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Third annual workshop, Emerging Data Science Methods for Complex Biomedical and Cyber Data

Category : News/Events

March 16 -17, 2023

Georgia Cyber Center Hull McKnight Building                      

100 Grace Hopper Lane, Augusta, GA

The Division of Biostatistics and Data Science in the Department of Population Health Sciences in the Medical College of Georgia and the School of Computer and Cyber Sciences at Augusta University are organizing the third annual workshop on “Emerging Data Science Methods for Complex Biomedical and Cyber Data”. The goal of this two-day workshop is to educate and empower graduate students, postdoctoral fellows, and early career researchers and faculty members with emerging statistical methods to address the complex data arising from various fields, in particular, from biomedical and cyber sciences. 

The workshop will be in the form of specific research overviews and lectures provided by leading experts in the current respective topic areas. A poster session and a five-minute oral presentation session will be held respectively during the first and second day of the workshop. A limited number of posters and 5-minute presentations will be selected for poster/presentation awards by a panel of judges. 

Invited Speakers:

Dr. Gagan Agrawal, Augusta University

Dr. Sandrine Dudoit, University of California, Berkeley

Dr. James B D Joshi, University of Pittsburgh

Dr. Murat Kantarcioglu, University of Texas at Dallas

Dr. Xihong Lin, Harvard University

Dr. Bani Mallick, Texas A&M University

Dr. Xiao-Li Meng, Harvard University

Dr. Aditya Prakash, Georgia Institute of Technology

Dr. Elizabeth Slate, Florida State University

With the NSF support, we are able to provide travel awards to undergraduate students to attend the workshop; and we are also able to provide travel awards to graduate students and postdoctoral fellows to either present posters or to give five-minute oral presentations on their respective research closely related to the theme of this workshop.  Travel Award application deadline is extended to February 10th, 2023.  

For more information and to register, please visit https://www.augusta.edu/mcg/dphs/workshop3/. Early registration (by March 1st, 2023) is strongly encouraged because of space limits.  Registration fee will be higher if paid on or after March 1st, 2023.  

The workshop is financially supported by the National Science Foundation and the Augusta University Senior Vice President Office for Research, and co-sponsored by the American Statistical Association (ASA) Georgia Chapter, Institute of Mathematical Statistics (IMS), and the Southern Regional Council on Statistics (SRCOS).

 

Summer Internship Program, NIH

Category : Student Opportunities

The NIH Summer Internship Program is currently open for applications. This is a fantastic opportunity for students at almost any level (undergrad/grad/medical) to gain paid experience in research. Details are at the links below. 

2023 Guidelines for the Summer Internship Program (SIP) 

  • Student eligibility requirements can be found here:

SIP website: https://www.training.nih.gov/programs/sip  

  • Students must apply through the OITE application system and meet eligibility requirements (per NIH guidelines).  
  • We accept candidates who are full-time students at the time of application.  Students who have graduated and are matriculating at the next level of education are still eligible.
  • Students who have already participated in the Summer Internship Program for 2 years are NOT eligible to intern at NIEHS in 2023.
  • The NIEHS SIP has a minimum duration of 8 weeks and a maximum of 12 weeks.  Start dates for 2023 will be May 15th, May 22nd, and June 5th.  

The Notice of NIH’s Interest in Diversity specifically addresses how experiences such as SIP are not equally available to all students: “In spite of tremendous advancements in scientific research, information, educational and research opportunities are not equally available to all. NIH encourages institutions to diversify their student and faculty populations to enhance the participation of individuals from groups that are underrepresented in the biomedical, clinical, behavioral and social sciences…”

Program Director, NCI Epidemiology and Genomics Research Program

Category : Alumni

The Epidemiology and Genomics Research Program (EGRP) in the National Cancer Institute’s (NCI) Division of Cancer Control and Population Sciences (DCCPS) welcomes applications from researchers with training and experience in cancer epidemiology or related epidemiologic specialty areas (such as environmental or genetic epidemiology).

APPLICATION SUBMISSION

For more information and to apply, visit the links below, open January 18 through January 27, 2023.

Delegated Examining (Open to the Public)

• GS-12/13/14 Health Scientist Administrator (Program Officer/Scientific Review Officer) Merit Promotion (Open to Status Candidates)

• GS-12/13/14 Health Scientist Administrator (Program Officer/Scientific Review Officer)

ABOUT EGRP

EGRP supports research in human populations to understand determinants of cancer occurrence and outcomes and translate findings to clinical and public health interventions. Learn more about EGRP’s research areas and the active grants in EGRP’s portfolio.

