Job
Staff Scientist
Organization
National Institute of Environmental Health Sciences, Research Triangle Park, NC
Scientific focus area
Epidemiology, Cancer Biology
The Epidemiology Branch in the Division of Intramural Research of the National Institute of Environmental Health Sciences (NIEHS), National Institutes of Health (NIH), Research Triangle Park, North Carolina is recruiting a Staff Scientist for the Environment and Cancer Epidemiology Group.
About the position
The successful candidate will support research activities and training in the field of environmental and cancer epidemiology and administrative support as needed. The primary responsibilities of the successful candidate will be to:
- Lead scientific activities pertaining to chemical exposures and cancer incidence;
- Serve as a resource for knowledge of statistical and epidemiologic methods for current and new members of the research group and external collaborators; and
- Mentor postbaccalaureate fellows, medical fellows, and summer students.
A Staff Scientist 1 is an NIH employee generally appointed to a time-limited, renewable position, similar to that of a non-tenure track research faculty at many universities. Staff Scientists do not receive independent resources, but often work independently and have sophisticated skills and knowledge essential to the work of the laboratory. Staff Scientists should be capable of independently designing studies, but do not have responsibilities for initiating new research programs. The Staff Scientist Position will directly report to Dr. Alexandra White and be supported by the resources of the Environment and Cancer Epidemiology Group.
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What you'll need to apply
Review of applications for the position will begin on December 23, 2024. Interested candidates must submit all materials specified below as one combined PDF via email to Intramural Applications (int-appls@niehs.nih.gov). Include the vacancy number NR153 in the subject line.
A complete application includes:
- Cover letter (two-page statement of research experience and goals)
- Curriculum Vitae: Include your full curriculum vitae and bibliography. Please include a description of mentoring and outreach activities, especially activities with women or other underrepresented groups in biomedical sciences.
- DEIA Statement: Include a statement, not to exceed 1 page, that addresses your commitment to Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Accessibility.
- Copies of two relevant publications (can include manuscripts under review).
In addition, you must also arrange for three letters of reference to be sent directly to Intramural Applications (int-appls@niehs.nih.gov). Letters should be on official letterhead, signed, and dated. Referees must include the applicant’s name and vacancy number NR153 in the email subject line. Incomplete applications or paper applications will not be accepted.
Contact name
Dr. Shanshan Zhao
Contact email
Qualifications
Candidates should have both a doctoral degree (PhD or ScD or the equivalent) and at least 3 years of postdoctoral training in epidemiology, environmental health sciences or statistics with applications to epidemiologic data including a strong record of relevant scientific publication. Preference will be given to candidates with a proven track record of research on health effects of environmental exposures on cancer outcomes and with relevant expertise for assessment and analysis of exposure to environmental chemicals using high-dimensional exposomics and metabolomics data. Special consideration will be given to candidates with experience implementing chemical mixtures analysis, survival analysis, and epidemiologic methods for analyzing complex longitudinal data. The candidate must demonstrate strong quantitative skills including mastery of multiple statistical programming software packages (e.g., SAS, R). The successful candidate will display high scientific research productivity as demonstrated by peer-reviewed publications as well as oral presentations. Mentoring experience is desired but not required. Appointee may be a US citizen, Legal Permanent Resident or non-US citizen who is eligible for a valid work authorization. This position is subject to a background investigation.
Disclaimer/Fine Print
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. The NIH encourages the application and nomination of qualified women, minorities, and individuals with disabilities.