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Fellowships/Grants
Public Health Prevention Service
Deadline: February 15, 2010
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has developed and implemented a program designed to train and prepare tomorrow’s public health managers. The Public Health Prevention Service (PHPS) is a three-year training and service program for master’s level public health professionals.
Approximately 25 prevention specialists enter the program annually. The program focuses on public health program management and provides prevention specialists with experience in program planning, implementation, and evaluation through specialized hands-on training and mentorship at CDC, and in state and local health agencies.
The eligibility requirements for this program are the following: A master’s degree in public health or related field; U.S. Citizenship; A strong desire for a career in public health practice; Above average academic achievement in core areas of public health; and At least one year of paid public health-related work experience.
The application deadline for the October 2010 start date is Monday, February 15, 2010. For more information, visit www.cdc.gov/phps or e-mail phpsepo@cdc.gov.
Fogarty International Clinical Research Scholars Program
Clinical research training experience for doctoral-level U.S. students in the health professions, the Fogarty International Clinical Research Scholars Program. The FICRS program offers a one-year clinical research training experience to advanced standing students in U.S. schools of medicine, public health, osteopathy, dentistry, nursing, veterinary medicine, optometry, nutrition and pharmacy.
This is an opportunity for highly motivated individuals to experience mentored research training at top-ranked NIH-funded research centers in developing countries throughout Africa, Asia, South America, and the Caribbean.
FICRS is sponsored by the NIH's Fogarty International Center (FIC) in partnership with 15 NIH Institutes, Centers and Offices, and is administered by the FICRS-F Support Center at Vanderbilt University.
The deadline to apply for the program is December 3, 2009.
To learn more and to obtain an application, please visit www.fogartyscholars.org/scholars, or email info@fogartyscholars.org with questions.
Global Health Fellows Program
Announcing the call for applications for the 2010 cohort of Global Health Fellows, who will spend the summer in Geneva in global health policy positions. Intended to prepare future leaders in global health, the Global Health Fellows Program, part of Duke’s Program on Global Policy and Governance, provides an eight to twelve week internship at one of Geneva’s many intergovernmental or non-governmental organizations. In addition, all Fellows participate in a one-week, intensive course, “Health Policy in a Globalizing World,” co-organized with the World Health Organization and complemented by site visits throughout Geneva.
Please find the brochure which provides Program details and the application form at http://www.pubpol.duke.edu/geneva/. We hope that we will again receive outstanding applications from graduate schools around the country and abroad. This year's application calls for two letters of recommendation, so candidates will want to move quickly to meet the November 30th, 2009 deadline. Patrick Morris, our Program Coordinator, would be pleased to answer any questions that potential candidates may have. He can be reached by email (geneva@duke.edu) or by phone (919-613-9214).
While selection is highly competitive, we hope that students who might have interest in global health policy would consider this a useful stepping-stone to exploring this career path.
State Policy Fellowship Program
Status: Full-Time
Compensation: Each fellow will receive an annual salary of $45,000 - $50,000 (regional salary adjustments may be applied to
higher-cost locations). In addition, health benefits will be included.
Description: State Policy Fellows tackle domestic policy challenges in areas like health care, taxes, anti-poverty policy,
education and public safety. Working in independent, highly respected think tanks located in state capitals, Fellows analyze
the impact of state budget and tax policy choices on low-income residents and promote positive reforms.
To expand the diversity of voices that speak with authority in state policy debates, the program identifies highly-qualified
candidates who have graduate degrees in public policy, law, social work, economics, or similar fields and connects them to
public policy organizations.
Starting in August 2010, each State Policy Fellow will spend two years with an influential state policy organizations
belonging to the State Fiscal Analysis Initiative or with the state fiscal division at the Center on Budget and Policy
Priorities in Washington, DC. Fellows research and write analyses on current policy issues; brief policymakers, journalists,
and others on these issues; and serve as a resource for advocates and community groups.
In addition, Fellows will become part of a national network coordinated by the Center on Budget and Policy Priorities, and
travel to Washington, DC, for training and career development. The program also identifies mentors and provides on-going
training and opportunities for professional growth. External rotations may be offered in some locations at non-profit partners,
government agencies, governors' offices, or legislative committees.
State Policy Fellows will:
-Conduct research and analysis on state budget, tax, and low-income issues to improve the lives of disadvantaged families.
