the organization.
Customer Service:
Ability to provide a high level of customer service and staff training to meet customer service standards and expectations for the assigned unit(s). Resolves service issues in the assigned unit(s) in a timely and respectful manner.
Physical Nature of the Job: Light work: Exerting up to 20 pounds of force frequently to move objects. Some elements of the job are sedentary, but the employee will be required to stand for periods of time or move through out the hospital campus Vaccination Requirement:
As a health care organization, we require that all staff be vaccinated against influenza as a condition of employment. Learn more about this requirement. More than 35,000 people working together. Nurses, doctors, technicians, therapists, researchers, teachers and more, making a difference in patients’ lives. Your skill and compassion can make us even stronger. Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled
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