Autism Research Postdoc: NIH Projects, Mentoring, Hybrid

Drexel University; Pennsylvania; Hybrid; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Drexel University’s A.J. Drexel Autism Institute is recruiting a postdoctoral fellow to lead NIH-funded autism research across multiple grants.

The role focuses on measuring communication in autistic adults and developing a tiered diagnostic approach for toddlers, with mentorship and collaboration across disciplines. The position is grant-funded and emphasizes independence to pursue research, service, teaching, and outreach, with expectations for strong scholarly communication and meticulous

Qualifications

• PhD in psychology or social work.
• 5–8 years of research experience.
• Research experience in autism and developmental disorders.
• Strong experimental, analytical, and communication skills.
• Excellent organizational skills and documentation.
• Ability to work independently and with teams.
• Experience with community-engaged research.
• Experience with autism intervention and social network research.

Responsibilities

• Lead and coordinate NIH-funded research activities.
• Mentor graduate and undergraduate students in experimental design, lab techniques, data analysis, and scientific communication.
• Lead and contribute to manuscripts, presentations, progress reports, and future grant applications.
• Promote rigorous experimental practices, clear documentation, and an organized laboratory environment.
• Perform or oversee autism evaluations and other clinical work required of the studies.
• Coordinate with collaborators and project personnel to maintain progress toward milestones.
• Maintain meticulous records and project SOPs, and manage communications.
• Contribute to the intellectual environment of the institute.
• Practice outstanding written and oral communication abilities.

Skills

Experimental design

Analytical skills

Scientific communication

Mentoring

Education

PhD in psychology or social work

Tools

Sharepoint

Project management

Job description

Drexel University’s A.J. Drexel Autism Institute is recruiting a postdoctoral fellow to lead NIH-funded autism research across multiple grants.

The role focuses on measuring communication in autistic adults and developing a tiered diagnostic approach for toddlers, with mentorship and collaboration across disciplines. The position is grant-funded and emphasizes independence to pursue research, service, teaching, and outreach, with expectations for strong scholarly communication and meticulous