New Brunswick, New Jersey: Fellowship in Health Policy & Philanthropy, Rutgers University and Robert Wood Johnson Foundation

Fellowship in Health Policy & Philanthropy POSTED: Apr 24

Salary: Open
Location: New Brunswick, New Jersey
Employer: Rutgers University
Type: Full Time - Experienced
Category: academic / research Required Education: Masters


Description
Applications are sought for a fellowship in health policy and philanthropy jointly sponsored by the Robert Wood Johnson Foundation and the Center for State Health Policy at Rutgers University. At the Center, fellows participate in policy research projects aimed at informing, supporting and stimulating effective health policy in New Jersey and around the nation. At the Foundation, they assist in synthesizing findings from research and evaluation projects for dissemination to policy audiences and the general public. These experiences offer fellows distinctive opportunities to enhance their policy analysis and research skills, refine their ability to translate research results into accessible policy briefs and get a firsthand view of the functioning of a major foundation and its efforts to maximize the impact of its grant-making.

Fellows work with study investigators providing data collection and analytic support at the University and with the Foundation's teams disseminating findings relevant to childhood obesity, human capital, health insurance coverage, public health, quality and inequality, vulnerable populations and pioneer projects. The fellowship is a one-year, grant-funded position with the possibility of a one-year renewal. Fellows are entitled to comprehensive health and retirement benefits offered by Rutgers University.

The fellowship requires strong writing skills and ability to synthesize research findings; a master's degree in a social science discipline, policy analysis/administration or public health with at least two years experience in social research projects; or a related bachelor's degree with five years of experience. Successful candidates must have excellent interpersonal, time management and communication skills. Knowledge of software for statistical or qualitative analysis is preferred.

To apply, submit a resume/curriculum vitae and a statement of interest by following the link: uhr.rutgers.edu/jobpostings/aps/Detail.asp?id=08-000156. Later in the process, candidates may be asked to complete a writing assignment. The position is available immediately and applications will be considered until it is filled.
The Center for State Health Policy, located within the Institute for Health, Health Care Policy and Aging Research at Rutgers University, serves the health policy needs of New Jersey as well as other states. More than 20 faculty and research staff from diverse disciplines work on a wide range of research and technical assistance projects related to health and long-term care policy. The Robert Wood Johnson Foundation is the nation's largest philanthropy devoted exclusively to improving the health and health care of all Americans. It works with a diverse group of organizations and individuals to identify solutions and achieve comprehensive, meaningful, and timely change.

Rutgers is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer.

Paris, Rhone-Alpes, France: Postdoctoral Fellowships (epidemiology eligible), Institut Pasteur

Posted: Thursday, February 21, 2008
Job ID: 20340

Job Title: Postdoctoral Fellowships
Employer: Institut Pasteur
Job Location: Paris, Rhone-Alpes, France


POSTDOCTORAL FELLOWSHIPS Institut Pasteur, Paris, France

Come work in Paris at the Institut Pasteur, a world-renowned, private, biomedical research organization! We invite applications from outstanding Fellowship candidates to any of 138 laboratories within our 10 departments. Areas include: developmental and cell biology, epidemiology, immunology genomes, genetics, microbiology, neuroscience, structural biology, parasitology, mycology and virology. Deadlines vary; see website for details. Annual package is $70,000 for three years. U.S. citizenship required

E-mail: pasteurus@aol.com Website: http://www.pasteurfoundation.org

Irvine, CA: Postdoc - Geospatial Analysis (Epidemiology of Malaria), University of California, Irvine

Postdoc - Geospatial Analysis (Epidemiology of Malaria)
Posted by: University of California, Irvine
Posted date: 17-Apr-08

One postdoctoral scholar position in the area of data management and geospatial analysis is available immediately to study the epidemiology of malaria and population ecology of African malaria mosquitoes and malaria parasites. This position is an integral part of the research team aiming at better understanding of malaria transmission and development of new vector control methods in western Kenya highlands. This position will be primarily based in Kisumu, western Kenya.

Requirements - The candidate must hold a Ph.D. degree and possess a good publication record. The candidate should have a strong background in biostatistics, GIS, epidemiology, or spatial statistics. Prior experience on mosquitoes or malaria parasites is preferred, but is not required.

Application Procedure - Please email or send a letter describing your research interests, a CV and three reference letters to:

Dr. Guiyun Yan
Program in Public Health
Room 3038, Hewitt Hall
University of California at Irvine
Irvine, CA 92697-4050, USA
Email: guiyunyuci.edu
The University of California, Irvine is an equal opportunity employer committed to excellence through diversity, and has an NSF Advance program for gender equity.

