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Working independently but in close cooperation and in consultation with the Principal Investigator and other Research Scientist, the Research Fellow will perform routine and complex laboratory procedures throughout training period. Analyzes and interprets data. May assist in preparation of grant proposals. Participates in publications and presentations as author or co-author. Not responsible for generating grant funds.

The Division of Neuropsychology at Cedars-Sinai in Los Angles is dedicated to training postdoctoral residents in the speciality of clinical neuropsychology. Neuropsychological services are provided to individuals undergoing inpatient or outpatient rehabilitation. Training is focused on providing neuropsychological assessment, emotional and personality testing and psychotherapeutic intervention.

Neuropsychology Postdoctoral Training Program | Cedars-Sinai

Primary Duties and Responsibilities

• May assist in preparation of grant proposals, but is not responsible for generating grant funds.


• May participate in publications and presentations as author or co-author.


• Designs and performs experiments. Will keep appropriate experimental records and documentation and analyze the results with the Principal Investigator.


• May develop, adapt, and implement new research techniques and protocols.


• Analyzes, interprets, summarizes and compiles data.


• Operates and maintains equipment and instruments.

Doctorate (MD, PhD, VMD, or DDS) in area directly related to field of research specialization.

Works independently on research projects designed by a mentor (typically the PI) within area of specialization. Acquires thorough technical and theoretical knowledge of research project and objectives during one to five (1-5) year post-doctoral appointment. Demonstrated aptitude to perform experimental protocols and procedures, including detailed data collection, and analysis and operation and maintenance of specialized equipment. Knowledge of safety standards and maintenance of specialized equipment.

Working Title: Postdoctoral Scientist -Behavioral Science / Cancer Survivorship
Department: PMR Neuropsychology
Business Entity: Cedars-Sinai Medical Center
Job Category: Academic/Research
Job Specialty: Postdoctoral
Position Type: Full-time
Shift Length: 8 hour shift
Shift Type: Day
Base Pay:$64,500.00 - $93,600.00