Post Doctoral Scholar - Comprehensive Cancer Center

Position Summary

Post Doctoral Scholar to implement clinical interventions with people with cancer under the supervision of Dr. Sharla Wells-Di Gregorio. The primary study involves implementation of a combined mHealth-telehealth symptom cluster (sleep, worry-anxiety, fatigue, depression) intervention for people with advanced cancer (1R01CA
281885-04A1). This study will also examine immune and hormonal biomarkers that affect symptom clustering. The second involves a brief telehealth intervention with people with pancreatic cancer. Post Doctoral Scholar will collaborate with Dr. Wells-Di Gregorio on manuscripts, grants, and presentations. Additional responsibilities will include data management and analyses, collaboration with biomedical labs, and teaching/supervision of research staff. Postdoctoral researchers have the option to obtain additional clinical hours toward licensure if desired.

Ph.D. in clinical psychology with training or experience in health psychology.

• Research methods/design
• Basic statistical analyses
• Cognitive-behavioral therapy knowledge or experience
• Acceptance and commitment therapy knowledge or experience
• Research publication
• Health equity knowledge will be helpful, especially in working with rural populations
• Psychoneuroimmunology knowledge helpful, but not required

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Term (Fixed Term) Scheduled

Hours:

40 Shift: First Shift

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