Job Information
University of Utah Post Doc Res Assoc in Salt Lake City, Utah
Details
Open Date 11/06/2023
Requisition Number PRN36845B
Job Title PS Post Doc Res Assoc
Working Title Post Doc Res Assoc
Job Grade A00
FLSA Code Administrative
Patient Sensitive Job Code? Yes
Standard Hours per Week 40
Full Time or Part Time? Full Time
Shift Day
Work Schedule Summary
VP Area U of U Health - Academics
Department 01510 - Diagnostic Neuroimaging
Location Campus
City Salt Lake City, UT
Type of Recruitment External Posting
Pay Rate Range $47,000 - $65,000
Close Date
Open Until Filled No
Job Summary
The University of Utah Diagnostic Neuroimaging Laboratory has an opening for a postdoctoral fellow to assist with grant-funded clinical research focused on neurobiological and neurocognitive correlates of psychiatric disorders. Current studies include longitudinal assessment of adolescents ( ABCD study) and studies on adults (veteran and non-veteran studies of sex differences in psychiatry symptoms; substance use disorders; and suicide risk and prevention). Responsibilities include acquisition of data including administration of clinical and mood symptoms scales and neurocognitive assessments; data analysis; preparing and presenting results through oral presentations and manuscripts; and assistance with grant writing. Applicants must have a doctoral degree in psychology, neuroscience, public health, statistics, or another field related to human subjects research or mental health.
Responsibilities
Essential functions will include data collection through standardized clinical interviews and questionnaires; statistical data analysis and communication of findings; preparation of abstracts, posters, and manuscripts; and assistance with grant writing.
Minimum Qualifications
This position is patient-sensitive and must fulfill all associated vaccination requirements, or be approved for an exemption, prior to the first day of work. We protect our patients, coworkers and community by requiring all patient-sensitive employees to be immunized according to CDC standards and hospital policy. Limited exemptions may be made for documented medical contraindications or religious beliefs that object to vaccinations.
Preferences
Type Benefited Staff
Special Instructions Summary
Additional Information
The University is a participating employer with Utah Retirement Systems (“URS”). Eligible new hires with prior URS service, may elect to enroll in URS if they make the election before they become eligible for retirement (usually the first day of work). Contact Human Resources at (801) 581-7447 for information. Individuals who previously retired and are receiving monthly retirement benefits from URS are subject to URS’ post-retirement rules and restrictions. Please contact Utah Retirement Systems at (801) 366-7770 or (800) 695-4877 or University Human Resource Management at (801) 581-7447 if you have questions regarding the post-retirement rules.
This position may require the successful completion of a criminal background check and/or drug screen.
The University of Utah values candidates who have experience working in settings with students and patients from all backgrounds and possess a strong commitment to improving access to higher education and quality healthcare for historically underrepresented students and patients.
All qualified individuals are strongly encouraged to apply. Veterans’ preference is extended to qualified applicants, upon request and consistent with University policy and Utah state law. Upon request, reasonable accommodations in the application process will be provided to individuals with disabilities.
The University of Utah is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity employer and does not discriminate based upon race, ethnicity, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, pregnancy-related conditions, genetic information, or protected veteran’s status. The University does not discriminate on the basis of sex in the education program or activity that it operates, as required by Title IX and 34 CFR part 106. The requirement not to discriminate in education programs or activities extends to admission and employment. Inquiries about the application of Title IX and its regulations may be referred to the Title IX Coordinator, to the Department of Education, Office for Civil Rights, or both.
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