Lerner Postdoctoral Scholar in Population Health

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Job # 076195 Job Title Lerner Postdoctoral Scholar in Population Health Location Syracuse, NY Pay Range Commensurate with Experience FLSA Status Hours
As determined by supervisor. Job Type Full-time Rank Post Doc Campus Syracuse, NY Unionized Position Code Not Applicable Job Description
The Lerner Center for Public Health Promotion in the Maxwell School at Syracuse University ( http://lernercenter.syr.edu/ ) invites applications for a two-year Postdoctoral Scholar in the area of population health. The position is supported by the NIH /National Institute on Drug Abuse and SU’s postdoctoral scholar fund. The postdoctoral scholar will work with Dr. Shannon Monnat and other Center faculty and graduate students on research related to social, spatial, and structural determinants of physical, mental, and behavioral health. The postdoc will be responsible for supporting a recent NIDA -funded U01 project designed to examine the effects of states’ COVID -19 mitigation policies on adult psychological wellbeing, drug overdose, and suicide in the United States. At least 25% of the postdoc’s time will be reserved for their own research. This position will offer exceptional opportunities for training and collaboration within SU’s Lerner Center, Center for Policy Research, Center for Aging and Policy Studies, and Aging Studies Institute. Qualifications
Applicants must have a PhD in demography, sociology, economics, public policy, or a related discipline at the start date. Preference will be given to applicants with strong quantitative skills (particularly in spatial analysis, multilevel modeling, and/or causal analysis) and with experience in data management and survey design. Candidates with interests in rural population health are especially encouraged to apply. We also seek candidates who can contribute to diversity, equity, and inclusion in their scholarship and professional activities. Job Specific Qualifications
a. PhD in demography, sociology, economics, public health, or related discipline at the starting date.
b. Quantitative research skills: requires strong background in statistical methods used in population health research, experience retrieving, preparing, and analyzing large datasets, and proficiency in statistical software (e.g., SAS, Stata, R).
c. Experience with project and data management. Responsibilities
Data management; oversee survey material development, documentation, retention, and data sharing; coordinate with graduate research assistants to complete study tasks; conduct quantitative analysis on survey, administrative, and other secondary data; contribute to dissemination of project findings (including peer-reviewed journal manuscripts, academic presentations, and public research briefs); work on publishing from the dissertation and developing new lines of inquiry; participate in research labs and other training opportunities. Postdocs are also encouraged and mentored to prepare grant applications.
The preference is for postdocs to be in residence for the duration of the appointment, but remote work is possible.

# HEJ Physical Requirements Tools/Equipment Application Instructions
Required materials include:
1. Cover letter
2. Curriculum vitae
3. Two-page research statement (Under Other document: combine with Diversity Statement)
4. Diversity statement(Under Other document: combine with Research Statement)
5. Writing sample. Peer-reviewed publications are preferred. Dissertation chapters are also acceptable.
6. Three list of references.

Primary consideration will be given to applications received by February 28, 2022, for a start date in August 2022, but all applications will be considered until the position is filled. About Syracuse University
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Syracuse University maintains an inclusive learning environment in which students, faculty, administrators, staff, curriculum, social activities, governance, and all other aspects of campus life reflect a diverse, multi-cultural, and international worldview. The University community recognizes and values the many similarities and differences among individuals and groups. At Syracuse, we are committed to preparing students to understand, live among, appreciate, and work in an inherently diverse country and world made up of people with different ethnic and racial backgrounds, military backgrounds, religious beliefs, socio-economic status, cultural traditions, abilities, sexual orientations and gender identities. To do so, we commit ourselves to promoting a community that celebrates and models the principles of diversity and inclusivity. Quick Link https://www.sujobopps.com/postings/90386 Job Posting Date 12/20/2021 Application Deadline 05/31/2022 Open Until Filled No Priority Consideration 02/28/2022 Job Category Faculty Message to Applicants