Postdoc- NOMIS-GIND Fellowship program

The J David Gladstone Institutes • San Francisco, CA

1d • $80,000 - $95,000

About The Position

Call for Applications Applications are now open for the NOMIS–Gladstone Fellowship Program at the Gladstone Institute of Neurological Disease (GIND). This interdisciplinary training and research program offers exceptional postdoctoral scientists the freedom to address big una­nswered questions at the intersection of two or more scientific disciplines. Gladstone provides an ideal environment for training in integrative neuroscience with dedicated mentorship by world-class investigators. After completing their research project with two co-mentors, NOMIS Fellows will be in an ideal position to launch independent careers. Collaborations with the University of California San Francisco (UCSF) further expand the opportunities for professional and career development. NOMIS–Gladstone Fellows will have a primary appointment at GIND and an affiliation with UCSF’s Department of Neurology. Benefits Access to state-of-the-art facilities and resources at Gladstone and UCSF Freedom to explore high-risk concepts Acquire qualifications needed to compete for an independent academic faculty position Fully funded two-year position with the possibility of performance-based extensions up to a total of four years Support for research and travel Annual salary of $80–95,000 plus benefits and an annual $10,000 housing supplement. Opportunity to acquire interdisciplinary research skills through co-mentorship in a highly collaborative environment Integration into outstanding Gladstone, UCSF, and NOMIS Foundation networks of pioneering researchers Eligibility Requirements PhD and/or MD at the time of fellowship start date Strong interest in interdisciplinary neuroscience training Genuine commitment to developing an independent academic career Outstanding records of relevant achievements and creativity Evidence for high levels of curiosity, imagination, and perseverance Application Materials Curriculum vitae Statement of research interests (up to two pages) Description of long-term career goals (half page) Contact information for three current or former mentors as references For submission of application materials and inquiries contact: Randi Mott NOMIS–Gladstone Fellowship Program [email protected] Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis. The NOMIS Foundation and Gladstone Institutes are committed to equality and diversity. Hiring Range: Annual salary of $80–95,000 plus benefits, and an annual $10,000 housing supplement Gladstone Perks & Benefits People –work with talented, committed, and supportive teammates within an organization that values each member of its community. A meaningful place to grow and learn –whether it’s your professional skills or scientific knowledge, we have the resources and environment to advance either so you can better support Gladstone’s mission to drive a new era of discovery in disease-oriented science and to mentor tomorrow’s leaders in an inspiring and diverse environment. Healthy work/life balance –you are highly engaged and productive at work because you can have time to recharge and enjoy a vibrant life outside of work. Compensation –competitive salary. Title and salary will be commensurate with education and experience. Excellent benefits –generous medical, dental, vision, retirement plan, paid vacation, commuter benefits, access to free shuttle transportation. Gladstone is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, sex, religion, national origin, ancestry, age, marital status, medical condition, physical or mental disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, or any other non-job related characteristic. We make all employment decisions so as to further this principle of equal employment.

Requirements

• PhD and/or MD at the time of fellowship start date
• Strong interest in interdisciplinary neuroscience training
• Genuine commitment to developing an independent academic career
• Outstanding records of relevant achievements and creativity
• Evidence for high levels of curiosity, imagination, and perseverance
• Curriculum vitae
• Statement of research interests (up to two pages)
• Description of long-term career goals (half page)
• Contact information for three current or former mentors as references

Benefits

• Access to state-of-the-art facilities and resources at Gladstone and UCSF
• Freedom to explore high-risk concepts
• Acquire qualifications needed to compete for an independent academic faculty position
• Fully funded two-year position with the possibility of performance-based extensions up to a total of four years
• Support for research and travel
• Annual salary of $80–95,000 plus benefits and an annual $10,000 housing supplement.
• Opportunity to acquire interdisciplinary research skills through co-mentorship in a highly collaborative environment
• Integration into outstanding Gladstone, UCSF, and NOMIS Foundation networks of pioneering researchers
• People –work with talented, committed, and supportive teammates within an organization that values each member of its community.
• A meaningful place to grow and learn –whether it’s your professional skills or scientific knowledge, we have the resources and environment to advance either so you can better support Gladstone’s mission to drive a new era of discovery in disease-oriented science and to mentor tomorrow’s leaders in an inspiring and diverse environment.
• Healthy work/life balance –you are highly engaged and productive at work because you can have time to recharge and enjoy a vibrant life outside of work.
• Compensation –competitive salary. Title and salary will be commensurate with education and experience.
• Excellent benefits –generous medical, dental, vision, retirement plan, paid vacation, commuter benefits, access to free shuttle transportation.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Ph.D. or professional degree
• Number of Employees: 251-500 employees