As a Postdoctoral Associate, you will be working on a project related to [1) ownership structures of nursing homes, home health agencies, and hospices and the quality and cost of care; and (2) care transitions in post-acute and long-term care settings. You will be responsible for conduct quantitative research using large, health insurance claims-based analytic files, completing literature reviews for associated projects, and contributing to the writing of manuscripts.
Minimum Qualifications:
The successful candidate has:
- A PhD in health services research, health economics, health policy, or a closely related field
- Experience conducting research using large administrative data such as insurance claims
- Strong econometric analysis skills
- Strong written and oral communication skills
- Ability to work effectively as part of a team
At least two references will be required.
Preferred Qualifications:
Experience and interest in aging-related research.
Application Process:
Interested applicants should submit a letter of interest highlighting their research interests and career goals, and a curriculum vitae to:
Mark A. Unruh, PhD
Associate Professor
Division of Health Policy and Economics
Department of Population Health Sciences
Weill Cornell Medical College
Email: mau2006@med.cornell.edu
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Appointment Term:
Instructions: Include the Length of time of the appointment (1 year) or exact dates if precise dates are required (please keep in mind foreign nationals may take extra time to be able to start work). Also note if you know now if reappointment is possible.
Starting Date:
The anticipated start date is July 1, 2026, though a later start date is negotiable.
Location of Appointment:
This is an in-person position within the Department of Population Health Sciences located at:
575 Lexington Avenue 6F
New York, NY 10022
Department Website: https://phs.weill.cornell.edu
Salary:
The minimum salary established below per annum commensurate with qualifications and experience: $75,812
Benefits:
A summary of employee benefits can be found on the WCM Human Resources website.
Visa Options:
Candidates applying for this position could be eligible for a J-1 Exchange visitor visa and the H-1B temporary worker visa.
Union Membership:
This position is covered under a Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA) between Weill Cornell Medicine and the International Union, United Automobile, Aerospace, and Agricultural Implement Workers of America (“UAW”), and its Local Union, Weill Cornell Medicine Postdocs United-UAW Local 4100.
Contact
- Population Health Sciences