Postdoctoral Fellow of First-Year Experience

Society for Conservation Biology; Norman (OK); On-site; USD 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Oklahoma is seeking a Postdoctoral Fellow to engage in empirical studies and contribute to interdisciplinary courses within the First-Year Experience Unit. This role offers professional development support and benefits, with a focus on collaboration and research in social psychology.

Benefits

Health coverage

Access to OU resources

Potential for remote work

Qualifications

• Ph.D. completion required prior to start.
• Experience with experimental methodologies recommended.
• Ability to develop projects and co-author publications.

Responsibilities

• Conduct empirical studies on social influences.
• Contribute to research designs and scientific collaborations.
• Support professional development and manuscript writing.

Skills

Excellent communication skills

Self-motivated

Organized

Collaborative

Education

Ph.D. in Social Psychology or related field

Tools

Statistical knowledge

Website and social media management

Job description

Postdoctoral Fellow of First-Year Experience

Employer: The University of Oklahoma

Location: Norman, Oklahoma, US

Salary: Competitive

Closing date: May 20, 2025

Position Details

The Dodge Family College of Arts and Sciences (DFCAS) First-Year Experience (FYE) Unit at the University of Oklahoma (OU) is recruiting a Postdoctoral Fellow. The FYE Unit was launched in 2021 to foster excellence as per the "Lead On, University" Strategic Plan and is retained in the 2025 update. The unit offers four interdisciplinary courses each term for undergraduates, designed to engage faculty, staff, and students.

Postdoctoral fellows will conduct empirical studies on social influences related to self and others, contribute to various research designs, and participate in scientific collaborations. Support for professional development, manuscript writing, data analysis, and presentations will be provided. The primary mentor is Dr. Adrienne R. Carter-Sowell, a distinguished Professor of Psychology.

The position's start date is as soon as possible, no later than August 11, 2025, requiring Ph.D. completion prior to start. Benefits include health coverage, access to OU resources for up to 2 years, with potential renewal based on performance. Remote work options depend on budget and qualifications.

Qualifications

Required:

• Ph.D. in Social Psychology or related field
• Excellent communication skills
• Self-motivated, organized, and collaborative

Recommended:

• Experience with experimental, interview, focus group, or field methodologies
• Strong statistical knowledge, including multilevel modeling and big data analysis
• Ability to develop projects and co-author publications
• Skills in website, content, and social media management
• Experience coordinating research projects and supervising team members

Application Process

Apply via Interfolio: http://apply.interfolio.com/166419

Required Materials:

• Cover letter
• Curriculum vitae
• Research/training statement (max 2 pages)
• Two co-authored writing samples
• Contact info for 3 references

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