Los Angeles: Research Associate, Preventative Medicine, Keck School of Medicine, University of Southern California

Requisition ID H15653
Job Title Research Associate
Division Keck School of Medicine
Department Preventative Medicine
Location Health Sciences Campus
Employment Full Time
Hiring Range $36,996-$41,996
Job Announcement The University of Southern California (USC), founded in 1880, is located in the heart of downtown L.A. and is the largest private employer in the City of Los Angeles. As an employee of USC, you will be a part of a world-class research university and a member of the “Trojan Family,” which is comprised of the faculty, students and staff that make the university what it is.

USC’s Keck School of Medicine, Preventative Medicine, is seeking a Research Associate to join its team.

Job Accountabilities:

• Analyzes research data, prepares manuscripts, for publication, and writes research grants.

• Prepares technical reports, analyzes epidemiology research data., summarizes results and prepares manuscripts of high scientific quality.

• Contributes to the development of research documents for publication.

• Plans, designs and conducts highly technical and complex research projects independently and in consultation with a supervisor.

• Analyzes and evaluates research data utilizing computers and provides interpretations requiring significant knowledge of a specialized area of research. Searches literature, utilizing all available resources including electronic, regarding new methodology and designs experiments accordingly.

• Contributes to the development of research documentation for publication and/or prepares technical reports, papers and/or records.

• Identifies researches, compiles and evaluates data sources, background information and/or technology related to area of specialization.

• Operates and maintains sophisticated laboratory/scientific equipment.
Minimum Qualifications Ph.D. or equivalent doctorate and 1 year experience.

Directly related education and experience in research specialization with advanced knowledge of equipment, procedures and analysis methods.
Preferred Qualifications Solid statistical and epidemiologic knowledge. Proficiency programming in Stata for SAS.

The University of Southern California values diversity and is committed to equal opportunity in employment.

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New York: Mentored Clinical and Translational Research Fellowship, Weill Medical College of Cornell University

Mentored Clinical and Translational Research Fellowship
Weill Medical College of Cornell University
New York, New York

JOB DETAILS
Empire Clinical Research Investigator Program
Mentored Clinical and Translational Research Fellowship
Hepatitis C in Substance-Using Populations
July 1, 2008-June 30, 2009 (1 position)
July 1, 2009-June 30, 2010 (1 position)

TITLE: Mentored Clinical and Translational Research Fellowship JOB #: 792910
LOCATION: New York, New York FULL TIME/PART TIME: Full Time
CLIENT: Weill Medical College of Cornell University PERMANENT/TEMPORARY: Regular
POSTED: 04/14/2008 EMPLOYMENT/CONTRACT WORK: Employment
REPLY SENT: NO VISA WAIVER AVAILABLE: Not specified

DESCRIPTION:
Weill Cornell Medical College and the Center for the Study of Hepatitis C are seeking two one-year fellows or one two-year fellow for a mentored clinical and translational research fellowship. The focus of the fellowship will be on hepatitis C in substance-using populations, including its epidemiology, virology, immunology, and treatment. The objective of the fellowship is to provide a junior physician-scientist with a strong foundation in the principles and skills necessary for a successful career as an independent clinical investigator. The fellow will receive training, experience, supervision, and mentoring in clinical and translational research study conceptualization, design, implementation and management, data analysis and interpretation, manuscript development and submission, research ethics, and grant writing. Mentorship, formal coursework, and seminars and scientific meetings will focus on the following areas: epidemiology, clinical trials, the immunology, virology, and treatment of acute and chronic hepatitis C, substance abuse, harm reduction, and multidisciplinary care for disadvantaged populations. Masters degree available.
Qualifications
(1) MD or equivalent degree
(2) Completion of post-graduate training in internal medicine or the equivalent (by start date)
(3) Demonstrated interest in clinical research (e.g., previous research activities and/or training)
(4) Interest in providing care to disadvantaged populations, esp. the urban poor or patients with substance use disorders.
CONTACT:
Brian R. Edlin, M.D.
Associate Professor of Medicine and Public Health
Center for the Study of Hepatitis C

Weill Medical College of Cornell University
411 E. 69th St., Room KB-319
New York, NY 10021

Phone: (212) 746-4870
Fax: (212) 746 1241

bre2002@med.cornell.edu

Submit C.V. (electronically or in hard copy) by April 28 for the position starting July 1, 2008.

Seattle, WA: Postdoctoral Research Associate (statistical methods for genome-wide studies), Fred Hutchinson Cancer Research Center

Postdoctoral Research Associate

Employer: Fred Hutchinson Cancer Research Center

Location: Seattle, WA United States

Last Updated: 4/18/2008

Job Code: 21679


Job Title: Postdoctoral Research Associate
Job ID: 21679
Location: FHCRC


About Us
Fred Hutchinson Cancer Research Center, home of three Nobel laureates, is an independent, nonprofit research institution dedicated to the development and advancement of biomedical research to eliminate cancer and other potentially fatal diseases. Recognized internationally for its pioneering work in bone-marrow transplantation, the Center’s four scientific divisions collaborate to form a unique environment for conducting basic and applied science. The Hutchinson Center, in collaboration with its clinical and research partners, the University of Washington and Children’s Hospital and Regional Medical Center, is the only National Cancer Institute-designated comprehensive cancer center in the Pacific Northwest. Join us and make a difference.
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Responsibilities
The Biostatistics and Biomathematics Department in the Public Health Sciences Division is recruiting a postdoctoral associate to develop statistical methods and algorithms for analyzing a genome-wide association study. This genome-wide scan is an NCI funded multiple-year project with the goal to identify susceptibility genes associated with cancer risk and to investigate interaction between genes and environmental factors. The postdoctoral research associate will work with faculty-level biostatisticians and epidemiologists to implement new or modify existing algorithms for a broad application to the data.

