Postdoctoral Opportunities at the U of M

State Health Access Data Assistance Center
University of Minnesota

Post-Doctoral Associate

Posted on 10/22/2004

The Division of Health Services Research and Policy, School of Public Health, University of Minnesota seeks a Post-doctoral Associate to work at the State Health Access Data Assistance Center (SHADAC), a research and technical assistance center located at the University of Minnesota. For more information see: http://www.shadac.org/

Duties: Analyze data, develop variable coding schemes, document variable comparability issues, and develop and verify sample designs; conduct highly technical statistical analysis and synthesize results into clear, concise, and understandable reports; collaborate with principal investigator on grant agency reports and publications of findings, including Sponsored Project reports, grant final reports, conference papers, and articles for publication; participate intellectually with faculty and graduate student members; present research at scholarly conferences and preferably publish related research in academic journals; work effectively in a multi-disciplinary team environment. Travel may be required.

Required Qualifications: Earned Ph.D. in health services research, epidemiology, or related public health field; ability to design research studies, manage data collection activities, develop and execute highly technical statistical analyses and synthesize the results into clear, concise, and understandable reports and presentations; strong data collection methodology, organization, statistical analysis, and English verbal and written communication skills; ability to work effectively in a multi-disciplinary team environment. Some travel may be required.

Preferred Qualifications: Knowledge of federal and state health care policy and programs; advanced data analysis skills; at least one year of experience with large, complex datasets; demonstrated ability to write for varied professional and lay audiences.

This 12-month, 100% time appointment is annually reviewable, dependent upon continued funding, and offers fringe benefits as defined for the post-doctoral associate position and in keeping with meeting specific eligibility requirements. Salary is based on experience and qualifications. Application deadline is November 3, 2004. Candidates should send a letter of application, CV, and the names of three references to: Kelli Johnson, State Health Access Data Assistance Center, 2221 University Avenue, Suite 345, Minneapolis, MN 55414 or johns706@umn.edu.

The University of Minnesota is an equal opportunity educator and employer.

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