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Job ID 14083
Posted Date 03/05/2026
https://employment.case.edu/
Salary Grade
Case Western Reserve University is committed to providing a transparent estimate of the salary for this position at the time of its posting. The starting wage rate is $23.68 per hour, depending on qualifications, experience, department budgets, and industry data.
Employees receive more than just a paycheck. University employees enjoy a comprehensive benefits package that includes excellent healthcare, retirement plans, tuition assistance, paid time off, and a winter recess.
Job Description
POSITION OBJECTIVE
Working with a high degree of independence and under general direction, the Assistant Director of Human Resources and Faculty Affairs is responsible for the management of the overall human resources leadership and the focal point for all faculty appointments, re-appointments, promotion, award of tenure, transfers, reviews, resignations, and retirements for the Department of Population and Quantitative Health Sciences and the Cleveland Institute of Computation Biology. These activities include supporting the development of the strategic objectives of the department with the Administrative Director of Operations. The assistant director, as a liaison with the School of Medicine Office of Human Resources (SOM HR), will promote strong and effective management school human resources practices, a productive and engaging work environment and ensure compliance with internal and external policies, laws, and regulations. The assistant director will provide guidance and advice and manage all HR-related highly sensitive and confidential information. This position will manage the faculty affairs databases, must know the data, create reports, and provide analytics to senior leadership. This position is a key member of the faculty career development team with the internal dCAPT.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
- Responsible for all aspects of salary fiscal management as it applies to $6.1 million operational funds or otherwise with direct interaction and oversight of the Administrative Director, including prospective analysis of funding sources. Ensure monthly financial reports for individual faculty with over $17.5 million research grants and/or programs (including 4 service cores and 3 robust educational programs) are accurate and distributed to the faculty and work with grants managers to align the overarching management guidelines set by the administrative director. Provide leadership, advice and guidance regarding financial and administrative policies and procedures. Responsible for effort certification and working with the central compliance office to address any and all variances in effort reporting in direct compliance with federal regulation. (20%)
- Operate the recruitment process of qualified faculty, including search committee orientation and representing the department at meetings with the committee on appointments, promotions, and tenure at the department level (dCAPT). Manage career development for all
- Serve as a subject matter expert, resource, advocate, and functional leader for the Department of Population and Qualitative Health Sciences and the Cleveland Institute for Computational Biology to promote a strong value-driven culture, successful employee collaboration, compliant policy management, and overall positive staff and faculty satisfaction. Serve as the primary contact for the school Offices of Faculty Affairs and Human Resources, the central department of Human Resources and other school and university administrative offices. Provide all HR and faculty affairs communications during faculty meetings. Meet regularly with the team and collect feedback as to team initiatives (group thinks, lunches, team meetings, etc.). (10%)
- Manage and oversee the human resources activity for the Department of Population and Qualitative Health Sciences and the Cleveland Institute for Computational Biology which employ approximately
- Provide guidance and coaching in talent acquisition, career development, succession planning, retention, training and development and more under the general guidance of the administrative director of operations and medical school director of HR. Provide oversight and guidance in recruitment efforts for staff. Participate in recruitment efforts for faculty positions. Consult with supervisors to conduct needs assessments and gap analyses to assess functional needs and develop job descriptions and staffing models accordingly. Work closely with staff as requested to discuss and identify professional development paths and opportunities (10%)
- Independently provide guidance and coaching to supervisors on employee relations, performance, and supervisory issues and more under the general guidance of the administrative director of operations and school director of HR. Oversee personnel action requests including performance/merit evaluations, compensation requests, performance corrective actions, and terminations under the direction of school HR. Oversee annual performance review process for staff. Ensure job descriptions are reviewed annually as part of this process. Provide guidance and recommendations to supervisors throughout the performance evaluation process to promote timely and meaningful goal setting, performance assessment, productive dialogue, and development planning for staff. Monitor merit recommendations and evaluate requests beyond annual compensation guidelines. Forward exception requests to SOM HR as needed. (10%)
- Facilitate immigrant/permanent resident status for faculty and staff. Liaise with medical school HR to manage employee relations matters within the department; Serve as a confidential (as applicable) resource and advisor to employees to assist with navigating professional issues and provide direction to appropriate university resources as needed. Work with employees and supervisors as requested to help resolve conflicts, escalating, as necessary to the school's HR. Guide supervisors through the positive corrective action process, grievance process and termination activities under the direction of the medical school HR. (10%)
NONESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
- Manage student employment processes for all faculty and staff supervisors in the department. Advise and distribute required forms to students and supervisors. Review, route and submit completed forms for approval to the student employment office. Instruct students to complete new hire packets. Dispatch monthly reminders on timesheet management and approval for monthly payroll deadlines. (5%)
- Plan and manage special projects based on identified needs by chair and director within the department including, but not limited to, negotiation and processing of major equipment purchases and installation. (2%)
- Perform other duties as assigned. (<1%)
CONTACTS
Department: Daily contact with faculty and staff. Daily to weekly contact with chair and/or vice chairs of education and research.