The qualified individual works with biostatisticians and other scientists (including epidemiologists and basic scientists) in the analysis, interpretation and reporting of results. Primary responsibilities are developing methods, designing and implementing (programming) algorithms, and performing data analyses for genome-wide association studies.
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Major Duties
• Develop statistical methods for analyzing genomic data

• Implement computational algorithms for analyzing data.

• Test and debug new and modified programs and applications.

• Generate a variety of reports as required.

• Analyze a genome-wide association study
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Qualifications
A Ph.D. in biostatistics, statistics, computer science, applied math, math, or related field is required. Strong programming skills with R and SAS and experience working with LINUX are required. Experience with statistical and computational methods for the analysis of complex, high-dimensional genotype data is desirable, as is knowledge of C, FORTRAN, PERL or PYTHON. To be successful in this position, the postdoctoral associate must be detail-oriented, have excellent verbal and written communication skills, and must have demonstrated the ability to work independently and take initiative in a diverse environment.
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Pay,Benefits, & Work Schedule
Full time position
Salary based on NIH scale + excellent benefits
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Other Information
This is position no. 21679.
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How To Apply
To apply for this position, please send cover letter, curriculum vitae, and the contact information for three professional references to:

Käthe Watanabe
Human Resources Specialist
Fred Hutchinson Cancer Research Center
Human Resources, J1-105
P.O. Box 19024
Seattle, WA 98109-1024
Email: kwatanab@fhcrc.org
Fax: 206-667-4051
Web site: http://www.fhcrc.org
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Equal Employment Opportunity
The Fred Hutchinson Cancer Research Center and The Seattle Cancer Care Alliance are equal opportunity employers, committed to workforce diversity.

Boston, Massachusetts: Cardiovascular Research Fellowships, NIH-funded, Harvard Medical School/Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center

Posted: Thursday, April 10, 2008
Job ID: 23136

Job Title: Cardiovascular Research Fellowships
Employer: Harvard Medical School/Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center
Job Location: Boston, Massachusetts, United States
As seen in the 11 April issue of Science:


CARDIOVASCULAR RESEARCH FELLOWSHIPS
Harvard Medical School/Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center

NIH-funded Postdoctoral Fellowships available in the Cardiovascular Institute at the Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center, a major Harvard teaching hospital. Mentored research available in a broad range of topics including molecular mechanisms of heart failure, vascular disease, and arrhythmia, as well as clinical research in epidemiology, imaging, and outcomes. Applicants must have a Ph.D. and/or M.D. degree and be a citizen or permanent resident of the United States. Women and underrepresented minorities are particularly encouraged to apply.

To be considered, please send curriculum vitae with a cover letter describing research interests and career goals to Dr. Anthony Rosenzweig, Director of Cardiovascular Research, c/o Amy Hayward, Administrative Manager, at e-mail: ahayward@bidmc.harvard.edu.

Washington DC: Post-doctoral scientist, Cancer Genetics and Epidemiology Program, Lombardi Comprehensive Cancer Center, Georgetown University

Posted: Tuesday, April 08, 2008
Job ID: 23080

Job Title: Post-doctoral scientist
Employer: Georgetown University
Job Location: Washington, District of Columbia, United States
Post-doctoral scientist positions at Lombardi Comprehensive Cancer Center, Georgetown University, Washington DC

Several post-doctoral scientist positions in the Cancer Genetics and Epidemiology Program of Lombardi Comprehensive Cancer Center, Georgetown University, Washington D.C. are available to participate in research in cancer prevention and genetic susceptibility to cancer. Projects involve population-based study of genetic and environmental risk factors of cancer, identifying biomarkers of cancer risk and clinical outcome, and examining gene-environment interactions to better understand the pathogenesis of bladder and breast cancer. The positions require a Ph.D. or M.D./Ph.D. with education and experience in Molecular Cytogenetics, Cancer Pathology, Human Genetics, and/or Cancer Molecular Epidemiology.

Interested individual should send a curriculum vitae, a letter describing research interests and three letters of recommendation to: Dr. Yun-Ling Zheng, Cancer Genetic and Epidemiology Program, Lombardi Comprehensive Cancer Center, 3800 Reservoir Road NW, LL Level, Room S-169, Washington, DC 20057-1465 or electronically to yz37@georgetown.edu.

