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Postdoctoral Research Fellowship - Global Perinatal and Pediatric Epidemiology

Children's Hospital of Philadelphia
$20,800.00 - $110,400.00 Annually
United States, Pennsylvania, Philadelphia
Apr 08, 2026
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A Brief Overview Under the direction/guidance of a mentor (principal investigator), assumes responsibility for a specific, on-going research project. The experience will serve to extend, refine and enhance skills necessary for professional and career development, and will enable the individual to broaden his/her scientific background by acquiring new research capabilities. It is expected that this individual will conduct independent scholarly research, and will contribute directly to the overall research goals of the project and the research group. This role will be expected to participate in project planning, recording and interpretation/evaluation of data, and communication of results. This position will also be expected to acquire technical, lab management, and manuscript/grant writing skills; and participate in seminars, lectures, poster sessions and presentations at national meetings. This role also may be required to supervise junior lab members, develop new methods and protocols for research, and assist with the development of other research projects in the lab. The Chan Lab at the University of Pennsylvania's Perelman School of Medicine and Children's Hospital of Philadelphia is seeking a highly motivated postdoctoral researcher with a strong interest in perinatal and pediatric epidemiology. The postdoctoral fellow will engage in cutting-edge research focused on surveillance and risk prediction, neonatal infections and antimicrobial resistance, and the design and testing of interventions to improve maternal and child health outcomes. This position offers an excellent opportunity to further develop expertise in data analysis, drafting manuscripts for publication, grant writing, and conducting research projects, while contributing to high-impact global health initiatives. Our lab's diverse portfolio spans multi-country clinical trials, large epidemiological cohort studies, and innovations in technology and data science. Responsibilities Analyze datasets to address research questions and contribute to co-authoring manuscripts Lead and support data management activities, including data cleaning, analysis, and sharing Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team and partners on projects, including developing study protocols, obtaining IRB approvals, and implementing research activities Contribute to grant writing, preparation of technical reports, and dissemination of research findings Qualifications Doctoral degree in epidemiology, statistics, data science, or a related field Strong quantitative and analytical skills Excellent verbal, written, visualization and interpersonal communication skills Proficiency in STATA or R, with evidence of clear coding skills with detailed annotation Demonstrated ability to work independently as well as collaboratively as part of a culturally diverse and international team Additional qualifications Two or more years of technical expertise and project management skills in conducting research studies Exceptional organizational skills with strong attention to detail and time management skills Problem-solving mindset and a goal-oriented work ethic Position details This is a 1-year position with potential for renewal based on performance and funding The position is based in Philadelphia Application Process Interested candidates should submit the following: Curriculum Vitae Cover letter outlining research interests and relevant experience Selected candidates may be asked to complete a data analysis exercise as part of the interview process. 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