Postdoctoral Research Associate HPV Cancer Prevention Program

Collaborates with new and existing program partners to support research initiatives including the collection analysis and interpretation of primary and secondary data to address key research questions related to HPV cancer prevention. Contributes to scientific advancement by generating and disseminating findings through manuscripts white papers presentations and funding applications. Actively engages in team collaboration and professional development to support career growth and program impact.

Overview :

St. Jude Childrens Research Hospital is leading the way the world understands treats and defeats childhood cancer and other childhood diseases. Our mission to advance cures and means for prevention for pediatric catastrophic diseases through research and treatment is at the center of our work and everything we do. We are a great place to work consistently ranked among Fortune Magazines 100 Best Places to Work For. At St. Jude employees are encouraged to contribute new ideas no matter who you are or what you do to make the organization the best it can be.

We are seeking one outstanding candidate for postdoctoral fellowship positions in the HPV Cancer Prevention Program at St. Jude Childrens Research Hospital. The postdoctoral positions offer an intensive mentored training experience in implementation science community-engaged research health equity and cancer prevention through HPV vaccination. Postdoctoral fellows will be encouraged to support the research foci of the

and develop their own research programs in implementation science with a specific focus on HPV vaccination or other related topics (e.g. health equity partner and engaged research approaches building vaccine confidence supporting vaccinations in clinical and community settings public policy and advocation communications etc.) using implementation science frameworks.

Responsibilities :

1. Work collaboratively with new and established program partners in support of research activities.

2. Gather analyze and interpret data (primary and / or secondary data) to answer key research questions related to the aforementioned research areas to contribute to the science generate new knowledge and / or inform HPV Cancer Prevention programmatic responsibilities.

3. Disseminate findings through scientific manuscripts as lead author and co-author white papers lay summaries present research at conferences and submit at least one funding application.

4. Participate in team and professional development offerings for career enhancements and personal growth.

Eligibility :

Successful applicants will have excellent communication skills and a PhD MD or equivalent doctoral degree in health services research behavioral science epidemiology public health or related field and experience or demonstrated interested in implementation science cancer prevention / control and community-engaged research.

To apply or learn more please contact :

Heather M. Brandt PhD

Director HPV Cancer Prevention Program

Member Department of Epidemiology and Cancer Control Department of Epidemiology and Cancer Control

St. Jude Childrens Research Hospital

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Required Experience :

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Key Skills

Crisis Management,Microsoft Word,Office Experience,Conflict Management,Constant Contact,Microsoft Powerpoint,Research Experience,Salesforce,Administrative Experience,Public Speaking,Google Suite,Writing Skills

Employment Type : Full-Time

Experience : years

Vacancy : 1