Postdoctoral Scholar - Research Associate

Keck Medicine of USC • Los Angeles, CA

66d • $68,640

About The Position

The University of Southern California (USC) Chan Division of Occupational Science and Occupational Therapy is seeking two Postdoctoral Scholars – Research Associates to join the Neural Plasticity and Neurorehabilitation Laboratory led by Dr. Sook-Lei Liew. These positions are funded by an NIH R01 grant focused on advancing research in neurorehabilitation, imaging analysis, and brain-computer interfaces. The Postdoctoral Scholars will contribute to multidisciplinary research investigating how brain activity and neuroplasticity relate to motor recovery following neurological injury. Projects may include developing and testing novel brain-computer interface (BCI) systems, conducting neuroimaging analyses (MRI, EEG, fNIRS), and designing experimental and clinical studies to improve rehabilitation outcomes. The scholars will work closely with Dr. Liew and collaborators across neuroscience, engineering, and rehabilitation disciplines, gaining valuable experience in both basic and translational research.

Requirements

• Ph.D. in neuroscience, biomedical engineering, occupational therapy, kinesiology, psychology, or a related field
• Strong background in neuroimaging (e.g., MRI, EEG) or brain-computer interface research
• Demonstrated record of scientific productivity (e.g., publications, conference presentations)
• Excellent analytical, organizational, and communication skills

Nice To Haves

• Experience with neurorehabilitation or motor recovery research
• Proficiency in programming and data analysis tools (e.g., MATLAB, Python, R, SPM, FSL)
• Familiarity with human subjects research and IRB protocols

Responsibilities

• Conduct independent and collaborative research in neurorehabilitation and brain-computer interface technology
• Design, implement, and analyze neuroimaging and behavioral experiments
• Prepare manuscripts for publication and assist in grant writing
• Mentor graduate and undergraduate students involved in related research
• Present research findings at conferences and other academic venues

Benefits

• Annual base salary of $68,640
• Equal opportunity employer
• Reasonable accommodations for applicants and employees with disabilities

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Ph.D. or professional degree
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees