Postdoctoral Research Scholar Position in Neuroimaging and Behavior Genetics
Department of Psychiatry, University of California, San Diego
The Department of Psychiatry at the University of California, San Diego is pleased to invite
applications for a postdoctoral research scholar position in neuroimaging and behavior genetics
under the direction of Drs. William Kremen (Psychiatry) and Anders Dale (Radiology and
Neuroscience). The position focuses on training in the application of sophisticated neuroimaging
methods (structural MRI, DTI, fMRI, and ASL) and associated studies that will be applied to the
NIH/NIA-funded Vietnam Era Twin Study of Aging (VETSA). VETSA is a unique longitudinal
study of middle-aged male twins that focuses on understanding cognitive and brain aging. Over
500 twins have undergone neuroimaging and extensive neurocognitive assessment, personality
and psychosocial measures, a medical history interview, in-lab physical health measures, and
hormonal assays. Genome-wide genotyping of all participants is currently underway. Wave 3 of
the project, which was recently funded, will acquire new longitudinal data. The postdoctoral
candidate will be encouraged to develop his or her own research projects that fit within the
overall scope of the VETSA project. The position will entail immersion in MR image analysis
and opportunities to learn about twin modeling.
Applications from many disciplines may be considered, and the position is open to qualified
international applicants. Requirements for the position are: 1) completion of relevant Ph.D.
research activities within the past five years; 2) advanced neuroimaging and programming skills,
3) statistical knowledge, 4) evidence of writing skills, and 5) an interest in imaging genetics
research. Experience with multilevel data analysis and/or genetics is desirable. Experience with
FreeSurfer and/or other neuroimaging software, R, and MATLAB is strongly preferred.

This advertisement is for a 2-year appointment beginning immediately. Salary will be consistent
with the NIH/NRSA levels in accordance with the University of California, San Diego for
Postdoctoral trainees. Compensation includes UCSD benefits, including health insurance and
vacation time. Review of applications will begin immediately and will continue until the
position is filled.

As an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer, the UCSD Department of Psychiatry seeks to recruit and retain a diverse workforce as a reflection of our strong commitment to the twin goals of achievement of excellence and diversity among its
faculty and staff. We are thus interested in candidates who are committed to the highest
standards of scholarship and professional activities, and to the development of a climate that
supports equality and diversity.

To apply, please send a current CV, a brief statement of research interests, experience, and goals, and any selected reprints to the email addresses below. Letters of reference will be required before final approval of hiring. Informal inquiries concerning this position are encouraged.

Please e-mail Drs. Anders Dale (amdale@ucsd.edu), Dr. William Kremen (wkremen@ucsd.edu), and Christine Fennema-Notestine (fennema@ucsd.edu).