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Our research team is accepting applications for a postdoctoral fellowship based in the Department of Epidemiology at the Johns Hopkins Bloomberg School of Public Health under the mentorship of Dr. David Dowdy and Dr. Emily Kendall. The start date for these fellowships is flexible, but preference will be given to applicants who can start by June 2026. According to JHU policy, appointments will be for one year, renewable by mutual agreement – our hope is to recruit a fellow who is interested in a two-year fellowship. We are seeking fellows with a background in mathematical modeling and cost-effectiveness analysis, and interest in combining these tools with both primary and secondary data sources to answer policy-relevant questions about tuberculosis interventions. Reflecting our team-based, collaborative approach to research, fellows will work with a broader mentorship team, with additional mentors drawn from the Center for Tuberculosis Research and other collaborating teams as appropriate. This fellowship will be funded from a combination of four specific projects (described below), providing flexibility to structure the fellowship around the goals of individual applicants. Successful fellows will help broaden our team’s horizons, enabling us to build new collaborations and explore new research areas. The specific deliverables for this fellowship are linked to ongoing field-based studies with empiric data collection, including: . Models of the impact and cost-effectiveness of school-based screening and prevention in India. Estimating the long-term impact and cost-effectiveness of school-based TB disease screening, with or without the addition of preventive therapy for people with infection . Models of the impact and cost-effectiveness of venue-targeted vaccination programs in Zambia, Nigeria, and Indonesia. Evaluating whether vaccination is more efficient when delivered at specific venues (e.g., prisons, mines, bars) than to the general population or at health facilities . Models of the impact and cost-effectiveness of novel diagnostic assays for tuberculosis. Understanding the importance of different design characteristics and implementation strategies for novel diagnostics, particularly those intended for children, screening, and/or drug susceptibility testing . Models of the impact and cost-effectiveness of drug susceptibility testing for bedaquiline. Forecasting the future and health impact of bedaquiline-resistant TB under different scenarios of availability and scale-up of drug susceptibility testing in key countries Applicants must have: . A recent PhD (or MD) degree in a relevant discipline (expected graduation in Spring 2026 is acceptable). . Strong quantitative background, with demonstrated ability to program in one or more scientific programming languages, e.g. R, Python, C++, etc. . Demonstrated ability to lead modeling research, as well as strong communication and writing skills. . Ability to work independently, function as part of a highly collaborative, interdisciplinary, open-source-oriented team, and contribute to biweekly team meetings and journal clubs. Application Procedures Interested applicants should submit the following via a single email to Dr. Dowdy (ddowdy1@jhmi.edu): - Cover letter describing research interests, career goals, and prior experience - Curriculum vitae - Contact information of 3 references (to be contacted only after first discussing with the applicant) Applications submitted by January 31 will be given priority. Initial interviews will be held in Feb 2025 and selections made promptly. We encourage applications regardless of precise timeline or current location, and we will work with qualified candidates to sort out hiring details and timelines. Please contact Dr. Dowdy and/or Dr. Kendall (ekendall@jhmi.edu) by email with any questions.

DEADLINE: January 2026 SEPTRE (SPIRIT Electronic Protocol Tool and Resource) is an innovative, web-based software solution that makes it easier to create, manage, and register high-quality protocols for clinical trials. From now until January 2026, The Global Health Network and EDCTP have a limited number of free individual three-year SEPTRE licenses for researchers based in low-resource settings.

This course catalogue 2026 launched by The Union for features a wide range of free online learning opportunities designed to support your professional growth.

The "Atlas of TB Innovations" is catalogue of all innovations in the fight against Tuberculosis (TB). Innovations showcases cutting-edge solutions, breakthrough technologies and transformative ideas that drive progress. Explore advancements shaping the future across various industries.

The PHA Editors will consider any manuscript reporting original research on progress to achieving the SDGs. Suitable topics include infection-related topics such as vaccines, infection prevention control, outbreaks and antimicrobial resistance. Non-communicable diseases of public health importance include nutrition, the impact of climate change and planetary health. The journal aims to improve public health practice and we welcome operational research, lessons from implementation and evaluations of public health interventions. We will also consider submissions that focus on issues related to health care access and universal health coverage, quality, efficiency, cost-effectiveness, ethics and equity as well as education and training.

In-person courses and virtual options, too - Free online courses We currently offer the following online courses, free of charge: How to develop a research grant proposal (English) Interpretation of CXR in children with presumptive TB (English) Interpretation of CXR in adults (French) Prevent TB: management of TB infection (English, French and Spanish)

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The app still offers the same comprehensive range of courses from The Union, equipping you and your team with the skills to effectively treat and manage tuberculosis – using the latest insights from leading experts around the world.

The Union Free Online Courses: Online course for chest radiograph interpretation for diagnostics of TB in adults (English) Drug-resistant tuberculosis: from clinical to programmatic (English) Course on tobacco cessation for health care professionals (French) Online course on the management of child and adolescent tuberculosis (English) How to develop a research grant proposal (English) Interpretation of CXR in children with presumptive TB (English) Interpretation of CXR in adults (French)

The Union has three official journals: >> The International Journal of Tuberculosis and Lung Disease, IJTLD - the leading peer-reviewed journal dedicated to lung health worldwide. >> IJTLD Open - The Union's new Open Access journal for the latest research on TB and lung diseases including asthma, COVID-19 and COPD. >> Public Health Action - the latest operational research on health systems.

This online course from The Union will provide researchers with the relevant knowledge and skills to be able to plan, design, and write grants in their own right. It is available to all audiences as an asynchronous online learning option with a mix of educational units of about 20 min each. A variety of engaging activities such as polls, quizzes, small case studies, multiple-choice questions are used to support learner engagement.

The Union World Conference on Lung Health brings together researchers, practitioners, advocates, policymakers and communities from around the world to share knowledge, exchange ideas and accelerate progress in lung health. Rio de Janeiro, Brazil; 17–20 November 2026 Please refer to the website for registrations, program information and key dates

This webinar looks at the latest in Zoonotic TB and the concept of One Health.

This webinar recording explores mycobacterial diagnostic tools and their applications in TB prevention and treatment. Learn to effectively use and interpret TSTs, IGRAs, and cultures for diagnosing LTBI and active TB disease. Case studies will highlight real-world challenges and best practices for leveraging these tools in clinical practice.

The purpose of this program is to encourage the development of researchers in child health by awarding small grants to new researchers, helping them gain a foothold in this important area. The goal is to fund applicants who will go on to be independent investigators. The Fund will make up to 32 awards total with two funding cycles (16 awards each).

TB in pregnancy poses serious risks to both mother and fetus if not promptly diagnosed and managed. This webinar recirding covers key aspects of TB diagnosis, treatment, and complications during pregnancy. Participants will also be introduced to the TB Pregnancy Toolkit and other resources to support effective care for pregnant patients.

University of California San Francisco (UCSF) Center for Tuberculosis offers education, training, research support, and program development resources for healthcare professionals and public health providers. Please explore the website for more details.

This is an archived collection of past webinars from the UCSF Curry International TB Center. Recordings and materials are available for reference and continued learning for researchers and clinicians.