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Research Professor, Assistant - Wyoming Institute for Disabilities

Position Number: 7040581
Location: Laramie, WY
Position Type: Laboratory and Research

Research Professor, Assistant - Wyoming Institute for Disabilities

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Generous Retirement Contributions: The State contributes 14.94% of your gross salary, and you contribute 3.68%, totaling 18.62% toward your retirement plan.
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Paid Time Off: Benefit from ample vacation, sick leave, paid holidays, and paid winter closure.
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JOB TITLE:

Research Professor, Assistant

JOB PURPOSE:

The Wyoming Institute for Disabilities (WIND) is an academic unit within the College of Health Sciences and houses a small interdisciplinary faculty. A key faculty role is that of Research Professor Assistant who is responsible for developing and implementing a robust program of research. Areas of interest at WIND include autism, developmental disabilities, family supports, screening psychometrics, rural healthcare, implementation science, applied science, public health research, and other areas related to improving the lives of those with disabilities. This position may also have opportunities to support evaluation of key programs in our department, as well as numerous opportunities through our national network, which can serve as catalysts for research innovations. Candidates should have either a strong track record of extramural funding, or clear potential to secure funding for research and other projects. Candidates should have strong methodological skills relevant to his/her/their areas of expertise, as well as capabilities to develop additional skills in quantitative and/or qualitative analysis. Research Professors are academic professionals whose primary responsibilities are to conduct and support research. UW Regulation 2-7 describes the activities that fall into this set of responsibilities for faculty; the same definition of research applies to Academic Professionals.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Conduct research and evaluation to improve research programs, meet contract and grant deliverables, pursue WIND research objectives, and help guide statewide policy and planning.
Contribute to contract and grant proposals to leverage additional funding to support for WIND research agenda.
Establish a strong publication record of peer reviewed journals articles and funding applications. Research productivity expectations are commensurate with career level, but we would expect at least 2-3 articles and 2-3 grant applications per year, initially.
Actively participate in departmental, college, and university committees.
Complete professional development opportunities to expand/enhance understanding of the field of intellectual/developmental disabilities, your academic discipline and/or research and evaluation.
Independently develop grant and contract submissions in line with the WIND research agenda and individual research interests.

SUPPLEMENTAL FUNCTIONS:

Grant/report writing
Academic productivity
Technical research skills

COMPETENCIES:

Analysis/Problem Identification
Attention to Detail
Collaborate
Formal Presentation Skills
Independence
Strategic Planning
Quality Orientation

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Education: PhD in relevant social science, health science, or public health field.

Experience:

Experience with primary research, data analysis, manuscript preparation and other essential research skills
Progressive experience in research environments

DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

Experience with community-based participatory research, community action research or related methodologies
Proficiency with SPSS, SAS, R, STATA, MaxQDA, Atlas.to or related statistical/qualitative analysis software
Experience preparing grant proposals
Author of peer-reviewed articles and contributions to expert knowledge of relevant subjects

REQUIRED APPLICATION MATERIALS:

Complete the online application. The department additionally requests candidates upload the following document(s) for a complete application:

Cover letter
Resume or C.V.
Contact information for four work-related references (references will only be contacted if you are selected as a finalist for the position).
Writing sample, such as a published article, or other demonstration of academic writing.

WORK LOCATION:

On-campus: This position provides vital support to campus customers, and the successful candidate must be available to work on campus.

HIRING STATEMENT/EEO:

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran. In compliance with the ADA Amendments Act (ADAAA), if you have a disability and would like to request an accommodation to apply for a position, please contact us at 307-766-2377 or email jobapps@uwyo.edu.

ABOUT LARAMIE:

The University of Wyoming is located in Laramie, a charming town of 30,000 residents nestled in the heart of the Rocky Mountain West. The state of Wyoming continues to invest in its only 4-year university, helping to make it a leader in academics, research, and outreach with state-of-the-art facilities and strong community ties. We invite you to learn more about Laramie by visiting the About Laramie website.

Located in a high mountain valley near the Colorado border, Laramie offers both outstanding recreational opportunities and close proximity to Colorado's Front Range and the metropolitan Denver area. Laramie's beautiful mountain landscape offers outdoor enjoyment in all seasons, with over 300 days of sunshine annually. For more information about the region, please visit http://visitlaramie.org/

Job Identification: 260590
Apply Before: 04/27/2026, 05:59 AM
Job Schedule: Full Time
Locations: 16 & Gibbon, Laramie, WY, 82071, US
Posted Salary Range: $70,000 - $80,000
Schedule (Hours Per Week): 40
Travel: Yes, 10%

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