Cancer Epidemiology and Health Disparities Postdoctoral Fellowship

Work with Dr. Sarah Jackson

The Infections and Immunoepidemiology Branch (IIB) in the Division of Cancer Epidemiology and Genetics (DCEG) of the National Cancer Institute is seeking an applicant with interest and experience in epidemiology to conduct research on cancer among transgender and gender expansive communities under the mentorship of Sarah S. Jackson, Ph.D., Earl Stadtman investigator.

Position Description

Projects will include a range of topics related to screening, risk factors, incidence, and outcomes of cancer among transgender and gender diverse adults. These projects will involve analyses of data from surveys and electronic health records, as well as primary data collection.

The postdoctoral fellow will be mentored to achieve their goals, progressing to greater independence during the fellowship. Advantages of being a DCEG fellow include our distinctive research environment, mentorship, professional development, compensation and benefits, and commitment to diversity and inclusion.

Qualifications

Candidates should possess a doctoral degree in epidemiology or related field. In addition to strong quantitative and writing skills, experience working with LGBTQ populations is preferred. Members of the LGBTQ community are encouraged to apply.

Applicants may be U.S. citizens, permanent residents; or foreign nationals (visa requirements apply). Candidates are subject to a background investigation.

To Apply

Please email your CV along with a cover letter detailing your qualifications/experience and why you are interested in the position to Dr. Jackson. Review of applications will continue until the position is filled.

For more information about this position, please contact Dr. Sarah Jackson.

Employer

Infections and Immunoepidemiology Branch, Division of Cancer Epidemiology and Genetics, National Cancer Institute, Rockville, Maryland.

DHHS, NIH, and NCI are Equal Opportunity Employers

The NIH and NCI are dedicated to building a diverse community in its training and employment programs and encourage 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.