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<p class=MsoNormal><i><font size=3 color=black face="Times New Roman"><span
style='font-size:12.0pt;font-style:italic'>Postdoctoral fellowship at
Northwestern--please post/distribute<br>
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<p class=MsoNormal align=center style='text-align:center'><b><font size=3
color=black face="Times New Roman"><span style='font-size:12.0pt;font-weight:
bold'>NIDA-Funded Postdoctoral Fellowship: <br>
Prenatal Exposure and Emergence of Developmental Psychopathology <br>
Department of Medical Social Sciences, Northwestern University in <st1:City
w:st="on"><st1:place w:st="on">Chicago</st1:place></st1:City></span></font></b><o:p></o:p></p>
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style='font-size:12.0pt'> <br>
We are recruiting for a two year postdoctoral research position beginning in
summer, 2011 (start date flexible). The position is supported by the
NIDA-funded “Developmental Substrates” Study, which is jointly
directed by Lauren Wakschlag, PhD a developmental/clinical scientist at <st1:PlaceName
w:st="on">Northwestern</st1:PlaceName> <st1:PlaceType w:st="on">University</st1:PlaceType>
and Kimberly Espy, PhD, a developmental cognitive neuroscientist at the <st1:place
w:st="on"><st1:PlaceType w:st="on">University</st1:PlaceType> of <st1:PlaceName
w:st="on">Nebraska-Lincoln</st1:PlaceName></st1:place>. This translational
study is focused on modeling pathways from prenatal tobacco exposure to
cigarette smoke to emergent disruptive behavior. A centerpiece of the
study is its strong emphasis on state-of-the-art measurement including
integration of biologic and self-reported smoking data and a suite of direct
assessments of behavior and neurocognitive functioning developed for preschool
age children by the PI team. Primary aims include developmentally-sensitive
characterization of phenotype and information-processing patterns, examining
the complex interface of genetic susceptibility and exposure (combining
molecular and behavior genetic approaches) and testing the role of parenting in
these pathways. The individual will join the translational investigative team,
which, in addition to the PIs, includes molecular, statistical, and behavior
geneticists, methodologists, clinical neuroscientists and a multidisciplinary
group of postdoctoral fellows. <br>
<br>
We are seeking an individual with training in developmental science and strong
quantitative skills, focused on measuring and modeling developmental pathways.
Primary responsibilities will be data analysis and manuscript preparation,
including both first- authored and collaborative papers. The position will
provide excellent experience and exposure to management of large scale,
longitudinal investigations and advanced methods of data analysis. Dr.
Wakschlag will serve as primary mentor with ample opportunities for interaction
and collaboration with Dr. Espy and the broader investigative team. <br>
<br>
This two-year position is intended for individuals pursuing a research career.
Candidates should have demonstrated research experience/training in early
childhood and/or developmental psychopathology and excellent quantitative
skills. Completion of the doctorate prior to the start of the position is
required. Competitive salary and benefits. <br>
<br>
The fellowship will be based in the Department of Medical Social Sciences (MSS)
at <st1:PlaceName w:st="on">Northwestern</st1:PlaceName> <st1:PlaceType w:st="on">University</st1:PlaceType>
in <st1:City w:st="on"><st1:place w:st="on">Chicago</st1:place></st1:City>. MSS
provides a unique home for applied researchers who integrate biomedical and
social science approaches to improvement of health (for details see <a
href="http://www.mss.northwestern.edu" moz-do-not-send=true>www.mss.northwestern.edu</a>).
Its defining features are an emphasis on interdisciplinary research and a strongly
collaborative orientation. MSS provides rich resources for conducting research,
including a broad scientific portfolio with multiple, well-characterized
cohorts across the lifespan, psychometric/biostatistical and health informatics
cores, expertise in multi-level assessment methods and collaborative
relationships across Northwestern’s biomedical and social sciences
campuses. <br>
<br>
<b><span style='font-weight:bold'>To apply</span></b>; email materials
(including a vita, three letters of recommendation, and a statement of research
interests and career goals) to Dr. Wakschlag c/o Rebekah Abel (<a
href="mailto:r-abel@northwestern.edu">r-abel@northwestern.edu</a>). Applicants
will be considered until the position is filled. Northwestern is an Equal
Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. <br>
<br>
<br>
Lauren S. Wakschlag, Ph.D.<br>
Professor<br>
Vice Chair for Scientific & Faculty Development <br>
Department of Medical Social Sciences<br>
Northwestern <st1:place w:st="on"><st1:PlaceType w:st="on">University</st1:PlaceType>
<st1:PlaceName w:st="on">Feinberg</st1:PlaceName> <st1:PlaceType w:st="on">School</st1:PlaceType></st1:place>
of Medicine<o:p></o:p></span></font></p>
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