IHEALTH Postdoctoral Fellow (fau)

Job Description

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Position Summary:

We are seeking applications from highly motivated Postdoctoral Fellows to join the Canines Providing Assistance to Wounded Warriors (C-P.A.W.W.: https://www.fau.edu/i-health/c-paww/) Health Research Initiative for Veterans at Florida Atlantic University. Under the direction of Principal Investigator (PI) Cheryl A. Krause-Parello, PhD, RN, FAAN in the FAU Division of Research, the C-P.A.W.W. research team investigates human-animal interaction and nonpharmacological approaches to promote the health and well-being of veterans and their families. Specifically, candidates will be involved in exciting and highly innovative interdisciplinary research and community engagement projects.

Essential:

• Participate/assist in grant writing, including document creation and editing.
• Participate/assist in manuscript writing for publication in scientific journals and/or presentations.
• Lead and manage research projects, including participant recruitment and graduate and undergraduate student supervision as needed.
• Assist with Institutional Review Board (IRB) submission and ensure compliance, including organization and management of study and project research files.
• Analyze, interpret, and document research findings for review.
• Present research findings at local, regional, national, and international conferences and other events.
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• Collaborate with other members of the research team to refine existing and develop new research initiatives.
• Maintain frequent communication with the PI, C-P.A.W.W. team members, FAU collaborators, and community stakeholders to ensure research productivity and effective partnerships.
• Website and social media management.
• Perform office management tasks and other duties as assigned.

The Division of Research at Florida Atlantic University seeks scholars who are committed to supporting the learning needs of students from diverse backgrounds and to thoughtfully engaging all communities in higher education. Florida Atlantic University embodies a culture of strategic and collaborative community engagement that results in mutual benefit to the institution and the various internal and external communities that it serves.

Minimum Qualifications:

Eligibility for appointment as a Postdoctoral Fellow requires the candidate to hold a terminal degree, e.g., Ph.D., M.D., D.S.W., Ed.D., D.Ph., D.N.P. A terminal degree from an accredited institution in an appropriate area of specialization is required. Excellent verbal and written communication skills are essential to success in this position. Must be proficient in Microsoft Office programs such as Word, Outlook, PowerPoint, Excel., statistical software, and reference management software. Must also have excellent customer service, organizational and time management skills.

Salary:

$65,000.00

College or Department:

Institute for Human Health and Disease Intervention (IHEALTH)

Location:

Boca Raton

Work Days and Hours:

M-F 40 hours/week and occasional weekends.

Application Deadline:

2025-07-31

Special Instructions to Applicant:

This position is open until filled and may close without prior notice.

This position is subject to funding.

All applicants must apply electronically to the currently posted position on the Office of Human Resources' job website (https://fau.edu/jobs) by completing the required employment application for this recruitment and submitting the related documents.

Required Documents:
FAU’s Career Page permits the attachment of required/requested documentation.

PLEASE NOTE: A maximum of five (5) documents may be attached to your application. If more than five (5) documents are required for submission, please combine additional documents into a single attachment to not exceed the maximum permitted.

The site permits the attachment of required/requested documentation. When completing the online application, please upload the following: a cover letter and resume.

Transcripts:
Final candidate will be required to have official, sealed transcripts and original NACES evaluation, if applicable, sent from their educational institution to Human Resources prior to the start of employment.

Background Screening:
Selected candidates must successfully complete and pass all employment screenings prior to the start of employment. Employment screenings may include a criminal background check (level I and level II), motor vehicle check, credit check, reference checks, alcohol, and drug screening check.

Accommodations:
Individuals requiring accommodation, please call 561-297-3057. 711