Post Doc Res Assoc

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Open Date 09/16/2026 Requisition Number PRN46234B Job Title Post Doc Res Assoc Working Title Post Doc Res Assoc Career Progression Track A00 Track Level FLSA Code Administrative Patient Sensitive Job Code? No Standard Hours per Week 40 Full Time or Part Time? Full Time Shift Day Work Schedule Summary

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VP Area Academic Affairs Department 00143 - Psychology Department Location Campus City Salt Lake City, UT Type of Recruitment External Posting Pay Rate Range 70000 to 75000 Close Date 12/01/2026 Priority Review Date (Note - Posting may close at any time) Job Summary

o The Department of Psychology and the Behavioral Health Innovation and Dissemination Center (BHIDC) at the University of Utah are seeking a highly motivated postdoctoral research fellow with expertise in quantitative methods for clinical trials research and/or for basic dyadic research This is a fixed-term position for a duration of one year, with no possibility of renewal or extension and is ideal for candidate seeking clinical hours and a short-term, high-impact research experience. The BHIDC is an interdisciplinary research and training outpatient psychotherapy clinic located on the University of Utah campus that is conducting cutting-edge clinical trials research in addition to providing low fee psychotherapy to adults, children, and couples across the state of Utah. The fellow will join a vibrant team of researchers, clinicians, and graduate trainees at the BHIDC. The fellow will work primarily with BHIDC Director, Dr. Brian Baucom, with opportunities for co-mentorship from Mona Yaptangco, Ph.D. (Research Assistant Professor and Clinical Psychologist). Mentorship will include training in advanced quantitative methods, statistical consultation, and grantspersonship as well as guidance in professional development.

o The postdoctoral fellow will have access to University wide resources, including access to the BHIDC clinic, which supports clinical work and clinical research, statistical mentorship, and grantspersonship mentorship. Clinical opportunities may be available, but not guaranteed, which include providing on-campus and community-based psychotherapy (preference for strong training in cognitive behavioral therapy) including individual, couple, and group treatments, supervision of graduate student trainees, and community training and outreach.

• Job Description

This breakdown is approximate and contingent with applicant's experience level.

They will be responsible for:

o Perform statistical analyses (MPlus, SPSS, R, Stata) to assist with manuscript preparation and grant submission

o Provide statistical consultation to University of Utah graduate students, postdoctoral fellows, faculty, and staff.

o Assist with coordination and management of on-going funded awards.

o Write or assist in writing internal and extramural research grants

o Assist in preparation and submission of manuscripts for publication

o Oversee data collection for independent or pilot research projects

Candidates should submit their CV, a cover letter stating research and training interests, and a list of 3 professional references. Review of applications are ongoing and will continue until a candidate is selected.

Responsibilities Minimum Qualifications Preferences

• Preferences:

o A doctoral degree in clinical psychology, social or developmental psychology (or in similar social or behavioral sciences), counseling psychology, social work, or medicine

o Have completed their APA-accredited predoctoral internship by the position start date.

o Strong quantitative skills (e.g., knowledgeable in MLM, SEM, dyadic data analysis, longitudinal analysis)

o A publication record that would support applications for internal and external funding

o Experience working on grant-funded projects and/or managing a lab or research project.

Type Benefited Staff Special Instructions Summary Additional Information

The University is a participating employer with Utah Retirement Systems ("URS"). Eligible new hires with prior URS service, may elect to enroll in URS if they make the election before they become eligible for retirement (usually the first day of work). Contact Human Resources at (801) 581-7447 for information. Individuals who previously retired and are receiving monthly retirement benefits from URS are subject to URS' post-retirement rules and restrictions. Please contact Utah Retirement Systems at (801) 366-7770 or (800) 695-4877 or University Human Resource Management at (801) 581-7447 if you have questions regarding the post-retirement rules.

This position may require the successful completion of a criminal background check and/or drug screen.

The University of Utah values candidates who have experience working in settings with students and possess a strong commitment to improving access to higher education.

Veterans' preference is extended to qualified applicants, upon request and consistent with University policy and Utah state law. Upon request, reasonable accommodations in the application process will be provided to individuals with disabilities.

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Posting Specific Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

• • Do you meet the minimum qualifications of the position as specified in the job posting?
• Yes
• No

Applicant Documents

Required Documents

• Cover Letter
• Curriculum Vitae
• List of References

Optional Documents

• Resume