Neuropsychologist

Ongoing research projects include:

• Standardizing neuropsychological assessments in multiple languages (English, Mandarin, and Cantonese) to facilitate dementia diagnosis across diverse cultural groups.
• Investigating cognitive and behavioral biomarkers of dementia in older Asian American populations, specifically focusing on identifying early signs of AD/ADRD.
• Examining cultural differences in the presentation of dementia symptoms and creating culturally adapted interventions.
• Exploring the roles of social and environmental factors in dementia risk and outcomes within Asian American communities and other underserved groups.

Goals/Outcomes of the Research Project: 

The primary goals of the research projects within the Li Lab are to:

• Improve diagnostic accuracy for Alzheimer’s Disease and related dementias (ADRD) in Asian American and other ethnically diverse populations by developing culturally sensitive and linguistically appropriate neuropsychological assessments.
• Identify early biomarkers and cognitive or behavioral indicators of dementia in diverse populations, particularly among older Asian Americans, to facilitate earlier detection and intervention.
• Enhance the understanding of how dementia symptoms manifest and progress in racially and ethnically minoritized groups by creating diagnostic tools that consider cultural nuances.
• Develop interventions based on research findings that can be customized to meet the unique needs of older Asian Americans and other underserved populations, thereby improving care quality and health outcomes.
• Build a comprehensive database of neuropsychological and clinical data from ethnically diverse populations to advance understanding of dementia risk and progression in these groups.
• Share findings with the global scientific community to contribute to broader research applications and inform policy recommendations regarding dementia diagnosis and treatment in diverse populations.

Technical Duties: (include any protocols)

• Supervise and mentor CRCs and junior team members.
• Lead training and certification efforts in neuropsychological testing protocols.
• Oversee QC for test administration, scoring, and data accuracy.
• Collaborate with investigators on study design, data analysis, and manuscript preparation.
• Manage day-to-day lab operations and support ongoing research needs.
• Contribute to lab meetings, protocol development, and process optimization.

Qualifications:

• Ph.D. in Clinical Psychology with a specialization in Neuropsychology.
• Completion of a 2-year postdoctoral fellowship in neuropsychology.
• Licensed (or license-eligible) as a psychologist in New York State.
• Expertise in neuropsychological assessment and research methodology.
• Strong leadership, communication, and organizational skills.
• Excellent communication skills in English are required. Proficiency in Mandarin and Cantonese is preferred but not required.
• Experience working with culturally diverse or underserved populations.
• Familiarity with platforms such as REDCap and knowledge of IRB protocols.
• Prior involvement in AD/ADRD research or related clinical studies.

Compensation range from $110,000 and $130,000  (not including bonuses / incentive compensation or benefits).

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If interested, please submit the following application materials as a single PDF document:

• CV/Resume
• Cover Letter
• One scientific writing sample
• Five letters of recommendation

Please specify Job Title of interest and send PDF to:

Alex Cano

Executive Director Physician Recruitment

Mount Sinai Health System

Alex.cano@mountsinai.org

EOE.