Category Archives: Alumni

Research Coordinator, University of Miami Comprehensive Center for Brain Health

University of Miami’s Comprehensive Center for Brain Health is hiring a Research Coordinator with this potential to begin after graduation.

The Research Coordinator will work on Dr. Lilah Besser’s grant-funded observational studies, which investigate how community environments are linked to health aging, brain health, and Alzheimer’s disease and related dementias. A degree in a scientific discipline (preferably in public health or related field) and at least one year of relevant experience is required. The position offers flexible hours, partial remote work, and advancement opportunities. Details on Dr. Besser’s research can be found at www.lilahbesser.com.

For more information and application instructions, visit this job post linked here.


Research and Evaluation Analyst, University of Hartford

Category : Alumni

The Center for Social Research at the University of Hartford is hiring a full time Research and Evaluation Analyst. This is a great opportunity that is local to Hartford, CT for someone that has a background in early childhood, community health evaluation, and/or mixed methods research (preferably with a PhD).

Key position responsibilities:

  • Designs and conducts research, interviews and focus groups, analyzes and interprets quantitative outcome measures and data as well as generates abstracts and compiles reports utilizing the information gathered during research. Writes reports and professional publications for the CSR regarding on-going as well as completed evaluation research projects. Presents research to the academic community, program advocates, board members and sponsors as necessary and/or appropriate.
  • Provides training and guidance to CSR staff on research protocols as well as field work and data analysis techniques focusing on human service program development and assessment, particularly programs targeting socially and economically marginalized populations.
  • Assists the CSR Director in identifying funding opportunities and in the development and submission of grant proposals, budget development and prudent fiscal oversight. Analyzes and compiles reports, documenting progress in grant activity including, but not limited to, monthly logs, monthly comparative analyses and annual reports in compliance with grant and/or funder specifications.
  • Attends meetings and conferences to keep current on the latest developments in the field of research. Participates in professional organizations in an effort to foster collaboration as well as to promote the CSR and its research expertise used to inform social policy aimed toward improving social disparities.
  • Establishes, cultivates and maintains effective working relationships with external constituencies and sponsors. Represents the CSR at meetings and program sites as necessary and/or appropriate.
  • Performs other related duties as assigned.

For more information and application instructions, visit the job posting linked here.


Mock Interview Night & Industry Mixer, Rollins School of Public Health

Category : Alumni

Thank you for your continuing support of Rollins School of Public Health!  The Professional Advancement and Student Experience Center (PASE) cordially invites you to engage with our great students during our Mock Interview Night & Industry Mixer on Thursday, October 30, 2025 from 6:00 – 8:00PM at the Rollins School of Public Health. 

Register Here by noon on Monday, October 27th

We are seeking professionals that would be willing to serve as mock interviewers to help students practice their interviewing skills. No prior experience is necessary. We provide interview questions and tips to give feedback. Reception with hors d’oeuvres will follow, providing an opportunity to network with alumni, other professionals, and students. 


Senior Director of Programs, OnPoint NYC

Category : Alumni

OnPoint NYC is seeking a Senior Director of Programs who has significant leadership experience in the fields of Harm Reduction and Wellness and knows how to execute programs to benefit people dealing with substance use, mental health, physical health, and/or housing needs. The Senior Director of Programs will have responsibility for strategic oversight of all organizational programs. The Senior Director will work in collaboration with the Executive Director and the Leadership Team to determine what aspects of existing organizational programs need to be added, improved, or discontinued. The Senior Director will lead the strategic planning and implementation/start-up of new programs as well as creating advocacy campaigns, educational programs, and social enterprises to continue to broaden the depth and scope of our work. The Senior Director will additionally advise on program policy recommendations and drug user health initiatives that will systematically improve our participants’ wellness and quality of life.

This is a full time position. For more information and application instructions, visit the job post linked here.


PhD Application Bootcamp, Gangarosa Department of Environmental Health

Applying to graduate school can be equal parts exciting and stressful. Our goal with a PhD application bootcamp is to take some of the mystery and anxiety out of the process, so that students can focus on developing their strongest graduate application.

The PhD Application Bootcamp is designed to help students complete each part of the application process, starting with deciding which PhD program is right for them, assisting with development of their personal statement and resume, as well as fine-tuning their interview skills. Students will also explore the expectations of a PhD and consider the diversity of career options for PhD graduates.

