JOB SUMMARY
The postdoctoral fellow at the Department of Psychiatry and Behavioral Neuroscience at Saint Louis University School of Medicine will collaborate closely with a multidisciplinary research team focused on investigating the epidemiology of suicide/self-harm, suicide prevention, intervention, and other pertinent mental health issues. The successful candidate will contribute to ongoing research projects while also pursuing their own research agenda in line with the department's objectives.
PRIMARY JOB RESPONSIBILITIES
Conducting research on the epidemiology of suicide/self-harm and related mental health issues.
Contributing to the development and implementation of suicide prevention and intervention strategies.
 Collaborating with faculty and staff on research design, data collection, analysis, and interpretation.
Writing reports and academic papers for publication in relevant journals.
Participating in grant writing and seeking funding opportunities.
Engaging in interdisciplinary collaboration within the department and with external partners.
Assisting in the mentorship of graduate and undergraduate students involved in research projects.
Adhering to ethical guidelines and regulations governing research involving human subjects.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES
Doctoral degree in a relevant field (e.g., public health, psychology, psychiatry) with a strong background in quantitative research methods.
Experience conducting research in the field of mental health, particularly in the areas of suicide/self-harm epidemiology and prevention.
Proficiency in statistical analysis software such as Stata, R, or SAS.
Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively in a team environment.
Demonstrated commitment to advancing mental health research and addressing public health challenges.
Ability to work independently and manage multiple tasks simultaneously.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Earned doctorate in a relevant field.
Track record of research productivity or strong potential for producing high-quality research outputs.
Familiarity with ethical considerations in research involving human subjects.
â‹ Â PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
Expertise in epidemiological methods and study design.
Experience with longitudinal data analysis and complex survey design.
Knowledge of mental health interventions and evidence-based practices.
Previous involvement in interdisciplinary research teams.
Prior experience in grant writing and securing research funding.
This position is funded by the Wells-Peterson Memorial for a 12-month appointment.
About Saint Louis University
Saint Louis University(SLU) is a private, co-educational Jesuit university located in St. Louis, Missouri, United States. Founded in 1818 by the Most Reverend Louis Guillaume Valentin Dubourg SLU is the oldest university west of the Mississippi River. The University has campuses in St. Louis, Mo. and Madrid, Spain. SLU values academic excellence, life-changing research, compassionate health care, and a strong commitment to faith and service. For nearly 200 years, the University has gone beyond teaching facts and figures, encouraging students to form ideas and identities. Today, SLU students are nearly 14,000 strong. The University has invested vast resources to advance academic programs and enhance the student experience. SLU also is a major research institution where premier researchers tackle local and global challenges. And the University's commitment to community service has earned it national acclaim and bolstered its status as a character-building college.
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