Post-Doctoral, VIPBG

The Virginia Institute for Psychiatric and Behavioral Genetics (VIPBG; vipbg.vcu.edu), affiliated with the Department of Psychiatry, in the School of Medicine at Virginia Commonwealth University (VCU) in Richmond, Virginia, invites applications for a full-time postdoctoral researcher position, available immediately. VIPBG is an interdisciplinary institute that brings together researchers with backgrounds from statistical and molecular genetics to epidemiology, psychology, psychiatry, and neuroscience, all with a shared focus on understanding how genetic and environmental factors impact the development of behavioral phenotypes and complex traits, particularly psychiatric and substance use disorders. Further information on the Institute, its faculty, and research may be found at vipbg.vcu.edu.

All applicants must have completed their M.D. or Ph.D. in a related field (e.g., Mathematics, Biostatistics, Psychology, Psychiatry, Biology, Genetics, Epidemiology) at the time of entry into the program and be a U.S. citizen or have permanent residency (Green Card) status at the time of appointment.

Preference will be given to persons who meet the following criteria:

• History of peer reviewed publications
• Experience interpreting findings in a developmental context
• Demonstration of excellent written and oral communication skills
• Demonstrated skills in the design and execution of research aims related to psychiatric, substance use, or behavioral outcomes
• Proven skills and experience in psychiatric epidemiology, behavioral genetics, psychology, or a related field
• Strong background in quantitative analytical skills, preferably experienced with R and data science best practices
• Ability to work collaboratively and as part of a team
• Commitment to thorough, rigorous research and a thoughtful approach to problem solving

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