Policy Evaluation and Sexual Violence Intern, Centers for Disease Control and Prevention

An estimated 67.8 million US women and about 36.2 million men have experienced some form of contact sexual violence. The risk for burden sexual violence is not shared equally across all groups, populations experiencing elevated risk of sexual violence include but are not limited to racial/ethnic minority groups, sexual and gender minority groups, and people with disabilities. The biological, psychological, and social impacts of experiencing sexual violence are well documented, including adverse health outcomes, suicidality, and financial and housing insecurity. Given the prevalence of sexual violence combined with its economic, psychological, physical, and social consequences, sexual violence is a serious public health problem. Like all forms of violence, sexual violence is preventable. Policies are considered public health interventions at the outer layers of the socio-ecological model that are well situated for violence prevention. Although the evaluation of policies at the community and societal level, e.g., legislation, has gained traction, there is currently no comprehensive systematic synthesis of the effectiveness of policies for violence prevention, including sexual violence. 

This project will support CDC’s Injury Centers priorities on preventing injuries and violence, and adverse childhood experiences. The purpose of this proposal is to provide an Emory REAL student with the opportunity to support a project examining the state of the literature on state and federal level policy evaluations and sexual violence. The Emory REAL student, mentored by a scientist from the Research and Evaluation Branch (REB), will assist with the data extraction and synthesis stage of a systematic review. Alongside their mentor, the Emory REAL student will develop a plan for integrating CDC’s generative artificial intelligence (GenAI) technology in the systematic review process of data extraction and synthesis. The Emory REAL student may support activities such as: Assist in data extraction for articles that made it to full-text review; Assist in integrating the capabilities of artificial intelligence across multiple stages of the systematic review process; Assist in preparing and presenting results from this project to other CDC colleagues.

For more information and application instructions, visit the job posting on 12Twenty. Applications will be accepted through January 2nd, 2025. 

Graduate Assistant, Emory University

The Emory University Divisions of Endocrinology and otolaryngology at Grady Memorial Hospital are looking for students to  join the team and study social determinants of health among minorities and underserved patients with thyroid cancer through a multi-pronged approach. Researchers aim to identify the understudied demographic conditions (social, economic, access and physical) unique to Grady’s population through the creation of a thyroid cancer registry. This registry will serve as a repository for aggregated patient data to conduct audits, quality improvement projects, and research.

This registry is already developled to systematically collect, store, retrieve and analyze clinical data from the thyroid cancer population at the Grady Health System. however, it might need minor editing. The purpose of this registry is to collect records on patients’ morbidity, mortality, racial disparities, the effect of insurance status, effect of access such as time from pathologic diagnosis to surgery and time from surgery to radioactive iodine ablation on thyroid cancer outcome.  Patients will be enrolled retrospectively and prospectively and followed longitudinally to monitor the impact of therapy and the risk of disease recurrence. Medical records will be reviewed and entered into the registry, which will be housed at Emory’s REDCap, a HIPPA-compliant online platform.

Responsibilities include registry editing if needed on RedCap,  collecting data and analyzing trends in thyroid cancer recurrence and complications in underserved community covered by Grady Hospital. 

Responsibilities:

1. Editing registry using RedCap online platform
2. Assist in data entry into the registry
3. Use computer programs to compile, calculate and analyze the data
4. Report findings in meetings and presentations
5. Design, implement and advise on health policies to minimize thyroid cancer morbidity and mortality on underserved population

Requirements:

1. A willingness to attend virtual meetings with study personnel and to conduct research
2. Experience with RedCap is strongly preferred , but not required
3. Previous Medical background or work is required  
4. Previous experience with electronic medical records (Epic) is preferred, but not required
5. Good computer literacy skills
6. Strong organizational, analytical, reasoning and research skills
7. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

Visit the job posting on 12Twenty for more information and application instructions. Applications close December 12, 2024.

MPH Student Assistant, CHESS Project, Rollins School of Public Health

The Community Home-Based Education, Screening Services (CHESS) Study, focused on increasing cervical cancer control access among HIV-positive women in Nigeria, seeks an MPH student to assist with data entry, quality assurance (QA), and various administrative and program support tasks. This role offers valuable hands-on experience in public health research and project management.

Key Responsibilities:

• Data Management:
  • Assist with data entry and quality assurance in systems like REDCap.
  • Help develop and maintain databases to ensure accuracy and compliance.
  • Produce reports using Excel, SAS or R, including analysis and data visualization.
• Project Support:
  • Aid in the development and implementation of program initiatives.
  • Prepare briefing materials, reports, and other documents as needed.
  • Assist with promotional material design via Canva or similar platforms.
• Administrative Tasks:
  • Respond to general questions and manage the study’s general email inquiries.
  • Handle remote scheduling logistics and project coordination.
  • Maintain confidentiality when working with sensitive study data.
  • Perform other tasks assigned by the project director, ensuring adherence to timelines.

