Postdoctoral Research Fellow

Expiration Date

Open Until Filled

Department

MC Neurosurgery

Position Type

Post-Doc

Location

Shreveport

Description

The Department of Neurosurgery at LSU Health Shreveport is seeking a motivated and skilled Post-Doctoral Research Fellow to join our research program in skull base and cerebrovascular neurosurgery. This fellowship provides an outstanding opportunity for candidates interested in advancing clinical and translational research in complex cranial surgery, vascular pathology, and microsurgical innovation.

The fellow will work closely with attending neurosurgeons and faculty researchers on a variety of clinical projects, including outcomes analysis, surgical technique refinement, and studies focusing on cerebrovascular disorders (such as aneurysms, AVMs, and bypass surgery) and skull base tumors (including meningiomas, schwannomas, and chordomas).

Responsibilities will include:

• study design, data collection,
• statistical analysis,
• manuscript preparation,
• video collation and editing,
• and presentation of findings at national and international conferences.

The position offers comprehensive mentorship and support for fellows interested in pursuing future clinical or academic careers in neurosurgery. Opportunities for collaboration with multidisciplinary teams and for authorship on multiple publications will be available. The PI will provide all training as well as support in applying for extramural and intramural postdoctoral fellowships. Salary will adhere to NIH guidelines.

Qualifications

• M.D., M.B.B.S., Ph.D., or equivalent degree from an accredited institution in medicine, neuroscience, biomedical sciences, or a related discipline.
• Prior research experience, preferably in clinical or translational medicine.
• Demonstrated experience with data analysis, literature review, and manuscript preparation.

Preferred Qualifications

• Research experience focused on skull base or cerebrovascular surgery.
• Strong publication record in peer-reviewed journals.
• Familiarity with clinical databases, imaging analysis, or biostatistical modeling.
• Experience with IRB submissions and research ethics compliance.
• Demonstrated interest in pursuing a career in academic neurosurgery.

Additional Position Information

PSN/PER Number: PSN 59485/PER 2083

Salary: Commensurate with NIH postdoctoral salary guidelines and LSUHSC-S policies.

Primary Location: Shreveport, LA

About the School

LSU Health is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Applicant Instructions

Send inquiries containing a cover letter, CV with a list of publications, and contact information for 2-3 references to:

Nimer Abushehab, MD; Assistant Professor, Department of Neurosurgery; LSU Health Sciences Center Shreveport at nimer.abushehab@lsuhs.edu.