Postdoctoral Research Associate - Psychology and Neuroscience

Job Description

What We Are Looking For

 

Dr. Sarah Schnitker at Baylor University invites applications for a postdoctoral research associate position in the Department of Psychology and Neuroscience. The post-holder will work at a lab with the following main areas of emphasis: understanding the mechanisms of virtues, virtue and religious development, and religion and virtuous intergroup engagement. The post-holder will hold a leadership position for a major research initiative. This research could range from focused on spiritual/religious, moral, and meta-identity development within the context of higher education to cross-training theologians in psychological methods or to furthering research on the virtue of patience. This position begins summer 2024; funding is secured for two years with the potential for a 3rd-year expansion.

 

What You Will Do

• Under the supervision of Dr. Sarah Schnitker, the post-doc will:
• Conduct research and publish findings:
  • Manage existing and new longitudinal 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). 
• Participate in approximately 2-4 trips/year for team meetings and scholarly conferences. 
• Write 1-3 magazine/blog articles interpreting research findings for a popular audience.
• Assist in grant writing.
• Interface with a variety of audiences, including interdisciplinary groups.
• Provide assistance with the preparation of project-related reports, manuscripts and presentations.
• Conduct research design and oversee experiments.
• Develop and establish experimental procedures.
• Prepare and manage extensive databases.
• Develop and implement research quality control procedures.
• Analyze data and prepare reports; develop recommendations based on results.
• Verify the accuracy and validity of data.
• Work with highly technical and complex research instruments
• Perform all other duties as assigned by supervisor to support Baylor’s mission.
• Ability to comply with University policies
• Maintain regular and punctual attendance.
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Knowledge and Skills Required :

Qualified applicants will have a doctorate with research experience in a relevant area of, psychology (e.g., developmental, personality, social, quantitative, cultural). Expertise in advanced quantitative methods and analyses is 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.

 

Compensation is competitive and includes comprehensive benefits (i.e., medical, dental, vision, disability). 

Application Instructions:

When asked to upload documents during the application process, please note that additional documents will be required. A complete application will include:

A cover letter describing your research experience, interests, and goals.

A CV.

A research-based writing sample.

Names and contact information for three professional references.  

 

What You Can Expect

 

As part of the Baylor family, eligible employees receive a comprehensive benefits package that includes medical, dental, and vision insurance, generous time off, and tuition remission. Baylor has a comprehensive benefits plan that supports you and your family’s wellbeing and allows you to be a part of the life of a vibrant and active college campus.  To learn more, go to Baylor Benefits & Advantages.

 

 

Explore & Engage

 

Learn more about Baylor  and our strategic vision, Illuminate .  Also, explore our great hometown of Waco  and the many opportunities to engage locally.   If you are new to Central Texas, This is Waco!

 

About Us
Baylor University is a private not-for-profit university affiliated with the Baptist General Convention of Texas. As an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity employer, Baylor is committed to compliance with all applicable anti-discrimination laws, including those regarding age, race, color, sex, national origin, military service, genetic information, and disability. Baylor’s commitment to equal opportunity and respect of others does not undermine the validity and effect of the constitutional and statutory protections for its religious liberty, including, without limitation, the religious organization exemption under Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, the religious exemption to Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, and the Free Exercise Clause of the First Amendment to the United States Constitution, among others.  Baylor encourages women, minorities, veterans, and individuals with disabilities to apply. EEO/M/F/Vets/Disabled

Job Info

• Job Identification 16083
• Job Category Staff
• Posting Date 01/12/2024, 12:50 PM
• Degree Level Doctorate
• Job Schedule Full time
• Locations 700 S University Parks Drive, Waco, TX, 76706, US