Postdoctoral Associate in Population Health Sciences

Position overview

This full-time postdoctoral role is based in Doha, Qatar, within the Abu-Raddad Lab in the Research division at Weill Cornell Medicine-Qatar. The work schedule runs Sunday through Thursday, and sponsorship is available. The posting closes on 07/31/2026.

The role focuses on analyzing and interpreting biomedical and behavioral data through advanced mathematical and computational modeling to support research on population dynamics for both communicable and non-communicable diseases.

What you will do

• Create mathematical models that describe how diseases spread and how interventions affect outcomes.
• Independently develop hypotheses and carry out detailed data analysis using mathematical modeling across several research initiatives.
• Build, test, and maintain deterministic, stochastic compartmental, and individual-based models for disease-focused research.
• Work with principal investigators and multidisciplinary teams to shape study designs and define strong computational approaches that match research goals.
• Analyze model results and turn findings into reports, visualizations, scientific manuscripts, and contributions to papers and grant proposals.
• Prepare and publish articles in peer-reviewed journals based on research outcomes.
• Share findings in internal discussions and at external scientific conferences.
• Keep clear and accurate records of methods, outputs, and project status.
• Review literature relevant to assigned studies, stay current with new developments, and identify opportunities for improvement.
• Support and guide team members in using tools, methods, and workflows effectively.
• Carry out additional duties as assigned.

Education and experience

The role calls for a Ph.D. in Mathematical Epidemiology, Applied Mathematics, Theoretical Physics, or another closely related quantitative field, along with relevant experience gained after qualification.

Knowledge and skills

Strong expertise is needed in mathematical modeling approaches, including deterministic and stochastic methods, as well as quantitative tools such as differential and integral equations, nonlinear dynamics, probability theory, and stochastic processes. The position also requires advanced scientific computing capability, including programming, numerical analysis, symbolic and logical analysis, Monte Carlo simulation, and computer graphics.

Experience with scientific computing tools such as MATLAB, Mathematica, and Berkeley Madonna, plus statistical software including SPSS and R, is essential. The candidate should have excellent analytical and problem-solving ability, strong attention to detail, solid organizational skills, and the capacity to manage multiple priorities under tight timelines. Proficiency in MS Office applications—Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook—is also expected.

About Weill Cornell Medicine-Qatar

Weill Cornell Medicine-Qatar was founded in 2001 through a partnership between Cornell University and Qatar Foundation. It is Qatar’s first medical school and an early leader in university-level coeducation. The institution offers an integrated six-year medical program combining pre-medical and medical study, leading to the Cornell University M.D. degree.

Teaching is delivered by Cornell and Weill Cornell faculty, together with physicians from Hamad Medical Corporation who also hold Weill Cornell appointments. Enrollment has expanded from 25 first-year pre-medical students in 2002 to more than 300 students representing over 30 countries.

WCM-Q is part of Weill Cornell Medicine in New York City, whose mission is to provide excellent medical education, advance cutting-edge research, improve healthcare for present and future generations, and serve the community with the highest quality of care.

Doha offers a vibrant international setting with a diverse population, a fast-growing economy, and modern infrastructure. The institution is located in Education City, a major Qatar Foundation development that spans more than 12 square kilometers and hosts leading global universities and educational institutions.

Equal opportunity

Weill Cornell Medicine-Qatar is an equal employment opportunity employer and welcomes applications regardless of minority status, gender, or disability.