Postdoctoral Associate- Research Center in Minority Institutions HIV COVID Study
- Florida International University
- Location: Miami, FL
- Job Number: 7140891
- Posting Date: Apr 19, 2023
- Application Deadline: Open Until Filled
Job Description
Florida International University is a top public university that drives real talent and innovation in Miami and globally. Very high research (R1) activity and high social mobility come together at FIU to uplift and accelerate learner success in a global city by focusing in the areas of environment, health, innovation, and justice. Today, FIU has two campuses and multiple centers. FIU serves a diverse student body of more than 56,000 and 290,000 Panther alumni. U.S. News and World Report places dozens of FIU programs among the best in the nation, including international business at No. 2. Washington Monthly Magazine ranks FIU among the top 20 public universities contributing to the public good.
Postdoctoral Associate- Research Center in Minority Institutions HIV COVID Study
The Community-Based Research Institute (CBRI) at Florida International University has an exciting opportunity for a full-time Postdoctoral Associate to join our growing team. As a Postdoctoral Associate, you will primarily work on a new study funded by the National Institute on Minority Health and Health Disparities (NIHMD) as part of FIU’s Research Center in Minority Institutions (FIU-RCMI). The Postdoctoral Associate will assist with analyzing and interpreting data from the R01-equivalent RCMI study “Addressing community-level influences of HIV and COVID-19 disparities among people with HIV.” The study will assess the contribution of community factors on HIV and COVID-19 disparities among people with HIV in Florida. The study will use HIV and COVID-19 statewide surveillance longitudinal data to model potential increases in disparities over time among minority populations. The position has funding for a minimum of 4 years (2023-2027) with annual renewal contingent upon performance. The selected candidate will prepare research publications and presentations as the first author and contribute to other publications and presentations as a co-author. They will also write annual reports and meet project deadlines with the flexibility to develop/design important components of our study and will have flexibility in leading authorship on multiple manuscripts. You will be joining a close-knit, vibrant team of social epidemiologists committed to addressing health disparities. You will be actively mentored and will work with your mentors to develop a tailored career development plan aimed at achieving your short-and-long term career goals. You will benefit from the resources of CBRI and RCMI as well as those from the College and will be provided opportunities to attend research conferences.
Completion of a Ph.D. in public health, epidemiology, or a related field within the last two years or within the next four months will be required at the time of employment. Qualified candidates are encouraged to apply to Job Opening ID 528584at https://facultycareers.fiu.edu/ and submit a cover letter stating interest in conducting research at FIU-CTS, a curriculum vitae that includes information on past and current extramural funding, a statement of research accomplishments and plans, preferably as a single pdf file. Candidates may be requested to provide names and contact information for at least three references as determined by the search committee. Review will continue until position is filled.
Clery Notice
In compliance with the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Crime Statistics Act, the University Police department at Florida International University provides information on crimes statistics, crime prevention, law enforcement, crime reporting, and other related issues for the past three (3) calendar years. The FIU Annual Security report is available online at: https://police.fiu.edu/download/annual-security-fire-safety-report/.
To obtain a paper copy of the report, please visit the FIU Police Department located at 885 SW 109th Avenue, Miami, FL, 33199 (PG5 Market Station).
Pay Transparency
Florida International University will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor’s legal duty to furnish information.
FIU is a member of the State University System of Florida and an Equal Opportunity, Equal Access Affirmative Action Employer all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.
Postdoctoral Associate- Research Center in Minority Institutions HIV COVID Study
The Community-Based Research Institute (CBRI) at Florida International University has an exciting opportunity for a full-time Postdoctoral Associate to join our growing team. As a Postdoctoral Associate, you will primarily work on a new study funded by the National Institute on Minority Health and Health Disparities (NIHMD) as part of FIU’s Research Center in Minority Institutions (FIU-RCMI). The Postdoctoral Associate will assist with analyzing and interpreting data from the R01-equivalent RCMI study “Addressing community-level influences of HIV and COVID-19 disparities among people with HIV.” The study will assess the contribution of community factors on HIV and COVID-19 disparities among people with HIV in Florida. The study will use HIV and COVID-19 statewide surveillance longitudinal data to model potential increases in disparities over time among minority populations. The position has funding for a minimum of 4 years (2023-2027) with annual renewal contingent upon performance. The selected candidate will prepare research publications and presentations as the first author and contribute to other publications and presentations as a co-author. They will also write annual reports and meet project deadlines with the flexibility to develop/design important components of our study and will have flexibility in leading authorship on multiple manuscripts. You will be joining a close-knit, vibrant team of social epidemiologists committed to addressing health disparities. You will be actively mentored and will work with your mentors to develop a tailored career development plan aimed at achieving your short-and-long term career goals. You will benefit from the resources of CBRI and RCMI as well as those from the College and will be provided opportunities to attend research conferences.
Completion of a Ph.D. in public health, epidemiology, or a related field within the last two years or within the next four months will be required at the time of employment. Qualified candidates are encouraged to apply to Job Opening ID 528584at https://facultycareers.fiu.edu/ and submit a cover letter stating interest in conducting research at FIU-CTS, a curriculum vitae that includes information on past and current extramural funding, a statement of research accomplishments and plans, preferably as a single pdf file. Candidates may be requested to provide names and contact information for at least three references as determined by the search committee. Review will continue until position is filled.
Clery Notice
In compliance with the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Crime Statistics Act, the University Police department at Florida International University provides information on crimes statistics, crime prevention, law enforcement, crime reporting, and other related issues for the past three (3) calendar years. The FIU Annual Security report is available online at: https://police.fiu.edu/download/annual-security-fire-safety-report/.
To obtain a paper copy of the report, please visit the FIU Police Department located at 885 SW 109th Avenue, Miami, FL, 33199 (PG5 Market Station).
Pay Transparency
Florida International University will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor’s legal duty to furnish information.
FIU is a member of the State University System of Florida and an Equal Opportunity, Equal Access Affirmative Action Employer all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.
