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I. POSITION INFORMATION
| Job Description Summary: | The Department of Environmental & Occupational Health seeks a Postdoctoral Associate to join the research group of Dr. Kelvin Fong. The group focuses on environmental health disparities research, including exposure assessment and epidemiology to understand the role of environmental conditions in health inequities. The successful candidate will possess excellent critical thinking, teamwork, and quantitative skills. Working with Dr. Fong and collaborating researchers, the candidate will design and conduct studies to determine the extent to which environmental conditions differentially affect population health depending on social-demographic factors. Prior experience in leading analyses and writing scientific manuscripts is essential. A desire to or record of conducting community-engaged research is considered an advantage. The successful candidate will be mentored and supported to develop proposals for external funding and to present their work at conferences. In joining the Department, there will be opportunities to work on ongoing projects, including understanding the role of environmental factors in health disparities in marginalized population groups and assessing spatiotemporal differences in impactful environmental health determinants, including but not limited to air pollution, climate change, extreme weather, and access to green spaces. This full-time position starts in Summer/Fall 2024 for one year and can be extended for additional years depending on performance and funding. By the start of the appointment, the candidate will have received their research doctorate (Ph.D., Sc.D., or equivalent). This is a training position intended to prepare the candidate for their next career stage. We value diversity, equity, and inclusion and recognize the importance of a workforce with diverse backgrounds and experiences. We encourage applicants of all identities, particularly those from historically underserved backgrounds, to apply. Applicants should submit a 1-page cover letter with their research interests and career goals, curriculum vitae, and contact information for up to three referees. Start Date: Summer / Fall 2024 Length: 1 year with the possibility of renewal Salary: $65,000 – $70,000 annually plus benefits Responsibilities: · Designing and conducting research in environmental health and epidemiology · Analyzing and interpreting data · Writing and presenting results, including producing effective figures, graphs, and tables for research dissemination · Preparing grant proposals and developing skills for leading projects · Supporting (inter-)national collaborative research, including working with students, peers, and other investigators Applications will be reviewed starting on March 1st, 2024 until the position is filled. |
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| Minimum Qualifications | |
| Desired Qualifications: | · A Ph.D., Sc.D., or equivalent by the start date · Excellent critical thinking, numerical, and communication skills · High attention to detail and accountability · Familiarity with a programming language (e.g., R, Python) · Ability to work collaboratively and a self-starter |
| Typical Hiring Range | Commensurate with Experience |
II. POSITION INFORMATION
| Posting Number | P010007 |
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| Part-time / Full-time | |
| Total Hours per Week | 40 |
| Work Schedule | 9:00 am -5:30 pm |
| Campus Location | Foggy Bottom, Washington, D.C. |
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| Expected duration of appointment | 1 Year |
| Position Designation | On-Campus |
| Special Instructions to Applicants | |
| Required Background Check | Criminal History Screening, Education/Degree/Certifications Verification, Social Security Number Trace, and Sex Offender Registry Search |
| EEO Statement | The university is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer that does not unlawfully discriminate in any of its programs or activities on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or on any other basis prohibited by applicable law. |
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