Post Doc Assoc - Multiple Vacancies

Rutgers University; Piscataway Township (NJ); Hybrid; USD 20,000 - 200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, prescription drug, and dental

Paid vacation, holidays, and leave

Retirement benefits

Educational benefits

Life insurance

Employee discounts

Job summary

Rutgers University seeks a Postdoctoral Fellow for the Behavioral Research and Training Institute within Rutgers University Behavioral Health Care. The role focuses on research and clinical activities in integrated care and addiction psychology.

The Fellow will design and manage research projects, prepare grant proposals, and contribute to manuscripts for journals, under AVP supervision. A strong publication record is desirable, with flexibility for hybrid work arrangements.

Qualifications

• PhD, MD or MD/PhD in clinical or counseling psychology. Candidates in all but degree (ABD) status will also be considered.
• Excellent communication, organizational, and problem-solving abilities.
• Ability to interact with investigators and interdisciplinary teams.

Responsibilities

• Conceptualizes, designs and implements research and program evaluation projects.
• Identifies research projects contributing to integrated behavioral health and psychology.
• Translates ideas into concrete, implementable research plans that meet scientific standards.

Skills

Enthusiasm

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Project management

Independent & team work

Education

PhD/MD in clinical psychology

Job description

Overview

Rutgers University Behavioral Health Care (UBHC), established in 1971, offers a full continuum of evidence based behavioral health and addiction services for children, adolescents, adults, and seniors throughout New Jersey. UBHC’s 1,060 experienced behavioral health professionals and support staff are dedicated to treatment, prevention, and education. UBHC , one of the largest providers of behavioral health care in the country, has a budget of $260 million and has 15 sites throughout New Jersey. Services are readily accessible and include: inpatient, outpatient, partial hospitalization, screening, crisis stabilization, family/caregiver support, community outreach and case management, supportive housing, supported employment, prevention and consultation, employee assistance programs, and a licensed therapeutic school from preschool through high school. Specialty services include the New Jersey suicide prevention helpline and peer help lines for police, veterans, active military, teachers, mothers of special needs children and child protective service workers. In FY2016, UBHC treated 16,199 consumers, had 24,502 admissions, and touched the lives of 19,441 individual callers through peer support. In addition, UBHC is the primary mental health training resource for the New Jersey departments of Human Services, Children and Families, and Corrections, delivering 16,000 trainings each year.

Posting Summary

Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey is seeking a Postdoctoral Fellow for the Behavioral Research and Training Institute (BRTI)– Center for Integrated Care within Rutgers University Behavioral Health Care.

The primary purpose of the Postdoctoral Fellow is to be responsible for research and clinical activities with the Behavioral Research and Training Institute.

Key Duties

• Conceptualizes, designs and implements research and program evaluation projects in support of the lab’s mission.
• Based on a thorough knowledge of the field and the research literature, identifies research projects that would contribute to increasing the body of knowledge related to integrated behavioral health, addiction, psychology.
• Translates research ideas into concrete, specific and implementable research projects that meet the standards of scientific inquiry and that comport with University requirements.
• Assists the AVP in the preparation of research proposals to obtain grant support from federal, state and local units of government, as well as foundations.
• Provides technical assistance to research lab based on needs assessment and data collection.
• Under the supervision of the AVP, manages and coordinates research projects.
• Remains up-to-date on the knowledge related to addiction, psychology, and integrated care through regular review of the professional literature.
• Prepares manuscripts summarizing the center’s research projects for submission to professional journals and publications.
• Conducts surveillance of funding opportunities from government and foundation sources and communicates relevant opportunities to the AVP.

FLSA

FLSA Exempt

Salary Details

Salary Details 75,000

Minimum Salary 20,000

Mid Range Salary 90,000

Maximum Salary 200,000

Offer Information

The final salary offer may be determined by several factors, including, but not limited to, the candidate’s qualifications, experience, and expertise, and availability of department or grant funds to support the position. We also take into consideration market benchmarks, if and when appropriate, and internal equity to ensure fair compensation relative to the university’s broader compensation structure. We are committed to offering competitive and flexible compensation packages to attract and retain top talent.

Benefits

• Medical, prescription drug, and dental coverage
• Paid vacation, holidays, and various leave programs
• Competitive retirement benefits, including defined contribution plans and voluntary tax-deferred savings options
• Employee and dependent educational benefits (when applicable)
• Life insurance coverage
• Employee discount programs

Position Status

Full Time

Working Hours

Standard Hours 37.50

Daily Work Shift

Day

Work Arrangement

Consistent with the current application of Rutgers Policy 60.3.22 or the applicable provisions of relevant collective negotiations agreements, this position may be eligible for a hybrid work arrangement. Flexible work arrangements are not permanent, are subject to change or discontinuation, and contingent on the employee receiving approval in the FlexWork@RU Application System.

Payroll Designation

PeopleSoft

Terms of Appointment

Staff - 12 month

Position Pension Eligibility

ABP

Minimum Education and Experience

• PhD, MD or MD/PhD in clinical or counseling psychology. Candidates in all but degree (ABD) status will also be considered.

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Enthusiastic, curious, and having excellent communication skills.
• Strong organizational, planning, project management, and problem solving skills.
• Ability to interact effectively and sustain relationships with investigators, colleagues and partners working in an interdisciplinary research setting.
• Ability to work independently and in teams.

Physical Demands and Work Environment

PHYSICAL DEMANDS : Frequent, prolonged sitting, moderate standing, moderate walking, bending, travel to various sites/locations. Extensive reading required. Extensive computer work required. Periodic speaking/lecturing for prolonged periods.

WORK ENVIRONMENT : Generally pleasant and collaborative work environment.

Location

Regional Campus: Rutgers Biomedical and Health Sciences (RBHS)

Home Location Campus: Piscataway (RBHS)

City: Piscataway

State: NJ

Posting Number

26ST1265

Pre-Employment Screenings

All offers of employment are contingent upon successful completion of all pre-employment screenings.

Immunization Requirements

Under Policy 100.3.1 Immunization Policy for Covered Individuals, if employment will commence during Flu Season, Rutgers University may require certain prospective employees to provide proof that they are vaccinated against Seasonal Influenza for the current Flu Season, unless the University has granted the individual a medical or religious exemption. Additional infection control and safety policies may apply. Prospective employees should speak with their hiring manager to determine which policies apply to the role or position for which they are applying. Failure to provide proof of vaccination for any required vaccines or obtain a medical or religious exemption from the University will result in rescission of a candidate’s offer of employment or disciplinary action up to and including termination.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

It is university policy to provide equal employment opportunity to all its employees and applicants for employment regardless of their race, creed, color, national origin, age, ancestry, nationality, marital or domestic partnership or civil union status, sex, pregnancy, gender identity or expression, disability status, liability for military service, protected veteran status, affectional or sexual orientation, atypical cellular or blood trait, genetic information (including the refusal to submit to genetic testing), or any other category protected by law. As an institution, we encourage all qualified applicants to apply. For additional information please see the Non-Discrimination Statement at the following web address: http://uhr.rutgers.edu/non-discrimination-statement

Supplemental Questions

• * Do you have a PhD, MD or MD/PhD in clinical or counseling psychology? (Candidates in all but degree (ABD) status will also be considered)

Required Documents

• Resume/CV

Optional Documents

• Cover Letter/Letter of Application

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