Postdoctoral Researcher; PIER Advancing Reproductive Health Research

Postdoctoral Researcher (PIER Advancing Reproductive Health Research)

Prairie View A&M University invites applications for a Postdoctoral Researcher in the PIER (Pregnancy, Infant, and Education Research) Program. This full‑time, one‑year appointment is based in Prairie View, Texas, and may be renewed for a second year contingent on performance and available funding.

The researcher will conduct mentored public‑health research focused on HIV‑related care, adolescent health, maternal‑child health, artificial intelligence (AI), and bioinformatics. The role emphasizes generating research that contributes to meaningful improvements in health outcomes across a broad range of populations. The position integrates scholarship, teaching, and community engagement while supporting capacity‑building in public health research.

• Conduct independent and collaborative research addressing reproductive health topics among adolescents and young adults.
• Engage in community‑informed research approaches and interdisciplinary collaboration to design and evaluate nursing and public health interventions.
• Disseminate research findings through peer‑reviewed publications, conference presentations, and professional or public forums.
• Teach one course in the home discipline during one semester and co‑teach a course in the College of Engineering in a subsequent semester.
• Mentor undergraduate or graduate students engaged in research.
• Participate in professional development workshops, writing retreats, and grant development activities.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

• Earned doctorate (PhD, DrPH) in Public Health or a closely related field.
• No prior experience required.

• Doctor of Philosophy (PhD/DrPH) in Public Health or related fields, earned within the past three years.
• Research interests in reproductive health, HIV prevention or care, adolescent health, maternal‑child health, AI, or bioinformatics.
• Evidence of scholarly productivity (e.g., publications, presentations).
• Demonstrated commitment to improving health outcomes across varied populations.

• Resume or Curriculum Vitae.
• Cover Letter.
• Other documents requested by the Recruiting Team.

Prairie View A&M University is an Equal Opportunity / Veterans / Disability Employer. All applicants are encouraged to apply.

01/19/2026