Postdoctoral Fellowship - University of South Carolina
/Early Social Development Lab at UofSC
Clinical Postdoctoral Fellowship
The Early Social Development and Intervention (ESDI) Lab at the University of South Carolina is seeking a clinical postdoctoral fellow with a doctorate in Psychology, Speech-Language Pathology, or related field. The postdoc will join our vibrant team of clinicians, students, and scientists engaged in NIH-funded research on infant development and early detection of autism spectrum disorder. Our longitudinal research focuses on quantifying the emergence of, and interrelations between, social behavior, visual attention, and motor skills in neonates, infants, and toddlers at elevated likelihood of ASD and other neurodevelopmental disorders.
The candidate will complete clinical assessments with typical and clinical populations (preterm infants, infant siblings of children with autism), lead autism diagnostic evaluations, provide feedback to families, and contribute to training clinical psychology doctoral students, clinicians, and research staff. Additional clinical opportunities are available as they align with the candidate’s skills and interests. As a member of the ESDI Lab, the candidate will work closely with the Principal Investigator and research staff and have the opportunity to participate in additional research activities if desired. Work hours are flexible and both part-time and full-time schedules will be considered. Learn more about our research at https://www.esdlabsc.com/
Requirements
Applicants should have a PhD in psychology or related field and clinical or applied research experience with infants, toddlers, or children, including autism spectrum disorder, by the start date of the position. Achievement of research reliability in the Autism Diagnostic Observation Schedule (ADOS) is highly desired. Candidates with experience in the any of following measures will highly competitive: Bayley Scales of Infant and Toddler Development, NICU Network Neurobehavioral Scale (NNNS), Mullen Scales of Early Learning, Autism Diagnostic Observation Schedule (ADOS), Preschool Language Scale (PLS), Communication and Symbolic Behavior Scales (CSBS).
Qualifications
• PhD in Psychology or related field by the start date of the position
• Two years of clinical experience with young children in clinical or research settings by the start date of the position (including experience gained during graduate school, internship, etc.)
• Training and experience in infant developmental assessment measures (language, cognitive, motor)
• Interest in developmental science and neurodevelopmental disorders
• Excellent interpersonal communication skills
Additional Preferred Skills
• Excellent computational, statistical, and technical skills
• Knowledge of the needs and developmental challenges for infants born preterm and/or at an elevated likelihood for autism
To apply, please send a CV and Cover Letter to jbradshaw@sc.edu