Junior Specialist- Oyegbile-Chidi Lab | University of California Davis
University of California Davis
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Davis, CA | United States
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Junior Specialist- Oyegbile-Chidi Lab Position Overview: Exempt: A reasonable estimate for this position is $51,300 at Step 1 or $54,600 at Step 2.
Non- Exempt: A reasonable estimate for this position is $24.57/hr at Step 1 or $26.15/hr at Step 2.
The Department of Neurology at the University of California Davis, School of Medicine is recruiting for a part-time or full-time Junior Specialist(s) in the area of clinical and translational neuroscience.
We are seeking a motivated and responsible individual with an interest in sleep, epilepsy and cognition to join a Principal Investigator (PI) and interested in the planning and execution of a research project involving young adults. Within this UC Davis Neurology Research Lab (), the junior specialist may assist in data collection and entry, study design and implementation, literature reviews and data analysis for preparation of manuscripts or conference presentations, and writing conference abstracts and manuscripts (e.g., methods and results sections, generating tables and figures) for several projects. The goal of our research is to investigate cognitive functions including memory, attention, problem-solving, and executive function in individuals with epilepsy and determine how neurocircuitry (fMRI connectivity and EEG connectivity) translates to different cognitive impairment patterns. In addition, we are investigating how sleep plays a role in cognitive problems in these individuals. Finally, we are investigating how sleep stimulation techniques can improve sleep, seizures and cognition in these individuals with epilepsy.
The successful candidate will be at the front lines of cutting-edge research, will work under the supervision of Dr. Oyegbile-Chidi, and the ability to work cooperatively and collegially in a diverse team will be key.
Candidates will be invited to participate in laboratory meetings, assist with experimental designs, contribute towards academic publications published in peer-reviewed journals, and attend relevant talks/meetings.
The candidate will be communicating with clinical trial participants and control participants as well as the research team regularly. As such, strong interpersonal skills are essential. Formal training in computer science is not required; however, the successful candidate will have extensive software development experience and technical competency with using mainstream operating systems (Windows, MacOS).
HOURS: 8hours/week, with the option to increase after 6 months if requested.
RESEARCH IN SPECIALIZED AREAS (90% EFFORT)
A. Perform technical lab activities including analysis of neural signals (EEG and fMRI) - including Matlab, SPSS, R, SAS, Python.
B. Implement research projects - communicating with clinical trial participants, helping troubleshoot at-home equipment over the phone, assist with remote and in-person cognitive testing.
C. Collaborate as author on publications.
D. Scientific contributions to published research
PROFESSIONAL COMPETENCE AND ACTIVITY (5% EFFORT)
A. Participate in appropriate professional/technical societies or groups and other educational and research organizations.
B. Review research proposals, journal manuscripts, and publications related to area of expertise.
UNIVERSITY AND PUBLIC SERVICE (5% EFFORT)
A. May maintain liaison and respond to the needs of various industry organizations, state and federal
agencies, and other external groups on issues related to area of expertise.
B. Participate in activities of committees within the department, college, campus and other University entities, as appropriate.
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About University of California Davis
UC Davis is the home of the Aggies — go-getters, change makers and problem solvers who make their mark at one of the top public universities in the United States. Since we first opened in 1908, we’ve been known for standout academics, sustainability and Aggie Pride as well as valuing the Northern California lifestyle. These themes are woven into our 100-plus-year history and our reputation for solving problems related to food, health, the environment and society.Our 5,300-acre campus is in the city of Davis, a vibrant college town of about 68,000 located in Yolo County. The state capital is 20 minutes away, and world-class destinations such as the San Francisco Bay Area, Lake Tahoe and the Napa Valley are within a two-hour drive.
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