Postdoctoral Research Associate-2

**Job Title** Postdoctoral Research Associate-2 **Agency** Texas A&M University Health Science Center **Department** Center for Community Health & Aging **Proposed Minimum Salary** Commensurate **Job Location** College Station, Texas **Job Type** Staff **Job Description** **Our Commitment**  Texas A&M University is committed to enriching the learning and working environment by promoting a culture that respects all perspectives, talents & lived experiences. Embracing varying opinions and perspectives strengthens our [](https://www.tamu.edu/about/coreValues.html)[core](https://www.tamu.edu/about/coreValues.html) [](https://www.tamu.edu/about/coreValues.html)[values](https://www.tamu.edu/about/coreValues.html) [](https://www.tamu.edu/about/coreValues.html)which are: Respect, Excellence, Leadership, Loyalty, Integrity, and Selfless Service.     **Who we are**   As one of the fastest-growing academic health centers in the nation, [Texas A&M Health](https://health.tamu.edu/index.html) encompasses five colleges and numerous centers and institutes working together to improve health through transformative education, innovative research and team-based health care delivery.  **What we want** The **Postdoctoral Research Associate** works with a research team of several research grants/contracts within the public health field.  Works with researchers to manage community programs, develop and monitor research protocols, analyze data, prepare reports and presentations, and disseminate information to a national audience through peer-reviewed publications and conference presentations. **What you need to know** **Salary:** Will be commensurate based on the selected hire’s education and experience.    **Location/Schedule:** College Station, TX/Full-Time **We encourage you to apply!** To help us learn more about your experience and interest in the role, please submit a cover letter and CV/resume. You can upload both documents in the CV/Resume section of the application.  **Responsibilities** **Project Research** * Designs data collection tools (reporting systems, surveys, etc.), research program management, and reporting protocols * Conducts collection and analysis of data, particularly utilizing Qualtrics and or RedCap survey software/programming and statistical packages, and keeping the detailed data secure and recorded * Assists research team in designing, planning, and conducting project evaluations * Performs other duties as assigned **Project Reporting** * Examines and summarizes research project results * Prepares and writes project reports and deliverables **Dissemination of Project Findings** * Summarizes results for scientific and clientele-oriented publications **Required Education and Experience** * Appropriate PhD in public health related field (e.g. health education, health services research, health sciences, health behavior, epidemiology) **Preferred Qualifications** * Familiarity with public interventions across the life-course, especially with youth * Familiarity with implementation research * Ability to be day-to-day program lead for an observational or intervention study * Two years of related experience in data analysis and/or management * Documented experience in manuscript preparation, submission, and acceptance in peer-reviewed journals * Ability to work in a fast-paced and accountable environment   * Ability to work independently and guide all analytic aspects of project work * Ability to provide support to lead scientists throughout the project life cycle * Ability to support drafting materials for project related content as well as internal research * Ability to summarize research findings and identify key information of interest. * Ability to provide support about study design, database, and statistical methodology * Ability to prepare reports (including peer-review publications) and presentations of data and analyses * Database design for clinical research and cohort studies * Programming/coding proficiency in statistical software * Savvy importing/exporting data between various systems/platforms * Experience working with individuals and communities. **Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:** Has knowledge and expertise in public health interventions with experience in social, behavioral, technological, or environmental programs, policies, or practices including: * Ability to conceptualize, implement, and evaluate research protocols for public health studies in real world community, clinical, or corporate settings. * Possesses project management skills (e.g., previously conducting and coordinating public health related research) * Possesses statistical skills, publication skills and health-related field knowledge. * Ability to write scientific papers and reports including data collection and data analysis * Proficiency using SAS, SPSS, R, and/or STATA statistical software * Ability to analyze and interpret various forms of cross-sectional, longitudinal, and health-related data * Familiarity with database development, design, and/or management * Familiarity with MS office apps including Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and Outlook * Working knowledge of programming in SAS, SPSS, R, and/or STATA * Familiarity with participating in and applying for grant funding in public health, or a closely related field **Why Texas A&M University?**  We are a prestigious university with strong traditions, Core Values, and a community of caring and collaboration.  Amenities associated with a major university, such as sporting and cultural events, state-of-the-art recreation facilities, the Bush Library and Museum, and much more await you.  Experience all that a big city has to offer but with a reasonable cost-of-living and no long commutes.    * [Medical,](https://www.tamus.edu/benefits/medical/) [prescription drug,](https://www.tamus.edu/benefits/prescriptions-express-scripts/) [dental,](https://www.tamus.edu/benefits/dental/) [vision,](https://www.tamus.edu/benefits/vision-insurance/) [life and AD&D,](https://www.tamus.edu/benefits/life-add/) [flexible spending accounts](https://www.tamus.edu/benefits/flexible-spending-accounts/), [and long-term disability insurance](https://www.tamus.edu/benefits/long-term-disability/) with Texas A&M contributing to employee health and basic life premiums   * [12-15 days](https://employees.tamu.edu/employee-relations/leave/index.html) of annual paid holidays    * Up to [eight hours of paid sick leave](https://employees.tamu.edu/employee-relations/leave/paid/sick.html) and at least [eight hours of paid vacation](https://employees.tamu.edu/employee-relations/leave/paid/vacation.html) each month   * Automatic enrollment in the [Teacher Retirement System of Texas](https://www.trs.texas.gov/Pages/Homepage.aspx)    * Health and Wellness: [Free exercise programs and release time](https://flourish.tamu.edu/wellness-release-time/)   * Professional Development: All employees have access to free [LinkedIn Learning](https://linkedinlearning.tamu.edu/) training, webinars, and limited financial support to attend conferences, workshops, and more    * [Educational release time and tuition assistance](https://livingwell.tamu.edu/employee-tuition-assistance) for completing a degree while a Texas A&M employee   * [Living Well,](https://livingwell.tamu.edu/) a program at Texas A&M that has been built by employees, for employees   **Instructions to Applicants:** Applications received by Texas A&M University must either have all job application data entered, or a resume attached. Failure to provide all job application data or a complete resume could result in an invalid submission and a rejected application. We encourage all applicants to upload a resume or use a LinkedIn profile to prepopulate the online application.   All positions are security-sensitive. Applicants are subject to a criminal history investigation, and employment is contingent upon the institution’s verification of credentials and/or other information required by the institution’s procedures, including the completion of the criminal history check. Equal Opportunity/Veterans/Disability Employer.