Post Doctoral Rsrch Assoc

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Job ID: JR-104563
Entity: Rhode Island Hospital
Location Name: 593 Eddy Street - APC
City, State: Providence, RI
Work Type: FULL TIME
Hours Per Week: 40
Shift: Day
Posted Date: 1/21/2026

SUMMARY

Under the general supervision of the Principal Investigator, and within established policies and procedures, performs scientific investigative research in placebo studies and applied cognitive psychology. This includes participation in ongoing funded projects and mentored research. This position is contingent upon grant-funding. Brown University Health employees are expected to successfully role model the organization's values of Compassion, Accountability, Respect, and Excellence as these values guide our everyday actions with patients, customers, and one another.

In addition to our values, all employees are expected to demonstrate the core Success Factors which tell us how we work together and how we get things done. The core Success Factors include:

Instill Trust and Value Differences
Patient and Community Focus and Collaborate

RESPONSIBILITIES

Serving as the project coordinator for current research projects, including but not limited to a study examining the efficacy of open label placebos for pain relief.
Assisting Principal Investigators in the department with grant-writing. If desired, applicants may have an opportunity to pursue their own grants as Principal Investigator.
Assisting with manuscript writing and preparation as a co-author.
Pursuing independent research if desired and opportunities arise.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

BASIC KNOWLEDGE

A doctorate degree (e.g. Ph.D. or Sc.D.) upon start date is preferred, though an applicant in the All But Dissertation (ABD) phase will be considered. The doctorate degree should be in psychology, public health, epidemiology, cognitive science, or a related field.
Experience writing manuscripts. A strong publication record is preferred.
Experience managing research projects.
Experience with grant writing is preferred.
Experience with in-person data collection in psychological studies is preferred.
Experience with research in placebo studies is preferred.

EXPERIENCE

Minimum 2 years' research experience in a related discipline. Must be at the ABD stage at minimum.

WORK ENVIRONMENT AND PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

Opportunities for remote work can be considered. Sufficient visual acuity and manual dexterity to use computer keyboard and other common lab and office equipment.

INDEPENDENT ACTION

Performs independently within department policies and practices. Refers specific complex problems to supervisor where clarification of departmental policies and procedures may be required.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITY

Ability to train and work with volunteers and students on projects.

PAY RANGE

$58,489.60-$96,491.20

EEO STATEMENT

Brown University Health is committed to providing equal employment opportunities and maintaining a work environment free from all forms of unlawful discrimination and harassment.