Population Health and Data Science T32 Postdoctoral Research Fellow
A two-year NIH-funded postdoctoral fellowship focusing on big data analytics for veteran and civilian healthcare outcomes.
Best for:Best for researchers with a PhD or MD/DO and a strong interest in big data analytics, population health, and veteran healthcare.
Overview
Virginia Commonwealth University and the Central Virginia VA Health Care System are seeking postdoctoral fellows for an NIH-funded T32 training program. This position focuses on translational population health and data science, utilizing massive datasets from the VA and CMS to improve healthcare outcomes for veterans and civilians. Fellows will engage in didactic training, hands-on research, and professional development to build competencies in big data analytics and evidence-based medicine. The role is based in the Department of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation, offering a collaborative environment with access to extensive mentorship and research resources.
What you'll do
- Conduct hypothesis-driven translational research using large-scale healthcare datasets.
- Develop and implement advanced analytics methods, including machine learning and AI.
- Participate in didactic training, seminars, and grant writing workshops.
- Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams across VCU and the VA healthcare system.
- Disseminate research findings through peer-reviewed publications and scientific presentations.
- Engage in professional development activities to prepare for a research-focused career.
Requirements
Degree required: PhD, ScD, MD, or DO
Language: English
Instruction: English
Publications: Evidence of publication history in health or big data analytics.
- Proficiency in developing, navigating, and maintaining large datasets.
- Knowledge of population health or big data analytics.
- Strong oral and written communication skills.
- Demonstrated ability to work effectively within a research team.
- Publication history in health or data science fields.
- Must be a US citizen or permanent resident (NIH NRSA requirement).
- Must complete all PhD/doctoral graduation requirements prior to the start date.
Funding & terms
How to apply
Interested candidates should submit their application materials via the university portal. The application must include a CV, a statement of interest detailing career goals and research experience, academic transcripts, sample publications, and two letters of recommendation.
- CV
- Statement of interest
- Transcripts
- Sample publications and grants
- 2 reference letters
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