UNIV - Postdoctoral Scholar - Department of Neurology
Medical University of South Carolina, Orleans Estates, SC, United States
The Department of Neurology at the Medical University of South Carolina (MUSC) is seeking a highly motivated and talented Postdoctoral Research Fellow to join a human neuroscience research lab focused on Parkinson's disease (PD). Our lab is dedicated to identifying novel neuroimaging biomarkers to track disease progression and understanding the neural mechanisms underlying motor and non‑motor features of PD. This is a full‑time, funded position for a minimum of one year, with the possibility of extension based on performance and funding availability. The successful candidate will play a key role in designing, conducting, and analyzing data from innovative research studies that combine advanced MRI techniques with cutting‑edge brain stimulation methods, including Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation (TMS) and Deep Brain Stimulation (DBS), to improve the lives of individuals with Parkinson's disease. The fellow will support an NIH‑funded research program focused on how STN DBS causes changes in cognition and modulates cognitive networks. The position offers access to state‑of‑the‑art research facilities and mentorship for grant writing, manuscript publication, and presentation at international conferences.
Key Responsibilities
Lead the analysis and writing of manuscripts for peer‑review scientific journals.
Acquire and analyze neurocognitive data and multimodal MRI neuroimaging data (e.g., fMRI, DTI).
Prepare and manage Institutional Review Board (IRB) applications and ensure compliance with all human subject’s research regulations.
Contribute to the preparation of grant applications.
Implement and conduct non‑invasive and invasive brain stimulation protocols (TMS, DBS).
Prepare research and present at scientific meetings.
Assist in mentoring junior lab members, including graduate and undergraduate students.
Required Qualifications
A Ph.D. in Neuroscience, Psychology, Biomedical Engineering, or a related field.
A strong research background with a track record of peer‑reviewed publications.
Excellent organizational, interpersonal, and communication skills.
Ability to work both independently and collaboratively within a research team.
Preferred Qualifications
Demonstrated experience with human neuroimaging analysis software (e.g., FSL, SPM, AFNI, FreeSurfer).
Proficiency in programming languages commonly used in neuroscience research (e.g., Python, MATLAB, R, shell scripting).
Experience preparing and managing IRB protocols for human subjects research.
Hands‑on experience with neurocognitive testing in healthy or clinical populations.
Prior experience with brain stimulation techniques (TMS, DBS) is highly desirable.
Experience working with clinical populations, particularly individuals with movement disorders.
Physical Requirements
Ability to perform job functions in an upright position.
Ability to perform job functions in a seated position.
Ability to perform job functions while walking/mobile.
Ability to climb stairs.
Ability to work indoors.
Ability to work in all cold temperature extremes.
Ability to bend at the waist.
Ability to twist at the waist.
Ability to perform 'pinching' operations.
Ability to fully use both hands/arms.
Ability to perform repetitive motions with hands/wrists/elbows and shoulders.
Ability to fully use both legs.
Ability to reach in all directions.
Possess good finger dexterity.
Ability to maintain tactile sensory functions.
Ability to maintain good olfactory sensory function.
Ability to lift and carry 15 lbs., unassisted.
Ability to lift objects, up to 15 lbs., from floor level to height of 72 inches, unassisted.
Ability to lower objects, up to 15 lbs., from height of 72 inches to floor level, unassisted.
Ability to push/pull objects, up to 15 lbs., unassisted.
Ability to lift and carry objects up to 15 lbs. a distance of five (5) floors and to outlying buildings.
Ability to maintain 20/40 vision, corrected.
Ability to see and recognize objects close at hand.
Ability to see and recognize objects at a distance.
Ability to match or discriminate between colors.
Ability to determine distance/relationship between objects; depth perception.
Good peripheral vision capabilities.
Ability to maintain hearing acuity, with correction.
Ability to perform gross motor functions with frequent fine motor movements.
Ability to be qualified physically (by medical personnel) for respirator use, initially and annually.
Ability to work alone in isolated areas, such as darkrooms.
Ability to obtain and maintain a valid driver's license.
Computer literacy.
Ability to work rotating shifts as required.
