The Winston Center includes a group of tenure track, research, and teaching professors dedicated to studying the impact of social media and technology on the developing mind and brain. We are seeking a candidate with a strong background in developmental cognitive affective neuroscience to complement the expertise of our growing Center. The Research Assistant Professor will be responsible for carrying out a variety of research projects aimed at examining the link between technology use and adolescent brain development.
Responsibilities in this area include (1) Collecting, analyzing, and reporting data using research techniques, such as longitudinal design, ecological momentary assessment, neuroimaging (e.g., 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. The Research Assistant Professor position provides an opportunity to move from a mentored position to establish an independent, grant funded program of research.
Ph.D. in psychology, neuroscience, or a related field is required; a minimum of two years of experience as a postdoctoral scholar is also required. If you have any questions or inquiries about the position, please reach out to Eva Telzer ehtelzer@unc.edu
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https://unc.peopleadmin.com/postings/287064