Cancer Research Training Award (CRTA) Fellows Sought
June 2006- Associate Coordinator for the Coordination, Communication, and Administration Unit, Breast and Colon Cancer Family Registries
- Associate Coordinator for the Cancer Genetics Network
- Associate Communications Coordinator for EGRP
Associate Coordinator
Coordination, Communication, and Administration Unit
Breast and Colon Cancer Family Registries
The National Cancer Institute (NCI) seeks a fellow to work in its Epidemiology and Genetics Research Program (EGRP), Division of Cancer Control and Population Sciences (DCCPS). EGRP manages a comprehensive program of grant-supported, population-based research on the determinants of cancer and supports 500 research grants. NCI is the primary federal agency responsible for cancer research and is part of the National Institutes of Health (NIH), U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS). EGRP's offices are located in Rockville, Md., a suburb of Washington, D.C. EGRP Web site at epi.grants.cancer.gov.
This Cancer Research Training Award (CRTA) position is a one-year full-time fellowship award. The fellowship offers a rich learning experience with the opportunity to work with many scientists and public health professionals from a variety of epidemiological and genetics research disciplines. The environment is stimulating and collegial.
The CRTA fellow will be Associate Coordinator for the Coordination, Communication, and Administration Unit (CCAU), Breast and Colon Cancer Family Registries (CFRs) and related familial consortia. The CFRs are international research infrastructures for investigators interested in conducting population and clinic-based interdisciplinary studies on the genetic and molecular epidemiology of breast cancer and its behavioral implications. They have information and biospecimens contributed by more than 23,300 families across the spectrum of risk for breast or colon cancer. CFRs Web site.
The CRTA fellow will facilitate and oversee the activities of a series of contractors in charge of: a) implementation and coordination of CFRs' communication and administration activities, including teleconferences, meetings, minutes, production of descriptive papers, newsletters, program site visits, archives maintenance and updating, and literature searches; b) scientific project review; and c) maintenance and usability improvement of the CFRs Web site.
He/she will be a liaison to the CFR Informatics Support Center and CFR participating sites. The fellow also will work with the EGRP scientist who is the CFR Program Officer, staff, and investigators to coordinate activities pertinent to supported familial consortia. He/she will oversee the scheduling and coordination of meetings and teleconferences, assure smooth communication between contractors responsible for various components of the CFRs, liaison with other EGRP-supported familial consortia, participate in meetings with EGRP and other NCI Division staff, write minutes, coordinate follow-up actions, and solicit and coordinate input on CFRs' process and policies. The fellow will have the opportunity to participate in CFR-related research.
Qualifications
- A Master-level degree preferably in communication, sciences, or public health
- A basic understanding of epidemiologic principles
- Experience with scientific literature and databases
- Knowledge of Web site usability
- Strong organizational, planning, problem solving, and project management skills
- Data management skills (i.e., proficiency with Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, and Word)
- Excellent interpersonal skills with an ability to work with a wide range of people
- Ability to work independently and creatively
- Must be a U.S. citizen or resident alien and be at least 16 years of age. A candidate with an I-551 stamp in their passport can also qualify since this is temporary verification of permanent residency status pending issuance of the green card. Individuals with "Employment Authorization" documents (EADs) do not meet eligibility criteria
Stipend and Benefits
The stipend is commensurate with education and experience. The stipend
range for a trainee with a Master's degree is $28,400 - $37,200. Health
benefits are included. Renewal of the fellowship is based on demonstrated
progress by mutual agreement among the fellow, supervisor, Associate Director
(Acting), and Division Director, and must be in compliance with NIH Duration
policy for non-tenured staff. Some flexibility in work hours is allowed.
Start Date
The CRTA start date is negotiable with July 1, 2006, being the earliest start
date.
Application Requirements and Information
- Cover letter with an explanation of how the CRTA fellowship will further your career goals.
- One-page statement describing your interest and experience in organizational and health communications as it pertains to EGRP.
- Two letters of reference from supervisors or professors. Please include the e-mail addresses and phone numbers for your references.
- CV or resume.
- Undergraduate and graduate transcript. (If official transcript is unavailable electronically, an unofficial transcript is acceptable with the remainder of the application packet; however, an official transcript must follow by mail.)
