VA MIRECC Postdoctoral Fellowship in Dementia & Brain Health Research
A two-year postdoctoral fellowship at UCSF and the VA offers advanced research training in dementia, cognitive aging, and geriatric neuropsychiatry with multidisciplinary mentorship.
Funder: Department of Psychiatry and Behavioral Sciences
Due Dates (Anticipated): November 2026 (Application deadline, projected)
Funding Amounts: Two-year postdoctoral fellowship; stipend and benefits provided per VA OAA guidelines
Summary: A two-year postdoctoral fellowship for advanced research training in dementia, cognitive aging, and geriatric neuropsychiatry, with multidisciplinary mentorship at UCSF and the VA.
Key Information: This is a forecasted opportunity; dates and details may shift—monitor the program page for updates.
Description
This two-year postdoctoral advanced fellowship, led by Dr. Kristine Yaffe and the Center for Population Brain Health, provides rigorous training in clinical research and service delivery focused on dementia, cognitive health, and geriatric neuropsychiatry. Fellows dedicate the majority of their time to research and educational activities, with additional clinical training. The program is designed to foster the development of independent investigators through innovative research projects, manuscript preparation, conference presentations, and grant development. Research topics may include social determinants of brain health and modifiable risk factors for cognitive aging and dementia (e.g., traumatic brain injury, PTSD, depression, cardiovascular risk, sleep). The multidisciplinary faculty are affiliated with the San Francisco VA Health Care System, UCSF, and related research centers, offering rich collaborative and career development opportunities.
