CDC job - Spring 2013 graduates

Currently, we are interviewing candidates for an opening as a Research Fellow in our laboratory. The available post graduate position is an ORISE (Oak Ridge Institute for Science and Education) fellowship, managed by ORAU (Oak Ridge Associated Universities). You can find more information about ORISE and its relationship with Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) at www.orau.gov/cdc/.

 

The focus of our research is the assessment of human exposure to environmental chemicals by measuring their concentrations in human tissues. Specifically, in our group we measure phthalates, bisphenol A and other environmental phenols, and organic fluorochemicals. These compounds are used in multiple commercial applications including personal care products, surfactants, lubricants, paints, polishes, food packaging, and fire-retarding foams. Increased concern exists regarding the toxicity of these compounds in humans. We are part of the Division of Laboratory Sciences housed at the National Center for Environmental Health at the CDC. For more information about our Division’s activities, please go to www.cdc.gov/nceh/dls .

 

His/her main duties will involve the preparation of biological samples (including urine and serum) to be analyzed for some of these chemicals. The fellow will also get hands-on experience on analytical techniques such as HPLC and tandem mass spectrometry.

 

If you are interested please email your resume to Dr. Kayoko Kato (ktk2@cdc.gov) for consideration.

CDC Fellowship Position

CDC Foundation Fellowship Position

Centers for Disease Control and Prevention

National Center for Environmental Health

Division of Laboratory Sciences

The Clinical Chemistry Branch (CCB) at the National Center for Environmental Health, CDC, develops and improves methods for assessing disease status associated with and the risk for selected chronic diseases, including cardiovascular disease, diabetes, and hormonal disorders. Part of the work involves hormone steroid measurement in the U.S. population using the state-of-the art instrumentation such as LC-MS/MS and automated liquid handling system.

The candidate should have a Bachelor degree in Chemistry or equivalent (Minimum GPA: 3.0) with extensive laboratory experience.  The following skills are desired:

·         Experience with HPLC and MS instrumentation.

·         Excellent analytical and quantitative skills.

This fellowship will provide the opportunity to obtain hands-on experiences in measuring steroid hormones, in working in a CLIA regulated work environment, in research using state-of-the-art laboratory equipment and to learn more about public health activities.

This fellowship will be administered through the CDC Foundation (visit www.cdcfoundation.org for further information), and no visa sponsorship is provided for this position. The duration of this fellowship appointment is 1 year. The stipend depends on grade and qualification and follows those stated in federal salary tables (GS tables). The workplace is located in Atlanta, GA.

Applications should be sent to Dr. Yuesong Wang (YWang6@cdc.gov) by Dec 15, 2012. The application should include a curriculum vitae or resume, official transcripts, current pay stub or salary on letterhead (if applicable) and two recommendation letters (letters sent by email are sufficient).

Yuesong Wang, Ph. D.

Research Chemist

Clinical Chemistry Branch

Division of Laboratory Sciences
Centers for Disease Control and Prevention

4770 Buford Highway NE, MS F25, Atlanta, GA 30341

For further information about the Division of Laboratory Sciences visit

http://www.cdc.gov/nceh/dls/

CDC ORISE FELLOWSHIP-IMMEDIATE NEED

Research Fellowship Positions – Immediate Need

The Nutritional Biomarkers Branch, which is part of the Division of Laboratory Sciences at the National Center for Environmental Health, Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, is currently seeking recent BS level graduates for laboratory research fellowships in Atlanta, Georgia. 

The Nutritional Biomarkers Branch quantifies various nutrients and bioactive dietary components in blood products and urine using advanced analytical chemistry methods in state-of-the-art laboratory facilities (http://www.cdc.gov/nutritionreport/). 

Candidates should hold a chemistry or biochemistry degree and preferably have experience in liquid chromatography, mass spectrometry, and handling/processing of human biological samples.

Fellowships are offered through the Oak Ridge Institute for Science and Education (ORISE) Research Participation Program. The ORISE Research Participation Programs at the CDC are designed to provide a flow of scientists and engineers into the CDC to participate in current research and development activities, studies and technical projects. To be eligible the applicant must have received his/her bachelor’s degree in chemistry (or an appropriate science or engineering discipline) within the last five years, or must expect to complete all requirements for such a degree prior to starting the fellowship. The fellowship will be for one (1) year with the possibility of extension for up to three (3) years. The fellowship is a paid, full-time position. Additional details regarding the ORISE Research Participation Program and eligibility requirements can be found at:

http://orise.orau.gov/cdc/

If interested, please submit your resume and a letter of intent to Ms. Linda Leake (lleake@cdc.gov; Subject: CDC/ORISE opportunity - Nutritional Biomarkers Branch). 

