Applied Post Doctoral Fellow

Working at Moffitt is both a career and a mission: to contribute to the prevention and cure of cancer.As the only National Cancer Institute-designated Comprehensive Cancer Center based in Florida, Moffitt employs some of the best and brightest minds from around the world. Join a dedicated team of nearly 11,000 who are shaping the future we envision. Moffitt has been recognized as a Best and Brightest Company to Work For in the Nation and is continually named one of the Tampa Bay Times’ Top Workplaces.SummaryMoffitt Cancer Center and Research Institute is proud to be the first Florida’s National Cancer Institute-designated Comprehensive Cancer Center located in Tampa. We strive to be the leader in understanding the complexity of cancer through team science and applying those insights for human benefits. Every Team Member of Moffitt focuses on our lasting commitment to our mission: To contribute to the prevention and cure of cancer.Position Highlights:Join a productive and collaborative tobacco research program with active NIH, state, and foundation-funded studies focus on smoking and vaping cessation, digital health, and cancer prevention.Interventions currently being tested include CBT, mindfulness, and exposure-based treatments.Gain hands-on experience with developing and evaluating innovative mHealth interventions.Opportunities for manuscript writing and contributing to grant applications.Work within an NCI-designated comprehensive cancer center, with opportunities for interdisciplinary collaboration.The Ideal Candidate:PhD with training in clinical psychology, public health, behavioral science, health communication or related field.Demonstrated scientific writing skills, including peer-reviewed publications.Experience with quantitative data analysis.Strong organizational, communication, and collaborative skills, with ability to work effectively in multidisciplinary research teams.Responsibilities:Lead and contribute to design, implementation, and evaluation of behavioral and mHealth interventions focused on tobacco cessation.Contribute to manuscript preparation, development of research protocols, regulatory submissions, and grant writing.Participate in professional development activities and pursue independent funding consistent with career goals.Mentor research staff and trainees to help support a collaborative learning environment.Credentials and Qualifications:PhD with training in clinical psychology, public health, behavioral science, health communication or related field.Evidence of scholarly productivityStrong interest in tobacco control, cancer prevention, digital health, intervention development, and behavioral oncology research.Moffitt Applied Postdocs are provided with Medical Insurance (Moffitt covers premium for team members) effective upon start date and eligible for Dental, Vision, Paid Time Off, Retirement, Parental Leave and more. You may be eligible for relocation assistance per policy. Reasons to relocate, aside from the sunshine, beaches and year-round outdoor recreation associated with the Gulf Coast of Florida, Tampa is a thriving metropolitan city, which has become a hub for ground-breaking research, welcoming individuals from around the globe. This diverse city is engulfed with rich culture, year-round activities for all, beautiful beaches, amazing cuisine and so much more. We strive for work/life balance.If you have the vision, passion, and dedication to contribute to our mission,then we have a place for you.How to Apply: Interested applicants should apply online and include a single PDF file with the following: cover letter summarizing their research training and accomplishments, a one-page personal statement of scientific interests and goals, current CV with recent publications, and contact information for three references to Drs. Vani Simmons and Christine Vinci at View email address on click.appcast.io and View email address on click.appcast.io Range$72,639.00 - $101,694.60Salary ranges posted for this position represent the expected base pay range for the role. Actual compensation may vary based on location and a variety of job-related factors, including experience, skills, education, and internal equity among Team Members in similar positions.We are committed to maintaining fair and equitable pay practices and regularly review compensation to ensure alignment across our workforce.Moffitt Career SiteIf you have the vision, passion, and dedication to contribute to our mission,then we have a place for you!1. Equal Employment OpportunityMoffitt Cancer Center is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. 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