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
• Two educational or professional references

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

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

A fellowship opportunity is currently available with the Prevention Research Branch of the National Center on Birth Defects and Developmental Disabilities (NCBDDD) at the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC).

NCBDDD’s mission is to promote the health of babies, children and adults and enhance the potential for full, productive living. Joining the Prevention Research Branch, the participant will collaborate with the Fetal Alcohol Syndrome Prevention http://www.cdc.gov/NCBDDD/fasd/ team on various projects. Focusing on various analytical projects, literature reviews, and program assessments, specific opportunities may include:

• Participating in the development and reporting/analysis of program performance data, which may include data from the Behavioral Risk Factor Surveillance System (BRFSS), HealthStyles, DocStyles, National Drug Use and Health Survey (NDUHS) or grantee reports
• Reviewing scientific literature for studies demonstrating sustainable strategies for supporting alcohol Screening and Brief Intervention (SBI) in public and private practice settings
• Working with CDC staff and grantees to promote and advance practice and systems change around provision of alcohol SBI among targeted provider groups
• Participating in a project working with front-line staff in the Child Welfare System to assess current screening efforts used to assess prenatal alcohol and substance use among children entering that system

The Research Participation Program for CDC is administered by the Oak Ridge Institute for Science and Education (ORISE). The initial appointment is for one year, but may be renewed upon recommendation of CDC contingent on the availability of funds. The participant will receive a monthly stipend depending on educational level and experience. The participant must show proof of health insurance. The appointment is full-time at CDC in the Atlanta, Georgia, area. Participants do not become employees of CDC or the program administrator, and there are no fringe benefits paid.

• A Master’s degree in public health or science with a concentration in behavioral or social sciences received within the last five years.
• A background in health education/communication and promotion, as well as maternal and child health is preferred.
• Experience in qualitative and quantitative research, conducting scientific literature searches, working with stakeholders and across stakeholder groups, and working on and leading multi-disciplinary teams is desired.

• Degree: Master's Degree received within the last 60 month(s).
• Discipline(s):
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  • Life Health and Medical Sciences (1 )
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  • Social and Behavioral Sciences (27 )