POSITION DESCRIPTION

EGRP’s scientific staff are part of a scientifically energizing and collegial environment, with ample opportunities

to:

  • Manage a portfolio of research conducted at academic institutions across the United States and

    internationally on topics such as clinical, environmental, genomic, and nutritional epidemiology, as well as cancer survivorship;

  • Identify scientific gaps and opportunities in NCI’s research portfolio and develop novel research and funding priorities to cultivate a diverse portfolio of research;

  • Lead and participate in cross-disciplinary collaborations across NIH and in public, private, and academic sectors;

  • Develop national and international scientific programming (e.g., symposia, special journal issues and supplements, conferences, and workshops); and mentor fellows.

  • QUALIFICATIONS

    Qualified candidates will have a degree in epidemiology with expertise in cancer epidemiology or specialty areas of epidemiology as they relate to cancer research (e.g., environmental or genetic epidemiology). The candidate should have experience leading scientific projects, the ability to work effectively with a variety of transdisciplinary groups and organizations, experience working independently and collaboratively in scientific teams, excellent public speaking and writing abilities, and a track record of peer-reviewed publications. More information about educational requirements for various grades is available on https://www.opm.gov/policy- data-oversight/classification-qualifications/general-schedule-qualification-standards/#url=GS-PROF

ANNOUNCEMENT DETAILS

NCI Shady Grove is located in Rockville, MD.

The anticipated full-time position is based in Rockville, Maryland, and is classified as a GS 12/13/14 onwww.usajobs.gov. Excellent benefits will be provided. For more information about federal employment, seehttps://www.usajobs.gov/Help/working-in-government/. This announcement is for a career position within the US government and requires US citizenship. This position will be subject to a background investigation. Educational qualifications verified by official transcripts and submission of a Confidential Financial Disclosure OGE Form 450 will be required.

The United States Government does not discriminate in employment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy and gender identity), national origin, political affiliation, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, genetic information, age, membership in an employee organization, retaliation, parental status, military service, or other non-merit factor. Learn more.

CONTACT

For questions about the position, please contact nciEGRPjobs [at] mail [dot] nih [dot] gov.

Graduate Research Assistant, Georgia Center for Cancer Statistics

Category : Student Opportunities

Dr. Kevin Ward from the Department of Epidemiology is seeking a highly organized research assistant to help with tissue acquisition activities for a large prostate cancer study taking place in Georgia. Attention to detail is critical and some prior lab experience would be helpful, although it is not required. Dr. Ward leads the Georgia Cancer Registry (GCR). The GCR is participating in the largest ongoing recruitment study in the U.S. for African American prostate cancer patients. Approximately 4400 men are enrolled in the study to date in Georgia (recruitment is ongoing) and almost half of these men have authorized access to stored tissue from around the time of diagnosis. Tissue retrieval is underway with over 1000 specimens received and processed to date.

The research assistant’s primary responsibilities will include:

  • working with study staff to receive, log and de-identify tissue blocks from outside laboratories every week.

  • preparing required paperwork for the Winship Cancer Tissue & Pathology Shared Resource (CTPSR)

  • delivering de-identified blocks and pathology reports from RSPH to Winship CTPSR on a weekly basis

  • receiving sectioned slides from the Winship CTPSR as they are completed.

  • conducting quality control on the sectioned slides received and preparing shipping logs

    for outside processing partner (John Hopkins University – JHU)

  • packaging slides and de-identified pathology reports for weekly shipments to JHU

  • retrieving the original blocks from Winship CTPSR and returning them to RSPH

  • removing the de-identification labels from the blocks and preparing shipments of blocks

    back to the providing laboratories.

    This position requires on-campus work, pays $15.00/hour, and can support 10-20 hours per week. Work will be ongoing throughout the summer. Please email your resume to kward [at] emory [dot] edu if interested.

Pre-Doctoral and Post-Doctoral Fellowship Opportunities, UNC

Category : Alumni

The UNC Lineberger Comprehensive Cancer Center and the UNC Gillings School of Global Public Health are seeking candidates for pre-doctoral and post-doctoral fellowships in our Cancer Care Quality Training Program (CCQTP), a multidisciplinary research training program. We will have 2 pre-doctoral and 2 post-doctoral slots available for the grant year beginning on August 1, 2023. The application deadline is Friday, February 3, 2023.