Please send application materials to:
Nonye Harvey, M.P.H., Program Analyst
Epidemiology and Genetics Research Program
Division of Cancer Control and Population Sciences
Executive Plaza North, Room 5105, MSC 7324
6130 Executive Boulevard
Bethesda, MD 20892-7324
c/o E-mail: epimeeting@mail.nih.gov
DHHS, NIH, NCI are Equal Opportunity Employers
Associate Coordinator
Cancer Genetics Network
The National Cancer Institute (NCI) seeks a fellow to work in its Epidemiology and Genetics Research Program (EGRP), Division of Cancer Control and Population Sciences (DCCPS). EGRP manages a comprehensive program of grant-supported, population-based research on the determinants of cancer and supports 500 research grants. NCI is the primary federal agency responsible for cancer research and is part of the National Institutes of Health (NIH), U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS). EGRP's offices are located in Rockville, Md., a suburb of Washington, D.C. CGN Web site.
This Cancer Research Training Award (CRTA) position is a one-year full-time fellowship award. The fellowship offers a rich learning experience with the opportunity to work with many scientists and public health professionals from a variety of epidemiological and genetics research disciplines. The environment is stimulating and collegial.
The CRTA fellow will be Associate Administrator for the Cancer Genetics Network (CGN). The CGN supports research on the genetic basis of human cancer susceptibility, the integration of this information into medical practice, and the psychosocial, legal, and public health issues associated with human genetics. Its interests include gene discovery and characterization, gene-environment interaction, and translational and behavioral research. The database has information on 26,000 individuals (16,000 families) with cancer and/or a family history of cancer who have expressed interest in participating in CGN studies. Researchers come to the CGN to recruit participants for specific studies and/or to obtain data and/or biospecimens on the enrollees. CGN Web site: epi.grants.cancer.gov/CGN
The CRTA fellow will be a coordinator and administrator for the CGN contract, working closely with the EGRP scientist who is CGN Project Officer. The CGN's goal in this new contract phase is to promote use of the enrollee database by investigators. The contract is being awarded to one center, the CGN Data Coordinating Center (DCC). The fellow will help evaluate the DCC's progress, schedule and coordinate meetings about the contract, participate in meetings with EGRP and other Division staff, write minutes, and coordinate follow-up actions. There is opportunity to participate in CGN-related research. The goal for the fellow's training is to achieve competence in managing a complex, multi-center cancer epidemiology research resource.
Qualifications
- Some training in genetics
- Minimum of Bachelor's degree and at least 2 years experience in public health or genetics research, or work in a clinical setting; or transcript and documentation of a Master's degree; or enrollment in, or completion of, a doctoral program with preferably less than 5 years but no more than 8 years postdoctoral or medical training.
- Knowledge of hardware and software systems is an advantage because the DCC will utilize cutting edge informatics technology
- Knowledge of public health education and/or communication is a plus
- Strong organizational, planning, problem solving, and project management skills.
- Data management skills (i.e., proficiency with Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, and Word)
- Excellent interpersonal skills with an ability to work with a wide range of people
- Ability to work independently and creatively
- Must be a U.S. citizen or resident alien and be at least 16 years of age. A candidate with an I-551 stamp in their passport can also qualify since this is temporary verification of permanent residency status pending issuance of the green card. Individuals with "Employment Authorization" documents (EADs) do not meet eligibility criteria.
Stipend and Benefits
The stipend is commensurate with education and experience. The stipend
range for a trainee is $24,000 - $37,100 with a Bachelor's degree, and
$28,400 - $37,200 with a Master's degree. Health benefits are included. Renewal
of the fellowship is based on demonstrated progress by mutual agreement among
the fellow, supervisor, Associate Director (Acting), and Division Director,
and must be in compliance with NIH Duration policy for non-tenured staff. Some
flexibility in work hours is allowed.
Start Date
The CRTA start date is negotiable with July 1, 2006, being the earliest start
date.
Application Requirements and Information
- Cover letter with an explanation of how the CRTA fellowship will further your career goals.
- One-page statement describing your interest and experience as it pertains to EGRP.
- Two letters of reference from supervisors or professors. Please include the e-mail addresses and phone numbers for your references.
- CV or resume.
- Undergraduate and graduate transcript. (If official transcript is unavailable electronically, an unofficial transcript is acceptable with the remainder of the application packet; however, an official transcript must follow by mail.)
