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REAL Positions Available, Palliative Care Division, Emory School of Medicine

The palliative care division of the School of Medicine are seeking research assistants for a number of studies in progress with a range of designs, disease types, and student roles.

Research assistants in the palliative care division gain hands-on experience on clinical trials, observational studies and qualitative research projects. The palliative care team’s research areas of focus include 1) identifying the needs of people living with serious illness and their family members, 2) comparing systems-based interventions for delivering palliative care, and 3) exploring how social determinants of health affect choices and outcomes in serious illness and end of life. Research assistants work with faculty and staff on a range of tasks, including screening patient charts to identify potential study participants, recruitment and data collection, in-depth interviews, and data coding and analysis. 

Human research experience is welcome but not required. Strong organization and communication skills are essential. Students may have opportunities to present or publish work regionally or nationally. 

For more information and to apply, please click here


PhD Application Bootcamp 2023

Category : News/Events

Hosted by the Gangarosa Department of Environmental Health and Environmental Sciences PhD program.

Applying to graduate school can be equal parts exciting and stressful. Our goal with a PhD application bootcamp is to take some of the mystery and anxiety out of the process, so that students can focus on developing their strongest graduate application.

The PhD Application Bootcamp is designed to help students complete each part of the application process, starting with deciding which PhD program is right for them, assisting with development of their personal statement and resume, as well as fine-tuning their interview skills. Students will also explore the expectations of a PhD and consider the diversity of career options for PhD graduates.

Session I: Is a PhD right for me? When: September 20; 6:00p Where: Virtual (Zoom)

Session II: Navigating a PhD When: October 12; 6:00p Where: Virtual (Zoom)

Session III: Writing your personal statement, resume, letters of recommendation
When: October 26, 6:00p Where: In-Person (TBD)

Session IV: Broadening the career path in PhD training
When: November 16; 6:00p
Where: Virtual (Zoom)

Session V: Next steps, whether you received an interview, or not When: January 10; 6:00p
Where: Virtual (Zoom) *Opportunity to schedule a mock interview with Dr. Caudle

Session VI: Deciding on a program When: March 13; 6:00p
Where: Virtual (Zoom)

To register for the workshop, please email Dr. Mike Caudle (wcaudle@emory .edu)


Maternal and Child Health Policy Workshop

Category : News/Events

September 22nd, 2023 10:30am – 5:00pm

Presented by HMHBGA and Georgia Watch

Georgia Watch and HMHBGA are partnering to provide this all day workshop to students with an academic focus on maternal and child health in Georgia. We hope to empower students to be more engaged with policy solutions to solve the ongoing maternal mortality crisis in the state. We aim to bring students from different backgrounds together with community organizations and policy experts to address maternal and child health disparities.

This event is informed by Georgia Watch’s Civic Advocacy Training and HMHBGA Maternal and Infant health expertise. We are thrilled to partner with Morehouse School of Medicine – Center for Maternal Health Equity and Emory Rollins School of Public Health – Maternal and Child Health Center of Excellence to bring this to students in our state.

For more information — including a detailed itinerary — and to register, please click here.


Applications Open, Global Complex Humanitarian Emergencies Certificate

The Center for Humanitarian Emergencies would like to remind you that the deadline for applications to the CHE Certificate Program is fast approaching! Applications are due September 22nd at 5PM. 

The certificate combines the teaching and research strength of Emory University with the applied technical skills of the CDC’s Emergency Response and Recovery Branch. The Certificate Program is available to qualified Rollins students and to other Emory graduate schools on a case-by-case basis.

Ideal candidates for this graduate certificate are students who:

  • Want to work overseas in emergency and post emergency settings as their career
  • Have international development and/or relevant field experience in resource poor settings
  • Are committed to building practical field epidemiological skills for resource poor settings

We welcome first-year students from all RSPH departments with an interest in humanitarian emergencies to apply. Attached you will find the application along with more information below. We look forward to reading your application!

