Postdoctoral Research Associate in collaboration with UK and Hong Kong researchers (Fixed Term)

We are pleased to offer a 10-month post-doctoral research associate position to work on the final stages of an ambitious three-site cross-cultural study of children's school readiness safely. 

This post will be based at the University of Cambridge Psychology Department and run from as soon as possible after the interview to July 31st 2025.

Given the complex nature of the data from this study, you must have a strong track record in applying sophisticated statistical analyses (e.g., structural equation modelling, testing for measurement invariance), and in drawing culturally appropriate interpretations of the results. 

More than half of the raw data involves videos or transcripts from Chinese speaking families and so you must also be fluent in Mandarin and/or Cantonese (as well as having excellent spoken and written English).

Ideally, you will also have a good understanding of the empirical literature surrounding the cognitive underpinnings of children's school readiness (e.g., executive functions, mind-reading skills) and of family influences on children's school success.

Duties associated with this post will be varied, ranging from statistical analysis and preparation of academic articles to assisting a team member in Hong Kong in co-ordinating knowledge-exchange activities and resources (e.g., helping to translate a book for teachers, to produce briefing reports for policymakers, and to make short educational videos for parents.

Fixed-term: The funds for this post are available until 31 July 2025 in the first instance.

Once an offer of employment has been accepted, the successful candidate will be required to undergo a basic disclosure (criminal records check) check.

To apply online for this vacancy and to view further information about the role, please click on the Apply button above.

For informal inquiries, please contact Professor Claire Hughes at ch288@cam.ac.uk.

Closing Date:  Wednesday 21st August 2024 at 12 Midnight

Interviews: Wednesday 4th September 2024

Please quote reference XJ42598 on your application and in any correspondence about this vacancy.

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