Postdoctoral Positions in Cancer Prevention and Control in Yale University – USA

Summary

Yale University School of Public Health and the Yale Comprehensive Cancer Center are offering postdoctoral positions in their Cancer Prevention and Control (CPC) T32 training program, funded by an NIH T32 CA250803 award. The program aims to train pre- and post-doctoral fellows in seven thematic areas, including cancer etiology, outcomes, lifestyle interventions, aging, implementation science, community-engaged research, and cancer data science. Fellows will receive comprehensive mentoring and career development activities. Applicants must be US citizens or permanent residents with a doctoral degree in relevant fields and a strong interest in CPC research. The initial appointment is for one year, renewable based on performance and funding, not exceeding two years. The stipend is based on Yale postdoctoral compensation guidelines. The application deadline is February 26, 2027, with a preferred start date by September 2026.

Key Facts

Department	Yale School of Public Health and Yale Comprehensive Cancer Center
Position Type	Postdoctoral Fellow
Discipline	Epidemiology, Biostatistics, Computer Science, Engineering, Environmental Health Sciences, Social and Behavioral Sciences, Health Policy, Medicine, Life Sciences, Data Sciences
Research Area	Cancer Prevention and Control, Cancer Etiology, Cancer Outcomes, Lifestyle Behavioral Interventions, Aging and Cancer, Implementation Science, Community-Engaged Research, Cancer Data Science
Degree Required	Doctoral degree
Experience	Previous research experience in Cancer Prevention and Control is desirable but not required.
Salary	Stipend based on Yale postdoctoral compensation guidelines and commensurate with experience.
Funding	NIH T32 CA250803 training award
Contract Duration	Initial appointment for one year, with expectation of renewal based on performance and continued funding. Support will not exceed two years.
Deadline	2027-02-26
Required Documents	Curriculum vitae, Names and contact information of two references, One-page statement about aims for postdoctoral training
Employer Address	New Haven, CT
Employer Contact	Xiaomei Ma ([email protected]), Melinda Irwin ([email protected])

About the Project

The Yale Cancer Prevention and Control (CPC) Training Program focuses on training pre- and post-doctoral fellows across seven thematic areas: cancer etiology, cancer outcomes, lifestyle behavioral interventions, aging and cancer, implementation science, community-engaged research, and cancer data science. Fellows will engage in structured research, participate in YCC Research Programs, and develop innovative, impactful studies to address key gaps in CPC research, potentially influencing standard of care and policy.

Key Responsibilities

• Participate and interact with the YCC Research Programs and other research centers and groups at Yale
• Develop the knowledge and skills necessary to function independently
• Develop and carry out innovative impactful studies filling key gaps in CPC research

Required Skills

• Doctoral degree in epidemiology, biostatistics, computer science, engineering, environmental health sciences, social and behavioral sciences, health policy, medicine, or other areas in life or data sciences
• Strong interest in Cancer Prevention and Control (CPC) research
• Ability to function independently
• Ability to develop and carry out innovative impactful studies

Who Should Apply

Highly qualified candidates who are US citizens or permanent residents, hold a doctoral degree in epidemiology, biostatistics, computer science, engineering, environmental health sciences, social and behavioral sciences, health policy, medicine, or other life or data sciences, and have a strong interest in Cancer Prevention and Control (CPC) research. Applicants should not have received more than two years of previous support through an NIH postdoctoral training grant.

Benefits

• Stipend support based on Yale postdoctoral compensation guidelines
• Training related expenses based on NIH policy
• Comprehensive mentoring program
• Structured CPC Fellows research in progress meetings
• Additional training activities focused on career development strategies

About the Employer

The Yale School of Public Health and the Yale Comprehensive Cancer Center (YCC) have a Cancer Prevention and Control (CPC) T32 training award from the National Institutes of Health (NIH). The program is supported by over 35 faculty members from the Yale Schools of Public Health, Medicine, and Nursing, who have a strong track record in CPC research and mentoring junior investigators.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the duration of the postdoctoral appointment?

The initial appointment is for one year, with the expectation of renewal based on performance and continued funding. The total support by the CPC T32 training program will not exceed two years.

What are the eligibility requirements for applicants?

Applicants must be US citizens or permanent residents at the time of application, hold a doctoral degree in a relevant field, have a strong interest in Cancer Prevention and Control research, and not have received more than two years of previous support through an NIH postdoctoral training grant.

What documents are required for the application?

Applicants must submit a curriculum vitae, the names and contact information of two references, and a one-page statement about their aims for postdoctoral training through the Yale CPC T32 training program.

What is the preferred start date for the positions?

The preferred start date is by September 2026, but positions can begin as soon as possible.

Who can I contact for questions about the application process?

For questions, you can contact Xiaomei Ma at [email protected] and Melinda Irwin at [email protected], including 'CPC T32' in the subject line of your email.