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Post Doctoral Fellow
Emory University. Work closely with the Principal Investigator in all aspects of the research .
Core Competencies
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Demonstrates expertise in quantitative epidemiological data analysis, particularly using SAS, Stata, or R, and possesses strong scientific writing and communication skills. Proven ability to coordinate research projects, manage data, and contribute to publications in peer-reviewed journals.
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Epidemiologic Methods ExpertiseQuantitative Data Analysis Using SAS, R, or StataProject Coordination ExperienceHIV Research ExperienceScientific Writing Ability
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Hard Skills
Quantitative Data AnalysisEpidemiologic MethodsLongitudinal Data AnalysisPredictive ModelingData ManagementStatistical Software ProficiencyManuscript DevelopmentGrant Proposal DevelopmentExperiment DesignRegulatory Compliance
Soft Skills
Strong Oral CommunicationCollegial CollaborationTeaching and Training
Certifications & Qualifications
Doctoral Degree (Ph.D., M.D., ScD., D.V.M., DDS)
Industry Keywords
Pediatric EpidemiologyPerinatal EpidemiologyHIV ResearchGlobal HealthData CollectionStudy RecruitmentRetention StrategiesScientific ConferencesPublication RecordResearch Coordination
About the role
Key responsibilities & impact- Work closely with the Principal Investigator in all aspects of the research
- Conduct quantitative epidemiological data analysis using SAS, Stata, or R
- Develop manuscripts for publication in peer-reviewed journals as a co-author and first author
- Support or lead grant proposal development
- Present findings at scientific conferences
- Support project implementation, including overseeing data collection, recruitment, retention, regulatory issues, and data management activities
- Support data analysis and manuscript development for NIH-funded R01 studies focused on HIV-exposed children in South Africa and perinatal depression among women with HIV in Malawi
- Support project coordination for a South Africa study on healthy gestational weight gain
- Design and evaluate experiments
- Develop new ideas that promote current research
- Prepare and publish scientific manuscripts under the direction of the Principal Investigator
- Operate specific equipment as needed
- Teach techniques to others, train, and supervise research staff as needed
Requirements
What you’ll need- Doctoral degree or equivalent (Ph.D., M.D., ScD., D.V.M., DDS etc) in an appropriate field
- Excellent scientific writing ability
- Strong oral communication skills
- Ability to work effectively and collegially with colleagues
- Demonstrated interest in pediatric or perinatal epidemiology
- Experience in HIV research
- Excellent quantitative and analytic skills
- Experience with project coordination, including overseeing study recruitment, retention, regulatory, and data management activities
- Commitment to at least one year in the position
- Expertise in epidemiologic methods
- Experience in longitudinal data analysis, predictive modeling, or advanced epidemiology methods
- Experience in HIV, global health, or pediatric/perinatal research
- Demonstrated publication record
- Experience in data management and analysis using SAS, R, or other statistical software
- Experience with project coordination for HIV or global health projects, including overseeing study recruitment, retention, and data management
- Strong interest in a career in academic research
- Ability to commute to Emory University as needed and sometimes on short notice
Benefits
Comp & perks- Opportunity to extend the appointment to a second year
- Renewal expected if progress is satisfactory and funds are available
- Opportunity to collaborate with investigators at Emory in RSPH and Emory School of Medicine, as well as collaborators in South Africa and Malawi
- Opportunity to work from home regularly
- Advanced training from a designated Principal Investigator to enhance professional skills and research independence
- Mentorship from Principal Investigator Dr. Angela Bengtson
- Opportunities to lead or co-author scientific manuscripts
- Opportunities to develop grant proposals
- Opportunities to present findings at scientific conferences