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Closing Date:

09/30/2024

Type of Position:

Research

Job Type:

RegularDay Shift (United States of America)No

Institution Name:

University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences

The University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences (UAMS) has a unique combination of education, research, and clinical programs that encourages and supports teamwork and diversity. We champion being a collaborative health care organization, focused on improving patient care and the lives of Arkansans.
 

UAMS offers amazing benefits and perks (available for benefits eligible positions only):

• Health: Medical, Dental and Vision plans available for qualifying staff and family
• Holiday, Vacation and Sick Leave
• Education discount for staff and dependents (undergraduate only)
• Retirement: Up to 10% matched contribution from UAMS
• Basic Life Insurance up to $50,000
• Career Training and Educational Opportunities
• Merchant Discounts
• Concierge prescription delivery on the main campus when using UAMS pharmacy

Below you will find the details for the position including any supplementary documentation and questions you should review before applying for the opening.  To apply for the position, please click the Apply link/button.

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Department:

CPH | Center for Study of Obesity

Department's Website:

Summary of Job Duties:

The Center for the Study of Obesity within the Fay W. Boozman College of Public Health is seeking a post-doctoral fellow for a two-year fixed term with possibility of extension. The successful candidate will be integral to achieving the Center’s research mission by engaging in applied research related to obesity, nutrient/food consumption, and policy/program evaluation. The successful candidate will play a central role in supporting the Center’s efforts on a National Institutes of Health (NIH) funded evaluation of a green schoolyard initiative taking place in Little Rock. The successful candidate will support the Center’s research mission to address health equity and diversity as described below in key responsibilities. The Center is committed to professional development of postdoctoral fellows. The College of Public Health has a successful track record of placing postdoctoral fellows in tenure track positions and in helping junior scholars secure pathway to independence funding through NIH K-awards and similar mechanisms. Postdoctoral fellows are encouraged to develop and submit such applications during their time at UAMS.

Qualifications:

• Doctoral degree with experience in exercise science, human nutrition, child development, the behavioral sciences, and/or public health.

Special knowledge, abilities and skills:

• Ability to work in community-engaged research. 
• Works well with the public and be respectful of diverse cultures.
• Bilingual (Spanish) speaking is a plus.

Preferred Qualifications:

• One or more years of experience interacting with schools and community organizations (elementary and secondary school children is preferred).

Special Instructions to Applicants: Applicants should submit a curriculum vitae, names and contact information for three references, and a one-page specific aims document for a study the applicant would like to develop as a career development award.  Specific aims should be no more than one page and should follow guidance on page 85 of the following document: https://grants.nih.gov/grants/how-to-apply-application-guide/forms-h/career-forms-h.pdf .  The proposed study should align with the Center’s mission, which is to prevent and reduce obesity through programs that improve public health practice, inform policy, enable healthy lifestyles, and provide unparalleled professional opportunities for scholars working to improve the health of Arkansans in all parts of the state.  Applicants can reach out to Dr. Michael Thomsen, the Director of the Center, at [email protected] if there are questions about these application materials.”

Additional Information:

Responsibilities:

• Analyzes data and produce manuscripts for peer-reviewed journals.
• Data collection through accelerometry, surveys, recess observations, and interviews. Because many of these data collection activities will take place at local schools, the successful candidate will be required to undergo a background check through the partnering school district.
• Interacting with stakeholder groups including, but not restricted to, families of schoolchildren, school staff, government officials, non-profit entities, and community leaders.
• Facilitation of research studies and general data acquisition.
• Designing and implementing empirical strategies to address secondary and administrative datasets related to nutrition, health, and behavioral development.
• Developing background on policies and programs that affect diet, exercise, nutritional security, and other pathways to improve weight outcomes or improve management of obesity and obesity-related conditions.
• Supports grant writing efforts. The successful applicant is expected to pursue career development awards for his/her career advancement.
• Other duties as assigned

Salary Information:

Salary will be based on the NIH stipend table for post doctoral fellows.

Required Documents to Apply:

Curriculum Vitae, Resume

Special Instructions to Applicants:

All applicants must upload a resume/CV to be considered for the position. They must also upload the required documents indicated at the top of the job posting.

Please contact [email protected] for any recruiting related questions.

All application materials must be uploaded to the University of Arkansas System Career Site https://uasys.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/UASYS  

Please do not send to listed recruitment contact.

Pre-employment Screening Requirements:

No Background Check Required

This position is subject to pre-employment screening (criminal background, drug testing, and/or education verification). A criminal conviction or arrest pending adjudication alone shall not disqualify an applicant except as provided by law. Any criminal history will be evaluated in relationship to job responsibilities and business necessity.  The information obtained in these reports will be used in a confidential, non-discriminatory manner consistent with state and federal law. 

Constant Physical Activity:

Hearing, Manipulate items with fingers, including keyboarding, Sitting, Standing, Walking

Frequent Physical Activity:

Crouching, Driving, Grasping, Kneeling, Lifting, Pulling, Pushing, Reaching, Stooping, Talking

Occasional Physical Activity:

Balancing, Climbing, Feeling, Repetitive Motion

Benefits Eligible:

Yes