Applied Public Health Statistics (APHA) Conference 2023

The Applied Public Health Statistics (APHS) Section invites abstract submissions for student research poster and oral presentation sessions for the APHA 2023 Conference, Atlanta, GA, Nov 12-15. Students wishing to be considered for these sessions should submit an abstract (by March 31, 2023) and a 2-page summary of their paper (also by May 31, 2023). 

In order to be eligible for the student competition you must be a student at the time of the conference in November 2023 (those graduating in May/June 2023 are not eligible). When submitting your abstract at apha.confex.com/apha/2023/aphs.htm, please submit it under the session “Student oral presentations” or “Student poster presentations”, even if it may be thematically related to other topics on the topic list. Students interested in competing in the student oral paper competition and have questions should contact Dr. Wenjun Li (Wenjun_Li [at] uml [dot] edu) and copy Dr. Guang Xu (guangxu [at] marian [dot] edu). The two-page summary of the paper should be submitted online at tinyurl.com/5ejxhnwf or using the attached QR Code, with a letter from a faculty member attesting to the author’s student status.

If a student abstract was submitted for oral presentation but is not accepted for an oral presentation, it will automatically be considered as a poster submission. All accepted student abstracts will be considered for the Student Research Competition. Three finalists will receive awards and travel support to present their paper during APHA 2023 conference. An award will be given for the Best Student Oral Presentation. Attached, please find more details about this opportunity. 

Please feel free to let us know if you have any questions.

Wenjun Li, PhD, Chair of Student Research Competition, APHS

Guang Xu, PhD, Chair-elect and Program Chair, APHS

Niloofar Ramezani, PhD, Section Chair, APHS

Graduate Research Assistant Positions, Emory Center for Health of Incarcerated Persons (CHIP)

Summer Field Experience (APE Eligible), World Vision

Dr. Bethany Caruso (Department of Global Health) is seeking multiple students for summer positions to assist with research related to a program led by World Vision (WV) that aims to improve women’s economic empowerment and water access in four countries (Honduras, Guatemala, Zimbabwe, and Kenya). World Vision is implementing the program in each country, and Emory is engaging as a learning partner. Specifically, Emory will conduct formative research and process evaluations to inform and assess World Vision’s programming within and across these settings. The students will travel to one of the four countries (IRBs and other in-country conditions pending), depending on experience and interest, and assist with research these activities.

The ideal candidates are proactive, able to work independently, have strong writing skills, have international experience, are interested in gender and/or WASH issues, and have training (e.g. coursework) or experience in qualitative and quantitative methods and analysis. The ability to speak/read Spanish is needed for travel to Honduras or Guatemala. The positions are unpaid, but will qualify as APEs and the Emory team will support the student to apply for RSPH GFEFA and/or EGHI funding. Data could be used as a thesis, pending review with the Emory team. Students across Emory are eligible to apply.

Primary tasks may include (but are not limited to) the following:

• Assisting in tool development (qualitative and quantitative) for formative research
• Assisting in development of IRB/Ethics protocols
• Assisting with data collection efforts across countries, including scheduling/managing data collection activities
• Assisting with training of data collectors in country
• Supporting Emory and World Vision staff while in-country, including attending and taking notes during partner meetings and debriefing teams on field activities
• Qualitative and/or quantitative analysis of collected data
• Writing reports and presenting preliminary findings in-country and upon return

If you are interested, please fill out this Google form. (Do not email!) We will review all applications and reach out to selected candidates for further questions and interviews.

Public Health Emergency Preparedness and Response Summer Fellowship, CDC

GRA Positions, Open Hand Atlanta

Our team works closely with Open Hand Atlanta to evaluate their food security and nutrition programs in metro Atlanta and across Georgia.  We are looking for enthusiastic and outgoing Atlanta based data collectors to support in person qualitative and survey data collection, data management and analysis as well as report writing several of these projects. This opportunity can serve to fulfill practicum requirements or provide data or other activities to fulfill a thesis. 

