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ORISE Fellowship, Office on Smoking and Health/Epidemiology Branch

Category : Alumni Student Opportunities

Organization: Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC)
Center/Division/Branch: NCCDPHP/Office on Smoking and Health/Epidemiology Branch (Surveillance)

The ORISE Research Participation Program at CDC is a training and succession planning mechanism designed to provide opportunities to students, postgraduates, and university faculty to participate in project-specific CDC research, current public health research, and developmental activities. It is an educational and developmental program formed in partnership with Oak Ridge Associated Universities (ORAU) and the US Department of Energy (DOE) through an Interagency Agreement.

Criteria:

  1. The ORISE fellow must be enrolled in an accredited college or university working toward a degree in a STEM or Public Health field; or have received a college degree within 5 years prior to the initial ORISE appointment date; or serve as a full-time faculty member at an accredited college or university within the United States.

  2. The fellow may be a non-US citizen, but must comply with all applicable immigration laws and requirements authorizing employment within the United States.

  3. The initial ORISE appointment is approved for one year, with subsequent extensions in one year intervals which is limited to a total of up to five years from the initial start date.

  4. The CDC mentor is responsible for the daily guidance or leadership of the participants, including performance appraisals, disciplinary actions, and establishing schedules (days and hours).

  5. The ORISE participant must be located in a CDC facility (i.e., Atlanta, GA) with the assigned mentor.

Requirements for ORISE candidate (CDC Office on Smoking and Health, Epidemiology, Surveillance team):

In general, the ORISE fellow searches, synthesizes and interprets information relevant to advance tobacco prevention and control efforts. Reviews and analyzes studies and projects assessing public health issues related to tobacco prevention and control in order to make recommendations or processes, procedures and/or policies related to public health programs, practices and research. Communicates information to various audiences. Prepares scientific and other articles and technical reports for publication.

More specifically, the fellow will be trained in surveillance and evaluation, and provide analytic support related to critical priorities of the Office; the fellow will serve a key role in: conducting surveillance, analysis, and research; assist in developing data summaries/briefing documents, authoring (co-authoring) papers and other materials, and supporting activities with internal and external audiences to advance tobacco prevention and control efforts. The fellow will also support the three cycles of National Youth Tobacco Survey (NYTS) – i.e., work on publications based on collected data from past year; day to day survey support for administration of current year’s data; help prepare the data collection of future years.

Eligibility Requirements

  1. Degree: Master’s Degree or Doctoral-level degree received within the last 5 years.

  2. Discipline(s): Public health. Life health, or Medical science

Desired skills:

  1. Strong data analysis skills

  2. Experience with statistical tools: SAS (intermediate to advanced level) and preferably SAS-callable SUDAAN

  1. Good writing skills

  2. Experience with data visualization, data modernization and/or data linkages

Tentative Stipend (TBD, to be decided by CDC HRO):

*The initial stipend is determined by CDC HRO (in consideration of the educational level obtained), but see below for an idea.

  1. Master’s degree = equivalent to GS-9 step 1

  2. MD/PhD/equivalent = equivalent to GS-11 step 1 [MD/PhD equivalent with at least two years of related post graduate work will have a stipend equivalent to GS-12 step 1]

*Initial stipend will be based on the GS-pay table in place on the appointment start date*

  1. Send your CV to jze1 [at] cdc [dot] gov with subject line: “ORISE fellowship candidate: OSH Surveillance”

  2. Go to: https://www.zintellect.com/, and register


Application Deadline: ASAP

Early Hearing Detection and Intervention Fellowship, CDC

Category : Alumni

A research opportunity is currently available with the Early Hearing Detection and Intervention (EHDI) team in the Department of Human Development and Disability (DHDD) within the National Center on Birth Defects and Developmental Disabilities (NCBDDD) at the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) in Atlanta, Georgia.

NCBDDD’s mission is to improve the health of children and adults by preventing birth defects and developmental disabilities, and complications of heredity blood disorders; promoting optimal child development, and the health and wellness among children and adults living with disabilities.

