Community-Based Participatory Research Fellow
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Job Title:
Community-Based Participatory Research Fellow
Job Family:
Professionals
Full-Time/Part-Time:
Full time
Compensation Grade:
6S
Pay Type:
Salary
Department:
IACH Post Doc
Job Summary:
We are seeking a postdoctoral fellow to join a collaborative team advancing research on the non-medical drivers of health and their impact on chronic disease. This opportunity offers applied research experience grounded in community-based participatory research (CBPR), in partnership with Clemson University, Prisma Health, and LiveWell Greenville. Fellows may also engage with national research networks through affiliated institutions.
Job Description:
Key Responsibilities
- Lead and contribute to applied research projects focused on community health and health equity
- Conduct data collection, analysis, and interpretation to support program development and evaluation
- Prepare manuscripts, policy briefs, and community reports; present findings in academic and public forums
- Translate research into practice by co-developing and evaluating sustainable, community-informed programs
- Contribute to grant writing and assist in identifying and pursuing funding opportunities
- Build and strengthen partnerships across academic, clinical, and community sectors
- Support capacity-building efforts among community partners through training and technical assistance
- Mentor undergraduate and graduate students engaged in community health research
- Collaborate in the design and facilitation of seminars, workshops, or academic courses
- Engage in a structured CBPR training curriculum (synchronous and asynchronous modules)
- Develop accessible communication materials to share findings with broad audiences
- Participate in dissemination activities that inform policy and improve health outcomes
Qualifications
- Master's degree (MS, MPH, MHA, MSc, or equivalent) or doctoral degree (MD, DO, PhD, DrPH, DNP, DHA) in public health, community health, epidemiology, healthcare administration, or a related discipline
- Degree must be earned within the last three years (ABD candidates will be considered if degree is conferred by the start date)
- Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to engage academic and non-academic audiences
- Experience working with or alongside historically excluded communities
- Background in health equity, public health policy, or systems-level interventions is a plus
We value a range of experiences and perspectives. Candidates who do not meet all preferred qualifications are still encouraged to apply.
Education Requirements:
Masters (Required)
Certification Requirements:
Job Posting End Date (if date is blank, posting is open ended):
To apply, visit https://furman.wd115.myworkdayjobs.com/en-US/Furman_Careers/job/Main-Campus/Postdoctoral-Fellow---Community-Based-Participatory-Research_R003183
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