Postgraduate Associate – Global Health Emerging Scholars (GHES) Program — Department of Epidemiology of Microbial Diseases, Yale School of Public Health

Department and School: Department of Epidemiology of Microbial Diseases, Yale School of Public Health

Anticipated Appointment Dates: January 1, 2026 – December 31st, 2026

Email/Website: ghes@yale.edu, Program Website: Global Health Emerging Scholars Program < Yale Institute for Global Health

Introduction of School/Department:

The Yale School of Public Health (YSPH) is dedicated to improving health for all people through innovative research, education, policy, and practice. The Department of Epidemiology of Microbial Diseases focuses on infectious disease prevention, control, and global health research, collaborating across disciplines to translate discoveries into real-world impact.

Overview of the Position: The Postgraduate Associate will join the Global Health Emerging Scholars (GHES) Program—an NIH Fogarty–funded research training consortium among Yale, Stanford, UC Berkeley, and the University of Arizona. GHES provides mentored research training opportunities to early-career investigators from the U.S. and low- and middle-income countries (LMICs).

This one-year postgraduate appointment is designed as a training and mentorship experience for recent graduates preparing for careers or graduate studies in global health, public health policy, or research program management. The postgrad will gain hands-on experience training in global research program management, NIH grant management, and evaluation of impact metrics across a large, multi-institutional training program.

Educational Objectives: This position is designed to provide advanced training and mentorship to help the trainee prepare for graduate or professional school in global health, public health, or international development. The postgrad will develop skills in research management, program coordination, and global collaboration, positioning them for future leadership in academic or nonprofit sectors.

Training Plan: The postgrad will receive hands-on training in:

  • Grants and Program Management: Gaining direct experience with NIH grant processes, including budgeting, justifications, reporting, and navigating recent NIH policy updates affecting global research.
  • Monitoring and Evaluation: Supporting analysis of trainee outcomes and program metrics to assess the global impact of GHES.
  • Research Implementation Processes: Learning federal compliance, data documentation, and multi-institutional coordination in real-world research settings.
  • Professional Skills: Strengthening cross-cultural communication, project management, and stakeholder coordination through direct engagement with domestic and international partners.
  • Career Development: Participating in YSPH seminars, career panels, and research workshops designed for postgraduates pursuing advanced study or global health leadership roles.

Mentorship Plan: The postgrad will be directly mentored by Chelsea Evankow, MPH, GHES Program Manager, with additional mentorship from Dr. Albert Ko, Principal Investigator of the GHES Program and Dr. Evelyn Hsieh and Dr. Luke Davis, Associate Program Directors (PD). Mentorship includes:

  • Weekly one-on-one meetings with the Program Manager and Associate PDs.
  • Participation in Yale School of Public Health seminars and professional development opportunities.
  • Exposure to international collaborators and multidisciplinary project teams.
  • Structured goal-setting and individualized training plan reviews.
  • Opportunities to co-develop and present program materials, reports, and analyses.
  • Participation in GHES consortium meetings, providing exposure to leadership from Yale, Stanford, Berkeley, Arizona, and international research sites

Location: Yale School of Public Health, Department of Epidemiology of Microbial Diseases, 60 College Street, New Haven, CT.

Qualifications:

  • Bachelor’s degree required, preferably (not required) in public health, global health, biology, international relations, or a related field.
  • Strong organizational, communication, and analytical skills.
  • Demonstrated interest in global health, health equity, or research.
  • Ability to manage multiple projects and meet deadlines in a dynamic academic environment.
  • Experience with Microsoft Office Suite and collaborative platforms (Google Workspace, Box, Zoom) preferred.

Process to Apply: Applicants should submit the following materials to ghes@yale.edu:

  • Cover letter describing their interest in the position and career goals.
  • Resume/CV.
  • Contact information for two references.

Application deadline: December 31st, 2025