Postdoctoral Research Associate, Behavioral Health at University of North Dakota in Grand Forks, North Dakota

Job Description:

Salary/Position Classification

• 50,000-55,000 Annual, Dependent on Experience, Exempt


• 40 hours per week


• 100% Remote Work Availability: No


• Hybrid Work Availability: No

While receiving formal mentorship, the postdoctoral researcher will be engaged in the following three interrelated tasks:

1. Develop and submit collaborative grant proposals focused on behavioral health.


2. Contribute to ongoing projects and develop new ideas for collaborations and research initiatives in the area of integrated behavioral health.


3. Collect and analyze data related to behavioral health, leading to publications and presentations.

• Management, coordination, and implementation of ongoing and new research studies


• Grant preparation and grant report writing


• Dissemination of research findings (e.g., manuscript preparation)


• Data management and analysis of quantitative and/or qualitative data


• Supervision and mentorship of research assistants


• Management of IRB submissions


• Review and maintain study protocols and data collection surveys


• Assist with research and administrative responsibilities to support the lab's activities

• Quantitative data analysis skills using SPSS or similar programs


• APA-style manuscript writing


• Ability to work both independently and as part of a team with strong interpersonal skills


• Strong oral and written communication skills


• Evidence of strong data analytic skills

• Doctoral degree in psychology, public health, social work, or a related field, conferred by time of appointment.


• Quantitative and/or qualitative research and evaluation experience.


• Evidence of research and scholarship potential (publications, professional conference participation)


• Successful completion of a Criminal History Background Check

In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the US and to complete the required employment eligibility verification form upon hire.
This position supports visa sponsorship for continued employment.

• Experience with integrated behavioral health research or a related, including addressing health or social problems in rural communities


• Strong record of peer-reviewed publications


• Experience developing grant funding proposals


• Experience with obtaining human subjects approvals

To assure full consideration, applications must be received by 08/23/2024 and include the following materials:

• Cover letter describing research interests and career goals


• Curriculum vitae


• Sample publication or manuscript under review/in preparation


• Names and contact information for three professional references

Questions can be directed to Dr. Karla Fehr (karla.fehr@und.edu)