 Postdoctoral Scholar Location: SICCS Regular/Temporary: Regular Job ID: 607206 Full/Part Time: Full-Time Workplace Culture NAU aims to be the nation's preeminent engine of opportunity, vehicle of economic mobility, and driver of social impact by delivering equitable postsecondary value in Arizona and beyond. Special Information This position is subject to the availability of funding. The incumbent is not eligible for Service Professional non-renewal notice, or Classified Staff layoff or recall status. Job Description The Mihaljevic Lab at Northern Arizona University (NAU) is seeking applications for a Postdoctoral Scholar to support a recently funded research project within the Southwest Health Equity Research Collaborative (SHERC, National Institutes of Health U54). This five-year project will lead to an improved integration of the local effects of social determinants of health and human mobility into mathematical models of infectious disease, with the goal of providing more spatially refined, equity-minded predictions of disease transmission. The successful candidate will serve as a scientific lead for this ambitious research effort, with primary responsibility for guiding the intellectual development of mathematical and statistical modeling frameworks that are core deliverables of this grant. Key activities include: (a) working with the Principal Investigators to develop theoretical and computational frameworks that link host mobility, host-pathogen interactions, local host demographics, and heterogeneity among host populations; (b) envisioning, coding, and validating statistical algorithms to estimate the parameters of spatial epidemiological models; (c) coordination with diverse collaborators and stakeholders in academia and public health; and (d) potential co-supervision of one or more research assistants that will help with implementation work. While much initial and overall guidance will be provided, key requirements are the ability and curiosity to generate novel insights, write manuscripts, and manage sub-projects within the scope of the research program. The Postdoctoral Scholar will provide creative input to solve the many challenges encountered in innovation and research, while also completing research products in the form of written manuscripts and scientific presentations. The chosen candidate will work in collaboration with Dr. Mihaljevic and Dr. Doerry in the School of Informatics, Computing, and Cyber Systems, and Dr. Ye Chen in the Department of Mathematics and Statistics. There will also be opportunities to develop collaborations with researchers in the Center for Health Equity Research at NAU. Primary mentors: Dr. Joseph Mihaljevic (joseph.mihaljevic@nau.edu), Dr. Ye Chen (ye.chen@nau.edu), Dr. Eck Doerry (eck.doerry@nau.edu). Research & Publication - 65%
Data Metrics - 20%
Grant & Management - 5%
Academic/Lab Liason - 5%
Other - 5%
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Background Information Northern Arizona University requires satisfactory results for the following: a criminal background investigation, an employment history verification and a degree verification (in some cases) prior to employment. You may also be required to complete a fingerprint background check. Additionally, as an employer in the state of Arizona, NAU is required to participate in the federal E-Verify program that assists employers with verifying new employees' right to work in the United States. Finally, each year Northern Arizona University releases an Annual Security Report. The report is a result of a federal law known as the Clery Act. The report includes Clery reportable crime statistics for the three most recent completed calendar years and discloses procedures, practices and programs NAU uses to keep students and employees safe including how to report crimes or other emergencies occurring on campus. In addition, the Fire Safety Report is combined with the Annual Security Report for the NAU Flagstaff Mountain Campus as this campus has on-campus student housing. This report discloses fire safety policies and procedures related to on-campus student housing and statistics for fires that occurred in those facilities. If you would like a free paper copy of the report, please contact the NAUPD Records Department at (928) 523-8884 or by visiting the department at 525 E. Pine Knoll Drive in Flagstaff. Salary Anticipated salary range is $54,799 to $68,474. Annual salary commensurate with candidate's qualifications and related experience. FLSA Status This position is exempt from the overtime provisions of the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) and therefore will not earn overtime or compensatory time for additional time worked. Benefits Post-Doctoral Scholars are hired on a contract basis, renewable each fiscal year for a maximum of 4 renewals (5 years) according to terms of the Arizona Board of Regents' Conditions of Post-Doctoral Service. NAU offers an excellent benefit package to Post-Doctoral Scholars including generous health, dental and vision insurance; 10 days of vacation and 10 holidays per year; and tuition reduction for employees and qualified family members. New employees are eligible for benefits on the first day of the pay period following their enrollment, after their employment date. Employees will have 31 days from their start date to enroll in benefits. Participation in NAU retirement plans is not available to Post-Doctoral Scholars. More information on benefits at NAU is available at the NAU HR benefits page. Learning and Development Your career at Northern Arizona University includes the opportunity for professional development. New employee on-boarding training includes courses to be completed within the first 30 days. Application Deadline May 30, 2023 at 11:59 p.m. How to Apply To apply for this position, please click on the "Apply" button on this page. You must submit your application by clicking on the "Submit" button by midnight of the application deadline. If you need assistance completing your application there are instructions available on the Human Resources website or in person in the Human Resources Department located in Building 91 on the NAU Campus - on the corner of Beaver and DuPont Streets. If you are an individual with a disability and need reasonable accommodation to participate in the hiring process, please contact the Disability Resources Office at 928-523-8773, DR@nau.edu, or PO Box 5633, Flagstaff AZ 86011. Equal Employment Opportunity Northern Arizona University is a committed Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Institution. Women, minorities, veterans and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply. NAU is responsive to the needs of dual career couples. Know Your Rights Poster NAU is an Employer of National Service. AmeriCorps, Peace Corps, and other National Service alumni are encouraged to apply. To apply, visit https://hr.peoplesoft.nau.edu/psp/ph92prta/EMPLOYEE/HRMS/c/HRS_HRAM.HRS_APP_SCHJOB.GBL?Page=HRS_APP_JBPST&Action=U&FOCUS=Applicant&SiteId=1&JobOpeningId=607206&PostingSeq=1 Copyright ©2022 Jobelephant.com Inc. All rights reserved. Posted by the FREE value-added recruitment advertising agency jeid-469391305c5165448024d15863822684 Northern Arizona University requires satisfactory results for the following: a criminal background investigation, an employment history verification and a degree verification (in some cases) prior to employment. You may also be required to complete a fingerprint background check. Additionally, as an employer in the state of Arizona, NAU is required to participate in the federal E-Verify program that assists employers with verifying new employees' right to work in the United States. NAU is an equal opportunity, affirmative action institution. Minorities, women, persons with disabilities, and veterans are encouraged to apply. |
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