Post Doctoral Fellow - School of Nursing - Sleep and Circadian Interventions
Post Doctoral Fellow - School of Nursing - Sleep and Circadian Interventions
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Discover Your Career at Emory University
Emory University is a leading research university that fosters excellence and attracts world-class talent to innovate today and prepare leaders for the future. We welcome candidates who can contribute to the excellence of our academic community.
Description
A postdoctoral position is available in Dr. Stephanie Griggs laboratory in the Nell Hodgson Woodruff School of Nursing at Emory University located in Atlanta GA USA. Our overarching goal is to examine the efficacy of sleep and circadian interventions in adults with type 1 diabetes on various outcomes (diabetes-specific cognitive neural cardiovascular). The postdoctoral fellow will have the opportunity to add on additional outcomes of interest or to work with existing data to develop proposals needed to launch a research career. The candidate will be required to submit for a career development award to continue funding beyond 1-2 years.
JOB DESCRIPTION:
- Helps design and conduct research within a specified field while receiving advanced training from a designated Principal Investigator to enhance professional skills and research independence needed for pursuit of a career.
- The specific area of research in which the trainee is mentored is determined by the department and laboratory of the Postdoc.
- Designs and evaluates experiments.
- Develops new ideas that promote current research.
- Prepares and publishes scientific manuscripts under the direction of the Principal Investigator.
- May be responsible for operation of specific equipment.
- May teach techniques to others train and supervise research staff.
- Positions are temporary appointments as a research trainee.
- The initial appointment is for one year renewal expected if progress is satisfactory and funds are available.
- Appointments cannot exceed five years.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
- PhD in Nursing or Psychology or health related field.
- Clinical experience working with chronic conditions.
- Experience working with actigraphy and continuous glucose monitors.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
- A doctoral degree or equivalent (Ph.D. M.D. ScD. D.V.M. DDS etc) in an appropriate field.
- Excellent scientific writing ability and strong oral communication skills.
- The ability to work effectively and collegially with colleagues.
- Additional qualifications as specified by the Principal Investigator.
NOTE: Position tasks are generally required to be performed in-person at an Emory University location. Remote work from home day options may be granted at department discretion. Emory reserves the right to change remote work status with notice to employee.
Additional Details
Emory is an equal opportunity employer and qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race color religion sex national origin disability protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by state or federal law. Emory University does not discriminate in admissions educational programs or employment including recruitment hiring promotions transfers discipline terminations wage and salary administration benefits and training. Students faculty and staff are assured of participation in university programs and in the use of facilities without such discrimination. Emory University complies with Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 the Vietnam Era Veterans Readjustment Assistance Act and applicable executive orders federal and state regulations regarding nondiscrimination equal opportunity and affirmative action (for protected veterans and individuals with disabilities). Inquiries regarding this policy should be directed to the Emory University Department of Equity and Civil Rights Compliance 201 Dowman Drive Administration Building Atlanta GA 30322. Telephone: (V) (TDD).
Emory University is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities upon request. To request this document in an alternate format or to request a reasonable accommodation please contact the Department of Accessibility Services at (V) (TDD). Please note that one weeks advance notice is preferred.
Employment Type
Full-Time
