Post Doctoral Research Associate

This position will work with collaborators on analyzing imaging data, physiological data and behavioral data from the BrainHealth Project.

Ph.D in a related field.

Preferred experiences include research in cognitive neuroscience, especially in the study of healthy aging and dementia disorders; managing and analyzing large-scale databases, including neuroimaging data and cognitive assessments; good writing skills with a track record of published manuscripts; software skills for data visualization and data integration. Spanish as a first or second language is also a preferred qualification to help diversify participant enrollment.

To the extent this position requires the holder to research, work on, or have access to critical infrastructure as defined in Section 117.001(2) of the Texas Business and Commerce Code, the ability to maintain the security or integrity of the critical infrastructure is a minimum qualification to be hired and to continue to be employed in the position.

The Research Associate will work with collaborating scientists on study design and the analysis of Big Data - a large volume of imaging, physiological and behavioral data from the BrainHealth Project. The Post Doctoral Research Associate will also contribute to manuscripts and grant proposals stemming from the BrainHealth Project.

Long hours working on computer. May be required to attend meetings andevents off-site and/or after hours. May be required to interact with researchparticipants.

The BrainHealth Project is a landmark study that seeks to enroll, assess, and provide brain health training protocols (sleep, stress, brain strategies, etc... proven to increase cognitive, social, and/or wellbeing) for 120,000 participants with annual assessments on a validated Brain Health Index for 10 years or more. The Project performs comprehensive brain imaging ( MRI, fMRI, DTI, and others) with a goal of 12,000 participants. The BrainHealth Project offers research opportunities from a rich and voluminous database, including structural and functional imaging scans, as well as online assessments, neuropsychological tests and questionnaires that measure multiple dimensions of brain health. Sequences include MPRAGE, DTI (44 and 47 directions), BOLD-fMRI (including resting-state, button-press task, and breath-hold), and pCASL.

All participants are offered an online Brain Health Index assessment along with remote quarterly personal coaching with advice on which elements to access of a comprehensive web-delivered brain health intervention suite, in order to improve function in target areas of brain health. Unlike other longitudinal studies, the BrainHealth Project seeks to discover, predict and intercept problems as early as possible to test the potential for upward improvement starting in early adulthood through late life rather than a static diagnostic marker.

Remote Work:
After the probationary period, this role may be eligible for a hybrid (partly remote/partly in office) work schedule, subject to business need and manager approval. May be required to use personal computer and other standard office equipment. Must be located within the
DFW Area and have the ability to be on campus with 24 hours of notice. A UT Dallas Remote Work Agreement will be required within 14 days after approval.

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