What are the responsibilities and job description for the Postdoctoral Human Physiology and Exercise Science Fellowship position at Zintellect?
The U.S. Army Research Institute of Environmental Medicine (USARIEM), a subordinate laboratory of the U.S. Army Medical Research and Development Command (USAMRDC), is an internationally recognized center of excellence for Warfighter performance science and its useful applications. The Institute functions as a world-class laboratory for environmental medicine, physiology, performance and nutrition research. It features integrated cellular, tissue, & human research programs. Fellowship will be in the Military Performance Division, whose goal is to conduct research to enhance the performance of military occupational tasks and to prevent performance decrements due to physical overload and musculoskeletal injuries.
What will I be doing?
As an ORISE participant you will join a community of scientists and researchers and be involved in two to four of the following research projects:
- Prediction of acute mountain sickness at altitude.
- Development of novel sensors to detect oxygen saturation.
- Prediction of heat stroke.
- Genomic prediction of altitude, heat and cold injuries.
Why should I apply?
Under the guidance of a mentor, you will gain hands-on experience to complement your education and support your academic and professional goals. These include, but are not limited to:
- Project management.
- Data collection, compilation and analysis of physiologic and biologic data.
- Institutional Review Board procedures.
- Team Leadership.
- Collaboration with a wide range of individuals within the Institute.
- Grant writing.
- Development of independent research program.
Where will I be located?
Natick, Massachusetts. Some travel may be required.
What is the anticipated start date?
The USARIEM is ready to make appointments effective as soon as possible. Exact start dates will be determined at the time of selection and in coordination with the selected candidate.
Appointment Length
Appointments are initially for one year with the option to extend the appointment for up to four additional years.
What are the benefits?
You will receive a stipend to be determined by USARIEM. Stipends are typically based on a participant’s academic standing, discipline, experience, and research facility location. Other benefits may include the following:
- Health Insurance Supplement. Participants are eligible to purchase health insurance through ORISE.
- Relocation Allowance.
- Training and Travel Allowance.
Nature of Appointment
As a participant, you will not enter into an employee/employer relationship with ORISE, ORAU, DOD, or any other office or agency. Instead, you will be affiliated with ORISE for the administration of the appointment through the ORISE appointment letter and Terms of Appointment.
About USARIEM
The U.S. Army Research Institute of Environmental Medicine (USARIEM), in Natick, Massachusetts has four divisions: Military Nutrition, Military Performance, Thermal and Mountain Medicine, and Research Support. By leveraging its unique capabilities and facilities with industry, academia, and the government, USARIEM produces various essential products, including performance optimization doctrine, preventive medicine, planning doctrine, materiel development support, physiological monitoring strategies and predictive algorithms, and Health Hazard Assessments.
About ORISE
This program, administered by Oak Ridge Associated Universities (ORAU) through its contract with the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) to manage the Oak Ridge Institute for Science and Education (ORISE), was established through an interagency agreement between DOE and DoD. Participants do not enter into an employee/employer relationship with ORISE, ORAU, DoD, or any other office or agency. Instead, you will be affiliated with ORISE for the administration of the appointment through the ORISE appointment letter and Terms of Appointment. Proof of health insurance is required for participation in this program. Health insurance can be obtained through ORISE. For more information, visit the ORISE Research Participation Program at the U.S. Department of Defense.
