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 HHSrpp@orau.org. Please include the reference code for this opportunity in your email.

A fellowship opportunity is available in the Office of HIV/AIDS and Infectious Disease Policy in the US Department of Health and Human Services.  AIDS.gov is seeking a candidate to assist with research and other activities related to the administration of AIDS.gov, public health communication and HIV/AIDS and infectious disease policy. Activities break down into two categories:

1. Digital Tools/New Media—assist in the management and use of new media tools for AIDS.gov, Federal HIV/AIDS Web Council Members and other federal partners, the HIV community and other stakeholders;
2. Research duties—support research into new media and digital technologies, their use by stakeholders and other areas critical to the mission of AIDS.gov;

Opportunities may include:

• Projects related to the use of new media in public health communications;

• Researching and assessing current new media trends relevant to HIV/AIDS and public health to further the mission of AIDS.gov, OHAIDP and the Department of Health and Human Services;

• Collecting data and conducting evaluations of AIDS.gov projects, including large-scale Federal conference calls and Federal meetings;

• Researching health disparities and the role of AIDS.gov might play in reducing health disparities in both communities of color and lesbian, gay, bisexual, and transgendered (LGBT) communities;

• Reporting and writing on new topics and current HIV/AIDS and public health trends for AIDS.gov blog and website;

• Collaborating with members of the AIDS.gov team and Federal HIV/AIDS Web Council members to provide reports to the AIDS.gov Director;

• Assisting members of the AIDS.gov team with coordinating, organizing, tracking, and evaluating project activities, proposals, and documents;

• Collaborating with other Federal agencies to promote HIV/AIDS prevention and education through new media;

• Developing presentation materials for meetings with Federal and external partners; and

• Assisting members of the AIDS.gov team with organizing education and technical assistance events (including conference calls, meetings, and HIV/AIDS Awareness Days) for Federal and external partners.

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 HHS. The initial appointment is for six months, but may be renewed upon recommendation of HHS 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. Participants do not become employees of HHS or the program administrator, and there are no fringe benefits paid.

• B.A. or Masters in Public Health and/or Health Communications or a related field
• Keen interest in the use of new media in public health messaging, HIV/AIDS and infectious disease policy, and issues particular to HIV/AIDS and infectious disease policy in communities of color is preferred.
• Familiarity with established new media channels and an interest in novel new media channels and emerging technologies is preferred.
• Experience working with and/or an understanding of communities impacted by HIV or other health disparities such as people of color and men who have sex with men (MSM) is preferred.

• Degree: Bachelor's Degree or Master's Degree received within the last 60 month(s).
• Discipline(s):
  • Communications and Graphics Design (4 )
  • Life Health and Medical Sciences (1 )