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A Brief Overview
Will, under the direction/guidance of a mentor (principal investigator), assume responsibility for a specific, on-going research project. The postdoc experience will serve to extend, refine and enhance skills necessary for professional and career development, and will enable the individual to broaden his/her scientific background by acquiring new research capabilities. It is expected that this individual will conduct independent scholarly research, and will contribute directly to the overall research goals of the project and the research group. Postdocs will be expected to participate in project planning, recording and interpretation/evaluation of data, and communication of results. Postdocs will also be expected to acquire technical, lab management, and manuscript/grant writing skills; and participate in seminars, lectures, poster sessions and presentations at national meetings. Postdoctoral fellows also may be required to supervise junior lab members, develop new methods and protocols for research, and assist with the development of other research projects in the lab.

The Behavioral Oncology Program of the Center for Childhood Cancer Research at the Children's Hospital of Philadelphia has an opening for a research focused psychology postdoctoral fellow beginning in Summer of 2024. The goal is to prepare fellows for careers as scientist-practitioners in pediatric psychology/childhood cancer focused work. The Children's Hospital of Philadelphia has consistently been ranked one of the top hospitals on U.S. News & World Report's Honor Roll of the nation's Best Children's Hospitals. It was the first hospital in the US devoted exclusively to the care of children.

The fellow in this position will primarily be involved in the research studies of Dr. Lisa Schwartz with opportunities for collaboration with other Behavioral Oncology research faculty and scientists, including Drs. Barakat, Hocking, and King-Dowling. Additionally, the fellow will have the opportunity to develop their own research portfolio. Our lab is focused on self-management in pediatric oncology. Multiple NIH and foundation grants support the lab. Studies include longitudinal tracking of AYA cancer survivors, intervention to re-engage survivors lost to follow-up, tracking physical activity and related ecological momentary assessment, interventions to support families with cancer predisposition, and intervention related to AYA decision making. Many studies have digital health component. Much of the research is informed by the SMART (Social-ecological Model of AYA Readiness to Transition). Lab includes multiple coordinators, a current post-doc, and research scientist (with background in pediatric exercise science). Expectation is to contribute to existing studies, providing leadership, co-management, and support with analysis and dissemination. Additionally, there is an expectation to apply for own funding opportunities (e.g., post doc grants from NIH, American Cancer Society, internal grants, Society of Pediatric Psychology). Should the fellow secure a postdoc grant, the fellowship could be extended beyond 2 years. Clinical training is available up to 20% time for those applying with clinical degrees.

For more information, please email Dr. Lisa Schwartz (schwartzl@chop.edu).

Benefits: Fellows are eligible for benefits package through the Children's Hospital of Philadelphia and receive a salary commensurate of $65,000 in year 1, $1,000 stipend for professional development/conference travel, paid time off, and eight announced holidays

What you will do

• Conduct independent scholarly research and develop new methods and protocols
• Participate in project planning, recording and evaluation of data
• Acquire technical, lab management and grant writing skills
• Participate in seminars, lectures, poster sessions and presentation at national meetings
• Supervise junior lab members
• Assist with other research projects

Education Qualifications

• Doctorate Required

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