National Cancer Database (NCDB) Research Projects (Practicum) Opportunities

The Winship Research Informatics shared resource (WRI) at Winship Cancer Institute of Emory University is looking for second year MPH/ EMPH students who are interested in (Practicum) opportunities with National Cancer Database (NCDB) research projects.

The nationally recognized National Cancer Database (NCDB)—jointly sponsored by the American College of Surgeons and the American Cancer Society—is a clinical oncology database sourced from hospital registry data that are collected in more than 1,500 Commission on Cancer (CoC)-accredited facilities. NCDB data are used to analyze and track patients with
malignant neoplastic diseases, their treatments, and outcomes. Data represent more than 70 percent of newly diagnosed cancer cases nationwide and more than 34 million historical records.  https://www.facs.org/quality-programs/cancer/ncdb 

The projects provides valuable opportunities (which could also be counted towards the Practicum) for MPH/ EMPH students to gain practical experiences with getting familiarized with national cancer registry data, communications on research designs and analytic findings, statistical analyses, and understandings of research cycle of public health analyses. The research questions were proposed by clinicians from Winship Cancer Institute, aiming at evaluating the treatment outcomes of the latest cancer management strategy, consolidating effectiveness of treatments from previous case series reports, exploring incidence and epidemiology of rare cancers, etc. The projects are intended for abstract presentations such as
American Society of Clinical Oncology (ASCO) and American Society of Radiation Oncology (ASTRO) and journal submissions, so there are also plenty of authorship opportunities for conference abstracts and manuscripts for academic journals.
Requirements: Second year MPH/ EMPH students with good oral and written communication skills, some experience with cancer data analysis, solid understanding of statistical tests and models (Chi-squre, ANOVA, log-rank test, logistic regressions, Cox-proportional hazard models, time dependent Cox models, etc.), some experience with SAS macros, formats and ODS are also required.

Please send resume to Renjian Jiang, MD, MPH, MS (rjiang7 [at] emory [dot] edu) if interested

Marketing and Communications Intern, CDC SWEP position

This is an unpaid internship. Applicants must be current students. This position is located in the Center for Surveillance, Epidemiology and Laboratory Services (CSELS), Stephen B. Thacker CDC Library.

Education Requirements:

Interest in health policy, health communications, social marketing, social media, public health prevention, health disparities, and health equity related careers

Project Description:

The primary purpose of this internship is to provide a “real-life”, innovative learning environment for students to expose interns to basic public health library services, marketing, and communications. The project focus is to provide administrative and program level support for the marketing and communications activities, research, evaluation, principles, and practices in the CDC Library.

Goals and Objectives:

Under the direction of the Sr. Communication Specialist, this intern will work directly with the Marketing and Communication staff in the LSB to contribute to the marketing and communication strategic goals and activities and complete communication and marketing assignments. The scope of the work includes:

· Develop, assess and evaluate marketing and communication strategic activities

· Assist with developing innovative digital media products for both internal and external audiences to promote the Library, including but not limited to:

o Digital media and new media products

o CDC Connect Article (s)

o Intranet Content

o Fact Sheets

o PowerPoint Slides/Presentations

o Graphics

o Flyers

· Liaise with Library Services Staff and units across CDC as needed

· Attend trainings and meetings as assigned

· Complete other duties as assigned

Student Skills and Qualifications

· Stellar performer with positive character and willingness to learn, grow, and contribute

· Ability to manage projects and multiple assignments in fast-paced environment

· Interest in health policy, health communications, social marketing, social media, public health prevention, health disparities, and health equity related careers

· Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with other professionals within CDC and with external

· Ability to use Microsoft Office at high-efficiency and professional environment including SharePoint, virtual reality equipment, innovative technologies

· Ability to use or learn to use Adobe Illustrator, Photoshop, InDesign and Microsoft EndNote

· Ability to learn library systems and databases

· Ability to perform evaluation activities including surveys, focus groups, and outreach activities

· Ability to use or learn to use Adobe Campaign or similar email marketing software

· Ability to work in a fast-paced, highly time-sensitive environment, while ensuring high quality and efficiency.