Additional resources:

To apply, please email the application as a word document (NOT pdf) to  ERCT [at] cdc [dot] gov with the subject line: 2023 CHE Certificate Application.


New Data Science Certificate Program (Fall 2024)

Data Science Certificate (Officially begins at RSPH in Fall 2024)

The rise of data science has driven advances in technology across almost all areas of our life, including health. Modern computational tools give us the ability to manage, process, and analyze data on previously unthinkable scales. Recent advances in statistics and machine learning allow us to glean new insights for these data. These new advances demand an innovative approach to training public health practitioners of the future. Trainees should be equipped with a skill set that allows them to address challenges raised by modern approaches to data collection and analysis. Trainees must also be equipped with an understanding of the challenges, limitations, and ethical implications of these novel approaches. Students in the Data Science Certificate program at RSPH will be trained to meet the needs of a rapidly advancing health research field. Pursuing data science training within a top public health school will allow students to see how modern data science can be used towards advancing the public good, rather than increasing corporate profits.

This certificate will be available for MPH & MSPH degree candidates in all departments at the Rollins School of Public Health at Emory University. There are no pre-requisite courses for the Certificate. 1st year RSPH students may take courses in their 1st year within the Data Science Certificate which will be counted toward the certificate when it officially begins in Fall 2024.

Please refer to the Data Science Certificate Website at https://sph.emory.edu/academics/certificates/data-science/index.html

If you are interested in pursuing the Data Science Certificate, please complete the Declaration of Intent at https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSeUl_DkWgvkCArIQhroUVey7- h1UxWtQl2euSYhNNxi0Io8xQ/viewform


Preventing and Conquering Burnout this Semester

Category : PROspective

As we begin this school year, you may be excited to take on all of your different classes, jobs, internships, and life responsibilities. At the same time, you might be feeling concerned or stressed about juggling all of them, and wondering how you will ever do it. Developing good habits to take care of yourself is not only essential for your overall well-being, but also a key strategy to stay on top of your responsibilities and prevent burnout. And if burnout does rear its head, knowing how to navigate it is just as crucial. Let’s explore some effective strategies to deal with burnout if does arise.

Creating Good Habits to Prevent Burnout:

1. Prioritize Self-Care: In all the hustle and bustle of student life, it’s easy to neglect self-care. Remember that taking care of your physical, mental, and emotional health is most important. Allocate time for activities that make you feel refreshed, relaxed, or accomplished – whether it’s reading, exercising, practicing mindfulness, or enjoying hobbies. Self-care is not a luxury — it’s a necessity.

2. Set Realistic Boundaries: The demands of school, work, and life can be all-consuming. Establishing clear boundaries between work and personal life is crucial. Designate specific times for studying, research, and relaxation. Create a schedule that allows for focused work periods and regular breaks. This practice not only prevents burnout but can also increase your overall productivity.

3. Stay Connected: Being isolated can only make you feel worse. Staying connected with your peers, professors, and mentors. If you don’t know where to find people with similar interests, you can start by checking the Corq app (or The Hub) to find dozens of upcoming events that cover a wide range of topics and clubs.  Creating a support system here at Emory will do wonders for your mental health, and you will see the benefits of this in other areas of your life as well.

5. Quality Sleep and Nutrition: Sleep and nutrition directly impact your energy and well-being. Prioritize getting enough restful sleep and maintaining a balanced diet. These basic practices fuel your ability to cope with the demands of academia.

Navigating Burnout:

1. Recognize the Signs: Burnout often starts subtly – increased exhaustion, reduced motivation, and a growing sense of stress and cynicism. Recognize these signs early on to take action before burnout takes over.

2. Seek Help and Support: Don’t hesitate to reach out for help. Talk to friends, family, mentors, or counseling services provided by your institution. Sharing your feelings and seeking advice can provide much-needed relief and perspective. Emory offers excellent mental healthcare, including free telehealth therapy for eligible students with the TimelyCare app. You can learn more about some of those resources here

3. Reevaluate Goals: Reflect on your goals, both academic and personal. Are they realistic and attainable? Adjusting your expectations can alleviate the pressure contributing to burnout.

