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<b>Job title:</b> Research Scientist in Psychology<br />
<br /><b>Company:</b> University of Arizona</p>
<p><b>Job description</b>: Research Scientist in Psychology<br />
 Posting Number req18205<br />
 Department Vet Med Administration<br />
 Department Website Link https://vetmed.arizona.edu/<br />
 Location Main Campus<br />
 Address Tucson, AZ USA<br />
 Position Highlights A unique and exciting opportunity for a Research Scientist to develop, design, and oversee operations of a successful psychology and human-animal research group, the Organization for Human-Animal Interaction Research and Education (OHAIRE). Specifically, they will oversee the research team and the design, collection, processing, and dissemination of data from a nationwide randomized clinical trial of service dogs for military veterans with post-traumatic stress disorder (NIH R01).</p>
<p> Outstanding UA benefits include health, dental, and vision insurance plans; life insurance and disability programs; paid vacation, sick leave, and holidays; UA/ASU/NAU tuition reduction for the employee and qualified family members; state and optional retirement plans; access to UA recreation and cultural activities; and more!</p>
<p> The University of Arizona has been recognized for our innovative work-life programs. For more information about working at the University of Arizona and relocations services, please .<br /><b>Duties &; Responsibilities</b></p>
<p><b>Duties and Responsibilities:</b></p>
<ul>
<li>Participate as a senior collaborator to design and conduct cutting-edge and societally important research initiatives, including a nationwide randomized clinical trial (NIH R01) of service dogs for military veterans with posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD), leading substantive aspects of the overall project. Responsible for day-to-day operation of the OHAIRE research group with support for innovation and independent decision making in the development, planning, design, and conduct of the research methods.</li>
<li>Oversee day-to-day operations of the research group and supervise other research and support personnel.</li>
<li>Foster and maintain an inclusive, productive working environment.</li>
<li>Maintain systems to oversee and coordinate day-to-day research tasks, providing guidance and troubleshooting.</li>
<li>Design, organize, manage, and carry out innovative new research project.</li>
<li>Collaborate in the development of novel research methods and measures.</li>
<li>Lead publication and dissemination efforts of study findings.</li>
<li>Actively participate in acquiring research funding, including initiating and writing grant proposals.</li>
<li>Contribute to ensuring regulatory compliance of the research program by coordinating with granting agencies and regulators including the Institutional Review Board (IRB), Institutional Animal Care and Use Committee (IACUC), and Data Safety and Monitoring Board (DSMB).</li>
</ul>
<p><b>Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:</b></p>
<ul>
<li>The ideal candidate should exhibit excellent leadership and research skills. They should also have a high level of organization, professionalism, reliability, interpersonal communication skills, and the ability to work both independently and in a team environment. They should be interested in and motivated to lead a productive research group in the field of human-animal interaction.</li>
<li>We are seeking excellent candidates with a range of skills. Examples of potential skills could include some or all the following:</li>
</ul>
<ul>
<li>Professional research skills</li>
<li>Excellent communication and interpersonal skills</li>
<li>Ability to guide, supervise, and support students and staff</li>
<li>Ability to work independently on complex projects requiring problem solving</li>
<li>Knowledge of research project management</li>
<li>Ability to develop and carry out experimental protocols (e.g., clinical trials)</li>
<li>Ability to manage IRB and IACUC protocols</li>
<li>Skill in research writing</li>
<li>Knowledge of peer-reviewed publications</li>
<li>Knowledge of conference abstracts, poster presentations, &; oral presentations</li>
<li>Skill in grant writing</li>
</ul>
<p><b>Minimum Qualifications</b></p>
<ul>
<li>PhD or equivalent terminal degree in a related discipline required.</li>
<li>Minimum of 8 years of relevant work experience is required.</li>
</ul>
<p><b>Preferred Qualifications</b><br />
 FLSA Exempt<br />
 Full Time/Part Time Full Time<br />
 Number of Hours Worked per Week 40<br />
 Job FTE 1.0<br />
 Work Calendar Fiscal<br />
 Job Category Research<br />
 Benefits Eligible Yes &#8211; Full Benefits<br />
 Rate of Pay $75,540 &#8211; $98,200<br />
 Compensation Type salary at 1.0 full-time equivalency (FTE)<br />
 Grade 10<br />
 Career Stream and Level PC4<br />
 Job Family Researchers &; Scientists<br />
 Job Function Research<br />
 Type of criminal background check required: Name-based criminal background check (non-security sensitive)<br />
 Number of Vacancies 1<br />
 Target Hire Date<br />
 Expected End Date<br />
 Contact Information for Candidates Katie Chimienti<br />
 kchimienti@arizona.edu</p>
<p> Open Date 10/31/2023<br />
 Open Until Filled Yes<br />
 Documents Needed to Apply Resume and Cover Letter<br />
 Special Instructions to Applicant<br />
 Diversity Statement At the University of Arizona, we value our inclusive climate because we know that diversity in experiences and perspectives is vital to advancing innovation, critical thinking, solving complex problems, and creating an inclusive academic community. As a Hispanic-serving institution, we translate these values into action by seeking individuals who have experience and expertise working with diverse students, colleagues, and constituencies. Because we seek a workforce with a wide range of perspectives and experiences, we provide equal employment opportunities to applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or genetic information. As an Employer of National Service, we also welcome alumni of AmeriCorps, Peace Corps, and other national service programs and others who will help us advance our Inclusive Excellence initiative aimed at creating a university that values student, staff and faculty engagement in addressing issues of diversity and inclusiveness.<br />
<br /><b>Expected salary</b>: $75540 &#8211; 98200 per year<br />
<br /><b>Location</b>: Tucson, AZ<br />
<br /><b>Job date</b>: Thu, 02 Nov 2023 06:55:24 GMT</p>
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