CDC (ORISE Fellowship) Job Posting

Entry-level laboratory technician position in the Division of Laboratory Sciences at the National Center for Environmental Health, CDC

CDC's National Center for Environmental Health (NCEH) strives to promote health and quality of life by preventing or controlling those diseases or deaths that result from interactions between people and their environment. The Division of Laboratory Sciences (DLS) at NCEH is seeking an entry-level laboratory technician in the Organic Analytical Toxicology Branch. The research group utilizes state of the art techniques for developing analytical methods for monitoring human exposure to environmental contaminants, specifically polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbons (PAHs). The developed methodology will continuously be applied in studies aimed at identify and quantify exposures to environmental contaminants in the general population as well as certain populations at special risk. Job responsibilities will include sample handling and preparation utilizing various extraction techniques and instruments.

Candidate should be a recent graduate (BS chemistry or biochemistry major) with excellent laboratory skills, preferably with experience in extracting, handling and processing of biological samples. This opportunity is offered under the ORISE fellowship program. For specific details please visit http://orise.orau.gov/.

For questions or to apply please email Erin Pittman at ELR2@cdc.gov ASAP.

Starting Date: ASAP

ORISE Fellowship

Chemist

CT Method Development

Division of Laboratory Sciences

National Center for Environmental Health

Centers for Disease Control and Prevention

Atlanta, Georgia

CDC-NCEH-2012-0034

Project Description:

A project is available in the Division of Laboratory Sciences, within the National Center for Environmental Health (NCEH), at the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention in Atlanta, Georgia.  The fellow will assist in the determination of human exposure to environmental chemicals, chemical threat agents and toxins using analytical techniques, such as solid phase extraction, liquid chromatography and mass spectrometry. Activities may include:

·         Sample preparation, sample analysis, data processing, instrument operation, method development and troubleshooting. 

·         Documentation and communication of experimental results, issues, and development progress.

·         Participation in emergency response exercises, proficiency testing and method validation.

This fellowship is part of the Research Participation Program for CDC, which is administered by the Oak Ridge Institute for Science and Education.  The participant will receive a monthly stipend depending on education level and experience. The initial appointment will be for up to one year and may be renewed upon recommendation of CDC and subject to availability of funds. Participants do not become employees of CDC or the program administrator, and there are no fringe benefits paid.  The appointment is at the CDC in the Atlanta, Georgia area. Additional details regarding the ORISE Research Participation Program can be found at http://www.orau.gov/cdc.

Qualifications:

·         The applicant should have earned a Bachelor’s, Master’s, or PhD degree in chemistry or a related science within the past 5 years.

·         Must be a US citizen.

·         Experience in analytical chemistry is beneficial.

·         Experience with mass spectrometry and/or liquid chromatography is highly desired.

How to Apply:

Candidates should send their CVs in Word or PDF format to Ms. Elizabeth Hamelin at ehamelin@cdc.gov. Please reference in the subject line: CDC/ORISE opportunity – Analytical Response Lab. Only applicants given further consideration will be contacted. 

ORISE FELLOWSHIP POSITIONS

ORISE Fellowship Positions

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 environmental biomonitoring. Biomonitoring is the measurement of chemicals in human samples and provides information on the amount of chemical that actually gets into the body. The results of biomonitoring are used to help make decisions about how best to protect people from diseases, birth defects, disabilities, dysfunction, or death.

We are currently working on projects in the area of reactive chemicals such as acrylamide, ethylene oxide, formaldehyde, in the area of trans-fatty acids and in the area of chronic diseases using mass spectrometry based methods.  The main goal of these projects is to develop rugged and automated analytical methods to measure human exposure to these chemicals in population studies.  Other objectives include the addition of other compounds of interest into current methods, and the testing and application of new tools to quantify compounds of public health interest. 

We are seeking a candidate with a BS degree in sciences (Minimum GPA: 3.0) with experience in analytical, organic and biochemistry, if possible. Experience in handling of biological samples, extraction, liquid chromatography, mass spectrometry is a plus.  This fellowship will provide the opportunity to obtain hands-on experiences in measuring environmental chemicals and to learn more about environmental public health activities.  The incumbent will work in a CLIA regulated environment and will perform research using state-of-the-art laboratory equipment.

Duties include but are not limited to working with biological samples, aliquoting of materials for future use, sample preparation using different extraction techniques, routine operation of liquid handling instruments, liquid chromatography-tandem mass spectrometers, data review, statistical data analysis, preparation and purification of materials that are used as standards for the methods.  Good interpersonal and communications skills are required.  The applicant should be willing to perform tasks assigned in a timely manner, keep accurate records of experiments performed in compliance with CDC`s policies and procedures. Good organizational and computer skills are required.

This fellowship is administered through the Oak Ridge Institute of Science and Education (ORISE). The duration of this fellowship appointment is 1-3 years. The stipend depends on grades and qualifications and follows those stated in federal salary tables (GS tables). The workplace is located in Atlanta, GA. For more information on this fellowship and the division of laboratory sciences visit http://www.orau.gov/cdc/  and http://www.cdc.gov/nceh/dls/

Applications should be e-mailed to Dr. Maria Ospina (mospina@cdc.gov) by May 30, 2012. The application should include a curriculum vitae or resume with relevant course work, copy of transcripts, and two letters of recommendation (letters sent by e-mail are sufficient).

