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VCU postdocs are Virginia state employees, with benefits mirroring 12-month faculty. We adhere closely to the NPA’s guidelines for best practices in postdoc training. We work closely with our local NPA chapter, the VCU Postdoc Association, to make this a welcoming and productive place to complete your training!
Advertising Summary: The Rehabilitation Research and Training Center (RRTC), School of Education, invites interested candidates to apply for the position of Post-Doctoral Research Associate. The RRTC focuses on improving competitive integrated employment outcomes for people with disabilities through research and training activities. Applicants should have research interests that promote successful outcomes for people with disabilities in education, employment, and other major life domains. The position will require strong communication and organizational skills, and a commitment to teamwork.
Unit: School Of Education MBU
Department: SOE Spec Ed and DP RRTC
Department Summary: Established in 1983, the Virginia Commonwealth University RRTC provides resources for professionals, individuals with disabilities, and their representatives. Our team of nationally and internationally renowned researchers is committed to developing and advancing evidence-based practices to increase the hiring and retention of employment for individuals with disabilities.
Duties & Responsibilities:
- Assist with the design and implementation of disability employment research studies.
- Support participant recruitment and outreach efforts.
- Collect research data using a variety of methods, including focus groups, surveys, interviews, and assessments.
- Organize, maintain, and manage research data and project records.
- Utilize research and data management platforms such as REDCap, SPSS, and related software.
- Complete and maintain required Collaborative Institutional Training Initiative (CITI) certification.
- Assist in preparing materials for submission to the VCU Institutional Review Board (IRB).
- Adhere to approved research protocols and regulatory requirements.
- Support dissemination of research findings through presentations, publications, trainings, and other scholarly products.
Minimum Qualifications:
- Ph.D. in relevant discipline (e.g., education, rehabilitation counseling, social work, sociology, psychology, biostatistics, or closely related field).
- Up to 2 years of experience in research design, methodology, and data collection.
- Up to 2 years of experience implementing research activities.
- Knowledge of evidence-based practices that facilitate inclusive outcomes for people with disabilities.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Experience in presenting or disseminating research information via conferences, peer-reviewed publications and other similar efforts.
- Direct experience supporting people with disabilities in employment, education, or important life domains.
Salary Range: $63,480 - $64,380
Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States without the need for current or future visa or permanent residence sponsorship. Sponsorship is not available for this position.
Benefits: All VCU employee types are eligible for a wide array of benefits to support you during your employment at VCU. Consult the benefits website for information on benefits eligibility according to employee type.
FLSA Exemption Status: Exempt
Hours per Week: 40
Flexible Work Arrangement: Fully Onsite
Months: 12 months
Contact Information:
Contact Name: Dr. Chris Claude
Contact Email: claudec@vcu.edu
