Biomedical Postdoctoral Associate- Research/Teaching

Position Overview Postdoctoral Research positions are available through the NIH‑Institutional Research and Academic Career Development Award (IRACDA) program. This comprehensive program offers 1 year of support to outstanding candidates seeking postdoctoral research training along with an opportunity to obtain mentored teaching experience in a Predominantly Undergraduate Institution in preparation for an academic career. Required Qualifications PhD (or foreign equivalent) in a biological/biomedical field related to Science, Technology, Engineering, or Mathematics (STEM) conferred by the time of hire or by August 31, 2026. Must be a US Citizen or Permanent Resident as per sponsor's (National Institutes of Health) guidelines. Per sponsor guidelines, candidates must be early in their postdoctoral stage, with no more than 2 years from the date of their doctoral degree. Preferred Qualifications Experience in other diversity programs either as an undergraduate or graduate. Demonstrated commitment to promoting diversity in the academy. Experience and/or commitment to teaching at the college level. A first-author publication accepted for publication in a peer‑reviewed journal. Brief Description of Duties The Postdoctoral Associate will assist the Principal Investigator in a biological/biomedical field related to Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics (STEM). The incumbent will conduct research and ensure that all experiments are appropriately conducted following the policies and procedures of Stony Brook University. Duties Within the predetermined research scope and methodology, conduct research experiments in a biological/biomedical field. Collect and analyze data, including periodical literature search and utilizing specialized skills in related field to analyze the collected data. Participate or assist in manuscript writing for publication in scientific journals and/or presentations. May also assist in grant writing. Lab maintenance, including equipment maintenance and ordering of supplies as needed. The Postdoctoral Associate will take part in pedagogic and professional development training provided through the NIH IRACDA NY-CAPS Program. Other duties as assigned, which may include attending Scientific Conferences and Meetings. Benefits One-year salaried appointment with The Research Foundation of SUNY at Stony Brook University. Conference travel and supply allowances. Workshops and trainings on essential skills such as grant and manuscript writing, mentoring, pedagogy, and scientific presentations as well as coaching through the job search process. Development of teaching skills through pedagogy courses and workshops that encourage active, evidence-based learning. Opportunity to mentor junior scientists. An individually tailored faculty mentoring team. Personalized mentoring during the job search: Approximately 85% of IRACDA scholars obtain a tenured or tenure‑track faculty position. Special Notes The Research Foundation of SUNY is a private educational corporation. Employment is subject to the Research Foundation policies and procedures, sponsor guidelines, and the availability of funding. FLSA exempt position, not eligible for the overtime provisions of the FLSA. The minimum salary threshold must be met to maintain FLSA exemption. Open until filled. Equal Employment Opportunity Stony Brook University is committed to excellence in diversity and the creation of inclusive learning, and a working environment. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, pregnancy, familial status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status and all other protected classes under federal or state laws. #J-18808-Ljbffr Stony Brook University