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Post Doctoral Fellow

Post Doctoral Fellow

CompanySt. Louis University
LocationSt. Louis, MO, USA
Salary$Not Provided – $Not Provided
TypeFull-Time
DegreesPhD
Experience LevelMid Level, Senior

Requirements

  • Doctoral degree in a relevant field (e.g., public health, psychology, psychiatry) with a strong background in quantitative research methods.
  • Experience conducting research in the field of mental health, particularly in the areas of suicide/self-harm epidemiology and prevention.
  • Proficiency in statistical analysis software such as Stata, R, or SAS.
  • Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively in a team environment.
  • Demonstrated commitment to advancing mental health research and addressing public health challenges.
  • Ability to work independently and manage multiple tasks simultaneously.
  • Earned doctorate in a relevant field.
  • Track record of research productivity or strong potential for producing high-quality research outputs.
  • Familiarity with ethical considerations in research involving human subjects.

Responsibilities

  • Conducting research on the epidemiology of suicide/self-harm and related mental health issues.
  • Contributing to the development and implementation of suicide prevention and intervention strategies.
  • Collaborating with faculty and staff on research design, data collection, analysis, and interpretation.
  • Writing reports and academic papers for publication in relevant journals.
  • Participating in grant writing and seeking funding opportunities.
  • Engaging in interdisciplinary collaboration within the department and with external partners.
  • Assisting in the mentorship of graduate and undergraduate students involved in research projects.
  • Adhering to ethical guidelines and regulations governing research involving human subjects.

Preferred Qualifications

  • Expertise in epidemiological methods and study design.
  • Experience with longitudinal data analysis and complex survey design.
  • Knowledge of mental health interventions and evidence-based practices.
  • Previous involvement in interdisciplinary research teams.
  • Prior experience in grant writing and securing research funding.