Postdoctoral Research Associate

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Lyda Hill Institute for Human Resilience

The University of Colorado Colorado Springs (UCCS) is a premier educational institution th at prides itself on academic excellence, research, and community engagement and is actively seeking a Research Associate (postdoctoral) to joi n ourteam! UCCS is committed to academic excellence, professional development, and fostering an environment that supports innovation and student success. At the base of the Rocky Mountains, Colorado Springs is captivated by itsstunning landscapes, making it a paradise for nature lovers.

Thiscity is more than its scenery—a mosaic of history, arts, and avibrant tech scene. We invite you to join a community that cherishes outdoor adventure as much as forward-thinking growth, an exceptional setting for both career and lifestyle.

$57,000 - $ 63,000 annually .Compensation will be commensurate upon experience and qualifications. This position is Non-Exempt/Exempt from the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) overtime provisions.

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The Lyda Hill Institute for Human Resilience at the University of Colorado Colorado Springs is seeking qualified applicants for apost-doctoral position in trauma psychology research. The fellowwill work Dr. Charles Benight on an NSF-funded project conducting research-related activities, which include day-to-day research operations, data management and analysis, supervision of graduate and undergraduate research assistants as appropriate, and the preparation of manuscripts and grants. The project centers around using multi-source data collection to understand and predict recovery and coping dynamics following acutetraumatic injury.

This is a two-year fellowship opportunity withthe potential to extend depending on available funding. The fellowmay submit their own grants during their appointment and has the opportunity to accumulate post-doctoral clinical and research hoursthat count toward Colorado licensur e.

• Research design, coordination of data analyses, data management, and writing up study results and disseminating research in appropriate venues.
• Provide research supervision, mentorship, and direction for undergraduate and graduate students involved in the Institute.
• Assisting Institute researchers with manuscript and grant writing.
• Recruitment of research participants from a hospital setting.

This position is dependent on the availability of external grant funding. Funding is currently expected to last one year.

• Priority will be given to applications submitted by:
  May4, 2026
• Potential interview dates:
  May 11, 2026 -
  May 22, 2026 .
• Potential start date:
  September 1, 2026.

CU is an Equal Opportunity Employer and complies with all applicable federal, state, and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment. We are committed to creating aworkplace where all individuals are treated with respect and dignity, and we encourage individuals from all backgrounds toapply, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities. In accordance with the Equal Pay for Equal Work Act, UCCS does not discriminate based on sex in our employment or compensation practices.

• A Ph.D. in Social/Health/Developmental/Clinical/Counseling Psychology or related field is required.
• Must have experience designing and conducting research and writing reports/articles (as described in your application materials).
• Grant writing experience is preferred.
• Social cognitive research focus is preferred.
• Trauma psychology focus is preferred.
• Experience with advanced statistical modeling (linear and/ornon-linear) is preferred.
• Experience working in a medical environment is preferred.

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