Cambridge, UK: PhD studentships in Statistics, Cambridge Statistics Initiative, University of Cambridge

PhD studentships in Statistics
Statistical Laboratory
University of Cambridge

Limit of tenure applies*

Applications are invited for PhD studentships associated with the Cambridge Statistics Initiative. This Initiative is targeted at the development of novel statistical methodology, be it generic or in specific application areas.

The studentships will provide funding for fees, and a stipend at least equivalent to the national minimum (£12940 for the academic year 2008/09), for a minimum period of 3 years commencing on 1 October 2008.

The studentships will be based in the Statistical Laboratory, Department of Pure Mathematics and Mathematical Statistics, Centre for Mathematical Sciences, Wilberforce Road, Cambridge CB3 0WB (http://www.statslab.cam.ac.uk).

Applicants must qualify for admission to the PhD programme at the University of Cambridge. They should normally hold (or expect to be awarded) a first class UK honours degree or equivalent and a postgraduate qualification in Mathematics or Statistics.

Academic enquires, which should include a CV and an indication of possible research topics, should be directed to Professor A.P. Dawid, apd@statslab.cam.ac.uk. Enquires regarding the application process should be directed to Dr. R.J. Samworth, rjs57@statslab.cam.ac.uk.

* Limit of tenure: 3 years

Closing date: 30 April 2008.

Irvine, CA: Postdoctoral Researcher, infectious disease, University of California, Irvine

Job Title: Postdoctoral Researcher
Employer: University of California, Irvine
Job Location: Irvine, California, United States

One or more Postdoctoral Scholar positions are available to develop computational analyses and mathematical models of infectious diseases. The project will be jointly supervised by Robin Bush and Steven Frank, with opportunity to interact with a diverse group of evolutionary geneticists and infectious disease biologists at the University of California, Irvine (http://ecoevo.bio.uci.edu). This position provides an opportunity to develop an independent line of research and to collaborate with our group on quantitative problems. Potential projects include computational analyses of molecular data, computational tools for inference, or dynamical models of epidemiology and evolution. Our research is funded by the NIH NIGMS MIDAS program ( http://www.epimodels.org); the successful candidate will have opportunity to participate in MIDAS meetings and related activities.

This position requires a Ph.D. and a record of published research in areas related to molecular evolution, epidemiology, computational or mathematical biology. We require computational experience and quantitative skills, including competence in at least one commonly used programming language. Positions are initially for one year, with possibility of renewal. The positions are currently open, and the starting date is negotiable.

All qualified candidates, including women and minority candidates, are encouraged to apply. Applicants should submit a cover letter, a curriculum vitae, and the names, addresses and phone numbers of two references by email only to:
Dr. Robin Bush
Department of Ecology and Evolutionary Biology
359 Steinhaus Hall
University of California, Irvine
Irvine, CA 92697-2525
rmbush@uci.edu

Cincinnati, Ohio: Research Fellow / Research Associate, obesity research, Cincinnati Children's Hospital Medical Center

Title: Research Fellow / Research Associate
Req Number: chmc-00015886
Department: Bariatric Surgery / 31-420010
Job Grade: UN

Start Time AM/PM: 8am
End Time AM/PM: 4:30pm
Work Shift: 1st shift
Hours Per Week: 40

Salary: -
Location(s): Cincinnati OH


PURPOSE OF POSITION: To design clinical trials and to collect, summarize and analyze data from for multiple ongoing research projects. To assist in the management of a clinical research staff, graduate students, and fellows to meet the goals of ongoing, funded clinical research projects. To perform independent research and contribute to a teaching environment that will enhance the understanding of career advancement for students, trainees, and coordinators within the Center for Bariatric Research and Innovation (the Center).

MAJOR DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
Experimental Design, Project Management, Data Analysis, and Scientific Writing
1. Team with experienced PI to design clinical trials suited to the goals of the Center. Generate testable hypotheses and outline statistical methods for testing hypotheses and perform sample size and power analyses..
2. Be responsible for daily supervision of a team of 3-5 clinical research coordinators, fellows, and students performing primary data collection and management. Have familiarity with secure databases to facilitate a close working relationship with a data management and coordinating staff within the bariatric Data Coordinating Center at Cincinnati Children's Hospital Medical Center. Be responsible for summarizing and analyzing data generated from multiple surgical studies. Will work with other statistical staff within the Center for Biostatistics and Epidemiology if more advanced or custom analyses are required.
3. Analyze data using standard statistical methods, to include programming using SAS and/or SPSS. A working knowledge of Microsoft products including Access is also necessary.
4. Primary role in preparation of data for presentation at scientific meetings and participation in preparation and publication of manuscripts.

