CDC Toxin-Mediated Diseases Fellowship
*Applications will be reviewed on a rolling-basis.
A research opportunity is currently available in the Division of Laboratory Sciences (DLS) within the National Center for Environmental Health (NCEH) at the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) in Atlanta, Georgia.
The Clinical Chemistry Branch (CCB) at the DLS conducts research and provides laboratory support to improve the diagnosis, assessment of treatment efficacy, and prevention of toxin mediated diseases. CCB develops analytical methods for the detection of botulinum neurotoxin, ricin, abrin, and other protein toxins in clinical and/or environmental samples.
Under the guidance of a mentor, the participant will be involved in the following research activities: sample preparation, analysis of samples by mass spectrometry, data processing and analysis using complex software and data evaluation procedures, and presentation of results. These activities will be performed in compliance with CDC policies and regulations, including the Clinical Laboratory Improvement Amendment (CLIA). Learning objectives include analysis of clinical samples for the presence of protein toxins using mass spectrometry.
Anticipated Appointment Start Date: August 3, 2020
This program, administered by ORAU through its contract with the U.S. Department of Energy to manage the Oak Ridge Institute for Science and Education, was established through an interagency agreement between DOE and CDC. The initial appointment can be up to one year, but may be renewed upon recommendation of CDC contingent on the availability of funds. The participant will receive a monthly stipend commensurate with educational level and experience. Proof of health insurance is required for participation in this program. The appointment is full-time at CDC in the Atlanta, Georgia, area. Participants do not become employees of CDC, DOE or the program administrator, and there are no employment-related benefits.
Qualifications
The qualified candidate should have received a bachelor's or master's degree in one of the relevant fields, or be currently pursuing one of the degrees and will reach completion by the appointment start date. Degree must have been received within five years of the appointment start date.
This opportunity is available to US citizens only.
Minimum Overall GPA: 3.0
If you have questions, send an email to ORISE.CDC.NCEH@orau.org. Please include the reference code for this opportunity (CDC-DLS-2020-0134) in your email.