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Postdoctoral Scholar Research Associate University of Southern California in United States

Degree Level

Postdoc

Field of study

Psychology

Funding

Annual rate: $72,413/year.

Deadline

Nov 16, 2026

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United States

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University of Southern California

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Psychology
Dentistry
Health Services Research
Medical Science
Pediatric Dentistry
Occupational Therapy
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About this position

The University of Southern California’s Chan Division of Occupational Science and Occupational Therapy is recruiting a postdoctoral scholar to join the Environmental Adaptations for Better Healthcare Experiences (ENABLE) Lab. The role sits within a multidisciplinary research setting at USC’s Health Sciences Campus and Children’s Hospital Los Angeles, and centers on research that aims to improve healthcare experiences for children.

The appointed scholar will contribute to an NIDCR-funded clinical trial evaluating sensory-adapted dental environments for children with and without dental fear and anxiety. The work is hands-on and participant-facing, with responsibilities spanning recruitment, screening, consenting and assenting participants, behavioral and physiological data collection, data preparation and analysis, and the maintenance of accurate study records.

The position also includes scientific writing and dissemination activities, including manuscripts, abstracts, presentations, and technical reports. In addition to the primary clinical trial, the scholar may contribute to related ENABLE Lab projects and work closely with investigators, research staff, students, and clinical partners to support study implementation and project timelines.

This is a fully on-site, fixed-term research appointment in a lab environment that emphasizes collaboration, professional growth, and translational research in pediatric healthcare.

Funding details

Annual rate: $72,413/year.

What's required

Ph.D. or equivalent doctorate completed within the previous five years. Experience contributing to human-participant, clinical, behavioral, or health-related research is required. Experience with participant recruitment, assessment, and data collection is preferred, and experience working with children and families is helpful. Knowledge of quantitative and/or qualitative research methods and statistical analysis is required. Experience using statistical, data-management, or qualitative-analysis software is required. Experience collecting physiological or behavioral data and using related research equipment is helpful. Strong written and oral communication skills, including scientific writing, are required, as are strong organization, planning, problem-solving, and project-management skills. Ability to collaborate effectively in a multidisciplinary team while also carrying out responsibilities independently when appropriate is required.

How to apply

Apply through the USC Workday posting using the provided application link. Follow the instructions in the portal and submit the required application materials there.

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