Associate Research Fellowships at Ibis Reproductive Health: Advancing Evidence for Sexual and Reproductive Justice | Salary: $90,000–$96,000

Introduction

A growing body of public health research continues to show that access to sexual and reproductive health services is shaped not only by clinical availability, but also by policy, technology, economics, and social inequities. Within this evolving landscape, Ibis Reproductive Health stands out as a research-driven organization working to strengthen evidence, inform policy, and improve access to care worldwide.

The organization is currently offering Associate Research Fellow positions designed for early-career researchers or recent PhD graduates. These roles combine rigorous academic research with real-world impact, particularly in abortion access, telehealth innovation, and transgender and gender-diverse health.

About the Organization

Ibis Reproductive Health is an international nonprofit focused on advancing sexual and reproductive autonomy through evidence-based research and collaboration. Working across multiple countries, the organization partners with communities, advocates, and policymakers to generate data that supports meaningful change.

Its approach emphasizes participatory research—where affected communities are involved in shaping the questions, methods, and use of findings. This ensures that research is not only academically strong but also socially relevant and ethically grounded.

Fellowship Overview

The Associate Research Fellowships are structured as one-year appointments, with the possibility of renewal for a second year depending on funding. These positions are intended to function similarly to postdoctoral roles, offering mentorship, publication opportunities, and professional development.

Fellows are expected to contribute across the full research cycle, including:

• Study design and methodological development
• Data collection and statistical analysis
• Interpretation and dissemination of findings
• Grant writing and donor reporting
• Collaboration with multidisciplinary research teams

The roles also involve leadership responsibilities, including project coordination, staff supervision, and partnership management.

Key Research Areas

The fellowship is divided into two distinct but interconnected research portfolios:

1. Telehealth and Insurance Coverage in Abortion Care

This stream focuses on how technology and policy shape access to reproductive healthcare. Key areas include:

• Telehealth and digital health tools in abortion and contraception services
• Patient experience and service quality in remote care models
• Legal and regulatory barriers affecting digital reproductive health access
• Insurance coverage and reimbursement systems for abortion care
• Financial barriers and out-of-pocket costs for patients

This work is especially relevant in contexts where geographic or financial constraints limit access to in-person healthcare services.

2. Transgender and Gender-Diverse Health & Clinical Research

The second portfolio focuses on expanding knowledge and improving care for transgender and gender-diverse populations. It includes:

• Sexual and reproductive health needs and experiences of TGD individuals
• Barriers to care, including discrimination and provider knowledge gaps
• Contraception and abortion preferences in gender-diverse populations
• Development of community-informed educational and clinical materials
• Clinical trial research on medication abortion regimens, including comparative outcomes

A major component of this work includes a randomized clinical trial comparing different medication abortion approaches to strengthen clinical guidance under evolving regulatory conditions.

Candidate Profile and Expectations

The fellowship seeks highly skilled researchers with strong quantitative expertise and experience in mixed-methods research. Ideal candidates typically have:

• Advanced training in public health, epidemiology, demography, or related fields
• Experience managing complex research projects
• Strong statistical skills using tools such as R or STATA
• Exposure to qualitative research methods and software
• Ability to work across multiple concurrent projects
• Experience with collaborative, community-based research
• Strong academic writing and publication experience

Leadership, adaptability, and the ability to work across diverse geographic and institutional settings are also essential.

Why These Fellowships Matter

These roles sit at the intersection of research and advocacy. The findings generated through these fellowships are not intended to remain in academic journals alone—they are designed to influence policy, improve clinical practice, and expand access to care.

Key impacts include:

• Improving telehealth systems for reproductive healthcare delivery
• Strengthening evidence around abortion access and insurance coverage
• Advancing healthcare equity for transgender and gender-diverse communities
• Supporting clinicians with clearer, evidence-based treatment options

By integrating rigorous research with real-world application, the fellowships contribute directly to shaping more equitable healthcare systems.

Conclusion

The Associate Research Fellow positions at Ibis Reproductive Health represent a unique opportunity for emerging researchers to engage in high-impact, policy-relevant work. With a strong emphasis on collaboration, methodological rigor, and social justice, these fellowships offer a platform for advancing both scientific knowledge and health equity.

For early-career researchers committed to reproductive health and rights, these roles provide not just professional development, but also the chance to contribute to transformative global change in healthcare access and autonomy.

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