Jobs
>
Philadelphia

    Postdoctoral Fellow - Philadelphia, United States - Drexel University

    Default job background
    Description
    Postdoctoral Fellow

    Job no: 501982
    Work type: Full-Time
    Location: University City - Philadelphia, PA
    Categories: Drexel University, Dornsife School of Public Health

    Job Summary

    Applications are invited for a postdoctoral fellow with doctoral degree in public health or an allied science to work on an NIH funded R01 study focused on the social epidemiology of liver diseases (specifically fatty liver disease [FLD]).

    The fellow will work primarily on a recently funded NIH-funded R01 grant focused on examining how neighborhood social and built environment and their changes are related to liver related disease and its risk factors, within the MESA study.

    Working closely with Dr. Lazo and the rest of the investigative team the fellow will be conducting cross-sectional and longitudinal data analyses of the Multi-Ethnic Study of Atherosclerosis (MESA) to: 1) Characterize racial/ethnic disparities in fatty liver disease prevalence and incidence, 2) Examine the cross-sectional and prospective association of individual-level socioeconomic position (SEP) and psychosocial stressors with FLD and the contribution of SEP and psychosocial factors to socioeconomic and racial/ethnic disparities in FLD occurrence and 3) Examine the cross-sectional and prospective association of contextual-level social and physical features with FLD ocurrence and its racial/ethnic disparities.

    In addition to working with Dr. Lazo, the post-doctoral fellow will have the opportunity to work with a wide range of investigators on the project (e.g. Drs. Ana Diez Roux, Brisa Sanchez, Ana Navas-Acien, Jana Hirsch, Usama Bilal, Matt Budoff, Steve Solga). The fellow will dedicate most of the time analyzing data and writing manuscripts. Financial support may be available for travel to present results at scientific meetings.

    The fellow will be based at the Urban Health Collaborative ), a collaboration of all departments in the Drexel University Dornsife School of Public Health with unique mentoring and networking opportunities (Philadelphia, Pennsylvania). This fellowship is a one-year, full-time position, with a possible one- to three-year extension, based on funding and performance. The salary and benefits will be commensurate with NIH standards. Work arrangements can be flexible (i.e., remote work, hybrid, in person) to accommodate individual preferences. The fellow will be an employee of the Drexel University School of Public Health ). Postdoctoral fellows receive the same benefits as other Drexel University staff ).

    Essential Functions
    • Conduct statistical analysis using MESA data
    • Produce visualizations and tables with results from statistical analysis
    • Draft manuscripts for peer-reviewed journals
    • Prepare and present results from analysis in oral presentations
    • Contribute to grant writing of proposals related to the project
    • Attend and contribute to project meetings
    Required Qualifications
    • A PhD or Doctroate in Epidemiology, Public Health or an allied science
    • 3 + years of experience
    • A strong quantitative background.
    • Excellent writing and verbal communication skills.
    Preferred Qualifications
    • Team oriented and experienced working with diverse groups of investigators, trainees, and students.
    • Prior experience working with cohort studies and multi-level data.
    • Advanced data management skills.
    Physical Demands
    • Typically sitting at a desk/table
    Location
    • University City - Philadelphia, PA
    Additional Information

    This position is classified as Exempt with a grade of I, Minimum: $ 41, Maximum: $ 61, The offered salary is dependent upon internal equity and the successful candidate's competencies, education, and experience.

    For more information regarding Drexel's Professional Staff salary structure and Compensation Guidelines & Policies, please visit the Compensation and Salaries website.

    Please review the Benefits Brochure for some information on our benefits offerings.

    Special Instructions to the Applicant

    Please make sure you upload your CV/resume and cover letter when submitting your application.

    Review of applicants will begin once a suitable candidate pool is identified.

    Advertised: Feb Eastern Standard Time
    Applications close: Jun Eastern Daylight Time

  • InsideHigherEd

    Postdoctoral Fellow

    3 weeks ago


    InsideHigherEd Philadelphia, United States Faculty Jobs ,

    Postdoctoral Fellow · Location: · Philadelphia, PA · Open Date: · Mar 22, 2024 · Description: · Job Overview · The University of Pennsylvania's Graduate School of Education invites applications for a two-year Postdoctoral Fellow within the Education Policy Division of the Univers ...

  • InsideHigherEd

    Postdoctoral Fellow

    1 week ago


    InsideHigherEd Philadelphia, United States Faculty Jobs ,

    · Postdoctoral Fellow · Location: Philadelphia, PA · Open Date: Mar 22, 2024 · Deadline: · Job Overview · The University of Pennsylvania's Graduate School of Education invites applications for a two-year Postdoctoral Fellow within the Education Policy Division of the University ...

  • InsideHigherEd

    Postdoctoral Fellow

    3 weeks ago


    InsideHigherEd Philadelphia, United States Faculty Jobs ,

    · Postdoctoral Fellow - Wharton Health Care Management Department · Location: Philadelphia, PA · Open Date: Nov 07, 2023 · Deadline: · Professors Marissa King (The University of Pennsylvania) and Susan Busch (Yale University) are seeking a Postdoctoral Fellow to join a research ...