Please send application materials and inquiries to:
Nonye Harvey, M.P.H., Program Analyst
Epidemiology and Genetics Research Program
Division of Cancer Control and Population Sciences
6130 Executive Boulevard, Room 5105, MSC 7324
Bethesda, MD 20892-7324
c/o E-mail: epimeeting@mail.nih.gov
DHHS, NIH, NCI are Equal Opportunity Employers
Associate Communications Coordinator
Epidemiology and Genetics Research Program
The National Cancer Institute (NCI) seeks a fellow to work in its Epidemiology and Genetics Research Program (EGRP), Division of Cancer Control and Population Sciences (DCCPS). EGRP manages a comprehensive program of grant-supported, population-based research on the determinants of cancer. NCI is the primary federal agency responsible for cancer research and is part of the National Institutes of Health (NIH), U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS). EGRP's offices are located in Rockville, Md., a suburb of Washington, D.C. EGRP Web site at epi.grants.cancer.gov.
This Cancer Research Training Award (CRTA) position is a one-year full-time fellowship award. The fellowship offers a rich learning experience with the opportunity to work with many scientists and public health professionals from a variety of epidemiological and genetics research disciplines. The environment is stimulating and collegial.
The CRTA fellow will be Associate Communications Coordinator for the Epidemiology and Genetics Research Program (EGRP). This is a position for someone with good writing and editing skills interested in preparing and disseminating communications products about cancer epidemiology and grants-related activities to benefit various audiences. These audiences include researchers, congressional leaders, the public, and media. The types of products include exhibit/display, research summaries, fact sheets, newsletters, news articles, briefing documents, scientific posters, PowerPoint presentations, and Web-based and ListServ content. The fellow also will help develop and implement plans to publicize information and resources developed by EGRP, DCCPS, and/or NCI to our grantees and prospective grantees. Communications are in print, Web-based, and via ListServ. The fellow will gain experience in these areas by working closely with EGRP's Director of Communications.
The CRTA fellow also will make arrangements for EGRP's exhibit and related materials to be at conferences and meetings, and staff the exhibit as the Program's representative. The fellow will help provide to staff scientists communications expertise for projects, workshops, and other events, and will work with contractors that provide graphics and Web support for EGRP.
There are opportunities to attend seminars, workshops, and conferences to further learning about cancer epidemiology, and journalism and public health communications principles and practices.
Qualifications
- A Master-level degree preferably in communication, sciences, or public health
- A basic understanding of epidemiologic principles
- Knowledge of Web site usability preferable
- Strong organizational, planning, problem solving, and project management skills
- Data management skills (i.e., proficiency with Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, and Word)
- Excellent interpersonal skills with an ability to work with a wide range of people
- Ability to work independently and creatively
- Must be a U.S. citizen or resident alien and be at least 16 years of age. A candidate with an I-551 stamp in their passport can also qualify since this is temporary verification of permanent residency status pending issuance of the green card. Individuals with "Employment Authorization" documents (EADs) do not meet eligibility criteria.
Stipend and Benefits
The stipend is commensurate with education and experience. The stipend
range for a trainee with a Master's degree is $28,400 - $37,200. Health
benefits are included. Renewal of the fellowship is based on demonstrated
progress by mutual agreement among the fellow, supervisor, Associate Director
(Acting), and Division Director, and must be in compliance with NIH Duration
policy for non-tenured staff. Some flexibility in work hours is allowed.
Start Date
The CRTA start date is negotiable with July 1, 2006, being the earliest start
date.
Application Requirements and Information
- Cover letter with an explanation of how the CRTA fellowship will further your career goals.
- One-page statement describing your interest and experience in organizational and health communications as it pertains to EGRP.
- Two letters of reference from supervisors or professors. Please include the e-mail addresses and phone numbers for your references.
- CV or resume.
- Undergraduate and graduate transcript. (If official transcript is unavailable electronically, an unofficial transcript is acceptable with the remainder of the application packet; however, an official transcript must follow by mail.)
Please send application materials to:
Nonye Harvey, M.P.H., Program Analyst
Epidemiology and Genetics Research Program
Division of Cancer Control and Population Sciences
Executive Plaza North, Room 5105, MSC 7324
6130 Executive Boulevard
Bethesda, MD 20892-7324
c/o E-mail: epimeeting@mail.nih.gov
DHHS, NIH, NCI are Equal Opportunity Employers
