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Post-Doctoral Fellow

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University of Colorado Anschutz

Department: Pediatrics, Kempe Center

Job Title: Postdoctoral Fellow

Position #:00757597 - Requisition #:38479

Job Summary:

Key Responsibilities:

+ Participate in grant writing

Work Location:

Hybrid

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Why work for the University?

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Qualifications:

Minimum Qualifications:

+ Graduation from an accredited college or university with a doctorate and/or MD in one of these fields of study: psychology, behavioral sciences, psychiatry, public health, epidemiology, medicine, demography, social work, law, policy, or other related field

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Post-Doctoral Fellow - 38479 Faculty

This is a full-time (1.0 FTE), 2-year postdoctoral research fellowship designed to support the development of a Fellow who wishes to become an independent investigator in the field of child maltreatment and/or child welfare. We expect the candidate will be within 5-years of receiving a doctoral degree. The Fellow is expected to assist and collaborate on projects and programs at the Center, engage in scholarly activities, and participate in coursework, workshops and seminars toward the development of an independent program of research. There may also be opportunities for clinical supervision as well as collaboration with several multidisciplinary, multi-university research groups. In addition, the Fellow will have opportunities to publish and to apply for external funding. Current research projects at the Kempe Center focus on children who are at risk for or have experienced child maltreatment and/or other types of child trauma as well as youth-serving systems including child welfare, community mental health, medicine, ethics and policy. Specific duties will vary depending on Fellow's interests, skill set, and current projects and needs at the Kempe Center. Faculty and program mentors will work with the Fellow to design a curriculum of educational activities and specific set of expectations including instructional activities, scholarly products, and Center program support activities.

+ Data management and analysis

+ Grant-based activities

+ Collaborate with multidisciplinary, multi-university research groups

+ Apply for internal/external funding

+ Participate in coursework, workshops, and seminars

- this role is eligible for a hybrid schedule of 2 days per week on campus and as needed for in-person meetings.

The Kempe Center was the first academic center in the U.S. to focus on the prevention and treatment of child maltreatment. For the past 50 years, Kempe has promoted understanding, knowledge, and best practices to prevent and treat child abuse and neglect globally. Today we honor our legacy while looking ahead for ways to transform our field. It is our mission to improve the well-being of children and families. Through our work, we strengthen families, communities and the systems that serve them. We believe that abuse and neglect are preventable, and people are resilient. We are curious. We take a stand. We test assumptions. Our leadership in advocacy, research, education, and clinical work drives innovative strategies that transform the field. We are a catalyst, connecting people, information, and best practices to translate knowledge into action. The University of Colorado offers a comprehensive benefits package. To see what benefits are available for Post-Doctoral Fellows, please visit:

+ benefits guide cover-post-doc-2024 (cu.edu)

Applicants must meet minimum qualifications at the time of hire.

+ 1+ year of research experience in area(s) of child/adolescent development, mental health research, intervention development, epidemiology, health or social service policy, implementation/dissemination research, children's rights, pediatric ethics, or related fields

+ 1+ year of experience with computer software including Microsoft Office products, reference products (e.g., EndNote, Zotera, etc.) and one or more statistical software packages (e.g., SPSS, SAS, R, MPlus) **Preferred Qualifications:**

+ 1+ year of experience specifically in the area of child maltreatment research

+ 1+ year of experience preparing manuscripts for publication

+ 1+ year of experience working on funded research

+ 1+ year experience successfully communicating and collaborating with community-based partners or constituencies. **Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:**

+ Excellent written and verbal communication skills

+ Ability to work independently within a research setting

+ Strong research skills and reasoning ability

+ Ability to manage time effectively while working on multiple projects

+ Ability to publish scholarly works and apply for research funding

For full consideration, please submit the following document(s):1. A letter of interest describing relevant job experiences as they relate to listed job qualifications and interest in the position2. Curriculum vitae / Resume3. Five professional references including name, address, phone number (mobile number if appropriate), and email address Applications are accepted electronically ONLY at www.cu.edu/cu-careers (https://apptrkr.com/get\_redirect.php?id=6783707&targetURL=http://www.cu.edu/cu-careers) . Questions should be directed to: Michele Bugos at [email protected] (https://apptrkr.com/get\[email protected])

Two weeks from the posting date and continues until position is filled. For best consideration, apply within two weeks December 24, 2025 of the position being posted.

The starting salary range (or hiring range) for this position has been established as $62,232- $65,800 The above salary range (or hiring range) represents the University's good faith and reasonable estimate of the range of possible compensation at the time of posting. This position is not eligible for overtime compensation unless it is non-exempt. Your total compensation goes beyond the number on your paycheck. The University of Colorado provides generous leave, health plans and retirement contributions that add to your bottom line. Total Compensation Calculator: http://www.cu.edu/node/153125 (https://apptrkr.com/get\_redirect.php?id=6783707&targetURL=http://www.cu.edu/node/153125)

The University of Colorado (CU) is an Equal Opportunity Employer and complies with all applicable federal, state, and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment. We are committed to creating a workplace where all individuals are treated with respect and dignity, and we encourage individuals from all backgrounds to apply, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.

The University will provide reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities throughout the employment application process. To request an accommodation pursuant to the Americans with Disabilities Act, please contact the Human Resources ADA Coordinator at [email protected] (https://apptrkr.com/get\_redirect.php?id=6783707&targetURL=hr.adacoordinator@ucdenver.edu) .

The University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus is dedicated to ensuring a safe and secure environment for our faculty, staff, students and visitors. To assist in achieving that goal, we conduct background investigations for all prospective employees.

CU Anschutz strongly encourages vaccination against the COVID-19 virus and other vaccine preventable diseases (https://apptrkr.com/get\_redirect.php?id=6783707&targetURL=https://www.cdc.gov/vaccines/schedules/downloads/adult/adult-combined-schedule.pdf) . If you work, visit, or volunteer in healthcare facilities or clinics operated by our affiliated hospital or clinical partners or by CU Anschutz, you will be required to comply with the vaccination and medical surveillance policies of the facilities or clinics where you work, visit, or volunteer, respectively. In addition, if you work in certain research areas or perform certain safety sensitive job duties, you must enroll in the occupational health medical surveillance program (https://apptrkr.com/get\_redirect.php?id=6783707&targetURL=https://research.cuanschutz.edu/ehs/home/divisions/occupational-health/oh-enrollment) . Application Materials Required: Cover Letter, Resume/CV, List of References : Faculty : Aurora Department: U0001 -- Anschutz Med Campus or Denver - 20932 - SOM-PEDS Kempe-GenOps : Full-time : Dec 10, 2025 : Ongoing Posting Contact Name: Michele Bugos Posting Contact Email: [email protected] (https://apptrkr.com/get\[email protected]) Position Number: 00757597jeid-e28b4e40277db646b00343446159db75

The University of Colorado does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, age, pregnancy, disability, creed, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, veteran status, political affiliation, or political philosophy. All qualified individuals are encouraged to apply.