CORE Graduate Research Assistant, Rollins School of Public

This study team is seeking a highly organized, detail-oriented Rollins School of Public Health (REAL) student to support ongoing HIV prevention research. The Graduate Research Assistant (GRA)’s primary responsibilities include supporting participant outreach and recruitment efforts, managing study tracking logs and datasets, and ensuring timely and accurate data collection and documentation. The RA may also assist with reviewing and editing study materials, preparing research documents, and supporting data analysis using software such as R, SPSS, or MAXQDA. When appropriate, the RA may have the opportunity to gain hands-on experience contributing to scoping or systematic reviews and manuscript preparation while working closely with a multidisciplinary research team.

The lab conducts studies focused on pharmacy-based models to expand access to HIV prevention and care services, including HIV testing, PrEP, and other community-based interventions. Ideal candidates will have prior experience working with populations at risk for HIV and demonstrate strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and the ability to work independently in a fast-paced research environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Participant recruitment and outreach
• Administering surveys and assisting with qualitative interviews
• Maintaining recruitment trackers, screening logs, and study databases
• Data entry, cleaning, and quality assurance
• Supporting preparation of research materials, protocols, and reports
• Supporting qualitative and quantitative analysis (MAXQDA, R, SPSS)
• Assisting with literature reviews and manuscript preparation

Required Qualifications

• Current REAL student at Rollins School of Public Health in your 1st or 2nd year.
• Experience with quantitative research methods and conducting qualitative interviews
• Independent analysis experience using MAXQDA, SAS, R, and/or SPSS
• Strong organizational and data management skills
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple tasks
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Attention to detail and ability to follow research protocols
• Prior experience working with populations affected by HIV or sexual health disparities
• Minimum of 6 hours/wk. dedicated to lab deliverables and research

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience supporting manuscript preparation or literature reviews
• Experience supporting IRB submissions and modifications
• Interest in implementation science, HIV prevention, or pharmacy-based care models

Time Commitment

• 10 – 20 hours per week is expected
• Position is based in Atlanta, GA (on-site responsibilities will be required)
• Applicants should be available to work for the remainder of the Spring 2026 semester, with the opportunity to continue Fall 2026 – Spring 2027.

Compensation

Students will receive $15/hour through the Rollins Earn and Learn (REAL) program

To Apply: send an email to ahudso6 [at] emory [dot] edu with “2026 GRA Applicant” as your subject line. Please include your resume and a brief statement of interest. 

Facilitators and Mentor Applications, HealthPREP Summer Program

Dr. Joanne Henderson and the HealthPREP Summer Program is currently looking for RSPH students to become Facilitators and Mentors (FAMs). It is a paid position, and it can count as an APE. 

Health Professions Readiness Education Program (HealthPREP) at Emory is an 8-week summer program (June 1 – July 24, 2026) facilitated by Emory School of Medicine (SOM) in partnership with the Rollins School of Public Health (RSPH). HealthPREP provides resources to first generation and low-income undergraduate and graduate scholars who are interested in training to enhance their skills for competitive admissions in health-related graduate programs.

The FAM’s primary responsibilities involve instructional facilitation and mentorship with a strong sense of leadership and interdisciplinary work. HealthPREP FAM are expected to foster a supportive learning environment in which students are encouraged to increase their knowledge regarding the field of public health and learn to exhibit behaviors of future healthcare professionals and leaders. 

More information and application instructions can be found on the job posting linked here.

Global Field Experience Financial Award, Rollins School of Public Health

Interested in completing a summer field experience in a low or middle-income country? The Global Field Experience (GFE) Financial Award Program at Emory University offers students the opportunity to gain hands-on experience in public health.

Why it matters: Securing a GFE award can significantly enhance your professional development and career prospects. This award provides financial support for experiential learning opportunities, which are crucial for applying theoretical knowledge in real-world settings.

To be considered for this award:

1. Secure an APE Experience: Use 12Twenty to find GFE-eligible opportunities and connect with faculty for guidance. Aim to secure your opportunity by March 1.
2. Experiential Learning Hub Process: Start early to discuss your project with your faculty guide and supervisor. Submit your experience to the EL hub on 12Twenty by March 15.
3. Complete the Supplemental Application: Upon completing the previous steps you will be invited to complete the GFE award application. Submit your application by April 7, including travel plans and budget submission.

For more information about the GFE award, visit the webpage linked here.

2026 Summer Epidemiology Internship, Ingham County Health Department

The Ingham County Health Department (ICHD) is searching for a motivated academic student to join the organization in the Summer Epidemiology Intern role! This academic internship role is embedded in the Epidemiology unit, gaining exposure to epidemiologic surveillance, public health informatics, inferential statistical analysis, and data to action strategies. The position will be supervised by the department’s Senior Community Epidemiologist.