University: Daily contact with the School of Medicine office of Faculty Affairs, Human Resources and collaborating department administrative staff. Frequent contact with Immigration, central Human Resources, the Student Employment office and other departmental administrators.
External: Contact with external faculty for new faculty hires and promotions to retrieve letters of recommendation. Contact with candidates for staff and faculty positions to screen and schedule interviews.
Students: Daily contact with graduate students needing assistance with employment or tuition payment issues. Regular contact with student employees.
SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITY
Direct supervision of department assistant.
QUALIFICATIONS
Experience: Minimum of 5 years of progressive professional experience required, with at least 1 year of experience in a complex organization such as an academic medical center, research institution, academic professional school and/or environment.
Education: Bachelor's degree required.
REQUIRED SKILLS
- Ability to lead groups.
- Excellent oral and written communication skills.
- Strong negotiation skills
- Ability to meet consistent attendance.
- Ability to interact with colleagues, supervisors, and customers face to face.
- Ability to define problems, collect and analyze data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions to solve problems and plan initiatives.
- Ability to multi-task, prioritize and meet deadlines. Must demonstrate attention to detail and accuracy, time management skills, and proven ability to successfully follow-through on assigned projects. Strong interpersonal skills required. Ability to work collaboratively and effectively with faculty members and administrators at all levels across multiple institutions.
- Highly motivated self-starter who demonstrates sound independent judgment, creativity, insight, accountability, and maturity.
- Must be well organized, efficient, dependable, and able to function independently without supervision.
- Ability to prepare useful, succinct, and informative written communications and make presentation.
- Professional and effective oral and written communication skills.
- Strong interpersonal skills; ability to work and communicate with various individuals from a broad spectrum of disciplines, technical and educational backgrounds within the department, School and University, and with individuals outside the University.
- Strong organizational skills; ability to multi-task, prioritize and meet deadlines. Must demonstrate attention to detail and accuracy, time management skills, and follow-through.
- Ability to work effectively independently and collaboratively within a team. Must be highly motivated, responsible, dependable and a self-starter.
- Ability to work with sensitive information and maintain confidentiality.
- Strong data analytics skills- data analysis, data interpretation and data management
- Strong computer skills, including MS Excel and Word. Familiarity with data management programs and ability to lean and manage new programs quickly
- Ability to actively learn- understanding the implications of new information for both current and future problem-solving and decision-making
- Knowledge of financial statements
- Must demonstrate flexibility and ability to work under pressure; must be able and willing to work in a fast-paced, changing environment, and conform to shifting priorities, demands, policies and timelines
- Understanding of sponsored research grants and clinical trial grants administration required.
- Demonstrated history of successful support, education, and advocacy for all students, aligned with the values, mission, and messaging of the university, while adhering to the staff policy on conflict of commitment and interest.
WORKING CONDITIONS
Typical office environment. The employee will use computer mouse and keyboard to type. No exposure to chemicals.
Hybrid Eligibility
This position is eligible for hybrid work arrangement up to two remote days per week at the discretion of the department. New employees may begin a hybrid schedule upon approval from the supervisor, successful completion of an orientation period and signing the remote work checklist certification form.
EEO Statement
Case Western Reserve University is an equal opportunity employer. All applicants are protected under federal and state laws and university policy from discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national or ethnic origin, protected veteran status, disability, age and genetic information.
Reasonable Accommodations
Case Western Reserve University complies with the Americans with Disabilities Act regarding reasonable accommodations for applicants with disabilities. Applicants requiring a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application and hiring process should contact the CWRU Office of Equity at 216-368-3066 to request a reasonable accommodation. Determinations as to granting reasonable accommodations for any applicants will be made on a case-by-case basis.