Job Description

Our team has paid GRA positions available with our Open Hand Atlanta Evaluation partnership. One GRA position is available immediately for a REAL eligible MPH student, several other GRA positions will be available this summer. GRAs can choose from several evaluation projects and be involved in different types of program evaluation activities including M&E plan development, tool development / revision; data management; qualitative data collection and analysis, survey data collection and analysis, support with grant writing, report writing, developing infographics, etc. As students develop a relationship with a particular project they are able to take on leadership and management activities as well. This is a great opportunity to develop skills, work with Atlanta communities and a great community partner and get paid! I am prioritizing first year MPH and MDP students. Students that succeed in this work have strong interpersonal skills, take initiative, are flexible and able to work independently. The different evaluations we currently work on with Open Hand and our GRA needs for these are detailed below.

Produce Prescription Programs — this 6-month program works with healthcare partners in metro Atlanta and hospital systems in south GA to provide produce vouchers, interactive cooking and nutrition education, and social support to reduce food insecurity, enhance nutrition and mitigate chronic disease risk. Seeking — 1 GRA with reliable access to transportation to support survey and qualitative data collection, data analysis and report writing. Metro Atlanta travel required; travel to south GA optional. Availability between the hours of 10:30am – 1pm on Tuesdays, Wednesdays, or Thursdays is ideal. This would be an excellent practicum / thesis opportunity! 

Cooking Matters Kids and Teens (CMKT) – our team manages the state-wide data for Open Hand’s CMKT program which empowers youth with interactive cooking, food literacy and nutrition education. Seeking – 1 GRA to take over from a current second year. GRA manages all data entry, data management, analysis and reporting to Open Hand.  This work is 100% remote with the exception of occasional travel to Open Hand’s office to pick up surveys. 

WIC – Cooking Matters – provides interactive cooking and nutrition education sessions in Women, Infants, & Children (WIC) clinics in 2 GA public health districts. Current evaluation activities involve management and analysis of data and report writing. Seeking – 1 GRA to support data management, analysis and reporting. All activities are currently remote but we anticipate returning to in-person data collection in the near future, pending COVID rates. At that time, we will likely take on additional GRAs to support data collection. There is the opportunity to analyze data from previous years for the purpose of producing a thesis or manuscript.

Fresh MARTA markets – Emory is the evaluator for the Fresh MARTA markets program implemented by Open Hand, Common Markets, and MARTA. Seeking: 2-3 GRAs to support tool refinement, data collection, data management, data analysis and report writing from July-October. There is also the opportunity to analyze data from previous years for the purpose of producing a thesis or manuscript. All data collection activities occur at MARTA stations across the city so GRAs must have reliable access to transportation or MARTA. 

Public Health Competencies: 2. Select quantitative and qualitative data collection methods appropriate for a given public health context, 3. Analyze quantitative and qualitative data using biostatistics, informatics, computer-based programming and software as appropriate, 4. Interpret results of data analysis for public health research, policy or practice, 7. Assess population needs, assets and capacities that affect communities’ health, 9. Design a population-based policy, program, project or intervention, 11. Select methods to evaluate public health programs, 18. Select communication strategies for different audiences and sectors, 19. Communicate audience-appropriate public health content, both in writing and through oral presentation, 21. Perform effectively on interprofessional teams

2023 Center for Preparedness and Response ORISE Summer Fellowship

CDC Office and Location: There are multiple fellowship opportunities available in the Center for Preparedness and Response (CPR) at the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) in Atlanta, Georgia. 

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) is one of the major operation components of the Department of Health and Human Services. CDC works to protect America from health, safety and security threats, both foreign and in the U.S. Whether diseases start at home or abroad, are chronic or acute, curable or preventable, human error or deliberate attack, CDC fights disease and supports communities and citizens to do the same.

Within the CDC, the Center for Preparedness and Response (CPR) has primary oversight and responsibility for all programs that comprise CDC’s public health preparedness and response portfolio.  Through an all-hazards approach to preparedness, focusing on threats from natural, biological, chemical, nuclear, and radiological events, CPR helps the nation prepare for and respond to urgent threats to the public’s health. It carries out its mission by emphasizing accountability through performance, progress through public health science, and collaboration through partnerships.

Research Project: You will participate on projects that help the Center for Preparedness and Response (CPR) advance the Nation’s preparedness and response for public health emergencies and emerging threats. They include natural, biological, chemical, nuclear, and radiological events.

You’ll gain experience in agency- and center-led efforts to meet the preparedness and response challenges of tomorrow. As a fellow, you might:

• Review and analyze quantitative and qualitative data.
• Help develop and present public health communication materials.
• Research and analyze public health policy.
• Collaborate with scientific teams and workgroups.
• Contribute to data modernization, knowledge management, and advancing the science of public health.

