Postdoctoral Research Associate

Overview

Posting Number: G/R24943P

Working Title:

Postdoctoral Research Associate

Department: VPR-Owens Inst Behavioral Rsch

Employment Type:

Employee

Advertised Salary: $56,484

Anticipated

Start Date:

06/01/2024

Posting Date: 03/27/2024

Open Until Filled:
Yes

Location of Vacancy:
Athens Area

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Conducting clinical diagnostic interviews (40% of time)

Conducting MRI scans (30% of time)

Processing/analyzing fMRI data

Classification

Title:

Post-Doctoral Associate AD

FLSA:
Exempt

FTE: 1.00

Position Summary:

The postdoctoral scholar will join 2 NIH-funded grants that evaluate the efficacy of a novel cognitive training intervention for improving emotion regulation ability in schizophrenia. The grant uses fMRI as a key outcome measure. The postdoctoral fellow will supervise clinical diagnostic interviews, score interviews, and work with computer task data and fMRI data. The postdoc will work under the mentorship of Dr.

Strauss to provide ongoing clinical supervision for assessments, help analyze and interpret task data, and prepare results for publication and presentation at conferences.

Relevant/Preferred Education, Experience, Licensure, Certification In Position:

• Ph.D. in Psychology, Neuroscience, or a closely related field
• A strong record of publication
• Demonstrated interest in neuroimaging research
• High self-motivation to develop research questions, design, and analyses

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities And/or

Competencies:

Preference will be given to applicants with strong written and oral communication skills; experience with neuroimaging data processing and analysis; experience with affective science and/or schizophrenia research.

Physical Demands:
Working in a lab environment

Is this a Position of Trust?:
Yes

Does this position have operation, access, or control of financial resources?:
No

Does this position require a P-Card?:
No

Is having a P-Card an essential function of this position?:
No

Is driving a requirement of this position?:
No

Does this position have direct interaction or care of children under the age of 18 or direct patient care?:
No

Does This Position Have Security Access (e.g., Public Safety, IT Security, Personnel Records, Patient Records, Or Access To Chemicals And Medications):
Yes

Offers of employment are contingent upon completion of a background investigation including, a criminal background check demonstrating eligibility for employment with the University of Georgia; confirmation of credentials and employment history reflected in application materials; and, if applicable, a satisfactory credit check. A pre-employment drug test may be required for positions with high-risk responsibilities. Please visit the UGA Background Check website.

Recruitment Contact Name:
Dr. Greg Strauss

Recruitment Contact Email: gstrauss