Inside Higher Ed · 1 week ago
Postdoctoral Researcher
Kennesaw, GA
Full-time
Onsite
Senior LevelKennesaw State University is one of the 50 largest public institutions in the country, seeking to transform lives through academic excellence and innovative research. The Postdoctoral Researcher will support faculty and students in advancing research related to infrastructure resilience, data analytics, and intelligent systems.
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Responsibilities
Plans and executes experimental activities, data analyses, submission of reports or of manuscripts to peer-reviewed publications, and/or attendance and presentation of research findings at appropriate venues of dissemination
Develops and contributes to new ideas for research proposals and directions within the research group
Develops an Individual Development Plan (IDP) in collaboration with faculty mentor
Generates revenue by securing grants and participates in departmental and institutional career development programs, such as grant writing workshops
Prepares project budget and ensures funded project operates within budget guidelines
Maintains official records and documents, and ensures compliance with institutional policies, and federal, state and local regulations
Establishes working relationships and cooperative arrangements with internal and external partners
Engages in research and publication
Qualification
Required
Ph.D. or equivalent doctorate (e.g. D.V.M, Sc.D., M.D., PharmD., etc.) from an accredited institution of higher education or obtainment of doctorate degree within six (6) months of hire
Able to meet eligibility requirements for work in the United States at the time the appointment is scheduled to begin and to continue working legally for the proposed term of the appointment
Able to handle multiple tasks or projects simultaneously to meet assigned deadlines
Demonstrated ability to carry out independent and collaborative research on a team of faculty and students with the ability to meet deliverables and milestones
Demonstrated creative and proactive approach towards problem solving
Knowledge of and experience in general analytical methods development and good analytical practices
Maintains a working knowledge of significant developments and trends in the field
Outstanding proposal and paper writing skills
Excellent interpersonal, initiative, teamwork, problem-solving, organization, communication (verbal and written), time management, project management, and presentation skills
Proficient with computer applications and programs associated with the position (i.e. Microsoft Office suite)
Strong attention to detail and follow-up skills
Strong customer service skills and phone and e-mail etiquette
Preferred
An advanced degree from an accredited institution of higher education in a related field
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