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Feb 21, 2020

Senior Director of Translational Research Featured

The Boys Town National Research Hospital is seeking to hire an established scientist with a strong research background in research specifically focused on disorders in children, a history of external funding and an interest in leading and expanding a dynamic research program supported by diverse sources of funding. Boys Town's research program currently includes 25 laboratories spanning the range from basic neuroscience to human translational research studies of human growth and development. Institutional and state funds are being used to expand the research program. We have close ties to local universities, but function independently. Responsibilities: Provides overall direction for planning and conducting research and evaluation activities in the Institute. Meets regularly with organization leaders to create strategic directions for Youth Care research. Sets annual goals and objectives for the TRC, evaluates progress on these on a regular basis, and makes progress reports to Youth Care leaders. Develops annual budgets for the TRC in collaboration with the EVP for Youth Care. Develops and maintains collaborative working relationships with university-based research, funding agencies, and other external partners to conduct nationally recognized research the supports the Boys Town mission. Applies current knowledge from Boys Town studies as well as relevant external research literatures to the development and practice of prevention and intervention programs at Boys Town. Conducts and supervises selected nationally significant research projects in collaboration with external partners and Boys Town staff. Carries out other external professional responsibilities commensurate with areas of expertise, including funding agency review panels, peer reviews of manuscripts and grant proposals, and holding offices in professional societies. Hires, supervises, and evaluates directors, research scientists, senior research analysts, research analysts, research assistants, and clerical staff. Travels as needed to consult to external programs, to direct or conduct on-site data collection activities, to present results of research/evaluation projects, or to collaborate with external partners and clients. Directs an individual research program within the TRC that is productive, collaborative and capable of securing external support. Designs and conducts nationally and internationally significant research and evaluation studies which make significant contributions to scientific literature and are relevant to the development and implementation of prevention and treatment programs at Boys Town. Takes a leadership role in working on teams to design research plans, disseminate the results of research projects, and assist with program development and operations. Conducts annual performance evaluations of laboratory heads in the TRC, research assistants and postdocs assigned to the Director’s own laboratory, and key clinical staff. Monitors compliance with Boys Town policies by members of the Center staff and takes steps to assure compliance when necessary. Serves as a member of the Research Executive Committee and on other committees as assigned by the Director of Research and/or the EVP of Youth Care. Consults with Boys Town staff and approves research projects conducted outside the Research Institute. Mentors laboratory directors by advising on the content of grant applications, reviewing Summary Statements and encouraging others to maintain a collegial, supportive environment. Provides regular reports on relevant research and evaluation projects to key stakeholders. Publishes results of research and evaluation projects for articles and presents results to internal and external audiences. Participates in the development of research grant proposals to secure extramural funding for research. Serves as a role model in carrying out the Father Flanagan's Boys' Home mission. Job Requirements: Ph.D. in Psychology, Social Work, Education, or related field. At least 10 years of experience including design and implementation of research and evaluation in one or more of the following areas: education, child welfare, outcomes evaluation, criminal justice, family studies, or behavioral healthcare; experience supervising high-level professional staff, administrating programs, and publishing empirical research. Demonstrated research capabilities with a record of sustained extramural funding and publications in major scholarly journals. Available to travel. Knowledge of research design and statistics, and design and implementation of research and evaluation in one or more of the following areas: education, child welfare, outcomes evaluation, criminal justice, family studies, or behavioral healthcare. Knowledge of strategic planning, resource allocation, leadership technique, and coordination of people and resources in a non-profit organization. Knowledge of organizational strategies and ability to apply those strategies in practice. High level of professionalism and interpersonal skills. Excellent critical thinking, analytical, and problem solving skills. Ability to communicate at all levels within the organization and with external business contacts in an articulate, professional manner while maintaining necessary degree of confidentiality. Ability to successfully lead a team of associates. Learn more: https://lnkd.in/gSZr6TP