Your contributions—regardless of your assignment—will help CDC improve the preparedness and response capabilities of every community, including your own.

Learning Objectives: This appointment will allow the participant to gain hands-on experience in activities and projects that supports the CPR mission of advancing the Nation’s preparedness and response for public health emergencies and threats.

Mentor(s): The mentor for this opportunity is Thayes Carswell (tqc1 [at] cdc [dot] gov). If you have questions about the nature of the research please contact the mentor(s).

For more information and to apply, please click here.

Epidemiology Graduate Intern, Johnson & Johnson

At Johnson & Johnson, we use technology and the power of teamwork to discover new ways to prevent and overcome the world’s the most significant healthcare challenges. Our Corporate, Consumer Health, Medical Devices, and Pharmaceutical teams leverage data, real-world insights, and creative minds to make life-changing healthcare products and medicines. We’re disrupting outdated healthcare ecosystems and infusing them with transformative ideas to help people thrive throughout every stage of their lives. With a reach of more than a billion people every day, there’s no limit to the impact you can make here. Are you ready to reimagine healthcare?

Here, your career breakthroughs will change the future of health, in all the best ways. And you’ll change, too. You’ll be inspired, and you’ll inspire people across the world to change how they care for themselves and those they love. Amplify your impact. Join us!

Qualifications

The primary responsibilities of the Epidemiology Intern will be to assist with the management of epidemiologic studies and / or literature reviews to characterize incidence, prevalence, risk factors, and associated comorbidities and treatment patterns for disease conditions across a wide range of Janssen’s TA portfolio , for example, pregnancy outcomes, tuberculosis, or other public health areas.

Additionally, the Intern may assist with the conduct of quantitative analyses of public use and private data sources, and will gain experience with epidemiologic study design, methods and data analysis. In addition to their direct supervisor, the Intern will work closely with other colleagues in the Epidemiology department to gain breadth of exposure and experience working in an industry-based research group. The Epidemiology Graduate Intern will work under the supervision of more senior members of the department.

Ideally, the candidate will commit to 30-40 hours per week for a minimum of 10 weeks (~mid-May through ~mid-August). This is a paid position based on education level and experience.

Qualifications

• Enrolled in an academic program pursuing a Master’s Degree or PhD in epidemiology, public health, statistics, or a related field, with at least one year of graduate level course work completed.

• Excellent interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills. (English)

• Familiarity with statistical analysis software.

• Experience writing literature reviews, research protocols, grant proposals, or manuscripts preferred.

At Johnson & Johnson, we’re on a mission to change the trajectory of health for humanity. That starts by creating the world’s healthiest workforce. Through cutting-edge programs and policies, we empower the physical, mental, emotional and financial health of our employees and the ones they love. As such, candidates offered employment must show proof of COVID-19 vaccination or secure an approved accommodation prior to the commencement of employment to support the well-being of our employees, their families and the communities in which we live and work.

Johnson & Johnson is an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.

For more information and to apply, please click here.

Summer Internship Program, NIH

The NIH Summer Internship Program is currently open for applications. This is a fantastic opportunity for students at almost any level (undergrad/grad/medical) to gain paid experience in research. Details are at the links below. 

2023 Guidelines for the Summer Internship Program (SIP) 

• Student eligibility requirements can be found here:

SIP website: https://www.training.nih.gov/programs/sip  

• Students must apply through the OITE application system and meet eligibility requirements (per NIH guidelines).  
• We accept candidates who are full-time students at the time of application.  Students who have graduated and are matriculating at the next level of education are still eligible.
• Students who have already participated in the Summer Internship Program for 2 years are NOT eligible to intern at NIEHS in 2023.
• The NIEHS SIP has a minimum duration of 8 weeks and a maximum of 12 weeks.  Start dates for 2023 will be May 15^th, May 22^nd, and June 5^th.  

The Notice of NIH’s Interest in Diversity specifically addresses how experiences such as SIP are not equally available to all students: “In spite of tremendous advancements in scientific research, information, educational and research opportunities are not equally available to all. NIH encourages institutions to diversify their student and faculty populations to enhance the participation of individuals from groups that are underrepresented in the biomedical, clinical, behavioral and social sciences…”

Graduate Research Assistant, Georgia Center for Cancer Statistics