Post Doctoral Fellow - School of Public Health/Epidemiology and Biostatistics

The School of Public Health Department of Epidemiology and Biostatistics at West Virginia University is currently accepting applications for a Post Doctoral Fellow.

About the Opportunity

Contribute to a robust research agenda in the Rudisill research laboratory that focuses on injury epidemiology including transportation safety, substance use, and injury policy. This postdoctoral scholar will work closely under the supervision of Dr. Toni Marie Rudisill within ongoing projects spanning a randomized control trial investigating the effects of cannabidiol on driving performance and behavior along with mixed methods projects evaluating clinic-based interventions. There are opportunities for conducting independent research as well as for collaborating on multi-scholar research initiatives/projects.

We strongly believe in work-life balance and keeping time for things we love outside our work. WVU offers generous benefits, including:

• 37.5-hour work week
• 13 paid holidays (staff holiday calendar)
• 24 annual leave (vacation) days per year (employee leave)
• 18 sick days per year (for when you're ill, for when you need time to care for sick family, for your own, or your family's, regularly scheduled medical appointments. Who is family for the purpose of this leave? A lot of people in your life including immediate relatives and in-laws as well as others considered to be members of your household living under the same roof)
• WVU offers a range of health insurance and other benefits
• 401(a) retirement savings with 6% employee contribution match, eligibility to continue health insurance, and other retiree perks. Looking for more retirement benefits information? Check out retirement health insurance benefits, retirement income, and FAQ's.
• Wellness programs

What You'll Do

• Lead ongoing extramurally funded and pilot projects, including protocol design, project administration, project management, data collection, and analysis
• Develop and disseminate scholarly research as peer-reviewed abstracts and manuscripts
• Participate as an active collaborator in grant writing for future projects and initiatives
• Present at select national scientific meetings
• Mentor undergraduate and graduate students within the research lab
• Assist in teaching classes

• Doctoral degree in epidemiology, public health, or a closely related field
• A minimum of 0-1 year of experience in the following:
  
  
  
  • Conducted independent statistical analyses of observational or experimental health-related data
  • Designed, conducted, and disseminated an independent research project in the injury epidemiology field
  
  
  
  
• All qualifications must be met by the time of employment.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• The selected candidate must be able to meet eligibility requirements for work in the United States at the time the appointment is scheduled to begin and to continue working legally for the proposed term of the appointment.
• Excellent project management and time management skills
• Strong data analytic skills, including proficient knowledge and use of SAS statistical software
• Excellent teamwork and communication skills
• Scientific writing skills demonstrated through peer-reviewed publications
• Strong interpersonal and mentoring skills

• Valid driver's license. The candidate may have to transport study participants from the local area home after participation in research projects.

West Virginia University is a place of purpose and community. We take pride in our profound impact on the state of West Virginia and are committed to the personal and professional growth of our employees.

From the groundbreaking R1 research at our flagship campus in Morgantown to the career-oriented programs at WVU Potomac State in Keyser, and the technology-intensive programs at WVU Tech in Beckley, the contributions of WVU employees resonate across the state, touching lives and shaping futures.

At WVU, you will discover a supportive community that champions work-life balance and fosters a collaborative atmosphere. Our core values - service, curiosity, respect, accountability and appreciation - unite us as Mountaineers.

We are dedicated to creating an inclusive and engaging working environment and actively seek candidates who bring diverse ideas, approaches and experiences.

Join us at West Virginia University, where your work will make a lasting impact. To learn more about WVU, visit wvu.edu.

West Virginia University is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and received an NSF ADVANCE award for gender equity. We value diversity among our faculty, staff and students and invite applications from all qualified applicants regardless of race, ethnicity, color, religion, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, nationality, genetics, disability, or Veteran status.