4. Practice Self-Compassion: Be kind to yourself. Recognize that burnout is a common challenge, not a personal failure. Treat yourself with the same compassion you would offer a friend facing a difficult situation.

5. Take Breaks: Sometimes, stepping back is the best step forward. If burnout is looming, take a day off to recharge. Engage in activities you enjoy, spend time with loved ones, or simply relax.

7. Learn and Grow: Use burnout as a learning opportunity. Reflect on its causes and triggers. This self-awareness can help you develop strategies to prevent its recurrence in the future.

By prioritizing your well-being, nurturing good habits, and staying attentive to the signs of burnout, you can achieve success while safeguarding your mental and physical health. Remember, taking care of yourself is an investment that pays off not only in your academic journey, but in all areas of your life. So, take a deep breath, embrace healthy habits, and navigate the challenges of grad school with resilience and self-compassion.


Epidemiologic Research Fellowship, EPA

Category : Alumni

*Applications may be reviewed on a rolling-basis and this posting could close before the deadline. Click here for information about the selection process.

EPA Office/Lab and Location: A research opportunity is available at the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), Office of Research and Development (ORD), Center for Public Health Environmental Assessment (CPHEA), Health & Environmental Effects Assessment Division (HEEAD) located in Research Triangle Park, North Carolina. HEEAD is responsible for scientific assessment activities related to the health effects of air pollutants within the Integrated Science Assessments (ISA). These assessments provide the scientific foundation for EPA policy and regulatory decisions as it relates to the National Ambient Air Quality Standards (NAAQS; https://www.epa.gov/criteria-air-pollutants/process-reviewing-national-ambient-air-quality-standards).

Research Project: This research training opportunity is suited for an epidemiologist who is interested in policy and science translation and/or is seeking an opportunity to contribute to high impact policy relevant research and science assessments in support of EPA’s mission to protect human health and the environment.

Under the guidance of a mentor, the research participant may be engaged in one or more of the following training opportunities:

  • Applying systematic review methods to epidemiologic data, including development and application of literature search and screening strategies, study evaluation, data extraction, and synthesis of health effects evidence within (e.g., epidemiology) and across (e.g., epidemiology, experimental toxicology, mechanistic information) lines of evidence for biological plausibility and causality determinations.
  • Developing and applying the skills needed to prepare the ISAs. These may include participation as a section author or coauthor, i.e., reviewing and analyzing epidemiologic data to conduct qualitative and quantitative assessments of health effects associated with exposure to various air pollutants, including nitrogen dioxide (NO2).
  • Developing analyses to support logical, credible health assessment documents that reflect current scientific principles and risk assessment methodologies.
  • Evaluating study quality for epidemiologic studies and identification of critical studies and effects for use in human health assessment.
  • Summarizing and extracting epidemiologic study information, and evaluation of concentration- or exposure-response relationships from epidemiologic data.
  • Synthesizing and communicating various kinds of scientific information in health assessments.
  • Identifying and researching cross-cutting scientific issues that arise in EPA risk assessment, such as application of methodologies and procedures for calculations.
  • Devising scientific approaches for CPHEA’s ISA process and interacting with EPA scientists to improve risk assessment methodologies.
  • Conduct independent epidemiological research projects, with guidance from an EPA mentor, and author peer-reviewed publications based on this work.

Learning ObjectivesThe research participant will have the opportunity to learn approaches for the evaluation, analysis, and integration of epidemiologic evidence on the health effects of environmental pollutant exposures that inform EPA’s scientific assessments. The research participant will have the opportunity to be involved in a variety of projects that can include qualitative or quantitative analyses of epidemiologic study findings and data. The participant will gain understanding of how scientific evidence is integrated to create policy-relevant assessments and how those assessments ultimately inform EPA’s decision-making processes.

