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Post Doctoral Fellow
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Post Doctoral Fellow
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Research
Job Type:
Regular
Work Shift:
Day Shift (United States of America)
No
Institution Name:
University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences
The University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences (UAMS) has a unique combination of education, research, and clinical programs that encourages and supports teamwork and diversity. We champion being a collaborative health care organization, focused on improving patient care and the lives of Arkansans.
The safety of our team members at the University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences is our top priority. For this reason, successful applicants for this position must be fully vaccinated against Covid-19 or have an approved medical or religious exemption on file with our Student & Employee Health Services dept. UAMS will adhere to all federal, state and local regulations and will obtain necessary proof of vaccination prior to employment to ensure compliance.
UAMS offers amazing benefits and perks (available for benefits eligible positions only):
- Health: Medical, Dental and Vision plans available for qualifying staff and family
- Holiday, Vacation and Sick Leave
- Education discount for staff and dependents (undergraduate only)
- Retirement: Up to 10% matched contribution from UAMS
- Basic Life Insurance up to $50,000
- Career Training and Educational Opportunities
- Merchant Discounts
- Concierge prescription delivery on the main campus when using UAMS pharmacy
UAMS is an
of individuals with disabilities and protected veterans and is committed to excellence. If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please contact us by telephone at (501) 686-6432 and let us know the nature of your request. We will only respond to messages left that involve a request for a reasonable accommodation in the application process. We will accommodate the needs of any qualified candidate who requests a reasonable accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA).
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Department:
COM | DFPM Community Research Group A1
Department's Website:
Summary of Job Duties:
The post-doctoral fellow will work as part of an interdisciplinary team to carry out community-based Implementation Science studies. The position will be actively involved in projects aimed to implement evidence-based practices for obesity prevention and nutrition promotion into community settings. The projects also aim to increase high-fidelity implementation of nutrition interventions in early child care and education (ECE) settings, to de-implement detrimental feeding practices in ECE, to examine factors related to sustainability of obesity prevention interventions in ECE, and to adapt and pilot exercise interventions for expecting mothers and children in the community. These projects are funded by NIH and USDA.
Post-doctoral fellows would join a highly collaborative training environment and be supported to pursue training opportunities. The University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences (UAMS) has a unique combination of research, education, and clinical programs that encourages teamwork and diversity. We champion being a collaborative health care organization, focused on improving the health and well-being of Arkansans.
Qualifications:
Additional Information:
Salary Information:
Commensurate with education and experience
Required Documents to Apply:
List of three Professional References (name, email, business title), Resume
Optional Documents:
Curriculum Vitae
Special Instructions to Applicants:
Recruitment Contact Information:
Please contact
for any recruiting related questions.
All application materials must be uploaded to the University of Arkansas System Career Site
Pre-employment Screening Requirements:
Criminal Background Check
This position is subject to pre-employment screening (criminal background, drug testing, and/or education verification). A criminal conviction or arrest pending adjudication alone shall not disqualify an applicant except as provided by law. Any criminal history will be evaluated in relationship to job responsibilities and business necessity. The information obtained in these reports will be used in a confidential, non-discriminatory manner consistent with state and federal law.
Constant Physical Activity:
Lifting, Manipulate items with fingers, including keyboarding, Pulling, Pushing, Reaching, Sharps, Sitting
Frequent Physical Activity:
Lifting, Manipulate items with fingers, including keyboarding, Pulling, Pushing, Reaching, Repetitive Motion, Sitting
Occasional Physical Activity:
Lifting, Manipulate items with fingers, including keyboarding, Pulling, Pushing, Reaching, Repetitive Motion, Sitting
Benefits Eligible:
Yes
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