At the American Cancer Society, we're working to end cancer as we know it, for everyone. Our employees and 1.3 million volunteers are raising the bar every single day. We are a culture comprised of diverse backgrounds and experience, to better serve our communities. The people who work at the American Cancer Society focus their diverse talents on our lifesaving mission. It is a calling. And the people who answer it are fulfilled. This research internship can fulfill the practicum and/or thesis requirement. Candidates with training in biostatistics/statistics/quantitative epidemiology are invited to apply for the position of a research intern, under the mentorship of senior-level scientists. The intern will participate in projects related to cancer risk prediction and health disparities, learning skills for scientific research by conducting data analyses, presenting analytical results to both internal and external collaborators, drafting research proposals and manuscripts and performing other scientific activities under the supervision of senior researchers. MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES: · Prepare and analyze data to address questions in risk prediction of cancers by combining information on risk factor associations, incidence and competing mortality rates and risk factor distributions in diverse populations of European and non-European ancestry; write, test, and submit computer programs (Knowledge of R preferred). · Conduct literature reviews, assist in developing research proposals, as well as scientific writing. · Prepare tables and figures for scientific presentations using Excel and/or PowerPoint. · Potential to lead or co-lead a research project for thesis work. KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS: REQUIRED: Data analysis experience. R programming skills in a public health research environment. Ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously. Excellent organizational, interpersonal, and oral and written communication skills. PREFERRED: Experience with SEER*Stat; experience in cancer epidemiological research · PREFERRED: MPH/MS and/or PhD candidates (biostatistics/statistics/quantitative epidemiology) LOCATION: · Remotely and/or American Cancer Society Office (TBD) TIME: · Up to 20 hours a week. The final candidate's relevant experience/skills will be considered before an offer is extended. Actual starting pay will vary based on non-discriminatory factors including, but not limited to, geographic location, experience, skills, specialty, and education. ACS provides staff a generous paid time off policy; medical, dental, retirement benefits, wellness programs, and professional development programs to enhance staff skills. Further details on our benefits can be found on our careers site at: jobs.cancer.org/benefits. We are a proud equal opportunity employer. At the American Cancer Society, our employees are the soul of our lifesaving mission to save lives. Our employment opportunities are as diverse as our people and include every discipline found in other business enterprises. As an organization, we adhere to a set of core values that help inform all our decisions. But what really sets us apart is that the work we do has global impact -- and every passionate, dedicated American Cancer Society team member contributes to each groundbreaking achievement we make.

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