· Ability to handle multiple projects with varying tasking, short turnaround times, and meet or exceed all deadlines.

· Ability to work as a team as well as independently.

· Ability to take initiative on assignment and projects

· Ability to produce accurate documents and materials with little or no supervision

· Must provide own transportation

Requirements

· Must pass a background investigation by the CDC security office.

· Complete security awareness and safety skills training

· Meet other qualifications specified by the hosting office

Expectations of intern on project

Tracks

This position has two focus areas or tracks for students to explore:

1. Content Development and Strategy; Writing and Editing Specialist

a. Explore content writing and development of a strategic mix of content and writing approaches for innovative digital and traditional marketing and communication channels

b. Plan and coordinate writing and editorial services; support the implementation of marketing and communication plan and content strategies

2. Marketing and Communication Product Development and Evaluation; generalist/communication specialist

a. Create, disseminate, evaluate innovative marketing and communications materials and productions

b. Explore content writing and development of a strategic mix of content and writing approaches for innovative digital and traditional marketing and communication channels

Assignment Terms

There will be four terms:

· Full term: September 2019 – May 2020

· Fall: September 2019 – December 2019

· Spring: January 2020 – May 2020

· Summer: May 2020 – July 2020

Application Deadline:

Submit resumes via email to the CDC Human Resources Customer Service Helpdesk at HRCS [at] cdc [dot] gov with the subject “SWEP Student Volunteer Program – Marketing and Communications Internship.” Please also include “SWEP Student Volunteer Program – Marketing and Communications Internship” in the body of the email no later than 2 p.m., Friday, September 13, 2019. Students selected for interviews will be contacted, and the student(s) selected for participation will be required to complete additional paperwork.

Work Hours
Students must be able at least 16-24 hours a week in the CDC Library Office. The work schedule for this position is flexible.

Work Location
1600 Clifton Road, Atlanta, GA 30329
Global Communication Center Building 19, First Floor
CDC will provide building access and dedicated workspace in the office for intern to complete work assignments during schedule work days.

Application Information
Applications are accepted year round. For more information or to apply for this internship, please email Terica Scott at tscott2 [at] cdc [dot] gov or call 404-698-498-6876.

Clinic on Dynamical Approaches to Infectious Disease Data, 12/15-12/21

The International Clinics on Infectious Disease Dynamics and Data (ICI3D) Program invites applications to the eighth annual Clinic on Dynamical Approaches to Infectious Disease Data (DAIDD). This 1-week intensive modeling clinic will provide an introduction to dynamical models used in the study of infectious disease dynamics. The Clinic will bring together postgraduate students and researchers from around the world, and instruction will focus on how the complex dynamics of pathogen transmission influence study design and data collection for addressing problems in infectious disease research.

The Clinic will consist of a series of interactive lectures and tutorials that will guide participants through the uses of dynamical modeling in epidemiology. Various modeling paradigms will be discussed,
with a particular focus on the development of compartmental models, and participants will be given guidance regarding the appropriate use of models to address their own research questions. Working closely with their peers and with Clinic faculty, each participant will develop a research plan that describes a roadmap for integration of dynamic modeling with data collection and/or analysis in a study system of their choosing. The research plan can be used as a framework for grant or dissertation proposals when
participants return to their home institutions.

Students and researchers with a demonstrated interest in infectious disease research are encouraged to apply. Applicants with a good grounding in statistics and experience with data collection will be preferred. This workshop is not intended for those with substantial prior experience in dynamical modeling.

The course registration fee is ZAR 30,000. The registration fee includes room and board for the duration of the Clinic, as well as course materials. A small number of full and partial scholarships may be available for Clinic participants from the US and Africa. All participants are responsible for covering their own travel expenses (including visa fees, where applicable).
The application process for the Clinic is competitive. The deadline for receipt of applications is 25 September 2019. Additional applications may be considered after the deadline, on a space-available basis.

Applicants who will need a visa to visit South Africa or wish to be considered for scholarship support are strongly encouraged to apply by 25 September. Incomplete applications will not be considered.
For more information, click HERE.