Post-Doctoral Research Associate (Informatics - Center 4 Health Research)

Post-Doctoral Research Associate (Informatics - Center 4 Health Research) Search extended until 7/13/2026 •Visa sponsorship is NOTavailable for this position•

Hiring Department :

Center 4

Health Research Location :

Peoria, IL USA Requisition ID :

1037900

Original Posting Close Date :

1/22/2026

Extended Close Date:

7/13/2026

Salary:

$43,888 to $68,964 per year TheUniversity of Illinois College of Medicine Peoria (UICOMP) seeks candidates forthe position(s) of Post-Doctoral Researcher at the Center 4 Health Research. Aboutthe University of Illinois College of Medicine Peoria TheUniversity of Illinois College of Medicine Peoria is a regional campus of oneof the largest public medical schools in the United States. We are known forhaving small class sizes and exceptional faculty mentorship. This allows UICOMPstudents to excel under a rigorous curriculum. In collaboration with ourhospitals and clinical partners, UICOMP Faculty members provide care to morethan 45,000 patients each year. In addition, they contribute to medicaleducation and training for more than 260 students, and more than 300 physicianresidents and fellows annually. UICOMP healthcare partners include JumpSimulation, a world-class leader in healthcare simulation and innovation, alongwith OSF Saint Medical Center, OSF Children's Hospital of Illinois and CarleHearth Greater Peoria. UICOMP is also part of a R1 research institute withtranslational research focusing on Alzheimer dementia and oncology. Learnmore about how the University of Illinois College of Medicine Peoria is helpingto transform healthcare here: https://peoria.medicine.uic.edu/. This position is intended to be eligiblefor benefits. This includes Health, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, aRetirement Plan, Paid time Off, and Tuition waivers for employees anddependents. Position Summary This postdoctoral position will play a critical role indesigning, implementing, and analyzing research projects focused on identifyingand addressing health disparities, with an emphasis on patient-centered digitalhealth interventions (such as Epic MyChart). This role also provides anopportunity to apply advanced informatics, artificial intelligence, human-computerinteraction, and data science methods to understand and mitigate healthdisparities, enhance patient engagement, and improve outcomes through digitalhealth innovations. The successful candidate will collaborate with amultidisciplinary team and contribute to building evidence that informs policyand practice.

Duties & Responsibilities Scholarly Activities :

Prepare manuscripts for peer-reviewed journals and present research findings at national and international conferences. Assist in the development of grant proposals to secure funding for current and future research projects.

Career Development & Mentorship :

Work with the Supervisor to develop a personalized professional growth plan with opportunities for publications, presentations, grant development, and career advancement.

Research Design & Implementation :

Develop and support mixed-methods research strategies to identify and address health disparities, particularly in rural and urban populations, through patient-centered and community-informed approaches.

Survey & Data Collection :

Design and implement survey tools such as REDCap or Qualtrics, and collect, manage, and analyze diverse datasets, including EHR (EPIC), surveys, interviews, and population-level data.

Qualitative & Quantitative Analysis:

Conduct interviews or focus groups, perform statistical and thematic analyses, and apply appropriate models (e.g., regression, ANOVA) to explore outcomes and associations.

Digital Health & Informatics :

Leverage data from EHRs, patient portals, mobile health apps, and wearables to generate insights, predictive models, and decision-support tools; collaborate with informatics teams to evaluate and optimize digital intervention.

AI, Predictive Modeling & Data Visualization :

Utilize methods such as machine learning / predictive modeling to identify trends or high-risk groups, and develop interactive dashboards (e.g., Tableau, Power

BI, R, SAS

) to communicate findings.

Open Science & Data Stewardship :

Maintain reproducible research practices, ensure data quality and compliance, and uphold IRB and ethical standards throughout project execution.

Community Engagement :

Collaborate with patients, clinicians, and community stakeholders to ensure research benefits all.

Career & Interdisciplinary Engagement :

Collaborate closely with patients, clinicians, community partners, and researchers across disciplines (public health, epidemiology, behavioral science, informatics) to ensure equitable impact and effective dissemination.

Interdisciplinary Collaboration :

Partner with researchers in public health, health services, epidemiology, behavioral sciences, and informatics to guide study design and dissemination. Perform other related duties and participate in special projects as assigned. Minimum Qualifications A Ph.D. in public health, health informatics, health services research, epidemiology, behavioral science, data science, or a related discipline. Post-Doc positions are available to individuals who have earned their Ph.D. within the past 5 years. Strong background in qualitative and quantitative research methods, with experience in conducting and analyzing qualitative interviews or focus groups using tools such as NVivo. Experience in survey design and implementation using tools such as REDCap, Qualtrics, or similar platforms. Proficiency with at least one programming language for data analysis (e.g., Python, SAS, R). Experience working with healthcare or secondary datasets, including data cleaning and management. Excellent written and oral communication skills. Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a multidisciplinary team setting. Preferred Qualifications Experience with GIS mapping. A strong commitment to community-engaged research and reducing health disparities. Experience with digital health technologies, such as patient portals, telehealth, or mobile health applications Familiarity with machine learning/predictive modeling in healthcare. Experience with big data tools (SQL, Spark) or cloud-based platforms (Azure, AWS). Proficiency in Spanish or other languages is highly desirable to support community-based research. To apply, pleasevisit this job listing on the UIC Job Board at, https://uic.csod.com/ux/ats/careersite/1/home/requisition/17308?c=uic, scroll towards the bottom of the page and click, "ApplyNow". You may beredirected to log into, or to create a new account. Pleasebe sure to include the following items with your application: A cover letter detailing your research interests and why you are interested in this position. A current curriculum vitae (CV) or resume. Contact information for at least two professional references. Any additional documents or publications demonstrating your research expertise. For fullestconsideration please apply by 6/13/2026. The budgeted salary range for the positionis $43,888 to $68,964 per year. Salary iscompetitive and commensurate with qualifications and experience, while alsoconsidering internal equity. TheUniversity of Illinois System is an equal opportunity employer, including butnot limited to disability and/or veteran status, and complies with allapplicable state and federal employment mandates. Please visit RequiredEmployment Notices and Posters at https://www.hr.uillinois.edu/cms/one.aspx?portalId=4292&pageId=5705 to view our non-discrimination statement andfind additional information about required background checks, sexualharassment/misconduct disclosures, and employment eligibility review throughE-Verify. Theuniversity provides accommodations to applicants and employees.

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