CDC Program Implementation & Evaluation Branch Fellowship
The ORISE Research Participation Programs at CDC are educational and training programs designed to provide college students, recent graduates, and university faculty opportunities to participate in project-specific CDC research and developmental activities.
The CDC Program Implementation and Evaluation Fellowship is an exceptional opportunity for individuals passionate about injury prevention and public health. As a fellow, you will collaborate closely with the Evaluation Team on cross-divisional projects aimed at supporting CDC’s suicide prevention programs. The Evaluation Team also leads indigenous evaluation for tribal injury prevention programs, and evaluation capacity building for state injury prevention programs. These programs focus on diverse topics, including transportation safety, adverse childhood experiences (ACES), traumatic brain injury, and priority injury topics of local concern (e.g., drowning, older adult falls, and suicide prevention).
Learning Objectives: During your fellowship, you will have the chance to acquire valuable skills and experience in the following areas:
- Data Collection and Analysis: You will actively participate in planning and executing both qualitative and quantitative primary data collection efforts. You may train to develop surveys, interview and focus group guides, etc. You will also train with secondary data management, cleaning, recoding, and analysis. This hands-on experience will deepen your understanding of data science methodologies.
- Data Visualization: You will explore innovative ways to present data, making it more accessible and impactful to diverse audiences. This skill is crucial for conveying the significance of your findings.
- Translation of Findings: You will learn how to translate data findings into practical recommendations that can enhance injury prevention activities, both in the short term and long term.
- Reporting and Communication: Effective communication is key in public health. You will develop the ability to synthesize and report findings and recommendations in various formats, such as concise one-page reports, engaging conference presentations, and insightful journal articles.
- Collaboration: Our approach to evaluation is rooted in community-based participatory methods. As a participant you will collaborate closely with our experienced CDC staff on developing and integrating data justice into all data analysis projects. Under guidance of a mentor, you will collaborate with representatives from state health departments and other community-based organizations. You will also be encouraged to identify and pursue collaborations with other participant across CDC, gaining a comprehensive understanding of the field.
- Injury Prevention Principles: This fellowship will immerse you in the core principles of injury prevention, providing you with a strong foundation in this critical area of public health.
- Product Support: You will gain experience in supporting the development of knowledge translation materials and scientific publications emerging from these projects, contributing to the dissemination of information to the public health community.
The CDC Program Implementation and Evaluation Fellowship offers a unique opportunity to gain experience in the field of injury prevention. During this fellowship you will gain practical skills, engage in important data science, and train on the CDC’s mission of preventing injuries and violence. This fellowship experience will not only enrich your professional development but also empower you to be a catalyst for positive change in public health.
How to Apply
To submit your application, scroll to the bottom of this blog and click APPLY. This will take you to the OFFICIAL application site.
Applications are accepted from current students, recent graduates, and U.S. college/university faculty.
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. *Applications will be reviewed on a rolling-basis.
Application Deadline
9/27/2024 3:00:00 PM Eastern Time Zone
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