About the role#
The American Cancer Society is hiring a Research Intern for the Cancer Risk Prediction team. This role offers the opportunity to work under the mentorship of senior-level scientists on projects involving cancer risk prediction and health disparities. This internship is designed to support academic requirements, including practicum or thesis work.
What you'll do#
- Prepare and analyze data to address questions regarding cancer risk prediction, including risk factor associations and mortality rates.
- Write, test, and submit computer programs, with a preference for R.
- Conduct literature reviews and assist with the development of research proposals.
- Assist in scientific writing and prepare tables and figures for presentations using Excel or PowerPoint.
- Lead or co-lead a research project to fulfill thesis requirements.
What you'll need#
- Experience with data analysis and R programming in a public health research environment.
- Ability to manage multiple tasks at once.
- Strong organizational, interpersonal, and communication skills.
- Preferred: Experience with SEER*Stat or cancer epidemiological research.
- Preferred: Enrollment in an MPH, MS, or PhD program in biostatistics, statistics, or quantitative epidemiology.
Location & details#
- This is a part-time position, up to 20 hours per week.
- The role is available on a rolling basis.
- Work can be performed remotely or at the American Cancer Society office in Atlanta, Georgia. Final arrangements are to be determined.
- This is a paid internship.
About American Cancer Society
The American Cancer Society is a nonprofit organization founded in 1913. Based in Atlanta, Georgia, the group employs between 5,001 and 10,000 people. It focuses on cancer research, patient support, and advocacy. The organization provides information on cancer prevention and screening to the public.
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