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Who We Are
There is still much to learn about the dynamics of violence. The UC Davis Centers for Violence Prevention is an industry-leading interdisciplinary program of violence research. Our work proves to be perpetually relevant as the United States experiences significant rates of violence. Our team consists of a dedicated group of individuals committed to conducting collaborative and rigorous research that contributes to advancements in public health, and serves all programs within UC Davis Centers for Violence Prevention.
Our Research Programs
Violence Prevention Research Program
VPRP is an industry-leading program of violence research and policy development.
California Firearm Violence Research Center
The CA FVRC is the first state-funded center for firearm violence research.
Benefits at Centers for Violence Prevention
We want our team members to thrive — in and outside of their working hours. That’s why the University of California (UC) package is one of the most generous in the industry, offering benefits beyond health and welfare.
Join Our Team
At CVP, we address violence as a complex public health issue that demands thoughtful, evidence-informed solutions from multiple perspectives. California plays a key role in advancing this work, with its unique data environment, sustained funding, and strong public commitment to prevention.
While our headquarters in Sacramento connects us to policy-making at the state level, many of our roles offer the flexibility to work remotely.
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We are Hiring!
Postdoctoral Fellowship in Violence Prevention Research
The Centers for Violence Prevention (CVP) invite applications for one or more postdoctoral fellowships in violence prevention research. Recognizing that violence prevention is an expansive and multi-disciplinary field, we welcome outstanding investigators whose work addresses the causes, consequences, and prevention of multiple forms of interpersonal and self-directed violence in the United States. Fellows will collaborate on existing research projects and lead studies and grant proposals of their own initiative, all with support and mentoring by core CVP faculty.
The fellowship may be in-person, hybrid, or remote. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis through June 15, 2025 or until the position is filled.
Position description, qualifications, and application requirements and instructions are available here: CVP Postdoc Announcement 2025.pdf