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Position: Type Full-time
To apply, please visit:
https://jobs.cancer.org/job/atlanta/principal-scientist-cancer-disparity-research/79/44296866848
At the American Cancer Society, we're leading the fight for a
world without cancer. Our employees and 1.5 million volunteers
are raising the bar every single day. We actively seek
candidates from diverse backgrounds including communities of
color, the LGBTQ community, veterans, and people with
disabilities. The greater the diversity of our people, the
better we can serve our communities.
The people who work at the American Cancer Society focus their
diverse talents on our lifesaving mission. It is a calling.
And the people who answer it are fulfilled.
Position Description
JOB SUMMARY
The Population Science Department uses the collective
expertise of epidemiologists, biostatisticians, and behavioral
scientists to better understand the behavioral, social,
environmental, and biological factors that affect cancer
prevention, risk, survivorship, and survival. This research
aims to refine personalized risk prediction and targeted
intervention strategies, inform public health and clinical
decision-making for cancer prevention and survivorship, and
reduce disparities among medically vulnerable populations.
Most of the work within Population Science uses the Cancer
Prevention Studies (CPS), a series of large-scale prospective
cohort studies built and maintained by the American Cancer
Society since the 1950s. The CPS cohorts include extensive
survey-based data and other data sources such as accelerometry,
blood, stool, saliva, and tumor tissue. The American Cancer
Society has recently approved the launch of a new cohort to
better characterize cancer risk and drivers of disparate
cancer outcomes in Black women. We seek a doctorally-trained
scientist in epidemiology to help facilitate the development
of this new cohort.
**Final title of position is subject to candidate's
qualifications**
MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES
We are particularly interested in, but not limited to,
scientists with expertise in the following areas:
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Epidemiologic study design |
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Cancer health disparities |
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Breast,
endometrial, and colorectal cancers |
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Social epidemiology |
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Cancer outcomes |
The scientist hired for this position will initiate and
support research activities related to new cohort development
in collaboration with study staff and leadership. The
incumbent will also serve as a public spokesperson for
Population Science and the new cohort by communicating
scientific progress and outcomes of recruitment efforts to
stakeholders-including American Cancer Society staff and
volunteers, the scientific community, mainstream media, and
the public at large. This full-time position offers a unique
opportunity to contribute to the development large-scale
cohort of under-represented minorities that will inform future
cancer prevention and survivorship strategies. Specific
responsibilities include:
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Collaborate with study management and intramural research
scientists to develop protocols, consent procedures, and
data use agreements. |
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Engage with the American Cancer Society’s marketing and
community outreach teams to build and implement
recruitment strategies. |
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Collaborate with study management and intramural research
scientists to identify and develop data collection
procedures, including questionnaire development and
logistical protocols for biological and physical
assessments. |
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Provide programming support of external linkages (e.g.,
medical records, census data, cancer registries, and
connection to personal devices) |
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Interface with Study Management to (1) assist with
participant consent process; (2) monitor data collection
efforts; (3) receive and manage data deliveries; (4)
oversee the manipulation, organization, and cleaning of
data; and (5) track participants, as necessary. |
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Facilitate regular project updates to study team and
leadership. |
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Assist in the documentation and reporting of scientific
activities to American Cancer Society staff and
stakeholders, the scientific community, and general
public. |
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The scientist hired will also maintain an independent
scientific portfolio using data and other resources from
the ongoing Cancer Prevention Studies. |
Position Requirements
FORMAL KNOWLEDGE
Applicants must have a doctoral degree and post-doctoral
training (or relevant experience) in epidemiology. They should
have a consistent track record of publication and experience
in cancer epidemiology or health equity research. The
successful candidate will have experience or a strong interest
in study design, including protocol development, survey
design, and biospecimen collection. The candidate will be
expected to contribute to the scientific leadership of the new
cohort and ultimately establish an innovative, independent
research portfolio that aligns with the Society’s mission and
Population Science research priorities.
SKILLS
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Highly motivated with strong attention to detail and
organization skills. |
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Excellent interpersonal, organizational, and oral/written
communication skills. |
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Strong problem-solving skills and ability to produce high
quality work independently. |
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Ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously and
efficiently. |
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Proven leadership |
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Adept at obtaining, manipulating, and processing
electronic data. |
SPECIALIZED TRAINING OR KNOWLEDGE
Doctoral degree in epidemiology required.
SPECIAL MENTAL OR PHYSICAL DEMANDS
Office desk work with extensive time spent typing, using a
mouse, and viewing screens.
The American Cancer Society has adopted a vaccination policy
that requires all staff, regardless of position or work
location, to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 (except
where prohibited by state law).
ACS provides staff a generous paid time off policy; medical,
dental, retirement benefits, wellness programs, and
professional development programs to enhance staff skills.
Further details on our benefits can be found on our careers
site at:
jobs.cancer.org/benefits . We are a proud equal
opportunity employer.
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