The Center for Dissemination andImplementation Science in Health Disparities (CDIS) within the Department ofMedicine at the University of Illinois Chicago is seeking a Postdoctoral ResearchAssociate to help disseminate research findings for several longitudinalstudies related to HIV-related risk, prevention, care, and treatment ofadolescents and older adults. Quantitative and qualitative data on risk factorsand co-morbidities are available related to (but not limited to) mental health,substance use, cognitive functioning, and social and structural determinants ofhealth. Interest in global health is particularly desirable. The PostdoctoralResearch Associate will pursue their own program of research, contribute togrant writing, help with data analyses for existing studies, and assist in buildingcapacity to conduct research in dissemination and implementation science at theUniversity of Illinois Chicago.
The CDIS (http://go.uic.edu/cdis) offersexceptional opportunities to conduct state-of-the-art research inimplementation science, form multidisciplinary collaborations, and work inclose partnership with community-based agencies. The Center is part of avibrant Department of Medicine and collaborates across UIC’s colleges of publichealth, engineering, applied health, dentistry, pharmacy, education, socialwork, and nursing. UICis Chicago’s largest university and its only public Carnegie Research 1institution. Ranked #4 in research funding among Hispanic-serving institutionsand #8 on the “Best Values” list according to the Wall Street Journal and TimesHigher Education rankings, UIC has more than 31,000 students, 9,700 faculty andstaff, 15 colleges, and Illinois’ major public medical center. With more than$446 million in annual research expenditures, UIC ranks among the leadinguniversities in federal research funding. UIC is known for its diverse studentbody. Located near downtown Chicago, UIC offers easy access to world-class culturaland scientific resources.
PositionResponsibilities
-Clean and analyze data, present findings to the community and at academic conferences, prepare papers for publications, and contribute to grant writing.
-Increase CDIS capacity to educate and assist scholars in dissemination and implementation science.
-Contribute to other professional development CDIS-related tasks.
-Develop an independent program of research.
Theindividual in this position will have access to center resources, includingsupportive faculty, a strong administrative team, opportunities forcollaboration, and training to facilitate professional growth in disseminationand implementation science. Ample opportunities will exist to lead manuscriptsand develop independent grant applications.
Thesuccessful candidate will have excellent organizational, communication,presentation, and computer/pc skills, strong attention to detail andproficiency in preparing large datasets for analysis, as well as the ability tomanage and prioritize multiple tasks, be flexible, and work autonomously. They will have a demonstrated ability tomaintain high standards of accuracy, timeliness, and professionalism. Candidatescommitted to advancing the Center’s mission for diversity, equity and inclusionare encouraged to apply. Salary and benefits arecompetitive.