We have the following openings:
Fellowships
6-12 Month Post-doctoral Fellowship (PhD, MD, MPH, or ABD):
Location: Washington, DC (Hybrid)
Duration: 6–12 months (with potential for renewal or advancement)
Start Date: ASAP
Hours: Full-time or part-time (minimum 20 hours/week)
Salary Range: $65,000–$90,000 annually (depending on education, experience, and hours)
The National Center for Health Research (NCHR) invites applications for a postdoctoral fellowship position for individuals passionate about applying rigorous research to improve U.S. health policy.
This is a unique opportunity to apply your clinical or research training to real-world health policy, working on a team to influence and share information with federal agencies, congressional staff, and the media.
What We’re Looking For: We seek intellectually curious, mission-driven candidates who:
- Hold a PhD, MD, or equivalent (or ABD) in public health, epidemiology, medicine, psychology, or related fields
- Have strong biostatistics expertise
- Excel at translating complex research findings into clear, compelling writing for both scientific and lay audiences
- Bring excellent literature review skills
- Is a team player with a commitment to public service, scientific integrity, and the quality of medical care for all adults and children in the U.S.
Key Responsibilities:
- Analyze and interpret peer-reviewed studies to assess their clinical and policy relevance
- Write evidence-based content for the public, policy briefs, and regulatory agencies (e.g., FDA, CMS)
- Participate in national meetings and federal advisory panels
- Collaborate on articles and policy comments published on our sites: center4research.org and stopcancerfund.org
To apply, please submit the following to info@center4research.org:
- Your resume or CV
- A cover letter explaining:
- Your goals for the fellowship
- How your background aligns with our mission
- Your available start date and weekly availability
This is an immediate opening. Early submissions are encouraged.
No calls please.
Summer Internships
Summer Internships are available for 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.