Post Doctoral Fellow Psychology Training

McLean Hospital is a comprehensive psychiatric hospital committed to providing easy access to superior quality, cost-effective mental health services in the Boston area, Massachusetts and beyond. Since 1811, McLean Hospital has been a world leader in the treatment of mental illness and chemical dependency, research into the cause of mental illness and the training of generations of mental health care providers. McLean's multidisciplinary programs treat a broad range of psychiatric illnesses across the full continuum of care.All McLean team members are expected to consistently demonstrate our values of integrity, compassion, respect, diversity, teamwork, excellence and innovation in their work activities and interactions.A post-doctoral fellow typically holds dual affiliations at McLean Hospital and Harvard Medical School. There are many opportunities for education and growth in our multidisciplinary, collaborative research environment at McLean Hospital that brings together a diverse group of neurobiologists, clinicians, psychologists and statisticians. Please see https://www.mcleanhospital.org/researchJob DescriptionWith supervision and guidance, responsibilities of the Postdoctoral Research Fellow will include:oFocus on intersection between inflammation, trauma, stress and at risk communitiesoIndependently examine questions related to inflammation and metabolism across existing and new datasets with regards to trauma-related disorder outcomesoPerforms independent and highly specialized experimental proceduresoDesigns and implements modifications of research protocolsoTroubleshooting problems and instructing colleagues in highly specialized techniquesoSynthesizes and interprets resultsoPerforms advanced data recording and analysis using various software programs and statistical techniquesoMaintaining organized and detailed records of laboratory experiments in electronic laboratory notebooksoPresentation of results at lab meetings and national conferencesoPreparation and submission of research manuscripts to peer-reviewed journalsoAssisting with preparation of grant applicationsoOther duties as assignedA successful candidate will:oWork independently under general direction of the Principal InvestigatoroBe motivated, meticulous, organized, and detail-orientedoDemonstrate initiative and enthusiasm for learning new techniquesoHave strong analytical and problem-solving skillsoPossess strong technical abilities and computer science skillsoPossess exceptional written and oral communication skills as demonstrated by publications and presentationoPossess the ability to make independent and effective decisions in a timely fashionoPossess competence in research techniques and methodologiesoHave excellent interpersonal skillsoBe a team player who works well with other lab membersAdditional Job Description EDUCATION: A PhD in neuroscience or a related field (or equivalent) If interested in the position, please email a cover letter, CV, and three references to kressler@mclean.harvard.edu. EXPERIENCE: Prior lab experience required. Must have evidence of strong scientific productivity, including peer-reviewed publications. Open to highly motivated candidates with a relevant background. SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITY: Assistance in guiding research technicians and trainees in the lab is expected. WORKING CONDITIONS: Work will be performed in a fast-paced research laboratory environment, requiring teamwork, collaboration, and flexibility. Must be able to work independently. Physical Requirements Standing Frequently Walking Frequently Sitting Occasionally Lifting Frequently Carrying Frequently Pushing Occasionally Pulling Occasionally Climbing Rarely Balancing Frequently Stooping Occasionally Kneeling Occasionally Crouching Occasionally Crawling Rarely Reaching Frequently Gross Manipulation (Handling) Frequently Fine Manipulation (Fingering) Frequently Feeling Constantly Foot Use Rarely Vision - Far Constantly Vision - Near Constantly Talking Constantly Hearing ConstantlyThe McLean Hospital Corporation is an Equal Opportunity Employer. By embracing diverse skills, perspectives and ideas, we choose to lead. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religious creed, national origin, sex, age, gender identity, disability, sexual orientation, military service, genetic information, and/or other status protected under law. We will ensure that all individuals with a disability are provided a reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment.RequiredPreferredJob IndustriesOther