Ability to work overtime as required.
Ability to learn and use new processes, tools and equipment as required.
Medical University of South Carolina is an Equal Opportunity Employer. MUSC does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion or belief, age, sex, national origin, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability, protected veteran status, family or parental status, or any other status protected by state laws and/or federal regulations. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration for employment based upon applicable qualifications, merit and business need.
Medical University of South Carolina participates in the federal E‑Verify program to confirm the identity and employment authorization of all newly hired employees. For further information about the E‑Verify program, please consult the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services website.
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Key Responsibilities
Lead the analysis and writing of manuscripts for peer‑review scientific journals.
Acquire and analyze neurocognitive data and multimodal MRI neuroimaging data (e.g., fMRI, DTI).
Prepare and manage Institutional Review Board (IRB) applications and ensure compliance with all human subject’s research regulations.
Contribute to the preparation of grant applications.
Implement and conduct non‑invasive and invasive brain stimulation protocols (TMS, DBS).
Prepare research and present at scientific meetings.
Assist in mentoring junior lab members, including graduate and undergraduate students.
Required Qualifications
A Ph.D. in Neuroscience, Psychology, Biomedical Engineering, or a related field.
A strong research background with a track record of peer‑reviewed publications.
Excellent organizational, interpersonal, and communication skills.
Ability to work both independently and collaboratively within a research team.
Preferred Qualifications
Demonstrated experience with human neuroimaging analysis software (e.g., FSL, SPM, AFNI, FreeSurfer).
Proficiency in programming languages commonly used in neuroscience research (e.g., Python, MATLAB, R, shell scripting).
Experience preparing and managing IRB protocols for human subjects research.
Hands‑on experience with neurocognitive testing in healthy or clinical populations.
Prior experience with brain stimulation techniques (TMS, DBS) is highly desirable.
Experience working with clinical populations, particularly individuals with movement disorders.
Physical Requirements
Ability to perform job functions in an upright position.
Ability to perform job functions in a seated position.
Ability to perform job functions while walking/mobile.
Ability to climb stairs.
Ability to work indoors.
Ability to work in all cold temperature extremes.
Ability to bend at the waist.
Ability to twist at the waist.
Ability to perform 'pinching' operations.
Ability to fully use both hands/arms.
Ability to perform repetitive motions with hands/wrists/elbows and shoulders.
Ability to fully use both legs.
Ability to reach in all directions.
Possess good finger dexterity.
Ability to maintain tactile sensory functions.
Ability to maintain good olfactory sensory function.
Ability to lift and carry 15 lbs., unassisted.
Ability to lift objects, up to 15 lbs., from floor level to height of 72 inches, unassisted.
Ability to lower objects, up to 15 lbs., from height of 72 inches to floor level, unassisted.
Ability to push/pull objects, up to 15 lbs., unassisted.
Ability to lift and carry objects up to 15 lbs. a distance of five (5) floors and to outlying buildings.
Ability to maintain 20/40 vision, corrected.
Ability to see and recognize objects close at hand.
Ability to see and recognize objects at a distance.
Ability to match or discriminate between colors.
Ability to determine distance/relationship between objects; depth perception.
Good peripheral vision capabilities.
Ability to maintain hearing acuity, with correction.
Ability to perform gross motor functions with frequent fine motor movements.
Ability to be qualified physically (by medical personnel) for respirator use, initially and annually.
Ability to work alone in isolated areas, such as darkrooms.
Ability to obtain and maintain a valid driver's license.
Computer literacy.
Ability to work rotating shifts as required.
Ability to work overtime as required.
Ability to learn and use new processes, tools and equipment as required.
Medical University of South Carolina is an Equal Opportunity Employer. MUSC does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion or belief, age, sex, national origin, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability, protected veteran status, family or parental status, or any other status protected by state laws and/or federal regulations. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration for employment based upon applicable qualifications, merit and business need.
Medical University of South Carolina participates in the federal E‑Verify program to confirm the identity and employment authorization of all newly hired employees. For further information about the E‑Verify program, please consult the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services website.
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