The CCQTP is a NCI-funded T32 training program focused on processes of cancer care delivery, including quality, access, outcomes, financing, health disparities/equity, decision-making, patient-centeredness, and comparative and cost-effectiveness of oncology services.  Information about the program is available at:https://outcomes.unc.edu/ccqtp/overview/

Program activities and support include specialized curriculum, travel funds, and mentoring, in addition to a research stipend, tuition coverage and health insurance.  A list of faculty mentors is provided on the website. The application deadline is Friday, February 3, 2023.

 

  • Link to post-doctoral application and guidelines:

Scholarship Opportunity, Global Field Experience Financial Award

Category : Student Opportunities

The Global Field Experience Financial Award (GFEFA) is a unique scholarship offered by the Rollins School of Public Health. GFE Financial Awards provide supplemental funding to support Rollins students’ international summer field experiences in low- and middle-income countries. The scholarship was started to encourage students interested in global health to participate in supervised field training which will facilitate the transfer of classroom knowledge into practical experiences.

The planned timeline for the GFE Award is as follows:

2023 GFE Timeline

 

Event/Activity

This year (2023)

GFE Application Opens

Tuesday, January 17

Applications Due

Wed, March 1

Applications assigned and committee reviews

Thur, March 2- 16

Acceptance letters issued

Tues, March 21-24

If needed-Revise Resubmit due

Mon, Apr 3

Final award letters issued

Mon, Apr 10

Please note that the student will typically receive reward funds 6-9 weeks after they have provided the necessary account information and completed the Award Acceptance Agreement. The award is meant to supplement the student’s funds. The GFE Award will typically NOT cover all costs that the students will incur for the international project.

 You may see additional information on the GFE Financial Award program here:  https://www.sph.emory.edu/rollins-life/community-engaged-learning/global-field-experience/index.html

We look forward to working with you in the coming year to make this exciting scholarship available to the students.

If you have any questions or if you need more information, please email gclay [at] emory [dot] edu.

Epi Scholars Program, NYC Department of Health and Mental Hygiene

Category : Student Opportunities

Since 2007, the Epi Scholars Program has provided rigorous training in applied epidemiology to stellar graduate epidemiology students at the NYC Department of Health and Mental Hygiene (DOHMH).

The Epi Scholars program is committed to expanding the research capacities of urban health departments to improve population health, while providing a training ground for students to put theory and research into action and develop as future public health leaders.

The program offers graduate epidemiology & biostatistics students:

  • An allowance to defray expenses for a full-time 10-12 week summer internship at participating local health departments
  • Mentoring by some of the nation’s leading epidemiologists and researchers
  • Enhanced academic opportunities and seminars in methods, theory, and public health practice
  • Practical experience in statistical analysis using programs such as SAS®, SPSS®, STATA®, or SUDAAN®
  • Opportunities to present project findings to senior epidemiologists and their peers
  • Possibility of working on a publishable report/ thesis support
  • Opportunities to interact and collaborate with Epi Scholars and leading public health professionals at the NYC DOHMH

Epi Scholars program alumni have gone on to accomplish great things: present at significant public health conferences, pursue doctoral degrees and gain employment at the local and federal levels of government.

As a partnering school we are pleased to make this opportunity available to your top graduate epidemiology students. Selected students experience research in action and join the Epi Scholars program’s growing network of public health leaders in-the-making. 

  • Epi Scholars will accept applications for the Summer 2023 session from January 15 – February 15, 2023.
  • This is a full-time work opportunity. Selected interns are expected to be available for 35 hours per week during the regular workday of the program (e.g. 9-5 pm EST).

For consideration, applications must be submitted in full by the application deadline. A complete application includes:

  1. An electronic application
  2. A current cv/resume
  3. A personal statement/ essay
  4. A school transcript from your current institution (unofficial transcripts are accepted)
  5. One letter of recommendation and recommendation form

Attached, you will find information for students on how to submit an application. Feel free to share with the students.

For additional information:

We look forward to another great year of Epi Scholars and welcome any questions you may have. Please do not hesitate to contact us with your questions and concerns. 

Please note, since 1960, the NYC DOHMH has also hosted students through the HRTP: A Public Health Internship Program. We will also be accepting applications for our 2023 summer HRTP public health internship program from January 15 – February 15, 2023.

For applications and information about HRTP, please visit our website: www.nyc.gov/health/hrtp. Students may apply to both HRTP and Epi Scholars. If your student will apply to both programs, please direct the students to contact us at hrtp [at] health [dot] nyc [dot] gov.