-Produce reports and other materials for use by policymakers, journalists, advocacy groups, and civic organizations.
-Track and analyze legislative proposals and state budgets.
-Help advance effective and politically realistic policy recommendations.
-Engage with media, policymakers and their staffs, and a broad array of state and community organizations.
-Collaborate with community-based advocates to engage the public on the impacts of public policies on their communities.
-Develop expertise in issues such as state budget and tax policies, health care, housing, education finance, family economic
security, economic development, and criminal justice.
Who Can Apply? Eligible candidates must have received a graduate degree in public policy, public affairs, economics,
social work, public health, or a related field within the past year, or expect to receive a degree before the end of
August 2010; must have a strong academic record; and must be eligible to work full-time in the United States for the
two-year duration of the program.
Candidates should have an interest in state fiscal policy and a commitment to improving the welfare of low- and
moderate-income households. Preference will be given to applicants who have experience with, or demonstrate a strong interest
in, working with diverse communities.
You must submit your application by January 15, 2010, although we encourage you to get your application submitted
earlier if possible. Candidates identified as finalists will be notified and interviewed by telephone or in person
during February. Fellowship offers will be extended no later than March 15.
Families USA Accepting Applications for 2009 Fellowships
Families USA is seeking applications for both the Wellstone Fellowship for Social Justice
and the Villers Fellowship for
Health Care Justice. The Villers Fellowship seeks to inspire and develop the next generation of health care justice leaders.
The application deadline is Jan. 15, 2010. The Wellstone Fellowship aims to advance social justice through health care advocacy
by focusing particularly on the unique challenges facing communities of color.
The application deadline for the Wellstone Fellowship is Feb. 5, 2010.
The National Center for Health Statistics' Reproductive Statistics Branch is recruiting for an Associate Service
Fellow for the NSFG team. This position, in demography/epidemiology, is open to citizens of the United States or legal,
permanent residents with a work authorization. The position is located in Hyattsville, Maryland.
The announcement is also posted on the NCHS website at:
http://www.cdc.gov/nchs/about/fellowship_demography_epidemiology.htm, and at the Emory
University Rollins School of Public Health's Public Health Employment Connection: http://cfusion.sph.emory.edu/PHEC/phec.cfm (
scroll to the fourth announcement on October 7 for the NSFG team position ). Details about the CDC Service Fellowship program
are available at: http://www.cdc.gov/employment/menu_fellows.html".
Portland VA Medical Center: Administrative Fellowship
Qualifications: Must be currently working on a Masters Degree from an CAHME (http://www.cahme.org/)
or CEPH (http://www.ceph.org)accredited program and must not graduate prior to May 2010. Must be a US citizen.
All that is needed for initial review is a resume and cover letter sent to Frederick White by the due date (or by e-mail).
Transcripts, Letters of Reference/Reference contacts are not required during the initial review process.
Resumes will be reviewed during December by committee. Those selected will be asked to participate in a telephone
interview process during January with a final candidate selected by early February. If you have questions, preferred
method is to contact Frederick White via e-mail at Frederick.White@va.gov.
Description/ Structure: One to two year term. Program provides rotational and project experiences throughout
the medical center exposing the individual to all aspects of running a tertiary medical center. Individual
selected joins in as a member of the Executive Management Team. Individual is mentored by the Director of the
medical center and other Executives and their staff members. Program is linked with the Department of Veterans
Affairs National Graduate Healthcare Administrative Training Program
http://lrnestweb8.dva.va.gov/succession/Templates/master.aspx?pID=1651
Dates: Application deadline: 11/30/2009
Selection announcement date: 02/01/201
Start date: Negotiable Summer 2010
Contact Info:
Portland VA Medical Center
3710 SW US Veterans Hospital Road
Portland, OR 97239-2964
Attn: Frederick White, Executive Assistant to Medical Center Director
Phone: (503) 721-1098
Fax:(503) 273-5319
Email: frederick.white@va.gov
Kellogg Health Scholars Program - 2010 Call for Applications
Deadline: Wednesday, December 2, 2009 (5:00 p.m. Eastern). ONLY online applications are accepted.
The Kellogg Health Scholars Program develops new leadership in the effort to reduce and eliminate health
disparities and to secure equal access to the conditions and services essential for achieving healthy communities.
The application is available at: www.kellogghealthscholars.org
The program consists of two tracks at eight different training sites.
