Post-Doc Trainee

University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, United States

Updated: 3 months ago
Location: Chapel Hill, NORTH CAROLINA
Job Type: FullTime
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Posting Information
Posting Details


Department Health Behavior - 464001
Posting Open Date 01/08/2024
Application Deadline
Open Until Filled Yes
Position Type Postdoctoral Scholar
Position Title Post-Doc Trainee
Vacancy ID PDS004072
Full-time/Part-time Full-Time Temporary
Hours per week 40
FTE 1
Work Location Chapel Hill, NC
Position Location North Carolina, US
Hiring Range
Proposed Start Date 07/01/2024
Estimated Duration of Appointment 12 Months

Position Information


Be a Tar Heel!
A global higher education leader in innovative teaching, research and public service, the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill consistently ranks as one of the nation’s top public universities and is among is the top ten research universities in the nation for federal research expenditures as well as for federally funded social and behavioral sciences research and development.
Here at Carolina, our highly skilled postdocs play a vital role in our research enterprise and towards our overall commitment to research excellence. Across many disciplines, postdocs contribute to the intellectual vitality of the University. They provide innovative ideas and perspectives, foster a stimulating research environment and advance knowledge within their fields. Postdocs are crucial members of our scientific research workforce, contributors to our research outputs and an important reason why Carolina is one of the leading public research institutions in the country.
UNC-Chapel Hill offers postdocs comprehensive medical and vision coverage , paid leave, and benefits and services that support professional development and a healthy work/life balance. Chapel Hill regularly ranks as one of the best college towns and best places to live in the United States, a reputation guided by the diverse social, cultural, recreation and professional opportunities that span the campus and community.
Primary Purpose of Organizational Unit
The Department of Health Behavior is one of seven departments in the Gillings School of Global Public Health at the University of North Carolina. Founded in 1943, the Department develops, and disseminates knowledge and interventions that promotes the health of individuals and communities. The Department’s 25 faculty members have backgrounds in behavioral science, health education, international health, social and cognitive psychology, medicine, medical sociology, and communications, and are united by their commitment to the disciplines of public health together with the social and behavioral sciences.
Position Summary
The Health Cognition and Behavior Lab (HCBL) at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill (UNC) is offering post-doctoral training to 1 candidate on HPV vaccination.
This post-doc will support behavioral science research projects in HPV vaccination and will receive training in interdisciplinary research, as well as career development to enhance professional skills and build professional networks. The position will work closely with an interdisciplinary research team led by Dr. Noel Brewer and join a successful and award-winning cohort of scholars in the HCBL (https://noelbrewer.web.unc.edu/).
Our research uses theories from health and social psychology to understand health behaviors and create high-impact interventions. The HCBL values high-quality research that has public health impact, a fun and collaborative working environment, and efforts to achieve equity. The post-doc will assist with study design, implementation, quantitative statistical analysis, and interpretation and publication of study findings. In addition, they will develop their own research questions related to their fellowship and will receive multidisciplinary training and mentorship from senior researchers at UNC.
Applicants should submit: (1) a cover letter indicating the position/s they are applying to, the date they are available to start, and three references; (2) a curriculum vitae, and (3) a one- to two-page synopsis of their research interests, including a brief description of their career plans.
Minimum Education and Experience Requirements
Applicants must have a doctoral degree in psychology, health behavior, public health, health communication, or another behavioral science by the time they start the position.
Required Qualifications, Competencies, and Experience
Successful candidates will be required to articulate a strong commitment to conducting research in HPV vaccination and to ultimately obtaining a (career) position that would enable them to actively participate in initiatives aimed at eliminating cancer health disparities.
Due to federally mandated funding restrictions, the Postdoctoral Trainee MUST be a U.S. citizen or permanent resident.
Preferred Qualifications, Competencies, and Experience
N/A
Special Physical/Mental Requirements
Special Instructions
For information on UNC Postdoctoral Benefits and Services click here
Applicants should submit: (1) a cover letter indicating the position/s they are applying to, the date they are available to start, and three references; (2) a curriculum vitae, and (3) a one- to two-page synopsis of their research interests, including a brief description of their career plans.
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Posting Contact Information


Department Contact Name and Title Danny Cook
Department Contact Telephone or Email [email protected]
Postdoctoral Affairs Contact Information

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The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, color, disability, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, race, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, or status as a protected veteran.

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