Psychology Postdoctoral Researcher

1 day ago


Richmond, Virginia, United States Virginia Commonwealth University Full time
Research-Focused Postdoctoral Fellowship Opportunity

We are seeking a highly motivated and experienced postdoctoral researcher to join our team at the Injury and Violence Prevention Program (IVPP) at Virginia Commonwealth University. The successful candidate will be involved in ongoing research activities on the topics of violence prevention and developmental psychopathology, with a focus on personality and externalizing disorders.

Key Responsibilities:
  • Conduct day-to-day research and scholarly activities, including manuscript and grant preparation, participant recruitment, data entry, database development, and data analysis.
  • Collaborate with the research team to design and implement studies, collect and analyze data, and disseminate research findings at local and national conferences.
  • Develop and maintain IRB protocols and ensure compliance with all relevant regulations and guidelines.
  • Contribute to the development of research proposals and grants, and assist in the preparation of research reports and publications.
Requirements:
  • Ph.D. in psychology or a closely related field.
  • Proficient quantitative data analysis skills, including experience with statistical packages (SPSS).
  • Excellent interpersonal and organizational skills, with the ability to work effectively in a team environment.
  • Experience in publishing research and a demonstrated commitment to fostering a diverse faculty, staff, and student environment.
Preferred Qualifications:
  • Publication history in the field of violence/aggression.
  • Demonstrated success of independent research and experience conducting clinical interviews and neurocognitive assessments.
  • Experience conducting or sound knowledge of trauma-informed interventions.
  • Interest in forensic/clinical psychology and intervention research.
Additional Information:

This is a restricted position with no set end date, and continued employment is dependent upon project need, availability of funding, and performance. The School of Medicine at Virginia Commonwealth University is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment that reflects the communities we serve.



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