Clinical Neuroscience Research Assistant positions open at UC Davis TCAN Lab

The Translational Cognitive and Affective Neuroscience laboratory (PI: Dr.
Cameron Carter), is recruiting for three to four Junior Specialist (research
assistant) positions at the UC Davis Medical Center, with an anticipated
start date of July 1, 2018 or earlier.  Our research focuses primarily on
studying the neural mechanisms of cognitive dysfunction in psychotic illness
with additional interests in neuroimmune models of psychosis and mental
health services research.  Our three positions are described in brief below
and applicants are encouraged to apply to one or more of the positions
depending on interest level and qualifications.  You can only be considered
for the positions for which you apply, so please read the detailed
descriptions available via each link.  Positions have a one year appointment
with an additional year based on performance, and we strongly consider
applicants who are able to consider a two year commitment.  Deadline for
application review is March 30, 2018.

Applications can only be accepted via the UC Davis Recruit website.  For any

additional questions about the positions, please contact Erika Steinbauer
(esteinbauer@ucdavis.edu).
 

Early Psychosis Study Coordinator:

(https://recruit.ucdavis.edu/apply/JPF02065)

This position is to serve as the study coordinator for the Understanding

Early Psychosis project at UC Davis Medical Center, which involves training
in clinical assessment, study management, and behavioral testing.  The goal
of the study is to use cognitive neuroscience tools, such as fMRI and EEG,
to better understand cognitive deficits in individuals with psychotic
disorders.  Additionally, the laboratory is engaged in several new projects
that focus on using transcranial direct current stimulation (tDCS) and the
incumbent would have the opportunity to provide valuable input to the design
and implementation of these studies at this early stage, gain exposure to
development of ideas for grant proposals, and collect ongoing data for the
projects over the next two years.  Depending on their contribution and role
in the lab the incumbent may have the opportunity to contribute to writing
and review of relevant manuscripts.

 

Early Psychosis Technical Specialist:

(https://recruit.ucdavis.edu/apply/JPF02066)

This position is to serve as a technically-oriented junior specialist for

the Understanding Early Psychosis study at the UC Davis Medical Center. The
incumbent will become proficient in operating all MRI and EEG hardware at
the Imaging Research Center and will be responsible for collecting,
organizing, and analyzing neuroimaging data (including diffusion MRI, fMRI,
EEG/ERP, and PET). Additionally, the laboratory is starting several new
pilot projects focused on using transcranial direct current stimulation
(tDCS) and the incumbent would have the opportunity to provide valuable
input to the design and implementation of these studies at this early stage,
gain exposure to development of ideas for grant proposals, and collect
ongoing data for the projects over the next two years.  Furthermore, the
incumbent may have the opportunity to creatively contribute to the research
project by proposing alternative analysis strategies, generate novel
projects with existing data, and review literature for manuscript
preparation.

Duration of Untreated Psychosis Specialist:

(https://recruit.ucdavis.edu/apply/JPF02067)

This position is to serve as a junior specialist for the Duration of

Untreated Psychosis study at the UC Davis Medical Center.  This study tests
the effectiveness of using electronic screening and telemedicine approaches
to rapidly identify and treat individuals who present with psychosis to a
variety of community sites (e.g., schools, emergency rooms, behavioral
health clinics).  The incumbent will be trained in diagnostic interviews,
learn consenting procedures, manage IRB protocols, and work with community
partners. The current study will be entering a new piloting phase starting
Summer 2018, which will allow the incumbent to meaningfully contribute to
Phase 2 study design and revisions.  Depending on their contribution and
role in the lab, the incumbent may have the opportunity assist in study
design and analysis as well as writing and review of relevant manuscripts.