Assistant Scientist - UF Health Precision Health Research Center

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Assistant Scientist

Job Description:

The Assistant Scientist at UF Health Precision Health Research Center will play a pivotal role in advancing research on aging in The Villages community with a focus on cognitive health, nutrition and wellness, patient-centered engagement, and the integration of artificial intelligence (AI) and technology. This role involves conducting cutting-edge research aimed at understanding the complexities of aging and developing innovative strategies to promote cognitive health and overall wellness in aging populations.

This is a full-time, single mission, non-tenure track faculty appointment in the Department of Health Outcomes and Biomedical Informatics in the College of Medicine.

Duties Include:

* Research Design and Implementation

* Designing Research Studies:
Develop detailed research protocols and experimental designs focused on aging, cognitive health, and wellness. Ensure that methodologies are scientifically rigorous and appropriate for the research questions and include detailed recruitment, analytic & results dissemination plans.

* Conducting Research:
Carry out protocols, experiments, surveys, and assessments according to the designed protocols. This includes recruiting participants, conducting assessments, staff training, and ensuring the collection of high-quality data.

* Data Management:
Support the development and maintenance of databases for research data and/or the development and integration of data collection tools. Ensure data is stored securely and is accessible for analysis.

* Data Collection and Analysis:
Oversee the collection of research data, ensuring accuracy and reliability. Use statistical and data analysis software to perform complex analyses. Appropriately apply quantitative and qualitative methods to interpret data trends, correlations, and patterns. Produce actionable insights, draw meaningful conclusions and develop recommendations based on data analysis.

* Reporting Results:
Prepare visualizations, summary reports, journal publications and presentations to communicate findings effectively. Share results with the research team and external stakeholders to advance the field.

* Conducting Literature Reviews:
Regularly review current literature related to aging, cognitive health, and wellness. Summarize and synthesize findings to inform ongoing and future research projects.

* Integrating New Knowledge:
Apply insights from recent research to refine hypotheses, adjust methodologies, and enhance the relevance of research projects. Stay informed about emerging trends and technological advancements.

* Outreach and Networking

* Community Engagement:
Participate in the development and implementation of community outreach activities to promote research and foster public understanding of aging and wellness topics.

* Professional Networking & Stakeholder Engagement:
Help organize and/or attend professional meetings, networking and stakeholder events to build relationships with research stakeholders including academic, industry, clinical, and community partners to facilitate research and translate/intergrate research into real-world settings.

* Team

Collaboration:

Work collaboratively with interdisciplinary teams, including other researchers, clinicians, and specialists. Participate in regular team meetings to discuss progress, challenges, and strategies.

* Scientific Communication:
Prepare and deliver presentations of research findings at conferences, workshops, and meetings. Contribute to writing and revising peer-reviewed publications and grant proposals.

* Provide Service to the University and Profession: participate in department, university, and professional organizations at the local and national level.

* Special Projects

* Project Assistance:
Contribute to special projects or initiatives that arise within the research center, which may include administrative or operational tasks outside of primary research responsibilities.

* Grant Writing and Funding

* Proposal Development:
Assist in drafting grant proposals, including writing sections related to research aims, methodology, and expected outcomes. Collaborate with team members to…