Postdoctoral Research Associate - Oncology

About the role

The Global Oncology Initiative (GOI) within the Division of Oncology at WashU Medicine is seeking a highly motivated Postdoctoral Research Associate to support implementation and clinical research activities across a portfolio of global oncology projects in East Africa. The Postdoctoral Researcher Will Work Closely With Dr. Thomas Odeny And Multidisciplinary Collaborators On Projects Focused On Cancer Care Delivery, Implementation Science, And HIV-associated Malignancies.

Primary Projects

• PAMOJA Ignite: A WashU-funded study examining patient navigation and human-centered design approaches in cancer care in Kenya. The fellow will support study coordination, data analysis, and dissemination.
• PRIME-KS (NIH U01): A multi-site implementation science study evaluating precision imaging tools for Kaposi sarcoma in East Africa. The fellow will contribute to data analysis, manuscript development, and study activities across Kenya and Uganda sites.
• The associate will also work directly with the PI on data analysis and manuscript development on selected additional projects.

Job Description

• Information on being a postdoc at WashU in St. Louis can be found at https://postdoc.wustl.edu/prospective-postdocs-2/.
• Under the supervision of faculty mentors, the postdoctoral researcher will:
• Carefully coordinate implementation and research activities across multiple global oncology projects, including PRIME-KS, PAMOJA IGNITE and other studies.
• Serve as a study coordinator for ongoing clinical and implementation science research activities, including tracking study milestones, timelines, documentation, and deliverables.
• Participate in IRB submissions, regulatory documentation, protocol development, data-sharing processes, and study compliance activities.
• Contribute to the coordination of international research activities, meetings, trainings, and partner engagement efforts.
• Support qualitative and quantitative research activities, including data collection coordination, monitoring study progress, and contributing to analysis and interpretation of findings.
• Design research experiments.
• Lead and contribute to manuscript development, scientific presentations, progress reports, and grant applications.
• Develop expertise in implementation science, global oncology research, and clinical research operations within international collaborative settings.
• Develop proficiency in career skills, including writing, public speaking, networking, and critical evaluation of scientific literature.
• Present scientific work internally and externally through meetings, conferences, and seminars.
• Maintain accurate research documentation and ensure adherence to institutional, ethical, and regulatory standards.
• Engage in professional development activities related to research leadership, scientific communication, grantsmanship, and academic career development.
• Foster collaborative and respectful working relationships with investigators, trainees, staff, and international partners.
• Adhere to all applicable University policies, procedures, and research compliance requirements.

Working Conditions

This position works in a laboratory environment with potential exposure to biological and chemical hazards. The individual must be physically able to wear protective equipment and to provide standard care to research animals.

Salary Range

Base pay is commensurate with experience.

Education

• Required Qualifications: Ph.D., M.D. Or Equivalent Terminal Or Doctoral Degree.
• Preferred Qualifications: Doctoral degree (PhD, MD, DrPH, or equivalent) in a relevant field, completed by start date.

Skills

• Strong organizational and project coordination skills.
• Strong scientific writing skills.
• Proficiency in statistical analysis and epidemiological methods.
• Genuine interest in cancer care and global health.
• Familiarity with implementation science principles.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively across multidisciplinary and cross-cultural teams.
• Prior research or work experience in Africa.
• Experience with mixed-methods research.
• Familiarity with NIH grant mechanisms and the research administration landscape.
• Experience supporting clinical or implementation science research studies.
• Familiarity with IRB/regulatory processes and research compliance activities.