Research Assistant Professor

The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill
Chapel Hill, NC, US
Permanent

The primary role of this position is to conduct independent research in the area of technology use, brain, and psychological development among youth and young adults.

The is expected to establish a research program in conjunction with the Winston National Center on Technology Use, Brain, and Psychological Development, and will be responsible for carrying out a variety of research projects aimed at examining the link between technology use and adolescent development.

  • Responsibilities in this area including (1) Collecting, analyzing, and reporting data using research techniques, such as longitudinal design, ecological momentary assessment, neuroimaging fMRI, fNIRS), and behavioral assessments;
  • 2) Co-supervising postdoctoral fellows, graduate students, and undergraduate students in conjunction with other faculty members in the Department;
  • 3) Building publication record in writing and preparing manuscripts for publications on data collected, analyzed, and interpreted as part of this position;

4) Preparing, applying for, and managing grants; and (5) Presenting data at national conferences and increasing involvement in the scientific community by attending project meetings, seminars, and other meetings as necessary.

The Research Assistant Professor position provides an opportunity to move from a mentored position to establish an independent, grant funded program of research.

Minimum Education and Experience Requirements in psychology, neuroscience, or a related field is required; a minimum of two years of experience as a postdoctoral scholar is also required.

Preferred Qualifications, Competencies, and Experience We are seeking a candidate with a strong background in developmental cognitive affective neuroscience.

Preference is given to a candidate with experience in neuroimaging, developmental psychopathology, or prior research on technology.

Expertise in neuroimaging data collection and analysis is strongly preferred. Special Physical / Mental Requirements N / A Campus Security Authority Responsibilities

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