Molecular Epidemiologist, Hormonal and Reproductive Branch,
Tenure-Track or Tenured Investigator
The Hormonal and Reproductive Epidemiology Branch (HREB, Chief, Dr. Louise Brinton, http://www.dceg.cancer.gov/hreb), a component of NCI’s intramural Division of Cancer Epidemiology and Genetics (DCEG), is recruiting a molecular epidemiologist to develop an independent research program focused on breast and/or other hormonally-related cancers of women. It is expected that the successful candidate will develop a distinctive interdisciplinary program that complements ongoing investigations and builds on the existing strengths of NCI’s Intramural Research Program. Current research includes the identification of common susceptibility genetic loci, molecular profiling of tumors to evaluate etiologic heterogeneity and determinants of prognosis, identification of early markers of risk (e.g., mammographic density), measurement of circulating and local levels of endogenous hormones using novel assays, and assessment of other biomarkers. Candidates must have a doctorate in epidemiology, or a medical degree or doctorate in a biologically-relevant discipline (with additional training or post-doctoral experience in epidemiology). They must have at least three years of post-doctoral research experience and an established record of publications that demonstrates their ability to design, conduct, analyze and interpret data from molecular epidemiology studies. Candidates should have knowledge of and demonstrated capacity to apply state-of-the-art epidemiologic, statistical and laboratory methods in at least one of the following areas of research: mechanisms of carcinogenesis, natural history of cancer precursors, hormonal carcinogenesis, genetic susceptibility, or pathologic/molecular tumor characterization. Evidence of ability to collaborate with biostatisticians, laboratory investigators and physicians (pathologists, radiologists and clinicians) and direct multi-disciplinary research is required. Candidates must document the strong communication skills that will be required to write effective research papers, present work at scientific meetings, and convey information clearly to staff, collaborators, consultants and contractors. Candidates must also be sufficiently experienced to function independently, both in the development of their own research efforts, and in the mentoring and supervision of less experienced investigators. Appropriate office space and resources will be provided.
Salary is competitive and commensurate with research experience and accomplishments, and a full Civil Service package of benefits (including retirement, health insurance, life insurance, and a Thrift Savings Plan) is available. Candidates may be eligible for the NIH Loan Repayment Program (http://www.LRP.NIH.gov). This position is not restricted to U.S. citizens. Interested individuals should send a cover letter, curriculum vitae, a brief summary of research experience, accomplishments and research interests and goals, copies of three publications or preprints, and three letters of reference to:
Ms. Judy Schwadron
Division of Cancer Epidemiology and Genetics, NCI
6120 Executive Boulevard, Room EPS 8073
Rockville, MD 20852-7242
Email: schwadrj@mail.nih.gov
Candidates should submit applications by June 15, 2009; however, the search will continue until a qualified candidate is found. A completed package is required in order to be considered for this position. The position is subject to a background investigation. DHHS and NIH are Equal Opportunity Employers.
