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National Center for Health Statistics (NCHS) Postdoctoral Research Program

American Psychological Association

The National Center for Health Statistics Postdoctoral Research Program aims to give support to postdoctoral applicants who conducts research on health statistics. The applicants must have Ph.D. or other equivalent degrees. The program provides a range of $77,490 to $119,794 depending on the awardees qualifications and experience.

Key Information

Eligibility Requirements

  • Age/Grade Level:
    Awardees must hold a Ph.D. or other earned research degree recognized in the United States as equivalent to the Ph.D.
  • Financial Need:
    Not Mentioned
  • Other Academic Requirements:
    Training and research experience may be in any appropriate discipline or combination of disciplines required for the proposed research.
  • Residence:
    The applicants must have a permanent residency status and work authorization.
  • Citizenship:
    This appointment is open to U.S. citizens or noncitizens.
  • Miscellaneous:
    Appointments are awarded only to persons who have held doctorates for less than 3 years or are in the process of receiving doctorate degrees at the time of application.Qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, creed, color, age, sex, national origin, physical or mental disability, or sexual orientation.
  • Other Benefits:
    Sick leave, annual leave, Thrift Savings 401(k)-equivalent, and health and life insurance are available. FlexiTime or an alternate work schedule (including telework) is available with a supervisors approval. NCHS is located in Hyattsville, Maryland. Free onsite parking or a public transportation subsidy is available. The local subway station is within walking distance, and complimentary shuttle service to and from NCHS is available.

Application Details

  • Transcript:
    Required
  • Resume/Activity List:
    Required
  • Recommendation Letters:
    Three reference letters (on original letterhead with original signature).
  • Other Materials:
    pplicants must submit a statement of research interest describing the project to be completed during the postdoctoral appointment. The proposal should describe the purpose and context of the research project, the research approach and methods to be used, key activities to be undertaken during the appointment period, and the expected contributions of the proposed research.Proposals should not exceed five pages.Applicants are encouraged to contact NCHS to obtain specific information on current research and available technical facilities and to speak with NCHS researchers working in their areas of interest.

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