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POSITION SPECIFICS
The Edna Bennett Pierce Prevention Research Center (PRC), housed in the College of Health and Human Development at The Pennsylvania State University, invites applications for an Assistant Research Professor position.
The PRC seeks a collaborative and highly motivated prevention scientist who is committed to advancing research that improves the health and well-being of children, families, and communities. We are particularly interested in candidates who are enthusiastic about developing and contributing to externally funded research , writing competitive grant proposals, and building a program of scholarship within the broad field of prevention science.
Areas of research interest may include, but are not limited to:
Development, implementation, and evaluation of preventive interventions
Etiology and the study of risk and protective factors
Community-based and population-level prevention
Implementation and dissemination science
Research-to-practice and research-to-policy translation
Prevention of behavioral health problems, substance use, violence, and other adverse outcomes
Promotion of child, family, and community health and well-being
Economic evaluation and assessment of the societal impact of prevention programs and policies
Innovative methods, data science, and emerging technologies applied to prevention research
We welcome candidates whose work complements and expands the Center's existing research portfolio and who are interested in collaborating across disciplines and projects. The successful candidate will be expected to participate actively in the intellectual life of the PRC and to contribute to the development of new research initiatives and funding opportunities.
Successful applicants should demonstrate:
A clear and developing program of prevention research
A strong and growing record of peer-reviewed scholarship
Demonstrated interest and experience in developing grant proposals
The capacity to contribute to and, over time, lead externally funded research projects
A commitment to collaborative, interdisciplinary research
Strong methodological and scientific skills relevant to prevention research
An earned doctorate in a relevant behavioral, social, public health, or related discipline is required. Relevant fields may include human development and family studies, psychology, public health, social work, sociology, education, prevention science, health policy, or related disciplines. Candidates should demonstrate the potential for outstanding scholarly accomplishments and the development of a sustainable externally funded research program.
The Edna Bennett Pierce Prevention Research Center is an interdisciplinary research center dedicated to advancing the science of prevention and improving the health and well-being of children, families, and communities. The Center brings together faculty, research scientists, staff, students, policymakers, practitioners, and community partners to develop, evaluate, implement, and…