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  • 45001977
  • 907 Floyd Avenue, MCV Main Campus, Virginia, United States, 23284
  • Health Sciences
  • Research
  • PostDoc
  • School Of Medicine MBU
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Advertising Summary: Virginia Commonwealth University (VCU) School of Medicine is a premier academic medical center located in the heart of Richmond. Accounting for almost half of VCU’s sponsored research, the School of Medicine is internationally recognized for patient care and education. Virginia Commonwealth University is an equal opportunity employer.

Unit: School Of Medicine MBU

Department: Family Medicine

Massey Comprehensive Cancer Center (Massey) at Virginia Commonwealth University (VCU) invites applications for a full-time, National Cancer Institute (NCI)–funded T32 postdoctoral research fellowship in the Cancer Prevention and Control (CPC) Training Program. Positions are available for immediate start.
 
The CPC T32 training program prepares postdoctoral fellows from diverse biomedical, clinical, and public health backgrounds for successful careers as independent researchers in cancer prevention and control. Consistent with NIH T32 training goals, the program emphasizes rigorous, multidisciplinary research, community engagement, social and policy determinants of cancer, and scientific leadership development across the cancer continuum.
 
This program offers structured professional development, mentorship, and progression toward an independent research career. Program alumni have a strong record of success, with many securing faculty positions, research leadership roles, and competitive funding. Program Overview
The CPC T32 postdoctoral training program offers:
● An individually tailored, multidisciplinary training plan combining structured coursework, mentored research, and professional development.
● A core curriculum in the science and practice of cancer prevention and control, along with opportunities to pursue elective coursework aligned with individualized training goals.
● Mentored research experiences within Massey’s broad research environment that support rigorous research, peer-reviewed publications, and competitive extramural grant submissions.
 
Fellows may take courses in areas such as epidemiology, biostatistics, implementation science, intervention development and evaluation, community-engaged research, clinical trials methodology, and grant writing.
 
Training Focus
The CPC program trains fellows to develop and apply advanced research skills in areas including:
● Implementation science
● Health services and healthcare policy research
● Biostatistics and quantitative methods
● Molecular, social, and behavioral epidemiology
● Clinical trials design, conduct, and analysis relevant to prevention, screening, and survivorship research
 
Training supports the production of high-impact publications and competitive NIH career development applications (K, F, R awards ).
 
Minimum qualifications:
● Develop and implement an Individual Development Plan (IDP) with their mentor
● Meet regularly with mentors and training committee members to assess progress
● Complete required institutional and NIH compliance training
● Formulate research questions and specific aims
● Conduct independent and collaborative data analysis
● Prepare and submit manuscripts to peer-reviewed journals
● Present research at local and national scientific meetings
● Participate in weekly T32 activities and monthly CPC program meetings
● Attend relevant national scientific conferences Eligibility Required:
● Doctoral degree (PhD, MD, MD/PhD, DrPH, or equivalent) in a relevant discipline by the start of the fellowship
● Demonstrated interest in cancer prevention and control research
● Commitment to a collaborative research environment
● U.S. citizen or permanent resident status (per NIH T32 eligibility requirements)
 
Preferred qualifications:
● Prior research experience in cancer prevention, control, or related population sciences
● Experience or interest in clinical trials, community-engaged research, or implementation science
● Evidence of research productivity (e.g., abstracts, presentations, publications)
● Strong quantitative, analytical, or methodological skills
 
Application Requirements
Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis. Required application materials:
1. Curriculum Vitae (CV): Including research experience (didactic and practical).
2. Personal Statement: Describe your research interests, motivation for pursuing CPC research training, and how this fellowship will support your career goals.
3. Letters of Recommendation: At least two letters, including one from your doctoral advisor, training director, or committee chairperson/advisor (requested post interview).

Salary Range: $63,480-$77,076, Commensurate with experience

Benefits: All VCU employee types are eligible for a wide array of benefits to support you during your employment at VCU. Consult the benefits website for information on benefits eligibility according to employee type.

FLSA Exemption Status: Exempt

Hours per Week: 40

ORP Eligible: Yes

Flexible Work Arrangement: Other

University Job Title:

Rank: Non Faculty 

Contact Name: Ashley Krauss
Contact Email: ashley.krauss@vcuhealth.org

 

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