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Texas A&M University · 3 days ago

Postdoctoral Research Associate

College Station, TX

Full-time

Onsite

Senior Level

$71K/yr - $71K/yr

Texas A&M University is a prestigious institution committed to enriching the learning and working environment. The Postdoctoral Research Associate will conduct clinical research focused on PTSD and substance use disorders, lead grant proposals, mentor doctoral students, and collaborate with a multidisciplinary team on innovative research questions.

Higher Education

Growth Opportunities

H1B Sponsor Likely

Responsibilities

Lead and assist with grant submissions and peer-reviewed publications, contributing to the development of competitive research proposals

Support research projects by conducting data management and statistical analyses, and assisting with study development, assessments, and data collection

Develop conference presentations, posters, and other scholarly products

Research mentorship and supervision of doctoral students in clinical psychology

Collaborate with research staff, graduate students, and investigators on study tasks, and actively contribute to lab meetings and team initiatives

Qualification

Ph.D in clinical psychologyData analysis skillsStatistical software proficiencyGrant writing experiencePeer-reviewed publicationsData management proficiencyMentoring experienceWritten communication skillsOral communication skillsOrganizational skillsTime-management abilitiesProblem-solving skillsTeam collaboration

Required

Ph.D in a clinical or counseling psychology

Prior research training in clinical psychology, behavioral health, or a related field

Experience in data collection, management, and analysis, including using standardized assessments and contributing to grant writing

Preferred

Strong record of peer-reviewed publications and conference presentations in traumatic stress

Advanced data analysis skills, including use of statistical software (e.g. SPSS, R, SAS)

Prior involvement in successful grant applications or funded research projects

Experience mentoring and supervising students or research assistants in a clinical or research setting

Demonstrated excellence in written and oral communication skills

Strong organizational and time-management abilities

Proficiency with data management and reporting platforms such as redcap

Experience conducting statistical analysis using software such as SPSS, R, or SAS

Familiarity with ecological momentary assessment (EMA) tools

Ability to manage and analyze large, complex datasets with attention to detail and accuracy

Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to adapt to evolving project needs

Capacity to work independently as well as collaboratively within a multidisciplinary work team

Benefits

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

Professional Development: All employees have access to free LinkedIn Learning training, webinars, and limited financial support to attend conferences, workshops, and more

Educational release time and tuition assistance for completing a degree while a Texas A&M employee

Living Well, a program at Texas A&M that has been built by employees, for employees

Company

Texas A&M University

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Texas A&M University has a proud history that stretches back to 1876 when The Agricultural and Mechanical College of Texas became the first public institution of higher learning in the state of Texas.

Founded in 1876

College Station, TX, US

10001+ employees

https://tamu.edu

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