Postdoc Research Associate Position Available In Davidson, Tennessee
Tallo's Job Summary: The Postdoc Research Associate position at Meharry/Vanderbilt focuses on training in health equity-focused, community-engaged research for a 2-year term. Responsibilities include developing and implementing independent research projects, collaborating with faculty mentors, and presenting findings at conferences. Candidates must have a doctoral degree in public health or related field, with a strong interest in health disparities. Required application materials include a cover letter, CV, research statement, written work samples, and professional references.
Job Description
The primary purposes of this 2-year, post-doctoral, Research Associate position are to: 1) train the Research Associate in healthy equity-focused, community-engaged research as part of ongoing work in the Meharry/Vanderbilt Community Engaged Research Core; and 2) prepare the Research Associate for an academic career that includes healthy equity-focused, community-engaged research. Daily Operations Develop and implement and independent, health equity-focused, community engagement research project. Contribute to health-equity focused, community-engaged research projects of faculty mentors and faculty affiliated with the Meharry/Vanderbilt Community Engaged Research Core. Submit first-authored research manuscripts based on independent research project and those conducted in collaboration with faculty members. Present research at local and national conferences. Participant in community-engaged research training and other professional develop opportunities. Performs other related duties as assigned. Required Skills Knowledge of computing software and tools Strong verbal and written communications skills Self-motivated, organized, and flexible Able to work independently when required Required Education and Experience Completed doctoral degree in a public health, community health, or related scientific field is required. Demonstrated interest/experience in health disparities and/or equity-focused, community-engaged research Other Requirements 1. Cover Letter 2. Curriculum Vitae 3. 1-page statement of research interests and skills 4. Two examples of written work 5. List of three people that can provide professional references.
