Postdoctoral Research Associate II

The University of Arizona, United States

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Postdoctoral Research Associate II
Posting Number req18944
Department Psychology
Department Website Link
Location Main Campus
Address Tucson, AZ USA
Position Highlights

The postdoctoral fellow will be involved in analysis of existing and ongoing datasets collected in the Neuroscience of Emotion and Thought Lab, including behavioral, natural language, smartphone and functional MRI data acquired from individuals across the adult lifespan. The postdoctoral fellow will also collaborate on ongoing studies and have opportunities to design new research studies as well. As part of the position, the postdoc will gain mentorship and professional development experience working with graduate and undergraduate students, writing manuscripts, and contributing to the preparation of grant applications. Strong skills in statistics, fMRI data analysis and data visualization. Computational skills in natural language processing, dynamic systems modelling, machine learning, and data science of “big data” are also strengths for the datasets with which the postdoctoral fellow will be working. Basic knowledge in, or willingness to learn about, the psychology of aging, autobiographical thought, creativity and mind-wandering would also be ideal.

Outstanding UA benefits include health, dental, vision, and life insurance; paid vacation, sick leave, and holidays; UA/ASU/NAU tuition reduction for the employee and qualified family members; access to UA recreation and cultural activities; and more!

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Duties & Responsibilities
  • Analysis and data management of functional neuroimaging data, including machine learning and dynamic statistical approaches.
  • Analysis of mobile smartphone data and natural language data from local and remote participant cohorts.
  • Dissemination of findings through presentations and publications
  • Collaboration with other researchers (including faculty, postdocs, graduate students and undergraduates) on ongoing projects.
  • Assistance with grant applications for new federal, state or private grants.
Minimum Qualifications
  • PhD in Psychology, Neuroscience, or a related field. The selected candidate must have a conferred PhD upon hire.
Preferred Qualifications
  • Special training in statistics or math.
FLSA Exempt
Full Time/Part Time Full Time
Number of Hours Worked per Week 40
Job FTE 1.0
Work Calendar Fiscal
Job Category Research
Benefits Eligible Yes - Full Benefits
Rate of Pay $57,300
Compensation Type salary at 1.0 full-time equivalency (FTE)
Type of criminal background check required: Name-based criminal background check (non-security sensitive)
Number of Vacancies 1
Target Hire Date 3/11/2024
Expected End Date
Contact Information for Candidates Jessica Andrews Hanna
[email protected]
Open Date 2/27/2024
Open Until Filled Yes
Documents Needed to Apply Resume and Cover Letter
Special Instructions to Applicant
Diversity Statement At the University of Arizona, we value our inclusive climate because we know that diversity in experiences and perspectives is vital to advancing innovation, critical thinking, solving complex problems, and creating an inclusive academic community. As a Hispanic-serving institution, we translate these values into action by seeking individuals who have experience and expertise working with diverse students, colleagues, and constituencies. Because we seek a workforce with a wide range of perspectives and experiences, we provide equal employment opportunities to applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or genetic information. As an Employer of National Service, we also welcome alumni of AmeriCorps, Peace Corps, and other national service programs and others who will help us advance our Inclusive Excellence initiative aimed at creating a university that values student, staff and faculty engagement in addressing issues of diversity and inclusiveness.
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