University of Tennessee Health Science Center

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Postdoctoral Fellowship in Health Economics/Health Services Research (Short Version)

The Department of Preventive Medicine at the University of Tennessee Health Science Center is seeking a postdoctoral fellow in health economics, health services research, or similar discipline. This position provides strong mentorship in a supportive, multi-disciplinary environment, and an excellent opportunity to further develop research skills and prepare for a career in academia, government, or consulting. The fellow will work with faculty members Ilana Graetz, Cameron Kaplan, and Teresa Waters in the Health Services and Policy Research Group on projects related to health policy, insurance benefit design, health behavior, and/or health information technology. This position will be for one year, renewable for a second year, subject to first year productivity. Applicants must have a doctorate in economics, health services research, or related field. The ideal candidate will have strong writing, quantitative, and communication skills. Interested applicants should apply online and submit a curriculum vitae, a cover letter describing research interests and experience, and arrange to have three letters of recommendation sent to: Teresa M. Waters, Ph.D. Department of Preventive Medicine, University of Tennessee Health Science Center, 66 N. Pauline St, Suite 633, Memphis, TN 38163; email address: twaters@uthsc.edu.