The primary purposes of this 2-year, post-doctoral, Research Associate position are to: 1) train the Research Associate in healthy equity-focused, community-engaged research as part of ongoing work in the Meharry/Vanderbilt Community Engaged Research Core; and 2) prepare the Research Associate for an academic career that includes healthy equity-focused, community-engaged research.



Daily Operations



Develop and implement and independent, health equity-focused, community engagement research project.
Contribute to health-equity focused, community-engaged research projects of faculty mentors and faculty affiliated with the Meharry/Vanderbilt Community Engaged Research Core.
Submit first-authored research manuscripts based on independent research project and those conducted in collaboration with faculty members.
Present research at local and national conferences.
Participant in community-engaged research training and other professional develop opportunities.
Performs other related duties as assigned.



Required Skills



• Knowledge of computing software and tools
• Strong verbal and written communications skills
• Self-motivated, organized, and flexible
• Able to work independently when required



Required Education and Experience



• Completed doctoral degree in a public health, community health, or related scientific field is required.
• Demonstrated interest/experience in health disparities and/or equity-focused, community-engaged research


Other Requirements


1. Cover Letter
2. Curriculum Vitae
3. 1-page statement of research interests and skills
4. Two examples of written work
5. List of three people that can provide professional references.