Post-Doc Research Associate jobs in United States
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Carolina Population Center ยท 2 months ago

Post-Doc Research Associate

positionNorth Carolina, US
timeFull-time
remoteOnsite
seniorityMid, Senior Level
money$50K/yr - $65K/yr

UNC University Libraries is a global leader in higher education known for its innovative teaching and research. The Post-Doc Research Associate will contribute to projects focusing on natural hazards and disasters, particularly extreme weather events and their impacts on communities in the Southeastern US, involving tasks such as literature review, data analysis, and developing research communications.

Responsibilities

Contribute to projects on natural hazards and disasters
Focus on extreme weather events and their impacts to communities in the Southeastern US
Work closely with Dr. Antonia Sebastian and Dr. Miyuki Hino
Conduct literature review, designing analysis to meet research objectives, and data analysis and visualization, including spatial and statistical analyses
Evaluate research results for validity and reliability and oversee project progress
Help develop research papers, presentations, and other communications products

Qualification

RPythonData analysisMicrosoft Office SuiteAcademic research experienceInterest in climate changeInterest in natural hazardsInterest in public policyInterpersonal skillsWritten communicationVerbal communication

Required

Doctorate in a discipline related to the area of assignment, or equivalent combination of training and experience. All degrees must be received from appropriately accredited institutions
Demonstrated proficiency in R or Python
Strong interpersonal skills
Written and verbal communication abilities
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite

Preferred

Academic research experience
Interest/familiarity with climate change
Natural hazards
Data analysis and related public policy

Benefits

Comprehensive medical and vision coverage
Paid leave
Benefits and services that support professional development and a healthy work/life balance

Company

Carolina Population Center

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The Carolina Population Center (CPC) is a community of outstanding scholars and professionals associated to create new knowledge about population size, structure, and processes of change.
dateFounded in 1966
location
Chapel Hill, North Carolina, US
people-size11-50 employees
web-link
https://www.cpc.unc.edu

Funding

Current Stage
Early Stage
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