ASSOCIATE IN RESEARCH

School of Medicine

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Occupational Summary: 

An associate in research position is available immediately in Neuromodulation and Stroke Recovery Lab, Department of Neurology, Duke University School of Medicine 

Our research laboratory focuses on: 

1) understanding the mechanisms of motor/visual field deficit/pain recovery and identifying targets for precision rehabilitation/intervention with neuromodulation tools; 

2) development of imaging and neurophysiological biomarkers of stroke motor impairment, sensory and visual field deficit recovery; 

3) use of non-invasive brain stimulation tools (transcranial direct current stimulation, transcranial magnetic stimulation, low intensity focused ultrasound stimulation, etc.) to modulate/mitigate these deficits. We have a robust funding track record from the National institute of Health, American Heart Association, industry and philanthropic donations. We are seeking a candidate with primary interest in post-stroke recovery (motor, vision or pain recovery). The position is for at least 2 years. 

Work Performed:

Responsibility: 

· To work on research project to collect, process and analyze behavioral (FM-UE, WMFT), neurophysiology (TMS, EEG), neuroimaging (sMRI/fMRI/fNIR) data in stroke patients. 

· To assist with manuscript preparation and submission to high-impact peer-reviewed journals 

· To assist in grant proposals preparation 

· To participate in biweekly lab project meetings 

· To Present findings at local, national and international scientific meetings if interested 

· To supervise and mentor graduate students or residents or fellows at various levels 

Preferred skills: 

· Ph.D. in neuroscience or rehabilitation science or Biomedical Engineering, or a related field. Master degree above is acceptable but prefer to have prior experience. 

· Must have experience in at least two following areas: neurophysiology (TMS or EEG) testing, neuro-imaging (sMRI/fMRI/fNIR) testing, behavioral (neuromechanics, kinematics or clinical outcomes) testing 

· Proficiency in MATLAB and Python 

· Good knowledge of statistics and study design. 

· Capability to assist with publishing peer-reviewed publications, such as data preparation, analysis and writing contribution. 

· Strong work ethic, time management skills, and the ability to work independently and collaboratively. 

· Good communication skill and comfortable working with stroke subjects in acute, subacute or chronic stage. 

Min Degree Requirements: 

Science related master degree or terminal degree (e.g. Sc.D., M.D., D.V .M) Other Requirements: Incumbent must be engaged in scientific research that requires a scientific leadership role, and not employed as a research staff member.

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