Postdoctoral Scientist - Tagliati Lab - Department of Neurology Job Los Angeles area,California USA,Research/Development

Job Description

If you're ready to be a part of groundbreaking research, then we invite you to consider this exciting opportunity and apply today!

Principal Investigator, Dr. Michele Tagliati, is seeking a Postdoctoral Scientist to join a dynamic team!

Dr. Tagliati is looking for a talented Postdoctoral Scientist to support clinical trial development, neuroimaging and biomarker research, botulinum toxin, and deep brain stimulation research. His research interests include early and advanced therapeutics of Parkinson's disease, dystonia, and other movement disorders. Dr. Tagliati pioneered the use of deep brain stimulation in Parkinson's and dystonia, contributing to advances in outcome predictors and therapeutic settings of DBS.

In this role, you will work independently but closely with the Principal Investigator and research staff. You will perform routine and complex laboratory procedures, develop and adapt research techniques, analyze data, and assist in grant proposals. You will also participate in publications and presentations. Note that this position does not involve grant funding responsibilities.

Primary Duties and Responsibilities:

Design and perform experiments.

Maintain experimental records, analyze results with the PI.

Analyze, interpret, and summarize data.

Operate and maintain equipment and instruments.

Observe interactions with MD-patients or MD-human research subjects as relevant.

Department-Specific

Duties and Responsibilities:

Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams including neurologists, sleep medicine specialists, neuroscientists, bioengineers, and neuroimaging scientists.

Screen eligible patients for clinical trials, ensuring compliance with criteria.

Obtain informed consent and conduct clinical assessments (e.g., MDS-UPDRS, NMSS, BFMDRS).

Research DBS programming optimization, including machine learning algorithms for adaptive stimulation.

Contribute to institutional grand rounds, journal clubs, and seminars.

Participate in professional development activities like workshops and grant writing.

Qualifications

Education: Doctorate (PhD) in a relevant research field required.

Experience and Skills:

Ability to work independently on research projects under mentorship.
Technical and theoretical knowledge in the research area, gained during 1-5 years post-doctoral appointment.

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About Us

Cedars-Sinai is a leader in healthcare, research, and education since 1902, serving a diverse community with innovative patient care and medical advancements.

About the Team

As one of the largest nonprofit academic medical centers in the U.S., Cedars-Sinai offers a fast-paced environment with a dedicated team committed to high-quality care for the Los Angeles community.

Req : 7846

Working Title: Postdoctoral Scientist - Tagliati Lab - Department of Neurology

Department: Neurology

Business Entity: Cedars-Sinai Medical Center

Job Category: Academic / Research

Job Specialty: Postdoctoral Scholar

Overtime Status: EXEMPT

Primary Shift: Day

Shift Duration: 8 hours

Base Pay: $62,400 - $93,600

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