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Post-doctoral Research Fellow in Vaccine Impact Modeling, Global Health, School
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Post-doctoral Research Fellow in Vaccine Impact Modeling, Global Health, School of Public Health
Boston University School of Public Health invites applications for a one-year post-doctoral fellowship, with possible extension, to join Dr. Portnoy's Research Lab in the Department of Global Health.
Job Details Location:
Boston, MA, United States
Employment type:
Full-time, Regular
Salary:
$65,000.00 - $75,000.00 (competitive)
Responsibilities The successful candidate will perform economic analyses and health impact modeling to investigate the potential impact of current and future human papillomavirus (HPV) and respiratory syncytial virus (RSV) vaccines. This role also includes opportunities to collaborate on additional projects depending on interests and expertise, including work with the Vaccine Impact Modelling Consortium funded by the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation, Wellcome Trust, and Gavi.
Required Skills & Qualifications Doctoral degree
in health policy, epidemiology, health data science, biostatistics, or a related field.
Demonstrated excellence in research in one or more of the fields mentioned above.
Desired Skills
Excellent analytical, organization, and problem-solving skills
Strong interpersonal, written, and oral communication skills
Experience with R (required)
Experience with Python and cluster computing (desirable)
Experience with Bayesian statistics and model calibration (preferred)
Strong ability to work independently and in a team environment with collaborators, stakeholders, and research staff
How to Apply To apply, submit a cover letter, CV, and at least three letters of reference to Dr. Allison Portnoy at aportnoy@bu.edu. Please email your materials with the subject line “Post-doctoral Research Fellow Position.” Informal inquiries are welcome; questions regarding this position can also be sent to Dr. Portnoy.
Equal Opportunity Employer Boston University is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
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Job Details Location:
Boston, MA, United States
Employment type:
Full-time, Regular
Salary:
$65,000.00 - $75,000.00 (competitive)
Responsibilities The successful candidate will perform economic analyses and health impact modeling to investigate the potential impact of current and future human papillomavirus (HPV) and respiratory syncytial virus (RSV) vaccines. This role also includes opportunities to collaborate on additional projects depending on interests and expertise, including work with the Vaccine Impact Modelling Consortium funded by the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation, Wellcome Trust, and Gavi.
Required Skills & Qualifications Doctoral degree
in health policy, epidemiology, health data science, biostatistics, or a related field.
Demonstrated excellence in research in one or more of the fields mentioned above.
Desired Skills
Excellent analytical, organization, and problem-solving skills
Strong interpersonal, written, and oral communication skills
Experience with R (required)
Experience with Python and cluster computing (desirable)
Experience with Bayesian statistics and model calibration (preferred)
Strong ability to work independently and in a team environment with collaborators, stakeholders, and research staff
How to Apply To apply, submit a cover letter, CV, and at least three letters of reference to Dr. Allison Portnoy at aportnoy@bu.edu. Please email your materials with the subject line “Post-doctoral Research Fellow Position.” Informal inquiries are welcome; questions regarding this position can also be sent to Dr. Portnoy.
Equal Opportunity Employer Boston University is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
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