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Job Title:
Post Doctoral Scholar - NRSA
Department:
CCC | Comprehensive Cancer Center
Institution: The Ohio State University Comprehensive Cancer Center (OSUCCC)
Program: Cancer Prevention and Control Training Program (CPCTP)
Location: Columbus, Ohio
Position: NRSA - Postdoctoral Research Fellow
Program Overview
The Ohio State University Comprehensive Cancer Center (OSUCCC) is pleased to announce available postdoctoral fellowship positions within the T32-funded Cancer Prevention and Control Training Program (CPCTP). This highly collaborative and transdisciplinary program seeks to equip the next generation of scientists with the skills necessary to reduce cancer risk and improve the lives of patients through impactful research.
Program Goals
The CPCTP provides comprehensive training for postdoctoral fellows to conduct innovative cancer control research that spans basic science, clinical, and community settings. Our program emphasizes transdisciplinary approaches and team science to tackle cancer control issues, preparing fellows for successful careers in academia, government, or industry.
Responsibilities
Postdoctoral fellows in the CPCTP will:
Engage in a 2-year research experience focused on cancer prevention and control, including training in scientific rigor, reproducibility, and ethical conduct
Conduct research in CPC fields, from bench research in cancer biology and carcinogenesis to population-based studies in clinic and community settings
Work with mentors across disciplines, gaining diverse perspectives and building skills for team science
Receive training in epidemiology, behavioral science, biological mechanisms, leadership, and grant writing
Participate in professional development, career planning, and job placement support to prepare for future independent research roles
Qualifications
Ph.D., M.D., or equivalent terminal degree in a related field (e.g., medicine, public health, epidemiology, behavioral science)
A strong interest in cancer prevention and control research.
Demonstrated ability to work effectively in transdisciplinary team environments
Commitment to developing expertise in CPC and gaining experience in study design, hypothesis testing, and scientific communication
Additional Information:
Application
To be considered, please submit your application to this posting and submit the following via email to [email protected]:
A cover letter describing your research interests and how they align with the goals of the CPCTP
Curriculum Vitae (CV)
Contact information for three references
A brief statement on your long-term career goals
Deadline
Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis until positions are filled.
Why Join OSUCCC?
Joining the CPCTP at OSUCCC provides an unparalleled opportunity to advance your career in cancer prevention and control research within a leading NCI-designated comprehensive cancer center. Our program offers a unique environment that fosters innovation, collaboration, and career development for emerging leaders in Cancer Prevention and Control.
For More Information
Please contact Kelly M. Wolfe, MBA, Program Manager - T32 Training Grants, OSUCCC, at [email protected].
The Ohio State University is a dynamic community of diverse resources, where opportunity thrives and where individuals transform themselves and the world.
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As one of only 50 designated comprehensive cancer centers in the nation, The Ohio State University Comprehensive Cancer Center – Arthur G. James Cancer Hospital and Richard J. Solove Research Institute is dedicated to the creation of knowledge in laboratory, clinical and population-based cancer research. We apply those discoveries to develop more effective approaches to cancer prevention, diagnosis, and therapies – providing tomorrow’s standard of care today. A Cancer-Free World Begins Here.
Location:
Tzagournis Medical Research Facility (0163)
Position Type:
Term (Fixed Term)
Scheduled Hours:
40
Shift:
First Shift
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