Postdoctoral Research Associate I or II

Postdoctoral Research Associate I or II

The Health Equity Research Center is seeking a talented Postdoctoral Research Associate I or II to join their team. The successful candidate will conduct innovative research examining health outcomes, and disparities across under-resourced populations, with a focus on the role of artificial intelligence in advancing health equity.

Outstanding U of A benefits include health, dental, vision, and life insurance; paid vacation, sick leave, and holidays; U of A/ASU/NAU tuition reduction for the employee and qualified family members; access to U of A recreation and cultural activities; and more!

Duties & Responsibilities:

• Design and execute research projects investigating epidemiology, chronic disease prevention, and outcomes related to variation in the burden of disease in population subgroups.
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams of clinicians, statisticians, and public health researchers.
• Mentor graduate students and research assistants.
• Author manuscripts for peer-reviewed publications and present findings at scientific conferences.
• Contribute to grant writing and funding applications.
• Lead grant submissions, such as supplements, pilot awards, and career development awards.
• Participate in regular training and professional development opportunities.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Knowledge of statistical software (R, SAS, or STATA).
• Skilled in scientific writing and communication.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Ability to meet deadlines and manage multiple projects.
• Data analysis, organization, communication, and problem-solving skills.

Minimum Qualifications:

• MD or PhD in Public Health, Epidemiology, Biostatistics, Health Promotion, or related field.
• Research experience and background in epidemiological methods, statistical analysis.
• Must have first authored peer-reviewed original publications.
• Prior experience in conducting data analysis.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Track record of peer-reviewed publications.
• Experience with large datasets management and analysis.

FLSA:
Exempt

Full Time/Part Time:
Full Time

Number of Hours Worked per Week: 40

Job FTE: 1.0

Work Calendar:
Fiscal

Job Category:
Research

Benefits Eligible:
Yes - Full Benefits

Rate of Pay: NIH salary guidelines, Depends on Experience

Compensation Type: salary at 1.0 full-time equivalency (FTE)

Type of criminal background check required:
Name-based criminal background check (non-security sensitive)

Number of Vacancies: 1

Contact Information for Candidates:
Gloria Coronado | gdcoronado