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Sex Differences in Cancer Postdoctoral Fellowship Opportunity

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Position Description 

The Infections and Immunoepidemiology Branch (IIB) under 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 sex differences in cancer under the mentorship of Sarah S. Jackson, Ph.D., Earl Stadtman Tenure Track Investigator. 

Projects will include a range of topics elucidating the biological mechanisms of sex differences in cancer incidence and survival. These projects will entail conducting research on the role of sex hormones in the immune response to viruses like HPV and non-reproductive cancers through analyses of data from surveys, registries, cohort studies, and electronic health records, incorporating molecular epidemiology methods (e.g., analyses of biomarkers). 

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, and compensation and benefits. Learn more about the advantages of a DCEG fellowship.

Qualifications

Candidates should possess a doctoral degree in epidemiology or related field, and have strong quantitative and writing skills. Previous experience analyzing data in SAS, R, or Stata is preferred. 

Review of applications will continue until the position is filled. Applicants may be U.S. citizens, permanent residents; or foreign nationals (visa requirements apply).  Candidates are subject to a background investigation. DHHS, NIH, and NCI are Equal Opportunity Employers and dedicated to building a diverse community in their training and employment programs.

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

To Apply

Please send your CV along with a cover letter detailing your qualifications/experience and why you are interested in the position to sarah.jackson@nih.gov

Position Location

Rockville, MD

DHHS, NIH, and NCI are Equal Opportunity Employers

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