[Neuropostdocs] Faculty, Postdoctoral & Staff Positions at Northwestern University

Fri Apr 28 13:39:57 CDT 2017

Faculty, Postdoctoral & Staff Positions at Northwestern University We are seeking to fill multiple positions within the Developmental Mechanisms Program directed by Dr. Laurie Wakschlag within the Department of Medical Social Sciences (MSS) at Northwestern University.  Positions to start ASAP, start dates flexible. These positions are:

(1) a research faculty/ assistant program director,

(2) a postdoctoral fellow in developmental cognitive neuroscience, and

(3) a clinical research coordinator.

This is a unique opportunity for individuals at all levels to be involved in collaborating on and participating in innovative developmental science clinical research studies focused on identifying and preventing the origins of early life mental health problems. The MSS Developmental Mechanisms Program is a translational research program at the interface of developmental and clinical science, with central emphasis on emergent disruptive behavior pathways. Housing multiple NIH-funded studies, the program is nationally recognized for generating novel paradigms to measure early childhood disruptive behavior and elucidating prenatal and its neurodevelopmental mechanisms and prevention. Multiple state-of-the-art, developmentally-sensitive methods are used including behavioral observations, parent interviews and infant natural sleep MRI.  Our highly collaborative team includes experts in areas from clinical psychology and developmental cognitive neuroscience, to communication sciences and prevention.  Details of each position are given below.

Research Faculty/ Assistant Program Director. We are seeking an energetic and highly collaborative developmental scientist with scientific training and expertise in developmentally-sensitive measurement, early childhood disruptive behavior and/or pre-postnatal mechanisms of developmental psychopathology.  The candidate should have scientific and management training/experience in longitudinal developmental research and program development. The Assistant Director will work closely with Dr. Wakschlag in leading and overseeing program activities and operations as a member of the faculty of the Department of Medical Social Sciences. The Assistant Director will have primary oversight responsibilities for three program areas: (1) Study Operations i.e., overseeing multiple funded study teams, and budgetary and regulatory oversight; (2) Team Science Activities, including collaborating on and orchestrating manuscripts and grant preparation, and facilitating supplementary studies with a broad interdisciplinary collaborative net. The candidate will also participate in program educational activities (e.g., mentoring graduate students and postdocs); and (3) Program Procedures, Workflow & Dissemination, including developing system-wide procedures that improve efficiency and integration across studies and facilitate public access, enhance program visibility and dissemination of its measurement tools. The ideal candidate will have a doctoral degree in developmental psychology or psychopathology, or a related field, and training/experience in interdisciplinary team science, research program development and management. Expertise in multi-modal early childhood assessment, developmental science, and early influences on mental health is optimal. Competence in statistical techniques for developmental science and experience with NIH grant writing are also strong pluses. Candidates who have an entrepreneurial spirit, can think on their feet, work flexibly and nimbly, are creative and energetic, are outstanding managers, and revel in collaboration will be an excellent fit.  Please send CV, statement of interest and names of 6 references to Laurie Wakschlag (lauriew at northwestern.edu<mailto:lauriew at northwestern.edu>) For detailed information about this position, please see: http://devsci.northwestern.edu/devsci-commons/my-commons/groups/viewdiscussion/29-assistant-director-program-on-developmental-mechanisms-of-psychopathology?groupid=12<https://urldefense.proofpoint.com/v2/url?u=http-3A__devsci.northwestern.edu_devsci-2Dcommons_my-2Dcommons_groups_viewdiscussion_29-2Dassistant-2Ddirector-2Dprogram-2Don-2Ddevelopmental-2Dmechanisms-2Dof-2Dpsychopathology-3Fgroupid-3D12&d=DwMFAg&c=8hUWFZcy2Z-Za5rBPlktOQ&r=3MFbyPzbBLqaNrGuss7ta8YqLbbUf6ThSi86G4jrifw&m=hqAThwdQmORVmECfQkvD4Yq8rbtVUeg2JayJjKAj5bk&s=SRIsCtf27FMMS213Gek3LM7gueWSZJUp1kHrSpPL58Q&e<http://devsci.northwestern.edu/devsci-commons/my-commons/groups/viewdiscussion/29-assistant-director-program-on-developmental-mechanisms-of-psychopathology?groupid=12%3chttps://urldefense.proofpoint.com/v2/url?u=http-3A__devsci.northwestern.edu_devsci-2Dcommons_my-2Dcommons_groups_viewdiscussion_29-2Dassistant-2Ddirector-2Dprogram-2Don-2Ddevelopmental-2Dmechanisms-2Dof-2Dpsychopathology-3Fgroupid-3D12&d=DwMFAg&c=8hUWFZcy2Z-Za5rBPlktOQ&r=3MFbyPzbBLqaNrGuss7ta8YqLbbUf6ThSi86G4jrifw&m=hqAThwdQmORVmECfQkvD4Yq8rbtVUeg2JayJjKAj5bk&s=SRIsCtf27FMMS213Gek3LM7gueWSZJUp1kHrSpPL58Q&e>=>

Postdoctoral Fellowship in Developmental Cognitive Neuroscience & and Infant Neuroimaging.

