Eli Coleman Institute for Sexual and Gender Health Postdoctoral Research Fellowship

Application Deadline Date: This position will remain open until filled; however, applicants are encouraged to submit their application as soon as possible as the review process will begin right away.

The Eli Coleman Institute for Sexual and Gender Health (ISGH) at the University of Minnesota Medical School is inviting applications for one postdoctoral research fellow to join a vibrant and growing team of faculty and postdoctoral fellows for a one-year position, with potential of renewal. In-person work is required within a hybrid-based collaborative environment.

ISGH promotes the sexual and gender health of Minnesota, the nation, and the world through preeminence in research, education, clinical service, and advocacy. This position will begin on January 2, 2026, though this date is flexible for the successful applicant. Candidates will have completed their PhD/doctorate prior to starting the fellowship program, and ABD (all but dissertation) candidates with a clear timeline to defense are also invited to apply. The position includes a competitive salary, excellent benefits, and a professional travel stipend.

Duties/Responsibilities:

This position will collaborate and provide support to a research team led by Dr. Steven John, with hard funding via non-federal funding sources, and the candidate will also be expected to develop their own line of research. In addition to collaborative work on new projects, the Fellow will have the opportunity to work on the following projects:

OnPOINT (Online Prevention Opportunities for Individuals using Nationwide Tips). In this study, we iteratively developed a limited interaction, person-centered, and theory-based mHealth intervention to support sexual wellbeing, HIV testing, and PrEP uptake tailored to young sexual minoritized men who could benefit from PrEP in partnership with a youth advisory board. Data collection is complete and available for analysis and dissemination. Data is available from online focus groups (n = 41), a cross-sectional survey (n = 229), and the pilot RCT (n = 118). Funding is being sought to support future OnPOINT implementation efforts.

3T-Prevent (Testing, Treating, and Telementoring for Prevention). In this study, we aim to pilot a stepped-wedge randomized controlled trial via a hybrid type-1 effectiveness- implementation study design within three HIV/STI testing clinics to promote implementation of expedited partner therapy and doxy-PEP. Formative qualitative data collection from patients (n = 20) and providers/stakeholders (n = 20) is complete and available for analysis and dissemination. The main trial is on hold pending grant termination appeal; additional funding sources are also being sought to continue this research. This project is a collaboration between the University of Minnesota, Medical College of Wisconsin, Purdue University, and Oklahoma State University. Travel may be required to Wisconsin, Indiana, and/or Wisconsin intermittently.

TIPS (Tailoring Injectable PrEP Sustainability). In this study, we aim to identify determinants to LAI-PrEP roll-out, conduct consensus building with stakeholders to plan optimal strategies to support LAI-PrEP implementation, and pilot a cyclical Plan-Do-Study-Act implementation strategy within two outpatient clinics serving priority populations for HIV prevention. Data collection is ongoing and will be available for analysis and dissemination. This project is a collaboration between the University of Minnesota and the Medical College of Wisconsin. Travel may be required to Wisconsin intermittently.

Team-based collaborations. Additional research projects led by other investigators are ongoing, and the Fellow will be invited to participate based on their interests and alignment with research and training goals. These projects focus on implementation of point-of-care syphilis testing, supporting HIV care engagement among older adults with HIV living in rural areas, and expanding PrEP access to women who engage in sex work. Additional projects beyond HIV prevention are also underway focused on the advancement of sexual and gender health.

The fellow will join a vibrant and growing research and training environment at ISGH. Fellows in research positions have time devoted to designing, proposing, and completing research projects under faculty mentorship, with the goal of presenting results at scientific conferences and preparing articles for publication in peer-reviewed journals. The fellow will have the opportunity to develop the capacity to write grant applications to support their scholarly work. Additionally, all fellows have opportunities to engage in teaching through our educational programming.

***To be considered for this position, please submit a Curriculum Vitae, cover letter, and at least one first-authored publication or another writing sample (i.e. manuscript in preparation) with your application. A cover letter and Curriculum Vitae may be submitted/uploaded with your online application. Writing samples must be attached as a separate process by clicking on the "My Job Applications" page and uploading documents in the "My Cover Letters and Attachments" section following your initial application submission.***

Required Qualifications:

• PhD/doctorate in public health, psychology, social work, or related field; or ABD with a clear timeline to defense. Doctoral degree must be conferred prior to start date.
• Interest in and/or experience with HIV/STI prevention.
• Interest in and/or experience in implementation research methods.
• Demonstrable expertise in qualitative and mixed-methods research and analysis.
• Strong or growing publication record.

The Department of Family Medicine and Community Health at the University of Minnesota was created more than 50 years ago in response to a legislative mandate to train primary care physicians. Since then, we have been leaders in transforming the specialty through education, research, and patient care. We are the academic sponsor of seven family medicine residencies-five in the Twin Cities, two in Greater Minnesota. We are involved in medical student education activities across the Medical School's two campuses: Twin Cities and Duluth. We sponsor five fellowship programs-sports medicine, hospice and palliative medicine, behavioral medicine, clinical informatics, and human sexuality- and offer continuing medical education opportunities. We are regularly among the top National Institutes of Health-funded family medicine departments. Our faculty are actively researching health disparities, healthcare delivery, and population health. More at https://med.umn.edu/familymedicine.

The Eli Coleman Institute for Sexual and Gender Health

The Eli Coleman Institute for Sexual and Gender Health is one of the largest clinical, teaching, and research institutions in the world specializing in human sexuality. We have a strong research agenda in sexual aggression and compulsive sexual behavior, transgender health, relationship and sex therapy, and women's sexual health supported by millions of dollars in state and federal funding. We have developed innovative and effective treatment approaches to sexual problems. The Eli Coleman Institute for Sexual and Gender Health has led the way nationally and internationally in crucial, often controversial, sexual issues and has worked with local, national, and international health agencies to advance public health policies promoting sexual health.

We encourage you to visit our website at http://www.sexualhealth.umn.edu/.

Pay Range: Expected annual stipend will be $62,232, adjusted for the next fiscal year, according to University and Medical School guidelines, as appropriate.

Time Appointment: 100% Appointment

Position Type/Classification: Postdoctoral Associate (9546)

Please visit the Benefits for Postdoctoral Candidates website for more information regarding benefit eligibility.

• Competitive wages, paid holidays, and generous time off
• Continuous learning opportunities through professional training
• Medical, dental, and pharmacy plans
• Healthcare and dependent care flexible spending accounts
• University HSA contributions
• Disability and life insurance
• Employee wellbeing program
• Financial counseling services
• Employee Assistance Program with eight sessions of counseling at no cost

Applications must be submitted online. To be considered for this position, please click the Apply button and follow the instructions. You will have the opportunity to complete an online application for the position and attach a cover letter and Curriculum Vitae.

Additional documents may be attached after application by accessing your "My Job Applications" page and uploading documents in the "My Cover Letters and Attachments" section. This position requires that you attach at least on first-authored publication or another writing sample.

This position will remain open until filled.

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