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The Leung lab ( www.globalguthealth.org) in the Division of Infectious Diseases at the University of Utah School of Medicine is seeking a postdoctoral fellow to work on clinical, translational, and epidemiological projects relating to diarrheal diseases, focusing on the development of diagnostic and prognostic clinical prediction rules to improve the management of diarrheal illness. The position may involve international travel to work in collaboration with scientists in lower- and middle-income countries in Africa and Asia. Many opportunities for collaborations, and a mentorship team with clinical, epidemiological, machine learning, and statistical expertise. The position is funded by a grant from the NIHNIAID (R01AI135114), though opportunities for additional projects in other areas are available according to the candidate’s interest. Mentorship will be provided jointly by Dr. Daniel Leung and Dr. Ben Brintz

The University of Utah is located in Salt Lake City, which has been named one of the top 10 mid-sized American cities. The city is a thriving hub for innovation and the arts. Salt Lake City is surrounded by the Wasatch Mountains, which offer ample opportunity for outdoor adventure, including nine ski resorts within an hour of campus. As a university, we are committed to supporting our faculty, staff, and students to lead balanced lives, while achieving success in their professions. We aim to create a space that is safe and welcoming for all, and where all employees are meaningfully engaged and have equal opportunity to succeed.

Interested applicants should submit a personal statement, CV, and names of 3 references through the application portal.

Work on clinical, translational, and epidemiological projects relating to diarrheal diseases, focusing on the development of diagnostic and prognostic clinical prediction rules to improve the management of diarrheal illness. The position may involve international travel to work in collaboration with scientists in lower- and middle-income countries in Africa and Asia. Many opportunities for collaborations, and a mentorship team with clinical, epidemiological, machine learning, and statistical expertise. The position is funded by a grant from the NIHNIAID (R01AI135114), though opportunities for additional projects in other areas are available according to the candidate’s interest.

Experience in bioinformatics would be beneficial, though not essential. Candidates must possess excellent verbal and written communication skills.

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