A full-time postdoctoral fellowship is available for a candidate with interest and experience in MRI studies of neurodevelopment from infancy through adolescence within the Developmental Mechanisms Program of Northwestern's Department of Medical Social Sciences.  The emphasis of this position is on the neurodevelopmental basis of psychopathology in early life, with increasing emphasis on the intersection of irritability and language in early atypical pathways. Studies include (1) the When to Worry Study, which investigates atypical patterns and neural bases of irritability in the first years of life (12-36 mos.) via state-of-the-art, multi-modal, neurodevelopmental measurement longitudinally in a sample of 350 infants including natural sleep MRI; (2) the MAPS study, designed to characterize how brain-behavior atypicalities in early childhood shape psychopathology pathways at the transition to adolescence; and (3) the Promoting Healthy Brain Development Project, which employs developmental assessments and neuroimaging methods to examine neurodevelopmental impact of a prenatal stress reduction intervention. The postdoctoral fellow will be an integral member of the scientific team and will be encouraged to lead and collaborate on publications from the study. S/he will have ready access to rich extant data including longitudinal imaging data linked to nuanced phenotypic characterization, genetic and inflammatory and ERP data. The fellow will also be encouraged and supported to develop supplementary studies via the NIH NRSA mechanism.  The postdoctoral fellow will oversee MRI scan familiarization and acquisition and neurobehavioral assessments of emergent executive function using eye-tracking methods, under the primary direction of the project's lead neuroscientist, Elizabeth Norton, PhD.  The translational investigative team also includes experts in developmental psychopathology, epidemiology and longitudinal modeling (Margaret Briggs-Gowan, Amelie Petitclerc, & Ryne Estabrook), language atypicalities and biomarkers, and LENA assessment (Elizabeth Norton, Megan Roberts), and developmental cognitive neuroscience (John Gilmore, Ellen Leibenluft, Susan Perlman, Daniel Pine & Joel Voss).  The position requires a PhD or MD/PhD in a neuroscience-related field.  This position requires prior experience with acquisition and processing of pediatric structural and functional MRI data including scan acquisition and computer-assisted image analysis pipelines, ideally with experience in infant MRI analysis.  The successful candidate will have an excellent publication record with demonstrated interest in developmental science and neuroscience, and will combine a collaborative orientation with the ability to function well independently. We are seeking an energetic, dynamic individual who seeks a team science environment and brings a high level of initiative, drive, and spirit of inquiry.  Please send CV, research statement, and names of three references to Elizabeth Norton (enorton at northwestern.edu<mailto:enorton at northwestern.edu<mailto:enorton at northwestern.edu%3cmailto:enorton at northwestern.edu>>)

For detailed information on the position, please visit the following link: http://devsci.northwestern.edu/devsci-commons/my-commons/groups/viewdiscussion/31-full-time-postdoctoral-fellowship-in-developmental-cognitive-neuroscience-and-infant-neuroimaging?groupid=12<https://urldefense.proofpoint.com/v2/url?u=http-3A__devsci.northwestern.edu_devsci-2Dcommons_my-2Dcommons_groups_viewdiscussion_31-2Dfull-2Dtime-2Dpostdoctoral-2Dfellowship-2Din-2Ddevelopmental-2Dcognitive-2Dneuroscience-2Dand-2Dinfant-2Dneuroimaging-3Fgroupid-3D12&d=DwMFAg&c=8hUWFZcy2Z-Za5rBPlktOQ&r=3MFbyPzbBLqaNrGuss7ta8YqLbbUf6ThSi86G4jrifw&m=hqAThwdQmORVmECfQkvD4Yq8rbtVUeg2JayJjKAj5bk&s=x3V3XAIolPrRbKImO8zGAAeBJnZ3iDwDs7ALAqAZMz8&e<http://devsci.northwestern.edu/devsci-commons/my-commons/groups/viewdiscussion/31-full-time-postdoctoral-fellowship-in-developmental-cognitive-neuroscience-and-infant-neuroimaging?groupid=12%3chttps://urldefense.proofpoint.com/v2/url?u=http-3A__devsci.northwestern.edu_devsci-2Dcommons_my-2Dcommons_groups_viewdiscussion_31-2Dfull-2Dtime-2Dpostdoctoral-2Dfellowship-2Din-2Ddevelopmental-2Dcognitive-2Dneuroscience-2Dand-2Dinfant-2Dneuroimaging-3Fgroupid-3D12&d=DwMFAg&c=8hUWFZcy2Z-Za5rBPlktOQ&r=3MFbyPzbBLqaNrGuss7ta8YqLbbUf6ThSi86G4jrifw&m=hqAThwdQmORVmECfQkvD4Yq8rbtVUeg2JayJjKAj5bk&s=x3V3XAIolPrRbKImO8zGAAeBJnZ3iDwDs7ALAqAZMz8&e>=>

