***We are not currently accepting applications for this Program***
General Overview and Program Information
The Association of Schools of Public Health (ASPH), through a cooperative agreement with the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) Office of Terrorism Preparedness and Emergency Response, announces the availability of funds to support 2 fellowship opportunities. This fellowship program is part of a cooperative agreement between the Association of Schools of Public Health (ASPH) and the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). One of the primary purposes of this cooperative agreement is to "identify new approaches and opportunities for field experience in which graduate candidates and early career professionals with graduate degrees can practice applying skills and knowledge learned in the classroom and field."
What does the ASPH Fellowship offer you?
The fellowship program is sponsored cooperatively by the Association of Schools of Public Health and the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, to provide leadership training in terrorism preparedness and emergency response. If selected, you will:
- Have access to state-of-the-art technology and databases;
- Acquire skills and knowledge to enhance your career; and
- Work with leading experts in the field of public health.
The stipend level for the fellowship position will be $36,500. The selected fellow will receive an additional allowance of $3,000 which is provided for health benefits, travel, courses, etc. The fellow will also receive $3,000 to cover project related travel.
When and where are the Fellowships offered?
The fellowship position is for one to two years beginning in the Fall of 2004. The start date is flexible and will be determined by the selected applicant, ASPH, and CDC.
The fellowship opportunity will be located at the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, Office of Terrorism Preparedness and Emergency Response (OTPER) --- located in the Office of the CDC Director in Atlanta, Georgia. This office is responsible for the agency-wide terrorism preparedness and emergency response efforts. Travel may be required depending on program activities and priorities. The selected fellow is required to relocate to Atlanta, GA.
Eligibility
Applicants must have a graduate degree from an ASPH-member graduate school of public health (accredited by the Council on Education for Public Health). Applicants may still be enrolled at a SPH at the time of application, but must receive their degree prior to the expected start of the Fellowship. The applicant must be a U.S. citizen or hold a visa permitting permanent residence in the U.S. (a 'Green Card') to be eligible for the Fellowship Program.
How do I apply to the program?
Applications are available for download and may be found below. Applications must be sent to the ASPH Atlanta Office (ASPH contact name and address will be on the application form and is specified below). The materials needed to complete an application are detailed on the application form. Incomplete applications will not be accepted.
Applications must be received no later than:
Friday, May 14, 2004.
How are Fellows selected?
All applications to the fellowship program undergo a two-phase review process. In the first stage, the applications are reviewed by two faculty members from schools of public health (other than the applicant's institution) on the following criteria: 40% quality of essay; 25% strength of credentials; 25% previous professional experience; and 10% letters of recommendation.
Applications approved by the faculty review are forwarded to CDC for the second phase. At CDC, technical advisors review the applications along with the faculty review comments to assess which of the candidates applying for the individual projects are most suited for the fellowship.
When should applicants expect to be notified?
Once the final selection is complete, the selected applicant will be immediately notified by email. All other applicants will also be notified by email.
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