PhD Researcher in Performance Pressure and Mental Health in Childhood

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Utrecht, Utrecht, Nederland Universiteit Utrecht Voltijd
About the Job

We are seeking a highly motivated PhD researcher to join our team at the Universiteit Utrecht. The successful candidate will be responsible for conducting research on performance pressure and mental health in childhood, with a focus on the impact of high expectations on children's well-being.

The PhD project will involve collecting and analyzing data from a longitudinal study, examining the relationships between parental, teacher, and peer expectations and children's mental health outcomes. The researcher will also be responsible for developing and implementing measurement instruments, collecting data, and analyzing results using advanced statistical techniques.

Key Responsibilities
  • Design and implement a longitudinal study to examine the impact of high expectations on children's mental health
  • Collect and analyze data from a sample of children and their parents, teachers, and peers
  • Develop and implement measurement instruments to assess children's mental health outcomes
  • Analyze data using advanced statistical techniques, including multilevel analyses and structural equation modeling
  • Present research findings at international conferences and publish in top-tier journals
Requirements
  • Master's degree in Psychology, Educational Sciences, or a related field
  • Excellent command of the Dutch language
  • Experience with quantitative research methods and statistical analysis
  • Strong social, organizational, and self-regulatory skills
  • Good communication skills, both in Dutch and English
About the Department

The Department of Developmental Psychology at the Universiteit Utrecht is a leading research institution in the field of child development. Our team is committed to advancing our understanding of children's cognitive, social, and emotional development, and to applying this knowledge to improve children's lives.

What We Offer
  • A one-year PhD position, with the possibility of extension to a total of five years
  • A gross monthly salary between €2,872 and €3,670
  • 8% holiday pay and 8.3% year-end bonus
  • A pension scheme, partially paid parental leave, and flexible terms of employment

We offer a dynamic and supportive work environment, with opportunities for professional development and collaboration with a team of experienced researchers. If you are passionate about child development and performance pressure, and have the skills and qualifications to excel in this role, we encourage you to apply.



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