Postdoctoral Fellowship -- Center for Men's Health Equity, Racial Justice Institute
Georgetown University

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Postdoctoral Fellowship -- Center for Men's Health Equity, Racial Justice Institute - Georgetown University Medical Center
Georgetown University: Research Centers and Institutes: Racial Justice Institute

Location: Washington, DC
Open Date: Mar 07, 2023
Deadline: Apr 21, 2023 at 11:59 PM Eastern Time

Description
Georgetown University in Washington D.C. invites applications for 1 postdoctoral position in the newly established Center for Men's Health Equity in the Racial Justice Institute at Georgetown University. The fellowship is for 1 year, renewable for a second year, depending on successful completion of work in the first year.

The postdoctoral fellow will have a primary research focus on men's health equity: research at the nexus of men's health and health equity in an effort to achieve optimal well-being and social justice for men.

The aim of this fellowship is to train a scholar to further develop and strengthen research competencies in men's health, men's health equity, health equity/ health justice, and population health and well-being including: the values and mission of health equity and health justice; the importance of focusing on well-being in addition to health; engaging literature and expertise from across the globe; the implications of intersectionality for men's health equity; multilevel intervention strategies; the value of historical context and humanities expertise; definitions of expertise and who we have as partners in research; the value of disseminating research through academic and non-academic outlets; policy education and advocacy; and the ability to work effectively in, with, and across communities.

Position Summary

The Postdoctoral Fellow in Men's Health Equity will conduct and disseminate research that aligns with the goals and values of the Center for Men's Health Equity. The fellow will focus on publishing their dissertation findings, collaborating on manuscripts and projects of the Director of the Center, and developing new research projects.

The Postdoctoral Fellow in Men's Health Equity will conduct and disseminate research that aligns with the goals and values of the Center for Men's Health Equity. The primary mentor for the successful candidate will be Derek M. Griffith, the director of the center. The fellow will focus on publishing their dissertation findings, collaborating on manuscripts and projects with Dr. Griffith (and other colleagues from Global Action on Men's Health and the Pan-American Health Organization, etc.), and developing new research projects.

Responsibilities of the postdoctoral fellow:

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

Qualifications
Minimum qualifications:

PhD in social science, behavioral science, public health or related area. The ideal candidate will have an interest in pursuing an academic career or a career where scholarly research, particularly programmatic or policy intervention research, is a priority. Some ability to read, write, and speak in Spanish is preferred. Fellows do not need to be United States citizens though international scholars will be governed by information present at the following page: https://internationalservices.georgetown.edu/departments/inviting-and-hiring/inviting-postdoctoral-fellows/.


Application Instructions
Applicants should submit the following:

• The online application
• Current curriculum vitae
• Official transcripts
• A three-page statement of research interests that clearly indicates how men’s health equity is part of their research interests
• A one-page personal statement of career goals
• Three letters of recommendation
• Dissertation defense date for PhD (or equivalent) degree if applicable

Questions:

Please send questions about the position to Emily Jaeger (ej302@georgetown.edu) or Derek Griffith (derek.griffith@georgetown.edu).


For more information and to apply, visit https://apply.interfolio.com/104876

Georgetown University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer fully dedicated to achieving a diverse faculty and staff. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity and expression, and sexual orientation), disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

If you are a qualified individual with a disability and need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application and hiring process, please click here for more information, or contact the Office of Institutional Diversity, Equity & Affirmative Action (IDEAA) at (202) 687-4798.






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