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Review Vacancy

Date Posted 07/23/21

Applications Due08/09/21

Vacancy ID89188

AgencyMental Health, Office of

TitleResearch Scientist 4 – Nathan S. Kline Research Institute– Center for Biomedical Imaging and Neuromodulation (C-BIN), P21592

Occupational CategoryOther Professional Careers

Salary Grade27

Bargaining UnitPS&T - Professional, Scientific, and Technical (PEF)

Salary RangeFrom $93401 to $93401 Annually

Employment Type Full-Time

Appointment Type Permanent

Jurisdictional Class Non-competitive Class

Travel Percentage 0%

Workweek Mon-Fri

Hours Per Week 40

Workday

From 12 AM

To 11:30 PM

Flextime allowed? No

Mandatory overtime? No

Compressed workweek allowed? No

Telecommuting allowed? No

County Rockland

Street Address Nathan S. Kline Research Institute– Center for Biomedical Imaging and Neuromodulation (C-BIN)

140 Old Orangeburg Road

City Orangeburg

StateNY

Zip Code10962

Minimum Qualifications Bachelor’s degree and five years of professional research experience in an appropriate field; or a master’s degree in an appropriate field may substitute for one year of experience, and Ph.D. in an appropriate field may substitute for an additional year of experience.

Preferred Qualifications:
• Ph.D. in Cognitive Neuroscience, Biomedical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, or other related scientific fields.
• Demonstrated experience in neuromodulation techniques (TMS, tDCS, tACS, etc.), neuronavigational approaches, or biophysical modeling of electrical signal conduction.
• Sufficient technical skills (e.g., Python, R, bash, C/C++) and domain knowledge to both modify existing processing pipelines and develop applications for novel data analysis strategies.
• Demonstrated proficiency in the application of advanced medical image processing, digital signal processing, and machine learning techniques are highly desirable.
• Proficiency in programming Python, R, C/C++, MATLAB, and proficiency in Linux environment.
• Experience in Finite Element Method and Electrophysiology.
• Proficiency in the application of multivariate analytic techniques. Machine learning theory strongly preferred.
• Knowledge of cognitive and/or clinical neuroscience.
• Ability to work effectively in a very collaborative and multidisciplinary environment.

Duties Description This position will serve as a Biophysical Modeling and Data Analyst in the Design, Acquisition, and Neuromodulation Laboratories (DANL) within NKI’s Center for Biomedical imaging and Neuromodulation (C-BIN) and will assist in the development and implementation of paradigms, analytic methods and pipelines related to neuromodulation, including the application of Finite Element Method to estimate field and current density in Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation, Transcranial Direct Current Stimulation, and Transcranial Alternating Current Stimulation. The analyst will also support integration of electrophysiological data from electromyographic and scalp electrode arrays into the analytic pipelines.

Duties will include but not be limited to:

• Assist in the implementation of targeted stimulation protocols, based on neuroanatomical landmarks and targets identified via fMRI or EEG methods.
• Implement modeling approaches to estimate current and field density in the brain using realistic biophysical modeling through the Finite Element Method.
• Assist in the analysis of electrophysiological (EEG, electromyography) readouts during or following neuromodulation protocols.
• Assist in the analysis of fMRI readouts (task-based or resting-state) during or following neuromodulation protocols.
• Interface between DANL senior staff and Clinical Division researchers and staff.

Additional Comments BACKGROUND INVESTIGATION AND FEES:
Background Investigation/Justice Center Review: Prospective appointees will be: 1) Checked against the Staff Exclusion List (SEL) maintained by the Justice Center for the Protection of People with Special Needs. Prospective employees whose names appear on the SEL as having been found responsible for serious or repeated acts of abuse or neglect will be barred from appointment and may have their names removed from the eligible list(s) for the title(s) if applicable. 2) Investigated through a Criminal Background Check (CBC), which includes State and federal Criminal History Record Checks. All convictions must be reported; conviction of a felony or misdemeanor, or any falsified or omitted information on the prospective appointee’s employment application, may bar appointment or result in removal after appointment. Each case will be determined on its own merits, consistent with the applicable provisions of State and federal laws, rules, and regulations. Prospective employees will be fingerprinted in order to obtain a record of their criminal history information, and may be required to pay any necessary fees. 3) Screened against the Statewide Central Register of Child Abuse and Maltreatment (SCR). Prospective employees may be required to pay any necessary fees. Additionally, prospective employees whose names are indicated on the SCR may be barred from appointment.

Additional Comments: .
This position is eligible for a Downstate Adjustment of $3,026.

Appointment to this position is contingent upon Division of Budget approval to fill.

Some positions may require additional credentials or a background check to verify your identity.

Name Human Resources

Telephone

Fax 845-398-5418

Email Address employment@nki.rfmh.org

Address

Street Nathan Kline Research Institute

140 Old Orangeburg Road

City Orangeburg

State NY

Zip Code 10962

 

Notes on ApplyingIndicate the Title and Location of the position you are applying for. Please include your e-mail address on your application/resume. Please complete the Office of Mental Health Employment Application and submit it with your other application materials:

http://www.omh.ny.gov/omhweb/employment/docs/employment-application.pdf

The Mission of the New York State Office of Mental Health is to promote the mental health of all New Yorkers, with a focus on providing hope and supporting recovery for adults with serious mental illness and children with serious emotional disturbances. Applicants with lived mental health experience are encouraged to apply. The Office of Mental Health embraces diversity and promotes a workplace in which individual differences are recognized, appreciated, and respected. The New York State Office of Mental Health is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.

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