Overview
The LSU Health Sciences Center School of Public Health in collaboration with the Louisiana Office of Public Health STD/HIV/Hepatitis Program (SHHP) is accepting applications for a Postdoctoral Researcher to join a team of researchers working on HIV prevention focused projects spanning multiple key population data sets including 1) the CDC funded National HIV Behavioral Surveillance System in New Orleans Louisiana, 2) the American Men’s Internet Study (AMIS), and 3) the Transgender Women’s Internet Study (TWIST). This Postdoctoral Researcher will work with study PIs (Drs. Jennifer Glick and William T. Robinson) and play a key role in carrying out analysis and dissemination activities including but not limited to developing research questions, data management, data analysis, abstract development, manuscript preparation, manuscript submission, conference presentations, and other dissemination activities.
The Post Doctoral Researcher will be responsible for leading data analyses, literature reviews, preparing manuscripts, and diverse dissemination of findings for multiple HIV/STI prevention research projects. The incumbent in this position will be a member of research teams working with key populations including gay, bisexual, or other men who have sex with men; people who inject drugs; transgender women; and other populations at increased risk of HIV infection. Key research concepts include but are not limited to disparities, stigma, PrEP preferences, health-care service utilization and recommendations. Incumbent will collaborate with research principal investigators to utilize data sets related to HIV risk and prevention behaviors to dissemination findings to a variety of HIV prevention stakeholders.
Minimum qualifications: Doctoral degree in Public Health, Social Sciences, or related field.
Required Knowledge Skills and Abilities: Ability to perform methodological research; Excellent writing skills; Excellent organizational and facilitation skills; Familiarity with survey design and implementation; familiarity with HIV prevention and key populations.
Highly motivated candidates with excellent writing, communication, and engagement skills are desired. Candidates should also have strong problem solving, analytical skills and strategic thinking. Applicants must have a demonstrated record of working in a diverse environment. Quantitative data analysis skills including ability to use statistical packages and proficiency in navigating and maintaining databases.
Applicants may apply here: https://lsuhsc.peopleadmin.com/postings/16338
LSU Health New Orleans is committed to leveraging diversity as an educational resource and an institutional core value. We seek candidates who will contribute to a climate where students, faculty, and staff of all identities and backgrounds have equitable access and success opportunities. As an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer, we welcome all to apply without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, physical or mental disability, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.