Research Project: The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, National Center on Birth Defects and Developmental Disabilities (NCBDDD), seeks to promote the health of babies, children, and adults with disabilities. The work of NCBDDD includes identifying the causes of birth defects and developmental disabilities, helping children to develop and reach their full potential, and promoting health and well-being among people of all ages with disabilities. NCBDDD has three divisions that carry out this mission: Division of Congenital and Developmental Disorders (DCDD), Human Development and Disability (DHDD), and Blood Disorders (DBD).

The EHDI Team works to support and advance efforts for the early identification of all young children with hearing loss and helps them receive the services they need to reach their full potential.

Learning Objectives: Specifically, the participant will:

  • Evaluation: Learn and assist with various EHDI evaluation activities, including planning and conducting program monitoring and evaluation studies or projects to identify public health problems and further improve the efficiency and effectiveness of public health programs and policies. Learn and assist with evaluation designs appropriate to situations. Learn and help apply established methodologies and techniques for data collection, analysis, and presentation. Collaborate with and support internal staff in the planning and conducting of program monitoring and evaluation. Assist with the presentation of evaluation findings to a variety of stakeholders.
    • Data: Learn and support members of the EHDI Team in the analysis of data from states and national databases related to hearing loss in infants and young children. Learn about efforts to increase the standardization of data reported by states related to infant hearing screening, diagnosis, and enrollment and receipt of early intervention services. Assist with the presentation of findings to a variety of stakeholders.
    • Health Communication: Provide support in the development and distribution of new and revised EHDI Fact Sheets and other educational materials. Assist with the updating and review of EHDI related web content, including summary of research funded by CDC EHDI and incorporation of elements from infographics. Assist with the development and distribution of the quarterly EHDI Newsletter.

    The fellow may participate on work-groups and/or committees. This appointment will provide a learning and educational experience to an individual interested in the field of public health surveillance, program evaluation, and data management. Participant is assigned to train and help support various projects/activities related to the mission of the Division of Human Development and Disability and can expect to gain a valuable learning experience in the field of public health.

    Mentor(s): The mentor for this opportunity is Xidong Deng. If you have questions about the nature of the research please contact Stephanie Henry (shenry [at] cdc [dot] gov).

For more information and to apply, please click here. 

ERASE Maternal Mortality Initiative, CDC Foundation

Category : Alumni

The CDC Foundation is hiring 3 field employees to support the Enhancing Reviews and Surveillance to Eliminate Maternal Mortality (“ERASE Maternal Mortality”) Initiative.  Please share widely. 

Qualitative Data Analyst:

The qualitative data analyst will contribute to an increased understanding of the multi-factorial contributors to pregnancy-related deaths at the national and jurisdiction levels and increase understanding of opportunities for preventing future deaths. They will lead team-based qualitative analyses with CDC staff and external partners, utilizing data from the Maternal Mortality Review Information Application (MMRIA) and the Pregnancy Mortality Surveillance System.  For more information and to apply, click here. 

Senior Epidemiologist:

The senior epidemiologist will contribute to an increased understanding of the multi-factorial contributors to pregnancy-related deaths at the national and jurisdiction-levels, and an increased understanding of opportunities for prevention of future deaths. The senior epidemiologist will conduct data analyses using program data and surveillance data from both the Maternal Mortality Review Information Application (MMRIA) and the Pregnancy Mortality Surveillance System.  They will also support states and other jurisdictions to improve their use own use of programs and surveillance data.  For more information and to apply, click here.

Epidemiologist:

 

The epidemiologist will contribute to increased understanding of the multi-factorial contributors to pregnancy-related deaths at the national and jurisdiction-levels, and increased understanding of opportunities for prevention of future deaths. The epidemiologist will conduct data analyses using program data and surveillance data from both the Maternal Mortality Review Information Application (MMRIA) and the Pregnancy Mortality Surveillance System.  For more information and to apply, please click here. 

