Position Summary

This position will primarily support the implementation of a newly funded National Institute of Mental Health R01 grant focused on optimizing a digital chatbot intervention for eating disorders. Additional responsibilities include contributing to other ongoing clinical research on evidence-based digital treatments for eating disorders, providing mentorship to junior team members and staff, and providing support in applying for additional research grants. There is also opportunity to conduct analyses of already-collected data.

This position has availability for onsite or remote work.

Job Description

Primary Duties & Responsibilities:

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Trains under the supervision of a faculty mentor including (but not limited to):

• Collaborating with the PI to oversee all aspects of the 5-year research grant.
• Collaborating with PI, Co-Is, and Wysa (tech partner) on chatbot program’s suitability for a clinical sample and overseeing engagement with the intervention.
• Overseeing development and deployment of participant recruitment strategy, as well as overseeing participant onboarding and progress through the study.
• Conducting data analyses and write-ups for the study alongside the Data Coordinating Center.
• Mentorship of junior team members, including graduate students and staff.
• Analysis and write-up of papers from already collected-data, involvement in grant proposals, and other duties as assigned.

Salary Range:

Base pay is commensurate with experience.

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all job duties performed by the personnel so classified. Management reserves the right to revise or amend duties at any time.

Required Qualifications

Education:

Ph.D., M.D. Or Equivalent Terminal Or Doctoral Degree.

Certifications:

No specific certification is required for this position.

Work Experience:

No specific work experience is required for this position.

Skills:

Not Applicable

Driver's License:

A driver's license is not required for this position.

More About This Job

Required Qualifications:

• PhD in Psychology or related field.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience in the fields of digital interventions for mental health and/or eating disorders, with publications in these areas.
• Strong organizational skills in the context of large-scale study implementation.
• Ability to work independently and in team settings, including functioning as a team leader and mentor.

Preferred Qualifications

Education:

No additional education beyond what is stated in the Required Qualifications section.

Certifications:

No additional certification beyond what is stated in the Required Qualifications section.

Work Experience:

No additional work experience beyond what is stated in the Required Qualifications section.

Skills:

Oral Communications, Statistics, Written Communication

Questions

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Accommodation

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Pre-Employment Screening

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Benefits Statement

Washington University in St. Louis is committed to providing a comprehensive and competitive benefits package to our employees. Benefits eligibility is subject to employment status, full-time equivalent (FTE) workload, and weekly standard hours. Please visit our website at https://hr.wustl.edu/benefits/ to view a summary of benefits.

EEO Statement

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Washington University is dedicated to building a community of individuals who are committed to contributing to an inclusive environment – fostering respect for all and welcoming individuals from diverse backgrounds, experiences and perspectives. Individuals with a commitment to these values are encouraged to apply.