[Hiring] Epidemiologist @Emory University

Role Description

The lab of Dr. Anke Huels conducts research in the fields of environmental and molecular epidemiology of Alzheimer's disease, with a particular focus on air pollution. Dr. Huels is seeking an experienced epidemiologist to design and conduct research on air pollution and other environmental exposures and how they affect dementia risk.

• Provides technical and scientific expertise for programs in the areas of communicable disease, chronic disease and environmental epidemiology.
• Designs, conducts and reports on the epidemiological study of diseases, collects and analyzes data and develops health education materials.
• Manages and participates in investigations and surveys that have national and international impact.
• Conducts program research and prepares operational and statistical reports.
• May write publishable articles and papers.
• Serves as a liaison to and works with other groups and organizations participating in related programs.
• May travel internationally to supervise field operations.
• Performs related responsibilities as required.

Qualifications

• A doctoral degree in a field related to area of research or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience.
• International travel required.

Requirements

• PhD or DrPH in epidemiology, environmental health sciences, neuroscience, or related discipline.
• Postdoctoral training focused on neurologic conditions and air pollution, omics science, and metals exposure.
• Strong statistical skills and proficiency in R programming.
• Experience developing peer-reviewed manuscripts.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Experience working in interdisciplinary teams.

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