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We are
seeking highly motivated candidates for one or more
post-doctoral fellowship positions. The postdoctoral fellow
will have the opportunity to participate in several
extramurally-funded projects focused on cancer epidemiology.
We seek applications from
exceptional individuals with strong quantitative
analytic skills in epidemiology, public health,
biostatistics, and other
related
areas. Specific
projects
include a
rural cancer survivors cohort, older Asian cancer survivors cohort, cancer
caregivers cohort, and identifying recurrences in
population-based linked data.
Positions
are for
one year
with
possibility of
renewal
for multiple
years.
The
position is designed to prepare individuals for independent
academic research careers.
Individuals selected for
this
position(s) will
have
opportunities to lead
and/or co-author manuscript publications and to share
project investigator role(s) in a manner commensurate with
their experience and effort.
Responsibilities:
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1. |
Candidates
must be
able to
perform self-directed
research
as well
as work
well with project teams |
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2. |
Collaborate
with
faculty across
the
institution |
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3. |
Demonstrate
effective
communication skills: |
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Present
research at
national meetings and author
manuscripts for publications
in scientific journals |
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4. |
Provide
guidance
to
undergraduate
and
graduate
students
as
part
of
the research team |
Minimum
Qualifications:
PhD, MD,
or other doctoral degree, preferably in epidemiology, public
health biostatistics, or in health-related discipline from
an accredited program. The applicant will have a
demonstrated record of scientific accomplishment as
evidenced by at least one first author peer-reviewed publication in a scientific
journal. Advanced statistical analysis
skills are
also
required.
Preferences
Experience with data management and analysis for
epidemiologic studies and large datasets. Women and
individuals from populations underrepresented in biomedical
disciplines are strongly encouraged to apply. Prior
experience/knowledge in longitudinal data with repeated
measures is an added advantage.
Salary level is competitive and in compliance with the Fair Labor Standards Act for postdoctoral researchers.
Additionally,
the University of
Utah offers a generous benefits package including a variety
of medical
plans and other important benefits including retirement,
tuition reduction, a wellness program, and an employee
assistant program.
The
Department of Family and Preventive Medicine was founded in
1970 making it one of the oldest and most established family
medicine departments in the country. Currently ranked #2 in
NIH funding in the 2020 Blue Ridge Institute for Medical
Research report, the Department comprises four complimentary
Divisions: Public Health, Physician Assistant Studies, Family
Medicine, and Occupational and Environmental Health. The
Department offers eight different graduate degrees, teaches
medical students, and trains residents in Family Medicine and
Occupational and Environmental Medicine. The Department of
Family and Preventive Medicine optimizes quality of life
through scholarship that advances health and well being in
home, workplaces, and communities. We value intellectual
curiosity, respectful working environment, integrity,
collaboration, accountability, and excellence.
HCI
is an NCI-Designated Comprehensive
Cancer Center and a member of the National Comprehensive
Cancer Network (NCCN), supporting
and fostering a vibrant cancer research enterprise in a highly
collegial environment. HCI has an
outstanding history of academic achievement and impact, a
collaborative environment, and a commitment to excellence in
patient care, research, teaching, training, community
engagement, and service. HCI is a
vigorous and growing Comprehensive Cancer Center, which scored
in the “exceptional” range at its recent
CCSG review. Part of the University of Utah,
HCI includes over 230 cancer-focused
research teams and has established outstanding programs in
laboratory research, clinical cancer research, and cancer
control and population sciences. Our integrated health system
and HCI’s participation in the ORIEN
network of leading cancer centers provide opportunities for
multidisciplinary collaborations in basic and translational
laboratory-based cancer research, epidemiology, and
biostatistics, as well as population-based studies of
childhood, adolescent, and young adult cancers and outcomes.
In addition, the University of Utah and HCI
are home to superb shared resources, such as the Utah
Population Database with more than 16 million records linking
genealogies, health records, and vital statistics, as well as
the Utah Cancer Registry which is a long-standing and
preeminent SEER site.
HCI and University of Utah Health
provide access to state-of-the-art equipment and services
through exceptional core facilities (see
www.cores.utah.edu), including genomics, metabolomics,
proteomics, a GMP-certified cell
therapy and regenerative medicine facility, and a
comprehensive biospecimen repository, which serve to enhance
both discovery and translational science.
The
University of Utah was founded in 1850, is a member of the
PAC-12, is ranked as one of the top US public research
universities and is particularly distinguished in medicine,
genetics, and engineering. Located in Salt Lake City adjacent
to the beautiful Wasatch Mountains, the University of Utah is
the flagship institution of higher learning in Utah, serving
over 31,000 students, including over 2,000 international
students and scholars from over 114 different countries.
TO
APPLY:
Candidates should submit
a cover
letter and curriculum
vitae along
with the completed application. The online application is
available at:.
https://utah.peopleadmin.com/postings/148643
Please contact
mia.hashibe@utah.edu
with any questions regarding
this posting.
“University of
Utah Health
is a patient focused center
distinguished by collaboration,
excellence, leadership, and Respect. University of Utah
Health values
candidates who are committed
to fostering and furthering the culture of compassion,
collaboration, innovation, accountability, diversity,
integrity,
quality, and
trust that
is integral
to the mission of
University of Utah
Health.”
The
University of Utah is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity
employer and does not
discriminate
based upon
race,
national origin,
color,
religion, sex,
age, sexual
orientation, gender
identity/expression, status
as a
person with a disability, genetic information, or Protected Veteran
status. Individuals from historically
underrepresented groups, such
as minorities,
women,
qualified persons with disabilities and protected veterans are
encouraged to apply. Veterans’
preference is extended to qualified
applicants, upon request and consistent with University policy
and Utah state law. Upon request, reasonable accommodations in
the application process
will be
provided to
individuals with disabilities.
To inquire
about the
University’s nondiscrimination
or affirmative
action
policies or to request disability
accommodation,
please contact: Director, Office of
Equal Opportunity and Affirmative
Action, 201 S.
Presidents Circle,
Rm 135, (801)
581-8365.
The University of
Utah values
candidates who have
experience working in
settings with
students from diverse
backgrounds, and possess
a strong commitment
to improving access to higher education for
historically underrepresented students. |