The research participant will have the opportunity to interact with scientific staff in HEEAD and potentially scientists from other EPA Centers or Offices, in the evaluation of epidemiologic evidence. The research participant will have opportunities to conduct quantitative or qualitative analyses that will contribute to EPA scientific assessments and potentially result in peer-reviewed publications. Through this process the research participant would learn about systematic review in the context of science assessments, risk assessment (e.g., hazard identification, mode of action analysis, dose-response analysis), and new computational tools being utilized in evidence analysis.

Mentor(s): The mentor for this opportunity is Evan Coffman (coffman [dot] evan [at] epa [dot] gov). If you have questions about the nature of the research please contact the mentor.

Anticipated Appointment Start Date: September 1, 2023.  All start dates are flexible and vary depending on numerous factors. Click here for detailed information about start dates.

Appointment Length: The appointment will initially be for one year and may be renewed up to three or four additional years upon EPA recommendation and subject to availability of funding.

Level of Participation: The appointment is full-time.

Participant Stipend: The participant will receive a monthly stipend commensurate with educational level and experience. Click here for detailed information about full-time stipends.

EPA Security Clearance: Completion of a successful background investigation by the Office of Personnel Management (OPM) is required for an applicant to be on-boarded at EPA.

ORISE Information: This program, administered by ORAU through its contract with the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) to manage the Oak Ridge Institute for Science and Education (ORISE), was established through an interagency agreement between DOE and EPA. Participants do not become employees of EPA, DOE or the program administrator, and there are no employment-related benefits. Proof of health insurance is required for participation in this program. Health insurance can be obtained through ORISE.

ORISE offers all ORISE EPA graduate students and Postdocs a free 5 year membership to the National Postdoctoral Association (NPA).

The successful applicant(s) will be required to comply with Environmental, Safety and Health (ES&H) requirements of the hosting facility, including but not limited to, COVID-19 requirements (e.g. facial covering, physical distancing, testing, vaccination).

Questions: Please see the FAQ section of our website. After reading, if you have additional questions about the application process please email ORISE [dot] EPA [dot] ORD [at] orau [dot] org and include the reference code for this opportunity.

Qualifications

The qualified candidate should have received a a master’s or doctoral degree in one of the relevant fields, or be currently pursuing the degree with completion before the appointment start date. Degree must have been received within five years of the appointment start date.

Preferred skills:
  • Experience in epidemiologic analysis
  • Knowledge of systematic review methods
  • Quantitative epidemiological experience
  • Measurement and/or modeling of human health exposure data experience
  • Knowledge of biostatistics
  • Experience in critical evaluation of published literature

For more information and to apply, please click here.


Gender Specialist Research Associate, Johns Hopkins Bloomberg School of Public Health

Category : Alumni

Research Associate – Gender Specialist

School: Bloomberg School of Public Health
Department: International Health
Supervisors:
Rosemary Morgan, Associate Scientist, Health Systems Program
Anna Kalbarczyk, Assistant Scientist, Global Disease Epidemiology and Control Program

General summary/purpose:

Assist with the coordination, implementation, and evaluation of the Gender and Health Summer Institute. Identify new funding opportunities in global gender and health teaching, training, and research and support application development and submission. Provide technical assistance on gender and health related projects which could include research and program implementation.

Project Description

The Gender and Health Summer Institute provides training in gender and health with a particular focus on applied methods, including gender analysis, using data to promote gender equity and health, gender transformative interventions, conducting gender assessments, conducting secondary analysis of data to support gender analyses, gender and monitoring and evaluation, organizational change and leadership, creating an enabling environment for gender integration, advocacy and communication for gender equity, and gender-based violence research methods. Gender as applied to public health is a burgeoning field, and many NGOs have specific gender specialist positions.

