Postdoctoral Researcher: Health Equity & Implementation Science

Duke University; Durham (NC); On-site; USD 60,000 - 72,000; Full time

Job summary

Duke University School of Nursing in Durham, NC seeks a Postdoctoral Associate to join the HEEAT Lab, focusing on health equity, implementation science, HIV prevention, population health, and dissemination science. You will contribute to federally funded projects and develop an independent research program aligned with the lab’s mission.

You will mentor trainees, collaborate with community partners, regulators, and stakeholders, present findings at conferences, and help prepare manuscripts and

Qualifications

• PhD, DrPH, or equivalent research doctorate in nursing, public health, behavioral sciences, epidemiology, sociology, psychology, or a related field.
• Demonstrated research experience.
• Strong scientific writing and communication skills.
• Commitment to collaborative, community-engaged research.

Responsibilities

• Conduct qualitative, quantitative, and mixed-methods research.
• Engage with community partners, advisory councils, and stakeholders.
• Present research at scientific conferences and community events.
• Develop dissemination products including reports, infographics, videos, and social media content.
• Mentor undergraduate, graduate, and junior trainees.
• Contribute to NIH and foundation grant development.

Skills

Strong scientific writing

Team collaboration

Community-engaged research

Education

PhD/DrPH or equivalent in nursing/public health

Tools

Statistical software

Qualitative methods

Job description

Duke University School of Nursing in Durham, NC seeks a Postdoctoral Associate to join the HEEAT Lab, focusing on health equity, implementation science, HIV prevention, population health, and dissemination science. You will contribute to federally funded projects and develop an independent research program aligned with the lab’s mission.

You will mentor trainees, collaborate with community partners, regulators, and stakeholders, present findings at conferences, and help prepare manuscripts and