Responsibilities include acquiring the experiences they need to advance their careers and contributing t the program through research accomplishments, personal growth, and interaction with others.
The ideal candidate has an in-depth grasp of multi-level models of health and behavior change theory; experience in the field of childhood obesity using clinical and/or health services research methodologies; and a track record of peer-reviewed publications as a first author using longitudinal research methods and/or large datasets.
The overarching goal of the two-year program is to develop investigators who will advance the prevention and treatment of obesity and associated chronic, non-communicable diseases in children.
An intensive, mentored research experience and, if applicable, structured clinical training will be offered.
Applicants must be a U.S. citizen or foreign national with a visa permitting permanent U.S. residence. Send cover letter, CV, personal statement (maximum 1000 words), and three reference letters to pedsnutrition@cumc.columbia.edu.
Deadline is rolling until filled.
Students
Highly motivated students are considered. A minimum three to five hour per week commitment is required for a minimum 12 month total duration.
In addition, there are significant opportunities for summer work, future scholarly projects, and research years.