We maintain a portfolio of gender and health research and programs which we are looking to grow. Current areas of research include but are not limited to the role of gender in COVID, service delivery, nutrition, RMNCAHN, immunization, and women’s leadership.

Specific duties & Responsibilities:

Specific duties and responsibilities include, but are not limited to, the following.

• Coordination activities include:
o Support Institute faculty in identifying course material, generating their course

sites, and other administration as needed.
o Support the development and submission of new course applications.
o Plan, attend, and take notes on relevant Institute meetings.
o Design and implement a communications plan to ensure global promotion of the

Institute.
o Support Institute applicants and respond to internal and external queries.
o Coordinate the Institute’s scholarship initiative.
o Maintain the Institute website.
o Regularly search for and share new funding opportunities in global gender and

health.

o Support the preparation and submission of funding applications. This may include conducting rapid literature reviews to inform proposed activities, soliciting and organizing documents from partners, drafting proposal sections, and preparing documents for submission.

o Coordinate international partner meetings and program implementation activities.

• Scholarly product development and activities include:
o Develop tools and processes to conduct monitoring and evaluation of the

Institute.
o Conduct research as needed based on newly funded applications. This may

include conducting desk reviews, qualitative research, quantitative research,

data analysis, and synthesis.
o Assist in the development of manuscripts and other dissemination products. o Prepare workplans and progress reports for funders.

Minimum qualifications (mandatory): Master’s degree in related field. Additional education may substitute for required experience, to the extent permitted by the JHU equivalency formula.

Preferred qualifications: At least 1-2 years of experience working with diverse teams.

Special knowledge, skills, and abilities: The candidate should have an interest in and be familiar with gender in relation to global health and should be able to express how health equity is affected by issues in this area. Experience with Microsoft Word and referencing software. Experience with literature reviews, qualitative research, quantitative and mixed methods preferred.

Proposed work schedule and location: This is a full-time faculty position at the Johns Hopkins Bloomberg School of Public Health. We welcome virtual candidates with consistent access to strong internet connections. Our team maintains flexible work schedules based on the ebb and flow of ongoing and emerging projects. We expect a teammate to be flexible but most importantly, responsive. Candidates must be eligible to work in the U.S.

Annual starting salary is anticipated at $65,000.

How to apply: Applicants should upload a 1) a statement of interest including the names of 3 references and 2) a resume/curriculum vitae to this Dropbox link: https://www.dropbox.com/reques t/cPT5rEl4U0MyEZlPBtuP

All materials should be uploaded by September 06, 2023 at 11:59 PM EST.


Evaluation Specialist, CDC Division of Reproductive Health

Category : Alumni

About the Role

We are seeking an Evaluation Specialist to provide evaluation support services to the Field Services Branch of the Division of Reproductive Health at the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). 

Responsibilities

  • Support evaluation efforts through information gathering, report generation, and data analysis. 
  • Conduct assessments and analysis of programs and data to increase effectiveness and efficiencies. 
  • Apply expertise in qualitative and/or quantitative analysis to support the design and implementation of evaluation processes. 
  • Use analytical reports to help refine and redefine program strategies.
  • Support team and branch to measure program impact and activities. 
  • Develop and coordinate strategic integration of evaluation processes into program activities. 
  • Oversee performance report design and generation and communication and integration of findings into current strategies. 
  • Lead design and implementation of evaluation and effectiveness systems, measuring program impact and activities. 
  • Create a structure for a range of support services needed for content analysis, quantitative tracking, and qualitative assessment. Uses tools such as surveys, focus groups, structured interviews, and secondary research. 
  • Oversee multi-faceted evaluation and monitoring program area. 
  • Lend support in building and sustaining successful cross-team management structure, managing integration of evaluation processes into crosscutting program activities. 
  • Meet with client to relay progress, propose creative solutions to work challenges, and establish priorities; discuss progress, propose initiatives, and establish priorities. 
Requirements

Required Experience and Skills

  • At least 3 years of related professional experience with direct experience in evaluation. 
  • Knowledge of the principles, concepts, research methods, and techniques of public health evaluation. 
  • Highly detail-oriented, with the ability to work well within a diverse team, demonstrate a high degree of initiative and flexibility to adapt to shifting priorities. 
  • Ability to communicate effectively in a positive and professional manner.
  • Ability to prioritize activities when under tight deadlines.
  • Experience working at CDC or in a public health setting preferred.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office suite.
  • Effective organization skills.
  • Ability to obtain a government clearance.

