Post Doctoral Fellow

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The University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences (UAMS) has a unique combination of education, research, and clinical programs that encourages and supports teamwork and diversity. We champion being a collaborative health care organization, focused on improving patient care and the lives of Arkansans.

UAMS offers amazing benefits and perks (available for benefits eligible positions only):

• Health: Medical, Dental and Vision plans available for qualifying staff and family
• Holiday, Vacation and Sick Leave
• Education discount for staff and dependents (undergraduate only)
• Retirement: Up to 10% matched contribution from UAMS
• Basic Life Insurance up to $50,000
• Career Training and Educational Opportunities
• Merchant Discounts
• Concierge prescription delivery on the main campus when using UAMS pharmacy

Below you will find the details for the position including any supplementary documentation and questions you should review before applying for the opening. To apply for the position, please click the Apply link/button.

The University of Arkansas is an equal opportunity, affirmative action institution. The University does not discriminate in its education programs or activities (including in admission and employment) on the basis of age, race, color, national origin, disability, religion, marital or parental status, protected veteran status, military service, genetic information, or sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, and gender identity). Federal law prohibits the University from discriminating on these bases. Questions or concerns about the application of Title IX, which prohibits discrimination on the basis of sex, may be sent to the University's Title IX Coordinator and to the U.S. Department of Education Office for Civil Rights.

Persons must have proof of legal authority to work in the United States on the first day of employment.

All application information is subject to public disclosure under the Arkansas Freedom of Information Act.

At UAMS we value Diversity, Equity and Inclusion.

For general application assistance or if you have questions about a job posting, please contact Human Resources at askrecruitment@uams.edu.

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Doctorate degree in behavioral health, social science; public health, psychology, or related field required.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

• 1-3 years conducting research-related activities

• Demonstrated foundational research knowledge and skills (i.e. research design, methodology, data collection and analysis, and dissemination)

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills

• A desire to work with multi-disciplinary collaborators

• Knowledge of community firearm health disparities and prevention

Preferred Qualifications:

• 3 years conducting research-related activities.

• Demonstrated commitment and interest in community firearm health disparities and prevention as a primary career focus.

• Specific interest in research addressing existing inequalities, disparities, and inequities related to firearm injury.

• Knowledge of implementation science/research.

• Knowledge and demonstrated skills for conducting mixed methods research.

• Advanced qualitative data collection and analysis techniques.

• Prior experience working with diverse and underrepresented populations.

• Demonstrated scientific writing skills (i.e. 1-3 peer-reviewed manuscripts, small grants secured, grantsmanship training).

Additional Information:

Responsibilities:

• Assist with currently funded Project Heal research projects.

• Collect and analyze both qualitative and quantitative data.

• Assist with intervention adaptations and implementation

• Operationalize CE principles and strategies for successful engagement of community participants and partners.

• Practice team science and collaborate with experts in various disciplines.

• Prepare and manage materials for regulatory IRB submissions.

• Prepare reports of findings for written and oral presentations.

• Prepare and submit manuscripts for peer-reviewed scientific publications.

• Disseminate findings in academic, practice, and community settings.

• Perform literature reviews and syntheses

• Develop new research project ideas.

• Prepare and submit grant applications.

• Assist with oversight of student staff and volunteers involved in research activities.

• Attend and coordinate mentorship regular meetings and activities.

• Develop and execute an Individual Development Plan for the training period and beyond.

• Develop and/or practice research analytical techniques and community engagement skills through directed study and mentorship.

• Acquire training and mentorship on job market skills, professionalism, communication, leadership and management, in addition to academic/scientific training.

• Complete relevant research skill and career development training opportunities through the UAMS campus, including those provided by the Office of Research and Innovation, Translational Research Institute, Center for Faculty Excellence, Postdoctoral Society, Center for Implementation Research, Southern Public Health and Criminal Justice Center, etc.

• Attend and present in the COPH early career training workgroup.

• Attend and present at national conferences, seminars, site visits, workshops, and other training opportunities, including those within the NIH-funded National Community Firearm Violence Prevention Network.

• Perform other duties as assigned.

Salary Information:

Required Documents to Apply:

Please contact askrecruitment@uams.edufor any recruiting relatedquestions.

All application materials must be uploaded to the University of Arkansas System Career Sitehttps://uasys.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/UASYS

Please do not send to listed recruitment contact.

This position is subject to pre-employment screening (criminal background, drug testing, and/or education verification). A criminal conviction or arrest pending adjudication alone shall not disqualify an applicant except as provided by law. Any criminal history will be evaluated in relationship to job responsibilities and business necessity. The information obtained in these reports will be used in a confidential, non-discriminatory manner consistent with state and federal law.