An epidemiologist position is available at the National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health’s (NIOSH) Field Research Branch (FRB) in Cincinnati, Ohio.

Description

FRB is seeking an epidemiologist to conduct large-scale, in-depth studies examining the effects of workplace exposures on chronic health effects. Findings will contribute to protecting worker health through occupational health policies and recommendations for controlling hazards.

FRB epidemiologists have access to industry-specific and population-based epidemiologic data that include occupational cohort, cross-sectional, and case-control studies. FRB staff collaborate with university-based research groups and other government agencies permitting access to rich data from studies of a variety of workplace exposures and occupations, and linkage to cancer registries. Competitive intramural funding opportunities are open for researchers interested in proposing new studies within the NIOSH mission. Areas of focus in FRB include cancer, cardiovascular, reproductive health, and health inequity though epidemiologists with other research interests are encouraged to apply.

Qualifications and Desired Skills

Applicants must have a doctoral degree in epidemiology or occupational/environmental health or be within 1 year of graduation. This degree must be from an educational program from an accrediting body recognized by the U.S. Department of Education (https://www.ed.gov/accreditation) or equivalent at the time the degree was obtained. Candidates should be experienced in epidemiologic study design and data analysis and have excellent written and oral communication skills. Experience conducting chronic disease epidemiology studies, knowledge of SAS (or other statistical software), and prior publication of research in peer-reviewed journals are desired.

Other Information

• This is a full-time position offered as part of the CDC fellowship program under Title 42 of the U.S. Code.
• U.S. citizens, permanent residents, and non-U.S. citizens are eligible.
• CDC service fellows are considered federal employees with most of the rights and benefits provided to permanent employees, including government health and retirement benefits, telework, paid leave, and flexible schedules.
• This mechanism is not a postdoctoral fellowship; the incumbent will serve as principal investigator, and scientists of all ranks and seniority are invited to apply.
• The initial fellowship appointment will be for two years with potential for renewal.
• Salary will be based on education and experience.
• Applications will be considered on a rolling basis until the position is filled. The start date is negotiable.

Apply

To apply, please send a CV and one-page cover letter briefly describing your research interests and experience to: Michelle McKinley by email at oyu7 [at] cdc [dot] gov.  For questions about this position, please contact Christina C. Lawson, PhD, Epidemiology Team Leader, by email at clawson [at] cdc [dot] gov or phone (513) 841-4171.

To be considered for either position, please respond to the designated contact by February 28, 2020.

A research health scientist position is available at the National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health’s (NIOSH) Health Informatics Branch (HIB) in Cincinnati, Ohio.

Position Description 

HIB is seeking a research health scientist to conduct surveillance and surveillance research in a multidisciplinary unit of 35 dedicated individuals responsible for tracking work-related diseases, injuries and exposures; identifying new and emerging health and safety problems in the workplace; providing evidence that directs intervention and prevention activities; and monitoring the overall impact of occupational health research in the United States. HIB scientists use existing data sources collected by other organizations to develop national and state-based illness and hazard tracking systems to provide information about worker health to policymakers, researchers, practitioners, and the public.

HIB scientists have access to population-based survey data and occupational exposure data. This information is used to estimate the magnitude of occupational health and safety problems, determine the distribution of illnesses and injuries, and monitor changes in exposures and hazards in occupational settings at the state and national levels. HIB staff coordinate the collection and compilation of surveillance information with internal and external partners including university-based research groups and other government agencies. Competitive intramural funding opportunities are open for researchers interested in proposing new studies within the NIOSH mission.