Postdoctoral Associate

The George Washington University; Washington (District of Columbia); Hybrid; USD 61,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in higher education seeks a Postdoctoral Associate to contribute to groundbreaking research in adolescent sexual health. This role involves managing data analyses from a pivotal HIV prevention study, leading publications, and collaborating with faculty on impactful projects. The ideal candidate will have a strong analytical background, excellent communication skills, and a commitment to cultural competence. Join a dynamic team dedicated to improving health outcomes for sexual minority adolescents in a supportive and innovative environment. This position offers a unique opportunity to influence public health research and policy.

Benefits

Healthcare Benefits

Retirement Savings

Tuition Programs

Time Off & Leave

Qualifications

• PhD in relevant field required by employment date.
• Experience in longitudinal data analyses and publication record preferred.

Responsibilities

• Manage and analyze data from the PATHS RCT.
• Lead author on minimum of 2 papers using PATHS data.

Skills

Analytical Skills

Longitudinal Data Analyses

Statistical Analysis Software (SPSS, R, MPlus, SAS)

Writing and Oral Communication Skills

Cultural Competence

Education

PhD or equivalent qualification

Tools

SPSS

R

MPlus

SAS

Job description

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Posting Details

Please see Special Instructions for more details on GW jobs website.

Posting Details

Please see Special Instructions for more details on GW jobs website.

Appointments are limited-term and are designed for those who have recently received a doctorate. Appointments are made to academic departments with the approval of the department head and may require senior officer approval. Appointments are usually for not less than one term and are normally not renewed beyond a total of five years. This appointment is not intended for long-term, indefinite, or career appointments.

I. POSITION INFORMATION

Job Description Summary

The Department of Prevention and Community Health at George Washington University’s ( GWU ) Milken Institute School of Public Health invites applications for a postdoctoral fellow in the area of adolescent sexual health. The Parents and Adolescents Talking about Healthy Sexuality ( PATHS ) study is a randomized controlled trial ( RCT ) of a parent-focused HIV prevention intervention designed to reduce HIV risk and improve sexual health outcomes among sexual minority adolescent boys. For the trial, we have collected data from 350 parent-teen dyads who are assessed every three months over the course of a year. The postdoctoral fellow will carry out the primary data analyses to evaluate the trial outcomes, lead and support manuscripts reporting secondary findings of the study, and continue to grow their program of research. Opportunities exist for the postdoc to collaborate with other GWU faculty with datasets relevant to HIV prevention and sexual minority health in other adolescent and young adult populations.

Specific Responsibilities Include

• Support the primary outcomes papers from the PATHS RCT by managing and analyzing data from the PATHS RCT in collaboration with the study PI (Dr. David Huebner) and study Co-I (Dr. Brian Baucom).
• Using data from the PATHS project, conduct secondary analyses, interpret findings, and write up results as a lead author and as a co-author for professional presentations and peer-review manuscripts. These studies will focus primarily, though not exclusively, on how parent-adolescent dynamics influence sexual health and mental health for sexual minority adolescent boys.
• Within a 12-month period: Conference papers –using PATHS data, submit a minimum of 2 lead-author papers, and contribute as co-author to an additional 2 papers from the PATHS data that will be submitted to professional conferences. Peer-reviewed publications – using PATHS data, serve as lead author on a minimum of 2 papers, and co-author on a minimum of 2 papers, submitted for publication to peer-reviewed journals.
• Spend up to 20% time developing grant proposal submissions and collaborating with other GWU faculty to develop manuscripts.
• Provide support, supervision, and mentorship as appropriate to junior members of the PATHS research team.
  
  

Minimum Qualifications

Applicants must have fulfilled all requirements for the award of a PhD or equivalent qualification in a relevant field by the date of employment.

Desired Qualifications

• Strong Analytical Skills. Experience and training in longitudinal data analyses, particularly multi-level modeling and structural equation modeling. Proficiency in statistical analysis software (e.g., SPSS , R, MPlus, SAS ).
• Publication Record. Evidence of scholarly productivity, including peer-reviewed publications in reputable academic journals and/or manuscripts under review and in preparation.
• Excellent Writing and Oral Communication Skills. Ability to communicate research findings effectively through oral presentations, conference talks, and written manuscripts. Ability to interact effectively and respectfully with interdisciplinary team of PATHS co-investigators.
• Content Area Expertise. Substantive experience conducting research in a topical area relevant to the PATHS trial (e.g., sexual and gender minority health, HIV prevention, or sexual health among adolescents or young adults).
• Cultural Competence and Ethical Conduct. Demonstrated commitment to working in a culturally competent and ethical manner with ethnically and sexually diverse adolescents and their families.
• Flexibility and Adaptability. Ability to adapt to changing research priorities and to work effectively in a dynamic research environment.
• Professional References. Please provide the names and contact information for two academic mentors or supervisors who can attest to the candidate’s qualifications and potential for success in this postdoctoral position.
  
  

Hiring Range $61,008-$65,000

Healthcare Benefits

GW offers a comprehensive benefit package for Postdoc Associates and Scholars that includes medical, dental, vision, life & disability insurance, time off & leave, well-being and various voluntary benefits. Postdoc Scholars may also be eligible for retirement savings and tuition programs. For program details and eligibility, please visit https://hr.gwu.edu/postdoc_benefits.

II. POSITION INFORMATION

Posting Number P010093

Job Open Date 02/07/2025

Job Close Date

Part-time / Full-time PF Post Doc Full Time Exempt

Total Hours per Week 40

Work Schedule M-F 9am-5pm

Campus Location Foggy Bottom, Washington, D.C.

College/School/Department: Milken Institute School of Public Health (SPH)

Expected duration of appointment 2 Years

Position Designation Hybrid

Special Instructions to Applicants

Employees in this subfamily are responsible for designing and conducting experiments in a controlled laboratory setting. Duties may include performing experiments, collecting, analyzing and reporting data.

Required Background Check Criminal History Screening, Education/Degree/Certifications Verification, Social Security Number Trace, and Sex Offender Registry Search

EEO Statement

The university is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer that does not unlawfully discriminate in any of its programs or activities on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or on any other basis prohibited by applicable law.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Not Applicable

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Research, Analyst, and Information Technology

• Industries

  Higher Education and Research Services

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