This program is free of charge and open to all students interested in applying to a PhD program, regardless of discipline, program of interest, and academic institution. Although it is hosted by the Gangarosa Department of Environmental Health, students in previous years have gone on to complete PhDs in various disciplines at a wide range of institutions, including:

  • Harvard University
  • Princeton University
  • University of Pennsylvania
  • Brown University
  • University of Florida
  • University of Washington
  • University of California at San Diego
  • Emory University (Environmental Health Sciences and Epidemiology)
  • University of Texas Health Sciences

The program consists of 6 sessions. You do not have to attend every program to participate. The program schedule is as follows:

Session I: Is a PhD right for me? When: October 15; 6:00p Where: Virtual (Zoom)

Session II: Navigating a PhD When: October 29; 6:00p Where: Virtual (Zoom)

Session III: Writing your personal statement, resume, letters of recommendation When: November 12, 6:00p Where: In-Person (TBD)

Session IV: Final application check-in When: November 19; 6:00p Where: Virtual (Zoom)

Session V: Next steps, whether you received an interview, or not When: January 28; 6:00p Where: Virtual (Zoom) *Opportunity to schedule a mock interview with Dr. Caudle

Session VI: Deciding on a program When: March 18; 6:00p Where: Virtual (Zoom)

To register for the workshop, please email Dr. Mike Caudle (wcaudle [at] emory [dot] edu)


PhD Program in Biological Sciences in Public Health, Harvard T.H. Chan School of Public Health

Applications are now open for the PhD Program in Biological Sciences in Public Health (BPH) at the Harvard T.H. Chan School of Public Health. The BPH program emphasizes interdisciplinary basic research spanning from molecular biology to human populations. BPH students develop individualized research projects focused on defining the molecular underpinnings of human health and disease by employing cutting-edge approaches in biochemistry, cell biology, genetics, genomics, metabolic biology, physiology, immunology, biophysics, computational and systems biology, and bioengineering. A central goal of the research in this program, whether basic or translational, is the improved understanding, prevention, and treatment of the most common and impactful global health threats.
 
The program encompasses laboratories and faculty mentors in the Departments of Environmental Health, Immunology, and Infectious Diseases, Molecular Metabolism, and Nutrition. Major areas of investigation include: 

While the program roots cut across the entire range of biological sciences, the research also employs core quantitative disciplines (e.g., biostatistics and epidemiology), as well as approaches that bridge biology, chemistry, engineering, and computation. Students attracted to this program generally share this interdisciplinary interest and a desire to confront the most pressing health issues of our time.

All students admitted into this training program are provided full tuition, health insurance and stipend support. Our graduates hold distinguished positions in academia, industry, government, and other arenas of life science research, consulting, communications and policy. The application deadline for the 2026-27 academic year is December 1, 2025. 
 
Please note: The BPH program does not require or consider the GRE as part of its application process. In addition, applicants who are non-native English speakers and who received their undergraduate degree from an academic institution where English is not the primary language of instruction now have the option to submit scores for the International English Language Testing System – Academic test (IELTS) as proof of English proficiency.
 
More information can be found on our website: http://www.hsph.harvard.edu/biological-sciences/ or through these upcoming recruitment events:

BPH Attendance at National Conferences:

For additional information about the BPH Ph.D. and Summer Intern Program, please contact us at bph [at] hsph [dot] harvard [dot] edu.


PhD Admissions Information Session, Department of Epidemiology

Category : Alumni News/Events

If you are planning to apply for the EmoryEPI PHD program, please join the department on Monday, September 29th at noon for a webinar with Doctoral Program’s Director of Graduate Studies, Dr. Ashley Naimi and a panel of current EPI doctoral students.

To register, fill out the Zoom form linked here.


Substance Use and Overdose Research Scientist, California Department of Public Health

Category : Alumni

The California Department of Public Health is hiring a Research Scientist III (RS III) within the Surveillance and Analytics Unit at the Substance and Addiction Prevention Branch. The RS III leads the development and implementation of novel substances and emerging contaminants surveillance. The RS III uses epidemiological research methods to evaluate data sources, collect data, develop research indicators and tools, conduct ongoing surveillance, conduct analyses, develop visualizations, and write up reports, data briefs, and manuscripts for dissemination to diverse audiences.

For more information and application instructions, please visit the posting linked here.


Hiring for Multiple Positions, Dunn Lab at Purdue University

Category : Alumni

The Dunn Lab at Purdue University, Indianapolis campus studies the interplay of biological, social, and environmental factors contributing to mental health across the lifespan. The Dunn Lab is hiring for the following roles:

For more information and the applications for each position, click on the links above.

For more information on the Dunn Lab in general, visit the hiring website here.

All positions are hybrid with the possibility of remote work + travel to Indianapolis.


Research Partnership Manager, CARE

Category : Alumni

CARE is now hiring for the full-time role of Research Partnership Manager!

The Research Partnership Manager is responsible for identifying, cultivating, and managing strategic partnerships with academic institutions, research organizations, think tanks, and research consortia to enhance CARE’s evidence-based programming and policy advocacy. This position will play a key role in bridging research and practice by facilitating collaborative research projects, promoting a culture of learning, and ensuring the use of evidence to maximize programmatic impact. The manager will support the development of innovative, evidence-driven initiatives that align with CARE’s mission to fight global poverty and social injustice. They will support funding mobilization, research integrity, capacity sharing, and the translation of findings into policy and practice to maximize program learning, scaling, and impact.

For more information and application instructions, visit the job posting linked here.