Research
5. Participate in grant preparation to obtain new funding from outside sources for research and teaching program. Work productively with the Center's grant manager for new applications and progress reports for ongoing grants.
6. Independent research projects will focus on bariatric surgery, pathophysiology treatment of pediatric obesity, or projects directly related to other ongoing clinical trials within the Center.
7. Have a working knowledge of Good Clinical Practice (GCP) and have ability to implement and monitor the conduct of studies using GCP.
8. Have ability to write and implement clinical protocols and consent forms and interact with study coordinator(s) to obtain IRB review of protocols, revisions, and annual progress reports.
9. Have a working knowledge of human research protection policies and comply with institutional policies and procedures governing protection of human subjects.
10. Publish findings and conclusions resulting from independent research in a timely fashion.

Teaching
11. Provide teaching of students, research fellows, and coordinators in the Center to increase understanding of general clinical research methods, statistical analysis, and study design.
12. Maintain currency in field through continuing education, literature and attendance at seminars and scientific meetings.

REQUIRED SKILLS: Excellent verbal, written and interpersonal communication skills. Capable of relating to diverse age and demographic backgrounds. Professional knowledge and administrative ability sufficient to plan and control activities and personnel. Analytical ability required to evaluate data, to make judgments and recommendations regarding operations and to design protocols. Possess organization, analysis, supervision and prioritization abilities. Knowledge of outside regulating agencies, roles and responsibilities. Knowledge of statistical techniques, methods and clinical trials methodology.

Ph.D. in Epidemiology or Social Sciences or M.D. with obesity/endocrine/metabolism expertise; applicants must have human subjects research experience.

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Seattle, WA: Post-Doctoral Research Fellow (cancer epidemiology), Program in Epidemiology, Fred Hutchinson Cancer Research Center

Job Title: Post-Doctoral Research Fellow
Job ID: 21295
Location: FHCRC
(reposted: 6/13/2008)

Full/Part Time: Full-Time
Regular/Temporary: Regular

About Us
Fred Hutchinson Cancer Research Center, home of three Nobel laureates, is an independent, nonprofit research institution dedicated to the development and advancement of biomedical research to eliminate cancer and other potentially fatal diseases. Recognized internationally for its pioneering work in bone-marrow transplantation, the Center’s four scientific divisions collaborate to form a unique environment for conducting basic and applied science. The Hutchinson Center, in collaboration with its clinical and research partners, the University of Washington and Children’s Hospital and Regional Medical Center, is the only National Cancer Institute-designated comprehensive cancer center in the Pacific Northwest. Join us and make a difference.
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Responsibilities
The Program in Epidemiology of the Fred Hutchinson Cancer Research Center conducts a wide range of studies to identify physical, chemical, and infectious agents; behavioral and host characteristics; and heritable factors that influence a person’s chances of developing cancer and to assess the impact of these factors on the cancer burden in human populations. Additional studies are designed to identify factors that influence cancer patients’ survival and their quality of life. The investigators and project within the Program also provide rich training opportunities for graduate students enrolled in the Epidemiology Department of the University of Washington’s School of Public Health and Community Medicine. Themes to research conducted within the Program in Epidemiology are the use of population-based study designs and the involvement of multi-disciplinary research teams.

The Program invites applications for two postdoctoral fellowship positions to work with faculty at the FHCRC and University of Washington in the design, conduct, and analysis of cancer epidemiology studies. Fellowships can be renewed annually for up to three years’ duration.
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Qualifications
The candidate must hold an M.D. or doctoral degree in epidemiology, biostatistics, genetics, or a related field and be a US citizen or resident alien. Strong communication and analytic skills, including knowledge of SAS and/or STATA are necessary. This is NOT a bench research position.

Applications will be accepted on an ongoing basis until the positions are filled.
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Pay,Benefits, & Work Schedule
Full time position
Salary based on NIH scale + excellent benefits
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Other Information
This is position no. 21295.
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How To Apply
To apply for this position, please send cover letter, curriculum vitae, and the contact information for three professional references to:

Käthe Watanabe
Human Resources Specialist
Fred Hutchinson Cancer Research Center
Human Resources, J1-105
P.O. Box 19024
Seattle, WA 98109-1024
Email: kwatanab@fhcrc.org
Fax: 206-667-4051
Web site: http://www.fhcrc.org
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Equal Employment Opportunity
The Fred Hutchinson Cancer Research Center and The Seattle Cancer Care Alliance are equal opportunity employers, committed to workforce diversity.

Morgantown, WV: Postdoctoral Research Fellow (obesity research), West Virginia University

Job Title: Postdoctoral Research Fellow
Department: Health Research Center
Department Website: http://www.hsc.wvu.edu/som/hrc/
Institution: West Virginia University
Morgantown, WV

Application Deadline: Open Until Filled
Position Start Date: Available Immediately

Job Categories: Post-Doc


Academic Field(s): Clinical Psychology
Health Sciences - General
Health Education & Promotion
Health Services/Research & Policy
Public Health/Biostatistics/Epidemiology
Public Health/Management/Administration


Job Website: http://www.hsc.wvu.edu/som/hrc/postDoctoralFellowshi...

