Duke University, Social Science Research Institute
Position ID:
Duke-SSRI-BEETL [#27510]
Position Title:
Research Scientist
Position Type:
Non-regular rank faculty
Position Location:
Durham, North Carolina 27708, United States of America
Subject Area:
Appl Deadline:
finished (2024/04/16, finished 2024/09/17)
Position Description:
*** this position has been closed and new applications are no longer accepted. ***
Position Description
Occupational Summary The position is for a Research Scientist to conduct research with the study team on a funded NIH R01 grant, Early Life Adversity and the Developmental Programming of Early Childhood Telomere Biology: A Longitudinal Study of Developmental Context and Behavioral Mediators (R01 NR019610 – Garrett-Peters & Shalev, PIs). Work Performed 1. Provide leadership in the planning and development of studies and hypotheses related to the specific aims of the grant. 2. Conduct data analysis in collaboration with the study team. 3. Prepare and disseminate study findings, including through publication of manuscripts and presentation at scientific conferences. 4. Identify and apply for funding. The above statements describe the general nature and level of work being performed. This is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities and duties required of personnel for this position. Minimum Qualifications: Duke University is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer committed to providing employment opportunity without regard to an individual's age, color, disability, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, or veteran status. Duke aspires to create a community built on collaboration, innovation, creativity, and belonging. Our collective success depends on the robust exchange of ideas-an exchange that is best when the rich diversity of our perspectives, backgrounds, and experiences flourishes. To achieve this exchange, it is essential that all members of the community feel secure and welcome, that the contributions of all individuals are respected, and that all voices are heard. All members of our community have a responsibility to uphold these values. Essential Physical Job Functions Certain jobs at Duke University and Duke University Health System may include essential job functions that require specific physical and/or mental abilities. Additional information and provision for requests for reasonable accommodation will be provided by each hiring department. Education Work requires a doctorate or have demonstrated equivalent professional attainment or an equivalent combination or relevant education and/or work experience. Experience Minimum requirements are at least three years of experience conducting data analysis and preparing manuscripts for publication or an equivalent combination or relevant education and/or work experience. Skill Requirements Specific skills include knowledge of telomere biological and epigenetic aging, data cleaning and preparation, statistical analysis of repeated-measure and nested designs, and analysis of methylation and genetic data. Preferences The successful candidate will have: 1) a strong background in biopsychosocial research with children 2) the ability to apply a range of quantitative methods (including longitudinal modeling and bioinformatics), 3) a demonstrated ability to conceptualize studies, conduct analyses, interpret findings, and submit peer-reviewed empirical studies for publication, and 4) research interest in early life adversity and accelerated aging. The candidate should also have experience compiling and submitting grant applications related to the proposed work. All candidates should have excellent interpersonal and organizational skills and the ability to work with a team. The ability to manage multiple simultaneous tasks and attention to detail are essential.Duke is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to providing employment opportunity without regard to an individual's age, color, disability, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, (including pregnancy and pregnancy related conditions), sexual orientation, or military status.
Duke aspires to create a community built on collaboration, innovation, creativity, and belonging. Our collective success depends on the robust exchange of ideas—an exchange that is best when the rich diversity of our perspectives, backgrounds, and experiences flourishes. To achieve this exchange, it is essential that all members of the community feel secure and welcome, that the contributions of all individuals are respected, and that all voices are heard. All members of our community have a responsibility to uphold these values.
Application Materials Required:
Submit the following items online at this website to complete your application:
- Cover letter
- Curriculum Vitae
- Research statement
- Three Names of Reference
And anything else requested in the position description.
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