Postdoctoral Research Associate - Oshri
University of Georgia
Athens, GA, USA
USD 50k-70k / year
Posted on Apr 12, 2025
Posting Details
Position Details
Posting Number | G/R27079P |
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Working Title | Postdoctoral Research Associate - Oshri |
Department | VPR-Owens Inst Behavioral Rsch |
About the University of Georgia | Since our founding in 1785, the University of Georgia has operated as Georgia’s oldest, most comprehensive, and most diversified institution of higher education (https://www.uga.edu/). The proof is in our more than 235 years of academic and professional achievements and our continual commitment to higher education. UGA is currently ranked among the top 20 public universities in U.S. News & World Report. The University’s main campus is located in Athens, approximately 65 miles northeast of Atlanta, with extended campuses in Atlanta, Griffin, Gwinnett, and Tifton. UGA employs approximately 3,100 faculty and more than 7,700 full-time staff. The University’s enrollment exceeds 41,000 students including over 31,000 undergraduates and over 10,000 graduate and professional students. Academic programs reside in 19 schools and colleges, including our newly formed School of Medicine. |
About the College/Unit/Department | |
College/Unit/Department website | |
Employment Type | Employee |
Additional Schedule Information | |
Advertised Salary | $50,000 - $70,000 |
Anticipated Start Date | 09/01/2024 |
Posting Date | 08/21/2024 |
Closing Date | |
Open Until Filled | Yes |
Special Instructions to Applicants | Candidates should electronically submit a 1-page cover letter indicating their interest in and qualifications for the position, a curriculum vitae, a statement of research interest outlining how your work aligns with our lab’s mission and goals, and contact information for three professional references. |
Location of Vacancy | Athens Area |
EOO Statement | The University of Georgia is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, color, disability, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex, or veteran status or other protected status. Persons needing accommodations or assistance with the accessibility of materials related to this search are encouraged to contact Central HR (hrweb@uga.edu). |
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Duties/Responsibilities
Duties/Responsibilities | Develop and lead your research program that aligns with our lab’s mission and ongoing projects; Prepare and publish research manuscripts and assist in grant proposal development. |
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Percentage of time | 50 |
Duties/Responsibilities | Contribute to NIH-funded projects focused on adolescent resilience using diverse data sources, including large datasets like ABCD or equivalent; Apply cutting-edge data science and multi-level methods to analyze complex datasets. |
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Percentage of time | 40 |
Duties/Responsibilities | Mentor and supervise research assistants in their activities. |
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Percentage of time | 10 |
Position Details
Position Information
Classification Title | Post-Doctoral Associate AD |
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FLSA | Exempt |
UGA Job Code | |
FTE | 1.00 |
Minimum Qualifications | |
Position Summary | Dr. Oshri seeks a highly motivated and innovative postdoctoral fellow to become an integral part of his multidisciplinary team. This unique opportunity will allow the associate to work at the intersection of adolescent resilience, data science, and developmental cognitive neuroscience. As a team member, they will collaborate with principal investigators from various fields, including developmental psychology, human development, family science, cognitive neuroscience, and developmental psychobiology. |
Relevant/Preferred Education, Experience, Licensure, Certification in Position | Ph.D. in a related field (e.g., developmental psychology, human development, developmental cognitive neuroscience, or a related discipline). |
Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and/or Competencies |
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Physical Demands | Sitting and standing for extended periods. |
Is this a Position of Trust? | No |
Does this position have operation, access, or control of financial resources? | No |
Does this position require a P-Card? | No |
Is having a P-Card an essential function of this position? | No |
Is driving a requirement of this position? | No |
Does this position have direct interaction or care of children under the age of 18 or direct patient care? | No |
Does this position have Security Access (e.g., public safety, IT security, personnel records, patient records, or access to chemicals and medications) | No |
Background Investigation Policy | Offers of employment are contingent upon completion of a background investigation including, a criminal background check demonstrating your eligibility for employment with the University of Georgia; confirmation of the credentials and employment history reflected in your application materials (including reference checks) as they relate to the job-based requirements of the position applied for; and, if applicable, a satisfactory credit check. You may also be subject to a pre-employment drug test for positions with high-risk responsibilities, if applicable. Please visit the UGA Background Check website. |
Contact Information
Recruitment Contact
Contact Details | For questions concerning this position or recruitment progression, please refer to the Recruitment Contact listed below. |
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Recruitment Contact Name | Dr. Assaf Oshri |
Recruitment Contact Email | oshri@uga.edu |
Recruitment Contact Phone | 7065424882 |
Posting Specific Questions
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Applicant Documents
Required Documents
- Resume/CV
- Cover Letter
- Unofficial Transcripts
- List of References with Contact Information