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Position: Postdoctoral Research Associate - Global Health Program



Description: The interdisciplinary Global Health Program, administered by the Princeton School of Public and International Affairs, invites outstanding researchers to apply for appointments as Postdoctoral or more senior Research Associates. The Postdoctoral Research Associates will collaborate on the academic activities of the Global Health Program, in addition to conducting their own original research. Responsibilities will include providing guidance, advising and leading methodological workshops on students' independent research projects. The Postdoctoral Research Associates may be invited to teach in one of Princeton's undergraduate programs. Any teaching is contingent on sufficient enrollments and must be approved by the Office of the Dean of the Faculty. The term of appointment is based on rank. Positions at the postdoctoral rank are for one year with the possibility of renewal pending satisfactory performance and continued funding; those hired at more senior ranks may have multi-year appointments. Anticipated start date is August 1, 2025. Selected candidates will be required to be in residence in Princeton or the local vicinity, or demonstrate to the program's satisfaction the ability to be on campus on a daily basis and on short notice in order to fulfill responsibilities relating to in-person participation. We seek candidates committed to interdisciplinary research in global health, who innovate methodologically and who demonstrate strong commitment to undergraduate teaching. Candidates who are working in various social science or natural science disciplines will be considered. Applicable social science fields include but are not limited to: public policy, anthropology, political science, public health, demography, economics, sociology, global health, political science, social determinants of health. Applicable natural science fields include but are not limited to: epidemiology, disease ecology, environmental health, biostatistics, vaccination. Applicants are required to hold a Ph.D. or expect to receive a Ph.D. degree by the anticipated start date of the appointment. Applicants must have no more than two years of postdoctoral work experience prior to the start of the appointment. Applicants must apply online at and submit a cover letter (indicating relevant qualifications and plans for research and writing), a curriculum vitae, one writing sample and contact information for two references. Referees will be contacted by email with instructions on how to submit a recommendation letter. The deadline for submission is December 8, 2024 at 11:59 p.m. EST. Applicants will be notified of the outcome of their applications in March 2025. For more information about the Global Health Program, please visit its website at This position is subject to the University's background check policy. The work location for this position is in-person on campus at Princeton University. The Princeton School of Public and International Affairs is especially interested in candidates who, through their research, teaching and service, will contribute to the diversity and excellence of the academic community. We actively seek colleagues of exceptional ability who represent a broad range of viewpoints, experience and value systems and who share Princeton University's dedication to excellence and service. Princeton University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

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