What are the responsibilities and job description for the Postdoctoral Fellow (COVID Project) position at NDRI USA?
Mission Statement: We aim to dynamically develop, conduct, and disseminate cutting-edge research that addresses significant societal problems, informs policy, and improves public health and quality of life. To achieve this mission, we create an interdisciplinary and collaborative environment that promotes the creation and successful conduct of innovative research that impacts the populations and communities served.
*Values: As a leading-edge not-for-profit research organization, we understand the trends and forces impacting people's well-being and health. We are committed to an iterative learning process focused on supporting and educating these populations and improving their health and quality of life.
*Vision: To innovate and lead globally in developing high-impact, actionable research and consultative and educational solutions to pressing public health problems.
Job Title: Postdoctoral Fellow
Part Time Position 22.5 hours (3 days) per week for 16 weeks (April to August)
Salary Range: Biweekly $1350 to $1440
General Position Description: Under the direction of the Principal Investigator, Ian David Aronson, Ph.D., the Postdoctoral Fellow, will be part of a large project designed to encourage participants to vaccinate against COVID-19. The project is in the Center for Technology-based Education and Community Health at NDRI-USA and is funded by NIH/NIDA. The position offers extensive publication opportunities and experience working with an established team of professional researchers.
RESPONSIBILITIES
· Conduct thorough literature reviews.
· Work closely with the Principal Investigator and other study team members to analyze data and write up study findings.
· Assist in interpretation of qualitative and quantitative findings.
· Gain knowledge of and remain current on relevant scientific and industry research techniques.
· Interface with internal and external scientists on collaborative programs.
· Other job duties as assigned.
QUALIFICATIONS:
· Earned doctorate in the social and behavioral sciences or a related field is preferred. Advanced students who are close to degree completion will also be considered.
· Ability to work onsite in New York City at the direction of study leadership.
· Experience working with people who use drugs.
· Lived or living experience with substance use and/or the criminal justice system are also desired.
· Excellent written communication skills required.
· Collaborative work style with eagerness to continually learn and grow.
Salary : $1,350 - $1,440
