Postdoctoral Fellow

Job Title

Fellow

Job Description

The Fellow will work closely with the Principal Investigator and will play a central role in developing and analyzing a knowledge base of research-quality information. Responsibilities will include coordinating knowledgebase development, creating systematically harvested research datasets, developing computable knowledge modules, and conducting wide-ranging analyses of the collected information. The Fellow will contribute to the identification and characterization of research defects and to the development and evaluation of evidence-based approaches for preventing them.

Location

Augusta University Our Health Sciences Campus: 1120 15th Street, Augusta, GA 30912 Our Summerville Campus: 2500 Walton Way, Augusta, GA 30904

College/Department Information

The Augusta University School of Public Health was established in 2023 to address Georgia's distinct public health challenges through exceptional education, innovative research, and collaborative community engagement. We are leveraging the strengths of Georgia's only public academic medical center, combining public health expertise with clinical knowledge to train future public health leaders. Our school is comprised of three academic departments: Biostatistics, Epidemiology & Data Science, Community & Behavioral Health Sciences, and Health Management, Economics & Policy. We offer a variety of degree programs, from specialized master's options to doctoral programs that create the next generation of public health researchers. Our research mission is critical to our long-term impact; we strongly emphasize scholarly productivity through peer-reviewed publications, scientific presentations, and grant-funded projects. Annually, we attract more than $6M in extramural funding.

Responsibilities

The responsibilities include, but are not limited to: Knowledge Base Development and Management Coordinate the development, organization, quality control, and refinement of a research-quality knowledge base, including the identification, classification, characterization, and documentation of defects in biomedical research. Development and Evaluation of Defect-Prevention Approaches Contribute to the development, testing, and evaluation of evidence-based approaches, tools, protocols, checklists, and recommendations intended to prevent or reduce defects in biomedical research. Research Analysis and Interpretation Conduct quantitative and qualitative analyses of collected information to identify patterns, risk factors, relationships, and trends associated with defects in biomedical research. Interpret findings in collaboration with the Principal Investigator and research team. Computable Knowledge Development Develop and refine computable knowledge modules, ontologies, coding structures, and related computational representations to facilitate systematic analysis, retrieval, integration, and reuse of research-quality information. Systematic Data Collection and Dataset Development Identify, retrieve, systematically harvest, curate, and organize published and other relevant research information to develop structured datasets concerning research defects, their risk factors, consequences, and potential prevention strategies Scientific Communication and Dissemination Prepare research findings, datasets, analyses, figures, reports, manuscripts, presentations, and other scientific materials for dissemination through peer-reviewed publications, scientific conferences, and other appropriate venues Other Duties Other duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications

Educational Requirements Ph.D. or doctoral degree from an accredited college or university

Preferred Qualifications

Additional Preferred Qualifications Familiarity with biomedical research is highly desirable, and experience with computing, data science, information systems, programming, or computational approaches to research is an advantage. The position is particularly well suited to an investigator interested in research methodology, scientific rigor and reproducibility, biomedical informatics, data analysis, or the responsible and effective conduct of research.

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities

ABILITIES Ability to complete work and to meet deadlines. Willingness and ability to work with research animals. Ability to work independently with only general supervision. KNOWLEDGE Good organizational skills, detail-oriented and ability to prioritize tasks. Basic competency in Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, Excel and EndNote or willingness to learn. SKILLS Have strong analytical and research skills. Computer programming skills are not required but represent advantage. Good oral and written communication skills.

Shift/Salary/Benefits

Shift: Days/M-F (work outside of the normal business hours will likely be required of an employee in an exempt level position) Salary Minimum: Salary to be commensurate with qualifications of the selected candidate within the established range (generally minimum-midpoint) of the position) Recruitment Period: 10/9/26 - Until Filled Augusta University offers a variety of benefits to full-time benefits-eligible employees and some of our half-time (or more) employees. Benefits that may be elected could include health insurance, dental insurance, life insurance, Teachers Retirement System (or Optional Retirement Plan), as well as earned vacation time, sick leave, and 13 paid holidays. Also, our full-time employees who have been employed with us successfully for more than 6 months can be considered for the Tuition Assistance Program.

Conditions of Employment

All selected candidates are required to successfully pass a Background Check review prior to starting with Augusta University. If applicable for the specific position based on the duties: the candidate will also need to have a credit check completed for Positions of Trust and or approved departmental Purchase Card usage. Motor vehicle reports are required for positions that are required to drive an Augusta University vehicle. For Faculty Hires: Final candidates will be required to provide proof of completed academic degree(s) as well as post-secondary coursework in the form of original transcript(s). Those candidates trained by a foreign institution will also be required to provide an educational/credential evaluation. All employees are responsible for ensuring the confidentiality, availability, and integrity of sensitive [patient, student, employee, financial, business, etc.] information by exercising sound judgment and adhering to cybersecurity and privacy policies during their employment and beyond.

Other Information

This position is also responsible for promoting a customer-friendly environment and providing superior service to our patients, students, faculty, and employees. "Augusta University is a patient-and family-centered care institution, where employees partner every day with patients and families for success." Augusta University is a tobacco-free environment, and the use of any tobacco products on any part of the campus, both inside and outside, is strictly prohibited.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Augusta University is proud to be an equal opportunity employer welcoming applicants from underrepresented groups, including individuals with disabilities and veterans.

How To Apply

Applicants are encouraged to tailor their resumes to the position of interest by clearly highlighting relevant work experience and skills gained from previous employment. Resumes should reflect how your background aligns with the qualifications and responsibilities of the role. Select University Faculty & Staff > External Applicants if you are a candidate from outside the university Select University Faculty & Staff > Internal Applicants if you are a current university employee If you need further assistance, please contact us at View phone number on click.appcast.io