Apply By E-mail: charris@hsc.wvu.edu

Job Description:

The Health Behavior Research Center at the Robert C. Byrd Health Sciences Center of West Virginia University is recruiting a Postdoctoral Research Fellow to begin spring – fall of 2008. The fellowship is offered in conjunction with a Robert Wood Johnson Foundation funded project to evaluate the impact of WV’s Healthy Lifestyles legislation on childhood obesity.

Responsibilities include participating in project management, data analysis, and manuscript and grant preparation.

Requirements include a Ph.D. in psychology, public health, nutrition, epidemiology, or related discipline and prior experience in research and publishing is preferred.

Morgantown is 75 minutes from Pittsburgh and less than four hours from Washington DC and Baltimore. Morgantown has been ranked third among US small cities for quality of living in Life in America's Small Cities.

Interested applicants should send a curriculum vita, statement of goals and interests, and 3 letters of recommendation to: Carole Harris, Ph.D., Co-Director, Health Research Center, Robert C. Byrd Health Sciences Center, PO Box 9136, Morgantown, WV, 26506-9136 (charris@hsc.wvu.edu).



EEO / AA Policy:

WVU is an AA/EEO Employer.

Contact: Carole Harris, Ph.D.
Health Research Center
West Virginia University
P.O. Box 9136
Morgantown, WV 26506

Fax Number: 304-293-7417
E-mail: charris@hsc.wvu.edu

Research Triangle Park, NC: Postdoctoral Research Participation - Epidemiologist, National Center for Environmental Assessment, EPA

Job Title: Postdoctoral Research Participation - Epidemiologist
Job Number:
Organization: USEPA, ORD, National Center for Environmental Assessment
Posted: 3/27/2008
Type: Full-Time
Classification: Epidemiology
Industry: Federal Government
Number of Openings: 1
Location: Research Triangle Park, NC USA

Compensation:
Position Description: The participant may be involved in (1) critically reviewing epidemiological literature on the criteria air pollutants; (2) writing sections of the particulate matter and other criteria pollutant science assessment documents; (3) conducting database management activities related to the particulate matter review, including running queries, performing quality control and assurance, and modifying data structure as needed; and (4) performing data analyses that address key scientific issues. The participant may continue to interpret his/her own data obtained in his/her own research as a means to incorporate these results into the above projects. There is also opportunity to collaborate with research scientists on projects focused on data gaps or uncertainties associated with the health effects of criteria air pollutants.

Qualifications: Candidates should have received a doctoral degree in a field relevant to environmental science, such as epidemiology, ecology, toxicology, biology, statistics, physics, chemistry, computer science or information management within at least three years of the desired starting date, or completion of all requirements for the degree should be expected prior to the starting date. Experience on conducting literature reviews, interpreting scientific study results and preparing summary reviews is highly desirable. The program is open to all qualified individuals without regard to race, sex, religion, color, age, physical or mental disability, national origin, or status as a Vietnam era or disabled veteran.

Organization Description: The National Center for Environmental Assessment (NCEA) in the EPA’s Office of Research and Development is responsible for scientific assessment activities related to the effects of the criteria air pollutants (particulate matter, ozone, sulfur oxides, nitrogen oxides, carbon monoxide and lead). Such assessment activities are very broad and typically have significant implications for national and international environmental policy development and implementation. The participant will be involved in the review and evaluation of currently available scientific information for the purpose of developing integrated science assessment documents and communicating scientific information to other EPA program offices.

Closing Date: 7/31/2008
Desired Starting Date:

Contact Name: mary ross, branch chief
Contact Location: mail code B243-01
National Center for Environmental Assessment
Research Triangle Park NC 27711
U.S.
Contact Location: mail code B243-01

Contact Phone: 919-541-5170
Contact Fax: 919-541-1818
Contact Email: ross.mary@epa.gov
Web Address: http://orise.orau.gov/sep/needs/files/EPA-NCEA-RTP-2007-02.pdf
How to Apply: The Research Participation Program for EPA- NCEA-RTP is administered by the Oak Ridge Institute for Science and Education. Please reference project #EPA-NCEA-RTP 2007- 02 when calling or writing for information. For further information and application materials contact: Internship Program/EPA-NCEA, Attn: Sharon Kern, Science and Engineering Education, MS 36, Oak Ridge Institute for Science and Education, P.S. Box 117, Oak Ridge, Tennessee 37831-0117, Phone: (865) 576-9361 FAX: (865) 241-5219 email: Sharon.Kern@orau.org. An application can be found at http://www.orau.gov/orise/edu/EPA/app- gugrgpd.pdf.

