Post-Doctoral Fellow

Job Summary:

The University of Colorado's Centers for Health, Work & Environment (CHWE) is seeking to recruit a full-time Postdoctoral Fellow to conduct cutting-edge transdisciplinary research at the intersection of climate-related exposures and worker health under the mentorship of Dr. Lee Newman. The candidate will use epidemiological methods to research the impacts of extreme weather conditions and social determinants on the health and safety of agricultural workers in Mexico, Guatemala and the U.S. with the opportunity to expand into areas of agricultural community-based research, policy evaluation, and intervention design, evaluation, and dissemination.

The position will involve integration and analysis of diverse data sets, manuscript preparation, and the opportunity to assist in the design and implementation of primary data collection at our study sites in Guatemala and U.S. The primary focus of the work will be characterizing environmental risk factors for inflammatory chronic disease affecting kidney and respiratory tract in workers and their communities. As part of a collaborative research group, the postdoctoral fellow will have opportunities to contribute to additional ongoing research projects including estimation of climate-health impacts and development and evaluation of new preventive strategies.

The ideal candidate will be highly motivated with strong quantitative training and expertise in occupational or environmental epidemiology, application of biostatistical and computational methods applied to observational and intervention studies, community-participatory research methods, and an interest in conducting research with real-world, even immediate, impact. They will be able to think creatively and critically about complex problems, be detail-oriented, well-organized, and have strong written communication and collaboration skills.

Based in the Colorado School of Public Health and its highly ranked Department of Environmental and Occupational Health, the CHWE team conducts empirical field studies on heat, air pollution and work in Latin America and the U.S Our ongoing research is extensive and spans exposure and risk science, implementation and dissemination science, Total Worker Health, biomarker development, and laboratory studies to advance mechanistic understanding of how exposures contribute to disease. Intervention research is a major focus for our group, reflecting our emphasis on conducting research that informs public health practice. We emphasize high impact research that leads to near term improvements in the health, safety, and well-being of workers in the U.S. and internationally.

Our goal is to provide research training opportunities that help the post-doctoral fellow develop into an independent, productive scientist and educator. The candidate will identify a mentoring team, participate in current research, independently develop novel research ideas that complement the mission of CHWE, and become a productive part of a vibrant scientific community that focuses on prevention and promotion of worker health, safety, and well-being.

This position is supported by the Mountain and Plains Education and Research Center (MAP ERC), a T42 training grant funded by the National Institute of Occupational Health Sciences (NIOSH) in our Targeted Research Training Program for Environment and Worker Health. The MAP ERC provides a multidisciplinary training experience for graduate and post-doctoral trainees. This post-doctoral position resides in CHWE within the Colorado School of Public Health on the Anschutz Medical Campus. The position is for a one-year term. A second year is possible with sufficient progress and based on funding availability. The position will be for FY26 Level 0 or Level 1 Postdoc.

Key Responsibilities:

* Research (90%)

• Development of data analysis plans, soliciting input from the team and carrying out the proposed analyses

o Data analysis and computing

o Manuscript preparation including presentation of analyses and critical synthesis of current literature

o Presentation of findings at conferences

o Design, pilot testing and execution of primary data collection studies

o Participation in and coordination of regular meetings with the research team and the Targeted Research Training program trainees

* Education (10%)

o Participation in our OSH interdisciplinary symposium with MAP ERC faculty and fellow trainees

o Provide ad-hoc lectures to ColoradoSPH courses

Work Location:

Hybrid - this role is eligible for a hybrid schedule of 3 days per week on campus and as needed for in-person meetings. Office is in the Colorado School of Public Health, Anschutz Medical Campus, Aurora, Colorado.

Why Join Us:

The Colorado School of Public Health is a collaborative endeavor involving the University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus (CU Anschutz), Colorado State University (CSU), and the University of Northern Colorado (UNC). The Colorado School of Public Health is the first and only accredited school of public health in the Rocky Mountain Region, attracting top-tier faculty and students from across the country and providing vital contributions towards ensuring our region's health and well-being. Collaboratively formed in 2008 by CU Anschutz, CSU, and UNC, the Colorado School of Public Health provides education programs, including a Master's concentration in global health, innovative research that places the School in the top 20 in NIH funding among Schools of Public Health, and community service that addresses public health issues including chronic disease, healthcare access, occupational health and safety, climate, and environmental threats, emerging infectious diseases, population mental health, ONE HEALTH and injuries for the Rocky Mountain region, nationally and globally.

