CDC Program Evaluation Fellowship

Organization
Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC)
Reference Code
CDC-DHDSP-2020-0209
How to Apply

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A complete application consists of:

  • An application
  • Transcripts – Click here for detailed information about acceptable transcripts
  • A current resume/CV, including academic history, employment history, relevant experiences, and publication list
  • One educational or professional recommendation. Your application will be considered incomplete, and will not be reviewed until one recommendation is submitted.

All documents must be in English or include an official English translation.

If you have questions, send an email to ORISE.CDC.NCCDPHP@orau.org. Please include the reference code for this opportunity in your email.

Application Deadline
12/31/2020 3:00:00 PM Eastern Time Zone
Description

*Applications will be reviewed on a rolling-basis.

A research opportunity is currently available with the Division for Heart Disease and Stroke Prevention (DHDSP), within the National Center for Chronic Disease Prevention and Health Promotion (NCCDPHP) at the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) in Atlanta, Georgia. 

This research opportunity will focus on the Evaluation and Program Effectiveness Team’s (EPET’s) portfolio of funded programs and initiatives around evaluation within the DHDSP. Under the guidance of a mentor, the participant will receive training and support evaluation efforts of the Division by:

  • Providing evaluation technical assistance to recipients of DHDSP funding (e.g., state and local health departments) and partners
  • Aiding in the rigorous evaluation of field-based projects
  • Co-analyzing Division initiatives such as the Paul Coverdell National Acute Stroke Program, WISEWOMAN, State Public Health Actions, State and Local Public Health Actions, Good Health and Wellness in Indian Country, and/or the Mississippi Delta Health Collaborative
  • Developing evaluation resources and tools

Anticipated Appointment Start Date: Fall 2020/ Winter 2021

This program, administered by ORAU through its contract with the U.S. Department of Energy to manage the Oak Ridge Institute for Science and Education, was established through an interagency agreement between DOE and CDC. The initial appointment can be up to one year, but may be renewed upon recommendation of CDC contingent on the availability of funds. The participant will receive a monthly stipend commensurate with educational level and experience. Proof of health insurance is required for participation in this program. The appointment is full-time at CDC in the Atlanta, Georgia, area. Participants do not become employees of CDC, DOE or the program administrator, and there are no employment-related benefits.

Qualifications

The qualified candidate should have received a bachelor's or master's degree in one of the relevant fields, or be currently pursuing the degree and will reach completion by the anticipated appointment start date. Degree must have been received within five years of the appointment start date.

Preferred skills:

  • Program evaluation experience and skills
  • Experience quantifying clinical and public health program improvement
Eligibility Requirements
  • Degree: Bachelor's Degree or Master's Degree received within the last 60 months or anticipated to be received by 12/31/2020 11:59:00 PM.
  • Discipline(s):
    • Communications and Graphics Design (2 )
    • Environmental and Marine Sciences (1 )
    • Life Health and Medical Sciences (45 )
    • Other Non-Science & Engineering (5 )
    • Social and Behavioral Sciences (28 )