Job Description:

• Conduct epidemiologic analyses related to environmental and social determinants of health.

• Analyzes complex geospatial, environmental, and/or digital health datasets to address research questions.

• Participates in the preparation and writing of grant applications and reports.

• Co-authors and leads scientific research manuscripts.

• Develop study protocols and conduct advanced data analyses.

• Present research findings at local, domestic, and international scientific conferences.

• Work collaboratively with other researchers and contribute to the overall objectives of the research group.

• Stay updated on new data analysis methods and tools relevant to the research field.

• Collects and analyzes data. Participates in the promotion of a research project.

• Participates in the preparation and writing of grant applications and reports, and co-authors/authors scientific research manuscripts. Provides peer review of grant applications and scientific manuscripts.

• Collaborates on development of new research projects with academic and community-based organizations.

• May present work at scientific meetings.

• Performs other related work as needed.

Preferred Qualifications
 

Education:

• Doctoral degree in Epidemiology, Psychology, or related quantitative field.

Preferred Competencies

• Previous experience in research coordination and data analysis is strongly preferred.

• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.

• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, with the ability to present complex data clearly.

• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively within a multidisciplinary research team.

• Proficiency in statistical software (e.g., R, SAS, etc.) and data management tools.

• Strong multidisciplinary collaboration skills.

• Expertise in Geographic Information Systems (GIS), digital health analyses, ecological momentary assessment methodologies, and machine learning is highly desirable.

• Excellent problem problem-solving skills and analytic skills.

• A desire to help others and an interest in public health, especially around health disparities and advancing racial equity.

Working Conditions

• Office Setting.

Application Documents

• Resume (required)

• Cover Letter (preferred)

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