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| Job Title: |
Postdoctoral Research Fellow in Cancer Prevention/Digital Health
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University of Louisville
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| Posted: |
11/5/2026
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Full-Time
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1
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| Location: |
Louisville, KY USA
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| Position Description: |
The University of Louisville (UofL) School of Public Health & Information Sciences (SPHIS) invites applications for a Postdoctoral Research Fellow in Cancer Prevention/Digital Health to join an interdisciplinary research program focused on cancer prevention, health communication, social media, community- engaged research, & the development & evaluation of innovative behavioral interventions. The successful candidate will work closely with Eric R. Walsh-Buhi, MPH, PhD, Dean of SPHIS, Professor of Health Promotion & Behavioral Sciences, & Deputy Director for Cancer Prevention & Control at the UofL Health – Brown Cancer Center (BCC). This fellowship offers an opportunity for an emerging scholar to contribute to NIH-funded research while developing an independent research trajectory at the intersection of cancer prevention, behavioral science, health communication, & digital technologies. The fellow will participate in ongoing studies & help advance the next generation of cancer prevention interventions, particularly those targeting adolescents & young adults. The position is envisioned as a two-year research & professional development experience, with an initial one-year appointment & the possibility of renewal for a second year, contingent upon satisfactory performance & funding availability. The fellow will benefit from direct mentorship, opportunities for first-author publications, hands-on experience developing NIH grant applications, & interdisciplinary collaborations across UofL. Depending on eligibility & institutional processes, the fellow may also have opportunities for affiliation with the BCC & participation in its Cancer Prevention & Control research activities.
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| Qualifications: |
Hold a PhD, DrPH, ScD, or equivalent research doctorate from an accredited institution in public health, health promotion, behavioral science, psychology, communication, epidemiology, or a closely related field by the appointment start date.• Demonstrate research interests & experience relevant to one or more of the following: cancer prevention, health behavior, digital health, health communication, social media, community-engaged research, or behavioral intervention development.• Have experience conducting empirical research, including data collection, management, analysis, & interpretation.• Demonstrate strong scientific writing skills & potential for publication in peer-reviewed journals.• Possess excellent organizational, interpersonal, & oral communication skills.• Demonstrate the ability to work independently & collaboratively within an interdisciplinary research team.
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| Organization Description: |
University
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| Closing Date: |
2/5/2027
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| Contact Name: |
Kim Kays, Postdoctoral Research Fellow in Cancer Prevention/Digital Health
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| Contact Location: |
485 E. Gray St
Health Promotion and Behavioral Sciences
Louisville KY 40202
United States
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| Contact Location: |
485 E. Gray St
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Health Promotion and Behavioral Sciences
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Louisville KY 40202
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United States
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5028523297
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kim.kays@louisville.edu
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| How to Apply: |
https://www.linkedin.com/jobs/view/4484363901/? trk=mcm
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2/5/2027
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