Job ID 14275
Posted Date 02/17/2026
https://employment.case.edu/
Salary Grade
Case Western Reserve University is committed to providing a transparent estimate of the salary range available for this position at the time of its posting. The salary range is between $52,705 and $66,672, depending on qualifications, experience, department budgets, and industry data.
Employees receive more than just a paycheck. University employees enjoy a comprehensive benefits package that includes excellent healthcare, retirement plans, tuition assistance, paid time off, and a winter recess.
Job Description
POSITION OBJECTIVE
The objective of the position is to provide metagenomic sequence processing, statistical design and analysis, data management, high-quality visualization, and software and website development support to data-enhanced and omics-driven biomedical research. The analyst will play a leadership role in all aspects of data analyses, data management and report generation for these research projects. The analyst will be integrally involved in all aspects of research project design, computational implementation, preparation of research reports and grant applications. This position functions under minimal supervision.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
- Metagenomic sequence processing: Execute metagenomic data processing workflows using established bioinformatics pipelines. This includes running standard tools for quality control, taxonomic and functional profiling, and downstream analysis following documented procedures. The individual will routinely submit and manage batch jobs on high-performance computing (HPC) systems, monitor job status, troubleshoot errors, and ensure efficient pipeline execution. The role also involves organizing output files, maintaining reproducible workflows, and communicating results to the research team. (15%)
- Data Analysis: Perform statistical programming and analysis for multiple research studies. Create analytic datasets, summarizes data and creates reports. Work with other team members to develop and implement analytic approaches including but not limited to dimension reduction, multiple linear regression, testing procedures, clustering methods, and so on. Assess appropriateness of final statistical models. Document methods and results via written memoranda and reports. (20%)
- Data Management: Design, develop, and maintain appropriate databases, such as microbiome data across body sites. Develop programs to ensure data integrity (e.g., logic and range checks). Perform intermediate statistical programming for quality assurance. Develop efficient data archival systems for use and maintains detailed written documentation of all data programming and data archival systems. (10%)
- High-quality visualization: Create a wide range of graphical outputs; such as taxonomic summaries, heatmaps, ordination plots, pathway diagrams, and interactive visual dashboards, using tools like R (ggplot2), Python (matplotlib, seaborn), or web-based platforms. The individual will translate complex analytical results into intuitive visual formats for manuscripts, presentations, lab meetings, and collaborator reports. Ensuring visual consistency, scientific accuracy, and adherence to data-visualization best practices is essential. (15%)
- Software and website development: Write clean, efficient, and well-documented code in languages such as R and Python; implementing modular functions and reproducible analytical workflows; and managing version control using Git. The individual will translate research needs into functional software packages, optimize computational performance, and ensure reliability across computing environments. In addition, the role involves creating and maintaining lightweight websites or interactive dashboards; using HTML/CSS, JavaScript, R Shiny, or similar frameworks to present analytical results, support data visualization, and disseminate methods and documentation. Ensuring usability, responsiveness, and clarity in both software tools and web interfaces is essential to support the laboratory's research and collaborative projects. (20%)
- Prepare Research Reports: Assist in the writing and preparation of research papers, including internal documentation, academic publication and research presentations at conferences and meetings. (10%)
NONESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
- Study Design: Work with the Principal Investigator and with other investigators on the projects to develop appropriate methodologies for addressing study hypotheses. Participate in the research design phase of projects and in the preparation of research proposals for funding. This work will be comprehensive and will include developing approaches for data management, assuring the integrity of the data, and methods for implementing data analysis. (5%)
- Development of Educational Opportunities: Work with other personnel to develop workshops and written materials to assist graduate students to learn about methodological and programming issues involved in working with population-based data, with emphasis on data management and reporting. (5%)
- Perform other duties as assigned. (<1%)
CONTACTS
Department: Frequent interactions (50%) with the principal investigator to provide status of ongoing projects and summary of completed tasks. Occasional interactions (10%) with members of the department to help with data analysis support. Contact with administrative staff as needed
University: Regular contact (40%) with collaborators in other university departments and centers. Occasional contact (10%) with the CWRU [U]Tech for computing support. Occasional contact with Research Administration, IRB, and Sponsored Projects Accounting.