Education and Training

  • Master’s degree in public health or related field. 

Physical Requirements

  • Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer. May need to lift 25 pounds occasionally.

Who We Are

Tanaq Support Services strives to deeply understand and analyze our clients’ vision, needs, and requirements so we may provide alternative solutions, empowering them to choose the best resolution. We aim to achieve excellence by delivering on our commitments to our clients, employees, and partners.

TSS is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer and participates in E-Verify. All employment decisions are based on merit, qualifications, and abilities. We welcome and encourage diversity in our workforce. Our policies provide equal employment opportunity to all employees and qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, disability, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, transgender status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other protected characteristic under federal, state, or local laws. For individuals with disabilities who would like to request an accommodation, please contact us for assistance.

To view more job opportunities with us and apply, please visit 

https://recruiting.paylocity.com/recruiting/jobs/All/a4712c9f-f074-40e8-9a14-bee06660bd81/Tanaq-Support-Services-LLC   


Fellowship with Fellows

Category : News/Events

Hear from Health and Policy Management Alumni about their journey to kick starting their Public Health Careers with Fellowships

Interested in becoming a C-Suite level Healthcare Executive?

An Administrative Fellowship is the perfect way to start.

Attend this Virtual Lunch and Learn to hear from recent Emory Alumni about their path to becoming the next generation’s top healthcare leaders. Hear from current Administrative Fellows and Healthcare Consultants on how to land a fellowship, leverage your MPH degree, and harness relationships to be successful in this lucrative industry.

Alumni Panelists

  • Dana Harvey: Administrative Fellow | UPMC Health Services Division |Health Policy Management, 2022|
  • Phyllis Elliott: Administrative Fellow | Atrium Health WakeForest Baptist | Health Policy Management, 2022
  • Tumi Akin-Sodipo: Administrative Fellow | Massachusetts General Hospital | Health Policy Management, 2022
  • Marcus Strickland: Administrative Fellow | Duke University Health System | Health Policy Management, 2022

Date: Thursday, August 31st Time: 12 Noon
Location: Virtual

For more information and to register, click here.


Upcoming Events

  • GCDTR Seminar Series Presents: "Utilizing Genomics to Study the Role of Ancestry in Racial Disparities" May 6, 2024 at 12:00 am – 1:00 am Guest Lecture Event Type: Guest LectureSeries: HybridSpeaker: Melissa B. Davis, PhDContact Name: Wendy GillContact Email: wggill@emory.eduRoom Location: RRR_R809Link: https://tinyurl.com/Melissa-Davis"Utilizing Genomics to Study the Role of Ancestry in Racial Disparities"
  • 2024 Charles C. Shepard Award Symposium May 8, 2024 at 12:00 pm – 1:15 pm zoom.us… Online Location: https://zoom.us/j/96537866614The Charles C. Shepard Award is given to thegraduating masters student who is deemed bythe faculty to have prepared the most scholarlyresearch paper. Please join us to recognize andcelebrate this year’s finalists who will present aposter of their work.
  • RSPH Staff Council Presents: Cheers and Beers - Schoolhouse Edition May 16, 2024 at 5:00 pm – 8:00 pm Networking and Special Event Event Type: Networking,Special EventContact Name: Staff CouncilContact Email: rsphstaffcouncil@emory.eduRSPH staff and post-docs are invited to an evening of camaraderie and delicious bites, presented by the RSPH Staff Council. Space is limited. Watch your email for a link to RSVP.

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