Postdoctoral Research Fellow

Position Details

Applications are invited for a 1-year postdoctoral research fellowship in the Department of Psychology at Wesleyan University. The position may be renewable for a second year based on performance and funding. We seek an outstanding researcher with a Ph.D. in psychology or a related field, interested in collaborating on clinical cognitive science research. The postdoctoral fellow will work with Dr. Kyungmi Kim and Dr. Matthew Kurtz on research projects that investigate memory or self-related processes in healthy people and people with psychosis and remediation of these deficits in patient populations. Our research laboratories are equipped with computers for conducting behavioral experimental research, with additional access to EEG equipment for candidates with a background in electrophysiological methods. We collaborate with a network of local mental health centers for recruitment of patient populations.

The fellow will be involved in all aspects of research including study development, data collection and analysis, and dissemination of research findings. They will develop and teach an undergraduate seminar one semester each year in their area of expertise. They will also have the opportunity to mentor exceptional undergraduates involved in research. This fellowship is designed to prepare the fellow to compete successfully for a tenure-track position in cognitive, cognitive/clinical neuroscience and/or clinical psychology and includes training and supervision to develop an independent research program and to mentor and teach undergraduates. Wesleyan University is a highly selective liberal arts institution, where faculty are actively engaged in research. Wesleyan University also offers teaching training through the Office of Faculty Development.

Minimum Qualifications

Ph.D. in psychology or a related field

Preferred Qualifications

Competitive candidates will have a demonstrated ability to complete projects as evidenced by first-author publications, experience in behavioral experimental research, and proficiency with programming and statistical analysis software (e.g., Matlab, PsychoPy, E-prime, R, SPSS). Previous experience with clinical populations will be viewed favorably.

Competencies

Organizational skills, Project management, Teamwork/collaboration, Time management, Oral/written communication skills, Respect for diversity, Commitment to sustainability

Additional Information

Applications will be considered on a rolling basis but applications received after April 30th may not be considered.

Application materials

1. Cover Letter

2. Curriculum Vitae

3. Research Statement

4. Recent Publication(s)

Minimum number of reference letters required: Three

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Work Location: On Campus

All offers to external applicants are contingent on the candidate's completion of a pre-employment background check screening to the satisfaction of Wesleyan University.

Wesleyan University, located in Middletown, Connecticut, does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religious creed, age, gender, gender identity or expression, national origin, marital status, ancestry, present or past history of mental disorder, learning disability or physical disability, political belief, veteran status, sexual orientation, genetic information or non-position-related criminal record. We welcome applications from women and historically underrepresented minority groups. Inquiries regarding Title IX, Section 504 or any other non-discrimination policies should be directed to Vice President for Equity and Inclusion, Title IX and ADA/504 Coordinator.

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Experience is taken into consideration in the determination of salary offers. For more information visit https://www.wesleyan.edu/hr/handbook/compensation-practices/index.html

Wesleyan offers a broad range of employee benefits and development opportunities, including comprehensive group insurance plans, wellness programs and incentives, generous paid time off and retirement plans, flexible work schedules, employee and dependent tuition programs for those who qualify.

Detailed information on the benefits of working at Wesleyan is located at: https://wesleyan.edu/hr/careers/prospective-resources.html.