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There is an opening for a postdoctoral researcher within Dr. Sarah W. Feldstein Ewing’s Translational Research of Adolescent Change (TRAC) Lab, with opportunities for co-mentorship through Dr. Anna Wilson’s Advancing Research in Pediatric Pain (ARPP) Lab, commencing summer/fall 2020. The Postdoctoral Scholar directly supports a new longitudinal clinical research study examining risk and protective factors for substance abuse in adolescents prescribed opioids for pain management. Generally, the TRAC Lab focuses on understanding how adolescents change their behavior, and how to improve treatments to maximize their behavior change. The ARPP Lab focuses on biopsychosocial models of pediatric pain prevention. A postdoc in this position would have opportunities to work with large, longitudinal, multimethod (e.g., neuroimaging; actigraphy; lab pain testing) datasets. Required Qualifications: Ph.D. in clinical psychology, neuropsychology, cognitive/behavioral neuroscience, or related field Research experience and evidence of productivity, by way of publication Advanced statistical understanding with demonstrated ability to apply analytical methods to large, multi-modal datasets Strong scientific writing skills demonstrated through publication history Excellent documentation skills Excellent communication skills: both written and verbal Ability to self-initiate projects and work independently with appropriate oversight Ability to interface professionally in a collaborative research setting Proficient computer knowledge to interface with a variety of database, statistical, and imaging task and processing software, such as SPSS, REDCap, Linux, AFNI, FSL, MATLAB Preferred Qualifications: Ph.D. in a related field with emphasis in human development and behavior, and quantitative methods Experience with neuroimaging research Strong background in neuroimaging (MRI) analysis Background in computer programming and scripting

Postdoctoral Fellowship Position in Developmental and Learning Science The Learning Research and Development Center (LRDC) at the University of Pittsburgh is accepting applications for a Postdoctoral Fellowship 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 longitudinal research projects exploring how sociocultural and psychosocial 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 education 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 interpersonal 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 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 3/30/2020 . 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.

DESCRIPTION: Stone, McElroy & Associates (SMA), an Atlanta-based forensic and psychological risk management consulting firm, invites applications for a full-time postdoctoral student with previous assessment or forensic training in their graduate school program or internship. Postdoctoral students work under the supervision of two Board Certified Police and Public Safety Psychologists and are encouraged to channel an elevated level of communication while also learning to work as an independent, self-sufficient member of our team.  Work experiences include risk and threat assessment, psychological pre-employment screening services, both police/public safety and corporate fitness for duty evaluations, and risk management consultation with television networks and production companies.    This opportunity will include the option to work out of our offices in Smyrna, GA, but also allows for opportunities to work remotely and travel across the country for various media and police and public safety projects. Working alongside police and public safety psychologists, all board-certified through the American Board of Professional Psychology, affords the postdoctoral student the opportunity to learn from experienced leaders within the field of risk management, inevitably broadening their experience, contacts, and knowledge within our niche industry. Research opportunities are also available and currently include work with Drs. Yossef Ben-Porath, Dave Corey, and Mike Roberts to assess the predictive validity of personality testing on hiring outcomes and the development of personality test norms for various types of public safety candidates in the Southeast.  The team at SMA works together to ensure the needs of the business are being met, and our hard work materializes into benefits that include a competitive salary, paid vacation and holidays, employer-paid medical insurance, a gym/club membership after one year of employment, the opportunity to participate in the 401k program, and firm outings to social and sporting events. Postdoctoral students will receive malpractice insurance, travel to clients located across the country, and receive invitations to attend industry-relevant conventions and training. For highly motivated individuals we offer employment opportunities after completion of the postdoctoral year to include commission salary options, additional bonuses, and future partnership opportunities in one of the most successful risk management psychological firms in the country. This opportunity would also serve as one year of the three years required to be eligible to apply for ABPP certification in Forensic Psychology or Police and Public Safety Psychology. REQUIREMENTS: Successful applicants must have completed a doctoral degree in clinical or counseling psychology from an APA-accredited program, as well as an APA-accredited predoctoral clinical internship. Excellent writing skills and grammar are essential requirements. Our schedule is based on the needs of our clients, and it is expected that while our office maintains Monday through Friday business hours, our staff may travel/work outside of those hours to accommodate our various clients. You must enjoy spontaneity and travel to succeed in this role! For additional information about the firm, see our website at www.stonemcelroy.com TO APPLY: Submit curriculum vitae with a cover letter that addresses your career goals and interests. No phone calls. ksullivan@stonemcelroy.com Equal Employment Opportunity and ADA Non-Discrimination Statement: Stone, McElroy, and Associates is an equal opportunity employer. Employment opportunities are open to all regardless of race, sex, color, national or ethnic origin, religion, sexual orientation, age, veteran status, political affiliation, or disability.