Boys Town Omaha, NE, USA Postdoc

Feb 25, 2020

Fellowship in the Clinical Neuroscience of Emotional Dysregulation

Fellowship in the Clinical Neuroscience of Emotional Dysregulation Postdoctoral Position as a Clinical Associate Department of Psychiatry and Behavioral Sciences, Duke University Medical Center This postdoctoral fellow will have a two-year position as a Clinical Associate in the Department of Psychiatry and Behavioral Sciences at Duke. The position is split as 30% clinical effort and 70% research effort based on a funded project titled “ Identifying Optimal Targets for Misophonia Interventions. ” The project is a REAM foundation grant supporting a new line of research that compares neural signatures of misophonia (i.e., intense anger, anxiety, and other emotional responses to certain sounds) and clinical emotional dysregulation using neurostimulation and behavioral methods in order to identify targets for personalized intervention development. This project brings together a multidisciplinary team that includes clinical psychology, neuroscience, neurology, cognitive psychology, and statistics to tackle questions about the neural bases of misophonia and emotional dysregulation. The study will be integrated within the newly launched Duke Center for Misophonia and Emotion Regulation (CMER) directed by Dr. Rosenthal, which will provided additional opportunities for interdisciplinary learning and collaboration. The clinical portion of the position will be supported by the School of Medicine and will involve active training in contemporary evidence based treatments including Dialectical Behavioral Therapy. The postdoctoral fellow will work under the supervision of Andrada D. Neacsiu, PhD and will serve as Project Manager for this REAM foundation project, in close collaboration with Drs. Neacsiu and Rosenthal. The fellow’s specific responsibilities will be: To interface with the Regulatory Coordinator and the CMER center in recruiting and screening participants To conduct structured assessments for the study that include diagnostic interviews, examinations of Misophonia, and personalization of stimuli to be used during the experimental procedures (under the supervision of Drs. Neacsiu and Rosenthal) To interface with the Brain Imaging and Analysis Center to collect neuroimaging data To supervise a small group of undergraduate students in data entry, management, and cleaning To be actively involved in publications at the intersection of neuroimaging, neurostimulation, and emotion regulation treatment development As a Clinical Associate, the Fellow will have the opportunity to provide psychotherapy services under the supervision of a licensed psychologist within the department of Psychiatry and Behavioral Sciences. The emphasis of the clinical practice will be determined based on interests and training goals, and it may include gaining clinical experience across the range of services and programs that are offered at Duke, including as a participant on multidisciplinary teams. A strength of the Duke program is the opportunity to learn or gain in depth experience with Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) a treatment that was developed for emotional dysregulation and difficult to treat problems. Additional opportunities in multicultural care, trauma-informed therapies, behavioral activation, and other contemporary CBTs are also available. To apply, please submit a cover letter describing your interest in this position and relevant experience, a CV or NIH-formatted biosketch, and a list of 3 professional references with email and phone contact information to Andrada D. Neacsiu, PhD at andrada.neacsiu@duke.edu . Letters of recommendation are welcome (from the references above or others), but not required immediately to apply. You are also welcome to contact Dr. Neacsiu if you have any questions. Duke University is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer committed to providing employment opportunity without regard to an individual's age, color, disability, genetic information, gender, gender identity, national origin, race, religion, sexual orientation, or veteran status.

Duke University Medical Center Duke University Hospital, Erwin Road, Durham, NC, USA Postdoc

Feb 18, 2020

Postdoctoral fellow

A 2-year postdoctoral research fellowship is available in the Cognitive Development Labs at Wesleyan University (PIs: Dr. Anna Shusterman and Dr. Hilary Barth). We seek an outstanding scientist with expertise in numerical cognition and development. Particular areas of interest include but are not limited to: early acquisition of number language and concepts in toddlers and preschoolers, translation of research to applied settings, development of spatial cognition, the role of numerical cognition in decisions. The postdoctoral fellow will work collaboratively with both labs and will receive support in the development of an independent research program. The position includes teaching one undergraduate seminar per year in an area of the fellow’s interest and mentoring exceptional undergraduates involved in research. Minimum requirements: Ph.D. in developmental psychology, cognitive psychology, or a related field; experience working with children in an experimental research setting; strong organizational, time management, and oral/written communication skills; strong statistical and data analytic skills. Wesleyan is a selective liberal arts institution with faculty engaged in well-funded and cutting-edge research. Wesleyan University is located in Middletown, CT and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religious creed, age, gender, gender identity or expression, national origin, marital status, ancestry, present or past history of mental disorder, learning disability or physical disability, political belief, veteran status, sexual orientation, genetic information, or non-position-related criminal record. We welcome applications from women, and historically underrepresented minority groups. To apply, please visit https://careers.wesleyan.edu/postings/7220 . The position is expected to begin on or after July 1, 2020. Applications will be considered on a rolling basis. Applications received by March 1, 2020 will be given full consideration.

