Postdoctoral Research Fellow

Posting Details

Job Title

Postdoctoral Research Fellow

Posting Number

P0233F

Job Description Summary

The Child Sleep, Health, and Development Laboratory in the Department of Human Development and Family Science at Auburn University is seeking a postdoctoral research fellow with a flexible start date (preferably in 2021 or early 2022). This is a two-year NICHD -funded position ( NIH pay scale) with the possibility of extension. The fellow will work with Dr. Mona El-Sheikh and her collaborators and trainees to investigate multiple domains of child, adolescent and young adult adjustment in the context of family functioning and socioeconomic adversity with a focus on psychophysiological regulation and sleep. Data are currently available from two federally-funded longitudinal studies that include a high percentage of ethnic minority participants from diverse socioeconomic backgrounds. Primary responsibilities of the fellow will include data analysis and preparation of manuscripts for publication. The position also provides opportunities for training in collection and analysis of physiological (autonomic nervous system) and sleep data, grant writing, and mentoring students.

Minimum Qualifications

Applicants must have a Ph.D. in psychology, child/adolescent development, or a closely related field by the date of hire. ABD status is acceptable at the time of application, but the terminal degree must be awarded by the date of hire. Strong quantitative skills (e.g., expertise with SEM and multi-level modeling) and experience with child/adolescent development research are required. The candidate selected for this position must be able to meet eligibility requirements to work in the United States at the time the appointment is scheduled to begin and continue working legally for the proposed term of employment; excellent communication skills required.

Desired Qualifications

Experience with developmental psychopathology, sleep, or psychophysiology research.

Special Instructions to Applicants

Applicants should apply via the online system at the following link: https://www.auemployment.com/postings/22368. Please provide a letter of interest, curriculum vitae, representative publications, and names of three references. Reference letters are not needed unless requested by Dr. El-Sheikh. Only complete application materials will be considered. Review of applications will begin May 5, 2021 and will continue until the position is filled. For additional information, please contact Dr. Mona El-Sheikh, elshemm@auburn.edu.

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1. Cover Letter
2. Curriculum Vitae
3. Reprints of Recent Publications

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