Post Doctoral Fellow

Saint Louis University • SLU Saint Louis, MO

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About The Position

Founded in 1818, Saint Louis University is one of the nation’s oldest and most prestigious Catholic universities. SLU, which also has a campus in Madrid, Spain, is recognized for world-class academics, life-changing research, compassionate health care, and a strong commitment to faith and service. 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.

Requirements

• 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.
• 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.

Nice To Haves

• 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.

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.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: Ph.D. or professional degree
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees