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UTHealth Houston Implementation Science Research Post Doctoral Fellow

The Postdoctoral Implementation Science Research Program at the UTHealth Houston Institute for Implementation Science aims to provide outstanding research and educational opportunities within the setting of a state-of-the-art medical and research center. The Institute seeks candidates who demonstrate interest and expertise in interdisciplinary implementation science. The Postdoctoral Implementation Science Research program values individuals from diverse educational and societal backgrounds for the unique perspectives they bring to close the research-to-practice gap and accelerate the use of evidence to improve population health and quality of life.

Under the guidance of the UTHealth Houston Institute for Implementation Science Co-Directors Bijal Balasubramanian, M.B.B.S., Ph.D., and Maria E. Fernandez, Ph.D., the Postdoctoral Research Fellow will contribute to the design, development, and execution of implementation research studies, summarize findings, and publish results in peer-reviewed journals. Faculty mentors, who are leaders in implementation science, translational research, and clinical research, will offer both formal and informal training, fostering extensive collaboration and professional development opportunities for the fellow.

The Postdoctoral Fellow will also receive training and supervision in the application of implementation science theories and methods, implementation mapping, and measurement of implementation constructs, outcomes, and processes. The fellow will gain experience participating in implementation research grant applications and have the opportunity to participate in global implementation science efforts with other Centers and Schools across UTHealth Houston.

Support for Postdoctoral Fellow

The program provides multidisciplinary training for two years with Institutional salary support funded by multiple sources. Stipend levels are set by the National Institutes of Health (NIH), based on years of related experience. The fellow is provided with other research support, including travel to at least one annual professional meeting and other support required for a useful training experience, including statistical consulting, some administrative and clerical support, and access to computers for writing and data analyses.

Minimum Requirements:

Applicants must have a Ph.D. or equivalent in relevant discipline.

All applicants must have completed their doctorate at the time of entry into the program. Must be a U.S. citizen or have Lawful Permanent Residency (Green Card) status at the time of appointment.

Description of Qualified Candidates:

• The applicant must have a record of research productivity through publications and presentations related to Implementation Science
• Ability to work both independently and as a collaborative team member
• Excellent interpersonal, verbal, and written communication
• Strong organizational skills

Postdoctoral fellows will engage in a comprehensive range of programmatic activities, including but not limited to participating, assisting, contributing, mentoring, facilitating, and leading efforts in:

• Grant writing
• Teaching classes
• Seminars
• Workshops
• Journal clubs
• National scientific meetings
• Training in responsible conduct in research
• Training in Implementation Science

Success of our postdoctoral graduates

Graduates of our postdoctoral program have been placed at numerous high-caliber institutions including the Texas A&M Institute for Advancing Health Through Agriculture, the UTHealth Houston Institute for Implementation Science, and the UTHealth Houston Center for Health Promotion and Prevention Research.

Application Process

Please direct information requests, application packets, and letters of recommendation submissions to [email protected].

For consideration into the postdoctoral program, please send an application packet consisting of the following:

1. Cover letter – detailing your research interest and fit for the position
2. Curriculum vitae
3. Statement of research interests, which should include the following items:
   1. History of research projects with emphasis on Implementation Science
   2. Current interests
   3. What you would like to learn and accomplish during your postdoctoral traineeship at UTHealth Houston – Institute for Implementation Science
   4. A list of program faculty with whom you would like to work
4. Scholarly writing sample - Scholarly writing samples can include dissertation chapters and publications. Electronic submission of materials (except reference letters) is strongly encouraged.
5. Name and Contact information for three references

Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled.

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