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Harvard University Postdoctoral Fellow in Clinical Psychology, Suicide Research in Cambridge, Massachusetts
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Title Postdoctoral Fellow in Clinical Psychology, Suicide Research
School Faculty of Arts and Sciences
Department/Area Psychology
Position Description
Professor Matthew Nock and the Nock Lab (https://nocklab.fas.harvard.edu/) in the Department of Psychology at Harvard University invites applications for a Postdoctoral Fellow position in Clinical Psychology. The Postdoctoral Fellow will be involved in several different qualitative studies focused on understanding why people try to kill themselves, why they do (or do not) seek treatment, and clinician perceptions of suicide risk and how it is best treated. These studies include a focus on college students, people seeking hospital-based treatment, and clinicians who work with those at risk for suicide.
Responsibilities:
Conduct research in clinical psychology.
Publish and present research findings in high-quality scientific journals and conferences.
Collaborate with faculty, researchers, and students on interdisciplinary research projects.
Contribute to the preparation of research proposals.
Participate in teaching and mentoring activities for undergraduate and graduate students.
This is a one-year term position with possibility of renewal dependent upon job performance and continued availability of funding.
The Department of Psychology sits within the Division of Social Science, which is strongly committed to creating and supporting a diverse workforce. Respect and fairness, kindness and collegiality, and trust and transparency are among the values we espouse and promote in our workplace culture. We work hard to ensure a healthy, inclusive, and positive environment where everyone does their best work in support of Harvard’s mission. Learn more about our commitment to diversity, inclusion, and belonging in our departmental diversity statement (https://psychology.fas.harvard.edu/DIB-call-to-action) .
Basic Qualifications
Ph.D. in Psychology, Sociology, Anthropology, or a related field.
Additional Qualifications
Demonstrated record of research achievement and experience in the collection and analysis of qualitative data.
Strong written and oral communication skills.
Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
Experience focused on suicide/mental health and on using natural language processing methods preferred.
Special Instructions
Interested candidates should submit a cover letter, CV, a brief research proposal, and two to three references’ names and contact information through the ARIeS Portal. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis until the position is filled.
For more information, please visit the Nock Lab (https://nocklab.fas.harvard.edu/) and Department of Psychology (https://psychology.fas.harvard.edu/) websites, or contact the department directly.
Please note: This position is contingent upon funding and satisfactory performance.
Contact Information
Dr. Amy Ahn, Associate Research Director, Nock Lab, Department of Psychology, Harvard University
Contact Email yahn@fas.harvard.edu
Equal Opportunity Employer
Harvard is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion, creed, national origin, ancestry, age, protected veteran status, disability, genetic information, military service, pregnancy and pregnancy-related conditions, or other protected status.
The health of our community is a priority for Harvard University. With that in mind, we strongly encourage all employees to be up-to-date on CDC -recommended vaccines.
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