Associate Director, Research Projects – Grade 234, RSPH

Category : Alumni

Job Description:

Reports to a principal investigator of sponsored projects. Exercises considerable latitude and independent judgment in overseeing the day-to-day operation of the research core. Serves as a consultant and provides technical expertise in scientific theory, research and methods of collection and analysis of data sets for a variety of research projects. Using an advanced knowledge of research methodology and techniques, provides leadership in the planning and development of survey instruments, guidelines, and procedures to collect required data. Coordinates various aspects of the study. Routinely develops research protocols. Reviews and edits text for studies. Conducts extensive literature searches and effectively summarizes reported research findings and their applicability to the research. Coordinates research and intervention activities with the team. Provides direction to consultants and team members. Coordinates and conducts special meetings. Develops and conducts presentations, represents Emory at national meetings, and co-authors publications. Collaborates on or authors reports and papers. Performs related responsibilities as required.


Minimum Qualifications:

Master’s degree in Public Health, Epidemiology, Biostatistics, Sociology, Psychology or a related discipline and five or more years of research/professional experience, OR equivalent combination of experience, education, and training. Effective writing, analytic, presentation and organizational skills. Experience managing and executing multiple projects and working with senior health policy makers and executives is preferred. Experience conducting focus groups.

For more information or to apply, please contact Dr. Joellen Schildkraut at joellen [dot] m [dot] schildkraut [at] emory [dot] edu.

Public Health & Primary Care (PHPC) Leadership Institute, Region IV Public Health Training Center

Category : Alumni

The Region IV Public Health Training Center has partnered with the J.W. Fanning Institute for Leadership Development at the University of Georgia to offer the Region IV Public Health & Primary Care (PHPC) Leadership Institute. The PHPC Leadership Institute provides training for individuals from the eight states that comprise HHS Region IV (Alabama, Florida, Georgia, Kentucky, Mississippi, North Carolina, South Carolina, Tennessee). There is no fee to participate.

The PHPC Leadership Institute is an 8-month experience providing 40 contact hours of interaction. The Institute consists of a virtual orientation; an in-person opening retreat (Oct 31 – Nov 2, 2022; if travel is not safe, there will be a virtual opening retreat 3 hours each day from Oct 31 – Nov 3, 2022); and 6 virtual sessions, lasting 2 hours each. In addition to these sessions, participants will be asked to complete approximately 2-3 hours of intersession work between the virtual sessions.

Applications are due by August 1. Please apply here. 

Program Learning Objectives
By the end of the Institute, participants will be able to:

  • Identify personal leadership strengths
  • Address a leadership challenge through a self-directed adaptive approach
  • Engage in peer consulting with Region IV colleagues
  • Apply leadership competencies in the context of public health

Who Should Apply
Emerging public health and primary care leaders who:

  • Work in governmental state, local, or tribal public health departments, tribal health organizations or FQHCs/FQHC Look-Alikes
  • Work in one of the following states: Alabama, Florida, Georgia, Kentucky, Mississippi, North Carolina, South Carolina Tennessee
  • Manage programs, supervise staff and/or demonstrate leadership potential
  • Work with underserved populations and/or are from under-resourced health departments

Liaison Position, Georgia’s Behavioral Health Reform and Innovation Commission

Category : Alumni

The BHRIC Coordinator provides high level administrative support to the Commission Chairman and subcommittee chairs, and members. This includes taking calls, scheduling meetings, managing executive requests, and disseminating documents. The liaison will also be in charge of taking minutes at all meetings and reporting back to commission members in a timely manner. You can find more information about BHRIC here and here. If interested, please reach out to Dr. Emily Anne Vall at evall [at] resilientGA [dot] org. 

The Liaison is tasked with assisting in the compiling and preparing the yearly reports from the commission and all the subcommittees, before the next legislative session. The BHRIC Liaison is responsible for the monthly subcommittee coordination with the sub chair and correspondence with members of commission (i.e. calendar invite, zoom link, agenda). Liaison will attend all commission and sub-committee meetings and handle all BHRIC related requests from the Commission and sub-commission Chairs.

