CDC STD Clinics & Ending the HIV Epidemic (EHE) Communications and Planning Fellowship
Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC)
How to Apply
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A complete application consists of:
An application
Transcripts – Click here for detailed information about acceptable transcripts
A current resume/CV, including academic history, employment history, relevant experiences, and publication list
One educational or professional recommendation. Your application will be considered incomplete, and will not be reviewed until one recommendation is submitted.
All documents must be in English or include an official English translation.
Application Deadline
11/21/2022 3:00:00 PM Eastern Time Zone
Description
*Applications will be reviewed on a rolling-basis.
CDC Office and Location: A fellowship opportunity is available with the Office of the Director (OD) of the National Center for HIV, Viral Hepatitis, STD, and TB Prevention (NCHHSTP), at the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) in Atlanta, Georgia. This Fellowship will be 100% virtual.
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) is one of the major operation components of the Department of Health and Human Services. CDC works to protect America from health, safety and security threats, both foreign and in the U.S. Whether diseases start at home or abroad, are chronic or acute, curable or preventable, human error or deliberate attack, CDC fights disease and supports communities and citizens to do the same.
Research Project: This fellow will be trained on the key roles that support coordination of DSTDP-led Ending the HIV Epidemic in the U.S. (EHE) activities in STD specialty clinics. The primary purpose of this fellowship is to learn about the development and management of a public health program supporting EHE activities in STD clinics.
Learning Objectives: Specific activities include:
Learn about the EHE initiative, the vital role played by STD clinics, and the importance of holistic, coordinated care when addressing overlapping epidemics.
Learn how DSTDP collaborates with internal Division and Center staff and key external partners to support implementation and evaluation of EHE activities.
Learn how to develop, promote, and disseminate communication products that highlight promising practices and lessons learned to help strengthen clinic infrastructure.
Learn how to develop reports that provide qualitative and quantitative feedback on program activities and identify strengths and areas where training and capacity-building assistance is needed.
Learn how to move through the first three phases of the Notice of Funding Opportunity (NOFO) development process, from planning/preparation to program design and ultimately drafting of a NOFO.
Mentor(s): The mentor for this opportunity is Diane Ballard (iqu0@cdc.gov). If you have questions about the nature of the research please contact the mentor(s).
Anticipated Appointment Start Date: January 17, 2023. Start date is flexible and will depend on a variety of factors.
Appointment Length: The appointment will initially be for one year, but may be renewed upon recommendation of CDC and is contingent on the availability of funds.
Level of Participation: The appointment is full-time.
Participant Stipend: The participant will receive a monthly stipend commensurate with educational level and experience.
Citizenship Requirements: This opportunity is available to U.S. citizens only.
ORISE Information: This program, administered by ORAU through its contract with the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) to manage the Oak Ridge Institute for Science and Education (ORISE), was established through an interagency agreement between DOE and CDC. Participants do not become employees of CDC, DOE or the program administrator, and there are no employment-related benefits. Proof of health insurance is required for participation in this program. Health insurance can be obtained through ORISE.
The successful applicant(s) will be required to comply with Environmental, Safety and Health (ES&H) requirements of the hosting facility, including but not limited to, COVID-19 requirements (e.g. facial covering, physical distancing, testing, vaccination).
Questions: Please visit our Program Website. After reading, if you have additional questions about the application process please email ORISE.CDC.NCHHSTP@orau.org and include the reference code for this opportunity.
Qualifications
The qualified candidate should have received a master’s degree in one of the relevant fields (e.g. Public Health), or be currently pursuing the degree with completion before January 1, 2023. Degree must have been received within the past five years.
Preferred skills:
Experience in health communications, public health policy, program planning, and/or project management.
Experience working with or for an STI, HIV or other infectious disease-related public health program would be beneficial
Strong interest in STI, HIV, and sexual health
Eligibility Requirements
Citizenship: U.S. Citizen Only
Degree: Master’s Degree received within the last 60 months or anticipated to be received by 1/1/2023 11:59:00 PM.
Discipline(s):
Communications and Graphics Design
Life Health and Medical Sciences
Other Physical Sciences
Social and Behavioral Sciences
Affirmation
I certify that I have not previously been employed by CDC or by a contractor working directly for CDC. I understand that CDC does not permit individuals with a prior employment relationship with CDC or its contractors to participate as trainees in the ORISE program. (Exceptions may be granted for individuals who, since the previous CDC employment, have obtained a new STEM degree which necessitates training in a new field.)