Postdoctoral Research Associate

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** About the Opportunity
** Northeastern University in Boston, Massachusetts is seeking a Postdoctoral Research Associate with strong research interests and expertise in investigating the social determinants of health. The focus of this role is on cognitive decline and dementia, with an emphasis on:
* Applying epidemiologic, econometric, and other methods to strengthen causal inference
* Working with multilevel, longitudinal data and quasi-experimental approaches
* Exploring gender, racial/ethnic, and socioeconomic disparities

The Postdoctoral Research Associate will join an interdisciplinary team — including social epidemiologists, data scientists, and policy researchers — and will be involved in all aspects of the research process, including:
* Analyzing rich datasets for publications
* Developing and writing research proposals and publications
* Participating in academic mentorship of graduate students
* Presenting and disseminating research findings at professional conferences
* Accessing career development resources through Northeastern University and the Greater Boston area
* Coordinating one or more ongoing research projects (as opportunities arise)
* Initiating independent research projects (as opportunities arise)
* Participating in project team meetings, seminars, and actively contributing to research progress
** Qualifications
* ** Doctoral degree in epidemiology, social and behavioral sciences, public health, health economics, or a related field
* Strong communication and writing skills
* Experience in advanced epidemiologic and/or econometric methods to strengthen causal inference is strongly preferred
*** The initial appointment is for a one-year period, with the possibility for renewal.
****** This position is fully remote — no on-campus presence is required.
***** Position Type
** Research
* * Additional Information
** Northeastern University considers factors such as candidate work experience, education and skills when extending an offer.

Northeastern has a comprehensive benefits package for benefit eligible employees. This includes medical, vision, dental, paid time off, tuition assistance, wellness & life, retirement- as well as commuting & transportation. Visit  for more information.

All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, age, sex, sexual orientation, disability status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.
** Compensation Grade/

Pay Type:

** 108S
* * Expected Hiring Range:**$60,315.00 - $85,192.50
* With the pay range(s) shown above, the starting salary will depend on several factors, which may include your education, experience, location, knowledge and expertise, and skills as well as a pay comparison to similarly-situated employees already in the role. Salary ranges are reviewed regularly and are subject to change.
* Founded in 1898, Northeastern is a global research university and the recognized leader in experiential lifelong learning. Our approach of integrating real-world experience with education, research, and innovation empowers our students, faculty, alumni, and partners to create worldwide impact.

Our global university system provides our community and academic, government, and industry partners with unique opportunities to think locally and act globally. The system—which includes 14 campuses across the U.S., U.K., and Canada, 300,000-plus alumni, and 3,000 partners worldwide—serves as a platform for scaling ideas, talent, and solutions.  The university’s residential campuses for undergraduate and graduate degrees are located in Boston, London, and Oakland, California.

Our research and graduate campuses are in the Massachusetts communities of Burlington and Nahant;
Arlington, Virginia;
Charlotte, North Carolina;
Miami;
Portland, Maine;
Seattle;
Silicon Valley, California;
Toronto; and Vancouver.

Northeastern’s personalized, experiential undergraduate and graduate programs lead to degrees through the doctorate in 10 colleges and schools across our campuses. Learning emphasizes the intersection of data, technology, and human literacies, uniquely preparing graduates for careers of the future and lives of fulfillment and accomplishment.  Our research enterprise, with an R1 Carnegie classification, is solutions oriented and spans the world. Our faculty scholars and students work in teams that cross not just disciplines, but also sectors—aligned around solving today’s highly interconnected global challenges and focused on transformative impact for humankind.
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