Postdoctoral Research Associate-2

About this role

Job Title Postdoctoral Research Associate-2

Agency Texas A&M University Health Science Center

Department Center for Community Health & Aging

Proposed Minimum Salary Commensurate

Job Location College Station, Texas

Job Type Staff

Job Description Our Commitment  

Texas A&M University is committed to enriching the learning and working environment by promoting a culture that respects all perspectives, talents   & lived   experiences. Embracing varying opinions and perspectives strengthens our   core   values   which are: Respect, Excellence, Leadership, Loyalty, Integrity, and Selfless Service.       

Who we are    As one of the fastest-growing academic health centers in the nation,   Texas A&M Health   encompasses five colleges and   numerous   centers and institutes working together to improve health through transformative education, innovative   research   and team-based health care delivery.  

What we want The Postdoctoral Research Associate works with a research team of several research grants/contracts within the public health field.  Works with researchers to manage community programs, develop and monitor research protocols, analyze data, prepare reports and presentations, and disseminate information to a national audience through peer-reviewed publications and conference presentations.

What you need to know Salary:   W ill be   commensurate   based on the selected hire’s education and experience .    

Location/Schedule:  College Station, TX/Full-Time

We encourage you to apply!   To help us learn more about your experience and interest in the role, please   submit   a cover letter and   CV /resume. You can upload both documents   in   the CV/Resume section of the application.  

Responsibilities Project Research • Designs data collection tools (reporting systems, surveys, etc.), research program management, and reporting protocols

• Conducts collection and analysis of data, particularly utilizing Qualtrics and or RedCap survey software/programming and statistical packages, and keeping the detailed data secure and recorded

• Assists research team in designing, planning, and conducting project evaluations

• Performs other duties as assigned

Project Reporting • Examines and summarizes research project results

• Prepares and writes project reports and deliverables

Dissemination of Project Findings • Summarizes results for scientific and clientele-oriented publications

Required Education and Experience • Appropriate PhD in public health related field (e.g. health education, health services research, health sciences, health behavior, epidemiology)

Preferred Qualifications • Familiarity with public interventions across the life-course, especially with youth

• Familiarity with implementation research

• Ability to be day-to-day program lead for an observational or intervention study

• Two years of related experience in data analysis and/or management

• Documented experience in manuscript preparation, submission, and acceptance in peer-reviewed journals

• Ability to work in a fast-paced and accountable environment  

• Ability to work independently and guide all analytic aspects of project work

• Ability to provide support to lead scientists throughout the project life cycle

• Ability to support drafting materials for project related content as well as internal research

• Ability to summarize research findings and identify key information of interest.

• Ability to provide support about study design, database, and statistical methodology

• Ability to prepare reports (including peer-review publications) and presentations of data and analyses

• Database design for clinical research and cohort studies

• Programming/coding proficiency in statistical software

• Savvy importing/exporting data between various systems/platforms

• Experience working with individuals and communities.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: Has knowledge and expertise in public health interventions with experience in social, behavioral, technological, or environmental programs, policies, or practices including: • Ability to conceptualize, implement, and evaluate research protocols for public health studies in real world community, clinical, or corporate settings.

• Possesses project management skills (e.g., previously conducting and coordinating public health related research)

• Possesses statistical skills, publication skills and health-related field knowledge.

• Ability to write scientific papers and reports including data collection and data analysis

• Proficiency using SAS, SPSS, R, and/or STATA statistical software

• Ability to analyze and interpret various forms of cross-sectional, longitudinal, and health-related data

• Familiarity with database development, design, and/or management

• Familiarity with MS office apps including Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and Outlook

• Working knowledge of programming in SAS, SPSS, R, and/or STATA

• Familiarity with participating in and applying for grant funding in public health, or a closely related field

Why Texas A&M University?  

We are a prestigious university with strong traditions, Core Values, and a community of caring and collaboration.     Amenities associated with a major university, such as sporting and cultural events,   state-of-the-art   recreation facilities, the Bush Library and Museum, and much more await you.     Experience all that a big city has to offer but with   a reasonable   cost-of-living and no long commutes.      

• Medical,   prescription drug,   dental,   vision,   life and AD&D,   flexible spending accounts ,   and long-term disability insurance   with Texas A&M contributing to employee health and basic life premiums   

• 12-15 days   of annual paid holidays    

• Up to   eight hours of paid sick leave   and at least   eight hours of paid vacation   each month   

• Automatic enrollment in the   Teacher Retirement System of Texas     

• Health and Wellness:   Free exercise programs and release time    

• Pr

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