Job Information
Mount Sinai Health System Postdoctoral Fellow-MSH-13400-345 in New York, New York
Job Description
S eaver Autism Center for Research and Treatment
The Neurophysiology and Cognition Lab, at the Seaver Autism Center, led by Dr. Shlomit Beker, PhD, ( www.bekerlab.com ) invites applications for a postdoctoral position. The research is done on electrophysiological data (EEG and recordings from the periphery) collected through computerized and social tasks, from individuals with autism and other neurodevelopmental disorders. The main goals of our studies are to understand neural mechanisms underlying developmental disorders, and to develop reliable biomarkers through large-scale studies and clinical trials.
The Beker lab at the Seaver Autism Center studies children and adults with autism and rare genetic disorders, and how they interact with, and are receptive to their immediate environment. We apply advanced signal analysis approaches to address questions on cognition and social interaction in these clinical populations.
Qualifications
Qualifications and Experience
Basic qualifications:
PhD, MD, MD/PhD in Neuroscience/Cognitive Science
Demonstrated expertise in electrophysiology, signal analysis and computational modeling.
Strong record of publications in peer-reviewed journals.
Excellent communication skills
Ability to work in an international and interdisciplinary team
Preferred qualifications:
Applicants with expertise in EEG or body signals in humans, data science and computational neuroscience are strongly encouraged to apply.
extensive experience with Matlab and/or Python and R or other statistical software.
Environment
The Seaver Autism Center at the Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai is recognized for its leadership in autism research. Our team is dedicated to studying the biological underpinnings of autism and rare genetic disorders. We value diversity and inclusivity within our team, actively supporting the personal and professional growth of our members.
Being part of the Seaver Autism Center, you will engage with a supportive and interdisciplinary network, accessing state-of-the-art facilities and collaborative opportunities within Mount Sinai?s vibrant research community.
Mount Sinai offers a rich, interdisciplinary environment, supporting cutting-edge research across diverse areas in neuroscience, translational science and related fields.
Applications
Please send a cover letter, 2-3 letters of recommendation and CV to Dr. Shlomit Beker at shlomit.beker@mssm.edu
Compensation and Benefits:
Salary: $73,588, 3% yearly increase.
Comprehensive benefits package, including medical insurance for candidates and their dependent and access to postdoctoral housing in Upper East Manhattan ( https://icahn.mssm.edu/education/postdoc/housing )
Postdoctoral Work Union ( https://sinaipostdocunion.org/ )
Support for international candidates includes J1 visa sponsorship and J2 visa support for dependents.
Dedicated Office of Postdoctoral Affairs to support your professional growth.
SPOC-UAW Local 4100 at Icahn School of Medicine (Post Docs), 859 - Psychiatry - ISM, Icahn School of Medicine
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Responsibilities
Appointment Details
Term: 1-year initial appointment, up to a 5-year appointment, contingent upon performance and availability of funding.
Location: Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai, 1428 Madison Ave, Manhattan, New York.
Conduct cutting-edge research with a strong translational impact for neurodevelopmental disorders
Integrate the neuroscience of developmental disorders with signal and data analysis, and be involved in both studies on mechanisms, and large-scale biomarkers studies and clinical trials.
Be an active participant in the vibrant and exciting research community of the Seaver Center and the Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai.
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Compensation Statement
Mount Sinai Health System (MSHS) provides a salary range to 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 hospital need. The salary range or contractual rate listed does not include bonuses/incentive, differential pay or other forms of compensation or benefits.