Post -Doctoral Associate AD

Position Information Classification Title Post-Doctoral Associate AD FLSA Exempt UGA Job Code FTE 1.0 Minimum Qualifications Position Summary The post-doctorial associate will participate in the Georgia CTSA Translational Workforce Development (TWD) project, working with the Georgia CTSA TWD Directors and faculty, BTSI Director, and UGA Georgia CTSA TWD faculty. The goal of the TWD project is to support career advancement of translational research professionals through a career navigation system (eMPACT, Empowering Purposeful Advancement of Careers and Training in the Research Workforce), and an online continuing education platform (TWD Course Catalog). The postdoctoral associate will work collaboratively to maintain, disseminate, evaluate, and improve eMPACT and TWD Course Catalog to promote personalized training and career advancement, workforce support and retention, and strategic development of training programs to meet the needs of health professionals. The postdoctoral associate will also manage inter-institutional collaboration and communication and other logistics related to end user interviews and surveys for the project. This may require regular visits to Emory University. It is expected that the associate will author and contribute to peer-reviewed research, outreach, publications and presentations. Relevant/Preferred Education, Experience, Licensure, Certification in Position Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and/or Competencies Doctoral degree in public health, community health, health promotion, nursing, education, or a related field required. Experience in quantitative and/or qualitative research (data collection, data management, data analysis, writing for scientific publications) required . Experience working in a fast-paced, dynamic environment involving multi-tasking. Strong interpersonal communication and public speaking and presentation skills Work independently with BTSI faculty and Georgia CTSA Translational Workforce Development core faculty and researchers . Strong writing skills. Work independently and in teams. Work with a wide variety of colleagues and audiences including academic colleagues, medical professionals, practitioners, extension agents, graduate and undergraduate students, and the public. Detail oriented with strong organizational skills. Experience working with and facilitating TWD community leadership groups. Experience in program evaluation, including process evaluation, and implementation science preferred. Physical Demands Lift up to 40 lbs. Is this a Position of Trust? No Does this position have operation, access, or control of financial resources? No Does this position require a P-Card? No Is having a P-Card an essential function of this position? No Is driving a requirement of this position? No Does this position have direct interaction or care of children under the age of 18 or direct patient care? No Does this position have Security Access (e.g., public safety, IT security, personnel records, patient records, or access to chemicals and medications) No Background Investigation Policy Offers of employment are contingent upon completion of a background investigation including, a criminal background check demonstrating your eligibility for employment with the University of Georgia; confirmation of the credentials and employment history reflected in your application materials (including reference checks) as they relate to the job-based requirements of the position applied for; and, if applicable, a satisfactory credit check. You may also be subject to a pre-employment drug test for positions with high-risk responsibilities, if applicable. Please visit the UGA Background Check website. Contact Information Recruitment Contact Contact Details For questions concerning this position or recruitment progression, please refer to the Recruitment Contact listed below. Recruitment Contact Name Ike Choi Recruitment Contact Email Recruitment Contact Phone Posting Specific Questions Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*). Applicant Documents Required Documents * Resume/CV * Cover Letter * List of References with Contact Information Optional Documents * Research Portfolio/Philosophy Persons needing accommodations or assistance with the accessibility of materials related to this search are encouraged to contact University HR (). The University of Georgia is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, ethnicity, age, genetic information, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation or protected veteran status.

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