Associate Research Fellow
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Job Description
- Based at our Melbourne Burwood Campus hybrid work arrangements
- Fulltime and fixedterm for 12 months with the possibility of extension up to 3 years.
- Level A $80065 $Superannuation (pro rata part time)
Who are we
Deakins School of Psychology is one of the largest in Victoria home to leading research centres and expert academics who are recognised for their contributions to the field. Our strong industry partnerships and global academic collaborations provide unique opportunities for researchers to engage in applied research and work with external organisations to translate findings into action. We offer an environment that fosters innovation with opportunities to work on cuttingedge projects across a wide range of psychology disciplines. Our school is committed to advancing psychological knowledge and offers a dynamic research culture providing valuable career and networking opportunities for researchers at all stages of their careers.
About the position:
The Associate Research Fellow will be responsible for pooling and analysing datasets as part of an international collaboration (ENIGMA consortium Puberty Working Group) that explores how hormonal and physical changes during puberty are linked to the structural and functional maturation of the adolescent brain. This project will also examine how these biological changes impact cognition and mental health during adolescence. The Associate Research Fellow will play a central role in synthesising neuroimaging (MRI) data collected by researchers worldwide to address these research questions. The incumbent will also develop expertise in analysing multiple neuroimaging modalities and longitudinal methodologies.
Under the supervision of Dr. Nandita Vijayakumar and Associate Professor Tim Silk in the Brain and Cognitive Development Lab at the School of Psychology Deakin University this position offers an excellent opportunity for emerging career researchers. It provides support for developing research leadership as well as guidance in pursuing independent funding if desired.
Reporting to the Lead Researcher the Associate Research Fellow will be responsible for:
- Organising and preprocessing (e.g. quality control) multimodal neuroimaging data using fMRI DTI structural MRI and other modalities.
- Undertaking advanced statistical analyses.
- Developing relevant project documents to support collaborations (such as data transfer arrangements).
- Coordinating data contributions and developing effective working relationships with international research groups.
- Setting up and managing complex data storage requirements.
- Working closely with an interdisciplinary team collaborators and consortia.
- Publishing research findings in journals and presenting at international conferences. Opportunity for firstauthor manuscripts will be encouraged.
- Mentoring junior researchers graduate students and interns.
- Conducting other tasks to complete the goals of the funded research (including ethics applications).
To be successful youll have:
- PhD in Cognitive Neuroscience Psychology Neuroimaging Bioinformatics or a related field.
- An interest in and knowledge of neuroimaging and adolescent brain development.
- Experience with any of the following is highly desirable: Proficiency in neuroimaging tools (e.g. FSL SPM Freesurfer Mrtrix) and some familiarity with programming languages (e.g. R scripting Python MATLAB).
- Demonstrated record of superb scientific writing skills and a strong publication record in relevant domains.
- Ability to work independently and in a collaborative manner with a diverse group of scientists.
Heres how to apply:
Please submit your updated resume a brief cover letter and responses to the Key Selection Criteria by clicking the Apply button.
For a confidential discussion regarding this role please contact Tim Silk (Professor) via
For a copy of the position description please see below:
Applications for this position close on 18th March 2025 at 11:55 pm.
Are You Ready
Deakin is a Victorian university with a global impact. We are an agile dynamic and innovative university committed to making a positive impact through our excellence in education research and innovation and the contributions we make to the wider community.
We understand that our reputation has been built on the dedication and expertise of our staff and we offer a dynamic and diverse working environment with opportunities to grow and develop careers. We believe that a progressive thriving culture will ensure that people choose to come and stay at Deakin and contribute to our ongoing success.
We value diversity and aim to build an inclusive environment that champions embraces and respects differences. We support and encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people and people of all abilities cultures sexual orientation and genders.
Required Experience:
IC
Employment Type
Full-Time
