Summary
The University of Southern California (USC) invites applications for a Postdoctoral Scholar – Research Associate position within the Viterbi School of Engineering. This role focuses on developing models and methodologies to improve health policy decision-making, collaborating with medical practitioners on funded projects related to health outcomes.
Postdoctoral Scholar – Research Associate, University Of California, Los Angeles, CA
Designation
Postdoctoral Scholar – Research Associate
Location
Los Angeles, CA
Table of Details
| Field | Details |
|---|---|
| Job ID | REQ20174698 |
| Posted Date | 05/06/2026 |
| Employment Period | 1 year (possibility of extension to 2-3 years) |
| Annual Salary Range | $72,000 – $79,000 |
| Hybrid Work | Yes (in-person meetings required) |
Research Area
The research area encompasses health policy decision-making with applications in:
- Periodontal disease
- Diabetes control
- Infectious disease policy
Eligibility/Qualification
- PhD or nearing completion in health research and policy, management science, industrial engineering, operations research, statistics, or a related field.
- Strong research record.
- Expertise in data analytics, statistics, and machine learning for predicting health outcomes.
- Experience (preferred but not required) with healthcare data, simulation modeling, and other methods such as optimization and dynamic programming.
- Strong writing and verbal communication skills.
Job Description
The Postdoctoral Scholar will be expected to:
- Utilize statistical and machine learning techniques to analyze empirical data.
- Build and modify simulations to determine the cost-effectiveness of health interventions.
- Communicate findings to interdisciplinary collaborators and incorporate feedback.
- Lead the research team in writing manuscripts and presenting results at scientific meetings.
- Opportunity to work with clinical trial data and electronic health record data based on interest.
How to Apply
Interested candidates should submit the following documents:
- Cover letter
- Curriculum vitae
- Research statement (max 3 pages)
- List of at least 3 references
Please upload your application materials in a single document format.
Last Date to Apply
Applications will be accepted until the position is filled, with a preferred start date between June 2026 and September 2026.
For more information, please refer to the USC Viterbi School of Engineering website.
