Internships and fellowships postings as of March 31, 2021

POSITION: Postdoctoral Fellow Position in Racism and Birth Outcomes

ORGANIZATION: University of California, San Francisco 

Postdoctoral Fellow Position in Racism and Birth Outcomes 

Researchers at the University of California, San Francisco announce an opening for a Postdoctoral Fellow with a focus on racism and health outcomes under the NIH R01 grant “Risk and strength: determining the impact of area-level racial bias and protective factors on birth outcomes.”  

Under the direction of the principal investigator, Dr. Thu T. Nguyen, the postdoctoral fellow will help lead publications investigating the role of area-level racial sentiment, hate speech, and racial prejudice on adverse birth outcomes, allostatic load, and other health outcomes.  

Project Summary 

There are large and persistent racial and ethnic disparities in preterm birth and low birth weight. Individual-level risk factors do not fully explain the observed disparities. There is increasing evidence for the role of area-level racial bias in explaining these disparities, but we currently lack the measures, methods, and findings to empirically evaluate its influence. The proposed research will advance the research in all 3 areas. We will be using online and social media data and machine learning models to create two measures of area-level racial bias and implement a robust research design to determine whether area-level racial bias impacts birth outcomes. Our investigative team—comprised of experts in the field of epidemiology, health disparities, machine learning, social media data, biostatistics, and community engaged research—is uniquely suited to implement the study aims. Our Specific Aims are to 1) track and detect changes in area-level racial bias and identify local and national race-related events during these time points, 2) determine the impact of changes in area-level racial bias on changes in adverse birth outcomes, and 3) identify protective factors for adverse birth outcome. Because our data is collected repeatedly and finely across the United States, we can explicitly account for temporal trends and place effects. The proposed study uses new data to capture trends in racial bias with sophisticated machine learning models, and represents a critical advancement in the investigation of racial disparities in birth outcomes. 

Postdoctoral fellow’s role 

The postdoctoral fellow will help address issues related to the measurement of area-level racial bias using online and social media. The fellow will implement analytic approaches using the timing of race-related events to quantify the extent to which changes in area-level racial bias are related to changes in birth outcomes. The project employs an array of methods including rigorous quantitative approaches involving large datasets, machine learning models, analysis of natural experiments, regression methods, and qualitative research methods to accomplish the research objectives. The role of the fellow would be to implement the quantitative analyses and be part of the broader research team to support the machine learning and qualitative work.  

The postdoctoral fellow will gain experience in data management of large data sources, data analysis, manuscript preparation, and grant proposals. The fellow will have opportunities to first author papers and have dedicated time to prepare her/his own grant proposals. The fellow will also have opportunities to attend conferences and will collaborate with the interdisciplinary research collaborative, Big Data for Health Equity (BD4HE), led by Dr. Nguyen. BD4HE is composed of faculty, trainees, and students across various universities in the U.S. committed to advancing research on inequities in health using big data. As a result, the fellow will have a well-rounded and robust preparation for future scientific and career endeavors. People who identify with groups which are under-represented in academia are especially encouraged to apply as a diverse research team with strengthen this work. 

Qualifications 

Candidates must hold or complete a doctoral degree (PhD, ScD, DrPH, or equivalent) before the position starts. We encourage applications from epidemiology, biostatistics, environmental health, social and behavioral sciences, and data science. 

 Experience in Stata, R, or SAS is required. Fellow must have strong quantitative skills, be detailed-oriented, and willing to implement and / or learn novel approaches in advanced epidemiology, data science, and GIS as needed. Methodological expertise in longitudinal analysis and natural language processing are highly desirable. Research experience in social determinants of health, health disparities, and racism research is also highly desirable. This position is for two to three years pending annual review and is suitable for graduating doctoral students who are looking to gain research experience and further career development. 

Applicants may submit their applications in an email entitled “Postdoc application” to Dr. Nguyen at thu.nguyen@ucsf.edu. Questions about the position can also be directed to Dr. Nguyen. Screening of applicants will begin immediately and will continue as needed throughout the recruitment period. The earliest start date is June 2021. Salaries are competitive and will be commensurate with the applicants’ experience and training.  

Application requirements 

• Curriculum Vitae 
• Cover Letter describing interests, experience, and career goals 
• One manuscript (published or unpublished) 
• Sample of statistical code

  Reference requirements 

• 3-5 required (contact information only)

  The University of California is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, or protected veteran status. 

