Post-Doc Research Associate Nova Southeastern University

VS-Postdoc; Fort Lauderdale (FL); On-site; USD 52,000 - 78,000; Full time

Job summary

Nova Southwestern University seeks a Post-Doc Research Associate to contribute as a skilled researcher on funded projects. The role involves collaboration with senior faculty, model design for data collection, and preparation of manuscripts and abstracts for dissemination.

The position emphasizes experimental design, data integrity, and potential supervision of visiting researchers, with duties spanning administrative and curricular contributions as needed.

Qualifications

• Doctoral degree required in related field.
• Experience in academic or laboratory research settings preferred.
• Familiarity with research methodologies and data analysis.

Responsibilities

• Conduct research on assigned projects and write results for publication.
• Design and apply models for data collection and analysis.
• Oversee data collection protocols and ensure data integrity.
• Develop instrumentation and methods for data gathering.
• Prepare manuscripts and collaborate on abstracts and talks.
• Collaborate on long‑range project planning and timelines.
• Possibly supervise staff and visiting researchers.
• Assist with program administration and budgeting.
• Contribute to curricular development and course instruction.
• Lead research committees as needed.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Chemistry knowledge

English language fluency

Mathematics knowledge

Reading comprehension

Active listening

Critical thinking

Science proficiency

Problem solving

Inductive reasoning

Information ordering

Selective attention

Written comprehension

Oral comprehension

Education

Doctoral degree

Job description

Post-Doc Research Associate Nova Southwestern University

Type: Full-Time

Pay Basis: Annually

Subject to Grant Funding: Yes

Application Due: 08/01/2026

Primary Purpose

In collaboration with senior research faculty and personnel, participates as a skilled individual contributor on one or more research projects in a specialized area.

Job Category: Exempt

Essential Job Functions

1. Conduct research in area of expertise, writing results for inclusion in broader research project. Designs and applies scientific and numerical models in research. Oversees development of data collection and instruments. Monitors integrity of data collection and use of protocols and procedures.
2. Designs instrumentation, theoretical models, equipment or other vehicles for data gathering and analysis.
3. Investigates, modifies, and applies new procedures, techniques or applications of technology, including the use of radioactive materials, integrating new findings in the field of study.
4. Reviews and critiques reports and analysis of other researchers and conducts ongoing, periodic, and final analyses of data, using specialized techniques and programming.
5. Writes and collaborates with other researchers on manuscripts, abstracts, and other publications of research findings. May present results of study at professional meetings and other forums.
6. Collaborates with other researchers on long‑range plans for project/program, acting as expert in specialized area.
7. May be responsible for administrative, financial, personnel and planning aspects of project. May oversee researchers and staff engaged in day‑to‑day operations.
8. May administer programs for visiting scholars, researchers and fellows.
9. May collaborate on new curricular offerings and course instruction.
10. May lead research and project committees.
11. Performs other duties as assigned or required.

Job Requirements

Required Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities

1. Chemistry – Proficient knowledge of the chemical composition, structure, and properties of substances and of the chemical processes and transformations that they undergo. This includes uses of chemicals and interactions, dangersigns, production techniques, and disposal methods.
2. English Language – Knowledge of the structure and content of the English language including the meaning and spelling of words, rules of composition, and grammar.
3. Mathematics – Knowledge of arithmetic, algebra, geometry, calculus, statistics, and their applications.

Skills

1. Reading Comprehension – Proficient understanding of written sentences and paragraphs in work‑related documents.
2. Active Listening – Proficient skills in giving full attention to what other people are saying, taking time to understand the points being made, asking questions as appropriate, and not interrupting at inappropriate times.
3. Critical Thinking – Proficient skills in using logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions, or approaches to problems.
4. Science – Proficient skills using scientific rules and methods to solve problems.
5. Complex Problem Solving – Proficient skills in identifying complex problems and reviewing related information to develop and evaluate options and implement solutions.
6. Active Learning – Proficient skills in understanding the implications of new information for both current and future problem‑solving and decision‑making.
7. Judgment and Decision Making – Proficient skills in considering the relative costs and benefits of potential actions to choose the appropriate one.
8. Speaking – Proficient skills in talking to others to convey information effectively.
9. Systems Analysis – Proficient skills in determining how a system should work and how changes in conditions, operations, and the environment will affect outcomes.

Abilities

1. Inductive Reasoning – The ability to combine pieces of information to form general rules or conclusions (including finding a relationship among seemingly unrelated events).
2. Information Ordering – The ability to arrange things or actions in a certain order or pattern according to a specific rule or set of rules (e.g., patterns of numbers, letters, words, pictures, mathematical operations).
3. Selective Attention – The ability to concentrate on a task over a period of time without being distracted.
4. Written Comprehension – The ability to read and understand information and ideas in writing so others will understand.
5. Category Flexibility – The ability to generate or use different sets of rules for combining or grouping things in different ways.
6. Deductive Reasoning – The ability to apply general rules to specific problems to produce answers that make sense.
7. Oral Comprehension – The ability to listen to and understand information and ideas presented through spoken words and sentences.

Physical Requirements

1. Near Vision – Must be able to see details at close range (within a few feet of the observer).
2. Speech Clarity – Must be able to speak clearly so others can understand you.
3. Speech Recognition – Must be able to identify and understand the speech of another person.
4. May be exposed to short, intermittent, and/or prolonged periods of sitting and/or standing in performance of job duties.
5. May be required to accomplish job duties using various types of equipment/supplies, to include but not limited to pens, pencils, and computer keyboards.

Required Certifications / Licensures

Required Education: Doctoral Degree

Major (if required: In related field)

Required Experience: 0-2 years of experience in an academic or laboratory research environment.

Preferred Qualifications

1. Previous experience working with mice and behavioral testing.
2. Previous experience working with radioactive materials.
3. Previous experience with immunohistochemical and other histochemical staining procedures.
4. Previous experience with image analysis using NIH ImageJ.

Is this a safety sensitive position? No

Pre-Employment Conditions

Sensitivity Disclaimer: Nova Southwestern University is in full compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and does not discriminate with regard to applicants or employees with disabilities and will make reasonable accommodation when necessary.

NSU is an Equal Opportunity Employer and considers applicants for all positions without regard to race, color, religion, creed, gender, national origin, age, disability, marital or veteran status or any other legally protected status.