Associate Specialist- Yaffe Lab

Associate Specialist- Yaffee Lab

Department of Psychiatry and Behavioral Sciences

University of California, San Francisco

Under the supervision of Dr. Kristine Yaffe at the Center for Population Brain Health (CPBH), the Specialist will contribute to population-based research focused on the epidemiology of cognitive aging and dementia related to two new NIH awards in addition to current awards in the PI's portfolio. Our mission is to improve brain health over the life course to facilitate healthy aging.

The Specialist's key responsibilities will be to conduct brain health epidemiological research including data analysis and synthesis; preparation of materials for grant submissions, conference presentations, and academic publications as a co-author; as well as coordination of day-to-day research activities. The candidate will lead their own research project related to the grants, must have strong management skills, and the ability to adapt and address new challenges. Position is contingent upon available funding.

Required Qualifications:

• Master's or equivalent degree in research-based science (e.g., Public Health, Epidemiology, Biostatistics, Psychiatry, or Neuroscience) or five to ten years of relevant experience.
• Experience in epidemiologic and statistical methods for population-based studies
• Proficiency with statistical programming and data analysis using STATA, SAS, R, or other statistical programs
• Demonstrated effective written communication and interpersonal skills
• Experience with scientific writing and manuscript preparation
• Demonstrated track record of scientific productivity
• Strong interpersonal and organizational skills
• Ability to work both independently and as part of a team
• Ability to set priorities, meet deadlines and manage multiple tasks simultaneously

Preferred Qualifications:

• PhD or equivalent degree in research-based science

Please apply online https://aprecruit.ucsf.edu/JPF05570, with a CV and cover letter.

See Table 24B for the salary range for this position. A reasonable estimate for this position is $73,000-$85,000.

As a University employee, you will be required to comply with all applicable University policies and/or collective bargaining agreements, as may be amended from time to time. Federal, state, or local government directives may impose additional requirements.

The University of California is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, protected veteran status, or other protected status under state or federal law.

As a condition of employment, the finalist will be required to disclose if they are subject to any final administrative or judicial decisions within the last seven years determining that they committed any misconduct.

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