Posted 18 months ago
Post Doctoral Research Associate
AI Summary
Conducts advanced research and analyses using complex scientific methods, oversees critical project components, and coordinates research groups under a Principal Investigator.
About this role
The Talent Acquisition department hires qualified candidates to fill positions which contribute to the overall strategic success of Howard University. Hiring staff “for fit” makes significant contributions to Howard University’s overall mission.
At Howard University, we prioritize well-being and professional growth.
Here is what we offer:
- Health & Wellness: Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance, plus mental health support
- Work-Life Balance: PTO, paid holidays, flexible work arrangements
- Financial Wellness: Competitive salary, 403(b) with company match
- Professional Development: Ongoing training, tuition reimbursement, and career advancement paths
- Additional Perks:Wellness programs, commuter benefits, and a vibrant company culture
Join Howard University and thrive with us!
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BASICFUNCTION:
Thepurposeofthispositionistoperformhighlyskilledresearchor
analysesinvolvingcomplexscientificmethodsoracomplexseriesof
steps.Responsibleforoverseeingorconductingcriticalpartsofresearch
projects.Mayalsoperformtheday-to-daycoordinationofaresearch
group,takingchargeoftheexecutionofpartsofaresearchproject.This
positiontypicallyreportstoaPrincipalInvestigator(PI).
SUPERVISORY ACCOUNTABILITY:
Responsible for orienting andtrainingothersandassigningand
reviewingtheirwork.Mayalsoberesponsibleforactinginaleadorsenior
capacityoverotherpositionsperformingessentiallythesameworkor
relatedtechnicaltasksandreportingtoahigherlevelonaformalbasis.
NATUREANDSCOPE:
Toestablish internal and external contact with institute’s staff, researchersandjuniorresearchers,andoutsidevendorsforthepurposeofgatheringandexchanginginformation.
PRINCIPAL ACCOUNTABILITIES:
- Assistisconductingliteraturereviewsneededtosuccessfullycompletea majorproject.
- Assistinformulatinganddevelopingguidelinesforapplyingtoeducationalpracticethefindingformtheliteraturereviews.
- UnderthedirectionofthePI,serveasanadvisorandworkcloselywiththe staffoftheprojectintheconductofclassroomfieldresearch.
- Conductworkshopsthatwillbenefitstaffworkingwithcertaintargeted
- populationsandmakepublicpresentationsregardingtheresearchprojects.
- Performadministrativeworkinsupportofresearchobjectives,developand
- monitorsprojectbudgetandauthorizeexpendituresofprojectfunds.
- Design,fabricate,repairand/oroperateresearchequipmentforthedevelopmentofresearchdataasrequired.
- Planandcoordinatecomputerizedstatisticalanalysesforadvancedandcomprehensiveresearchprojects,whichincludeconsultingwithotherresearcherstoderiveanunderstandingofthehypothesisand experimentalapproachanddecidinguponappropriatestatisticalanalysesforvariousdesigns.
CORECOMPETENCIES:
- Abilitytodevelopandwritemanuscriptsandmakepresentations.
- Advancedknowledgeoftheprinciplesandtechniquesofthesubject discipline.
- Knowledgeofmodernresearchmethods,datacollectionandanalysisandskillintheirapplication.
- Skillinleading,orcoordinatingtheworkofothers.
- CompetenceinbothoralandwrittenEnglish.
- Abilitytoestablishandmaintaineffectiveandharmoniousworkrelations
- withfaculty,staff,students,universityofficialsandthegeneralpublic.
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:
Ph.D.economicsorresearchdisciplinerelatedtotheeconomics.
Compliance Salary Range Disclosure
$70,000-79,000
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