| "Knowledge becomes health" - we are filling this motto with life every day, developing new ideas and improv-ing old-established knowledge. The University Hospital Frankfurt has existed since 1914. Our around 7,500 employees contribute with their skills and knowledge to the 33 specialist clinics, theoretical clinical institutes, and administrative departments. The close connection of health care with research and teaching, as well as a climate of collegiality, internationality, and cross-professional cooperation characterize the university hospital. Research Associate (PhD. Cand.) - Clinical Psychology and Informatics (We are targeting applicants of all genders) Part time with 30 hours per week | limited to 3 years | Announcement number: 371-2024 We seek your support in establishing the LOEWE Center DYNAMIC at the Clinic for Child and Adolescent Psychiatry, Psychosomatics, and Psychotherapy . The LOEWE Center DYNAMIC (Dynamic Network Approach of Mental Health to Stimulate Innovations for Change) aims to achieve a new understanding of mental disorders and their treatment through the use of dynamic network models. In our subproject, we intend to analyze existing therapy videos using computer vision and machine learning to derive objective parameters for social interactions. Additionally, we will collect a new sample of young children whose development will be longitudinally monitored. This interdisciplinary subproject operates at the intersection of psychology and informatics, fostering close collaboration among the participating DYNAMIC centers, particularly the Universities of Marburg, Gießen, and the Leibniz Institute for Research and Information in Education (DIPF). The doctoral position will be jointly supervised by Prof. Dr. Christine M. Freitag (Director of the Clinic) and Dr. Nico Bast (Head of Clinical Research) For an insight into the University Hospital Frankfurt, click here . Your role Scientific activity with the aim of a publication-based dissertation Programming-based processing and preprocessing of video data Advancement of an analysis pipeline using OpenCV and machine learning Recruitment and supervision of study participants Publication of results in scientific journals Presentation and discussion of the project and research findings at conferences both domestically and internationally Coordination and networking with other LOEWE centers Supervision of interns and research assistants Organizational tasks within the project Who you are You have successfully completed a university degree (Master of Science) in Psychology, Computer Science, or a related field. You possess in-depth knowledge in Developmental Psychology and Clinical Psychology. You have skills in programming-based data processing (using R and/or Python). Knowledge of Psychological Assessment is desirable. You have already gained experience in scientific work during your studies. Additionally, you enjoy working with children and adolescents. Your motivation and curiosity drive you to advance clinical research. Due to legal regulations, valid proof of measles immunity / measles vaccination is required. What we offer Work Environment: Collaboration within an international, interdisciplinary, and esteemed research team. Collective agreement: In addition to an attractive salary (75% TV-H EG 13) based on a collective agreement with an annual special payment, you benefit from long-term security through company pension schemes Mobility: Free public transport in all Hessen (Free State Ticket Hessen) Campus: Our attractive university hospital campus offers a modern cafeteria, various cafes, and opportunities to rest in numerous green spaces. A walk on the riverside of the Main offers relaxation during breaks Work-Life-Balance: Part-time employment is possible, we offer childcare in our daycare center (if you have any questions, please contact Familienservice@ukffm.de ), child care during holidays Health Promotion: Benefit from our attractive health offers. We offer regular online and face-to-face courses on nutrition, relaxation, sports and exercise. Professional development: Internal and external training for your professional development Any questions? Many answers can be found in our FAQs for new employees. If you have any further questions, please do not hesitate to contact us. Disabled applicants are preferred if they have the same personal and professional qualifications. Join our team Use the time until June 4, 2024 to apply. Please submit your online application including a possible starting date and the announcement number. For further information regarding the position and project, please contact Nico Bast (E-Mail: nbast@uni-frankfurt.de ). Apply now Universitätsklinikum Frankfurt | Recruiting Team | Theodor-Stern-Kai 7 | 60590 Frankfurt am Main | Bitte reichen Sie Ihre Bewerbung ausschließlich über den Button »Online bewerben« ein. Rückfragen können Sie gerne an bewerbung@ukffm.de richten. Bitte beachten Sie, dass keine Unterlagen zurückgeschickt werden. | Folgen Sie uns auf Instagram ( @ukf_karriere ); XING , LinkedIn . |
