Research Participation Program
National Vaccine Program Office
U.S. Department of Health and Human Services
Washington, D.C.
DHHS NVPO 2010-0004
Project Description:
A project is available for a research participant in the National Vaccine Program Office
(NVPO), US Department of Health and Human Services (HHS), in Washington, DC. The
mission of the NVPO is to ensure an integrated effort in disease prevention through
vaccine development and delivery. The primary responsibility of NVPO is to coordinate
and facilitate activities across Federal agencies, particularly within HHS, and with
external partners including state health departments, professional organizations,
academia, industry, and the public.
The individual will assist with a variety participate in analytic, coordinative and
administrative activities pertaining to vaccine safety. These may include:
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Collaborate with the National Vaccine Advisory Committee (NVAC) to assure
that their activities are integrated into HHS plans where appropriate, particularly
in the areas of vaccine safety;
Identify, address, and coordinate vaccine safety program and planning activities
across HHS agencies, as well as keeping abreast of current trends and
developments nationally and internationally;
Plan, develop, and evaluate public health programs related to immunization
safety;
Analyze existing or proposed systems, strategies, services, or other health-related
matters;
Identify needs for improvement and the methods and resources to accomplish
such improvements; and
Prepare and/or assist with preparing proposals, strategic plans, government
reports, journal articles, etc. for professional or other services pertinent to the
program.
The appointment is for one year and may be renewed upon recommendation of NVPO,
based on project needs and priorities, and is subject to the availability of funds. The
participant will receive an annual stipend depending on educational level, work
experiences and complexity of the project. The participant must show proof of health
insurance. The appointment is full time at NVPO in Washington, DC. Participants do not
become employees of NVPO or the program administrator and there are no fringe
benefits paid.
Qualifications:
Masters degree in public health or equivalent training in public health required.
Knowledge of vaccines, infectious and/or vaccine preventable diseases, epidemiology,
and health policy are highly desirable.
How to Apply:
The Research Participation Program for HHS is administered by the Oak Ridge Institute
for Science and Education. To be considered, send a statement of interest and resume/CV
to Debbie Alcorn via email at Debbie.Alcorn@orau.org or via fax at (865) 241-5219.
Please reference project DHHS-NVPO-2010-0004.