Postdoctoral Research Associate

About Us - Values Overview

Department Summary

The Institute for Health Disparities (IHD) conducts research training and community
outreach in the areas of minority health health disparities and workforce variety.
Constituting the IHD are the Texas Center for Health Disparities National Research
Mentoring Network Texas CEAL Consortium HRSA Training Programs AIM-AHEAD and the NIMHD Endowment.

Position Overview

The Institute for Health Disparities (IHD) at the University of North Texas Health Science Center (HSC) is seeking a motivated Postdoctoral Research Associate with expertise in cancer prevention cancer therapy Artificial Intelligence & Machine Learning (AI/ML) data science or related fields. The role focuses on applying advanced biomedical translational and computational methods to address public health challenges and promote health outcomes. The Postdoctoral Research Associate will collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to develop advanced tools and data solutions aligned with IHDs mission of advancing research workforce development and community engagement.

Minimum Qualifications

Doctoral degree. If not yet conferred a letter from the schools official Graduate Office and/or Registrars Office certifying that all requirements have been met and stating the degree conferral date can be accepted. Employees in this job may be responsible for conducting research on working on or having the ability to access critical organizational infrastructure and they must be able to maintain the security and integrity of the infrastructure related to this role.

Knowledge Skills and Abilities

• Excellent communication skills
• Project organization/management skills
• Advanced training in quantitative research methods
• Ability to work independently and as a team member

Preferred Qualifications

• Design implement and evaluate AI-enabled tools software applications data pipelines and digital platforms that support research education training and community-focused initiatives
• Experience with programming languages machine learning frameworks and familiarity with computing in the cloud/on HPC
• Strong data visualization and communication skills for technical and non-technical audiences
• Experience with interdisciplinary or collaborative research environments
• Experience publishing in peer-reviewed journals or presenting at conferences
• Familiarity with STEMM public health or health disparities research (or related fields)
• Ability to manage multiple projects and meet deadlines in dynamic research settings
• Strong problem-solving and critical thinking skills

Required License/Registration/Certifications

Doctoral degree. If not yet conferred a letter from the schools official Graduate Office and/or Registrars Office certifying that all requirements have been met and stating the degree conferral date can be accepted. Employees in this job may be responsible for conducting research on working on or having the ability to access critical organizational infrastructure and they must be able to maintain the security and integrity of the infrastructure related to this role.

Job Duties

• Develop and apply research methodology including biomedical AI/ML data science and digital technologies to advance IHDs mission across research workforce development and community engagement.
• Analyze and interpret complex datasets using statistical computational and machine learning methods and communicate findings through reports dashboards visualizations and presentations.
• Prepare manuscripts participate in grant proposals technical reports educational materials and presentations for scientific professional and community audiences/stakeholders.
• Support and train students trainees and other audiences in AI data science and computational methods through mentorship technical instruction and hands-on learning experiences that contribute to workforce development.
• Stay current with emerging trends and scientific literature contribute to strategic initiatives by identifying emerging technologies support proposal development and help translate innovative ideas into impactful programs products or services.
• Collaborate with faculty students community partners healthcare organizations industry and other stakeholders to develop innovative solutions foster partnerships and support interdisciplinary initiatives.

Physical Requirements

• Communicating with others to exchange information.
• Lifting and Moving objects up to 20 pounds.
• Sedentary work that primarily involves sitting/standing.

Environmental Hazards

• No adverse environmental conditions expected.

Work Schedule

Monday - Friday 8-5

Driving University Vehicle

No

Security Sensitive

This is a Security Sensitive Position.

Special Instructions

Applicants must submit a minimum of two professional references as part of their application. If needed additional references can be added after the application has been submitted.

Benefits

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EEO Statement

The University of North Texas System is firmly committed to equal opportunity and does not permit and takes actions to prevent discrimination harassment (including sexual violence domestic violence dating violence and stalking) and retaliation on the basis of race color religion national origin sex age disability genetic information or veteran status in its application employment practices and facilities; nor permits race color national origin religion age disability veteran status or sex discrimination and harassment in its admissions processes and educational programs and activities. UNT System Administration promptly investigates complaints of discrimination harassment and related retaliation and takes remedial action when appropriate. System Administration also takes actions to prevent retaliation against individuals who oppose any form of harassment or discriminatory practice file a charge or report or testify assist or participate in a related investigation or proceeding.