Why work for the University?

The University of Colorado offers a comprehensive benefits package. To see what benefits are available for Post-Doctoral Fellows, please visit:

* Payroll & Benefits Orientation for Post-Doctoral Fellows | University of Colorado (cu.edu)

* benefits guide cover-post-doc-2024 (cu.edu)

Qualifications:

Minimum Qualifications:

Applicants must meet minimum qualifications at the time of hire.

* PhD, DrPH, or equivalent in epidemiology, biostatistics, occupational and/or environmental health sciences, climate science, or associated discipline. Degree requirements must be met at the date of hire.

* Strong quantitative training.

* Minimum of two years of experience with statistical software R, SAS or equivalent.

Preferred Qualifications:

* Demonstrated record of scientific achievement

* Training, experience and interest in occupational health and safety research

* International research experience

* Experience working complex data sets spanning exposure, clinical, and laboratory biomarker data

* Excellent written and oral communication skills

* Ability to work independently on data analysis and research

* Strong organizational and communication skills

* Ability to work well with a diverse, transdisciplinary team

* Spanish language competency

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

We are seeking candidates with both the motivation and the skills to be an active contributor to our research team. The ideal candidate will have knowledge and interest in occupational health, climate-associated, environmental, and social determinants of health and quantitative data analysis methods. They will have the skills to manage and analyze complex, multidimensional data, and the ability to effectively communicate their research findings in writing and through oral presentations.

How to Apply:

For full consideration, please submit the following document(s):

1. A letter of interest describing relevant job experiences as they relate to listed job qualifications and interest in the position

2. Curriculum vitae / Resume

3. Three to Five professional references including name, address, phone number (mobile number if appropriate), and email address

Applications are accepted electronically ONLY at www.cu.edu/cu-careers.

Questions should be directed to: Lee S. Newman, MD, MA, University Distinguished Professor lee.newman@cuanschutz.edu

Screening of Applications Begins:

Immediately and continues until position is filled. For best consideration, apply by July 15, 2026

Anticipated Pay Range:

The starting salary range (or hiring range) for this position has been established as HIRING RANGE:

$63,480 for Level 0 Postdoc

$63,900 for Level 1 Postdoc

The above salary represents the University's good faith and reasonable estimate of the range of possible compensation at the time of posting. This position is not eligible for overtime compensation unless it is non-exempt.

Your total compensation goes beyond the number on your paycheck. The University of Colorado provides generous leave, health plans and retirement contributions that add to your bottom line.

Total Compensation Calculator: http://www.cu.edu/node/153125

Sponsorship

Statement

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement:

Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States without requiring sponsorship. We are unable to provide work visa sponsorship or employment authorization for this position now or in the future.

The University of Colorado (CU) is an Equal Opportunity Employer and complies with all applicable federal, state, and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment. We are committed to creating a workplace where all individuals are treated with respect and dignity, and we encourage individuals from all backgrounds to apply, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.

ADA Statement:

The University will provide reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities throughout the employment application process. To request an accommodation pursuant to the Americans with Disabilities Act, please contact the Human Resources ADA Coordinator at hr.adacoordinator@ucdenver.edu.

Background Check Statement:

The University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus is dedicated to ensuring a safe and secure environment for our faculty, staff, students and visitors. To assist in achieving that goal, we conduct background investigations for all prospective employees.

Vaccination Statement:

CU Anschutz strongly encourages vaccination against the COVID-19 virus and other vaccine preventable diseases. If you work, visit, or volunteer in healthcare facilities or clinics operated by our affiliated hospital or clinical partners or by CU Anschutz, you will be required to comply with the vaccination and medical surveillance policies of the facilities or clinics where you work, visit, or volunteer, respectively. In addition, if you work in certain research areas or perform certain safety sensitive job duties, you must enroll in the occupational health medical surveillance program.