University of Utah
Post Doc Res Assoc w/Ret
University of Utah, Salt Lake City, Utah, United States, 84193
Working Title:
Post Doc Res Assoc w/Ret - Health Policy and EconomicsJob Grade:
A00FLSA Code:
AdministrativePatient Sensitive Job Code?
NoStandard Hours per Week:
40Full Time or Part Time?
Full TimeShift:
DayWork Schedule Summary:
M-F 8-5VP Area:
U of U Health - AcademicsDepartment:
02171 - Education Program and TraineesLocation:
CampusCity:
Salt Lake City, UTType of Recruitment:
External PostingPay Rate Range:
20000 to 500000Close Date:
Open Until FilledJob Summary
The Department of Population Health Sciences at University of Utah Health is accepting applications for a Postdoctoral Fellowship in Health Policy and Economics, in collaboration with the University of Utah CTSI Health Economics Core and the Matheson Center for Health Care Studies. The primary focus of the Fellowship is on advancing research related to Medicaid, mental health care, and economic evaluation. However, other related opportunities for research will be available.The Fellowship will train fellows for independent academic research careers. Fellows are expected to collaborate on established projects and are encouraged to conduct independent research with an emphasis on study inception. Fellows will also be expected to be productive manuscript writers and apply for their own research grants.A breadth of resources and collaborative support will enable Fellows to establish and build their own research programs. For interested candidates, there are opportunities to develop qualitative as well as quantitative and statistical expertise. Salary is competitive with excellent fringe benefits.The Fellowship is supervised by Dr. Megan Vanneman and Dr. Fernando Wilson. The mentoring team has an exceptional track record of helping fellows succeed in scholarship and obtain independent funding as principal investigators of NIH and VA awards.Required Materials:
The Department of Population Health Sciences is a hub for education, investigation, and methodological expertise in population health. Through a diverse faculty in three Divisions (Cancer Population Sciences, Biostatistics, and Health Services Innovation & Research), we provide expertise and infrastructure to advance capacity for impact-driven research, and support clinical professionals in providing better patient and population-oriented care in an increasingly complex healthcare delivery system.The Department of Population Health Sciences is strongly committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion in all areas of our mission: research, education, and service. We have an active
diversity/equity/inclusion
committee, and policies to ensure diversity of leadership roles and inclusion of all members of our department.Responsibilities
Fellows are expected to collaborate on established projects and are encouraged to conduct independent research with an emphasis on study inception. Fellows will also be expected to be productive manuscript writers and apply for their own research grants.Minimum Qualifications
A Ph.D. in economics, health services research, or related disciplines is required at the start of the Fellowship. Applications will be reviewed as they are received. Applicants from underrepresented groups are especially encouraged to apply.Additional Information
This position may require the successful completion of a criminal background check and/or drug screen. The University of Utah values candidates who have experience working in settings with students and patients from all backgrounds and possess a strong commitment to improving access to higher education and quality healthcare for historically underrepresented students and patients.All qualified individuals are strongly encouraged to apply. Veterans’ preference is extended to qualified applicants, upon request and consistent with University policy and Utah state law. Upon request, reasonable accommodations in the application process will be provided to individuals with disabilities.The University of Utah is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity employer and does not discriminate based upon race, ethnicity, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, pregnancy-related conditions, genetic information, or protected veteran’s status.To request a reasonable accommodation for a disability or if you or someone you know has experienced discrimination or sexual misconduct including sexual harassment, you may contact the Director/Title IX Coordinator in the Office of Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action (OEO/AA).Required Documents
Cover LetterCurriculum VitaeResearch StatementList of ReferencesOptional Documents
ResumeAddendum to the University of Utah - Veteran Only
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Post Doc Res Assoc w/Ret - Health Policy and EconomicsJob Grade:
A00FLSA Code:
AdministrativePatient Sensitive Job Code?
NoStandard Hours per Week:
40Full Time or Part Time?
Full TimeShift:
DayWork Schedule Summary:
M-F 8-5VP Area:
U of U Health - AcademicsDepartment:
02171 - Education Program and TraineesLocation:
CampusCity:
Salt Lake City, UTType of Recruitment:
External PostingPay Rate Range:
20000 to 500000Close Date:
Open Until FilledJob Summary
The Department of Population Health Sciences at University of Utah Health is accepting applications for a Postdoctoral Fellowship in Health Policy and Economics, in collaboration with the University of Utah CTSI Health Economics Core and the Matheson Center for Health Care Studies. The primary focus of the Fellowship is on advancing research related to Medicaid, mental health care, and economic evaluation. However, other related opportunities for research will be available.The Fellowship will train fellows for independent academic research careers. Fellows are expected to collaborate on established projects and are encouraged to conduct independent research with an emphasis on study inception. Fellows will also be expected to be productive manuscript writers and apply for their own research grants.A breadth of resources and collaborative support will enable Fellows to establish and build their own research programs. For interested candidates, there are opportunities to develop qualitative as well as quantitative and statistical expertise. Salary is competitive with excellent fringe benefits.The Fellowship is supervised by Dr. Megan Vanneman and Dr. Fernando Wilson. The mentoring team has an exceptional track record of helping fellows succeed in scholarship and obtain independent funding as principal investigators of NIH and VA awards.Required Materials:
The Department of Population Health Sciences is a hub for education, investigation, and methodological expertise in population health. Through a diverse faculty in three Divisions (Cancer Population Sciences, Biostatistics, and Health Services Innovation & Research), we provide expertise and infrastructure to advance capacity for impact-driven research, and support clinical professionals in providing better patient and population-oriented care in an increasingly complex healthcare delivery system.The Department of Population Health Sciences is strongly committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion in all areas of our mission: research, education, and service. We have an active
diversity/equity/inclusion
committee, and policies to ensure diversity of leadership roles and inclusion of all members of our department.Responsibilities
Fellows are expected to collaborate on established projects and are encouraged to conduct independent research with an emphasis on study inception. Fellows will also be expected to be productive manuscript writers and apply for their own research grants.Minimum Qualifications
A Ph.D. in economics, health services research, or related disciplines is required at the start of the Fellowship. Applications will be reviewed as they are received. Applicants from underrepresented groups are especially encouraged to apply.Additional Information
This position may require the successful completion of a criminal background check and/or drug screen. The University of Utah values candidates who have experience working in settings with students and patients from all backgrounds and possess a strong commitment to improving access to higher education and quality healthcare for historically underrepresented students and patients.All qualified individuals are strongly encouraged to apply. Veterans’ preference is extended to qualified applicants, upon request and consistent with University policy and Utah state law. Upon request, reasonable accommodations in the application process will be provided to individuals with disabilities.The University of Utah is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity employer and does not discriminate based upon race, ethnicity, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, pregnancy-related conditions, genetic information, or protected veteran’s status.To request a reasonable accommodation for a disability or if you or someone you know has experienced discrimination or sexual misconduct including sexual harassment, you may contact the Director/Title IX Coordinator in the Office of Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action (OEO/AA).Required Documents
Cover LetterCurriculum VitaeResearch StatementList of ReferencesOptional Documents
ResumeAddendum to the University of Utah - Veteran Only
#J-18808-Ljbffr