"PhD Epidemiologist- IDIM"

About the Job

PhD Epidemiologist – Advanced HIV Research

Position Summary:

We are seeking a highly motivated PhD-level Epidemiologist with strong expertise in biostatistical methods and database management to support clinical and laboratory-based research in the field of advanced HIV disease and opportunistic infections. The ideal candidate will have a proven track record of applying rigorous epidemiologic and statistical approaches to complex datasets, collaborating with multidisciplinary teams, and advancing knowledge in pathogenesis, prevention, diagnosis and treatment of opportunistic infections related to advanced HIV.

Key Responsibilities:

• Design and implement statistical analyses for clinical trials, cohort studies, and laboratory-based investigations related to HIV and opportunistic infections.
• Develop and apply advanced epidemiological methods to assess disease burden, risk factors, and outcomes in populations affected by advanced HIV disease.
• Collaborate with investigators, clinicians, and laboratory scientists to integrate epidemiological and biostatistical perspectives into study design and interpretation.
• Work collaboratively with the existing biostatistical team on data management, quality control, and reproducible analytic pipelines for large and complex datasets, including clinical and laboratory data.
• Contribute to manuscript preparation, grant applications, and conference presentations by providing robust statistical and epidemiological expertise.
• Mentor junior researchers, trainees, and staff in epidemiology and biostatistics.
• Stay current with advances in HIV research, epidemiologic methods, and statistical tools to ensure cutting-edge approaches are applied.

Qualifications

Required Qualifications: Must be documented on all application materials

• PhD in Epidemiology, Biostatistics, or a closely related field with substantial research and publication records
• Demonstrated expertise in advanced statistical methods, including survival analysis, longitudinal data analysis and meta-analysis.
• Experience with HIV research, particularly advanced HIV disease and opportunistic infections, strongly preferred.
• Experience with RedCap.
• Proficiency in statistical software such as R, SAS, or Stata; experience with data visualization and reproducible workflows (e.g., R Markdown, Git) is desirable.
• Strong publication record in peer-reviewed journals.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills with the ability to convey complex statistical findings to diverse audiences.
• Collaborative mindset and experience working in multidisciplinary research teams.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience with laboratory-based datasets, biomarker analysis, or integration of clinical and laboratory data.
• Familiarity with global health research or work in resource-limited settings.
• Knowledge of regulatory and ethical frameworks governing HIV clinical research.

Pay and Benefits

Pay Range: Starting range is $55,952 - $172K, depending on education/qualifications/experience

Time Appointment Category : 75%-100% Appointment (If job description above does not specify appointment or expected weekly hours, assume a 100% appointment.)

Position Type : Civil-Service & Non-Faculty Labor Represented Staff

Please visit the Office of Human Resources website for more information regarding benefit eligibility.

The University offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes:

• Competitive wages, paid holidays, and generous time off
• Continuous learning opportunities through professional training and degree-seeking programs supported by the Regents Tuition Benefit Program
• Low-cost medical, dental, and pharmacy plans
• Healthcare and dependent care flexible spending accounts
• University HSA contributions
• Disability and employer-paid life insurance
• Employee wellbeing program
• Excellent retirement plans with employer contribution
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) opportunity
• Financial counseling services
• Employee Assistance Program with eight sessions of counseling at no cost
• Employee Transit Pass with free or reduced rates in the Twin Cities metro area

How To Apply

Applications must be submitted online. To be considered for this position, please click the Apply button and follow the instructions. You will be given the opportunity to complete an online application for the position and attach a cover letter and resume.

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