Job No.
- Job Title:
- Postdoctoral Fellowship in Accelerated Theta-Burst Stimulation (TBS) with or without Neuronavigation – Clinical Trial in Treatment-Resistant Depression
- Employer:
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University of São Paulo
- Location:
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São Paulo, Brazil
- Posting Date:
- 30-Apr-2025
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- Description:
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The Interdisciplinary Neuromodulation Service (SIN) at the Institute of Psychiatry of the Hospital das Clínicas, University of São Paulo Medical School (IPq-HC-FMUSP), invites applications for 1 (one) FAPESP-funded Postdoctoral Fellowship (24 months) linked to the Thematic Project:
“Efficacy of accelerated theta-burst stimulation with or without functional neuroimaging-guided neuronavigation in treatment-resistant depression: a double-blind randomized clinical trial” (FAPESP Grant No. 2024/16488-7).
The fellow will engage in clinical trial management, standardized application of aTBS protocols with and without neuronavigation, neuroimage processing (structural and functional MRI), and scientific publication. Practical experience in rTMS/TBS trials and neuronavigation is required.
Requirements:
PhD obtained within the last 7 years
Proven experience with rTMS/TBS clinical trials
Hands-on experience with neuroimaging-guided neuronavigation systems (e.g., Localite)
Desired: experience with fMRI data, interdisciplinary psychiatric research, and a strong publication record
Salary:
R$ 12.000/month (FAPESP standard postdoc fellowship, updated Jan 2025)
Application Deadline:
May 10, 2025
Application Method (select "Via Your Website or Email"):
Please send your application to: [email protected]
Subject: Bolsa de Pós-Doutorado – Projeto TBS/Neuronavegação
Required Documents:
Cover Letter (max. 2 pages)
Updated academic CV or Lattes
PhD diploma or statement of defense completion
Contact info for 3 professional references
Other Information:
Supervisor: Prof. Dr. André Russowsky Brunoni
The selected candidate must submit a Research Development Plan via FAPESP’s SAGe system within 60 days of starting and will participate in the FAPESP Mentoring Program. Publications must follow FAPESP’s Open Access policy.
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- Contact information:
- University of São Paulo