Wesleyan University Middletown, CT, USA Postdoc

Feb 18, 2020

Post-Doctoral / Clinical Research Fellow in Family and Social Support for Chronic Disease Care

We are seeking candidates for a Post-Doctoral or Clinical Research Fellowship based at the VA Center for Health Equity Research and Promotion (CHERP) and the Caring for Complex Chronic Conditions Research Program at the University of Pittsburgh in Pittsburgh, PA. Fellows will conduct health services research designed to improve care for adults with complex chronic health conditions, including diabetes. Research will focus on optimizing the healthcare support roles of family and friends in adults’ social networks, and the role of social support in healthcare, including how healthcare providers can partner with support and community networks to better care for patients. Research will focus on underserved populations and is embedded in community-based and community-partnered principles. This is an exciting opportunity to study innovative ways to apply psychological, sociologic, and health behavior science to challenges in improving health and care for people with chronic health conditions. Research methods include intervention studies, survey studies, qualitative studies, and secondary data analyses. Prior to the fellowship start date, applicants are expected to have earned a doctorate in a discipline such as health services research, health psychology, social psychology, public health, social work, or health policy, or have a clinical degree (MD, RN, Pharmacy) with relevant research experience. Postdoctoral fellows are expected to collaborate on established projects and are also encouraged to lead projects with an emphasis on study design, intervention development, data analysis, and manuscript writing. Emphasis will be given to producing peer-reviewed publications taking advantage of available datasets from NIH and VA funded studies. Clinical focus is on adult health conditions. Mentorship will be primarily provided by Dr. Ann-Marie Rosland, Director of the Complex Chronic Conditions Research Program, with further mentorship or collaboration with other VA or University of Pittsburgh faculty as appropriate. Start date for the fellowship is flexible, but must occur by September 30, 2020. Fellowships can be renewed for additional years. This is a federal government position; U.S. citizenship is required. To apply please send the materials below to complexcaring@pitt.edu , attention Michele Nichols: Cover letter including goals for fellowship and for post-fellowship career Curriculum Vitae Two letters of reference Writing Sample: PDF of published academic manuscript, or another academic writing sample For additional information see: Caring for Complex Chronic Conditions Research Program: https://www.complexcaring.pitt.edu VA CHERP Health Services Research Fellowship: https://www.cherp.research.va.gov/Fellowships/Advanced_Fellowship_in_Health_Services_Research.asp Dr. Rosland’s Academic Profile: https://www.gim-crhc.pitt.edu/people/ann-marie-rosland-md-ms

University of Pittsburgh Pittsburgh, PA, USA Postdoc

Feb 12, 2020

Postdoctoral Fellowship Position in Developmental and Learning Science

The Learning Research and Development Center (LRDC) at the University of Pittsburgh is accepting applications for two Postdoctoral Fellowships in youth development and learning across multiple ecological contexts with an emphasis on diversity, opportunity, and equity. The initial appointment will be two years with the possibility of renewal for a third year. The position involves work on several multi-method longitudinal research projects exploring how sociocultural and psychological factors influence youth of color’s identity development, academic learning, and socioemotional wellbeing during middle childhood and adolescence. The work takes an interdisciplinary approach and applies questions and methods from psychological and developmental science to elementary and secondary school settings. Applicants must have a doctorate and a track record of publication in psychology or education, substantive knowledge and background in the field of developmental psychology, child/adolescent development, or learning science, and excellent academic writing and analytic skills. Expertise is necessary in theory, methods, and research framed by dynamic, relational processes of the positive development of diverse youth (particularly youth who have experienced adversity and challenge), in strength-based approaches to research design and program evaluation. Strong quantitative skills (e.g., HLM, SEM, and growth modeling), or experience with longitudinal datasets or mixed-methods approach are preferred. The fellow will receive strong mentoring with well-established scholars focused on the demanding aspects of producing high quality scholarship. The fellow will be expected to build a research program by formulating research questions, generating research designs, writing grants, conducting analysis, and writing and presenting findings. To apply for this position, please submit (1) a cover letter describing your research goals and training, including why your background and interests are a good match for the position, (2) Curriculum Vitae, (3) two writing samples, (4) three letters of reference to https://app.education.pitt.edu/employment/postings . The online system will prompt applicants to request three letters of recommendation, directly. Reviews of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled. However, interested applicants are strongly encouraged to submit their application no later than 3/1/2020 . Inquiries may be directed to Dr. Ming-Te Wang, at mtwang@pitt.edu , or Dr. James Huguley, at Huguley@pitt.edu LRDC is an internationally renowned center with the aim of promoting basic and applied research on learning in its cognitive, neural, social, and motivational aspects and to make research and human development links to formal and informal settings. Pittsburgh is repeatedly voted among “The Most Livable City”, with affordable cost of living and access to a wide array of seasonal recreation opportunities, professional and collegiate athletic events, and a vibrant cultural district.

