Postdoctoral Research Associate - HPV Cancer Prevention Program
Listed on 2026-02-01
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Research/Development
Clinical Research, Research Scientist, Data Scientist, Public Health -
Healthcare
Clinical Research, Data Scientist, Public Health
Job Description
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.
OverviewSt. Jude Children's 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 Magazine's 100 Best Places to Work For®.
e, 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 e Children's 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 advocacy, communications, etc.) using implementation science frameworks.
ResponsibilitiesSuccessful 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 interest 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
Department of Epidemiology and Cancer Control
St. Jude Children's Research Hospital
Heather.
Brandt
Learn more about the HPV Cancer Prevention Program /hpv.
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