Postdoc: Community-Engaged Cancer Prevention & Implementation

University of Kentucky; Lexington (VA); On-site; USD 29,364 - 71,748; Full time

Job summary

University of Kentucky is seeking a Post‑doctoral Scholar in Lexington, KY, to engage in community‑engaged research and implementation science focused on cancer prevention and control. The role emphasizes training under senior investigators, developing a research agenda, and disseminating findings to advance practice and policy.

The position includes mentored training in HPV vaccination, cancer screening, and patient navigation during treatment, with opportunities to publish and prepare for an

Qualifications

• PhD, DrPH, or other doctoral degree completed within the past five years.
• Track record of scientific publications.
• Experience or demonstrable interest in implementation science, cancer prevention/control, health disparities, health behavior interventions, and evidence‑based interventions/practices.
• Preferred focus on cancer prevention and control such as HPV vaccination, cancer screening, and social needs/patient navigation during cancer treatment.
• Interest in community‑engaged research and implementation science.

Responsibilities

• Assist with data collection and analysis.
• Assist with development of intervention content.
• Prepare measurement tools and study protocols.
• Collaborate with community partners.
• Plan and implement dissemination activities.
• Prepare scientific manuscripts as lead author and co-author.
• Present research at conferences.
• Submit at least one funding application.

Skills

Implementation science

Cancer prevention

Community engagement

Health disparities

Education

PhD/DrPH

Job description

University of Kentucky is seeking a Post‑doctoral Scholar in Lexington, KY, to engage in community‑engaged research and implementation science focused on cancer prevention and control. The role emphasizes training under senior investigators, developing a research agenda, and disseminating findings to advance practice and policy.

The position includes mentored training in HPV vaccination, cancer screening, and patient navigation during treatment, with opportunities to publish and prepare for an