ORISE Position at CDC, Chamblee Campus

ORISE position for Bachelor’s level Chemistry or Biology graduates at the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, National Center for Environmental Health, Newborn Screening and Molecular Biology Branch, Chamblee, Georgia.  The position is a fellowship through ORISE http://www.orau.gov/cdc/presearchFRAMESET.htm, renewable up to 4 years.

Specifically, the Newborn Screening Quality Assurance Program (NSQAP) http://www.cdc.gov/labstandards/nsqap.html makes dried blood spot materials to help state and international newborn screening laboratories achieve a high level of testing accuracy.  States test newborn babies for up to 50 metabolic and genetic disorders that can be treated within the first few weeks of life.  If affected babies are not treated, the disorders can lead to death, mental retardation, and other serious health consequences.  NSQAP is looking for a candidate with a strong science background and laboratory or research experience.  This position uses biochemical and analytical methods to test dried blood spots that mimic normal and abnormal newborn specimens.  These specimens are then sent to over 500 laboratories worldwide to help them test actual newborn babies.

Start date is anticipated to be May 1, 2012.  Please send your CV to Dr. Joanne Mei at jmei@cdc.gov.

CDC Summer Hire Program

Collegiate Leaders in Environmental Health (CLEH)--Internship opportunity

Collegiate Leaders in Environmental Health (CLEH)

CDC’s National Center for Environmental Health and the Agency for Toxic Substances and Disease Registry (NCEH/ATSDR) are offering a 10-week summer internship program for students who are passionate about the environment, interested in human health, and curious about how they are linked. During the course of the internship students are introduced to environmental health at the federal level through collaborative projects, experiential learning opportunities, individual environmental health presentations, journal clubs, field trips, brown bag lunches, and shadowing and mentoring relationships at CDC/ATSDR. Interns will be based at CDC/ATSDR’s Chamblee Campus and will be paid a stipend of approximately $600 a week during the course of the program.

Application due date: February 1, 2012

Program dates: June 13 – August 17, 2012

“The internship gave me more perspective on what I would like to do in the future and how to exercise my passions through public service. My internship at CDC has not only made me realize the value of the public health sector, but also the need for more people to get involved in the field.”
– Kartik Amarnath, 2011 CLEH intern

Eligibility requirements for CLEH interns:
1. US citizenship or Permanent Resident with a green card
2. Full time enrollment at a college or university as a rising junior or rising senior by fall 2012
3. Minimum cumulative GPA of 3.0 on a 4.0 scale
Please visit our website for more information and application instructions: www.cdc.gov/nceh/cleh

Note: Seniors graduating in Spring 2012 will not be accepted into this program

For more information, please email LT Cory Kokko or Jay Nielsen at CLEH@cdc.gov

ORISE Fellowship Position

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 environmental biomonitoring. Biomonitoring is the measurement of chemicals in human samples and provides information on the amount of chemical that actually gets into the body. The results of biomonitoring are used to help make decisions about how best to protect people from diseases, birth defects, disabilities, dysfunction, or death.

We are currently in the development of a mass spectrometry based method for the determination of formaldehyde in humans. Formaldehyde is a widely used chemical, considered as carcinogen to humans by the International Agency of Research in Cancer (IARC) and related to quality of indoor air. The main goal of the project is to develop a rugged method to determine human exposure to this chemical to assess the extent of exposure and characterize possible exposure sources. Other objectives are extending this method to other compounds of interest, automation of the procedures and the development of proteomics tools to quantify compounds of public health interest.

We are seeking a candidate with a BS degree in sciences (Minimum GPA: 3.0) with experience in analytical, organic and biochemistry, if possible. Experience in handling of biological samples, extraction, liquid chromatography, mass spectrometry is a plus. This fellowship will provide the opportunity to obtain hands-on experiences in measuring environmental chemicals and to learn more about environmental public health activities. The incumbent will work in a CLIA regulated environment and will perform research using state-of-the-art laboratory equipment. Duties include but are not limited to working with biological samples, aliquoting of materials for future use, sample preparation using different extraction techniques, routine operation of liquid chromatography-tandem mass spectrometers, data review, statistical data analysis, preparation and purification of materials that are used as standards for the methods. Good interpersonal and communications skills are required. The applicant should be willing to perform tasks assigned in a timely manner, keep accurate records of experiments performed. Good organizational and computer skills are required.

This fellowship is administered through the Oak Ridge Institute of Science and Education (ORISE). The duration of this fellowship appointment is 1-3 years. The stipend depends on grades and qualifications and follows those stated in federal salary tables (GS tables). The workplace is located in Atlanta, GA. For more information on this fellowship and the division of laboratory sciences visit http://www.orau.gov/cdc/ and http://www.cdc.gov/nceh/dls/

Applications should be emailed to Maria Ospina (mospina@cdc.gov) by September 30, 2010. The application should include a curriculum vitae or resume with relevant course work, copy of transcripts, and two letters of recommendation (letters sent by email are sufficient).