External: Regular contact (40%) with researchers outside of CWRU to discuss and review experimental
results.
Student: Occasional interactions (10%) with undergraduate/graduate students working in the lab or in the lab of collaborators.
SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES
NA
QUALIFICAITONS
Experience: 3 years of work experience in an increasingly responsible position in biomedical research or social science research environment housed in a university, nonprofit research organization or similar setting.
Education/licensing: A Master's degree in computer science, computational biology, biotechnology, biology, bioinformatics, biostatistics, statistics, or related degree is required.
REQUIRED SKILLS
- Close familiarity and ability to work with genomics, radiomics data and other biomedical data
- Ability to work semi-independently with direct but limited guidance
- Highly organized, with decision-making skills
- Ability to work and communicate knowledgably in collaboration with other team members including statisticians, investigators, clinicians, and programmers
- Strong oral and written communication skills, adaptability, and the capacity to work with team members from varied cultural and professional backgrounds.
- Desirable skills include background/understanding of medical terminology, and clinical/translational research
- Hands-on experience in LotusNotes, Web databases or related collaborative task management apps
- Ability to use Microsoft office products such as Word, Power Point, Excel and Access
- Ability to use OverLeaf, GitHub, BioRender, Adobe Illustrator
- Ability to use software packages and websites, such as R, Python, R Quarto, GitHub, Bioconductor, and R CRAN
- Demonstrated history of successful support, education, and advocacy for all students, aligned with the values, mission, and messaging of the university, while adhering to the staff policy on conflict of commitment and interest.
- Ability to meet consistent attendance.
- Ability to interact with colleagues, supervisors, and customers face to face.
- Willingness to learn and utilize Artificial Intelligence (AI).
WORKING CONDITIONS
Employee will be expected to obtain and maintain certification of training in human subjects research through an online course and exam and other seminars. The position may require occasional work with investigators at the Cleveland Clinic and/or MetroHealth Medical Center, and might require occasional travel to either of these locations. No travel outside the Cleveland area is anticipated.
EEO Statement
Case Western Reserve University is an equal opportunity employer. All applicants are protected under federal and state laws and university policy from discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national or ethnic origin, protected veteran status, disability, age and genetic information.
Reasonable Accommodations
Case Western Reserve University complies with the Americans with Disabilities Act regarding reasonable accommodations for applicants with disabilities. Applicants requiring a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application and hiring process should contact the CWRU Office of Equity at 216-368-3066 to request a reasonable accommodation. Determinations as to granting reasonable accommodations for any applicants will be made on a case-by-case basis.
https://apply.interfolio.com/178048
Open Date Nov 21, 2025
Supervisor: Liangliang Zhang, Assistant Professor
POSITION OBJECTIVE
The Research Associate STS will contribute to the development, optimization, and execution of high-quality bioinformatics and biostatistical methods, and will lead large-scale data analyses for investigators. The Research Associate is expected to work independently to design, plan, and execute research projects from early-phase development through completion. This includes overseeing collaborations, supervising students, and keeping the PI informed of progress while providing recommendations on analytical and methodological strategies. The position involves working across a broad range of clinical and pre-clinical research studies, engaging in all aspects of statistical and data-science workflows—including data management, analysis of large and complex datasets, advanced analytics, database handling, and development or testing of novel computational and statistical approaches aligned with project goals. The Research Associate will generate results, prepare documentation and method summaries, contribute to manuscript preparation, and support the development of grant proposals through preliminary data and analytical insight. They will participate actively in biostatistical methodology development and/or applied quantitative health research, translating large-scale biomedical and omics data (e.g., microbiome, proteomics, metabolomics, transcriptomics) into scientific knowledge that advances precision medicine. Preference will be given to highly motivated candidates with expertise in biomarker discovery, Bayesian modeling, cancer or Alzheimer’s disease research, and the analysis of high-dimensional biomedical datasets.
Under the guidance of the PI, the Research Associate is expected to design and plan projects, oversee collaborations, source data, coordinate the lab, and carry out research activities of an assigned project through completion. The Research Associate will keep the PI informed of progress of research projects and provide recommendations on research design and action plan. The Research Associate will also present data and findings at lab and scientific meetings, seminars, etc., prepare manuscripts, and contribute preliminary data for grant proposals.
