Division of Population Health Research
Epidemiology Branch
Postdoctoral Fellowships
The
Epidemiology Branch
is an intramural research program within the Division
of Population Health Research at the Eunice Kennedy
Shriver National Institute of Child Health and
Human Development. The Branch’s mission is to conduct
original research focusing on human reproduction,
pregnancy, and maternal and child health. Branch
scientists are internationally recognized as leaders
in these areas and are recruiting multiple
post-doctoral fellows interested in fetal growth and
development, pregnancy complications (e.g.,
gestational diabetes, preterm birth, preeclampsia),
environmental factors, genetics, epigenetics,
neurodevelopment, pediatrics, nutrition and lifestyle,
obesity, type 2 diabetes, cardio-metabolic disorders,
developmental origins of health & disease, and health
disparities. Applicants with related experience are
encouraged to apply even if they do not have prior
experience in reproductive, perinatal, or pediatric
epidemiology.
Our
interdisciplinary program is designed to provide
experiences that foster the development of skills
necessary to conduct independent research and to
cross-train fellows in related disciplines such as
reproductive and perinatal epidemiology,
endocrinology, pediatrics, genetics, nutrition, and
statistics.
Postdoctoral fellows have the opportunity to develop
their own research initiatives within the mission of
the Branch using the wealth of data from available
cohorts.
In the
Epidemiology Branch we are seeking multiple applicants
with a range of analytical, technical, and clinical
skills who are ready to tackle great challenges and
make an impact on the lives of women, men, and
children.
Candidates legally approved to work in the USA with an
earned doctoral degree in epidemiology, genetics, or a
closely related field or those with a medical degree
with some experience or advanced graduate training in
epidemiology, population health, or biostatistics
within the past five years are invited to apply.
Preference will be given to candidates with
demonstrated research interests in areas currently
under investigation in the Branch and to candidates
with superior analytic and communication skills.
Salary is commensurate with training and relevant
research experience. The position also provides paid
health insurance and transportation benefits. Multiple
positions are available and will remain open until
qualified applicants are found.
Applicants should send: 1) a curriculum vitae;
2) a statement of research interests to be pursued
during training; 3) three letters of reference; and 4)
transcripts for undergraduate and graduate degrees to
the contact listed below. Note: Official transcripts
may be requested if selected for an interview.
Applicants need not have completed their doctoral
training prior to applying, although training must be
completed prior to the start of the fellowship.
Dr.
Katherine Grantz
Senior Investigator, Epidemiology Branch, DiPHR/DIR/NICHD/NIH
6710B Rockledge Blvd., MSC 7004, Bethesda, MD 20892
Email:
katherine.grantz@nih.gov
Applications and administrative questions can be
emailed to
Dr. Jessica Gleason
(jessica.gleason@nih.gov). Applications received
before January 12, 2024 will be given priority, but
applications will be accepted until all available
positions are filled.
Further information about the Epidemiology Branch and
Division may be found at:
http://www.nichd.nih.gov/about/org/diphr/eb/Pages/default.aspx
Further information about the NIH training and education
program and professional development opportunities may
be found at:
https://www.training.nih.gov/trainees/postdocs
HHS
and NIH are Equal Opportunity Employers
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