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POSITION: Communications and Partnerships Intern

ORGANIZATION: There Is No Limit Foundation 

Overview: 

There Is No Limit Foundation is an international non-profit organization founded in 2008. Our mission is to ensure people, especially women and children, live in dignity and security while reaching their full socio-economic potential. 

There Is No Limit Foundation seeks a Communications and Partnerships Intern to join its team. The Communications and Partnerships Intern will help with the creation, implementation, and evaluation of internal and external communication and advocacy strategies to strengthen communication and knowledge-sharing between There Is No Limit Foundation and its stakeholders. They will also develop and foster key relationships with organizations and individuals to advance the mission of There Is No Limit Foundation. The Communications and Partnerships Intern reports to the Director of Communications and Partnerships. 

Responsibilities: 

The Communications and Partnerships Intern’s primary job responsibilities include: Communications 

1. Providing communications support for There Is No Limit Foundation’s annual work plan. 
2. Assisting with the maintenance of There Is No Limit Foundation’s website and social media channels. 
3. Assisting with media and communications campaigns, including graphic design, video editing, social media messaging, and photography. 
4. Developing and maintaining a database of local, national, and international media institutions. 
5. Identifying print, electronic and in-person platforms to communicate with key audiences and increase There Is No Limit Foundation brand awareness and fundraising opportunities.
6. Developing and implementing a marketing and dissemination strategy for There Is No Limit Foundation’s print and electronic materials via digital and traditional media outreach. 
7. Updating the website content on a monthly basis or as needed with latest updates, Member highlights, new tools/resources, and upcoming events. 

Partnerships 

1. Identifying opportunities for partnerships with individuals and organizations to advance There Is No Limit Foundation 
2. Implementing an outreach plan to partners 
3. Developing events/convenings to highlight partnerships and There Is No Limit Foundation’s programs and impact 
4. Undertaking all other duties and projects as may be assigned from time to time 

Preferred Skills: 

1. Broad understanding of principles of strategic communications and marketing, including social media management, marketing asset development (social media tiles, blog pieces, etc.,) and partnership development/relationship management in the international development field 
2. Excellent critical thinking skills and sound judgment—proven willingness to make timely and effective decisions based on accurate judgment 
3. Excellent verbal and written communications skills 
4. Accuracy and attention to details 
5. Excellent interpersonal and listening skills—ability to interact with all levels of staff in a professional manner 
6. Excellent organizational skills—ability to manage deadlines, to manage others and to work independently 
7. Ability to work in a cross-cultural, geographically dispersed team environment 
8. Ability to work abroad in sometimes difficult and challenging environments 
9. Advanced knowledge of word processing, and database maintenance (i.e. Excel) 
10. Ability to travel to countries of operations 

Preferred Experience 

1. Graduate or undergraduate studying in relevant field 
2. Experience in the communications field, planning, writing, editing, and producing communications through a variety of print and online media, with new media technology 
3. Experience in partnership/relationship outreach and management, preferably to benefit towards people impacted by poverty, domestic and/or gender-based violence 
4. Experience with project implementation and/or development preferred 
5. Experience with fundraising and event planning/implementation 
6. International project experience with other donors also desired 

Salary: This is an unpaid volunteer opportunity; some expenses related to the role may be reimbursed with prior approval. 

Position Type: Part time; maximum 20 hours per week 

Role Location: Mostly remote; in-person, as needed 

To Apply: Send cover letter, resume and a writing sample to info@thereisnolimitfoundation.org 

There Is No Limit Foundation is an equal opportunity employer that values diversity at all levels. 

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POSITION: Programs and Evaluation Intern

ORGANIZATION: There Is No Limit Foundation

Overview: 

There Is No Limit Foundation is an international non-profit organization founded in 2008. Our mission is to ensure people, especially women and children, live in dignity and security while reaching their full socio-economic potential. 

There Is No Limit Foundation seeks a Programs and Evaluation Intern to join its team. The Programs and Evaluation Intern will help create activities to achieve programmatic objectives, track program achievements, identify new opportunities, coordinate with field staff, and represent There Is No Limit Foundation to donors, partners and other external stakeholders. The Programs and Evaluation Intern reports to the Director of Programs and Evaluation. 

