Postdoc in clinical sleep research

The Clinical Sleep Research Unit has exciting opportunities for a postdoctoral researcher interested in expanding their expertise in clinical research in the area of sleep, mental health, and neurosciences. The selected candidate will work on interdisciplinary projects centered on sleep phenotyping in various clinical populations (with a focus on brain-heart interactions) and investigating the delivery of adapted sleep interventions.

Along with experience with human research, knowledge is sleep, mental health, neuroimaging, EEG, and/or heart rate monitoring/analysis is an asset. Having a clinical background (e.g. clinical psychologist) is also a strong asset, but is not necessary.

The Sleep Research Unit values diversity, equity, cooperation, efficiency, and conscientiousness and is committed to maintaining an inclusive and supportive environment for all members regardless of race, religion, color, age, sex, or disability.

Responsibilities

- Contribute to projects development and setting up projects logistics

- Contribute to day-to-day operations including (but not limited to): data acquisition, database management, and write up for studies involving EEG, heart rate monitoring, and neuroimaging

- Collaboration/coordination with interdisciplinary clinical teams for research-based clinical assessments and treatments

- Contribute to supervision of honours and graduate students

 N.B. Opportunities are available immediately to drive publications based on previously collected data

Required Qualifications

- Recent Ph.D., or M.D./Ph.D. in neuroscience, psychology, or related fields 

- Perfect mastery of English (oral and writing) - French is also an asset

- Self-motivated with strong interpersonal skills and a preference for working within an interdisciplinary, collaborative environment

To apply, please email a cover letter addressing requirements, CV or resume, and at least three references to [email protected] (please use “Postdoc position in clinical sleep research” in the email title).