  • University of Pennsylvania

    Postdoctoral Fellow

    4 days ago


    University of Pennsylvania Philadelphia, United States

    Job Overview · The University of Pennsylvania's Graduate School of Education invites applications for a two-year Postdoctoral Fellow within the Education Policy Division of the University of Pennsylvania's. The start date for the position is planned for Summer 2024, with some fle ...

  • Drexel University

    Postdoctoral Fellow

    3 weeks ago


    Drexel University Philadelphia, United States

    About Drexel University · Located in the heart of Philadelphia, Drexel University is a world‐class, comprehensive, R1 research institution and a global leader in experiential education. For more than 100 years, our renowned Cooperative Education (co-op) program has enabled studen ...


  • Drexel University Philadelphia, United States

    About Drexel University · Located in the heart of Philadelphia, Drexel University is a world‐class, comprehensive, R1 research institution and a global leader in experiential education. For more than 100 years, our renowned Cooperative Education (co-op) program has enabled studen ...


  • Jefferson Health Philadelphia, United States

    A full-time postdoc position is available in the Li laboratory of the Department of Biochemistry and Molecular Biology at Thomas Jefferson University. The Li lab's research focuses on a wide spectrum of ectopic calcification disorders affecting soft connective tissues, including ...


  • InsideHigherEd Philadelphia, United States

    · Postdoctoral Fellow in Global Aging at the University of Pennsylvania's Population Aging Research Center (PARC) · Location: University of Pennsylvania, Philadelphia, PA · Open Date: Nov 01, 2023 · Deadline: · Postdoctoral Fellow in Global Aging at the University of Pennsylvan ...


  • Drexel University Philadelphia, United States

    About Drexel University · Located in the heart of Philadelphia, Drexel University is a world‐class, comprehensive, R1 research institution and a global leader in experiential education. For more than 100 years, our renowned Cooperative Education (co-op) program has enabled studen ...


  • The Wistar Institute Philadelphia, United States Full time

    Postdoctoral Fellow positions are available in the laboratory of Dr. Kavitha Sarma. The Sarma lab investigates mechanisms of gene regulation through RNA-containing chromatin structures called R-loops using neurodifferentiation and cancer models. Candidates with strong interest in ...


  • The Children's Hospital of Philadelphia Philadelphia, United States Paid Work

    Reference #: · SHIFT:Day (United States of America) · A Brief Overview · Assume responsibility for an on-going, innovative research project as a Postdoctoral Fellow at CHOP. Our postdoc experience will broaden your skillset, scientific background, and research capabilities. · CH ...


  • InsideHigherEd Philadelphia, United States Faculty Jobs ,

    · Postdoctoral fellow in the neuroscience of precision medicine for the brain · Location: Philadelphia, PA · Open Date: Aug 02, 2023 · Deadline: · The Penn Program on Precision Medicine for the Brain (P3MB), co-located in the Departments of Medicine, Medical Ethics and Health P ...


  • InsideHigherEd Philadelphia, United States Faculty Jobs ,

    · Postdoctoral fellow in the neuroscience of precision medicine for the brain · Location: Philadelphia, PA · Open Date: Aug 02, 2023 · Deadline: · The Penn Program on Precision Medicine for the Brain (P3MB), co-located in the Departments of Medicine, Medical Ethics and Health P ...


  • Drexel University Philadelphia, United States

    **Job no**: 503042 · **Work type**: Full-Time · **Location**: University City - Philadelphia, PA · **Categories**: Drexel University, Dornsife School of Public Health · **Job Summary** · The Urban Health Collaborative at the Dornsife School of Public Health at Drexel University i ...


  • InsideHigherEd Philadelphia, United States

    · Postdoctoral Fellow in Global Aging at the University of Pennsylvania's Population Aging Research Center (PARC) · Location: University of Pennsylvania, Philadelphia, PA · Open Date: May 25, 2023 · Deadline: · Postdoctoral Fellow in Global Aging at the University of Pennsylvan ...


  • Jefferson Health Philadelphia, United States

    The Eischen laboratory needs a highly motivated postdoctoral fellow. Postdoctoral fellows should be interested in genetic, molecular, or biochemical mechanisms of tumor development and survival. The laboratory utilizes genetically engineered mouse models, primary cell culture, re ...


  • Jefferson Health Philadelphia, United States

    The Ultrasound Research Laboratory in the Department of Radiology of Thomas Jefferson University consists of 8 faculty (4 PhD scientists and 4 MD physicians; including 2 clinical radiologists who are also principal investigators (PIs) on NIH grants). Our lab is involved in a wide ...


  • Jefferson Health Philadelphia, United States

    Under the direction of a Project leader or Principal Investigator, perform research consisting of a variety of complex analytical and technical laboratory experimentation and/or direct a small group of research technicians in the performance of research activity. Requires the app ...


  • Jefferson Health Philadelphia, United States

    A Postdoctoral Fellow position is available immediately in the laboratory of Dr. Anna Pluciennik, at Thomas Jefferson University to study DNA repair systems in the context of neurodegeneration and cancer. · We are looking for a cryo-EM expert to study protein-DNA and protein-pro ...


  • Jefferson Health Philadelphia, United States

    Job Summary : · A Postdoctoral position is immediately available in the laboratory of Dr. Fadia Ibrahim in the Department of Biochemistry & Molecular Biology at Thomas Jefferson University. Our research program focuses on elucidating the molecular mechanism of a novel RNA decay ...