Post Doctoral Associate (Implementation Science)

About the Role

The Post Doctoral Associate performs scientific research and studies under the supervision of managing staff. The role promotes institutional recognition through contributions to the scientific community. This is a full-time, in-person position at the School of Nursing and Health Studies at the Coral Gables campus of the University of Miami.

Key Responsibilities

• Conducts research on specific areas of study as assigned.
• Prepares research reports and technical papers for publishing.
• Investigates the feasibility of applying a wide variety of scientific principles and theories.
• Maintains substantial knowledge of state-of-the-art principles and theories.
• Develops advanced analytical models and systems and provides solutions and analyses to support strategic and tactical decisions.
• Adheres to University and unit-level policies and procedures and safeguards University assets.

Department Specific Functions

The Postdoctoral Associate (Implementation Science) will support research activities under the direction of a PI or designee. The research team uses implementation and behavioral science to address HIV and behavioral health disparities affecting key populations.

• JUNTOS HIV Self Testing Project:

• Lead facilitation of stakeholder co-design workshops to develop and refine implementation and reach strategies.

• Oversee data collection activities and ensure adherence to study protocols and research procedures.

• Lead development and refinement of implementation strategies and blueprints designed to integrate JUNTOS into organizational workflows.

• Collaborate with study staff to ensure appropriate participant screening, consent, enrollment, and randomization procedures.

• Conduct or support qualitative, quantitative, and mixed-methods analyses related to implementation and intervention outcomes.

• Assist with evaluation of intervention acceptability, appropriateness, and feasibility.

• Contribute to interpretation and dissemination of study findings through manuscripts, presentations, and reports.

• Lead or support secondary analyses arising from the project.

• LGBTQ-Affirmative CBT Implementation Trial:

• Develop and propose secondary analysis projects using existing implementation trial data.

• Conduct approved quantitative, qualitative, or mixed-methods analyses.

• Lead and/or contribute to preparation of peer-reviewed manuscripts and conference presentations.

• Support preparation of primary study manuscripts and dissemination products.

• Create individualized feedback reports for participating implementation sites.

• Develop and deliver presentations and webinars to disseminate study findings to participating organizations and implementers.

• Contribute to interpretation and dissemination of implementation outcomes.

• General Responsibilities:

• Support development and submission of grant applications and other research proposals.

• Provide mentorship and scientific guidance to research staff, trainees, and students involved in research activities.

• Collaborate with investigators and study staff to ensure scientific rigor, data integrity, regulatory compliance, and successful project implementation.

• Develop and maintain expertise in implementation science, HIV prevention and treatment, behavioral health, and clinical research methods.

• Attend weekly lab meetings and project-specific meetings.

• May have opportunities to support other ongoing and new projects.

Qualifications

• Education: Doctorate degree in a relevant field.
• Certification and Licensing: Refer to Department Description for applicable certification requirements.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Learning Agility: Ability to learn new procedures, technologies, and protocols, and adapt to changing priorities and work demands.
• Teamwork: Ability to work collaboratively with others and contribute to a team environment.
• Technical Proficiency: Skilled in using office software, technology, and relevant computer applications.
• Communication: Strong and clear written and verbal communication skills for interacting with colleagues and stakeholders.
• Expertise in implementation science, HIV prevention and treatment, behavioral health, and clinical research methods.

Tech Stack

• Office software
• Technology
• Relevant computer applications