Duke University, Psychology and Neuroscience
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Position Title:
Postdoctoral Associate
Position Location:
Durham, North Carolina 27708-0999, United States of America
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Appl Deadline:
2025/07/31 11:59PM
** (posted 2025/06/11, listed until 2025/07/31)
** (posted 2025/06/11, listed until 2025/07/31)Position Description:
Position Description
Postdoctoral Associate
SPARCL / Dr. Phia S. Salter
Duke University Department of Psychology and Neuroscience
The Salter Psychology of Anti-Racism and Culture Lab (SPARCL) invites applications for a Postdoctoral Associate position in the Department of Psychology and Neuroscience at Duke University. The ideal candidate will have demonstrated ability in writing research papers, experience with both quantitative and qualitative research methods, excellent communication/time management skills, and an interest in mentoring junior scholars. A Ph.D. in psychology or a related field is required by the start date.
Position Details:
SPARCL, directed by Dr. Phia Salter, is a new lab in the Department of Psychology and Neuroscience at Duke University. This position will be in-person (Durham, NC, USA) and is open to domestic and international applicants.
Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis starting June 12, 2025, and will remain open until filled.
This is a full-time position, eligible for all Duke benefits (https://hr.duke.edu/benefits) with an initial appointment of one year with the possibility of renewal, dependent on funding and performance. The anticipated start date is August 2025.
Job Description: The Postdoctoral Associate will work closely with Dr. Salter (PI) and be involved in all aspects of the research process. Research conducted within SPARCL will focus on the bi-directional relationships between collective memory, identity, and systemic racism. Experience and interest in working with underrepresented communities and/or conducting field research will be viewed favorably. Potential intersections with Dr. Salter’s existing research program will also be a plus.
Responsibilities include: (1) Conducting research using cultural-psychological and/or critical race theoretical perspectives in collaboration with SPARCL; (2) publishing and presenting research in scientific journals and conferences; (3) contributing to the preparation of research/grant proposals; and (4) co-mentoring junior colleagues and students.
To Apply: Please submit (1) a Cover letter that includes your contact information, why you are interested in this position, relevant experience and qualifications for the position, and your ideal start date; (2) a CV; (3) a research statement (2 single-spaced pages max); and (4) a letter of recommendation.
Applicants should upload their materials through Academic Jobs Online. Only applicants who have applied through Academic Jobs Online will be reviewed. If you are not able to upload your application materials or if letter writers would prefer to upload their letters directly, please complete your application and email those materials to Meghann Koffi at meghann.koffi@duke.edu to be uploaded manually.
Questions about the position can be emailed to phia.salter@duke.edu (please use “SPARCL Postdoc Inquiry” in the subject line).
Duke University is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer committed to providing employment opportunity without regard to an individual's age, color, disability, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, or veteran status. Duke aspires to create a community built on collaboration, innovation, creativity, and belonging. Our collective success depends on the robust exchange of ideas-an exchange that is best when the rich diversity of our perspectives, backgrounds, and experiences flourishes. To achieve this exchange, it is essential that all members of the community feel secure and welcome, that the contributions of all individuals are respected, and that all voices are heard. All members of our community have a responsibility to uphold these values.
Application Materials Required:
Submit the following items online at this website to complete your application:
- Curriculum Vitae
- Unoffical transcript
- Cover letter (1-2 pages); see job description for full list of requirements
- Reference (actual letters acceptable but not required, just names and email addresses )
And anything else requested in the position description.
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