A postdoctoral fellowship position is available in the Metabolic Epidemiology Branch of the Division of Cancer Epidemiology and Genetics (DCEG) of the National Cancer Institute. DCEG is a leading institution in cancer research. Dr. Demetrius Albanes is seeking a highly motivated and talented scientist (Ph.D., M.D., or equivalent) to join his research team to focus on cancer risk and survival with an emphasis on the role of nutritional factors, vitamin supplementation, and the metabolomic signatures of cancer risk, mortality and these etiologic factors. We investigate the biochemical, genetic, and mechanistic aspects of these interrelationships, particularly with respect to prostate cancer because of the limited knowledge regarding the etiology and prevention of this high incidence malignancy. Cohort, nested case-control and interventional investigations are conducted. Research resources including blood samples and germline DNA are available for the Alpha-Tocopherol, Beta-Carotene Cancer Prevention (ATBC) Study, the Prostate, Lung, Colorectal and Ovarian Cancer Screening (PLCO) Trial, other studies, and through several international consortium collaborations.

Goals of the fellowship include further developing cancer epidemiologic research skills related to study methodology and analysis, gaining a deeper understanding of cancer etiology and the means for prevention, actively publishing study findings in high-quality journals, career advancement, and participating in a collaborative team science environment.

Candidates should possess a strong background in epidemiology and the biological sciences, as well as excellent writing and statistical analytical skills.

http://dceg.cancer.gov and directly to Dr. Albanes. Click on Fellowship & Training for overview, qualifications and application details.

For more information about this position, contact:
Demetrius Albanes, MD, Senior Investigator Email: DAA@NIH.GOV
Tel: 240-276-7212

Review of applications will continue until the position is filled.

Applicants must be U.S. citizens, Candidates are subject to a background investigation. DHHS, NIH, and NIH is an equal opportunity employer.
Equal Opportunity Employment: Selection for this position will be based solely on merit, with no discrimination for non-merit reasons such as race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, political affiliation, marital status, disability, age, or membership or non-membership in an employee organization.