Open Rank-Professional Research Assistant, Senior Professional Research Assistant

Job Summary:

This is a full-time [1.0 FTE] position at the rank of postdoctoral fellow in Neurobehavioral Epidemiology at the Colorado School of Public Health (ColoradoSPH), within the Lifecourse Epidemiology of Adiposity and Diabetes (LEAD) Center. The LEAD Center is a groundbreaking Research Center, situated on the Anschutz Medical Campus in Aurora Colorado, and supported by the School of Medicine Department of Pediatrics and the ColoradoSPH.  It is focused upon and investigates the developmental origins of health and disease.   LEAD scientists seek to understand the causes of disease, and ultimately translate these findings into preventive actions.  

The Neurobehavioral Epidemiology Fellowship, is a unique training program designed for scientists with a doctoral degree in Epidemiology or Clinical Science, interested in studying a range of neurodevelopmental outcomes across the lifetime in the context social, medical, epigenetic, genetic, SDOH and environmental exposures.  The two-year fellowship will include specific support for the development of a research career within a supportive and multidisciplinary environment. Trainees will have access to previously developed and developing data sets (Healthy Start, Exploring Perinatal Outcomes in Children Study (EPOCH), Diabetes Prevention Program Outcomes Study (DPPOS), Environmental Influences on Child Health Outcomes (ECHO)) as well as proposing and developing new projects.  The fellowship will provide the opportunity to receive mentorship in the conceptualization, operationalization, analysis and communication of specific research questions and results.  The faculty for the fellowship includes epidemiologists with a range of foci and well as neurodevelopmental specialists, providing a rich exposure to a range of interests, skills and research projects.

Key Responsibilities:

The fellow in Neurobehavioral Epidemiology is expected to develop and execute a mentored research project based upon available data during year one of fellowship.  The longer term, second year goal is mentored completion of a grant application with the anticipation that this may be an extension of the initial project, leading to continued efforts in understanding neurobehavioral outcome of exposures. Additionally, the fellow will be asked to contribute to other LEAD Center academic projects and collaborations, which may include literature reviews, data analysis, grant and manuscript preparation, mentoring of trainees and participation in on-going seminars. Administrative, as well as academic support will be provided (e.g. guidance in completing and reading grant documents).

• Data management
• Data analysis
• Manuscript development
• Research proposal development.
• Oral and poster presentations at national academic meetings
• Project management responsibilities
• Support for recruitment and retention of study participants.
• Contributions to qualitative and quantitative data collection 
• Exposure to and comfort with measures of neurobehavioral outcomes
• measures of cognition
• measures of behavioral and psychological functioning 

Work Location:

Onsite - on-site position with occasional remote work permitted.  

Why Join Us:

The University of Colorado offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes health insurance, life insurance, retirement plans, tuition benefits, ECO pass, paid time off – vacation, sick, and holidays and more. To see what benefits are available, please visit: https://www.cu.edu/employee-services/benefits-wellness .

Diversity and Equity:

The University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus is committed to recruiting and supporting a diverse student body, faculty and administrative staff. The university strives to promote a culture of inclusiveness, respect, communication and understanding. We encourage applications from women, ethnic minorities, persons with disabilities, persons within the LGBTQ+ community and all veterans. The University of Colorado is committed to diversity and equality in education and employment.

Qualifications:

Minimum Qualifications:
Applicants must meet minimum qualifications at the time of hire.  

• Ph.D. in Epidemiology or Clinical Sciences 

Preferred Qualifications:

• Bilingual Spanish-English proficiency
• Familiarity with human developmental stages and changes 

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Familiarity with epidemiological methods
• A strong interest in the relationships between the environmental factors (e.g., social, behavioral, metabolic) and developmental/cognitive outcomes
• Ability and motivation to work independently.
• Excellent communication, and organizational skills and the ability to work with a team.
• A focused interest in a research career 

How to Apply:

For full consideration, please submit the following document(s):

Applications are accepted electronically ONLY at www.cu.edu/cu-careers .

Questions should be directed to: Greta N. Wilkening, Psy.D. at [email protected]  

Screening of Applications Begins:

Screening begins immediately and continues until position is filled. For best consideration, apply by 6/30/2024.

Anticipated Pay Range:

The starting salary range (or hiring range ) for this position has been established as HIRING RANGE:

$56,484 in accordance with NRSA stipend guidelines for a level 0 post-doctoral fellow for 1.0FTE.

The above salary range (or hiring range ) represents the University’s good faith and reasonable estimate of the range of possible compensation at the time of posting. This position is not eligible for overtime compensation unless it is non-exempt.

Your total compensation goes beyond the number on your paycheck. The University of Colorado provides generous leave, health plans and retirement contributions that add to your bottom line.

Total Compensation Calculator: http://www.cu.edu/node/153125

ADA Statement:

The University will provide reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities throughout the employment application process. To request an accommodation pursuant to the Americans with Disabilities Act, please contact the Human Resources ADA Coordinator at [email protected] ​.

Background Check Statement:

The University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus is dedicated to ensuring a safe and secure environment for our faculty, staff, students and visitors. To assist in achieving that goal, we conduct background investigations for all prospective employees.

Vaccination Statement:

CU Anschutz strongly encourages vaccination against the COVID-19 virus and other vaccine preventable diseases . If you work, visit, or volunteer in healthcare facilities or clinics operated by our affiliated hospital or clinical partners or by CU Anschutz, you will be required to comply with the vaccination and medical surveillance policies of the facilities or clinics where you work, visit, or volunteer, respectively. In addition, if you work in certain research areas or perform certain safety sensitive job duties, you must enroll in the occupational health medical surveillance program .