10 Jan 2024
Job Information
- Organisation/Company
University of Amsterdam (UvA)- Research Field
Cultural studies- Researcher Profile
First Stage Researcher (R1)- Country
Netherlands- Application Deadline
29 Jan 2024 - 22:59 (UTC)- Type of Contract
Temporary- Job Status
Not Applicable- Hours Per Week
38.0- Is the job funded through the EU Research Framework Programme?
Not funded by an EU programme- Is the Job related to staff position within a Research Infrastructure?
No
Offer Description
Are you passionate about psychological research, specifically in the field of Clinical or Developmental Psychology? The Clinical Psychology program group of the Faculty of Social and Behavioural Sciences at the University of Amsterdam is seeking a highly motivated and versatile PhD Candidate for a mixed methods project about non-suicidal self-injury (NSSI).
As around 20% of community adolescents have engaged in NSSI, with numbers rising to a staggering 60% in clinical populations, the need for effective (secondary) prevention in this age group is clear. Our project focuses on informing and enhancing prevention practices by investigating the complexities surrounding implicit and explicit identification with NSSI. Through a combination of qualitative, quantitative, and experimental research methods, we aim to understand why and how some individuals self-identify with NSSI (‘I, self-injurer’) and which role this phenomenon plays in the prognosis and the impact of prevention efforts. Join our team to contribute to an improved understanding of NSSI and play a key role in shaping effective prevention strategies.
What are you going to do?
This project is part of the ‘Identification with NSSI’ research initiative, funded by a UvA Starter Grant (PI: dr. T. Buelens). As a PhD Candidate on the project, you will explore the literature on (identification with) non-suicidal self-injury in adolescence and young adulthood. You will design and manage three interrelated data collection projects utilizing various methodological approaches, including qualitative, quantitative, and experimental research. The objective is to gain comprehensive understanding of the ways some individuals identify with their self-injurious behaviours and what subsequent implications for prognosis could be.
You will/tasks
- Review and synthesize relevant academic literature;
- Design, manage, and analyse quantitative and qualitative data collection projects;
- Report findings in peer-reviewed scientific journals, in practice/policy oriented outlets and at (inter)national conferences;
- Teach and supervise students within the Clinical Psychology Program
Requirements
Specific Requirements
The ideal candidate will thrive taking on a leading role in a mixed methods data collection project. This involves overseeing a longitudinal quantitative research initiative with community adolescents/young adults and clinical populations, conducting qualitative research on lived experience of NSSI, and managing an experimental study using IAT paradigms. The candidate demonstrates strong organizational skills and effective communication with diverse stakeholders, including researchers, clinicians, and (adolescent/young adult) patients. They work independently as well as in close collaboration with supervisors and third parties to produce high quality scientific research output. They are curious and eager to acquire new skills in clinical psychology research as well as resilient to the challenges that come with novel methodological approaches. They are sensitive about working with patients and passionate about disseminating research findings.
Your experience and profile
- Master’s degree in Psychology, with a preference for Clinical/Developmental or highly related specializations;
- Strong statistical and methodological knowledge or aptitude;
- Strong organizational and communication skills;
- Proficiency in oral and written (academic) English. Candidates who are fluent in Dutch as well will be given special consideration;
- Demonstrated clinical affinity with the topic of interest and/or experience with both qualitative and quantitative research would be assets.
Additional Information
Benefits
The position concerns temporary employment of 38 hours per week for a maximum term of 4.5 years, and will include a 16% teaching load. The initial employment is for one year. Following a positive assessment and barring altered circumstances, this term will be extended by a maximum of 43 months, which should result in the conferral of a doctorate. We will put together a curriculum which will also include the opportunity to attend training courses and both national and international events.
For this position the University Job Classification profile PhD Candidate (Promovendus) applies. While the preferred starting date is as soon as possible, we are open to discuss alternative start dates.
Your salary will be €2.541 gross per month in the first year and will increase to €3.247 in the final year, based on full-time employment and in keeping with the Collective Labour Agreement of Dutch Universities . We additionally offer an extensive package of secondary benefits, including 8% holiday allowance and a year-end bonus of 8.3%.
The UvA offers excellent possibilities for further professional development and education.
What else do we offer
- a position in which initiative and input are highly valued
- an enthusiastic and warm team that is open to new colleagues
- an inspiring academic and international working environment in the heart of Amsterdam.
Selection process
Do you recognize yourself in the job profile? Then we look forward to receiving your application by 29 January 2024. You may apply online by using the link below.
Applications in one bundled .pdf should include:
- a curriculum vitae;
- a letter of motivation;
- a peer-reviewed publication or master thesis;
- contact information for two professional references.
Additional comments
Do you have any questions or do you require additional information? Please contact:
- Tinne Buelens, Assistant Professor Clinical Psychology, [email protected] , T: +31 643450201
- Website for additional job details
https://www.academictransfer.com/336452/
Work Location(s)
- Number of offers available
- 1
- Company/Institute
- Faculty of Social and Behavioural Sciences
- Country
- Netherlands
- City
- Amsterdam
- Postal Code
- 1018WV
- Street
- Nieuwe Achtergracht 166
- Geofield
Where to apply
- Website
https://www.academictransfer.com/en/336452/phd-candidate-clinical-psychology-id…
Contact
- City
Amsterdam- Website
http://www.uva.nl/- Street
Spui 21- Postal Code
1012 WX
STATUS: EXPIRED
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