CFA Postdoctoral Fellow - Center Pandemic Decision Science

CFA Postdoctoral Fellow - Center for Pandemic Decision Science Hiring Department:
Department of Integrative Biology Position Open To:
All Applicants Weekly Scheduled

Hours:

40

FLSA Status:
Exempt Earliest

Start Date:

Immediately Position Duration:
Expected to Continue Until Oct 02, 2026

Location:

UT MAIN CAMPUSJob Details

General Notes

This is a one-year position with opportunity for renewal based on funding and performance. The position will include a full-time benefits package.

Security sensitive; criminal background check conducted on selected candidates. Hiring decision is contingent upon applicant clearing background requirement.

Applicants will be accepted on a rolling basis and evaluated via an accelerated video interview and decision process.

The Meyers Lab and epiENGAGE at The University of Texas at Austin are immediately seeking outstanding postdoctoral scholars to contribute to modeling the spread, surveillance, forecasting, and control of influenza and other infectious diseases. The research aims to elucidate epidemiological dynamics and provide robust insights and tools to support outbreak preparedness and response efforts across the United States.

• Lead the development and analysis of mathematical models to support the early detection, forecasting, and mitigation of emerging infectious disease outbreaks, including seasonal and pandemic influenza

• Contribute to the development of outbreak modeling tools and training resources for public health professionals

• Disseminate this work through direct engagement with scientists and public health professionals, as well as peer-reviewed publications

Candidates must have completed a PhD within the last 3 years in a quantitative science, statistics, computer science, mathematics, engineering, or a related discipline. The position will also require the ability to work quickly on time-sensitive analyses and collaborate with an interdisciplinary team.

Several years of experience in designing, validating, and applying mathematical models of outbreak dynamics and control. Experience collaborating with communities and public health professionals.

$70,000 + depending on qualifications

• Flexible work arrangement possible

• Occasional evenings and weekends required

• May work around standard office conditions

• Repetitive use of a keyboard at a workstation

• Flexible: 40 hours/week is required, and most of this time should be during normal business hours (e.g., 9:00am-5:00pm), although numbers of hours/day and days/week can be negotiated and may change depending on what projects are being pursued.

• Resume/CV

• Cover Letter

• Three (3) letters of reference

• PhD Verification (Examples of official documentation of the degree include:
  Copy of diploma (preferred) or official English translation of diploma, Copy of a letter of completion on letterhead from the office of the registrar or graduate office confirming completion of degree requirements, Copy of official transcript in English with "degree awarded" information.)

Please make sure you meet all the required qualifications and you can perform all of the essential functions with or without a reasonable accommodation.

The retirement plan for this position is Teacher Retirement System of Texas (TRS), subject to the position being at least 20 hours per week and at least 135 days in length. This position has the option to elect the Optional Retirement Program (ORP) instead of TRS, subject to the position being 40 hours per week and at least 135 days in length.

A criminal history background check will be required for finalist(s) under consideration for this position.

The University of Texas at Austin, as an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer, complies with all applicable federal and state laws regarding nondiscrimination and affirmative action. The University is committed to a policy of equal opportunity for all persons and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, age, marital status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, disability, religion, or veteran status in employment, educational programs and activities, and admissions.

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