Postdoctoral ScholarUniversity of Kentucky
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University of Kentucky
Equal Employment Opportunity/M/F/disability/protected veteran status.
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Equal employment opportunity, including veterans and individuals with disabilities.
University of Kentucky
Equal Employment Opportunity/M/F/disability/protected veteran status.
Posting Details
Posting Details
| Job Title | Postdoctoral Scholar |
|---|---|
| Requisition Number | DU14334 |
| Department Name | 7H075:Center for Health Engagement and Transformation |
| Work Location | Lexington, KY |
| Salary Range | $62,232/yr |
| Type of Position | Staff |
| Position Time Status | Full-Time |
| Required Education | PhD/ ScD, DrPH |
| Required Related Experience | Population health/ public health, specifically using quantitative methods to analyze large health databases, including electronic health records (EHR), and National Center for Health Statistics (BRFSS, NHANES, SEER). |
| Required License/Registration/Certification | N/A |
| Physical Requirements | Sitting for long periods of time, repetitive motion |
| Shift | M – F, 8 AM – 5 PM |
| Job Summary | This position will be held within the Moore Lab at the Center for Health, Engagement, and Transformation. The postdoc applying for this position should have an advanced understanding of population science statistics and the ability to independently conduct statistical analysis on large health-related datasets. This position will be funded for one year, with the opportunity to apply for extramural funding for additional employment. Please submit writing sample document that answers the following questions: 1. What is your preferred statistical language platform? 2. Do you have any existing peer-reviewed publications in journals? If so, what was your role in the publication? 3. Are you willing to explore and submit applications for extramural funding to support the appointment beyond the initial one-year term? |
| Skills / Knowledge / Abilities | Research knowledge, advanced understanding/ability to conduct statistical analysis in preferred statistical language (SAS, SPSS, R) |
| Does this position have supervisory responsibilities? | No |
| Preferred Education/Experience | Research knowledge, advanced understanding/ability to conduct statistical analysis in preferred statistical language (SAS, SPSS, R) |
| Deadline to Apply | 02/18/2026 |
| Our University Community | We value the well-being of each of our employees and are dedicated to creating a healthy place for everyone to work, learn and live. In the interest of maintaining a safe and healthy environment for our students, employees, patients and visitors, the University of Kentucky is a Tobacco & Drug Free campus. The University follows both the federal and state Constitutions as well as all applicable federal and state laws on nondiscrimination. The University provides equal opportunities for qualified persons in all aspects of institutional operations and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, ethnic origin, religion, creed, age, physical or mental disability, veteran status, uniformed service, political belief, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, marital status, genetic information or social or economic status. Any candidate offered a position may be required to pass pre-employment screenings as mandated by University of Kentucky Human Resources. These screenings may include a national background check and/or drug screen. |
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Equal employment opportunity, including veterans and individuals with disabilities.
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