A232501
Mentor: Dr. Latesha Elopre opens a new website, Division of Infectious Diseases
A postdoctoral position working with Dr. Elopre’s dry lab in the Department of Medicine/Infectious Diseases at the University of Alabama at Birmingham is available. Dr. Elopre’s research is focused on improving HIV health disparities through increasing utilization of HIV-prevention strategies, like HIV pre-exposure prophylaxis (i.e. PrEP), among sexual and gender minority populations. Dr. Elopre uses mixed-methods, implementation science, and epidemiologic approaches to evaluate barriers to uptake of PrEP and design behavioral interventions tailored to populations vulnerable to infection.
Candidates will be expected to work with Dr. Elopre on a project studying implementation of PrEP into routine gynecologic care as well as proposals focused on improving PrEP access with other marginalized groups. The ideal candidate will have a PhD in clinical behavioral science (specifically mixed methodology), epidemiology, implementation science, or public health with an emphasis on HIV prevention, or related field. The candidate should also have strong communication and writing skills, as the candidate will be expected to help with grant proposals and manuscripts. Based on the candidate’s interests and goals, it is expected that this work will be adopted by the candidate as the foundation of a mentored career/research development proposal (K series equivalent, early career award, etc.) towards the end of the postdoctoral period.
Responsibilities include but are not limited to
- Project management
- Supporting development of data collection tools (questionnaires, interview guides)
- Qualitative data collection
- Analysis of existing qualitative and quantitative data
- Leading and supporting manuscript writing
- Leading and supporting grant proposal development and writing
Qualifications
Basic Qualifications
- PhD
Additional Qualifications
- Experience in HIV/AIDS programs and services is highly desirable
- Experience working with sexual, gender and minority populations
Opportunities
Ample opportunities for professional development, mentorship, academic and research leadership, publication, and applied knowledge translation will be provided through the interdisciplinary training environment in the UAB Heersink School of Medicine and Division of Infectious Disease. Through her NIMH, NIAID and industry-funded research, Dr. Elopre collaborates closely with community partners, UAB and other academic faculty with expertise in mixed methods, behavioral science, epidemiology, biostatistics, and behavioral psychology. This opportunity involves being part of a team of interdisciplinary faculty, trainees and staff collaborating through the UAB Center for AIDS Research (CFAR). Additional professional development opportunities are available through the UAB Center for Clinical and Translational Sciences.
Other Details
- University of Alabama at Birmingham is located in Birmingham, AL.
- Funding for this position is available for at least 2 years.
- Applications will be reviewed until the position is filled.
Applications
Applications should be submitted as single PDF document that includes:
- One-page statement of academic/research interests
- Academic CV
- Contact information for three academic references
- Academic transcripts for the most recent degree completed/in progress
Inquiries and applications should be addressed to:
Latesha Elopre, MD, MSPH
Division of Infectious Diseases
Department of Medicine
The University of Alabama at Birmingham
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About our Postdoc Office
UAB is committed to the development and success of outstanding postdoctoral scientists. Here at UAB, nearly 300 postdoctoral fellows are training currently in a variety of disciplines. Competitive postdoc awards are available including internships, grant incentives, funds to enhance education and collaboration outside UAB, and teaching opportunities at local universities. There is also a Postdoc Research Day with monetary awards. The Office of Postdoctoral Education strongly encourages UAB research mentors to follow the National Research Service Award stipend level guidelines, and postdoctoral scholars qualify for health, life, and other insurances. They also have the right to participate in the university’s 403(b) program and enjoy vacation, sick leave, maternity/paternity leave, and other benefits.
About the University
The University of Alabama at Birmingham (UAB) is a research university and academic health center that discovers, teaches, and applies knowledge for the intellectual, cultural, social, and economic benefit of Birmingham, the state, and beyond. UAB is internationally renowned for its intensely collaborative culture that has — for more than five decades — produced breakthroughs in education, health care, research, and service. UAB was ranked #1 in the United States, and in the top 10 worldwide, in the Times Higher Education World University Rankings, 2018 Young University Rankings.
Spanning more than 100 city blocks, UAB is the state of Alabama’s largest single employer with over 26,000 employees and has an annual state-wide economic impact exceeding $7.15 billion. U.S. News & World Report’s 2020 “America’s Best Graduate Schools” ranks 14 UAB graduate programs among the nation’s top 25 and 10 UAB specialties were ranked among the nation’s top 50 in the magazine’s 2018-2019 Best Hospitals report. UAB research grants and awards are at a record high, exceeding $527 million in FY18, including $320 million in NIH funding for FY18. UAB ranks 31st among all universities in federal research funding and 15th among public universities. UAB's NIH funding continues to grow among peer institutions in the Southeast and beyond, with the university ranking 20th among all universities in NIH funding and eighth among public universities. The UAB Heersink School of Medicine is ranked 21st among medical schools in NIH funding and eighth among public medical schools.
UAB is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer committed to fostering a diverse, equitable and family-friendly environment in which all faculty and staff can excel and achieve work/life balance irrespective of, race, national origin, age, genetic or family medical history, gender, faith, gender identity, and expression as well as sexual orientation. UAB also encourages applications from individuals with disabilities and veterans.
For more information on Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action at UAB, visit the UAB Office of Diversity, Equity and Inclusion opens a new website, call (205) 934-8762, or contact the office at 701 20th Street South, AB 336, Birmingham, AL 35294-0103.
