The School of Health and Human Sciences (HHS) at UNC Greensboro is seeking a Research Scholar to serve as the statistician/research methodologist in the Office of Research. This is a permanent, 12-month NON-faculty position in which the individual will be supervised by the Associate Dean for Research. Time and funding for professional development related to remaining abreast of cutting-edge techniques will be provided. There is no expectation that the individual maintains an independent line of research. Rather, they will either play a highly valued support role to or become an integral member of collaborative research teams led by faculty in HHS. This includes assisting with data analytic plans for external grant proposals and/or serving as a co-investigator in the statistician/methodologist role. They may also publish on cutting-edge methodological techniques and approaches if desired. Faculty in the 11 highly ranked HHS departments/programs (Communication Sciences and Disorders, Community and Therapeutic Recreation, Genetic Counseling, Gerontology, Human Development & Family Studies, Human Health Sciences, Kinesiology, Nutrition, Peace & Conflict Studies, Public Health Education, Social Work) successfully secure over $10 million annually in external contracts and grants to conduct basic, applied, and/or community engaged research that meaningfully enhances the health and well-being of individuals, families, organizations, and communities. Sample areas of inquiry include reducing childhood obesity, preventing Alzheimer’s disease, promoting mental health, promoting sexual and reproductive health, reducing health and educational disparities, promoting vaccination uptake, addressing workforce needs related to the Opioid epidemic, and combatting structural racism. Recent funders include the National Institutes of Health, the National Science Foundation, the Institute of Educational Sciences, the Health Resources and Services Administration, The Gates Foundation, The Robert Wood Johnson Foundation, as well as state and local foundations and agencies. The School of HHS embodies a culture of care and inclusiveness, and the Office of Research is committed to supporting the development of the selected applicant to promote career longevity/success in the position over time. Candidates with a passion for and expertise in analytic methods who wish to contribute meaningfully to collaborative research efforts led by faculty are encouraged to apply.
Review of applications will begin August 1 and continue until the position is filled.
Full details are available here: https://spartantalent.uncg.edu/postings/29424
Questions about the position may be directed to Associate Dean for Research, Esther Leerkes at emleerke@uncg.edu .