Additional Information: Both full-time and part-time positions available

New Haven, CT: Postdoctoral Position - Parasitology & Vector Biology, Yale University

Postdoctoral Position - Parasitology & Vector Biology
Job ID: 4312147
Position Title: Postdoctoral Position - Parasitology & Vector Biology
Company Name: Yale University
Location(s): New Haven, Connecticut, 06501, USA
Posted: March 26, 2008
Job Function: Biology-Biochemistry-Medicine
Entry Level: No

APPLY FOR THIS JOB
Email Address: elisabetta.ullu@yale.edu
Phone: 203-785-3563

POST-DOCTORAL POSITION IN THE PARASITOLOGY AND VECTOR BIOLOGY PROGRAM AT YALE SCHOOL OF MEDICINE

A NIH-funded post-doctoral position is available in the Parasitology and Vector Biology Training Program at Yale University. This is multidisciplinary program focused on various aspects of host / vector / pathogen interactions, including epidemiology and genetics of vector-borne diseases, gene regulation, RNA interference and vaccine development. Research interests and a list of the participating faculties can be found at (http://info.med.yale.edu/eph/emd/pdf/Yale_University-Parasitology-Summary_2007V2.pdf.

Preference will be given to candidates who have obtained their Ph.D. within the last three years, have a track record of productivity and are fluent in spoken and written English.

Application

Send curriculum vitae, a brief synopsis of research accomplishments and future research plans, and the names of three referees to Prof. Elisabetta Ullu (elisabetta.ullu@yale.edu).

Applicants should also indicate in their cover letter the faculty member with whom they would work. The deadline for application is May 1st, 2008; the starting date is negotiable, but should be before August 1st, 2008.

Individuals from minority groups are strongly encouraged to apply. Yale University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer.

Washington: Post-Graduate Fellowship at the Institute for Health Metrics and Evaluation, University of Washington

Position: Post-Graduate Fellow
Salary: $40,000 to less than $50,000
Institution: University of Washington
Location: Washington
Date posted: 4/3/2008
Application deadline: 5/1/2008

Post-Graduate Fellowship at the Institute for Health Metrics and Evaluation
Call for applications

The Institute for Health Metrics and Evaluation (IHME) at the University of Washington is accepting applications for the Post-Graduate Fellowship program.
The vision of IHME is to make available high-quality information on population health, its determinants, and the performance of health systems for all countries. We seek to achieve this directly, by catalyzing the work of others and by training researchers and policy makers. Our goal is to improve the health of the world's populations by providing the best information.
The IHME Post-Graduate Fellowship Program provides a unique opportunity for individuals with graduate-level training and a strong quantitative background to conduct in-depth, methodological research on a variety of global health topics with the mentorship of faculty and senior researchers. Through research, training workshops and mentorship, the program is intended to enhance the analytical skills of future academics and professional leaders in the field of global health measurement and evaluation.

Post-Graduate Fellows will contribute directly to the overall research agenda of IHME and will be involved in all aspects of projects including analyzing and synthesizing existing data, catalyzing new data collection, building statistical models and validating new analytical methods, interpreting of findings, and reporting and disseminating results. Post-Graduate Fellows will be involved in research in one of five key areas of work: health outcomes, health services, resource inputs, evaluations and decision analytics. Examples of ongoing research projects in these areas are listed below.

Health outcomes:

*Estimation of child mortality levels for each country since 1970, forecasted 10 years into the future and updated every six months.
*Development and testing of new methods for estimating adult mortality and estimation of levels for each country.
*Assessment of major causes of death for each country every three years.
*Development of cross-country comparable methods for the estimation of healthy life expectancy, including methods to arrive at valuations of health states.
*Estimation of the global burden of disease for 1990 and 2005.

Health services:

*Measurement of the effective coverage of the twenty most important health-improving technologies by country every year, with the selection of priority interventions varying by regional epidemiology.
*Estimation of the quality of inpatient and outpatient care, including the development and refinement of standardized methods for undertaking risk-adjusted outcomes measurement.

Resource inputs:

*Annual assessment from 1990 to 2006 of resource flows for global health, including an estimation of the gap between commitment and disbursement.
*Systematic review of the quality of available data on public expenditures on health.
*Estimation of household health expenditures and proportion of households that incur catastrophic health payments.
*Landscape analysis of sources of data and methods for tracking human resources for health.

Decision Analytics:

*Measurement of the costs and benefits of health interventions, service delivery platforms and research and development in order to guide resource allocation decisions.
*Development of statistical models for missing data, internally consistent epidemiological parameter estimation and forecasting.
*Measurement of within- and across-country inequalities in coverage, health outcomes and health expenditures.
*Development of methods for local area estimation of health outcomes and coverage.
*Assessment of statistical methods for analyzing program effectiveness in non-randomized settings.

Evaluations:
*Development of guidelines for prospective impact evaluation.
*Impact evaluation of global health initiatives and strategies.
*Assessment of the performance of national health systems for countries with sufficient data.
*Evaluations of selected national health system reforms.


Post-Graduate Fellowships are appointed at IHME for one year with the possibility of renewal for a second year upon mutual agreement. PGFs receive full salary and benefits. The salary is $45,000 during the first year and $48,000 during the second year of the fellowship. Fellowships begin on September 1 and February 1 of each year.


