JOB SUMMARY
Dr. Sandra M. Chafouleas is seeking candidates for a Postdoctoral Research Associate to work with her on various federally and internally funded projects in school and child health.The postdoctoral research associate will work primarily within the UConn Collaboratory on School and Child Health (CSCH). The CSCH mission is to facilitate innovative and impactful connections across research, policy, and practice arenas relevant to school and child health. CSCH serves as a central resource to University and external partners engaged in efforts that inform healthy, safe, supportive, and engaging environments for all children. See more about CSCH here.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
The Postdoctoral Research Associate will be responsible for working with Dr. Sandra Chafouleas to conduct research on various CSCH projects, most specifically related to the "Think About the Link" materials. Functioning somewhat independently, the Postdoctoral Research Associate will hold roles in data management and analyses, supervision to undergraduate and graduate team members, and preparation and dissemination of materials. In addition, roles may include project management related to Dr. Chafouleas' federally funded projects in school systems support for social, emotional, and behavioral well-being.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS- Ph.D. in clinical, community, school, or educational psychology; special education; social work; public health; or a related field by the anticipated start date of summer 2021.
- Demonstrated skills with education-focused research methodologies.
- Expertise and interest in (1) school systems implementation of policies and practices to support whole school and child well-being, and (2) research-based social, emotional, and behavioral strategies across the promotion to intervention continuum.
- Commitment to research that advances educational equity and inclusion, and reduces disparities.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS- Documented independence in use of education-focused research methodologies
- Documented independence in applied research projects involving schools
- Demonstrated experience with dissemination of research relevant to policies and/or practices that support whole school and child well-being
- Prior experience in all aspects of project management, including supervision of undergraduate and graduate research team members
- Strong oral and written communication skills
APPOINTMENT TERMS
This is a one-year end date position, which may be renewed pending funding and performance.
TO APPLY
Please apply online athttps://hr.uconn.edu/jobs, Staff Positions, Search #494906 to upload acover letter,resume/CV,supporting materials (e.g. written work samples, presentations) referencing job posting number, and contact information forthree (3) professional references.Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled.
Questions may be directed to Dr. Sandra Chafouleas (sandra.chafouleas@uconn.edu).
This job posting is scheduled to be removed at 11:55 p.m. Eastern time on March 2, 2021.
Employment of the successful candidate is contingent upon the successful completion of a pre-employment criminal background check.
All employees are subject to adherence to the State Code of Ethics, which may be found athttp://www.ct.gov/ethics/site/default.asp.
The University of Connecticut is committed to building and supporting a multicultural and diverse community of students, faculty, and staff. The diversion of students, faculty, and staff continues to increase, as does the number of honors students, valedictorians, and salutatorians who consistently make UConn their top choice. More than 100 research centers and institutes serve the University's teaching, research, diversity, and outreach missions, leading to UConn's ranking as one of the nation's top research universities. UConn's faculty and staff are the critical link to fostering and expanding our vibrant, multicultural, and diverse University community. As an Affirmative Action/Equal Employment Opportunity employer, UConn encourages applications from women, veterans, people with disabilities, and members of traditionally underrepresented populations.
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