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University of Michigan · 16 hours ago

RESEARCH FELLOW

The University of Michigan is seeking a Postdoctoral Research Fellow in cognitive aging and Alzheimer's disease disparities within the Department of Psychology. The primary responsibilities include analyzing data and preparing publications from large epidemiologic studies of diverse older adults.

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Responsibilities

Primary responsibilities will involve analyzing data and preparing publications using cross-sectional and longitudinal psychosocial, cognitive, and biomarker measures from large epidemiologic studies of diverse older adults (e.g., Michigan Cognitive Aging Project)
The position is located in Ann Arbor, Michigan
Opportunities for participation in other data collection efforts and secondary data analysis of other large, longitudinal datasets are also available

Qualification

PhD in psychologyQuantitative researchStatistical analysisStructural MRI methodologiesResearch experienceCareer commitmentSubject matter expertise

Required

PhD in psychology, epidemiology, neuroscience, or a related discipline is required. All doctoral requirements must be completed prior to the fellowship start date
Demonstrated achievement in quantitative research, supported by a track record of publications, specialized training, and advanced proficiency in statistical analysis (e.g., multilevel modeling, structural equation modeling) and/or structural MRI methodologies
Clear career commitment to brain and cognitive aging, Alzheimer's disease, or health disparities, as evidenced by relevant research experience and current subject matter expertise

Benefits

This position is eligible for benefits.

Company

University of Michigan

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The mission of the University of Michigan is to serve the people of Michigan and the world through preeminence in creating, communicating, preserving, and applying knowledge, art, and academic values, and in developing leaders and citizens who will challenge the present and enrich the future.

H1B Sponsorship

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Funding

Current Stage
Late Stage
Total Funding
$359.75M
Key Investors
Michigan Economic Development CorporationNational Institutes of HealthBreakthrough T1D
2025-07-17Grant· $1M
2025-06-07Grant· $1.17M
2025-04-23Grant

Leadership Team

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Greg McGuire
Managing Director, Mcity
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Robert Goodspeed
Chair, Urban and Regional Planning Program
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