Posting Details

Posting NumberG/R08641PWorking TitlePostdoctoral Research AssociateDepartmentVPR-Owens Inst Behavioral RschAbout the University of Georgia

The University of Georgia (UGA), a land-grant and sea-grant university with statewide commitments and responsibilities is the state’s oldest, most comprehensive, and most diversified institution of higher education (http://www.uga.edu/). UGA is currently ranked among the top 20 public universities in U.S. News & World Report. The University’s main campus is located in Athens, approximately 65 miles northeast of Atlanta, with extended campuses in Atlanta, Griffin, Gwinnett, and Tifton. UGA was founded in 1785 by the Georgia General Assembly as the first state-chartered University in the country. UGA employs approximately 1,800 full-time instructional faculty and more than 7,600 full-time staff. The University’s enrollment exceeds 36,000 students including over 27,500 undergraduates and over 8,500 graduate and professional students. Academic programs reside in 17 schools and colleges, as well as a medical partnership with Augusta University housed on the UGA Health Sciences Campus in Athens.

About the College/Unit/Department

OIBR stimulates, supports, and sustains innovation and infrastructure in the Social and Behavioral Sciences. Our impact lies in the fact that we catalyze high-impact multi-disciplinary research. The mission of OIBR addresses the world’s most pressing health, economic, social, educational, and policy challenges through the facilitation and promotion of social and behavioral science research.

College/Unit/Department websitewww.oibr.uga.eduEmployment TypeEmployeeAdditional Schedule InformationAdvertised SalaryCommensurate with ExperienceAnticipated Start Date07/01/2020Posting Date06/03/2020Closing DateOpen Until FilledYesSpecial Instructions to ApplicantsLocation of VacancyAthens Area EOO Statement

The University of Georgia is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, ethnicity, age, genetic information, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation or protected veteran status. Persons needing accommodations or assistance with the accessibility of materials related to this search are encouraged to contact Central HR (hrweb@uga.edu).

Duties/Responsibilities

Please approximate the percentage of time spent on each task (out of 100%) during a typical work week. List these tasks in order of importance, with the most critical task coming first. Do not list more than 6 entries – do not go below 5% time per assigned duty.

Duties/Responsibilities

Conducting clinical diagnostic interviews

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Data analysis

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Writing scientific manuscripts; presenting at conferences

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Classification TitlePost-Doctoral Associate ADFLSAExemptUGA Job CodeJob FamilyFTE1.00Minimum QualificationsPosition Summary

The postdoctoral scholar will join a large-scale, NIH-funded R01 grant that evaluates the utility of a novel computerized screening battery for predicting conversion to schizophrenia among at-risk youth (i.e., those with prodromal syndromes). The postdoctoral fellow will be responsible for conducting clinical diagnostic interviews, data analysis, and writing scientific manuscripts. There are many opportunities for professional development and opportunities for the postdoctoral scholar to develop their own interests and projects in clinical neuroscience research.

Relevant/Preferred Education, Experience, Licensure, Certification in Position

(a) Ph.D. in Psychology, Neuroscience, or a closely related field; (b) a strong record of publication; © demonstrated interest in neuroimaging research; (d) 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?YesDoes this position have operation, access, or control of financial resources? NoDoes this position require a P-Card? NoIs having a P-Card an essential function of this position? NoIs driving a requirement of this position?Does this position have direct interaction or care of children under the age of 18 or direct patient care?NoDoes this position have Security Access (e.g., public safety, IT security, personnel records, patient records, or access to chemicals and medications)YesPosting Specific Questions

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Applicant DocumentsRequired Documents

1. Resume/CV
2. Cover Letter

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