This full-time position is a one-year appointment at the Palmer Center for Chiropractic Research with possible extension. It is a non-faculty, professional position. Post-doctoral Research Scholars train under the direction and supervision of faculty mentors in preparation for academic or research careers. The position emphasizes scholarship and research training for doctors of chiropractic. Competitive applicants will want to advance chiropractic research and practice, be motivated and innovative, be able to work in teams and independently, work best in a collaborative environment and want to be mentored by leading chiropractic researchers.
QualificationsKNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES
- Ability to perform assigned duties with time pressures and frequent interruptions.
- Ability to demonstrate exemplary dependability in the performance of job duties.
- Ability to demonstrate a high level of cooperation and teamwork behavior.
- Ability to complete a high volume of work on extended basis.
- Ability to utilize general office equipment and other necessary equipment.
- Ability to utilize personal computer and various software packages.
- Ability to analyze and resolve critical problems.
- Ability to communicate effectively.
- Ability to work various hours as job requires.
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE
Appointment as a Postdoctoral Research Scholar requires a Doctor of Chiropractic degree.
Training and experience in clinical and/or health services research is desired.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS AND WORK ENVIRONMENT
- Performs sedentary to light work in a ventilated, lighted, and temperature controlled office setting.
- Frequent need to stand, stoop, walk, sit, lift light objects (up to 10 pounds) and perform other similar actions during the workday.
Post-Doctoral Research Scholar Application Requirements
- Curriculum Vitae or Resumé
- Undergraduate transcript
- Doctor of Chiropractic transcript
- Two letters of reference & ratings (one must be from a professor or academic advisor)
- Statement of Purpose: The statement of purpose should adequately describe your past and current academic and research experiences and convey that you show promise for success in a career in chiropractic research. Think of the statement of purpose as a composition with four different parts:
- introduce yourself, your interests and motivations
- summarize your undergraduate, graduate, chiropractic and research experiences
- elaborate on your research interests
- describe your short- and long-term career goals
Applicants MUST apply online using our job board: http://www.palmer.edu/about-us/jobs/
INCOMPLETE APPLICATIONS WILL NOT BE PROCESSED
Skills Required
- Doctor of Chiropractic degree
- Ability to perform assigned duties under time pressures and frequent interruptions
- Demonstrated dependability in job performance
- High level of cooperation and teamwork behavior
- Ability to complete a high volume of work on an extended basis
- Ability to utilize general office equipment
- Ability to utilize personal computer and various software packages
- Ability to analyze and resolve critical problems
- Ability to communicate effectively
- Ability to work various hours as job requires
- Training and experience in clinical and/or health services research
- Curriculum vitae or resume (application requirement)
- Undergraduate transcript (application requirement)
- Doctor of Chiropractic transcript (application requirement)
- Two letters of reference and ratings (one from a professor or academic advisor) (application requirement)
- Statement of Purpose describing academic/research experience and career goals (application requirement)
What We Do
The Palmer College Foundation is a nonprofit organization that supports Palmer College of Chiropractic through fundraising, scholarships, and development initiatives. Its mission is to advance chiropractic education, research, and service by securing financial resources from alumni, friends, and partners. The foundation provides scholarships for students, funds for research projects, and resources for campus improvements, playing a critical role in the growth and success of Palmer College.
