UAMS - University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences
Post-Doctoral Fellow
UAMS - University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences, Little Rock, Arkansas, United States, 72208
Post-Doctoral Fellow – UAMS
We’re seeking a passionate and driven Post-Doctoral Fellow to join our innovative team advancing new approaches to support postpartum opioid use recovery. This position will take a leading role in developing and disseminating findings from NIH-funded studies exploring how caregiving, social connections, mood, pain, and hormones influence substance use during and after pregnancy. The role offers opportunities to expand into related areas such as maternal and infant health and to work with diverse data sources, including electronic health records and disease registries. You’ll receive strong mentorship from Dr. Alicia Allen, Director of the National Center for Opioid Research and Clinical Efficacy (NCOR), and gain hands‑on experience in advanced analytics, scientific writing, grant preparation, and community collaboration.
Responsibilities
Utilize existing data to propose new projects aligned with PI, team, and center goals.
Complete literature reviews and conduct statistical analyses.
Draft, revise, and submit manuscripts and grant applications for publication.
Present research findings at conferences and participate in professional development activities.
Assist in identifying applicable funding opportunities and perform assigned duties.
Qualifications
Ph.D. in epidemiology, public health, biostatistics, nursing, psychology, neuroscience, clinical/translational sciences, or related field required.
All But Dissertation (ABD) candidates will be considered eligible if the doctoral degree is conferred by the appointment start date.
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
Excellent written and oral communication.
Exceptional organizational skills.
Interest in maternal and child health, substance use disorder, or related research areas.
Experience with preparing peer‑reviewed publications.
Proficiency in statistical programming in R and/or SAS.
Salary Commensurate with education and experience.
Required Documents
Curriculum Vitae
Application Instructions Please contact askrecruitment@uams.edu 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.
Equal Opportunity Employer The University of Arkansas is an equal opportunity institution. The University does not discriminate in its education programs or activities on the basis of any protected class. Persons must have proof of legal authority to work in the United States on the first day of employment. Persons must submit background checks as required.
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Responsibilities
Utilize existing data to propose new projects aligned with PI, team, and center goals.
Complete literature reviews and conduct statistical analyses.
Draft, revise, and submit manuscripts and grant applications for publication.
Present research findings at conferences and participate in professional development activities.
Assist in identifying applicable funding opportunities and perform assigned duties.
Qualifications
Ph.D. in epidemiology, public health, biostatistics, nursing, psychology, neuroscience, clinical/translational sciences, or related field required.
All But Dissertation (ABD) candidates will be considered eligible if the doctoral degree is conferred by the appointment start date.
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
Excellent written and oral communication.
Exceptional organizational skills.
Interest in maternal and child health, substance use disorder, or related research areas.
Experience with preparing peer‑reviewed publications.
Proficiency in statistical programming in R and/or SAS.
Salary Commensurate with education and experience.
Required Documents
Curriculum Vitae
Application Instructions Please contact askrecruitment@uams.edu 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.
Equal Opportunity Employer The University of Arkansas is an equal opportunity institution. The University does not discriminate in its education programs or activities on the basis of any protected class. Persons must have proof of legal authority to work in the United States on the first day of employment. Persons must submit background checks as required.
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