Eidos Research Associate

University of Pennsylvania Perelman School of Medicine; Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); On-site; USD 75,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

University of Pennsylvania’s Eidos LGBTQ+ Health Initiative seeks a Research Associate in the Academic Support Staff to advance an independent program of scholarship aligned with equity‑focused objectives. The role involves leading research, developing interventions, and disseminating results across sectors to inform scalable health innovations.

The appointment is initially for one year, with possible renewal contingent on funding and performance.

Qualifications

• Ph.D. required in a relevant field (public health, nursing, behavioral or social sciences, epidemiology, health policy, implementation science).
• Strong record of peer‑reviewed publications and evidence of independent funding.
• Experience in LGBTQ+ health, HIV health equity, aging and life course approaches, or digital health is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Lead and conduct rigorous research aligned with Eidos’ mission.
• Develop, test, and evaluate interventions and implementation strategies.
• Disseminate findings to academic and non‑academic audiences and translate evidence into scalable programs.
• Collaborate across academic and non‑academic sectors for multi‑sector partnerships.

Skills

Peer‑reviewed publications

Independent funding

Collaborative research

LGBTQ+ health

Health equity

Education

Ph.D. in public health, nursing, social or behavioral sciences, epidemiology, health policy, or implementation science

Job description

University of Pennsylvania: School of Nursing: School of Nursing - Family and Community Health

Location

Philadelphia, PA

Open Date

Oct 29, 2026

Description

The Eidos LGBTQ+ Health Initiative at the School of Nursing in the University of Pennsylvania seeks candidates for a Research Associate position in the Academic Support Staff. Eidos is a cross-sector health innovation hub dedicated to developing, testing, and scaling equity-centered solutions that improve health outcomes for LGBTQ+ communities across the life course. Operating at the intersection of academia, community, industry, and philanthropy, Eidos advances research and innovation that address behavioral, social, and structural determinants of health.

This appointment will initially be for one (1) year. Continuation during that time period and renewal are contingent upon satisfactory performance and the continued availability of funding (limited to three [3] years). After three (3) years of initial appointment, there is the possibility of renewal of another term, contingent upon funding availability.

The Research Associate will advance an independent program of scholarship aligned with Eidos’ mission while contributing to the Initiative’s broader portfolio of translational and innovation-focused projects. Responsibilities include leading and conducting rigorous research; developing, testing, and evaluating interventions; advancing implementation and dissemination strategies; and contributing to multi-sector partnerships. The successful candidate will engage in collaborative study implementation, dissemination to academic and non-academic audiences, and the translation of evidence into scalable programs, policy-relevant insights, or sustainable innovation models.

This position is ideal for scholars who aim to bridge discovery and real-world impact, and who are committed to advancing health equity through interdisciplinary collaboration and bold, systems-oriented thinking. This position requires in-person responsibilities

Qualifications

Applicants must hold a Ph.D. (or equivalent doctoral degree) in public health, nursing, behavioral or social sciences, epidemiology, health policy, implementation science, or a related field. A strong record of peer-reviewed publications and evidence of independent funding are required. We are particularly interested in candidates with expertise in one or more of the following areas:

• LGBTQ+ health
• HIV health equity
• Aging and Life Course Approaches
• Behavioral and social determinants of health
• Intervention development and implementation science
• Digital health and technology-enabled interventions
• Community-engaged and participatory research
• Health systems innovation or policy translation

Demonstrated ability to conduct rigorous research with translational potential and to collaborate across academic and non-academic sectors is highly desirable.