Postdoctoral Fellowship in Nursing

University of Pennsylvania

Institution: University of Pennsylvania, Philadelphia, PA
Program: Program for Research on Men’s Health, School of Nursing and Perelman School of Medicine
Mentor: Derek M. Griffith, PhD
Position Type: 1-year postdoctoral fellowship, renewable for a second year

Position Overview

The University of Pennsylvania invites applications for one postdoctoral position in the Program for Research on Men’s Health. This fellowship focuses on men’s health equity, examining the intersection of men’s health and health equity to achieve optimal well-being and social justice for men in the U.S. and globally.

The Program collaborates with Global Action on Men’s Health, the Equimundo MenCare Changemaker Journey, and the Movember Foundation, among others, to build capacity and impact in men’s health research and advocacy. Examples of collaborations include the MenCare Changemaker Journey and the Real Face of Men’s Health 2025 United States Report.

The fellowship aims to train scholars to strengthen research competencies in:

• Men’s health and men’s health equity
• Health equity and health justice
• Population health and well-being
• Multilevel intervention strategies
• Global literature and expertise
• Historical and humanities context in men’s health
• Policy education and advocacy
• Academic and non-academic dissemination of research
• Effective collaboration across communities

The fellow will work directly with leaders from partner organizations on research projects and initiatives.

Position Summary

• Duration: 2 years (beginning August 2026; 1-year renewable for a second year)
• Salary: $70,000 + health insurance
• Relocation/moving expenses: $3,000 (position may be remote)
• Discretionary funds: $15,000 (over the 2-year period)
• Application Deadline: Friday, March 13, 2026

The Postdoctoral Fellow will conduct and disseminate research aligned with the Program’s goals and values. Responsibilities include publishing dissertation findings, collaborating on manuscripts and projects with Dr. Griffith and partner organizations, and developing new research initiatives.

Responsibilities

• Assume primary responsibility for the development of their research and career
• Collaborate with the mentoring team to develop a mentoring and career development plan
• Conduct rigorous and ethical research in accordance with institutional and federal regulations
• Work collegially and cooperatively with faculty mentors and co-workers

Qualifications

1. PhD in social science, behavioral science, nursing, public health, or related areas
2. Interest in pursuing an academic career or a career emphasizing scholarly research, particularly programmatic or policy intervention research

Visa sponsorship: Candidates requiring visa sponsorship are welcome to apply.

Application Instructions

Applicants should submit the following:

1. Current curriculum vitae
2. Official transcripts
3. Dissertation defense date for PhD (or equivalent) degree, if applicable
4. Two-page statement of research interests, indicating how global men’s health equity and the Program align with their interests
5. One-page personal statement of career goals and how the fellowship will support them
6. Interview with PRMH, Nursing, and Medicine faculty

Questions: Contact Emily Jaeger (jaeger1@upenn.edu) or Derek Griffith (dmg7@nursing.upenn.edu)

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