Skills & Qualifications:

• Working knowledge of SAS or R for report generation is preferred but not required.
• Experience with REDCap or other data management systems.
• Proficient in Canva, Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook.
• Strong analytical, interpersonal, and organizational skills.
• Ability to manage time effectively and maintain confidentiality.

• Demonstrated adaptability and reliability in a research environment.

Application Instructions:

Please submit your resume and a cover letter to emphasize why are you interested in this position and if you are REAL-eligible.  Applications may be submitted to CHESS Project Director, Tyree Staple (tyree [dot] staple [at] emory [dot] edu). The application deadline is October 28th, 2024. View the full posting from 12Twenty here.

Part-Time/Hourly Student Worker, Human Algorithm Collaboration Lab at Emory Winship Cancer Institute

The Human Algorithm Collaboration Lab at Emory/Winship is looking for a part-time hourly paid student to work on a series of projects relating to FDA regulatory policy for using “digital twins” or “in silico trials” for regulatory decision-making. We’re in particular looking for students interested in evidence synthesis and a scoping review.

Please email ravi [dot] bharat [dot] parikh [at] emory [dot] edu with your CV if you are interested.

Spring Internship Opportunities, Carter Center

The Carter Center, in partnership with Emory University and founded by former President Jimmy Carter, is guided by a fundamental commitment to human rights and the alleviation of human suffering. It seeks to prevent and resolve conflicts, enhance freedom and democracy, and improve health.

Internship Information:

• Open to undergraduate Juniors and Seniors, recent graduates (completed a degree within the last 24 months), and graduate/professional degree students
• Program focuses include International Public Health, Mental Health, Trachoma, and more.
• Applications for the Spring Internship Program (15 weeks beginning Jan. 14 2025) are due October 15th, 2024.
• All internships are paid positions.

For more information and application instructions, please visit this link.

Research Scientist, Department of Biomedical Informatics Emory University

This role requires applying machine learning and deep learning techniques to multi-modal medical data streams, including radiographic (e.g., MRI [structural, diffusion, functional], PET), pathology images, and multi-‘omics data. The primary goal is to develop innovative multi-modal methods and analyses to enhance our understanding of diseases, particularly neurodegenerative and neuro-oncologic conditions. The student’s main responsibilities will include processing and integrating multimodal data utilized in clinical practice to model disease progression, predict treatment responses, associate various biomarkers with clinical outcomes, and analyze their interactions. Applicants having experience in disease progression modeling and large language models are encouraged to apply.

Open to REAL students.

Application deadline: October 29, 2024

For more information and application instructions, visit the job posting on 12Twenty.

GRA – Climate and Health Capacity Building, Emory Centers for Public Health Training and Technical Assistance

The Emory Centers for Public Health Training and Technical Assistance (Emory Centers), helps clients and their partners develop the professional skills, evidence-based programs, and policy action needed to build healthier communities. Emory Centers provides innovative trainings, technical assistance, and materials to build the knowledge and skills to foster strong leadership, increase organizational capacity, and strengthen partnerships. Clients include state and local departments of health, non-profit organizations, and foundations. Services span all public health issues, risk factors, and professional competencies. Emory Centers is a part of the Rollins School of Public Health’s Behavioral, Social, and Health Education Sciences (BSHES) department.

The Climate and Health Actionable Research and Translation (CHART) Center is a project in which Emory Centers partners with the RSPH Gangerosa Department of Environmental Health and several Atlanta-based community partners. CHART’s mission is to generate new knowledge about the health risks associated with climate change in urban areas, particularly those related to heat exposure, and to translate this knowledge into action through equitable partnerships that enhance health. The CHART Center is composed of four cores that aim to lead innovative research in heat and health, build the capacity of climate change and health investigators, and utilize community knowledge and concerns to inform translational research.

Position Summary: As a Climate and Health Capacity Building Graduate Research Assistant (GRA), you will work mostly within the Research Capacity Building Core and the Administrative Core. In this position, you will:

• Provide technical, administrative, and coordination support for live and on-demand webinars and seminars
• Conduct environmental scans to support investigators new to climate and health within the Pilot Project Program
• Support the development and maintenance of a CHART newsletter
• Develop and post content for social media channels through CHART
• Support the development and evaluation of surveys on Qualtrics
• Perform other tasks as needed

Qualifications: Requires strong attention to detail, strong communication skills, and a dedication to creating quality work. Preferred knowledge of Qualtrics, OneDrive, and various social media platforms.

Location: 8th floor of Grace Crum Rollins (GCR) building, 7th floor of Claudia Nance Rollins (CNR) building, virtual

Cover Letter: When submitting your application, a cover letter is required to help us learn about how this position aligns with your interests.