University of Pittsburgh Pittsburgh, PA, USA Postdoc

Feb 11, 2020

Postdoctoral Research Associate (3 yrs) Science of Human Flourishing and Ethics

Postdoctoral Research Associate Science of Human Flourishing and Ethics Location: Baylor University Department: Psychology and Neuroscience Standard Hours: 40, full time, exempt Start Date: June 1, 2020 End Date: May 31, 2023 Reports to: Dr. Sarah Schnitker Description: Dr. Sarah Schnitker at Baylor University invites applications for a postdoctoral research associate to conduct scientific studies related to academic signature area of Human Flourishing, Leadership and Ethics of its Illuminate Strategic Plan ( https://www.baylor.edu/illuminate/ ). Our intent is to foster interdisciplinary collaboration and grant-making through hiring a post-doctoral research associate to work with multiple faculty involved in the scientific study of virtues, character strengths, and religiousness/spirituality. The post-doc scholar will work on a variety of projects across one or more areas of emphasis: understanding the mechanisms of virtues, virtue and religious development, virtue development in sport, virtues and technology, and religion and virtuous intergroup engagement. The post-doc scholars will collaborate with some or all of the associated Baylor faculty listed below, as appropriate to their training and career goals. Primary Faculty: Dr. Kevin Dougherty, Sociology Dr. Perry Glanzer, Educational Leadership Dr. Angela Gorrell, Practical Theology Dr. Andrew Meyer, Health, Human Performance and Recreation Dr. Wade Rowatt, Psychology Dr. Sarah Schnitker, Psychology Dr. JoAnn Tsang, Psychology Dr. Jeremy Uecker, Sociology For this position, we are seeking a researcher with one or more of the following: (1) advanced expertise in data analysis and modeling, (2) advanced expertise in experimental design, and/or (3) advanced expertise in intervention science and applied research. This 3-year, temporary position begins June 1, 2020. Responsibilities: Under the supervision of Dr. Sarah Schnitker (or an appropriate alternate supervisor from the list of primary faculty members) and in collaboration with the faculty listed above, the post-doc will: Conduct research and publish findings: Manage existing and new datasets. Analyze data from existing datasets. Contribute and/or oversee study design, ethics review, data collection, and data analysis for new research projects. Publish articles in peer-review journals Present findings at conferences. Provide supervision and mentoring to graduate and undergraduate students. Provide support to grant projects as needed (e.g., writing update reports, assisting with conferences). Assist in grant writing. Other duties as assigned by supervisor. Knowledge and Skills Required: Qualified applicants will have a doctorate with research experience in a relevant area of psychology, sociology, statistics, education, public health, etc. Expertise in one or more of the following is required: (1) advanced expertise in data analysis and modeling, (2) advanced expertise in experimental design, and/or (3) advanced expertise in intervention science and applied research. Experience with qualitative methodology and analysis is desired but not required. Strong writing skills are required. Additional required competencies include demonstrated abilities to engage in: analytical and strategic thinking; relationship building and networking; versatility; project management; and time and priority management. Notes: Compensation is competitive and includes comprehensive benefits (i.e., medical, dental, vision, disability). To apply, candidates should apply by submitting the following to https://jobs.baylor.edu/postings/6059 : A cover letter describing of your research experience, interests, and goals. A CV. A research-based writing sample. Names and contact information for three professional references. Contact sarah_schnitker@baylor.edu with questions.