The CWRU SOM is affiliated with some of the best hospitals in the United States, such as University Hospitals Case Medical Center (UHCMC), Cleveland Clinic Foundation (CCF), The Metro Health System (MHS) and Louis Stokes Cleveland Department of Veterans Affairs Medical Center. Through these partnerships, cutting-edge technologies, research facilities and collaborative opportunities are accessible to our research team. The recruited candidate will support collaborations with researchers in the Case Comprehensive Cancer Center (CCCC), Cleveland Alzheimer’s Disease Research Center (CADRC), Case Western Reserve University AIDS Research (Case CFAR), The Cleveland Functional Electrical Stimulation (FES) Center, and Cleveland Clinics Foundation (CCF).
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
1. Methodological and Statistical Development; Assist the PI in developing new techniques, statistical methods, and computational approaches; implement simulations, assess models, and select appropriate statistical methodologies to support collaborative research projects.(15%)
2. Independent Project Planning and Management; Prepare and manage research plans and protocols with a high degree of independence. Oversee timelines, multitask across multiple projects, and conduct consistent follow-up to ensure timely and successful completion. (10%)
3. Project Oversight and Collaborative Engagement; Help the PI oversee lab projects, carry out assigned research activities through completion, and participate in meetings with collaborators, with or without the supervisor, as directed. (10%)
4. Results Summaries, Analysis Reports, and Grant Support; Prepare result summaries and generate analysis reports, including documentation of analytic pipelines. Ensure statistical rigor, contribute preliminary data, and assist in preparing grant proposals. (10%)
5. Tool, Workflow, and Pipeline Development; Develop and implement tools, workflows, and protocols for processing, analyzing, and integrating high-throughput datasets. Assist the PI and independently develop new analytical techniques and protocols. (10%)
6. Pipeline Maintenance and Method Updating; Maintain and update computational pipelines, track current methods for molecular datasets, document version control, monitor public databases, and test novel analytical methods and pipelines to ensure state-of-the-art analyses. (5%)
7. Research Manuscripts and Scientific Writing; Independently author research projects, assemble data, create publication-quality figures, and write manuscripts as a first author or co-author with the highest level of research integrity. (10%)
8. Scientific Communication and Proposal Preparation; Contribute to preparing, writing, and editing presentations, technical reports, grant proposals, and post-award reports. Present findings at laboratory meetings, seminars, and scientific conferences. (10%)
9. Biomedical Data Analysis and Interpretation; Source, prepare, evaluate, and interpret biomedical datasets. Produce high-quality figures and visualizations and present scientific findings at lab meetings, seminars, and conferences. (10%)
10. Mentoring and Training; Mentor and train lab staff and graduate students, oversee their research activities, and teach established and new analytical or computational techniques to support scientific discovery and project success. (5%)
NONESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
1. Perform other duties as assigned. (5%)
CONTACTS
Department: Frequent contact with PI and lab members, may work with other faculty for collaboration of research projects, contact with administrative staff as needed
University: Regular/Occasional contact with other labs for collaboration, Regular/Occasional contact with the Animal Resource Center, Contact with other departments as needed
External: Supply vendors, other institutions, funding agencies, etc. as needed
Students: Undergraduate and graduate student employees working in the lab
SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITY
No direct supervisory responsibilities. Will train and provide oversight to lab staff and students.
QUALIFICATIONS
Experience: 1 to 3 years of experience as a bio/statistician in applied research, especially in cancer research or neuro-degenerative diseases. Preference will be given to candidates with solid training in statistical modeling and programming, and excellent communication and scientific writing skills. Top candidates should have quantitative background in multi-omics, neuroimaging, longitudinal models, machine learning, tree-based methods, variable selection, Bayesian analysis, and experience leading and collaborating on teams.
Education: Master’s Degree required or Doctorate degree preferred. Concentration in biostatistics, statistics, applied mathematics, computer science or related field. Knowledge in biology, genetics or genomics is desired but not required.
REQUIRED SKILLS
· Experience using various advanced analytical methods such as survival analysis, longitudinal models, Bayesian methods, and machine learning techniques including tree-based methods and regularized methodology.
· Demonstrated ability to apply a wide range of statistical methods to real-world clinical and preclinical data as well as omics data.