Application Deadline: November 11, 2024

For more information and application instructions, visit the job posting on 12Twenty.

HIV Surveillance Intern, Centers for Disease Control and Prevention

The Key Population Surveillance Team (KPST) in the Epidemiology and Surveillance Branch) of the Division of Global HIV and Tuberculosis (DGHT) is focused on advancing the quality of HIV surveillance among key populations (namely sex workers, men who have sex with men, transgender women, and people who inject drugs). KPST provides technical assistance to countries on biobehavioral surveys and population size estimation activities, and this includes topics such as study design, implementation, data analysis, and results dissemination. 

The REAL student will provide support, under the guidance of team members, for the following activities:
• Key Populations Biobehavioral Survey Results Dashboard (35%):  Support for data entry, quality control process, and data visualization results dashboard
• Analysis projects (30%):  Support for data analysis projects using HIV biobehavioral survey data among key populations (project would be of the team’s and student’s interest)
• Biobehavioral Survey and Population Size Estimation Technical Resources (30%):  Support for the creation and maintenance of KPST’s survey and population size estimation technical resources, including the survey questionnaire, standard operating procedures and checklists for implementation, and summary sheet and final report templates. 
• Other (5%):  Other team projects requiring support as needed

Open to REAL Students.

Application Deadline: September 27th, 2024 at 11:59pm.

View posting on 12Twenty for more information and application instructions.

RISE Graduate Research Assistant, Emory Center for Reproductive Health Research in the Southeast (RISE)

The Center for Reproductive Health Research in the Southeast (RISE) at the Rollins School of Public Health (RSPH) is seeking a highly motivated student with a passion for research and evaluation to support a RISE Evaluation focused on training and mentorship. This project spans multiple data sources and years of work, more formally compiling rich information RISE has already collected and documenting historical and institutional knowledge from the RISE team. RISE anticipates summarizing this evaluation in a forthcoming publication as well as utilizing its outcomes to strengthen training activities and the ways they engage and uplift trainees and their collaborative work with RISE. The person in this position will work closely with and be directly supervised by Sophie Hartwig, RISE Co-Director of Administration. This position is for the Fall 2024 term with a possible extension into Spring 2025/beyond.

Regular tasks include but are not limited to:

• Learning about RISE’s priorities, values, approaches as well as past training-related efforts
• Conducting a literature review on center-level and justice-informed approaches to training/mentorship
• Contributing to the development and implementation of an evaluation framework/plan
• Analyzing a wide variety of quantitative and qualitative data
• Contributing to manuscript development/writing
• Assisting with development of oral/poster presentations
• Attending weekly or bi-weekly progress meetings, and additional meetings as needed

Qualifications:

• Currently completing a graduate degree in public health or a related field
• Strong interest in reproductive health, rights, and justice
• Comfortable working with sensitive topics including abortion
• Prior experience with qualitative and/or quantitative analysis
• Familiarity with the Reproductive Justice framework
• Detail-oriented with strong organizational and communication skills
• Ability to work efficiently and effectively both independently and as part of a team
• Willingness to learn new skills related to program evaluation and research justice

Preferred:

• One or more years of completed graduate coursework (entering graduate students will be considered with strong experience)
• Experience with program evaluation (e.g., from past jobs, in coursework such as BSHES 530: Program Evaluation, BSHES 538: Qualitative Methods for Research & Evaluation)
• Experience with MAXQDA qualitative software, Microsoft Office (e.g., Excel, Word, PowerPoint), data visualization techniques

Other details:

• Hours: around 10-15 hours per week (variable by week)
• Salary: $15 or 20/hour (depending on graduate program)
• REAL or non-REAL accepted
• Primarily remote/virtual work; occasional in-person meetings

Please apply through 12Twenty and include: 1) your resume or CV, 2) a brief statement of your interest and relevant experience (i.e., cover letter), and 3) an academic writing sample. Any past publications and/or examples of quantitative and qualitative work will strengthen consideration. Applications will be accepted until the position is filled. If you have any questions, feel free to reach out to Sophie via email.

Project Manager – HIV Viral Suppression Adherence Toolkit, Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC)

In the era of tenofovir-lamivudine-dolutegravir (TLD), an extremely effective anti-retroviral therapy, individuals living with HIV who do not achieve viral load suppression require personalized, intensive attention to prevent progression of HIV and help overcome barriers to adherence.  However, there are few studies regarding evidence based practices for promoting adherence in this setting.  The goal is to identify the best evidence based practices for promoting ART adherence and share these in an efficient, effective way with our partners in PEPFAR supported countries.

Find more details and instructions for applying in the job posting on 12Twenty. Application deadline is September 16th at 11:59pm!