Research Director
- Employer
- UNIVERSITY OF PENNSYLVANIA
- Location
- Pennsylvania, United States
- Closing date
- 23 Jun 2019
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- Job Type
- Senior Management & Heads of Department, Directors
- Contract Type
- Fixed Term
- Hours
- Full Time
The University of Pennsylvania, the largest private employer in Philadelphia, is a world-renowned leader in education, research, and innovation. This historic, Ivy League school consistently ranks among the top 10 universities in the annual U.S. News & World Report survey. Penn has 12 highly-regarded schools that provide opportunities for undergraduate, graduate and continuing education, all influenced by Penn’s distinctive interdisciplinary approach to scholarship and learning.
Penn offers a unique working environment within the city of Philadelphia. The University is situated on a beautiful urban campus, with easy access to a range of educational, cultural, and recreational activities. With its historical significance and landmarks, lively cultural offerings, and wide variety of atmospheres, Philadelphia is the perfect place to call home for work and play.
The University offers a competitive benefits package that includes excellent healthcare and tuition benefits for employees and their families, generous retirement benefits, a wide variety of professional development opportunities, supportive work and family benefits, a wealth of health and wellness programs and resources, and much more.
Founded through the generosity and vision of publisher, diplomat, and philanthropist Walter Annenberg, the Annenberg School is devoted to furthering our understanding of the role of communication in public life through research, education, and service. https://www.asc.upenn.edu/
Supervise and carry out a set of social neuroscience and health communication research projects within the Communication Neuroscience Lab, with a focus on grant-funded projects. Responsible for high-level coordination across multiple projects and/or studies. Work in close collaboration with PIs, co-PIs, and subcontractors. Collaborate on research approaches and methodologies. Provide oversight of the work done by contractors. Supervise and provide direction to research staff. Work closely with the Grants Manager on project budget management. Ensure that grant deliverables are completed on time and within budget. Undertake sophisticated data analysis. Present study research and co-author papers.
This is a two-year term position, with the option of renewal.
Ph.D. in Neuroscience required; minimum 5 years’ experience in related research required; strong statistical and writing skills; excellent organizational skills; demonstrated ability to work with other research professionals; background in health communication, or public health with an emphasis in communication preferred. A high level of independence is required.
Penn adheres to a policy that prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, creed, national or ethnic origin, citizenship status, age, disability, veteran status, or any other legally protected class.
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