Ranked among the top 10 pediatric hospitals in the nation, Children’s Hospital Los Angeles (CHLA) provides the best care for kids in California.
Here world-class experts in medicine, education and research work together to deliver family-centered care half a million times each year. From primary to complex critical care, more than 350 programs and services are offered, each one specially designed for children.
The CHLA of the future is brighter than can be imagined. Investments in technology, research and innovation will create care that is personal, convenient and empowering. Our scientists will work with clinical experts to take laboratory discoveries and create treatments that are a perfect match for every patient. And together, CHLA team members will turn health care into health transformation.
Join a hospital where the work you do will matter—to you, to your colleagues, and above all, to our patients and families. The work will be challenging, but always rewarding.
It’s Work That Matters.
Overview
**This position is Hybrid: 3 days on-site, 2 days remote, with flexibility to vary.**
Schedule: Day Shift
Purpose Statement/Position Summary: The Training and Research to Empower NeuroDiversity (TREND) Lab at CHLA is seeking a Postdoctoral Fellow to investigate risk and protective factors for adverse mental health outcomes in neurodivergent youth through longitudinal studies and randomized controlled trials. The Fellow will support data analysis for multiple cross-sectional and longitudinal studies, assist with manuscript writing, disseminate findings at conferences, and contribute to grant writing. They will participate in weekly lab meetings and receive one-on-one mentorship from the Principal Investigator (PI). Additional training and professional development opportunities are available through CHLA’s TECPAD office and TREND collaborators at CHLA, USC, and institutions across the U.S.
The lab collects neural (e.g., EEG), clinical (e.g., neuropsychological assessments, interviews, surveys), and behavioral data from neurodivergent youth ages 9–18. The lab also conducts clinical trials focused on suicide prevention and depression treatments for youth, using multimethod data collection across neural, behavioral, and clinical domains.
The Postdoctoral Fellow will receive training to develop academic expertise, research skills, teaching experience, and administrative competencies essential for an independent research career. Responsibilities include conducting research independently or in collaboration with the PI, performing laboratory work, publishing scientific manuscripts, and participating in seminars and educational activities.
The TREND Lab is directed by Jessica Schwartzman, Ph.D., and is funded by the National Institute of Mental Health, the Health Resources and Services Administration, the Las Madrinas Foundation, Eagles Austism Foundation, and the Saban Research Institute at CHLA. Additional information can be found at: TREND Laboratory
Minimum Qualifications/Work Experience: Exposure to and/or experience in research in a healthcare environment preferred.
Highly Preferred Skills:
- 2+ years of experience with longitudinal data analysis.
- Experience with collecting, analyzing, and publishing EEG data.
- Experience with collecting, analyzing, and publishing clinical trials data.
- Experience in autism research studies.
- Three or more peer-reviewed publications in the areas of clinical psychology, developmental psychology, neuroscience, biostatistics, and/or a related field highly preferred.
Education/Licensure/Certification: MD and/or PhD, or equivalent doctoral degree. Applicants must have completed their doctoral degree by their anticipated start date.
PhD degree in clinical psychology, developmental psychology, neuroscience, biostatistics, and/or a related field highly preferred.
Pay Scale Information
CHLA values the contribution each Team Member brings to our organization. Final determination of a successful candidate’s starting pay will vary based on a number of factors, including, but not limited to education and experience within the job or the industry. The pay scale listed for this position is generally for candidates that meet the specified qualifications and requirements listed on this specific job description. Additional pay may be determined for those candidates that exceed these specified qualifications and requirements. We provide a competitive compensation package that recognizes your experience, credentials, and education alongside a robust benefits program to meet your needs. CHLA looks forward to introducing you to our world-class organization where we create hope and build healthier futures.
Posting Range
$70,304.00-$114,067.00
Location/Org Data : Closing
Children's Hospital Los Angeles (CHLA) is a leader in pediatric and adolescent health both here and across the globe. As a premier Magnet teaching hospital, you’ll find an environment that’s alive with learning, rooted in care and compassion, and home to thought leadership and unwavering support. CHLA is dedicated to creating hope and building healthier futures – for our patients, as well as for you and your career!
CHLA has been affiliated with the Keck School of Medicine of the University of Southern California since 1932.