Postdoctoral Research Associate - Lee

Postdoctoral Research Associate – Lee

Position Summary:

Postdoctoral Research Associate will support a diverse portfolio of federally and globally funded research projects focused on behavioral health, health equity, digital health interventions, community-engaged research, and nonprofit and social service systems. The Associate will work under the supervision of Dr. Hee Yun Lee, Thomas P. Holland Distinguished Professor, Associate Dean for Research, and Director of the Institute of Nonprofit Organizations (INPO), contributing to research, grant development, program implementation, data analysis, scholarly dissemination, and administrative activities supporting the INPO and the School of Social Work’s Office of Research.

• Manage and coordinate federally and globally funded research projects.
• Assist with study design, protocol implementation, participant recruitment, data collection, data analysis, and project monitoring.
• Coordinate communication among investigators, community partners, and project stakeholders.
• Ensure compliance with IRB, sponsor, and university requirements.

Percentage of time: 20%

• Prepare, submit, and revise manuscripts for peer‑reviewed journals.
• Assist with the development and submission of grant proposals and progress reports.
• Conduct literature reviews and environmental scans to support ongoing research initiatives.
• Contribute to dissemination activities targeting academic, community, and policy audiences, and prepare and submit conference abstracts for presentations.

Percentage of time: 20%

• Collect, organize, manage, and analyze quantitative and qualitative data.
• Utilize statistical and qualitative software programs to support research activities.
• Prepare data reports, tables, figures, and summaries for manuscripts, presentations, and grant applications.
• Support evaluation and outcomes assessment activities across multiple projects.

Percentage of time: 20%

• Support international research and educational collaborations with university partners in South Korea and other countries.
• Assist with planning and coordination of global exchange programs, visiting scholars, and collaborative research initiatives.
• Contribute to the development of international grant proposals and research partnerships.

Percentage of time: 20%

• Support administrative activities associated with the Institute for Nonprofit Organizations (INPO).
• Support research development activities through the School of Social Work Office of Research.
• Assist with research coordination, reporting, stakeholder engagement, and project documentation.

Percentage of time: 20%

Title:

Postdoctoral Research Associate
FLSA:
Exempt
Work Class: AD
FTE: 1.00
Posting Number: G/R33700P
Anticipated

Start Date:

08/01/2026
Closing Date: 07/06/2026

Location:

Athens, GA

The University of Georgia is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, color, disability, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex, veteran status, or other protected status. Persons needing accommodations or assistance with the accessibility of materials related to this search are encouraged to contact Central HR at hrweb
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Offers of employment are contingent upon completion of a background investigation, including a criminal background check, verification of credentials and employment history, and if applicable, a satisfactory credit check. A pre‑employment drug test may be required for positions with high‑risk responsibilities. Please visit the UGA Background Check website for details.

Recruitment Contact:
Dr. Hee Yun Lee
Email:
heeyunlee

Required Documents:

• Resume/CV
• Cover Letter
• List of References with Contact Information