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Listing:Subject:Postdoctoral Fellowship Applied anthropologists are encouraged to apply for a one-year postdoctoral fellowship in the Behavioral Research Program (BRP), Division of Cancer Control and Population Sciences (DCCPS) at the National Cancer Institute (NCI) in Rockville, Maryland. The fellow will work with Dr. Suzanne Heurtin-Roberts, Health Disparities Research Coordinator, who is an applied medical anthropologist. The primary responsibility will be to assist the Health Disparities Coordinator in all aspects of program development and management for the Health Disparities Research Group of the BRP of the NCI. The postdoctoral-fellow will be responsible for overseeing the evaluation of program development for the Health Disparities Research Group (part of BRP) and will assist the Coordinator in her role as Program Director of the newly issued RFA "Centers for Population Health and Health Disparities" especially in scientific and other research matters. The recipient of this position will: manage information on connected to projects, prepare information for and take part in all project team meetings; draft reports and articles in collaboration with the project team; conduct both quantitative and qualitative data analyses relevant to the project; and provide consultative input and expertise on all matters. The candidate must have a Ph.D. in applied anthropology or related anthropological area, a strong background in health and behavior or public health, and competence in both quantitative and qualitative research methods. The person must demonstrate a track record (courses, research, other positions, for example) in addressing the health concerns of medically underserved domestic populations and racial/ethnic minorities. In addition, the prospective fellow must have skills in planning, organization, and management, strong interpersonal skills for a team-based effort, and the ability to appraise organizational context. The stipend for the position is commensurate with experience and education and includes a moderate level of benefits. Location on the NCI campus provides easy access to numerous conferences and other training opportunities. For further information, contact Suzanne Heurtin-Roberts by telephone at (301) 594- 6655 or e-mail [sheurtin@mail.nih.gov]. Listing:Subject:Seeking Public Policy Essays and Syllabi The Public Policy Committee of the SfAA is soliciting contributions to a new section of the SfAA website dedicated to enhancing applied anthropologists' public policy skills. Contributions will include syllabi and short essays. The syllabi might include courses on public policy generally or specific policy-relevant subjects. Useful syllabi will have full article and book references. The essays will be reflections on experiences in public policy arenas that will inform other anthropologists working in similar domains or issues. Essays should be short (1000 to 2000 words) and effective essays will go beyond specific cases to draw out transferrable lessons for policy and participation effectiveness. For example, essays might delineate specific lessons for working with private voluntary organizations, state legislatures, or international advocacy networks, in contexts as diverse as India, Mexico, or the U.S. The goal is to tap SfAA members' accumulated wisdom for a site that is easily accessible to applied anthropologists all over the world, whether they seek general self-education in policy skills or specific points for a particular activity. Current contributions, as well as other activities of the policy committee, can be found at the URL (http://www.sfaa.net/committees/policy/policy.html). You can send contributions as Word files to Joe Heyman at (jmheyman@mtu.edu); please note the attachment of a policy document in the subject line of the email. It is helpful to communicate to Joe Heyman in advance of writing essays (e.g., to avoid duplicative essays and to clarify topics) and general questions and queries are always welcome. Listing:Subject:Seeking Director: Division of HIV/AIDS Director of the Division of HIV/AIDS Prevention National Center on HIV STD and TB Prevention Candidates are being sought for Director of the Division of HIV/AIDS Prevention at the National Center on HIV STD and TB Prevention. Consider this and encourage others to apply. The direct link to the vacancy announcement is as follows: http://www2.cdc.gov/hrmo/viewdetail.asp?AnnouncementNumber=10-02-013 CLOSING DATE: 06/28/2002 QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS: No previous Federal experience required. Apply for: AD10-02-013 Listing:Subject:W.A.P.A. New Members Social New Member Social Tuesday, May , 2002 WAPA’s first Wine and Welcome for new members will be held on Tuesday, May 14, from 5:30 to 7 p.m., at the offices of LTG Associates. Current members will be on hand to welcome and introduce you to members. Those interested should visit the WAPA web site. Listing:Subject:New FAQ's Page Students and those interested in Applied Anthropology, Listing:Subject:New Applied Anthropology M.A. Program Website California State University, Long Beach, has revised their Applied
Anthropology Master's program. The deadline for applications for this
coming year has been extended, too. I wanted to share their new website
with you. Listing:Subject:Research on Ethical Issues in Human Studies The National Institutes of Health (NIH) invite research grant applications (R01) to investigate ethical issues in human subjects research. The purpose of this program announcement is to solicit research addressing the ethical challenges of involving human participants in research in order to inform and optimize protections for human participation in research. In pursuing NIH-funded human research, investigators, institutions, and IRB members must
adhere to several general ethical principles, including:
PA-02--103 or type it in http://grants.nih.gov/grants/guide/pa-files/PA-02-103.html. Listing:Subject:NIH Research Grants Interdisciplinary Collaboration and Reduction of Health Disparities Below is the web site for a program announcement from the National Cancer
Institute and others at NIH. If you work in an area that has an existing
cancer center or a good size core group for a center, take a look at this
announcement. The RFA really does mean it when they say interdisciplinary
collaboration and reduction of health disparities. It is a wonderful
opportunity for applied anthropologists to work on macro level problems in
health. Subject:Annual Conference 2002 Annual Conference Thursday May 9, 2002 The Society for International Development - Washington Chapter will be holding its 2002 Annual Career Conference on Thursday, May 9th, 2002 at The Academy for Educational Development, 1875 Connecticut Ave, 3rd Floor, Washington, DC 20009. This event will be geared toward mid-level professionals as well as for those just beginning their careers in international development. The conference includes small group discussions tailored to entry-level, mid-level and foreign nationals; one-on-one sessions on “Types of International Development Careers”; and panel sessions on “Career Paths in International Development,” and “Trends in International Development.” There will also be a recruitment area where SID-Washington’s institutional members will have displays and representatives. An evening wine and cheese reception for mid-level professionals with senior recruiters is also featured. You must RSVP in advance. This event is free for SID-Washington Members and $15-$25 for non-members. For more information, please contact the SID office at 202-884-8590, email sid@aed.org, or visit our website at www.sidw.org for the registration form and a detailed description of the conference. Credit cards are not accepted. End of Announcements as of 05/11/02. |