"Post Doc Fellow, College of Medicine, Department of Environmental and Public Health Sciences"

Job Overview

As one of the oldest medical schools in the country, the University of Cincinnati College of Medicine (COM) has a reputation for training best-in-class health care professionals and developing cutting-edge procedures and research that improves the health and clinical care of patients. In partnership with the UC Health academic healthcare system and Cincinnati Children’s Hospital Medical Center, College of Medicine’s faculty are transforming the world of medicine every day. The Department of Environmental and Public Health Sciences is a top-tier department with world-renowned faculty and staff.

A full-time Post Doc Fellow position is available in the Department of Environmental and Public Health Sciences at the University of Cincinnati College of Medicine. 

A full-time Post Doctoral Fellow staff position is available in the epidemiology laboratory of Katherine Sabourin. The laboratory conducts field-based research and applies advanced statistical methods and a multidisciplinary approach to identify the factors leading to reactivation of Kaposi’s sarcoma herpesvirus, the etiological agent of Kaposi’s sarcoma (KS), in an effort to reduce KS morbidity and mortality.

Essential Functions

• Conduct research experiments in cancer and pediatric epidemiology, including analyzing longitudinal serological responses, assessing viral methylation, and characterizing oral microbiome compositions using advanced statistical methods.
• Sample inventory management and sample shipping.
• Gather and analyze data and develop new ideas.
• Prepare data summaries, reports, manuscripts and other presentations of research results.
• Participate/assist in manuscript writing for publication in scientific journals and/or presentation; may assist in grant writing.
• Keep informed of developments in field to maintain and enhance professional expertise.
• Lab maintenance, including equipment maintenance and ordering of supplies, as needed.
• May teach techniques to others, train, and mentor junior research staff.
• Engage in appropriate training and professional development opportunities.
• Play an active role in seeking career and research advice, both from the faculty supervisor and from other faculty members as well.
• Perform related duties based on departmental need. This job description can be changed at any time.

Minimum Requirements

Doctoral Degree in Epidemiology or Related Field.

Required Education

Doctoral Degree in the appropriate field or discipline, or the recognized terminal degree.

Physical Requirements/Work Environment

Office environment/no specific unusual physical or environmental demands.

Compensation and Benefits

UC offers an exceptional benefits package designed to support your well-being, financial security, and work-life balance. (UC Benefits Link) Highlights include:

Comprehensive Tuition Remission

UC provides tuition remission for you and your eligible dependents, covering tuition costs for nearly all undergraduate and graduate programs offered by the university.

Robust Retirement Plans

As a UC employee, you won’t contribute to Social Security (except Medicare). Instead, you’ll choose between state pension plans (OPERS, STRS) or an Alternative Retirement Plan (ARP), with UC contributing 14–18% of your salary based on position.

Real Work-Life Balance

UC prioritizes work-life balance with a generous time-off policy, including:

Vacation and sick time

11 paid holidays and additional end-of-year paid time off (Winter Season Days)

6 weeks of paid parental leave for new parents

Additional Benefits Include:

• Competitive salary based on experience
• Comprehensive health coverage (medical, dental, vision, prescription)
• Flexible spending accounts & wellness programs
• Professional development & mentorship opportunities

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