The Community track highlights community-based participatory research (CBPR),
and relationships between academic health disparities research and public health practice in communities.
The Multidisciplinary track highlights a multidisciplinary approach to studying the determinants of health
inequalities and inequities. Both tracks emphasize the translation of research to policy.
Sixteen individuals will be selected for the 2010-2012 fellowship cycle - eight in the Community Track and
eight in the Multidisciplinary Track. Each fellowship will provide a stipend of $63,000 in the first year and
$64,000 in the second year, and an annual research fund and other benefits.
For more information on the Kellogg Health Scholars Program visit our new and improved website at
www.kellogghealthscholars.org or for specific tracks, contact:
Community Track - Barbara Watson, voice 734-936-1226 or email bjwatson@umich.edu
Multidisciplinary Track - Marie Briones-Jones, voice 202-387-2829 or email mbjones@cfah.org
Title: Associate Service Fellowship in Demography/Epidemiology- National Center for Health Statistics, CDC
Location: Hyattsville, MD
Pay: $50,408--$95,026
Deadline: 12/10/2009
NCHS is the Nation’s principal health statistics agency. The Associate Service Fellow, working as a member of the NSFG Team,
will contribute to all aspects of conducting the survey and disseminating the survey data. The NSFG Team is responsible for
collecting, processing, and disseminating data collected in the NSFG on a variety of topics related to birth and pregnancy
rates; contraception and fertility; marriage, divorce, and cohabitation; sexual activity; and HIV risk behaviors. Under the
guidance of other members of the NSFG team, the Associate Service Fellow will develop and formulate questionnaire
specifications and review training materials; plan and conduct methodological and evaluation studies related to data
collection; provide technical consultation and advice to users of the data; and prepare reports of survey activities
and results for NCHS reports and scientific journals. These reports include discussion of statistical methods. Applicants
must have successfully completed a master’s degree or higher in demography, survey methodology, epidemiology, public health,
or a related field (e.g. sociology, medicine, biological or health sciences, etc). Experience and/or applied coursework in
(a) sampling, (b) collecting, computing, and analyzing statistical data, and (c) applying statistical techniques such as
simple and multiple correlation, regression modeling, analysis of variance, and significance testing is highly desirable.
Skill in using SAS, STATA, SPSS, SUDAAN, or other statistical software for complex survey data is also expected.
Applications will be accepted through December 10, 2009. Interested applicants should submit their curriculum vitae,
official transcripts of all graduate and undergraduate credits, and three reference letters to Stephanie Ventura, Chief,
Reproductive Statistics Branch at the mailing address below. Inquiries or questions regarding this fellowship can be
directed to Mrs. Ventura at sventura@cdc.gov. Mailing address: Mrs. Stephanie Ventura, Chief Reproductive Statistics
Branch Division of Vital Statistics National Center for Health Statistics 3311 Toledo Road, Room 7318 Hyattsville, MD 20782.
The Associate Service Fellow will be offered an initial 13-month appointment, which may be extended up to 10 years by
mutual agreement. A starting date will be determined by mutual agreement. An initial salary of $50,408 - $95,026
(GS-9, step 1 to GS-12, step 10) will be offered based on education and experience.
Title: Research Fellow
Location: Boston, MA
Deadline: 1/30/2010
Two full-time Research Fellow positions available in the Division of
Pharmacoepidemiology, at the Brigham and Women's Hospital and Harvard Medical School.
Looking for a postdoctoral (Epidemiology) or predoctoral (masters degree in Epidemiology or quantitative methods) to work on a large NIH (AHRQ) funded project assessing the comparative effectiveness of implantable cardioverter defibrillators and carotid stenting in Medicare patients using multiple Large healthcare and clinical databases. The work period will be 18 to 24 months between October 2009 and September 2010 (starting time somewhat negotiable). Fellows will work closely with the Principal Investigator (Dr. Soko Setoguchi, http://www.drugepi.org/staff/faculty/faculty _ssetoguchi.php ) and other investigators in the
Division (Dr. Sebastian Schneeweiss and Dr. Robert Glynn) and other Divisions (Dr. Lynne
Warner Stevenson, Dr. Louis Nguyen) as well as statistical programmers and research assistants.
If you are interested, please send a cover letter and resume to jobs@drugepi.org or mail to:
Research Fellow position Division of Pharmacoepidemiology 1620 Tremont Street, Suite 3030
Boston, MA 02120
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