In general, the 2026 Summer Epidemiology Intern will be working on:

• Learning how to update and/or develop disease surveillance deliverables
• Gaining experience in identifying determinants of health affecting vulnerable populations
• Strengthening epidemiologic data analysis skills 
• Increasing proficiency in science communication

Internship environment:

Most ICHD programs complete their work in an in-person office environment located in Lansing, MI during normal business hours (Monday through Friday, between 7:30am and 6pm). If allowable by both the academic program and ICHD program, some internship work may be completed in a remote environment. Some internship work, depending on the nature of the assigned programmatic tasks, may be conducted in a field environment in the Ingham community. This position is an unpaid academic internship opportunity. Students selected for this academic internship opportunity will not receive any pay, stipends, employee benefits, or mileage reimbursements.

Applications will be accepted through March 27th or until a suitable candidate is identified. For more information and application instructions, visit the webpage linked here.

Graduate Research Assistant, Food Fortification Initiative

Summer Accelerator, The Hatchery

The Hatchery Summer Accelerator powered by Right Shift is now accepting applications. This program is open to ALL undergraduate and graduate Emory students, regardless of academic concentration.

The program blends The Hatchery’s business curriculum with the AI tools, technical infrastructure and engineering support of RightShift Accelerator (an IntuitioLabs company).

In this program, founders will:

·        validate business models

·        build prototypes

·        develop clear go-to-market strategies

Students in this program will receive a stipend of $15 per hour for up to 40 hours a week, with a 20 hour weekly minimum.

Programming runs May 28 to July 30 and concludes with a live pitch event. Founders also receive 12 weeks of post-program support, including advisory sessions, continued platform access, investor introductions and alumni network integration.

If you are an Emory student and would like to apply, more information and our application can be found here or at https://bit.ly/acc-right-shift. Applications are due on March 6 at 5 PM. 

Scholarship Opportunities, Summer Institute for Statistics and Modeling in Infectious Diseases

The 18th annual Summer Institute for Statistics and Modeling in Infectious Diseases (SISMID) will be held this summer at Emory University Rollins School of Public Health in Atlanta, GA. Scholarships are available to support to eligible graduate students and post-doctoral scholars to attend in-person or online.

Format – SISMID 2026 is offered in two formats:

• Online: June 22-26, 2026;
• In person: July 13-24, 2026, at Emory University (R. Randall Rollins Building).

Online Modules – Five online modules cover a range of cutting-edge topics. Participants may register for up to two of the five online modules offered. Each online module combines asynchronous preparation with two afternoons of virtual lab sessions led by the instructors. Due to tax restrictions, online modules are available only to learners in the United States, Canada and Mexico. We aim to expand in future years—thank you for your understanding. Learn more about online module offerings .

In-Person Modules – Seventeen in-person modules cover a range of cutting-edge topics. Participants select the modules that interest them, enrolling in up to four for the summer. Each in-person module meets for two and a half days and emphasizes hands-on learning led by experienced instructors. Learn more about in-person module offerings.

For more information about scholarships, visit the website linked here. Applications are open now and will close February 28th, 2026.

Summer Internship Opportunities in Injury and Violence Prevention, Injury Prevention and Research Center at Emory

Join IPRCE to learn more about the Summer Injury Research Fellowship (SIRF) and Scott Lilienfeld Injury Prevention Scholarship and other summer opportunities.

Summer Injury Research Fellowship:

A ten week paid summer internship providing students with opportunities to apply their public health skills within injury prevention program at the Georgia Department of Public Health

Scott Lilienfeld Injury Prevenion Scholarship:

A scholarship designed to recognize, support, and train students working on an injury or violence-based research or practice-based project.

An information session covering these opportunities will be held on February 10, 2026 from 12:00pm-1:00pm on Zoom. Register for this webinar here.

For more information, visit www.iprce.emory.edu or contact mcarva3 [at] emory [dot] edu.

Graduate Research Assistant, Food Fortification Initiative

The Food Fortification Initiative (FFI) is a center at the Rollins School of Public Health at Emory University which exists to promote large-scale food fortification (LSFF), the process of adding vitamins and minerals to foods during processing to prevent malnutrition and improve health outcomes. Led by a network with expertise in the public, private, and civic sectors, FFI provides technical assistance to partners in multiple countries to plan, implement, and monitor LSFF programs.  

FFI is looking for a graduate research assistant to support a mixed-methods research study among recipients of federal food and nutrition assistance in Georgia. This is a pilot study which aims to understand knowledge, attitudes, and practices surrounding the uptake and use of fortified foods among recipients of federal food and nutrition assistance (e.g., WIC and SNAP) in Georgia. 

Reports to: Dr. Mica Jenkins, Nutritional Epidemiologist  

Start/end date: March 1, 2026 – August 31, 2026 (with potential to extend)  

This position is open to both REAL and non-REAL students. Applications are due February 15th, 2026. Please review the full eligibility and application requirements in the job postings linked below.

REAL student application linked here.

Non-REAL student application linked here.