Postdoctoral Research Fellow

About the Opportunity

Job Summary:

The Bouvé College of Health Sciences at Northeastern University (Boston Campus) invites applications for a postdoctoral fellowship in Public Health and Technology starting August 2026. The postdoctoral fellow will work directly with Dr. Tamara Jimah, Assistant Professor in the Department of Public Health and Health Sciences. We are seeking an early-career scientist in one or more of the following research areas: HIV/TB prevention and care, digital health, women’s health, healthy aging, community-based participatory research, and global health. The selected fellow will have the opportunity to develop and implement independent research projects during the fellowship period.

Qualifications:

• Doctoral degree in public health, personal health informatics, psychology, behavioral economics, or a related social science discipline (completed no later than August 2026)

• Strong analytic and theoretical skills, with experience in survey, qualitative, and mixed-methods research design

• Demonstrated record of scholarly productivity as a lead author in peer-reviewed journals

• Experience conducting community-based participatory research

Applicants should submit a CV, contact information for three professional references, and two writing samples relevant to the position.

Key Responsibilities & Accountabilities:

Collaborate with the PI on research study design and implementation, including participant recruitment and data collection.

Support data analysis (experience analyzing longitudinal data preferred) and co-author peer-reviewed manuscripts.

Contribute to grant development and proposal writing.

Present research findings at scientific conferences

Co-supervise and mentor undergraduate and graduate students in the research lab. There will also be an opportunity to gain teaching experience during the fellowship period.

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 https://hr.northeastern.edu/benefits/ 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:

Expected Hiring Range:

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.