Community Conversations: Emory Talks Climate Action

Category : News/Events

Emory University is undergoing a climate action planning and resilience assessment process led by the Emory Climate Action Task Force. To ensure the Task Force’s work is informed by the entire Emory community, Emory will host six Community Conversations this academic year to connect students, faculty, and staff across Emory University and Oxford College campuses to share climate action planning priorities. These Conversations will be hosted in various locations and at different times to enhance physical accessibility to the sessions.

These sessions are a key part of the University continuing progress toward pre-existing greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions reduction goals – 45% by 2030 and reaching net zero emissions by 2050, using a 2010 baseline – and upholding new commitments made by signing Second Nature’s Climate Commitment and by joining the United Nation’s Race to Zero campaign. Sign up to join a conversation using this registration link.  

All Emory community members, no matter your familiarity with Emory’s sustainability initiatives, are encouraged to register to join any of the upcoming Community Conversations:

  • Wednesday, January 25th: 11:00 am-12:30 pm Grace Crum Rollins building, 8th floor Rita Ann Rollins Room (room 860)
  • Wednesday, March 1st: 4:30-6:00 pm Campus Services, Building B, Training Room B
  • Friday, March 24th: 10:00-11:30 am Virtual session (registration required)
  • Thursday, April 6th: 2:00-3:30 pm Goizueta Foundation Center W525, W531

2023 Summer Scholarships Information Session

Category : News/Events

The Injury Prevention Research Center at Emory (IPRCE) is hosting an information session on Zoom on January 26 from 12pm-1pm regarding the following summer scholarship opportunities for injury prevention. Click here to register for the Zoom session, and email Stephanie Verna (stephanie [dot] verna [at] emory [dot] edu) if you have any questions. 

Summer Injury Research Fellowship (SIRF)

A ten-week paid summer internship providing students with opportunities to apply their public health skills to overdose prevention and transportation injury prevention in Georgia.

Scott Lilienfeld Injury Prevention Scholarship

Each summer, we award scholarships to assist and train students in injury prevention and control. The scholarship is designed to recognize, assist, and train students working on an injury or violence-related research or practice-based project.

 

Graduate Research Assistant, BSHES

Category : Student Opportunities

Job Title: Graduate Research Assistant (GRA) for Research

Hours per week: 15-20 hours/week

Position Type: Part-Time

Organization: Rollins School of Public Health

Operating Unit: Rollins School of Public Health

Department: Behavioral, Social, and Health Education Sciences

Position Description: This faculty member seeks to hire a Graduate Research Assistant for federally-funded cancer-related projects. Primary responsibilities may include: 

  • Program and monitor online data collection instruments
  • Data collection (i.e. REDCap, interviews) and data entry
  • Conduct data analyses of participant (caregivers of pediatric cancer survivors/young adult survivors) and survivorship clinic implementation data
  • Assist with mixed methods data analyses (e.g., creation of data tables, thematic analyses)
  • Assist with administrative research tasks (i.e., research related mailings)
  • Other tasks may include: attend research meetings and assist in report and manuscript writing.

Background: SurvivorLink is an electronic personal health record controlled by cancer survivors and their families that can help them manage their healthcare across their providers. On SurvivorLink, they can store their survivor healthcare plan and other key health documents, share health records with their provider and learn about the life-long healthcare needs of cancer survivors. This project is evaluating an educational and electronic personal health record for pediatric cancer survivors (SurvivorLink) among caregivers of pediatric and young adult survivors on return to follow-up cancer care at 12 pediatric cancer centers.

Minimum Qualifications: Highly motivated, efficient, organized, detail-oriented, and interested in or experience working on research projects.

Preferred Qualifications: Prior work experience and research preferred. Excellent written and verbal communication skills. Experience with Microsoft Office products and databases, especially Excel and REDCap, and online surveys. Experience with SPSS or SAS preferred.

Compensation:  $15/hour.

Start Date: as early as January 25, 2023

Application Deadline: February 6, 2023

(Applications will be screened as they arrive; positions may be filled prior to this deadline.)                                                                                                                              

Contact Information: Send resume and cover letter by email to:  

Cam Escoffery, PhD, MPH, CHES, cescoff [at] emory [dot] edu

Associate Professor

Rollins School of Public Health 

Victoria Krauss, MPH, vkrauss [at] emory [dot] edu 

Public Health Program Associate

Rollins School of Public Health

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