Post Doctoral Fellow in Clinical Prediction and Epidemiology of Diarrheal Diseases
Listed on 2026-08-16
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Post Doctoral Fellow in Clinical Prediction and Epidemiology of Diarrheal Diseases
Post Doctoral Fellow in Clinical Prediction and Epidemiology of Diarrheal Diseases
University of Utah
Salt Lake City, UT
Type:
Full-Time
Salary: $63,480 - $77,076 per year
Posted: 2 days ago
Application Due: 10/08/2026
Category:
Public and Environmental Health
Post Doctoral Fellow in Clinical Prediction and Epidemiology of Diarrheal Diseases
Job SummaryThe Leung lab ((Use the "Apply for this Job" box below).) in the Division of Infectious Diseases at the University of Utah School of Medicine is seeking a postdoctoral fellow to work on clinical, translational, and epidemiological projects relating to diarrheal diseases, focusing on the development of diagnostic and prognosticclinical prediction rules to improve the management of diarrheal illness. The position may involve international travel to work in collaboration with scientists in lower- and middle-income countries in Africa and Asia.
Manyopportunities for collaborations, and a mentorship team with clinical,epidemiological, machine learning, and statistical expertise. The position isfunded by a grant from the NIH/NIAID (R01AI
135114), though opportunities for additional projects in other areas are available according to the candidate'sinterest. Mentorship will be provided jointly by Dr. Daniel Leung and Dr. Ben Brintz
The University of Utah is located in Salt Lake City, which has been named oneof the top 10 mid-sized American cities. The city is a thriving hub forinnovation and the arts. Salt Lake City is surrounded by the Wasatch Mountains,which offer ample opportunity for outdoor adventure, including nine ski resortswithin an hour of campus. As a university, we are committed to supporting our faculty, staff, and students to lead balanced lives, while achieving success intheir professions.
We aim to create a space that is safe and welcoming for all,and where all employees are meaningfully engaged and have equal opportunity tosucceed.
Interested applicants should submit a personal statement, CV, and names of 3references through the application portal.
ResponsibilitiesWork on clinical, translational, and epidemiological projects relating to diarrheal diseases, focusing on the development of diagnostic and prognosticclinical prediction rules to improve the management of diarrheal illness. The position may involve international travel to work in collaboration with scientists in lower- and middle-income countries in Africa and Asia. Manyopportunities for collaborations, and a mentorship team with clinical,epidemiological, machine learning, and statistical expertise.
The position isfunded by a grant from the NIH/NIAID (R01AI
135114), though opportunities for additional projects in other areas are available according to the candidate'sinterest.
Experience in bioinformatics would be beneficial, though not essential.
Candidates must possess excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Requisition Number: PRN
45569B
Full Time or Part Time? Full Time
Work Schedule
Summary:
Department: 00235 - Infectious Disease
Location:
Campus
Pay Rate Range: 63,480 to 77,076
Close Date: 10/8/2026
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