Jennifer Pearson
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Fully Funded PhD in Social and Behavioral Health at University of Nevada Reno University of Nevada Reno in United States
Degree Level
PhD
Field of study
Public Health
Funding
The position is fully funded for four years as a Graduate Research Assistant, supported by a National Institute on Drug Abuse grant. It covers a monthly stipend (approx. $26,400/year for 20 hrs/week), full tuition, and fees up to 21 credits per academic year. Additional years may be funded if grant support continues.
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Expired
Country
United States
University
University of Nevada Reno
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About this position
The University of Nevada Reno School of Public Health is offering a fully funded PhD position in Social and Behavioral Health, starting Fall 2026. This opportunity is supported by a new grant from the National Institute on Drug Abuse and provides a four-year Graduate Research Assistantship (GRA) covering a monthly stipend and full tuition. The research focus is on tobacco and cannabis product regulations, public health outcomes, and behavioral responses to advertising and risk exposure, particularly among young adults who smoke cigarillos.
The successful candidate will join Dr. Jennifer Pearson’s research group, contributing to data collection, analysis, and manuscript writing. The position includes a weekly commitment of 20 hours, with responsibilities evolving from data collection and management in the first two years to analysis and manuscript preparation in later years. The GRA will earn approximately $26,400 per year and receive tuition and fee coverage for up to 21 credits annually. Additional funding may be available if grant support continues.
Applicants from all backgrounds and life experiences are encouraged to apply. Ideal candidates are curious, motivated, and interested in tobacco/cannabis policy, public health, and behavioral research. Prior research experience and a publication record are advantageous but not required. The application deadline is February 1, 2026, and candidates are encouraged to apply as soon as possible. For more details, review the full announcement and contact Dr. Jennifer Pearson at the University of Nevada Reno.
Funding details
The position is fully funded for four years as a Graduate Research Assistant, supported by a National Institute on Drug Abuse grant. It covers a monthly stipend (approx. $26,400/year for 20 hrs/week), full tuition, and fees up to 21 credits per academic year. Additional years may be funded if grant support continues.
What's required
Applicants should be deeply curious and sincerely motivated to pursue a career in tobacco or cannabis research. Preferred candidates have research experience and a strong interest in tobacco/cannabis policy, public health, and behavioral studies. All backgrounds and life experiences are encouraged to apply. Experience with research studies and publication record is a plus. No specific GPA or language test requirements are mentioned.
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Professors
Associate Professor
United States
Research Interests
Advertising
Health Economics
Smoking Cessation
Substance Use
Alcohol Use
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