Research Foundation for the State University of New York
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Details
Posted: 07-Feb-25
Location: Albany, New York
Type: Full Time
Salary: $60,000 - $65,000
Categories:
Academic / Research
Research Positions
Sector:
College / University
Required Education:
Doctorate
Additional Information:
2 openings available.
Internal Number: R25-02
Postdoctoral Associate R25-02 - 2 positions
About RF for SUNY at the University at Albany:
Employment is with The Research Foundation for the State University of New York, a private, nonprofit, educational corporation that provides essential sponsored program administration and innovation support services to SUNY faculty and students whose ideas and research generate ground-breaking discovery and translate to entrepreneurial and economic development opportunities for New York State.
Working at the SUNY Research Foundation for the University at Albany, you will be part of a team that provides essential services to the University as it moves to the front ranks of American higher education, supporting the advancement of education, research and discovery. The University at Albany, a nationally recognized research university with outstanding faculty, researchers and staff, offers challenging, exciting and rewarding careers to those who seek opportunities to grow and excel.
Job Description:
Description of Duties:
Work collaboratively with Dr. Paul Morgan and a group of research scientists to conduct scientific investigations through analyses of a large-scale dataset including those using advanced quantitative methods. (e.g., latent class analysis, structural equation modeling, growth modeling, student fixed effects)
Lead and assist in writing scientific manuscripts for peer-reviewed journals as well as book chapters, reports, and op-eds.
Coordinate data analysis activities with multiple stakeholders including state and federal policymakers and educational personnel.
Contribute as co-author to the sections of the journal papers and reports.
Assist with Institutional Review Board and human subject protocols.
If of interest, participate in or lead methodological trainings in the lab and to UAlbany faculty on newly developed quantitative methods in psychology, epidemiology, and economics including those allowing for causal inferences and designed to empirically examine intersectionality.
The selected candidate will also have opportunities to be affiliated to schools and departments across UAlbany including the Schools of Public Health and Education.
Present analyses and represent the lab at scientific meetings and national conferences.
Other duties as assigned.
Requirements:
Minimum Qualifications:
A completed Ph.D. in public health, public policy, psychology, human development, education, quantitative methods, sociology, economics, or related field from a college or university accredited by the U.S. Department of Education or an internationally recognized accrediting organization.
Ability to clean, securely manage, and analyze large and complex datasets as well as to maintain documentation ensuring proper archiving and reproducibility.
Ability to work collaboratively and under the supervision of Dr. Paul Morgan and research scientists, leading to the successful completion of interdisciplinary research projects.
Ability to work independently and collaboratively to conduct rigorous analyses and produce high-quality papers, reports and op-eds including with Dr. Paul Morgan, other faculty, and research scientists.
A high level of professional behavior and initiative.
Must demonstrate strong organizational and time management skills, excellent oral and written communication skills, and advanced interpersonal and relationship-building skills working in an interdisciplinary team environment.
Applicants must demonstrate an ability to develop inclusive and equitable relationships within our diverse campus community.
Applicants must demonstrate an ability to support diversity, equity, access, inclusion, and belonging, relative to their role.
Preferred Qualifications:
Demonstrable expertise including through completed coursework, methodological trainings, and peer-reviewed publications in using advanced quantitative methods to analyze large-scale and longitudinal datasets.
Prior experience in conducting analyses for writing and submitting peer-reviewed journal articles as a first and/or contributing author.
Highly proficient in using statistical software including in Stata, MPlus, R, and/or SPSS
Interest and experience in working on grant-funded projects and/or submitting grant proposals to federal agencies or private foundations. Experience working as part of an interdisciplinary research team and ability to coordinate multiple large projects to completion.
Knowledge of and commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion in the workplace.
Ability to incorporate feedback and revise initial analyses as needed.
Additional Information:
Salary Range: $60,000 - $65,000
Federal law and regulations require notice to all prospective employees regarding crimes that have occurred on campus in the current three-year period. Please refer to the following website for the complete Annual Security Report ("Clery Report"): http://police.albany.edu/asr.htm
As an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer, The Research Foundation for SUNY will not discriminate in its employment practices due to an applicant's race, color, creed, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, transgender status, age, national origin, marital status, citizenship, physical and mental disability, criminal record, genetic information, predisposition or carrier status, status with respect to receiving public assistance, domestic violence victim status, a disabled, special, recently separated, active duty wartime, campaign badge, Armed Forces service medal veteran, or any other characteristics protected under applicable law.
The Research Foundation for The State University of New York offers exceptional benefits such as healthcare, dental, vision, pension plans, competitive pay, generous paid time off, tuition assistance, life insurance and long-term disability insurance. The University at Albany offers a variety of performing arts, world class libraries, and competitive sporting events.
Application Instructions:
Persons interested in the above position should submit a resume, three work-related references, along with a cover letter.
Priority review of applications will begin on 3/31/25 and continue until the position is filled.
