Postdoctoral Fellow

Emory University

. Design and conduct research within a specified field while receiving advanced training from a designated Principal Investigator .

Posted 10/23/2026full-timeAtlanta • United StatesMid-LevelSeniorWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in Epidemiology, Implementation Science, and cervical cancer prevention, with strong capabilities in scientific writing and data analysis. Proven ability to lead research projects, collaborate with multidisciplinary teams, and effectively communicate findings.

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Doctoral Degree In EpidemiologyStatistical Programming (R, SAS, Stata)Scientific WritingExperience Analyzing Research DataImplementation Science

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Hard Skills

EpidemiologyImplementation ScienceResearch DesignData AnalysisStatistical ProgrammingQuantitative Research MethodsScientific Manuscript PreparationExperiment EvaluationCervical Cancer PreventionPatient Navigation

Soft Skills

Strong Oral CommunicationEffective CollaborationTraining and Supervision

Certifications & Qualifications

Doctoral Degree (Ph.D., M.D., ScD., D.V.M., DDS)

Industry Keywords

Public HealthHealth Services ResearchGlobal HealthWomen's HealthReproductive HealthHIV Epidemiology

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Design and conduct research within a specified field while receiving advanced training from a designated Principal Investigator
Develop professional skills and research independence for a research career
Lead day-to-day scientific activities for the NCI-funded cervical and breast cancer prevention project in Kenya
Apply implementation science, epidemiology, and cervical cancer prevention approaches across Kenya
Leverage implementation lessons and existing data from the BREAKTHROUGH Center's DADA LINK and MATITI YANGU studies
Inform cervical and breast cancer prevention, patient navigation, screening, and linkage to care
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 research equipment as needed
Teach techniques to others, train, and supervise research staff
Devote 100% effort to the project for 12 months under the mentorship of Dr. Michael Chung

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
Doctoral degree in Epidemiology, Public Health, Implementation Science, Health Services Research, or a related field, or completion of doctoral degree requirements before the fellowship start date
Training in epidemiologic or quantitative research methods
Experience analyzing clinical, public health, or longitudinal research data
Demonstrated interest or experience in cervical cancer prevention, HIV epidemiology or HIV care, women's or reproductive health, implementation science, health services research, or global health
Experience with statistical programming or data analysis software such as R, SAS, Stata, or equivalent
Experience with scientific writing and research dissemination
Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively with multidisciplinary research teams
Must reside in the state of Georgia
Must be able to commute to Emory University on a flexible weekly schedule based upon business needs

Benefits

Comp & perks

Opportunity to work from home regularly
Hybrid remote work arrangement
One-year initial appointment with renewal expected if progress is satisfactory and funds are available
Professional training and mentorship from a designated Principal Investigator
Research career development opportunities
Opportunity to teach techniques, train, and supervise research staff
Reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities