Postdoctoral Research Associate
$50,000–$100,000 year
On-site · College Station, Texas, United States
Job Summary
The Postdoctoral Research Associate will advance the Research on Outcomes, Opportunities, Treatments and Success (ROOTS) by conducting research, providing quantitative and analytical support, and securing external funding, primarily in clinical pediatric research. Responsibilities include leading research projects, preparing IRB applications, managing data analyses, and guiding students. Ideal candidates will possess a Ph.D. or equivalent in a relevant field and demonstrate advanced statistical and programming skills. Strong publication history and grant writing experience are essential.
Required Qualifications
- Ph.D., Sc.D., or equivalent doctoral degree in Epidemiology, Biostatistics, Health Services Research, Public Health, Psychology, or a closely related quantitative field
Desired Qualifications
- Demonstrated proficiency in Spanish (Speaking, Reading, and Writing)
- Demonstrated expertise and a strong publication record utilizing advanced statistical modeling and missing data techniques
- Strong foundational knowledge of pediatric health and clinical research methodologies
- Proven track record as a self-starting thinker with the ability to conceive, plan, and drive projects to completion with minimal direct oversight
- Prior experience holding or submitting a pre-doctoral or postdoctoral fellowship
- Demonstrated record of successful peer-reviewed publications, including first-author papers, in high impact journals
- Direct experience with grant writing, particularly K-series applications, or equivalent mechanisms
- Proficiency in statistical programming languages (e.g., R, Python, Stata, SAS)
- Direct experience leading successful Institutional Review Board (IRB) submissions at a major academic institution
- Experience utilizing data visualization software (e.g., Tableau, Power BI, R Shiny) to design and implement interactive dashboards for effective reporting of research findings and project metrics
Additional Requirements
- All positions are security-sensitive. Applicants are subject to a criminal history investigation.
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