Postdoctoral Research Associate

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

EOO Statement

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Position Summary

The postdoctoral scholar will join two 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, as well as conduct clinical diagnostic interviews, score interviews, and work with fMRI data.

The postdoc will work under the mentorship of Dr. Strauss to provide ongoing clinical supervision for assessments and help analyze and interpret task data, prepare results for publication, and present the subsequent material at conferences.

Duties/Responsibilities

• Conducting clinical diagnostic interviews (40%)
• Conducting MRI scans (30%)
• Processing/analyzing fMRI data

Classification Title

Post‑Doctoral Associate AD

FLSA

Exempt

FTE

1.00

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 the following characteristics: 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 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

Yes

Background Investigation Policy

Offers of employment are contingent upon completion of a background investigation including a criminal background check, confirmation of credentials and employment history, and, if applicable, a satisfactory credit check. Applicants may also be subject to a pre‑employment drug test for positions with high‑risk responsibilities. Please visit the UGA Background Check website.

Recruitment Contact

Name:
Dr. Greg Strauss
Email: gstrauss

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