Public Health Research Postdoctoral Fellow
Texas Southern University
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Job summary
Texas Southern University invites applications for a Public Health Research Postdoctoral Fellow. The three-year program provides comprehensive training in community-based, epidemiological, and implementation research with mentoring from a multidisciplinary team of investigators.
The fellow will conduct community-engaged studies, lead manuscript authorship, and contribute to grant development while pursuing an academic career in public health.
Qualifications
- PhD in public health or related field (e.g., epidemiology, health sciences, social and behavioral sciences) from an accredited institution.
- Experience in intervention research, grant writing, and leading authorships on scientific publications.
Responsibilities
- Participate in formalized research training curriculum, seminars, and workshops in public health.
- Conduct literature searches and reviews on research topics.
- Recruit and enroll participants, data collection, and IRB submissions; support pragmatic evaluations and grant reporting.
- Prepare and submit manuscripts for publications and fund applications.
Skills
Education
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Job description
Security Sensitive Position? Yes
Posting Number TSU203833
Official TSU Title Public Health Research Postdoctoral Fellow
Grant Title Public Health Research Postdoctoral Fellow
JOB SUMMARY :
The Public Health Research Postdoctoral Fellowship Program at Texas Southern University offers postdoctoral scholars with a PhD in public health or a related field (e.g., health sciences, social and behavioral sciences, implementation sciences), the foundational scientific and career development training needed for success in academia and health services research. This is a three-year fellowship program. The fellow will receive research training and individualized one-on-one mentoring, supported by a multidisciplinary team of investigators with expertise in social, behavioral, and public health. This is a full-time research training experience that includes opportunities to design and conduct community-based interventional, epidemiological, implementation, and quasi-experimental research. The ideal candidate for this position will be an individual who has completed a doctoral degree (PhD, DrPH, or equivalent) in public health or a related discipline, with experience in intervention research, grant writing, and leading authorships on scientific publications, and a desire to pursue an academic career. The objectives of the fellowship are to train the fellow to become an independent investigator pursuing an academic position (e.g., Assistant Professor).
DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS :
The Postdoctoral Fellow is specialized research professional trained in public health research, health sciences, social and behavioral sciences, and implementation sciences with a commitment to advancing health care outcomes through rigorous science. The Postdoctoral Fellow is a highly collaborative, self-motivated, and creative person who is adaptable to new processes and capable of functioning independently. The Postdoctoral Fellow is experienced in designing and leading interventional/implementation and community engagement studies, mentoring students, securing external funding, and disseminating research findings through peer-reviewed publications and international conferences. This is a grant funded position.
Research Training and Education (~60%)
- Participate in formalized research training curriculum, seminars, and workshops in public health or related fields
- Complete research tasks assigned by mentors
- Conduct a literature search and review research topics
- Conduct research activities, including but not limited to recruiting and enrolling participants for research studies, data collection, analysis, IRB submissions; support pragmatic evaluations, grant reporting, and budget management
- Report to supervisor on a regular basis
- Participate and present in a multidisciplinary journal club and seminars
- Prepare and present research findings at local and national conferences
- Prepare and submit manuscripts for publications
- Prepare applications for funding, as appropriate to fellow’s research interests and goals
Community and Program Engagement (~20%)
- Engage with community partners, public health agencies, and international research collaborators to support program goals, community-based research activities, and global health initiatives
Teaching (~20%)
- Complete the University’s teaching certificate program
- Support teaching and learning in health sciences and public health programs through lectures, interactive lessons, and assessments in global health, health disparities, mHealth, maternal health, nutrition, and social determinants of health
- Mentor and supervise Master’s and PharmD/PhD students in study design, statistical analysis, thesis preparation, and academic writing
% FTE
1.0
Hiring Range $55,038.89 - $70,174.59
Doctoral degree (PhD, DrPH, or equivalent) in public health or a related field (e.g., epidemiology, health sciences, social and behavioral sciences, implementation sciences) from an accredited institution.
N/A
Skill in:
- Demonstrated skills in computer software applications and research tools (e.g., Microsoft Office 365, STATA , REDCap, Teams, Outlook)
- Ability to work in a team-based environment.
- Conscientious to details in study planning, data collection and analysis
- Ability to work independently, collaboratively, and exercise sound judgment
- Detail-oriented, ability to problem-solve, and decision-making
- Multitasking and time management
- Excellent interpersonal skills, written and verbal skills, and public speaking skills
- Demonstrated experience in effective conflict management and resolution
Ability to:
- Independent use of technology, virtual meeting platforms
- Ability to learn and adapt to new processes
- Demonstrated ability to write scientific manuscripts for peer-reviewed journals, prepare conference abstracts, and present research findings at national and international conferences
- Ability to adhere to organizational objectives
Ability to maintain the security or integrity of critical infrastructure, which may include communications systems, computer networks and systems, cybersecurity systems, electrical grid, hazardous waste treatment or water treatment system.
Preferred:
- Experience with mobile health/digital health interventions, health education, social and behavioral interventions, or community health research is strongly preferred
- Experience with human subject study data management, randomized controlled trials, and quasi-experimental study designs
- Routine office environment, sitting or standing in one location much of the time
- Willingness to work flexible hours to meet the needs of the program
- Works closely with the direct report to complete assigned tasks and activities in research
- Some travel locally and to surrounding counties in the greater Houston area is expected (~10%)
It is the policy of Texas Southern University to provide a work environment that is free from discrimination for all persons regardless of race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, individuals with disability, sexual orientation, or protected veteran status in its programs, activities, admissions or employment policies. This policy of equal opportunity is strictly observed in all University employment-related activities such as advertising, recruiting, interviewing, testing, employment training, compensation, promotion, termination, and employment benefits. This policy expressly prohibits harassment and discrimination in employment based on race, color, religion, gender, gender identity, genetic history, national origin, individuals with disability, age, citizenship status, or protected veteran status. This policy shall be adhered to in accordance with the provisions of all applicable federal, state and local laws, including, but not limited to, Title VII of the Civil Rights Act.
Manual of Administrative Policies and Procedures
Special Instructions to Applicants Open to all applicants.
Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).
- * Do you have a Doctoral degree (PhD, DrPH, or equivalent) in public health or a related field (e.g., epidemiology, health sciences, social and behavioral sciences, implementation sciences) from an accredited institution?
- Yes
- No
- * Do you have experience with mobile health/digital health interventions, health education, social and behavioral interventions, or community health research?
- Yes
- No
- * Do you have experience with human subject study data management, randomized controlled trials, and quasi-experimental study designs?
- Yes
- No
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