Qualifications
In order to be considered for a Post-Graduate Fellowship, candidates must have the following:

*MD or PhD in the fields of quantitative methodology, statistics, health economics, health policy, demography, epidemiology, biostatistics, health services or other related field. Candidates with an MSc/MPH degree and at least three years of related research experience will also be considered.
*Strong quantitative background.
*Research experience, especially with data analysis and statistical methods.
*Proficiency in the English language.

When and how to apply
Fall cohort: Applications must be received by May 1. Interviews with selected applicants will occur in May. Candidates will be notified in June and will begin the fellowship on September 1.

Winter cohort: Applications must be received by September 1. Interviews with selected applicants will occur in September. Candidates will be notified in October and will begin the fellowship on February 1.

All application materials must be received at IHME by the deadlines stated.

Application requirements
One copy of the following non-returnable materials must be submitted to IHME.
*A cover letter. Please ensure that your cover letter includes:
Your full contact information (address, phone number and email),
The name, affiliation and full contact information of three references,
Which cohort you wish to be considered for (Fall or Winter),
Which of IHME's five areas of work you are most interested in,
How you became aware of the program.
*Curriculum Vitae or Resume

Personal statement describing your interest in IHME and your professional and academic interests and objectives. Please explain how participation in this program would advance these objectives and contribute to the goal of IHME. Refer to the specific area of work that you are most interested in and discuss how your background qualifies you to contribute to IHME's research agenda in this area. Please limit this statement to 1000 words.

Three sealed letters of recommendation which address the quality and originality of your work, and your potential for an academic, research or policy career.

Educational transcript from your highest degree attained. If your transcripts are not in English, please also provide a listing of all coursework with grade and credit hour information.

One reprint of your most significant research paper, including a description of your role in the research. If the paper is not in English, please provide an English translation.

Proof of proficiency in English for candidates whose native language is not English. Candidates who have completed a degree wholly in English can provide a copy of their degree as proof of proficiency. All other candidates should send a copy of their scores in an approved English Language Test. Details of the English tests accepted by IHME are as follows: (i) Princeton Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) - for the paper-based test, minimum overall score of at 600 including a minimum score of 5.0 in the test of written English; for the computer-based test, minimum overall score of at least 250 including a minimum score of 5.0 in the test of written English; for the internet-based test, a minimum overall score of at least 100 including a minimum score of 24 in the test of written English. (ii) British Council International English Language Testing System (IELTS) - a minimum score of 7.0 overall, including a minimum score of 7.0 in the written component.

Complete applications should be mailed to:
Institute for Health Metrics and Evaluation
Attention: Post-Graduate Fellowship Program
2301 5th Avenue, Suite 600
Seattle, WA 98121
USA

For more information, please contact us by email at: pgf@healthmetricsandevaluation.org or visit http://www.healthmetricsandevaluation.org - No phone inquiries please.

California: Postdoctoral Fellowships, Graduate Research Training on Alcohol Problems, Alcohol Research Group, UC Berkeley

Position: Postdoctoral Fellowships: Graduate Research Training on Alcohol Problems
Salary: $30,000 to less than $60,000
Institution: Alcohol Research Group
Location: California
Date posted: 3/27/2008

Fellowship: Postdoctoral Fellowships: Graduate Research Training on Alcohol Problems: Alcohol Research Group Alcohol Research Group, School of Public Health, University of California, Berkeley. The Alcohol Research Group (ARG) is currently accepting applications for one and two-year postdoctoral fellowships sponsored by the National Institute on Alcohol Abuse and Alcoholism (NIAAA) for research training in alcohol studies. These fellowships are oriented toward the pursuit of basic and applied social science or epidemiological alcohol research and are not seen as appropriate for persons interested in clinical practice. Training emphasizes the epidemiology of alcohol consumption and alcohol use disorders (e.g. drink size, effects of moderate drinking, ethnic and gender differences, trends over time, and validation of self-report), health services research (alcohol treatment, Alcoholics Anonymous, welfare and criminal justice systems, and emergency rooms), current topics in alcohol research, and innovative statistical methodologies (geocoding and latent growth curve models). For more info: http://www.arg.org/training.html. Stipends range from $36,996 to $51,036 DOE. Partial health insurance and a $1200 travel budget are provided. Applications are accepted year-round. Applicants must be U.S. citizens or permanent residents who have earned a doctoral degree or are within 3 months of filing. Visit the Web site or contact Tina Noren, Training Program Administrator, at tnoren@arg.org for additional information. Predoctoral Fellowships are also available to UC Berkeley Students.


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Contact Information:

E-mail : tnoren@arg.org
Phone : 510-597-3440
Ms. Tina Noren
Training Program Administrator
Grad. Research Training on Alcohol Prob.
Alcohol Research Group
6475 Christie Avenue
SUITE 400
Emeryville, CA 94608
USA