Responsibilities: 

The Programs and Evaluation Intern’s primary job responsibilities include: 

1. Assisting in the development, implementation, monitoring, and coordination of all program development efforts including identifying and analyzing new program opportunities within countries of operations 
2. Assisting in the regular coordination of other staff engaged in program development within countries of operations 
3. Supporting the development of monitoring and evaluation processes for measuring the impact of program activities and maintaining relevant databases in collaboration with staff within countries of operations 
4. Assisting in the management proposal processes for grants/reports in collaboration with other staff members 
5. Representing There Is No Limit Foundation at meetings, conferences, and workshops 
6. Developing and implementing events that amplify the impact of the programs and fosters knowledge sharing and storytelling 
7. Undertaking all other duties and projects as may be assigned from time to time 

Preferred Skills: 

1. Broad understanding of principles of international development, including sub-fields such as community mobilization, local governance and civil society development, local economic development, microfinance, food security, health and/or others 
2. Excellent critical thinking skills and sound judgment—proven willingness to make timely and effective decisions based on accurate judgment 
3. Excellent verbal and written communications skills 
4. Accuracy and attention to details 
5. Excellent interpersonal and listening skills—ability to interact with all levels of staff in a professional manner 
6. Excellent organizational skills—ability to manage deadlines, to manage others and to work independently 
7. Ability to work in a cross-cultural, geographically dispersed team environment 
8. Ability to work abroad in sometimes difficult and challenging environments 
9. Advanced knowledge of word processing, and database maintenance (i.e. Excel) 

Preferred Experience 

1. Graduate or undergraduate studying in relevant field 
2. Experience in field program implementation, program backstopping and/or budgeting desired, preferably geared towards people impacted by poverty, domestic and/or gender-based violence 
3. Experience with project implementation and/or development preferred 
4. Experience with program/project monitoring and evaluation 
5. Experience with fundraising and event planning/implementation 
6. International project experience with other donors also desired 

Salary: This is an unpaid volunteer opportunity; some expenses related to the role may be reimbursed with prior approval. 

Position Type: Part time; maximum 20 hours per week Role Location: Mostly remote; in-person, as needed 

To Apply: Send cover letter, resume and a writing sample to info@thereisnolimitfoundation.org 

There Is No Limit Foundation is an equal opportunity employer that values diversity at all levels. 

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POSITION: Various internships, part-time jobs, and full-time jobs at partner organizations

ORGANIZATION: LifeSci Internship Program

Spring is the busiest season at the LifeSci NYC Internship Program, as we will spend the next couple months matching student applicants with host companies. 

Our application deadline for students is next Wednesday, March 31. (Alumni who graduated in spring 2020 or later are eligible too!)

Once students complete our online application, they receive access to our full job listings. We update our listings constantly, and will continue to add new opportunities throughout the spring. Student applicants then need only submit a cover letter to apply for each job that interests them — and we welcome them to apply for as many positions as are a fit for their interests and qualifications.

 We have placed over 300 students into positions at 90 different NYC companies since 2018, and expect this to be our best year yet. While we, of course, welcome science students, we are also strongly encouraging more applications from students in business majors and tech fields (computer science, data science, statistics, etc.). In their applications — and, ultimately, cover letters — these students should be prepared to discuss their interest in applying their skills within the life sciences industry. As a reminder, we are open to both undergraduates and graduate students.

The LifeSci NYC Internship Program offers the opportunity to apply to paid internships and jobs at a broad spectrum of companies and organizations across New York City’s life sciences industry. Over the past three years, via LifeSci NYC, over 300 students have worked at 90 different companies. The program is open to undergraduate and graduate students who either attend a university in New York City or are residents of New York City. Recent graduates (spring 2020 and later) are also eligible to apply. The deadline to apply for summer internships is Wednesday, March 31. Apply HERE! 

We also continue to post non-summer roles,many of which are full-time jobs. These opportunities are posted on a rolling basis, and both recent alumni and current students are eligible. The full rolling list of opportunities can always be viewed HERE. Recently posted roles include Front Office & Workplace Coordinator at Teladoc, spring Marketing

Intern at Zeel, Synthetic Biology Technicians at Neochromosome, Bioprocess

Associate at C16 Biosciences, Onboarding Operations Associate at Valera Health, and Sales Assistant at CortecNet.

