The Division of Cancer Epidemiology and Genetics (DCEG), National Cancer Institute (NCI), National Institutes of Health (NIH), is recruiting a Staff Scientist, Intramural Professional Designation (IPD), with expertise in managing classical and molecular epidemiologic studies in the Occupational and Environmental Epidemiology Branch (OEEB). This position is located at the NCI Shady Grove Campus (9609 Medical Center Drive, Rockville, MD 20850).
Who We Are
DCEG is one of the world’s largest cancer epidemiology research groups. Its distinguished epidemiologists, geneticists, and biostatisticians aim to discover the causes of cancer and inform the means for prevention by conducting transdisciplinary epidemiology and genetics research. For more information visit the DCEG website.
OEEB integrates epidemiologic, molecular and genetic data to understand cancer etiology, chemical carcinogenesis and mechanisms of action of known or suspected occupational and environmental carcinogens. Branch investigators are leading studies of the carcinogenic potential of pesticides and other agricultural exposures and per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) in large cohorts and other populations. These investigations use both targeted and untargeted ‘omic’ molecular epidemiologic analyses such as metabolomics, proteomics, and epigenome-wide DNA methylation to investigate associations with cancer risk and gain insights into the biologic plausibility and potential mechanisms of action through which pesticides, PFAS, and other exposures may influence cancer risk.
Eligibility
The successful candidate will provide support for multiple projects as a Staff Scientist to OEEB investigators conducting research efforts in two molecular epidemiologic substudies within the Agricultural Health Study cohort: the Biomarkers of Exposure and Effect in Agriculture (BEEA) study and the Agricultural Lung Health Study (ALHS). The candidate’s duties will include facilitating data/sample requests, managing biorepositories, maintaining and updating analytic files, and conducting statistical analyses of both targeted and high-dimensional ‘omic’ data. The candidate will also facilitate investigations of PFAS and cancer in various cohorts and other population-based studies by managing datasets, creating analytic files, and performing statistical analyses.
Preferred candidates will have a doctoral degree in epidemiology or other related disciplines, have experience processing and analyzing large datasets and conducting both classical and targeted and untargeted molecular epidemiologic analyses, and possess a demonstrated ability to self-educate in current and evolving techniques and resources. The ability to communicate effectively in speech and in writing is highly desirable, as demonstrated by a track record of publications in peer-reviewed literature as part of a research team or collaborative projects.
How to Apply
Selection for this position will be based solely on merit, with no discrimination for non-merit reasons such as race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, political affiliation, marital status, disability, age, or membership or non-membership in an employee organization. NIH encourages the application and nomination of qualified women, minorities and individuals with disabilities. NIH provides reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities. If you require reasonable accommodation during any part of the application and hiring process, please notify us. The decision on granting reasonable accommodation will be made on a case-by-case basis. Salary will be commensurate with experience. A full civil service package of benefits may be available. Full Federal benefits including leave, health and life insurance, long-term care insurance, retirement, and savings plan (401k equivalent) will be provided. Appointees may be a U.S. citizen, Legal Permanent Resident, or non-U.S. citizen who is eligible for valid work authorization. This position is subject to a background investigation.
Interested individuals should send a cover letter, curriculum vitae, brief summary of research interests and experience, and two letters of reference to:
Ms. Cynthia Drice
Division of Cancer Epidemiology and Genetics
National Cancer Institute
9609 Medical Center Drive, Rm. 7E336 MSC 9775
Rockville, MD 20850
E-mail: cynthia.drice@nih.gov
Review of applications will begin on or about September 12, 2026, but applications will be accepted until the position is filled.
The closing date for applications is September 12, 2026
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