Postdoc: Behavioral Genetics in Psychopathology & Addiction

University of Minnesota; Saint Paul (MN); Presencial; USD 62.000 - 70.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Competitive wages

Paid holidays

Generous time off

Benefits for postdoctoral candidates

Descripción de la vacante

University of Minnesota invites applications for a Postdoctoral Associate in Psychology to investigate psychopathology and addiction using twin and adoption designs, including genome-wide association studies.

Anticipated start date is Sept 1 2026. Initial appointment will be for 12 months, with renewal contingent on performance and funding. Salary range: $62-70k, depending on qualifications and experience.

Formación

• Ph.D. completed by start date.
• Authorization to work in the United States at University of Minnesota by start date.
• Excellent written communication skills demonstrated by publications.

Responsabilidades

• Lead 70% of projects related to psychopathology and addiction, including design, data collection and analysis, and manuscript preparation.
• Discuss with mentors, plan and implement new investigation avenues including grant proposals in genetically informative research on substance use and related traits.
• Engage in department activities, seminars and training opportunities.

Conocimientos

Excellent written communication

Excellent interpersonal skills

Organizational skills

Time management

Educación

Ph.D. in behavioral genetics or statistical genetics (e.g., Psychology)

Descripción del empleo

University of Minnesota invites applications for a Postdoctoral Associate in Psychology to investigate psychopathology and addiction using twin and adoption designs, including genome-wide association studies.

Anticipated start date is Sept 1 2026. Initial appointment will be for 12 months, with renewal contingent on performance and funding. Salary range: $62-70k, depending on qualifications and experience.