Post Doc

University of Texas at Arlington; Arlington (TX); On-site; USD 50,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Texas at Arlington is seeking a Post Doctoral Fellow in youth behavioral health policy and services research. The position involves grant writing, data analysis, and professional mentorship, providing an excellent opportunity for scholarly development. The successful candidate will engage in impactful research while receiving guidance from an NIH funded researcher.

Qualifications

• Experience applying for external funding.
• Successful record of publication in peer-reviewed journals.
• Doctoral-level course in grant writing.

Responsibilities

• Grant writing and manuscript preparation.
• Conduct quantitative and qualitative research.
• Mentorship and training for students.

Skills

Grant writing

Quantitative data analysis

Qualitative data analysis

Education

PhD in Social Work, Psychology, Public Health or related healthcare field

Job description

Please see Special Instructions for more details.

• Writing Sample – either a first-authored journal article or an example grant application.
• Contact information for 3 references

Review of applications will begin immediately and will continue until the position is filled.

TheSchool of Social Work at the University of Texas at Arlington invites applications for a post-doctoral scholar in the area of youth behavioral health policy and services research for a term of two years. The Fellow will receive targeted mentorship and training from an NIH funded researcher to continue to develop health services and policy research skills, grant writing experience, and advance their publication agenda.

Benefits at UTA

We are proud to offer a comprehensive benefits package to all our employees at the University.

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CBC Requirement

It is the policy of The University of Texas at Arlington to conduct a criminal background check on any applicant who is under final consideration for employment with the University.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Grant writing; manuscript preparation/revision; quantitative and qualitative data collection, cleaning, and analysis; project management; professional training and development activities; service to the School of Social Work; undergraduate and/or graduate student mentorship.

Required Qualifications

• PhD in Social Work, Psychology, Public Health or related healthcare field.
• Prior scholarly work in the area of health policy and services research.
• Experience applying for external funding (dissertation funding, foundation funding or federal funding.)
• Successful record of publication in peer-reviewed journals.

Preferred Qualifications

• Has completed doctoral-level course in grant writing.
• Has successfully obtained internal or external research funding.
• Scholarly work in the area of child or youth mental health policy and services research.
• 2+ years of direct mental health service experience.
• Strong quantitative data analysis skills

Special Conditions for Eligibility

Department Information

The School of Social Work at The University of Texas at Arlington is one of the most prestigious schools for Social Work in the nation and has the most diverse program offerings in Texas. The UTA School of Social Work ranks in the 96th percentile for overall research productivity among social work faculty in the United States and in the 84th percentile for national research awards (Academic Analytics, 2023). For over 50 years, we’ve been dedicated to educating and developing leaders and scholars committed to social justice. Over that time, we have introduced four-degree programs, six online graduate certificates, three undergraduate minors, and more.

University Information

The University of Texas at Arlington is located in the heart of the Dallas-Fort Worth-Arlington metroplex, a vibrant and diverse metropolitan area that is home to over 7 million people, one of the fastest-growing tech economies in the United States, and a wide array of arts, entertainment, and cultural activities. UTA is a comprehensive teaching, research, and public service institution dedicated to the advancement of knowledge through scholarship and creative work. The University is committed to providing access and ensuring student success, and to a culture of innovation, entrepreneurship, and commercialization of discoveries by our community of scholars. With an enrollment of more than 40,000 students, UTA is the second largest in the University of Texas System. As a result of its combination of rigorous academics and innovative research, UTA is designated as a Carnegie R-1 “Very High Research Activity” institution. UTA ranks No. 4 nationally in Military Times’ annual “Best for Vets: Colleges” list and is among the top 30 performers nationwide for promoting social mobility of its graduates (U.S. News & World Report, 2023). UTA is designated by the U.S. Department of Education as both a Hispanic-Serving Institution ( HSI ) and an Asian American and Native American Pacific Islander-Serving Institution ( AANAPISI ), and it has one of the top 5 most ethnically diverse undergraduate student bodies in the United States (U.S. News & World Report, 2023). Its approximately 270,000 alumni, including some who occupy leadership positions at many of the 24 Fortune 500 companies headquartered in North Texas, contribute to UTA’s $22.2 billion annual economic impact on Texas.

Furthermore, UTA is poised to experience widespread growth in the near future. The university recently launched the first phase of its RISE 100 initiative aimed at recruiting 100 new tenure-system faculty to amplify research standing and position UTA as a leader in key scholarly areas; more details are available at https://www.uta.edu/administration/president/strategic-plan/rise100 . The successful candidate for this position will have the opportunity to join UTA during an exciting period of growth and contribute as the university broadens its impact.

Working Title

Working Title Post Doctoral Fellow – Behavioral Health Policy and Services Research

EEO Statement

It is the policy of The University of Texas at Arlington ( UTA or The University) to provide an educational and working environment that provides equal opportunity to all members of the University community. In accordance with federal and state law, the University prohibits unlawful discrimination, including harassment, on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, pregnancy, disability, genetic information, and/or veteran status. The University also prohibits discrimination on the basis of gender identity, and gender expression. Retaliation against persons who oppose a discriminatory practice, file a charge of discrimination, or testify for, assist in, or participate in an investigative proceeding relating to discrimination is prohibited. Constitutionally-protected expression will not be considered discrimination or harassment under this policy. It is the responsibility of all departments, employees, and students to ensure the University’s compliance with this policy.

ADA Accommodations

The University of Texas at Arlington is committed to providing reasonable accommodation to individuals with disabilities. If you require reasonable accommodation in completing this application, interviewing or otherwise participating in the employee selection process, please direct your inquiries to 817-272-5554 or email [e-mail] .

• Writing Sample – either a first-authored journal article or an example grant application.
• Contact information for 3 references

Review of applications will begin immediately and will continue until the position is filled.

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

• * Do you have a PhD in social work, psychology, public health or related healthcare field?
  • Yes
  • No

Documents Needed To Apply

Required Documents

Curriculum Vitae

Cover/Interest Letter

Writing Sample

Optional Documents