Clinical Research Coordinator. This position entails project coordination across the multiple funded studies in the Developmental Mechanisms Program. The position will manage all activities for multiple, inter-related research studies on early childhood psychopathology with particular focus on the W2W and MAPS Studies. This clinical research coordinator position requires a dynamic and highly motivated individual with a strong attention to detail who can also consider the big picture and help to improve current systems. Looking for a team player who prefers open and direct communication and is willing to take initiative and learn a variety of responsibilities. Individual needs to be comfortable with managing a multi-disciplinary team and communicate with people form a variety of backgrounds, including investigators, research staff, and diverse child and parent participants. Flexibility, ability to think on your feet, and a capacity to lead energetically and by example are key. Flexibility in hours is required including evening and weekend hours, and some off-site activities.  Ability to provide and receive constructive feedback are essential.  The coordinator will work closely with the investigative team in ensuring that studies achieve their objectives. A BA in psychology or a related field and experience managing research are desired. To apply please send a cover letter, resume and names of three references to Laura Sudec (laura.sudec at northwestern.edu<mailto:laura.sudec at northwestern.edu<mailto:laura.sudec at northwestern.edu%3cmailto:laura.sudec at northwestern.edu>>).

For detailed information on the position, please visit the following link and use the job id 30848: http://www.northwestern.edu/hr/careers/<https://urldefense.proofpoint.com/v2/url?u=http-3A__www.northwestern.edu_hr_careers_&d=DwMFAg&c=8hUWFZcy2Z-Za5rBPlktOQ&r=3MFbyPzbBLqaNrGuss7ta8YqLbbUf6ThSi86G4jrifw&m=hqAThwdQmORVmECfQkvD4Yq8rbtVUeg2JayJjKAj5bk&s=dFEPdJEBqAqr_b4RRNRfqJ_K282x36qzyU4y8jZ-iIY&e<http://www.northwestern.edu/hr/careers/%3chttps:/urldefense.proofpoint.com/v2/url?u=http-3A__www.northwestern.edu_hr_careers_&d=DwMFAg&c=8hUWFZcy2Z-Za5rBPlktOQ&r=3MFbyPzbBLqaNrGuss7ta8YqLbbUf6ThSi86G4jrifw&m=hqAThwdQmORVmECfQkvD4Yq8rbtVUeg2JayJjKAj5bk&s=dFEPdJEBqAqr_b4RRNRfqJ_K282x36qzyU4y8jZ-iIY&e>=>

Northwestern University is an Equal Opportunity, Affirmative Action Employer of all protected classes, including veterans and individuals with disabilities. Women and minorities are encouraged to apply.  Hiring is contingent upon eligibility to work in the United States.

Lauren S. ("Laurie") Wakschlag, PhD

Professor

Vice Chair for Scientific & Faculty Development Department of Medical Social Sciences Bridging Social Science & Medicine to Improve Health www.mss.northwestern.edu<https://urldefense.proofpoint.com/v2/url?u=http-3A__www.mss.northwestern.edu&d=DwMFAg&c=8hUWFZcy2Z-Za5rBPlktOQ&r=3MFbyPzbBLqaNrGuss7ta8YqLbbUf6ThSi86G4jrifw&m=hqAThwdQmORVmECfQkvD4Yq8rbtVUeg2JayJjKAj5bk&s=fOuBpiTNEOXLVMMEesqK80EHcTjMRRnCAUTkQZAXxV0&e<http://www.mss.northwestern.edu%3chttps:/urldefense.proofpoint.com/v2/url?u=http-3A__www.mss.northwestern.edu&d=DwMFAg&c=8hUWFZcy2Z-Za5rBPlktOQ&r=3MFbyPzbBLqaNrGuss7ta8YqLbbUf6ThSi86G4jrifw&m=hqAThwdQmORVmECfQkvD4Yq8rbtVUeg2JayJjKAj5bk&s=fOuBpiTNEOXLVMMEesqK80EHcTjMRRnCAUTkQZAXxV0&e>=>

Director

Institute for Innovations in Developmental Sciences (DevSci) Harnessing the Power of Development to Improve Lives: Healthier, Earlier devsci.northwestern.edu<https://urldefense.proofpoint.com/v2/url?u=http-3A__www.devsci.northwestern.edu&d=DwMFAg&c=8hUWFZcy2Z-Za5rBPlktOQ&r=3MFbyPzbBLqaNrGuss7ta8YqLbbUf6ThSi86G4jrifw&m=hqAThwdQmORVmECfQkvD4Yq8rbtVUeg2JayJjKAj5bk&s=ZcJEHP8lZeIJxynQPnkeXfJuv2thijcjQRr4qT5FpyI&e=>

Northwestern University

633 N. St. Clair, Suite 1900

Chicago, Il. 60611

Email: lauriew at northwestern.edu<mailto:lauriew at northwestern.edu>

Phone: (312) 503-9807

Fax: (312) 503-9800

Program Assistant:

Ms. Sharanya ("Shaaru") Retnakumar

Email: sharanya.retnakumar at northwestern.edu<mailto:sharanya.retnakumar at northwestern.edu>

Phone: (312) 503-4348

Fax: (312) 503-9800

Stephanie Pregent
Academic / Administrative Support
Office:  217-244-9838 | Cell:  217-766-4780 | Fax: 217-333-2922
Neuroscience Program | Beckman Institute
IKIDS Research | Beckman Institute
University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

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