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| Job Title: | Post-Doctoral Associate |
| Work Type: | Work Days: Work Vary: Yes , Shift: Other, Hours Per Week: 40, Work Type: Regular |
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| Salary Offered: | Unspecified |
| Benefits: | Unspecified. |
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| Physical Required: | Unspecified |
| Drug Testing Required: | Unspecified |
| Education Required: | Doctoral Degree |
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| Experience Required: | Unspecified |
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Job ID343147
LocationDuluth
Job FamilyAcademic
Full/Part TimeFull-Time
Regular/TemporaryRegular
Job Code9546
Employee ClassAcad Prof and Admin
About the Job
The Memory Keepers Medical Discovery Team - Health Equity (MK-MDT), the University of Minnesota Medical School, Duluth campus, is focused on research concerning aging, cognitive health, and dementia in rural and Indigenous communities. Our modern facilities have been thoughtfully constructed to foster team science approaches to research and well-being. The MK-MDT faculty investigators work collaboratively with academic and community research partners throughout the Great Lakes Region, Alaska, and internationally.
The post-doctoral associate will conduct research aligned with the goals of the Memory Keepers Medical Discovery Team - Health Equity. They will also be expected to support MK-MDT faculty programs of research by assisting with grant writing, research design, data collection, data analysis and dissemination. Candidates with interests in health equity, capacity building, knowledge translation, community-based participatory research, health systems, intervention studies, health education and training related to brain health and/or dementia are encouraged to apply.
Duties/Responsibilities
Research (70%)
Conduct community-based participatory research in brain health equity in rural and/or Indigenous populations in Minnesota
Contribute to existing programs of research
Write grant applications
Review and synthesize research literature, conduct systematic and critical reviews
Community engagement
Data collection
Data analysis
Prepare conference presentations
Preparing and submitting manuscripts
Research/Administration (30%)
Organizing meetings and conferences
Supporting participant recruitment efforts
Prepare briefing notes, background reports, presentations, and other meeting materials
Other duties as assigned
Qualifications
Required Qualifications: Ph.D. in any of Health Sciences, Social Sciences, Psychology, or Indigenous Health
Preferred qualifications:
Experience with qualitative, quantitative, and/or mixed methods research methods
Experience related to research projects with Indigenous and/or rural communities.
Experience in community engagement
Knowledge and awareness of Indigenous and rural health and Indigenous health research ethics.
Ability to travel
About the Department
Based at the Medical School's Duluth Campus, the Memory Keepers Medical Discovery Team on Rural and American Indian Health Equity (MK-MDT) is one of four University of Minnesota Medical School Medical Discovery Team's funded by the State of Minnesota legislature. The Memory Keepers Medical Discovery Team is a $15.6 million, ten-year initiative to achieve the state's goals of improving patient and population health, lowering costs and improving healthcare experiences.
Located in downtown Duluth, the Medical Discovery Team resides in a newly renovated team science workspace that encompasses multiple research offices and meeting spaces for faculty and staff.
To discover more about the Memory Keepers Medical Discovery Team go to:
The mission of the University of Minnesota Medical School, Duluth campus is to be a national leader in improving healthcare access and outcomes in rural Minnesota and American Indian/Alaska Native (AI/AN) communities.
We do this by:
Educating medical students dedicated to serving rural Minnesota and American Indian/Alaska Native communities
Fostering excellence in research
Emphasizing the training of physicians in Family Medicine
Creating strong partnerships locally, regionally, nationally and internationally
Working in innovative, interdisciplinary and inter-professional teams
How To Apply
Applications must be submitted online. To be considered for this position, please click the Apply button and follow the instructions. You will have the opportunity to complete an online application for the position and attach a cover letter and resume.
Additional documents may be attached after application by accessing your "My Job Applications" page and uploading documents in the "My Cover Letters and Attachments" section.
This position will remain open until filled.
To request an accommodation during the application process, please e-mail employ@umn.edu or call (612) 624-UOHR (8647).
Diversity
Employment Requirements
Any offer of employment is contingent upon the successful completion of a background check. Our presumption is that prospective employees are eligible to work here. Criminal convictions do not automatically disqualify finalists from employment.
About the U of M
University of Minnesota, Duluth (UMD)
The University of Minnesota, Duluth (UMD) consistently ranks among the top Midwestern, regional universities in U.S. News and World Report's "America's Best Colleges" issue.
Overlooking Lake Superior, UMD provides an alternative to both large research and small liberal arts environments and attracts students looking for a personalized learning experience on a medium-sized campus of a major university. A firm liberal arts foundation anchors a variety of traditional degree programs, as well as professional and graduate students that draw on UMD's many research institutes and labs.
The University recognizes and values the importance of diversity and inclusion in enriching the employment experience of its employees and in supporting the academic mission. The University is committed to attracting and retaining employees with varying identities and backgrounds.
The University of Minnesota provides equal access to and opportunity in its programs, facilities, and employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, gender, age, marital status, disability, public assistance status, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or gender expression. To learn more about diversity at the U: http://diversity.umn.edu.
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