· Excellent oral and written communication skills and interpersonal skills; must demonstrate the ability to effectively and professionally communicate and work with various individuals within and external to the University.
· Strong organization skills. Ability to multi-task, prioritize, and meet deadlines. Must demonstrate attention to detail and accuracy, time management skills, and follow-through. Must be able to work under pressure and conform to shifting priorities, demands, and timeline.
· Effective leadership skills; ability to lead, train, work with, and elicit cooperation from team members and staff.
· Good computer skills, including database management. Proficiency with R, SAS, Python, and high-performance computing. Ability to learn new programs as needed.
· Excellent analytical skills. Ability to formulate findings and recommendations from the analysis.
· Ability to work effectively, independently and collaboratively within a team. Must be highly motivated, responsible, dependable, and a self-starter.
· Effective problem-solving skills; must demonstrate innovation and creativity, sound judgment, and good decision-making.
WORKING CONDITIONS
The Research Associate will work in a professional academic research environment that includes office-based computational work and frequent interaction with interdisciplinary research teams. The position requires prolonged periods of sitting and computer use for statistical programming, data management, and analysis. The individual will participate in regular lab meetings, project discussions, and collaborative sessions with investigators from multiple departments. While the position primarily follows standard weekday hours, occasional flexibility—including evening or weekend work—may be required during peak analytical periods, manuscript deadlines, or grant submissions. Some travel to scientific conferences, workshops, or collaborator institutions may be requested. All work must be conducted in accordance with university policies, IRB regulations, and standards for research ethics, data confidentiality, and responsible conduct of research.
https://apply.interfolio.com/178309\
Open Date Dec 01, 2025
Postdoctoral Scholar
Department of Population and Quantitative Health Sciences
We are seeking a highly motivated postdoctoral scholar to join the Clinical Application and Statistical Learning (CASTLE) Lab led by Dr. Ming Wang at Case Western Reserve University. The position is available immediately and will focus on statistical method development in causal inference and data integration, with applications to large-scale healthcare data, as well as collaborative biomedical and human health research.
Case Western Reserve University, Department of Population and Quantitative Health Sciences is seeking a qualified candidate to fill a postdoctoral position. This is a one-year appointment with the possibility of renewing for an additional year. [Definitions of postdoctoral fellows and scholars.]
Responsibilities and Duties:
1. Develop and implement statistical methods in causal inference and data integration using large-scale healthcare databases and related data sources.
2. Lead data analyses for NIH funded grant projects, and prepare analytic reports aligned with specific aims and project milestones.
3. Conduct simulation studies and preliminary analyses to support new grant submissions (e.g., R01/R21/R03), including evaluation of power and operating characteristics for proposed methods.
4. Engage in collaborative research using clinical trials and observational data in cancer, cardiovascular, kidney, and neurodegenerative diseases, with emphasis on decision making and value-based care.
5. Co-lead manuscript preparation, contribute to grant writing, supervise or mentor graduate students and research staff, and help build reproducible analysis pipelines to support future projects and student onboarding.
Minimum Qualifications:
· Doctorate in statistics, biostatistics, (applied) mathematics, data science or a closely related quantitative field.
· At least two years of experience (can include doctoral or postdoctoral work) in biostatistics or related areas, with expertise in one or more of the following: causal inference, data integration, longitudinal data analysis, survival analysis, risk prediction, large-scale or high-dimensional data analysis.
· Proficiency in statistical programming, preferably in R and/or Python; experience with high-performance or parallel computing is strongly preferred.
· Excellent written and oral communication skills necessary.
· Must be eligible to work in the United States.
How to Apply:
Review of applications will begin on Jan 1, 2026
· Send cover letter of application, curriculum vitae, transcripts, two current letters of recommendation, and writing samples, to the Interfolio posting.
Ming Wang, PhD
Department of Population and Quantitative Health Sciences
Case Western Reserve University, School of Medicine
Robbins Building 240C
Cleveland, Ohio 44106-4945
Email: mwx827@case.edu
Phone: (216) 368-5745
In compliance with the City of Cleveland’s Pay Transparency Ordinance (effective October 27, 2025), the annual starting base salary range for this position is $55,000 - $62,652. CWRU considers factors such as (but not limited to) the specific grant funding and the terms of the research grant when extending an offer. Postdocs receive individual and family healthcare benefits, life insurance, and employee assistance.
