Postdoctoral Researcher

Baton Rouge, Louisiana

Louisiana State University
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About Us: At the forefront of medical discovery as it relates to understanding the causes of obesity, diabetes, cardiovascular disease, cancer and dementia, Pennington Biomedical Research Center is a campus of Louisiana State University and conducts basic, clinical and population research. The Center includes Basic Science, Clinical Research, and Population and Public Health, enabling both focused research and translational science. Research at Pennington Biomedical is supported broadly by multiple NIH Research Centers, and includes approximately 65 faculty and 20 postdoctoral fellows who comprise a network of 44 laboratories and 13 highly specialized core service facilities. Pennington Biomedical is located within state-of-the-art research facilities on a 222-acre campus in Baton Rouge, Louisiana. All Job Postings will close at 12:01a.m. CST (1:01a.m. EST) on the specified Closing Date (if designated). If you close the browser or exit your application prior to submitting, the application progress will be saved as a draft. You will be able to access and complete the application through "My Draft Applications" located on your Candidate Home page. Job Posting Title: Postdoctoral Researcher - Health, Performance & Resilience: Military Population Position Type: Other Academic Department: LSUPBRC PopSci - Behavior Technology Lab (Tiffany Mae Stewart ( Work Location: LSU - Pennington Biomedical Pay Grade: Other Academic Job Description: Pennington Biomedical Research Center, a world-renowned academic research institute of Louisiana State University, is seeking a Postdoctoral Researcher in the Behavior Technology Laboratory: Health, Performance & Resilience. The successful candidate will join the Behavior Technology Laboratory which focuses on developing e-health technologies to disseminate evidence-based prevention and treatment efforts to various populations. This lab focuses on "whole-person health" and optimization of function, whether it be in a high-performance population (e.g., Soldiers, elite athletes) or a population with specific needs (e.g., diabetes, children). Areas of focus include body image, eating disorders, obesity, and mental performance and resilience. Populations include female athletes, U.S. Soldiers, clinic patients (obesity, diabetes, eating disorders), and individuals in the surrounding community. Studies include going out into the community delivering interventions and collecting data via technology platforms, e.g. Smartphone apps, as well as treating patients in the clinic. The postdoctoral fellow will participate in population science research, including translation of science into technology-based tools, intervention development, designing research studies, managing study execution, data management and analysis, and dissemination of study results via presentations and publications. Research experience in mental health and resilience in the military population is preferred. Major Responsibilities Conduct research studies on improving health, performance, and resilience in the military. Maintain relationships with local military staff and serve as "boots on the ground" for deployment of our military specific interventions. Contribute to ongoing research efforts on performance optimization strategies via health behaviors. Develop content and functionality for technology-based delivery of interventions. Assist in conducting statistical analyses of datasets. Prepare peer-reviewed scientific manuscripts and abstracts. Competitive candidates include those who wish to pursue a career in academia and who seek to develop an independent line of research. Required Qualifications PhD in nutrition, psychology, exercise science, kinesiology, epidemiology, public health or related field Excellent written and oral communication skills Preferred Qualifications Research experience in mental health and resilience in the military population Pennington Biomedical Research Center (PBRC) is an equal employment opportunity employer and serves as a model employer for individuals with disabilities. Additional Job Description: Competencies: None Special Instructions: Interested candidates should include cover letter, curriculum vitae, and a statement of research interests (one or two pages). Official transcripts are required prior to hire and are not required at the time of application. Posting Date: November 7, 2024 Closing Date (Open Until Filled if No Date Specified): Additional Position Information: Pennington Biomedical is located within state-of-the-art research facilities on a 222-acre campus in Baton Rouge, Louisiana. For more information, visit PBRC. Questions regarding career opportunities at Pennington Biomedical should be sent to . Background Check - An offer of employment is contingent on a satisfactory pre-employment background check. Benefits - Pennington Biomedical Research Center offers outstanding benefits to eligible employees and their dependents including health, life, dental, and vision insurance; flexible spending accounts; retirement options; various leave options; paid holidays; wellness benefits; tuition exemption for qualified positions; training and development opportunities; employee discounts; and more. Positions approved to work outside the State of Louisiana shall be employed through Louisiana State University's partner, nextSource Workforce Solutions, for Employer of Record Services including but not limited to employment, benefits, payroll, and tax compliance. Positions employed through Employer of Record Services will be offered benefits and retirement as applicable through their provider and will not be eligible for State of Louisiana benefits and retirement. Essential Position (Y/N): Pennington Biomedical Research Center/LSU is an Equal Opportunity Employer and SAME Agency: Pennington Biomedical Research Center and LSU believes diversity, equity, and inclusion enrich the educational experience of our students, faculty, and staff, and are necessary to prepare all people to thrive personally and professionally in a global society. We celebrate diversity and are committed to the principles of diversity and inclusion. We actively seek and encourage qualified applications from persons with diverse backgrounds, cultures, and experiences. PBRC and LSU are also designated as a State As a Model Employer (SAME) agency and provides assistance to persons needing accommodations or with the accessibility of materials. For those seeking such accommodations or assistance with the accessibility of materials related to this search are encouraged to contact the Office of Human Resource Management at . Contact Information: Questions or concerns can be directed to PBRC Human Resources at or .
Date Posted: 19 December 2024
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