Postdoctoral Researcher (PIER – Advancing Reproductive Health Research)-1

**Job Title**Postdoctoral Researcher (PIER – Advancing Reproductive Health Research)-1**Agency**Prairie View A&M University**Department**College Of Engineering**Proposed Minimum Salary**Commensurate**Job Location**Prairie View, Texas**Job Type**Staff**Job Description**The postdoctoral researcher will conduct mentored public health research focused on HIV-related care, adolescent health, maternal–child health, artificial intelligence (AI), and bioinformatics. The role emphasizes generating research that contributes to meaningful improvements in health outcomes across a broad range of populations. The position integrates scholarship, teaching, and community engagement while supporting capacity-building in public health research.The researcher will collaborate with faculty in the College of Nursing and the College of Engineering and participate in professional development workshops, writing retreats, and grant development activities. The postdoctoral researcher position is a one-year, full-time appointment in residence at Prairie View A&M University. The university retains the option to renew the appointment for a second year based on performance, research progress, and availability of funding. The maximum term is two years**.*****This position is funded by a grant or restricted funds. Continued employment is contingent upon the availability and renewal of grant funding.******The salary is determined in accordance with the University’s compensation structure and will be commensurate with the candidates’ education and experience, within the assigned salary range for this position.*****Responsibilities:*** Conduct independent and collaborative research addressing reproductive health topics among adolescents and young adults.* Engage in community-informed research approaches and interdisciplinary collaboration to design and evaluate nursing and public health interventions.* Disseminate research findings through peer-reviewed publications, conference presentations, and professional or public forums.* Teach one course in the home discipline during one semester and co-teach a course in the College of Engineering in a subsequent semester.* Mentor undergraduate or graduate students engaged in research.* Participate in professional development workshops, writing retreats, and grant development activities. Perform other duties as assigned.**Required Education & Experience:*** Earned doctorate (PhD, DrPH) in Public Health or a closely related field.* No prior experience required.**Preferred Qualifications:*** Doctor of Philosophy (PhD/DrPH) in Public Health or related fields, earned within the past three years.* Research interests in reproductive health, HIV prevention or care, adolescent health, maternal–child health, AI, or bioinformatics.* Evidence of scholarly productivity (e.g., publications, presentations).* Demonstrated commitment to improving health outcomes across varied populations.**Job Posting Close Date:*** 01/19/2026**Required Attachments:**Please attach all required documents listed belowin the attachment box labeled as either “Resume/CV or Resume/Cover Letter” on the application. Multiple attachments may be included in the “Resume/CV” or Resume/Cover Letter” attachment box. Any additional attachments provided outside of the required documents listed below are considered optional.* Resume or Curriculum Vitae* Cover Letter**Application Submission Guidelines:**All applicants are required to apply via our Career Site on or before the closing date indicated on the job posting. Applicant inquiries received via email and websites such as Indeed, HigherEdJobs, etc. will not be considered unless the individual has applied to the available position via thePVAMUCareer site.The required documents listed in the above "Required Attachments" section must be attached to the application prior to the job closing date indicated to ensure full consideration for the application submitted. Please contact the Office of Human Resource on or before the closing date indicated above at 936-261-1730 or jobs@pvamu.edu should you need assistance with the online application process.**Background Check Requirements:**All positions are security-sensitive. Applicants are subject to a criminal history investigation, and employment is contingent upon the institution’s verification of credentials and/or other information required by the institution’s procedures, including the completion of the criminal history check.Equal Opportunity/Veterans/Disability Employer.For more than 140 years, Prairie View A&M University (PVAMU) has been igniting passion in its students. With an established reputation for producing engineers, nurses, and educators, PVAMU offers baccalaureate degrees, master’s degrees, and doctoral degree programs through nine colleges and schools. The University has an enrollment of more than 8,500 students. Designated an institution of “the first class” in the Texas Constitution, PVAMU is the second-oldest public institution of higher education in the state and a member of The Texas A&M University System. The University is dedicated to fulfilling its land-grant mission of achieving excellence in teaching, research, and service.

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