UCI Interim Postdoctoral Scholar in Environmental Epidemiology

Department of Environmental and Occupational Health

Wen School of Population and Public Health

Susan and Henry Samueli College of Health Sciences

University of California, Irvine

The Department of Environmental and Occupational Health at the University of California, Irvine, invites applications for an interim postdoctoral position in environmental epidemiology and community-based research on industrial pollution with the Community and Environment Research Lab. The position emphasizes investigations leveraging cohorts in Los Angeles and California to understand relationships between energy development, environmental justice, and industrial pollution.

In conjunction with faculty mentors, the Fellow will conduct spatial and epidemiological analysis of health data, analyze biomarkers and measures of cumulative exposure, and support analysis of prospectively collected community health data. This position offers opportunities for multi-disciplinary collaboration and professional development, including publications, presentation at scientific conferences, involvement in proposal writing, and participation in community meetings & events.

TO APPLY: Please apply at: UCI Interim Postdoctoral Scholar in Environmental Epidemiology

Applicants should complete an online application profile and upload the following application materials electronically to be considered for the position:

1. Cover letter-include a description of current research, future plans and professional goals.
   (Required)
2. Curriculum Vitae (Required)
3. Names and Contact Information of Three References (Required)
4. Research statement (Optional)

School: https://publichealth.uci.edu/

Department: https://publichealth.uci.edu/departments/environmental-occupational-health/

Requires candidates with strong data analytical skills and/or community engagement research experience. Preference will be given to candidates with solid background in epidemiology, mixed methods, experience with large datasets, and with excellent communication skills.

Additional Information:

Postdoc level and salary will be commensurate with qualifications and experience. Positions are dependent upon extramural funding. Initial appointments are for one year; renewal is dependent on availability of funding.

*Requirements: *

* PhD in environmental health, epidemiology, biostatistics, or related discipline

* Interest in community-based research and environmental justice

* Strong quantitative skills

* Experience with data analysis using statistical software (R, Stata, SAS, or similar)

* Excellent written and oral communication skills

• 3 required (contact information only)

The University of California, Irvine is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, protected veteran status, or other protected categories covered by the UC anti-discrimination policy.

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