Postdoctoral Research Scholar 0-5 yrs Experience

San Diego State University Research Foundation•San Diego, CA

4d•Onsite

About The Position

The Bilingual Development in Context (BDC) Lab at San Diego State University (SDSU) investigates language development among bilingual children, particularly children who speak a first language such as Vietnamese or Spanish and who learn English early in childhood. The BDC lab is creating a new full-time position to enhance our research efforts at the doctoral level.

Requirements

Vietnamese proficiency in listening, speaking, reading, and writing
Knowledge of research environment techniques for maintaining confidential records, recruiting participants, collecting data and conducting interviews
Knowledge of study participant recruitment and retention protocols, field data collection, entry management
Knowledge and competency in computer skills including Microsoft Office Suite
Knowledge and understanding of health research conduct
Ability to understand and follow research study protocols and procedures
Ability to display strong interpersonal skills
Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing
Ability to interact effectively and professionally with co-workers, subordinates and general community
Ability to work independently
Ability to be well organized, meet deadlines and display detail orientation
Ability to possess good judgment and common sense
Ability to display sensitivity to ethnically and culturally diverse individuals
Ability to understand and follow posted work rules and procedures
A doctoral degree in Communication Disorders or related field
0-5 years of relevant experience

Nice To Haves

PhD in Communication Disorders or related field
Certified speech-language pathologist (CCC-SLP)

Responsibilities

Coordinate/supervise data collection for R01 grant at partner sites (Fall 2026 semester)
Communicate regularly with project co-lead
Supervise completion of data cleaning and analysis tasks (e.g., scoring) (Fall 2026 semester)
Contribute to publications and presentations as first or co-author
Conduct literature review for preparation of a new grant proposal (Fall 2026 semester)
Conduct preliminary data analysis for grant proposal(s) and publications (Fall 2026 semester)
Prepare and submit grant proposals as principal investigator (e.g., F32, EC R21) for continued funding (Spring 2027 semester)
Supervise RA regarding academic/project related issues
Liaise with Communications Committee members
Maintain physical presence in the lab to check in with RAs and answer questions
Assist Operations Manager with administrative duties (e.g., approving timesheets, submitting reimbursements/expense reports, etc), as needed
Participate in leadership meetings
Participate in joint doctoral program cohort meetings
Other Duties as Assigned