CDC BS-level fellowship appointment

Fellowship Position at the

Centers for Disease Control and Prevention

National Center for Environmental Health

Division of Laboratory Sciences

The Clinical Chemistry Branch at the National Center for Environmental Health, CDC is performing research in the area of human biomonitoring. This research involves the development of analytical methods to measure human exposure to compounds such as acrylamide, a probable carcinogen, and trans-fatty acids, which have been linked with cardiovascular disease. Information obtained with this research will be used to determine the extent of exposure in the population, to identify population subgroups with increased exposure, and to assess possible associations between exposure and health effects.

The research involves activities such as sample preparation using automated equipment, analysis of samples by mass spectrometry, data processing and analysis, and presentation of results. The candidate needs to perform these tasks in compliance with CDC and CLIA policies and regulations, which requires record keeping activities and performing administrative tasks.

This fellowship will provide the opportunity to obtain hands-on experience in human biomonitoring using state-of-the-art laboratory equipment and procedures, in working in a CLIA regulated environment, and in biomonitoring related public health activities.

We are seeking a candidate with a B.S. degree in science (Minimum GPA: 3.0) and experience in chemical and analytical laboratory work (preferably with HPLC, GC, and MS instrumentation) as well as good communication skills. Further, experience conducting routine laboratory tasks is desirable. The candidate should be proficient in Microsoft Office applications.

This fellowship is administered through the CDC Foundation. The duration of this fellowship appointment is 1 – 2 years. The stipend depends on grade and qualification and follows those described in federal salary tables (GS tables). The workplace is located in Atlanta, GA. For further information about the Division of Laboratory Sciences visit http://www.cdc.gov/nceh/dls/.

Applications should be emailed to Heather Kuiper, Ph.D. (HKuiper@cdc.gov) by February 24, 2012. The application should include a curriculum vitae or resume, copy of transcripts, current pay stub or salary on letterhead (if applicable) and two letters of recommendation (letters by E-mail are sufficient).