Postdoctoral Research Associate

Job TitlePostdoctoral Research Associate Agency Texas A&M University Department Psychology Proposed Minimum SalaryCommensurate Job LocationCollege Station, Texas Job TypeStaff Job Description Heres a Glimpse of the Job The Postdoctoral Research Associate, under general supervision, conducts clinical research focused on posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD) and substance use disorders (SUD), including participation in clinical trials. This role offers opportunities to lead grant proposals, author peer-reviewed publications, and mentor doctoral students and research staff. The associate will contribute to data analysis, conference presentations, and ongoing seminars and workshops, while working closely with Dr. Vujanovic and a multidisciplinary team to explore innovative research questions related to co-occurring PTSD and SUD. Opportunities to Contribute Lead and assist with grant submissions and peer-reviewed publications, contributing to the development of competitive research proposals. Support research projects by conducting data management and statistical analyses, and assisting with study development, assessments, and data collection. Develop conference presentations, posters, and other scholarly products. Research mentorship and supervision of doctoral students in clinical psychology. Collaborate with research staff, graduate students, and investigators on study tasks, and actively contribute to lab meetings and team initiatives. Qualifications Ph.D in a clinical or counseling psychology. Prior research training in clinical psychology, behavioral health, or a related field. Experience in data collection, management, and analysis, including using standardized assessments and contributing to grant writing. A well-qualified candidate for this position will also possess: Strong record of peer-reviewed publications and conference presentations in traumatic stress. Advanced data anaylsis skills, including use of statistical software (e.g. SPSS, R, SAS). Prior involvement in successful grant applications or funded research projects. Experience mentoring and supervising students or research assistants in a clinical or research setting. Demonstrated excellence in written and oral communication skills. Strong organizational and time-management abilities. Proficiency with data management and reporting platforms such as redcap. Experience conducting statistical anaylysis using software such as SPSS, R, or SAS. Familiarity with ecological momentary assessment (EMA) tools. Ability to manage and analyze large, complex datasets with attention to detail and accuracy. Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to adapt to evolving project needs. Capacity to work independently as well as collaboratively within a multidisciplinary work team. Salary: $71,000 annually Please note: This position is grant funded; future employment may be contingent upon future funding. What you need to do: Apply! Submitting a cover letter, resume/CV to assist us with the review process. You may upload these documents on the application under CV/Resume. Why Texas A&M University? 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 core values which are: Respect, Excellence, Leadership, Loyalty, Integrity, and Selfless Service. The Department of Psychological and Brain Sciences is engaged in research that falls into all five graduate areas of specialization: Behavioral and Cellular Neuroscience Clinical Psychology Cognition and Cognitive Neuroscience Psychology Industrial/Organizational Psychology Social & Personality Psychology In addition to the Department of Psychological and Brain Sciences 5 areas of specialization, we have overlapping research interests that bridge traditional areas of psychology. These primary research themes include Affective Science; Neuroscience; Personality and Individual Differences. To learn more please visit our site at https://artsci.tamu.edu/psychological-brain-sciences/index.html 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. 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