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POSITION: Quantitative Methods Postdoctoral Fellow: Brain Injury & Dementia Research

ORGANIZATION: The Brain Injury Research Center (BIRC) at Mount Sinai 

Note: Due to COVID-19 pandemic, fellow can work remotely until January 2022

The Brain Injury Research Center (BIRC) at Mount Sinai is currently recruiting a postdoctoral fellow to play a leadership role in federally funded studies that use large-scale data resources (sample sizes ranging from 4,000 – 30,000 participants) to investigate associations of TBI with Alzheimer’s Disease and Related Dementias (AD/ADRDs), late life health, and functional outcomes. Studies investigating long-term effects of TBI on disease comorbidity, cognition, and other outcomes of interest are also welcome, as are individuals with interest in life course epidemiology and social determinants of health. The fellow would be a key collaborator on a multidisciplinary research team, and would be expected to initiate independent research using a large databases under the supervision of a mentorship team curated to facilitate attainment of individual career development goals. The ideal candidate will have a strong quantitative experience and training in biostatistics, epidemiology, or related fields (i.e., public health). Interest in advanced statistics and psychometric methods, including data reduction methodology, causal inference or life course epidemiology, is a strength, as the fellow will be invited to creatively apply novel methods to existing data to better understand mechanisms and outcomes following brain injury.

The Brain Injury Research Center leads national rankings in NIH and federal funding, and is renowned for the scope, quality, and impact of its research. Research opportunities for fellows include:

• Longitudinal investigation of long-term trajectories of clinical functioning over time among brain injury survivors enrolled in prospective studies
• Examination of social determinants of health in post-TBI outcomes using large-scale databases
• Use of individual patient data meta analysis (IPDMA) and related methods to investigate late life health across 4-5 longitudinal studies of cognitive aging.
• Use of data reduction methods, factor analysis, LASSO and machine learning methods to explore phenotypes of post-traumatic neurodegeneration
• Measurement development and data harmonization using advanced psychometric methods
• Participation in grant writing, including pilot grants and career development awards

All applicants should have completed doctoral training or equivalent in a quantitative (e.g., biostatistics, epidemiology, public health. Postdoctoral fellows will develop individualized career development plans in collaboration with a multidisciplinary mentorship team, participate in collaborative and independent research, and develop/refine skills in advanced quantitative research methods.

Salary will be commensurate with experience; benefits include health, dental and vision insurances, paid time-off, and conference time. Postdoctoral fellows would be eligible for subsidized housing within walking distance of the Mount Sinai medical center campus. Applicants should have previous research experience, strong quantitative training, and aspirations for a career in clinical research. Individuals from diverse backgrounds and under-represented communities are strongly encouraged to apply. 

Applicants should send a cover letter, CV, 1-2 representative publications, and a list of 3 professional references to Annell.Ovalles@mountsinai.org

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POSITION: Assistant/Associate Professor of Practice and Director, Master of Public Health Program

ORGANIZATION: Virginia Tech Public Health Program

The Master of Public Health degree is part of the Virginia Tech Public Health Program, housed in the Virginia‐Maryland College of Veterinary Medicine and created in partnership with the Virginia Tech Carilion School of Medicine. The MPH offers two concentrations: infectious disease and public health education, with emphases on One Health and rural/Appalachian health. The program received initial Council on Education for Public Health (CEPH) accreditation in 2013 and was re‐ accredited in 2018 for a seven‐year term.

Virginia Tech’s motto, Ut Prosim (that I may serve), is a program core value. Students and faculty engage in research, practice, and volunteer work in our surrounding communities in Southwest and Southside Virginia, the Commonwealth, Central Appalachia, the Nation and the World. The MPH program places emphasis on teamwork and interprofessionalism and has embedded corresponding experiences throughout the curriculum, including a team‐based culminating experience. The MPH program preserves a small student to faculty ratio, allowing all students develop networks with public health faculty members to gain career and academic mentoring.

The program accepts approximately 40 full‐ and part‐time MPH, DVM/MPH, simultaneous degree (e.g., PhD/MPH, MS/MPH), and accelerated degree (e.g., BSPH/MPH) students each year on the Blacksburg campus. The majority of MPH students are full‐time and complete the program in two years. There are 25 total primary and secondary program faculty and six department staff.

Additional academic offerings in the Public Health Program include the Bachelor of Science in Public Health (BSPH) degree, undergraduate Public Health minor, and a Graduate Certificate in Public Health.

Position Overview

This is a full time, 12‐month, non‐tenure track leadership position in the Public Health Program at Virginia Tech. The primary responsibility is coordination of the Master of Public Health degree program. The distribution of effort is 40% MPH administration and 60% other faculty responsibilities (30% teaching, 20% service, and 10% research/scholarly effort). 

Required Qualifications

• Graduate public health degree with a demonstrated understanding of MPH programs and training; 
• A minimum of 2 years of administrative leadership in an accredited academic public health program or school; 
• A minimum of 3 years of applicable public health experience working in community health, health promotion, and/or health policy; 
• Knowledge and experience in the process of CEPH-accreditation of public health programs; 
• Demonstrated leadership in the public health field at the local, state, or national levels; 
• Engagement with national, regional, state and/or local partnerships that will enhance the MPH program; 
• Ability to work in a team environment with academic faculty and public health and/or community practitioners; 
• Experience in teaching and mentoring. 

