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Brown University: Postdoctoral Research Associate In Physical Activity Promotion

Position Detail

Dr. David M. Williams, Professor of Behavioral and Social Sciences, and his team are seeking a Postdoctoral Research Associate (100% FTE for at least 2 years) interested in investigating intervention strategies and psychosocial determinants of physical activity behavior among adults. The postdoctoral research associate will work with a team of investigators at the Brown University School of Public Health on two NIH-funded RCTs testing different exercise prescriptions and monetary incentive approaches among the general population of adults.

Responsibilities include a) assisting with the recruitment of participants; b) running participant orientation, randomization, and assessment sessions; c) drafting manuscripts for peer-reviewed publications; d) submitting and presenting abstracts at scientific meetings; and e) overseeing data documentation.

The commitment for the position is 2 years, with a possible third year depending on continuation of grant funding. Quality of research and scholarship is central to reaching our goals and this depends on engaging researchers from across academia and embracing their contributions in a fully inclusive community. As such, we are particularly interested in scholars who demonstrate commitment to promoting diversity and inclusion in the sciences.

Link to apply: http://apply.interfolio.com/134049