The liaison is a grant funded year-round position, expecting to have meetings scheduled monthly for at least one subcommittee. This position is expected to last through July 30th, 2025.

Salary Estimate:

● $45 to $65k per year based on experience Reporting:

  • Reporting to Agency Grant Manager
  • Supervision to BHRIC Chairman Tanner
  • Meeting Coordination and Preparation
  • Researches, prioritizes and follows up on incoming issues and concerns with appropriate members of BHRIC and their staff
  • Keeps BHRIC informed of upcoming meetings, commitments, reporting requirements and other responsibilities
  • Coordinates and schedules BHRIC meetings and sub-committee meetings with members, the public, the Chairman’s office and when needed the Governor’s office
  • Coordinates and schedules BHRIC testimony with stakeholders, partners and subject matter experts
  • Collects and coordinates presentation materials for use by others, at times editing content

Composes and/or prepares correspondence, memoranda, forms, and reports using appropriate word processing and spreadsheet tools

Assists in preparing materials for all BHRIC meetings and sub-committee meetings

Works with Chairman’s office, Governor’s office, BHRIC members offices, and various legislative offices to ensure appropriate meeting space and technology is available for BHRIC testimony and meetings

Report and Data Coordination and Preparation

  • Collects and at times conducts research, analyzes data from BHRIC testimony and creates reports and executive summaries
  • Synthesizes technical documents, data and information and produces layman briefs and/or fact sheets for BHRIC members
  • Proofreads technical documents, reports and briefs for grammar and formatting
  • Organizes and records testimony data including recorded meetings, written testimony, subject matter expert presentations and reports

Job Qualifications and Skills and Knowledge Needed

  • Knowledge of principles and practices related to policy analysis
  • Knowledge of and ability to interpret and apply related federal, state, local laws, rules
  • and regulations
  • Extremely organized and able to track, organize and record testimony and relevant data
  • provided to BHRIC
  • Ability to track relevant local, state, and federal legislation related to BHRIC
  • Ability to prepare clear and concise reports, correspondence, and other written
  • materials
  • Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing
  • Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships
  • Ability to conduct literature reviews, data analysis, and other types of qualitative and
  • quantitative research
  • Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel and PowerPoint, Google Docs and Canva

Epidemiologist, CDC National Center for Immunization and Respiratory Diseases

Category : Alumni

Please find more information and apply here!

Job Description

The National Center for Immunization and Respiratory Diseases (NCIRD), Influenza Division (ID), Epidemiology and Prevention Branch (EPB) is hiring an Epidemiologist GS-601-12 (TERM).  The opportunity is open to all qualified candidates.  The selected participant will work under the Team Lead in the International Epidemiology and Research Team (IERT) Team.

Basic Qualifications:
Bachelor’s or graduate/higher level degree: major study in an academic field related to the medical field, health sciences or allied sciences appropriate to the work of the position. This degree must be from an educational program from an accrediting body recognized by the U.S. Department of Education (https://ope.ed.gov/accreditation/) at the time the degree was obtained.

Applicants must have at least one year of specialized experience at or equivalent to the GS-11 in the Federal service as defined in the next paragraph.

Specialized experience is experience which is directly related to the position which has equipped the applicant with the particular knowledge, skills and abilities (KSAs) to successfully perform the duties of the position to include experience identifying and analyzing public health issues and their impact on public policies or scientific studies or surveys.

Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional; philanthropic; religious; spiritual; community, student, social). Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge, and skills and can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment. You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience.

GS 12/13 Positions, CDC Division of Overdose Prevention, Epidemiology, and Surveillance Branch

Category : Alumni

There are a few open GS 12/13 positions in the CDC Division of Overdose Prevention, Epidemiology and Surveillance Branch that could be a good fit for MPH or PhD-level epidemiologists. 

