Postdoctoral Scholar (Prevention Science Institute) - Open Pool

Postdoctoral Scholar (Prevention Science Institute) - Open
Pool

Department: Prevention Science Institute

Rank: Postdoctoral Scholar

Annual Basis: 12 Month

Review of Applications Begins

Applications will be accepted on a continuous basis and reviewed as
needs arise

Special Instructions to Applicants

In addition to your application, please submit the following:

• Current resume/CV.
• Names and contact information for three (3) professional

references. These references will be used to gather reference
letters. Candidates will be contacted prior to reference
checks.

Department Summary

The Prevention Science Institute (PSI) is a multi-disciplinary
institute focused on understanding human development, preventing
behavioral health problems, and implementing effective
interventions in community settings. The PSI encompasses focus
areas consistent with the field of prevention science, including
prevention and intervention, and implementation science.

Understanding effective intervention strategies and the outcomes
associated with these interventions across multiple domains of
functioning, including biological, social, and contextual, is the
focus of research at the PSI. The core mission of the PSI is to
improve the lives and well-being of children, individuals, and
families throughout the lifespan. The PSI is committed to research
that expands our understanding of interventions and development
with diverse populations, and actively seeks to promote research
that reduces health disparities in service utilization.

Position Summary

Postdoctoral scholars seek to improve skills in independent
research through direct, mentored scholarship with faculty for the
purpose of acquiring research training. Principal Investigators are
collaborative in their research activities and postdoctoral
scholars are expected to serve in both lead and supporting roles in
manuscript development and other project activities. The nature of
the work is relatively fast-paced and we value rigor,
reproducibility, and productivity in scholarship from all members
of the research team, while maintaining a positive and supportive
work environment.

Successful candidates will have the ability to work effectively
with faculty, staff, and students from a variety of diverse
backgrounds. Postdocs may provide guidance and oversight to
undergraduate and graduate students.

For the purpose of acquiring additional professional skills needed
to pursue a career path in the chosen field, this position requires
a formal mentor plan and Individualized Development Plan.

Positions are limited duration, funding contingent appointments
that may be part-time or short-term contracts not to exceed one
year, and may be renewed for up to three years. An additional two
year extension may be granted with approval from the Office of the
Vice President for Research for a total appointment of five years.
Renewals will be dependent upon program needs, funding, and
performance. Salary will be dependent upon education and
experience.

Minimum Requirements

• PhD in a related field such as education, psychology, prevention

science, special education, or quantitative methodology, by start
of position.

• Experience in the field of research.
• Evidence of scholarship (e.g. publications, presentations, grant

submissions).

• Experience using advanced quantitative methodologies.
• Coursework and training in quantitative methods (e.g. SEM, Growth

Modeling, etc).

Professional Competencies

• Ability to work as part of a collaborative scientific team.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Ability to work with large data sets and conduct multi-level

analyses.

• Skills in developing manuscripts and publications.
• Ability to work professionally and collaboratively with faculty,

staff, and graduate students.

• Ability to participate in conference presentations.
• Ability to work independently on highly technical projects.
• Ability to work effectively with faculty, staff, and students

from a variety of diverse backgrounds.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience working directly on Federal grants.
• Experience writing Federal grant applications either individually

or with a team.

• Advanced quantitative methodology skills and training (e.g. CACE

modeling, nested designs).

• Experience working with children and families.
• Experience working with high-risk families.
• Experience working with children with special needs.
• Experience with home interviews.
• Experience with longitudinal research studies.

All offers of employment are contingent upon successful
completion of a background check.

The University of Oregon is proud to offer a robust benefits
package to eligible employees, including health insurance,
retirement plans, and paid time off. For more information about
benefits, visit our
website.

The University of Oregon is an equal-opportunity institution
committed to cultural diversity and compliance with the Americans
with Disabilities Act. The University encourages all qualified
individuals to apply and does not discriminate on the basis of any
protected status, including veteran and disability status. The
University is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to
applicants and employees with disabilities. To request an
accommodation in connection with the application process, please
email us or call
541-346-5112.

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national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender
expression, pregnancy (including pregnancy-related conditions),
age, physical or mental disability, genetic information (including
family medical history), ancestry, familial status, citizenship,
service in the uniformed services (as defined in federal and state
law), veteran status, expunged juvenile record, and/or the use of
leave protected by state or federal law in all programs, activities
and employment practices as required by Title IX, other applicable
laws, and policies. Retaliation is prohibited by UO policy.
Questions may be referred to the Office of Equal Opportunity and
Access. Contact information, related policies, and complaint
procedures are listed
here.

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To apply, visit https://careers.uoregon.edu/en-us/job/536666

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