We have the following openings:
ASSISTANT TO THE PRESIDENT
This is your opportunity to get involved in communicating to the public about health policy, keep a small nonprofit running smoothly, work with healthcare and health policy experts, and directly provide accurate information about a wide range of health issues to patients, consumers, health professionals, and the public.
This position will start in August 2024 (we will be flexible about plans you’ve already made). The National Center for Health Research is a small nonprofit located in Farragut Square just a few blocks from the White House, and this position requires being located in the DC area to work in the office at least 2 days/week.
We need a smart, dedicated, multi-tasking professional who wants to make a difference on a national and personal level. The position involves traditional nonprofit office work, as well as writing articles for our website, managing our social media, supervising interns, and working with other staff to respond to requests for evidence-based healthcare information.
The successful candidate will have outstanding written and oral communication skills (including WordPress, Canva, Publisher, and social media), excellent interpersonal skills, be very detail-oriented, have a good sense of humor, and the desire to do work that will benefit others.
This position is approximately half-time and requires a college degree and some office experience. Must be able to make at least a 6 month commitment and be available to work in Washington, DC. Excellent benefits and opportunity for advancement. Starting half-time salary : $20,000.00 to $25,000.00/year depending on experience and qualifications.
Applicants should send a cover letter explaining how the position fits with their interests and goals and a resume to info@center4research.org and list “Assistant to the President” in the subject line.
No calls please.
Health Policy Director
Terrific opportunity for former Capitol Hill staffer who wants to influence health policy and the quality of medical care while working more reasonable hours!
Must have experience working on Capitol Hill or directly with Hill staff. Excellent oral and written communication skills are also required. The ideal candidate will have at least one year of experience working on Capitol Hill on health issues with HELP, Finance, Ways and Means, or Energy & Commerce staff (preferably 2+ recent years working on or with Capitol Hill staff) and will have an educational background that includes knowledge of medicine, health policy, or public health.
Apply now for a position beginning in February. Send a resume and cover letter explaining how your experience fits with our work and including your available start date and salary requirements to info@center4research.org .The National Center for Health Research is a nonprofit public health think tank that conducts research, analyzes evidence, works with experts in the field as well as patient advocates, and explains the implications and ramifications of health-related policies to policy makers and their staff, the media, and the public. We do not accept funding from pharmaceutical companies, medical device companies, or chemical companies. For more information about our Center, see www.center4research.org and www.stopcancerfund.org. For more information about our policy work, see the policy and media sections of those websites. Our office is in Washington, DC next to Farragut Square, convenient to red, orange, blue and silver metro lines. We are working in the office 2-3 days/week.
Excellent benefits and salary commensurate with experience and relevant skills.
No calls please.
Fellowships
Fellow (PhD, MD, MPH, or ABD):
Terrific opportunity for someone with a PhD, MD, MPH or similar graduate degree who recently completed their degree or post-doc or wants to move into the policy arena. Learn first-hand about the Washington policy scene by gaining hands-on experience with federal agencies!
We are seeking an experienced professional with expertise in quantitative research who can interpret and “translate” research findings into compelling and persuasive information for the public, policy makers, and potential funders. A doctorate or ABD in epidemiology/public health, medicine, psychology, or a closely related field is required. Excellent understanding of public health statistics and oral as well as written communication skills are also required. Grant-writing skills are a plus. $50,000/year plus benefits for full-time work (must be 32 or 40 hours per week). Must be willing to commit for 6 months or 12 months, and will be eligible for promotion. Our office is a few blocks from the White House.
Send a resume and cover letter to info@center4research.org. For more information about our Center, see www.center4research.org and www.stopcancerfund.org. For more information about our policy work, see the policy and media sections of those websites. Include your available starting date and numbers of hours per week in your cover letter. Please note: this is not a telecommuting position.
No calls please.
Summer Internships
Summer Internships are available for undergraduate or graduate students and recent graduates, as well as professionals on sabbatical or making a career change. They must be available at least 24 hours/wk for at least 3 months. Most summer internships are at least 32 hrs/week.
Interns who do not qualify for a paid internship are given a transportation subsidy to defray the costs of commuting to our office in Washington, DC, near the White House. Interns are expected to be in our office 2-3 days/week.
As an intern or fellow at the Cancer Prevention and Treatment Fund, you will learn to do one or more of the following:
- Scrutinize research and translate findings into easy to understand, user-friendly articles on cancer prevention, diagnosis, treatment, and disease management.
- Work with coalitions and coordinate with cancer service providers, researchers, and advocates both nationally and locally in Washington, D.C.
- Educate opinion leaders and policy makers on issues relating to cancer prevention and treatment.
- Manage social media to raise awareness about cancer prevention and treatment.
- Research answers to questions sent to us through our Health Hotline.
In addition to assisting staff, interns may be permitted to develop and carry out their own projects, provided they further the Cancer Prevention and Treatment Fund’s mission.
We are accepting applications for 2 paid internships:
Janice Bilden Cancer Prevention internship: This intern will focus on reviewing new studies and updating our web articles to reflect the latest research on cancer prevention, including diet, exercise, and other health habits as well as avoiding dangerous exposures. This internship is limited to a graduate student or young professional with a graduate degree. Stipend is $500-750/month for 3-6 months, depending on experience.
Susan Wood internship: This intern will focus on women’s health, with a focus on the safety and effectiveness of medical treatments. Preference will be given to seniors, graduates, or graduate students. Stipend is approximately $300-500/month for 3 months, depending on experience.
If you’re interested in an internship, please send a resume and cover letter describing the dates and time commitment (hrs/week) you are available to info@stopcancerfund.org. As with most non-profits, internship stipends are rarely available, so please describe any financial requirements.