Postdoctoral Researcher

2 months ago


Richmond, Virginia, United States Commonwealth of Virginia Full time
Job Summary

The Department of Psychiatry at Virginia Commonwealth University invites applications for a full-time postdoctoral researcher position. This is a one-year position, with the possibility of renewal for a second year. The successful applicant will contribute to a research program on suicidal thoughts and behaviors, with an emphasis on genetically informative approaches.

Key Responsibilities
  • Develop research questions consistent with specific aims of funded research projects.
  • Execute analyses independently and in collaboration with other members of the research team.
  • Document all analytic procedures through open science applications.
  • Prepare and submit manuscripts to peer-reviewed academic journals.
  • Contribute as a co-author to manuscripts led by other members of the research team.
  • Present findings at professional conferences.
Requirements
  • PhD in psychiatric epidemiology, behavioral genetics, psychology, or a related field.
  • Proven skills and experience in psychiatric epidemiology, behavioral genetics, psychology, or a related field.
  • Excellent written and oral communication skills.
  • Quantitative analytic skills, preferably within the context of R.
  • Demonstrated skills in the design and execution of research aims related to psychiatric, substance use, or behavioral outcomes.
Preferred Qualifications
  • Experience with large-scale databases, particularly in the context of population-based studies on behavior.
  • Experience with survival models, structural equation models, and genetic analytic methods.
  • History of peer-reviewed publications.
  • Experience interpreting findings in a developmental context.
About the University

Virginia Commonwealth University is an equal opportunity, affirmative action university providing access to education and employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, political affiliation, veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, or disability.



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