Research Associate in Psychiatric Genetics
2 weeks ago
Become a vital part of the Commonwealth of Virginia's initiative in psychiatric and behavioral genetics as a full-time Research Associate. This role is situated within a dynamic interdisciplinary environment dedicated to exploring the interplay of genetic and environmental influences on mental health and substance use challenges. The position includes a comprehensive research training program that prioritizes mentorship and collaborative projects.
- Key Responsibilities:
- Formulation of research inquiries that align with established objectives.
- Conducting analyses both independently and in partnership with the research team.
- Maintaining detailed documentation of analytical processes through open science methodologies.
- Drafting and submitting research articles to scholarly journals.
- Participating as a co-author on collaborative manuscripts.
- Showcasing research findings at academic conferences.
- Behavioral Genetics
- Advanced Phenotyping Techniques
- Statistical Analysis
- Methodological Innovations
- Health Equity Research
- Data Science Applications
- Grant Writing Skills
- Career Development
- Molecular genetic and genomic research
- Twin and extended pedigree studies
- Development and application of statistical genetics techniques
- Neuroimaging investigations
- Clinical laboratory research
- Focus areas including schizophrenia, suicidal behavior, mood disorders, anxiety disorders, and substance use issues
- Collaborative efforts on extensive neuroimaging and genomic studies
A PhD in Mathematics, Biostatistics, Psychology, Psychiatry, Biology, Genetics, or Epidemiology is required. Candidates must demonstrate the ability to work effectively in teams, a dedication to high-quality research, and possess U.S. citizenship or permanent residency.
Preferred Qualifications:Experience with peer-reviewed publications, a background in interpreting developmental contexts, strong communication skills, proficiency in quantitative analysis, and familiarity with the R programming language are advantageous.
This position is open for applications from individuals of diverse backgrounds.
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