Research Fellow jobs in Maryland

Job Title: Postdoctoral Research Fellow

Description The Behavioral Health Operational Solutions & Technology (BHOOST) section of the Research Transition Office (RTO) in the Center of Military Psychiatry and Neuroscience (CMPN) at Walter Reed Army Institute of Research (WRAIR) is seeking a graduate or postdoctoral fellow in psychology, education, public health, or a related field.

What will I be doing and why I should apply?

As a postdoctoral research fellow with BHOOST RTO, you will experience collaborating with various Department of Defense (DoD) agencies on projects ranging from device capability evaluations, examination of objective physiological metrics to detect stress, behavioral health conditions, and neurological disruption, and developing specialized trainings to address secondary traumatic stress.

As a Postdoctoral Research Fellow, you will:

·       Design research projects and protocols

·       Conduct focus groups and interviews

·       Conduct complex statistical analyses (qualitative, quantitative, and mixed methods)

·       Prepare and present research findings through briefs, technical reports, conference posters, and empirical manuscripts for scientific publication

·       Assist with grant writing and preparation

·       Collaborate with other research team members and provide training support to other team members as needed

The training environment provides both advanced research training, career preparation, and access to the military research network (e.g., Defense Health Agency, Army Futures Command).

This Fellowship is a non-clinical training experience that does not include formal opportunities for accruing clinical hours for licensure or credentialing. At the completion of the training experience, you will have the skills and experience necessary to become independent scientists with expertise in military psychology.

Where will I be located?

Silver Spring, Maryland

Remote location negotiable

What is the anticipated start date?

The WRAIR is ready to make appointments in June 2024. Exact start dates will be determined at the time of selection and in coordination with the selected candidate. Applications are reviewed on an ongoing basis and internships will be filled as qualified candidates are identified.

What is the appointment length?

This appointment is a twelve-month research appointment, with the possibility to be renewed for additional research periods. Appointments may be extended depending on funding availability, project assignment, program rules, and availability of the participant.

What are the benefits?

You will receive a stipend to be determined by WRAIR. Stipends are typically based on a participant’s academic standing, discipline, experience, and research facility location.

Other benefits may include the following:

Health Insurance Supplement

Relocation Allowance

Training and Travel Allowance

About the Walter Reed Army Institute of Research (WRAIR)

The WRAIR aims to conduct biomedical research that is responsive to Department of Defense and service requirements and delivers lifesaving products including knowledge, technology and medical material that sustain the combat effectiveness of the warfighter. WRAIR provides unique research capabilities and innovative medical solutions to a range of Force Health Protection and Readiness challenges currently facing U.S. Service Members, along with threats anticipated during future operations. These research opportunities include ongoing efforts to identify and treat traumatic brain injury as well as to understand and mitigate the deleterious effects of repeated exposures to blast. For more information about the WRAIR, please visit www.wrair.health.mil.

Qualifications The qualified candidate will have received a Doctoral degree in psychology, education, public health, or a related field, or be currently pursuing a degree with an

anticipated graduation date no later than August 31, 2024.

U.S. citizenship or permanent resident is required.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Required:

·       Experience in research project planning, generating and collecting data, and analyzing data.

·       Excellent communication, organization, and prioritization skills.

·       Experience in preparation of scientific publications and/or presentations.

·       Demonstration of initiative, motivation, creativity, goal-orientation, collaboration, and leadership skills.

·       Must be proficient in Microsoft Office programs including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.

Highly competitive applicants will also have one or more of the following:

·       Knowledge of applicable scientific procedures and techniques relating to position

·       Experience with statistical programs, such as SPSS and/or R.

·       Experience with quantitative and qualitative data analysis

·       Knowledge of electronic survey platforms (e.g., Qualtrics or REDCap)

Physical Capabilities: work may involve long periods of standing, interacting with research volunteers, and travel for data collection or training opportunities.