Career Network Fellow

Neuroscience and society fields are rapidly expanding. From neuroethics and neurolaw, to neuroarchitecture and neuromarketing, neuroscience is increasingly being applied outside the lab and medicine. Yet the students, practitioners, and scholars who engage in neuroscience and society work are not representative along multiple demographic and cultural dimensions. To address this challenge, the Dana Foundation Career Network in Neuroscience & Society recruits new people, creates and communicates new opportunities, and connects people and opportunities to catalyze new careers. The Career Network is especially focused on reaching individuals, institutions and geographies that have not been previously active in neuroscience and society work. The Career Network Fellow will be mentored by Dr. Francis Shen, JD, PhD. The Fellow will support all aspects of the project, including creating virtual and in-person network events, extensive communication with neuroscience and society stakeholders, and developing the Career Center website, establishing a social media campaign, and co-leading a team of talented student research assistants. This is the perfect position for someone who wants to see neuroscience advance the common good.

Basic Qualifications:

• This is a post-doctoral position.
• This is a full-time position. No part-time applicants will be considered for the Fellowship.
• Applicants must have completed a graduate degree, e.g. JD, PhD, MD, Masters

Pay Range: $70,000 - $75,000 annually, depending on education/qualifications/experience

Location: Remote

Please visit the Benefits for Postdoctoral Candidates website for more information regarding benefit eligibility.

• Competitive wages, paid holidays, and generous time off
• Continuous learning opportunities through professional training
• Medical, dental, and pharmacy plans
• Healthcare and dependent care flexible spending accounts
• University HSA contributions
• Disability and life insurance
• Employee wellbeing program
• Financial counseling services
• Employee Assistance Program with eight sessions of counseling at no cost

Applications must be submitted online. To be considered for this position, please click the Apply button and follow the instructions. You will be given the opportunity to complete an online application for the position and attach a cover letter and resume.

Additional Details

• The start date for the Career Fellow position is as soon as possible, and applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis. You are encouraged to submit your application as soon as possible.
• This is a paid position at the University of Minnesota with benefits. Salary commensurate with experience.

Required materials: Resume and cover letter

Questions: Email Dr. Shen directly at fxshen@umn.edu

Additional documents may be attached after application by accessing your "My Job Applications" page and uploading documents in the "My Cover Letters and Attachments" section.

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