Case Western Reserve University is an equal opportunity employer. All applicants are protected under federal and state laws and university policy from discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national or ethnic origin, protected veteran status, disability, age and genetic information.
Case Western Reserve University complies with the Americans with Disabilities Act regarding reasonable accommodations for applicants with disabilities Applications requiring a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application and hiring process should contact the CWRU Office of Equity at 216.368.3066 to request a reasonable accommodation. Determinations as to granting reasonable accommodations for any applicant will be made on a case-by-case basis.
https://apply.interfolio.com/179174
Open Date Dec 19, 2025
Postdoctoral Scholar
Department of Population and Quantitative Health Sciences
The Prevention Research Center for Healthy Neighborhoods (PRCHN), housed within the Department of Population and Quantitative Health Sciences at Case Western Reserve University School of Medicine is seeking a qualified candidate for a position as Postdoctoral Scholar. This is a one-year appointment with the possibility of renewing for an additional year. [Definition of postdoctoral scholar.]
The mission of the PRCHN is to bridge community partners and university researchers to focus their collective expertise to develop, test, and implement sustainable strategies to improve health in underserved communities. The Postdoctoral Scholar will support the CONNECT-Pantries project, which is a NIH-funded R01 study that will test the reach, effectiveness, and impact of providing connections to smoking cessation treatment in community food pantries. The project is led by Drs. Jin Kim-Mozeleski, Sarah Koopman Gonzalez, and Erika Trapl.
Responsibilities and Duties:
· Lead project management and coordination, overseeing multi-site implementation and data collection progress for both quantitative and qualitative data
· Develop, implement, and refine operational systems for tracking study progress, data quality, partnership communication, and study documentation
· Prepare interim reports aligned with project milestones and aims
· Co-lead or lead manuscript preparation, prepare scientific presentations, and contribute to all aspects of grant writing
· Maintain close communication with project PIs and team members
· Supervise and mentor research team members (staff, research assistants, interns/trainees)
Minimum Qualifications:
· Candidates should hold a doctoral degree in public health, social or behavioral science, psychology, health communication, community health, or a related field. Duties are highly focused on project coordination, writing (e.g., papers, grant applications) and tracking and monitoring study progress and outcomes.
· Demonstrated experience in research project management
· Excellent organizational, analytical, and communication skills are necessary
· Ability to work independently and collaboratively across academic and community settings
· Ability to problem solve and proactively anticipate and address issues
· Must be eligible to work in the United States
Preferred qualifications include
· Background or strong interest in community engagement, mixed methods research, intervention research, or implementation science.
· Previous supervisory or mentorship experience
The postdoctoral scholar will receive mentorship from the PIs and will participate in professional development experiences such as:
· Manuscript and grant writing
· Individualized career development planning
· Opportunities to present in local and national conferences
· Opportunities for scientific leadership and project management on teams
· The CWRU Office of Postdoctoral Affairs provides numerous professional development events (https://case.edu/postdoc/professional-development-events)
How to Apply:
· Review of applications will begin
· Interested candidates should submit a CV and cover letter describing research interests, experience, and career goals, and names and contact information for 2-3 professional references to link for posting.
Dr. Jin Kim-Mozeleski
Prevention Research Center for Healthy Neighborhoods
Department of Population and Quantitative Health Sciences
Case Western Reserve University School of Medicine
Email: jin.kim-mozeleski@case.edu
Tel: 216-368-6793
In compliance with the City of Cleveland’s Pay Transparency Ordinance (effective October 27, 2025), the annual starting base salary range for this position is $55,000 - $62,652. CWRU considers factors such as (but not limited to) the specific grant funding and the terms of the research grant when extending an offer. Postdocs receive individual and family healthcare benefits, life insurance, and employee assistance.
Case Western Reserve University is an equal opportunity employer. All applicants are protected under federal and state laws and university policy from discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national or ethnic origin, protected veteran status, disability, age and genetic information.
