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Posting Details
Position Information
Fiscal Year
2025-2026
Position Title
Postdoctoral Associate, Epidemiology and Environmental Health
Classification Title
Postdoctoral Associate
Department
Department of Epidemiology and Environmental Health
Posting Number
P260080
Posting Link
https://www.ubjobs.buffalo.edu/postings/61888
Employer
State
Bargaining Unit
08
Position Type
UUP Professional
Professional Appointment Term
Term
Salary Grade
SL1
Posting Detail Information
Position Summary
The Department of Epidemiology and Environmental Health (EEH) invites applications for the position of Postdoctoral Associate to join our dynamic team of faculty and staff.
Working with Dr. Zhongzheng (Jason) Niu, EEH Assistant Professor, the postdoctoral associate will work on research projects pertaining to cardiometabolic health through a life course perspective. Possible projects include examining environmental risk factors (e.g., air pollution, heatwave, endocrine disrupting chemicals) on biological aging (telomere length, epigenetic clocks), and multi-omics integration (epigenome, mitochondrial functions, and metabolomics).The postdoctoral associate will receive training on data analysis with advanced statistical approaches, publishing high-impact journal articles, successful grant writing, and career development. The candidate will be expected to manage and analyze existing data, work as part of a functional team, write manuscripts and present research results at scientific conferences. Depending on interest, the candidate may also participate in an ongoing clinical trial of post-partum hypertension and depression.
The postdoctoral associate should be self-motivated, creative, productive, and organized. Successful candidates should possess advanced expertise in statistical programming languages such as SAS, Stata and/or R. There is funding available for this position for up to two years, however, the appointment will be reviewed and renewed on an annual basis. This is an in-person position, and candidates will be expected to be physically present at the University at Buffalo for the duration of the appointment.
We are particularly looking for candidates who can operate effectively in a diverse community of students and faculty and share our vision of helping all constituents reach their full potential. We are committed to developing an excellent and diverse community of scholars and students engaged in education, research, and service. We encourage applications from women, members of historically marginalized groups, veterans, and individuals with disabilities.
Learn more about:

• Department of Epidemiology and Environmental Health (EEH)
• School of Public Health and Health Professions (SPHHP)
• University at Buffalo (UB)
• Being a part of the University at Buffalo community.
• Living in Buffalo, NY.
• Our benefits, where we prioritize your well-being and success to enhance every aspect of your life.

University at Buffalo is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer and, in keeping with our commitment, welcomes all to apply including veterans and individuals with disabilities.
Minimum Qualifications

• A doctoral degree (PhD, MD, DDS, PharmD, etc.) in a public health discipline or a related field
• Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis without visa sponsorship. Please do not apply if you cannot satisfy this requirement.

Preferred Qualifications

• PhD in quantitative public health field (e.g., health services, epidemiology or biostatistics) preferred.
• Candidates from the social sciences with strong quantitative skills (e.g., economics, political science, sociology) and an interest in health-related research will also be considered.

Our University Community
Prodig+
Executive Position
Physical Demands
Driving Requirements
Salary Range
$56,484
Additional Salary Information
Job Type
Full-Time
Campus
South Campus
Posting Alerts
Special Instructions Summary
Applications will be considered as they are received. For best consideration, please apply as soon as possible.
Additional Information
Is a background check required for this posting?
No
Background Check Notification
Contact Information
Contact's Name
Anna Alvarado
Contact's Pronouns
she/her/hers
Contact's Title
Department Staff Assistant
Contact's Email
annaalva@buffalo.edu
Contact's Phone
716-829-5376
Posting Dates
Posted
04/14/2026
Deadline for Internal Applicants
04/28/2026
Deadline for External Applicants
Open Until Filled
Date to be filled
10/08/2026
References
Number of References Required
3
Reference Cutoff Date
Instructions to Applicant