Application Process

Applications will be accepted online at https://jobs.vt.edu (Job no: 515223). Applicants must submit a formal cover letter addressing scholarship interests and qualifications, brief statements of teaching philosophy/experience and research interests/experience, a brief statement describing the applicant’s interest in and experience working with diverse groups and underrepresented populations, a current curriculum vitae, and the names and contact information of three references who can assess the applicant’s qualifications for this position.

Inquiries concerning the position or application process should be directed to Dr. Kathy Hosig, search committee co‐chair, at khosig@vt.edu. Review of applications will begin on April 15, 2021 and continue until a successful candidate has been identified. 

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POSITION: Post-doctoral Fellows – Behavioral Science Training in Drug Abuse Research

ORGANIZATION: Rory Meyers College of Nursing, New York University 

PURPOSE: 

This postdoctoral program supports behavioral scientists interested in learning about and developing careers in advanced research in the area of drug use and misuse. 

THE RESEARCH AND TRAINING EXPERIENCE: 

Postdoctoral Fellows will develop knowledge of and skills in drug abuse research through hands-on experience and formal training. Working closely with senior project directors, Fellows participate in on-going research and develop their own research projects. Examples of on-going projects include studies related to drug abuse and crime, intravenous drug use, HIV/AIDS, prenatal and maternal drug use, treatment of mentally ill drug abusers, teen drug use and psychosocial health, and evaluations of several treatment programs. In-house training emphasizes field data collection, statistical analysis, computer use, program evaluation, professional writing for publication, proposal writing, policy-making, and the practical application of these skills. Fellows are encouraged to carry out their own projects, conduct their own research, and submit grant proposals to funding sources. In addition, Fellows may enroll at universities in the metropolitan area to take advanced courses on drug abuse research, related substantive topics, and research methodologies as deemed necessary to round out their professional expertise. 

BENEFITS: 

Fellows will receive an annual stipend ranging from $52,704 (with no postdoctoral experience) to $64,008 (with 7 years experience), health insurance, tuition and fees and researchrelated support. Fellowship appointments are made for a period of 12 months and renewable for up to another two years. 

UNIVERSITY AFFILIATION: 

The BST program, NIDA’s largest and longest-standing behavioral sciences training program is housed at the Rory Meyers College of Nursing, New York University and is affiliated with the NIDA-funded Center for Drug Use and HIV/HCV Research, one of the nation’s premiere research centers focused on substance use and infectious diseases. 

APPLICATION: 

While it is not essential to have written a dissertation on some aspect of drug abuse, candidates must have completed doctorates and have a serious interest in a career in drug abuse research. Minority candidates are especially encouraged to apply. Please submit a letter of interest, curriculum vita, and a copy of a publication or paper. U.S. citizenship or permanent resident (green card) status is required. 

FOR MORE INFORMATION about the BST program and application instructions, see our website at wp.nyu.edu/bst Gregory P. Falkin, Ph.D., Program Director Vicki Zaleski, Administrator Behavioral Science Training in Drug Abuse Research Rory Meyers College of Nursing, NYU 380 Second Avenue, Suite 306 New York, New York 10010 email: greg.falkin@nyu.edu and vicki.zaleski@nyu.edu

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POSITION: Post-doctoral Fellow

ORGANIZATION: Health x Housing Lab in the Department of Population Health at NYU Grossman School of Medicine 

POSTDOCTORAL FELLOW OPPORTUNITY (JULY 1 Start). The newly formed Health x Housing Lab in the Department of Population Health at NYU Grossman School of Medicine will serve as a trusted broker of evidence-based information and guidance for initiatives, practice, and policy sitting at the intersection of health and housing. The Health x Housing Lab is seeking a fulltime Postdoctoral Fellow for a 1 year position (a 2nd year may be possible through mutual agreement) with an anticipated start date of July 1, 2021. The Postdoctoral Fellow will lead Health x Housing Lab research projects, assist with other Lab activities (e.g., participating in Advisory Committee meetings, contributing to seminars and policy-related activities), and learn and develop in their careers. The position is based in New York City, though work will be remote until allowed by the COVID-19 pandemic. Please see the full posting here to learn more and for information on how to apply, or email Kelly.doran@nyulangone.org: https://mailchi.mp/nyulangone/health-x-housing-lab-postdoc