Case Western Reserve University complies with the Americans with Disabilities Act regarding reasonable accommodations for applicants with disabilities Applications requiring a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application and hiring process should contact the CWRU Office of Equity at 216.368.3066 to request a reasonable accommodation. Determinations as to granting reasonable accommodations for any applicant will be made on a case-by-case basis.
https://apply.interfolio.com/182566
Open Date Mar 03,, 2026
Position Objective
The Mary Ann Swetland Center for Environmental Health is a research center based in the School of Medicine at Case Western Reserve University. Its mission is to accelerate pathways to vibrant and healthy environments through collaborative research, immersive training, and authentic community engagement. The Swetland Center has a three-pronged approach focused on research, training and education, and community engagement. Our goal is to build capacity for the next generation of scientists to work alongside community partners to promote healthy environments for people to thrive. We envision a world where environments are designed to promote holistic health for everyone. The Graduate Research Assistant must uphold the values of the Center including:
- Collaborative: We believe in the strength of our collective voices, knowledge, and experiences to form a foundation of co-creation.
- Participatory: We believe that trusting relationships pave co-designed pathways to realize environmental health for all.
- Respect: We believe in acknowledging and honoring rich traditions, learning styles, experiences and value the dignity of all people.
- Innovative: We believe that engaging different perspectives is necessary to promote a culture of innovation.
The Graduate Research Assistant will support two projects within the Swetland Center:
1. The Nourishing Neighborhoods Empowering Communities Study (Nourishing Power) was a community-action research project that tested ways to transform the food system by bridging organizational power with community power to spark and expand food justice initiatives led by the community.
2. The EH Connector is an agile resource to spark and strengthen partnerships that drive environmental health research, training, and community engagement in Greater Cleveland and beyond. The EH Connector is implemented through Meetups – faculty, students and community leaders to promote collaboration; Quarterly Events – to connect faculty, trainees, community partners and funders to share ideas; Annual Speaker(s) – to raise awareness about environmental health innovations and build skills; and Small Investments – invest in research teams to promote interdisciplinary collaboration
The Graduate Assistant will work closely with the Swetland Center’s Director of Operations to support the Environmental Health Connector. The candidate is expected to communicate regularly with study team members to ensure timely execution of tasks.
Responsibilities
The candidate must complete required trainings for the ethical conduct of human subjects research. Working independently and collaboratively, the graduate assistant will be responsible for the following tasks:
● Perform literature reviews related to manuscripts resulting from the Nourishing Power Study
● Develop dissemination materials for various audiences (e.g., academic, community)
● Support administrative, tasks including document management, accuracy review, and record keeping
● Assist with organization of study documents in Box and tracking systems
● Attend Evaluation Core team meetings and writing sessions as available
● Support planning and logistics of EH connector event in April 2026
● Support grant reporting and data reporting requirements
● Other tasks as needed.
Hours and Payment
The Graduate Research Assistant will work up to 20 hours/week between April and August 2026 and will include both in-person work in Cleveland as well as the opportunity to perform some duties remotely. Remote hours may not be completed outside of the state of Ohio. Hourly wages are $15-$22 depending on experience.
Qualifications
Required Skills
Candidate must currently be enrolled as a graduate student at CWRU. Preference will be given to candidates with experience in community engaged environmental health research. Applicants will be considered based on the following skills:
● Excellent written and verbal communication skills (required)
● Demonstrated capacity for data analysis and interpretation (qualitative, quantitative, and/or social network)
● Be motivated, self-directed, and independent
● Excellent time management skills including ability to dedicate time to multiple, ongoing tasks and to-do items
● Ability to work collaboratively on teams that include faculty, staff, and members of the community
● Excellent data organization skills, including the ability to export, organize, and summarize data in a uniform, automated, and error-free manner
● Excellent troubleshooting and problem-solving skills
● Consistent attendance and punctuality
Application Instructions
To apply, please submit the following application:
a. CV
b. Cover letter
c. Writing sample
d. Class schedule/availability
You may contact Dr. Owusua Yamoah at oxy14@case.edu if you have any questions.
Case Western Reserve University is an equal opportunity employer. All applicants are protected under federal and state laws and university policy from discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national or ethnic origin, protected veteran status, disability, age and genetic information.
Case Western Reserve University complies with the Americans with Disabilities Act regarding reasonable accommodations for applicants with disabilities. Applicants requiring a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application and hiring process should contact the Office of Equity by phone at 216.368.3066 or by email at equity@case.edu. Determinations as to granting reasonable accommodations for any applicant will be made on a case-by-case basis.