As a Epidemiologist you will:

  • Identify and analyze public health issues and their impact on public policies or scientific studies or surveys
  • Provide scientific advice and technical assistance to various public, private, and/or nonprofit health and/or health-related agencies and organizations
  • Analyze study or project implementation procedures for improvement
  • Prepare comprehensive reports of national surveillance system analyses which include discussion of substantive health issues and research objectives; assessment of the adequacy and quality of data used in the analyses; and explanation of the methodologies, results, and relevance to health issues as they relate to the epidemiological problem under study
  • Participate in the syntheses of social science and epidemiologic data to be applied toward designing effective prevention programs and practice guidelines
  • Work with public health officials and other scientists inside and outside of the agency to ensure that valid research findings are disseminated, used, and applied to prevention programs
  • Disseminate results of research projects in a wide range of venues including publications, peer reviewed journals, summaries, manuscripts, and special reports
  • Present results to the scientific community at professional meetings and conferences
  • Perform other duties as assigned

For more information and the applications to these positions, please click here and here. 

Pregnancy Risk Assessment Monitoring System Epidemiologist, Massachusetts Department of Public Health

Category : Alumni

The Department of Public Health (DPH) is seeking a dynamic and strategic individual to serve as the Epidemiologist for the Pregnancy Risk Assessment Monitoring System (PRAMS), a statewide, population-based surveillance system. The Epidemiologist performs complex work managing PRAMS and linked data, based on extensive knowledge of complex survey design and methodology, vital statistic data, analysis, linkage, and Maternal and Child Health. The incumbent would perform work that requires considerable independence and exercise of judgment in determining approaches and developing unique solutions. The incumbent will be responsible for investigating and managing surveillance of incidence and prevalence of pregnancy risks and infant outcomes through the Bureau of Family Health and Nutrition PRAMS data collection, analysis, interpretation, reporting and publication. The incumbent will provide supervision over, assign work to, and review the performance of an Epidemiologist II, a Research Analyst III, a Research Analyst II, and student interns. The incumbent will provide technical support to staff and identify resources for the professional development of the epidemiologists in the Office of Data Translation.

Qualifications:

  • Ability to prepare and use charts and diagrams.
    Ability to establish and maintain harmonious working relationships with others.
  • Ability to design analysis plans, collect and manage epidemiological data, conduct statistical analyses, and interpret findings.
  • Ability to analyze and determine the applicability of scientific data, to draw conclusions, and make appropriate recommendations.
  • Ability to use current knowledge of causes of disease to guide epidemiologic practice.
  • Ability to serve as a scientific consultant and expert at the state and national levels.
  • Ability to provide scientific, administrative, and/or programmatic leadership and direction.
    Ability to review the substance of written reports, analyses, and presentations for scientific accuracy and conformity with current organizational policies and priorities.
  • Extensive knowledge and experience with SAS and Microsoft Office Suite, maternal and child health, and grant application writing.
  • Working knowledge of SUDAAN software
 

To learn more and apply to this position, please click here. 

Epidemiologist, South Central Health District, GA

Category : Alumni

There is an opening district epidemiologist position in health district 5-1 (Bleckley, Dodge, Johnson, Laurens, Montgomery, Pulaski, Telfair, Treutlen, Wheeler, and Wilcox Counties).

Job description: Under supervision, plans, develops, and conducts epidemiological investigations, surveillance and interventions limited in scope and/or complexity to determine the causes of diseases and implement methods of disease control. Collects, analyzes, and interprets statistical data and prepares epidemiologic reports.

Minimum qualifications: Master’s degree in public health or closely related field from an accredited college or university OR Bachelor’s degree in any field from an accredited college or university AND two years of experience performing epidemiological work or work in a closely related field. Use of statistical analysis programs such as R, SPSS, Stata, or SAS is highly recommended.

To apply: Visit www.southcentralhealth.info to view job announcement and download State of Georgia application. Submit application to South Central Health District, Attn: HR Manager, 105 East Jackson Street, Dublin, GA 31021 or fax to 478/275-5120. Email: Karen [dot] Carter [at] dph [dot] ga [dot] gov

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