Job Opportunity: Neurology Research at UT Southwestern

Dr. Elan D. Louis, the chair of the Department of Neurology at University of Texas Southwestern, is interested in hiring 4 full-time paid research associates (RA) who will be involved in the study of Cognition in Essential Tremor (COGNET) to start in May 2020 and the Risks Underlying Essential Tremor (RULET) to start also in May 2020. These studies are attempting to understand the connection between and progression of cognitive decline in Essential Tremor (ET) and the environmental effects as a cause for neuro-degenerative diseases (i.e.: Essential Tremor and Parkinson's Disease).

The RA will travel within the US to conduct in-person visits, which include neuro-psychological testing and videotaped neurological examinations. The RA will learn about aspects of clinical research from study design to data collection and publication, how to recognize a range of involuntary movements, and is strongly encouraged to conduct independent research. B.A./B.S. degree, driver’s license, and experience working with elderly individuals/vulnerable populations are required. Candidates must be able to commit 2 years to the position. Interested candidates should send a resume and cover letter as soon as possible to Dr. Nora Hernandez at nora.hernandez@utsouthwestern.edu.

Access the job postings by using the following link: https://jobs.utsouthwestern.edu/
 
In the Keywords box, the positions are listed under these codes: 445829 for the COGNET positions and 445832 for the RULET positions.

SUNY Optometry CSTEP Spring Internship & Summer Academic Program

SUNY Optometry is excited to announce that CSTEP Spring Internship and Summer Academic Program applications are now available. The internship program is a great opportunity for pre-health students to get hands-on experience, explore the optometry field and participate in professional development workshops and activities. The Summer Academic Program introduces students to the optometry school curriculum, while offering two credits which can be used as elective credits upon enrolling at the College of Optometry. Students may choose to apply to either or both of the programs.

The New York State eligibility requirements to qualify for CSTEP are:

• Be a New York State resident
• Full-time college or graduate student 
• Identify as a member of a historically underrepresented group in STEM (African American, Hispanic/Latinx, American Indian or Alaska Native) or be economically disadvantaged as per New York State's Income Eligibility Criteria

The deadline to apply is Friday, April 10, 2020.

More information (and the application) can be found on SUNY Optometry's CSTEP website.

Job Opportunity: Psychology Research at Stony Brook University

Candidates are being considered for a full-time Research Support Specialist position in Dr. Matthew Lerner's Social Competence and Treatment Lab in the Department of Psychology at Stony Brook University.
This position is to support a NIMH R01-funded study of an intervention to improve social functioning in children and teens with autism spectrum disorders.

For more information and to apply, please see here.

Additional details below:

Required Qualifications: (Evidenced by an attached resume)

Bachelor's degree in a related field in hand or to be obtained by July 2020. Experience in a research setting with individuals with autism spectrum disorders (work experience, internship, student, training, etc.) Ability to demonstrate professional competence in research activities. Specialized training and experience in operating equipment, carrying out test procedures, and using special methods for data collation and interpretation. 

Preferred Qualifications: Bachelor's degree in Psychology in hand or to be obtained by July 2020. Experience with data collection with individuals with autism and/or their families. Experience with data management in a research setting, including but not limited to using tools such as REDCap. Experience with recruitment of and/or outreach to youth and families. Experience with EEG or other psychophysiological data collection. Experience working with children and/or families. Research experience. 

Brief Description: Within defined test or analytical protocols, operate equipment, carry out test procedures, as well as collate and interpret data using special methods in support of a research project or program for Dr. Lerner in the Department of Psychology. 

The successful incumbent will have excellent customer service and interpersonal skills, exercising strong organizational and time-management skills with an exceptional attention to detail. Essential for this role is the adeptness to work independently as well as part of a team with a collaborative approach to problem solving.Strong organizational and time management skills with exceptional attention to detail.

In support of a study examining interventions for teens with autism spectrum disorder, including effects on behavioral, electrophysiological, and peer-based outcomes: 

• Running laboratory visits
• Scheduling study visits
• Coordinating contact with schools & families to include outreach & recruitment
• Conducting research visits including psychophysiology
• Assist with managing lab materials, ordering, and data
• Assist with IRB compliance, progress reports

Other duties or projects as assigned such as assist in a related study.  

Special Notes:The Research Foundation of SUNY is a private educational corporation. Employment is subject to the Research Foundation policies and procedures, sponsor guidelines and the availability of funding. FLSA Nonexempt position, eligible for the overtime provisions of the FLSA.

Jumpstart Your Personal Statement: Planning & Revision for Health Professions

Need to jumpstart your personal statement? Let’s talk it out! The Science Fellows are partnering with Beyond Barnard and would like to invite all members of Cycle 2020 (students and alums) to begin to work on personal statements on Monday 3/9 at 7:00 pm in Beyond Barnard. This workshop will go over some techniques in getting started & revising your personal statements. We seek to provide a space to work together, discuss your ideas with Science Fellows, and to strategize your personal statement. There will be snacks! Please feel free to come with vague ideas, an outline, or a draft! We look forward to seeing you.

RSVP here!

Application Prep: Choosing Health Professions Schools

Planning to apply to health professions programs this summer? Questions about how to choose a list of schools to which to apply? Join us for Application Prep: Choosing Health Professions Schools for a discussion of “fit” in the application process. How can you decide whether you’re genuinely interested in a program, and whether the program is the right fit for you? We’ll discuss factors that you might consider when evaluating programs, and how to continue collecting information throughout the application process to help you make final decisions.

This program is offered twice: tomorrow March 3, at 6:00 PM (in person) and again on March 12 at 6:00 PM (live webinar). RSVP via the links!

Job Opportunity: Medical Assistant at Hellman Dermatology

Please see job description below. This opportunity is also listed on Handshake. 

"A unique. full time opportunity for a medical assistant in a high volume, high end, patient focused cosmetic, laser and medical dermatology office in New York City. 

New graduates are encouraged to apply as are pre-med, medical post bac school applicants and anyone considering a future in the medical or healthcare sector. Training will be offered.

The ideal candidate is a smart, highly motivated, self starter, with excellent communication skills coupled with highly developed interpersonal skills.

The position requires a flexible, team player with a positive, can do attitude, take charge personality, and excellent organizational skills. Position requires someone who is detail oriented and who will be open to changing priorities and managing multiple tasks simultaneously.

Exceptional customer service and phone etiquette is also essential.

Individual will be responsible for patient flow, assisting the doctor with all patients, patient follow-up, maintaining and organizing patient rooms, sterilization of instruments, prescription support, assisting with clinical trials and research and some general office duties. 

Complete patient focused medical care is the goal and philosophy of the practice and all staff supports and provides this level of comprehensive treatment to each and every patient."