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• A current resume/CV, including academic history, employment history, relevant experiences, and publication list
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All documents must be in English or include an official English translation.

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CDC Office and Location: A research opportunity is available in the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), National Center for Chronic Disease Prevention and Health Promotion (NCCDPHP), Division of Cancer Prevention and Control (DCPC), Comprehensive Cancer Control Branch (CCCB) located 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 protects 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. CDC increases the health security of our nation. As the nation’s health protection agency, CDC saves lives and protects people from health threats. To accomplish its mission, CDC conducts important science and provides health information that protects our nation against expensive and dangerous health threats, and responds when these arise.

The NCCDPHP's Division of Cancer Prevention and Control (DCPC) works with partners to address preventable cancers, find cancer early, and improve outcomes for cancer survivors. The Comprehensive Cancer Control Branch (CCCB) supports national, state, tribal, and territorial cancer control initiatives through program funding, program evaluation, science translation, technical assistance, training and partnership development. For more information, visit:

• https://www.cdc.gov/nccdphp/dcpc/index.htm
• https://www.cdc.gov/comprehensive-cancer-control/about/index.html

Research Project: This fellowship provides a doctorate-level trainee with an immersive, practice-focused experience in population-based cancer prevention and control programs, combining applied learning with sustained mentorship from senior scientists and public health advisors within the DCPC Comprehensive Cancer Control Branch (CCCB).

You will engage in research and evaluation projects under the guidance of experienced mentors, applying implementation science frameworks to assess cancer prevention, screening, and survivorship interventions. Activities include:

• Participating in research studies to inform implementation of evidence-based interventions addressing risk factors for preventable cancers, early detection and treatment, survivorship, and improving outcomes for cancer survivors.
• Collecting and analyzing data, collaborating with public health professionals, and disseminating findings through peer-reviewed scientific publications and presentations.
• Gaining experience preparing public health practice technical packages for comprehensive cancer control programs.
• Participating in professional development activities focused on science communication including peer-reviewed manuscripts and oral presentations, stakeholder engagement, and translation of evidence into public health practice.

This educational opportunity is designed to complement your academic background and foster growth in areas aligned with CDC’s mission. You will not supervise staff, manage budgets, or act as a federal representative. Project assignments are appropriate for an education and training program and do not involve employment-related responsibilities.

Learning Objectives: Under the guidance of a mentor within the CCCB Scientific Support and Clinical Translation Team, you will:

• Gain experience applying implementation science frameworks to design and implement research studies and evaluation projects.
• Participate in research to inform implementation of evidence-based interventions for cancer prevention and control.
• Disseminate research findings through scientific publications and presentations.
• Develop skills in science communication, stakeholder engagement, and translation of evidence into public health practice.

Mentor(s): The mentor for this opportunity is Eric Tai, MD, MS (cvn5@cdc.gov). If you have questions about the nature of the research please contact the mentor(s).

Anticipated Appointment Start Date: September 13, 2026. Start date is flexible and will depend on a variety of factors.

Appointment Length: The appointment will initially be for 1 year, but may be renewed upon recommendation of CDC and is contingent on the availability of funds.

Level of Participation: The appointment is full time.

Participant Stipend: Stipend rates may vary based on numerous factors, including opportunity, location, education, and experience. If you are interviewed, you can inquire about the exact stipend rate at that time and if selected, your appointment offer will include the monthly stipend rate.

Citizenship Requirements: This opportunity is available to U.S. citizens only.

ORISE Information: This program, administered by ORAU through its contract with the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) to manage the Oak Ridge Institute for Science and Education (ORISE), was established through an interagency agreement between DOE and CDC. Participants do not become employees of CDC, DOE or the program administrator, and there are no employment-related benefits. Proof of health insurance is required for participation in this program. Health insurance can be obtained through ORISE.

The successful applicant(s) will be required to comply with Environmental, Safety and Health (ES&H) requirements of the hosting facility, including but not limited to, COVID-19 requirements (e.g. facial covering, physical distancing, testing, vaccination).

Questions: Please visit our Program Website. After reading, if you have additional questions about the application process please email CDCrpp@orau.org and include the reference code for this opportunity.

The qualified candidate should have received a doctoral degree in one of the relevant fields. Degree must have been received within the past five years.

Preferred skills:

• Educational training or professional experience in the following areas is helpful: behavioral and social science theories, evidence based public health interventions, population based public health practice, implementation and evaluation science, program evaluation, mixed methods research and evaluation, applied prevention research, systematic literature reviews, data analysis, data interpretation and visualization, scientific writing, and scientific communication, statistical programming and analysis using software such as SAS, SUDAAN, and R.

• Citizenship: U.S. Citizen Only
• Degree: Doctoral Degree received within the last 60 month(s).
• Discipline(s):
  • Life Health and Medical Sciences (3 )
  • Social and Behavioral Sciences (2 )

I certify that I have not previously been employed by CDC or by a contractor working directly for CDC.  I understand that CDC does not permit individuals with a prior employment relationship with CDC or its contractors to participate as trainees in the ORISE program. (Exceptions may be granted for individuals who, since the previous CDC employment, have obtained a new STEM degree which necessitates training in a new field.)