Applications are invited for a postdoctoral research position to develop and work with a computational modeling framework to answer policy, programmatic, and epidemiological questions related to COVID-19 disease in the State of Michigan and at the University of Michigan. This work will incorporate a variety of incidence, testing, hospitalization, and location data to understand the dynamics underlying the spread of SARS-CoV-2 in the state, forecast short-term and long-term trends, and inform intervention design and assessment.

Qualifications: Successful candidates will have strong quantitative, oral, and written skillsets and a Ph.D. in a relevant field (epidemiology, applied mathematics, statistics, computer science, ecology and evolution, engineering, or a related field). Candidates should have previous infectious disease modeling experience. The ideal candidate will have knowledge of dynamical systems and parameter estimation, be highly motivated, be able to work independently, have previous R programming experience, and be able to write peer-reviewed manuscripts. We are seeking applicants with a commitment to contributing to a diverse, equitable and inclusive environment for all members of our community.

Workplace: The University of Michigan School of Public Health is pursuing a healthier, more equitable world through education, research, and action. We work with compassion, innovation, and inclusion to create meaningful, lasting impact. Withing the School of Public Health and across the University, there is a vibrant mathematical modeling and complex systems community. Modeling expertise expands across departments including Epidemiology, Health Management and Policy, Complex Systems, Ecology and Evolutionary Biology, Mathematics and Statistics.

Details: Compensation (salary and benefits) will be offered according to University of Michigan and NIH guidelines. The position is available immediately, but the starting date is negotiable. To apply, please submit a cover letter, CV, names of three references, and two publications to Dr. Marisa Eisenberg via email at marisae@umich.edu or mail at Marisa Eisenberg, Department of Epidemiology, School of Public Health, University of Michigan,1415 Washington Heights, Ann Arbor, MI 48109. Applications will be considered on a rolling basis.