Post Doctoral Fellow/ Researcher. MN LEND Program. Minneapolis, MN.
Posted: Tuesday, March 25, 2014
Description: The University of Minnesota LEND (Leadership Education in Neurodevelopmental and Related Disabilities) Program is an interdisciplinary leadership training program spanning 12 disciplines across the University of Minnesota and is funded by the Maternal Child Health Bureau (MCHB) of the US Department of Health and Human Services. MN LEND fellows are graduate or postgraduate students, or community members selected for their outstanding skills and commitment to improving the quality of life for children with neurodevelopmental disabilities and their families.
The MN LEND post doctoral fellow will be a full time 12 month position July 1, 2014-June 30th, 2015.
Responsibilities include conducting research and/or clinical experience in the area of neurodevelopmental disabilities. The MN LEND post doctoral fellow will have the opportunity to collaborate with MN LEND faculty on research that adheres to the values, mission, and purpose of the MN LEND program. Fellows are expected to learn from and collaborate with established programs and integrate research activities within the parameters of existing activities. Fellows may also be expected to assist with grant applications and reports for existing programs and to collaborate on the pursuit of additional external funds to support ongoing and future research efforts. The MN LEND post doctoral fellow will also participate in leadership activities, publications, and presentations at local and national events.
Minimum Qualifications (Education & Experience): Successful applicants must have completed their doctoral degree from an accredited institution with appropriate experience and training related to neurodevelopmental disabilities prior to the start date for the position. The MN LEND program support the following disciplines for post doctoral fellowships: Special Education/Educational Psychology, Social Work, Occupational Therapy, Speech Language Hearing Sciences, Psychology, Public Health, Genetics, Pediatric Dentistry, Nutrition, Audiology, Pediatrics, and Nursing. If a post doctoral candidate is not from a discipline not listed above please contact the MN LEND Director to inquire about your experience and background.
About MN LEND: To read more about the MN LEND program or apply for the post doctoral fellowship visit www.lend.umn.edu
Inquiries:
Joe Reichle, Ph.D,
MN LEND Director, University of Minnesota
250 Educational Sciences Bldg.
56 E. River Road Minneapolis, MN 55455
Email: [email protected]
Applications: Applications are accepted online only and can be completed at www.lend.umn.edu beginning December 1, 2014. Applications for early admission are due by February 28th, 2014. Post doctoral fellowship applications will be accepted until April 25, 2014.
Equal Opportunity Statement: The University of Minnesota shall provide equal access to and opportunity in its programs, facilities, and employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, gender, age, marital status, disability, public assistance status, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or gender expression. Applicants from diverse communities are encouraged to apply.
