Postdoctoral Research Associate I

Job title:

Postdoctoral Research Associate I

Company

University of Arizona

Job description

Postdoctoral Research Associate I
Posting Number req19081
Department Psychology
Department Website Link
Location Main Campus
Address Tucson, AZ USA
Position Highlights This is a postdoctoral research fellowship position under the direction of Dr. Sbarra in the UArizona Department of Psychology. The position is funded by a NIA research award to Dr. Sbarra and will support the research activities on this research grant.

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

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Duties & Responsibilities

Leading secondary data analyses using biometric statistical twin models in the area of social connectedness and health; writing empirical and theoretical research papers that are derived from these analyses; contribute to a vibrant scientific research laboratory; assist in mentoring doctoral students and support in leading other activities in the laboratory.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

Advanced knowledge of the statistical software package R.
Interest in statistical methods for causal inference.
Demonstrated strengths as a data analyst, especially with complex biometric twin or bioinformatic or molecular genetic data.
Collaborative, generous, curious, and humble scientific orientation.
Effective communication in and around lab environments.
Strong and demonstrated leadership skills.
Minimum Qualifications

• Ph.D. in any area of psychology. The selected candidate must have a conferred Ph.D. upon hire.
• Experience, competence, and confidence with advanced statistical methods.
• Experience in computational social science.
• Experiencing with open, transparent, and reproducible research workflows.

Preferred Qualifications
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 $56,484
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
Target Hire Date
Expected End Date
Contact Information for Candidates Dave Sbarra
[email protected]
Open Date 3/11/2024
Open Until Filled Yes
Documents Needed to Apply Resume and Cover Letter
Special Instructions to Applicant
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Expected salary

$56484 per year

Location

Tucson, AZ

Job date

Wed, 13 Mar 2024 05:26:30 GMT

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