Baylor University Waco, TX, USA Postdoc

Feb 05, 2020

Postdoctoral Researcher in Modeling Intraindividual Learning Trajectories with Intensive Longitudinal Data

The Institute for Educational Evaluation at the University of Zurich is accepting applications for a Postdoctoral Researcher in statistical and/or computational methods for modeling intensive longitudinal educational and/or developmental data. The initial appointment (80-100% of full time equivalent) will be two years with the option of renewal for a third year and the possibility of promotion into a tenured contract. The position primarily involves work in the methodological research project “Modeling Developmental Trajectories with Intensive Longitudinal Data from Large-Scale Formative Assessments” funded by the Swiss National Science Foundation (PI: Prof. Dr. Martin Tomasik). It is a full research position with no teaching obligations. Your Responsibilities The successful candidate will collaborate in a team comprising another post-doctoral researcher, a technical research assistant, and up to two doctoral students. Against the backdrop of intensive longitudinal data from a computer-based tool for formative student assessment (see Tomasik, Berger & Moser, 2019, in Frontiers of Education ), the successful candidate will apply and develop methods for modelling intraindividual learning trajectories across different subject domains, investigate patterns of heterogeneity in these trajectories, study the longitudinal dynamics between concepts and content domains, and investigate contextual factors predicting learning trajectories. A significant portion of the working time will be devoted to prepare the results of this modelling for publication in scientific journals and presentation at international conferences. The successful candidate will also be involved in mentoring the doctoral students, organizing methodological workshops, and support the team in programming tasks related to the development and the maintenance of the computer-based tool. Your Qualification Requirements Qualified candidates should be self-driven and highly motivated individuals with an established track record, including first-author publications in top-tier international journals. They should have a very strong statistical and/or computational background in order to successfully develop and evaluate methods in the context of time-series analysis, dynamic structural equation modelling, growth mixture modelling, higher-order graph modelling, time-varying effect modelling and/or other related methods capable of separating between-person and within-person variance in order to study interindividual differences in intraindividual change. A solid knowledge of item response theory, good command of machine learning approaches, and advanced programming skills (e.g., Python, C/C++, MATLAB, Perl) is a strong advantage. The successful candidate should have obtained a doctoral degree in mathematics, statistics, computer science, psychometrics, developmental measurement or educational measurement no longer than seven years ago and bring along some experience – or at least strong interest – in developmental and/or educational research. A good command of English and/or German (as the working languages in the project) is mandatory, familiarity with any of the other national languages (i.e., French and Italian) could be helpful. Our Offer We offer great working conditions on a unique data set ( N ≈ 100.000) and the opportunity to significantly expand one’s publication record. This interdisciplinary research project is conducted in collaboration with leaders in the field of machine learning, signal processing theory, computational social science, and data analytics. The University of Zurich provides great opportunities for networking within and beyond the Digital Society Initiative (see https://www.dsi.uzh.ch/). The Institute offers an attractive salary plus a very generous social benefits package, five weeks of paid vacation per year, flexible working hours as well as a highly motivated and supportive team of scientific and non-scientific personnel. Application Procedure To apply for this position, please submit in one single PDF file (1) a cover letter describing your past training and your future research goals, highlighting why your background and interests are a good match for the position, (2) a one-page curriculum vitae, (3) a full list of publications, (4) a copy of the doctoral certificate, and (5) three writing samples (i.e., papers published or accepted for publication) to Prof. Dr. Martin Tomasik (martin.tomasik@ibe.uzh.ch). Letters of reference (if available) may be sent directly to Prof. Dr. Martin Tomasik. Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled. Interested applicants are strongly encouraged to submit their applications at their earliest convenience but not later than March 31, 2020. Preferred starting date is September 1, 2020. Confidential inquiries concerning this vacancy may either be directed to Prof. Dr. Martin Tomasik or Dr. Laura Helbling (laura.helbling@ibe.uzh.ch). About Us The Institute for Educational Evaluation is a nationally renowned and internationally networked research center associated with the University of Zurich. It is mainly engaged in the field of standardized performance measurement and carries out school effectiveness studies as well as educational surveys and longitudinal studies relevant to education. The IBE also develops software for large-scale adaptive testing and formative assessment (see https://www.mindsteps.ch/) which is implemented in several cantons of Switzerland and also used for research purposes. Located close to downtown Zurich and only seven minutes from the main station, the Institute is perfectly accessible by public transportation. The city of Zurich itself has consecutively been awarded “city with the world's best quality of life” seven times on Mercer research. With its culture, nature and urban-style living, it offers numerous opportunities for leisure and social life.

Institute for Educational Evaluation at the University of Zurich Zürich, Switzerland Postdoc

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