About this opportunity
Painresearchers lists this Post-Doctoral Scientist University of California San Diego opportunity in california, Missouri. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
The Brain Mechanisms of Pain and Health Laboratory, directed by Professor Fadel Zeidan, PhD, and affiliated with the UCSD Center for Psychedelic Research, seeks a highly motivated Postdoctoral Fellow to contribute to an innovative research portfolio investigating neural mechanisms underlying therapeutic effects of meditation, psilocybin-assisted therapy, and cannabis for chronic pain conditions.
The successful candidate will have the opportunity to work on multiple NIH-funded and foundation-supported clinical trials, gain expertise in advanced neuroimaging techniques, and contribute to cutting-edge research at the intersection of neuroscience, pain science, and contemplative therapies.
Title: Postdoctoral Fellow
Department: Anesthesiology
Duration: 2-3 years (renewable based on funding and performance)
Start Date: ASAP
Primary Responsibilities
Conduct neuroimaging studies (perfusion fMRI/arterial spin labeling, BOLD imaging) to investigate neural correlates of therapeutic interventions
Participate in the design, recruitment, and conduct of randomized controlled trials examining mindfulness meditation, psilocybin-assisted therapy, and cannabis for chronic pain populations
Perform advanced neuroimaging data analysis and statistical interpretation
Contribute to data management, quality assurance, and regulatory compliance for clinical trials
Prepare manuscripts for peer-reviewed publication and present findings at scientific conferences
Collaborate with multidisciplinary team members including clinicians, data scientists, and research staff
Mentor junior laboratory members and research assistants
Contribute to grant writing and research proposal development
Postdoctoral fellows will have the opportunity to work on funded research including:
Randomized controlled trial of mindfulness-based stress reduction versus psychedelic-assisted therapy for chronic low back pain
Psilocybin-assisted therapy for phantom limb pain
Mindfulness-based intervention for chronic low back pain with neuroimaging endpoints
Required Qualifications
PhD, MD, or equivalent doctoral degree in neuroscience, psychology, biomedical engineering, physiology, or related field
Strong background in research methodology, statistics, and quantitative analysis
Experience with neuroimaging data acquisition and/or analysis (fMRI strongly preferred)
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Ability to work collaboratively in a multidisciplinary team environment
Commitment to rigorous science and ethical research conduct
Preferred Qualifications
Hands-on experience with fMRI data processing and analysis pipelines
Clinical trial experience, including patient recruitment and informed consent procedures
Knowledge of meditation, contemplative practices, or psychedelic science
Programming skills (MATLAB, FSL, Python, R, or similar languages)
Work Environment and Culture
The Zeidan Laboratory is part of a vibrant research community at UC San Diego with generous paid time off. Our laboratory values:
Scientific rigor and integrity
Collaborative and collegial work environment
Respect for participants and their experiences
Rigorous training and professional development
Work-life balance
Diversity and inclusivity
The successful candidate will have access to state-of-the-art neuroimaging facilities, a supportive mentoring relationship with Professor Zeidan, and opportunities for independent research development and career advancement.
Compensation and Benefits
Competitive salary commensurate with postdoctoral fellowship standards and experience
Full benefits package including health insurance, dental, and vision
Professional development funding for conference travel and training
UC San Diego is a premier research institution with world-class facilities and a commitment to interdisciplinary collaboration. The Department of Anesthesiology is recognized for its innovative pain research, and the UCSD Center for Psychedelic Research is at the forefront of clinical psychedelic science.
Equal Opportunity Statement
UC San Diego is committed to creating a community in which a diverse mix of talented people want to work. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and consider applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation, or veteran status.
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Worksite address
california, MO, 65018, US
Who can apply
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