Post Doctoral Research Scholar
Kansas City, Jackson County, Missouri, 64101, USA
Listed on 2026-01-12
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Education / Teaching
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Healthcare
Posting Information
Post
Title:
Post Doctoral Research Scholar
Requisition :
Posted Date: 12/1/2025 2:00 PM (23 hours ago)
Posting Category: Research
Division: CTR FOR HEALTHY LIFESTYLES
Work Type: Full Time
Work Days: M-F
Work Hours:
Location: Adele Hall
Recruiter: Julie Aust (jaaust)
OverviewThe Center for Children's Healthy Lifestyles & Nutrition is seeking multiple postdoctoral fellows broadly focused on obesity, physical activity, and/or nutrition research in children and/or adults. Applicants will be accepted from the fields of Nutrition, Exercise Physiology, Public Health, Psychology, or a related field. We are specifically seeking candidates who plan to pursue NIH funding, likely by submitting an F or K application during their fellowship, and who are interested in future research faculty positions.
Fellows will receive guidance from a primary mentor and a four‑member scholarship oversight committee comprised of faculty selected by the fellow. The fellowships are fully research positions, with hours toward licensure only available after specific negotiation when relevant. Applicants must have completed all requirements for their doctoral degree prior to beginning the fellowship. The positions are for two years and have a flexible start date in the latter part of 2026.
Salary will follow current NIH guidance for postdoctoral fellows.
The Center for Children's Healthy Lifestyles & Nutrition ((Use the "Apply for this Job" box below).) is a joint partnership between the University of Kansas Medical Center and Children's Mercy Hospital. Applicants must select a primary mentor from the following list:
- Ann Davis, PhD, MPH, ABPP
- Jordan Carlson, PhD
- Helena Laroche, MD, FAAP, ABOM
- Robin Shook, PhD
- Brooke Sweeney, MD, FAAP, FACP, DABOM
To apply, please submit the following documents to Julie Aust at jaaaust:
- A cover letter indicating your interest in the position, qualifications, specific research interests, selected primary mentor, and goals for the postdoctoral training years
- Curriculum vitae
- Names and titles for three professional references
- Apply to the position
At Children's Mercy, we are committed to ensuring that everyone feels welcomed within our walls. A successful candidate for this position will join us as we strive to create a workplace that reflects the community we serve, as well as our core values of kindness, curiosity, inclusion, team and integrity.
Immunization Policy:
The seasonal influenza vaccine is a condition of employment for all employees. New employees must be vaccinated if non‑immune to measles, mumps, rubella (MMR), varicella and/or have no evidence of tetanus, diphtheria, acellular pertussis (Tdap) vaccination since 2005. If selected for this position, you will be asked to supply your immunization records as proof of vaccination. Medical and/or religious exemptions can be discussed with Human Resources.
Ph.D. or MD or related doctoral level degree in a relevant discipline and 1-2 years experience.
Benefits at Children's MercyThe benefits plans at Children's Mercy are designed to meet the changing needs of our employees and their families. Learn more about Children's Mercy benefits.
Starting PayOur pay ranges are market competitive and we follow the NIH guidelines for Post Docs. The pay range for this job begins at $28.39/hr, but your offer will be determined based on your education and experience.
Remote Work / Work from HomeThis is an intermittent remote position, which means that the person hired will work with their manager to determine a schedule that includes both at home and on‑site hours at a Children's Mercy location. The incumbent must live in the Kansas City metro area. #LI-Hybrid
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