Position Title: Postdoctoral Research Associate—Obesity Policy (Quantitative Analysis)
Institution (Location): Chicago, IL
Start Date (and other relevant dates): Summer 2009
Salary: Commensurate with experience
Candidate’s Qualifications (who should apply):
The successful candidate will have: a Ph.D. in political science, public policy, economics, or a closely related field; significant knowledge and interest in analysis of obesity policy issues as demonstrated by research, publications, consulting and conference presentations; experience with, and sophisticated knowledge of, advanced statistical techniques for the social sciences including hierarchical linear modeling and/or structural equation modeling; and demonstrated ability to write effectively and give effective presentations.
Position Description:
The Health Policy Center within the Institute for Health Research and Policy at the University of Illinois at Chicago has an immediate opening for a postdoctoral research associate to focus on quantitative analyses related to obesity policy issues. This is a one-year appointment with the possibility of renewal.
The successful candidate will conduct quantitative research related to the impact of public policies on school and community level practices and child/ adolescent behaviors as well as policy diffusion and event history analyses of the factors influencing policy development. The candidate will also work with senior staff to pursue external funding for research.
How to Apply:
Interested candidates should send a detailed CV, along up to three recent publications, and the names and contact information for three references to:
Dr. Jamie Chriqui
Institute for Health Research and Policy
University of Illinois at Chicago
1747 W. Roosevelt Rd., M/C 275
Room 558
Chicago, IL 60608
jchriqui@uic.edu
Due to the volume of applications, no phone calls please. Applications will be accepted until the position is filled.
The University of Illinois at Chicago is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Contact Information:
Dr. Jamie Chriqui
Institute for Health Research and Policy
University of Illinois at Chicago
1747 W. Roosevelt Rd., M/C 275
Room 558
Chicago, IL 60608
jchriqui@uic.edu