Post Doctoral Associate

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The department of Public Health has an exciting opportunity for a full‑time Post Doctoral Associate to work on the UHealth campus. The Post Doctoral Associate performs scientific research and studies under the supervision of managing staff and promotes institutional recognition through contributions to the scientific community.

• Conduct research on specific areas of study as assigned.
• Prepare research reports and technical papers for publishing.
• Investigate the feasibility of applying a wide variety of scientific principles and theories.
• Maintain substantial knowledge of state‑of‑the‑art principles and theories.
• Develop advanced analytical models and systems and provide solutions and analyses to support strategic and tactical decisions.
• Adhere to University and unit‑level policies and procedures and safeguard University assets.

• Contribute to the department’s mission by conducting applied research focused on the design, implementation, and evaluation of interventions that improve health outcomes in real‑world settings.
• Apply and refine implementation science frameworks to public health programs addressing HIV, HCV, substance use disorder and homelessness.
• Participate in interdisciplinary projects that examine how policy, practice, and system‑level innovations can reduce health disparities and expand access to care.
• Assist with the development of community‑driven evaluation strategies that reflect equity‑focused outcomes.
• Collaborate with local organizations, SSPs, and health departments to build research‑practice partnerships and translate findings into actionable change.
• Represent the department in community advisory boards, implementation teams, and public health coalitions.
• Support department‑wide efforts to secure funding through contribution to grant writing, proposal development, and pilot study design.
• Assist in strategic planning and capacity building for new research initiatives, particularly those related to harm reduction and telehealth‑based care.
• Mentor MPH and PhD students through collaborative research, manuscript development, and professional development activities.
• Participate in departmental seminars, teaching opportunities, and implementation science workshops to foster a culture of learning and innovation.
• Support the department’s core educational programs, including the Masters in Public Health (MPH) through residential and online instruction modalities.
• Prepare high‑impact manuscripts, briefs, and presentations that translate research into practice for policymakers, practitioners, and public health audiences.
• Contribute to the department’s visibility by presenting at national conferences, engaging in policy dialogues, and participating in research dissemination activities.

• MD or Ph.D. in a relevant field required.

• Familiarity with implementation science frameworks (e.g., CFIR, RE-AIM, EPIS).
• Experience working with populations impacted by substance use/substance use disorders, HCV, HIV, and homelessness.
• Proficiency in statistical software (e.g., R, SAS, STATA) and/or qualitative analysis tools (e.g., NVivo, Dedoose).
• Knowledge of harm reduction principles, syringe service programs (SSPs), or low‑barrier care models.
• Experience contributing to or leading grant writing efforts.
• Bilingual or bicultural skills relevant to priority populations (preferred, but not required).

• Learning Agility:
  Ability to learn new procedures, technologies, and protocols, and adapt to changing priorities and work demands.
• Teamwork:
  Ability to work collaboratively with others and contribute to a team environment.
• Technical Proficiency:
  Skilled in using office software, technology, and relevant computer applications.
• Communication:
  Strong and clear written and verbal…