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    Student Research Assistant

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    Summary

    This position is located in the National Center for Immunization and Respiratory Diseases, headquartered in Atlanta, Georgia.

    Learn more about this agency

    Summary

    This position is located in the National Center for Immunization and Respiratory Diseases, headquartered in Atlanta, Georgia.

    Learn more about this agency

    Overview

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    Accepting applications

    Location

    1 vacancy in the following location:

    Atlanta, GA

    No matching locations found.

    Work site options

    Telework eligible No Remote job No Relocation expenses reimbursed No Salary $0 - $0 without compensation Pay scale & grade

    GS 00

    Promotion potential None

    Learn more about pay scale and grade

    Pay scale and grade determines the salary of the job.

    Work schedule Part-time Travel Required Not required

    Appointment type Intermittent

    Occupations and job series

    • 0699 Medical And Health Student Trainee

    Supervisory status No Federal service type This job is in the Competitive Service Represented by a union No

    Drug test No Security clearance Not Required Position sensitivity and risk Noncritical-Sensitive (NCS)/Moderate Risk

    Jobs require a background check and some require a security clearance. The type depends on the job.

    Background check type

    • National security

    Financial disclosure required No

    Some jobs require financial disclosure to identify conflicts of interests.

    Announcement number HHS-NCIRD-SWEP-27-13081290 Control number 887946000

    This job is open to

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    Students

    Current students enrolled in an accredited high school, college or graduate institution.

    Duties

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    WHAT YOULL BE DOING DAY TO DAY

    As a Student Research Assistant, you will:

    • Conduct literature review of biomarkers potentially associated with Long COVID.
    • Analyze post-infection specimens from community cohorts.
    • Analyze projects (data cleaning, analysis, interpret results).
    • Communication (scientific writing, oral presentation).
    • Other tasks supporting RISE projects (e.g., MIS-C, acute respiratory illness surveillance).

    Requirements

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    Conditions of employment

    • U.S. Citizenship required
    • Males born after December 31, 1959 must be registered or exempt from Selective Service - http://www.sss.gov Selective Service System
    • Suitable for federal employment
    • Proof of student status must be submitted with the application
    • All applicants must be in good academic standing
    • Students must provide official transcripts, if selected
    • Appointment will be subject to the applicants successful completion of a background security investigation and favorable adjudication. All information concerning qualifications is subject to investigation.
    • Documentation that you present for purposes of completing the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) Form I-9 will be verified through the DHS "E-Verify" System.
    • Volunteers must meet the federal minimum working age (5 CFR §308.102(a)).

    Qualifications

    Applicants must have:

    • Experience applying analytical and assessment skills.
    • Experience conducting literature reviews, writing, and applying public health science principles.

    Preference:

    Experience and interest with respiratory viruses and clinical biomarkers preferred, but not required.

    Volunteers must meet the definition of a student defined as "an individual enrolled not less than half-time in a high school, trade school, technical or vocational institute, junior college, college, university, or other accredited educational institution (5 U.S.C. §3111(a) and 5 CFR §308.101)" throughout the duration of their volunteer service, except during acceptable breaks in education as described in 5 CFR §308.101.

    Additional information

    THINGS YOU NEED TO KNOW

    Candidates should be committed to improving the efficiency of the Federal government, passionate about the ideals of our American republic, and committed to upholding the rule of law and the United States Constitution.

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    Candidates should be committed to improving the efficiency of the Federal government, passionate about the ideals of our American republic, and committed to upholding the rule of law and the United States Constitution.

    Benefits

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    A career with the U.S. government provides employees with a comprehensive benefits package. As a federal employee, you and your family will have access to a range of benefits that are designed to make your federal career very rewarding. Opens in a new windowLearn more about federal benefits.

    This is an unpaid volunteer internship. Participants are not eligible for salary, stipends, benefits, or other forms of compensation. Participation does not confer eligibility for federal employee benefits, including health insurance, retirement, leave accrual, or any other employment related benefits.

    Review our benefits

    Eligibility for benefits depends on the type of position you hold and whether your position is full-time, part-time or intermittent. Contact the hiring agency for more information on the specific benefits offered.

    How you will be evaluated

    You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above.

    Qualification determinations will be made based solely on the information submitted in the application package. Selection for this unpaid volunteer internship does not constitute employment with the Department of Health and Human Services and confers no entitlement to compensation, future employment, or non-competitive conversions.

    Benefits

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    A career with the U.S. government provides employees with a comprehensive benefits package. As a federal employee, you and your family will have access to a range of benefits that are designed to make your federal career very rewarding. Opens in a new windowLearn more about federal benefits.

    This is an unpaid volunteer internship. Participants are not eligible for salary, stipends, benefits, or other forms of compensation. Participation does not confer eligibility for federal employee benefits, including health insurance, retirement, leave accrual, or any other employment related benefits.

    Review our benefits

    Eligibility for benefits depends on the type of position you hold and whether your position is full-time, part-time or intermittent. Contact the hiring agency for more information on the specific benefits offered.

    Required documents

    Required Documents

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    Submit the following documents:

    • Resume (2 pages)
    • Statement of Interest - (include preferred term and availability)
    • Proof of Enrollment
    • Unofficial college, graduate school, or law school transcript(s)

    If you are relying on your education to meet qualification requirements:

    Education must be accredited by an accrediting institution recognized by the U.S. Department of Education in order for it to be credited towards qualifications. Therefore, provide only the attendance and/or degrees from schools accredited by accrediting institutions recognized by the U.S. Department of Education.

    Failure to provide all of the required information as stated in this vacancy announcement may result in an ineligible rating or may affect the overall rating.

    How to Apply

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    Interested students are encouraged to submit a statement of interest, resume, proof of enrollment and unofficial transcript(s) for consideration. Selected applicants may be contacted for additional information or an interview based on program needs.

    The complete Application Package must be submitted by 11:59 PM (EST) on the closing date of this announcement.

    By submitting your application, you are certifying the accuracy of the information contained in your application. If you make a false statement in any part of your application, you may not be hired; you may be terminated after you begin work; or you may be fined or jailed. After making a tentative job offer, we will conduct a suitability/security background investigation.

    Agency contact information

    HHS HELPDESK

    Email ASKOHR@hhs.gov Address National Center for Immunization and Respiratory Diseases

    1600 Clifton Rd NE

    Atlanta, GA 30333

    US

    Next steps

    If a volunteer opportunity matches your skill set, agency will contact you to provide additional information and selection. Individuals not immediately selected will be kept in the volunteer pool for additional opportunities as they arise.

    Please note that, as a volunteer opportunity, the information contained in the "Fair and Transparent" section of this announcement may not be applicable.

    Fair and transparent

    The Federal hiring process is set up to be fair and transparent. Please read the following guidance.

    Criminal history inquiries Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Policy

    Financial suitability New employee probationary period

    Privacy Act Reasonable accommodation policy

    Selective Service Signature and false statements

    Social security number request

    Required Documents

    Help

    Submit the following documents:

    • Resume (2 pages)
    • Statement of Interest - (include preferred term and availability)
    • Proof of Enrollment
    • Unofficial college, graduate school, or law school transcript(s)

    If you are relying on your education to meet qualification requirements:

    Education must be accredited by an accrediting institution recognized by the U.S. Department of Education in order for it to be credited towards qualifications. Therefore, provide only the attendance and/or degrees from schools accredited by accrediting institutions recognized by the U.S. Department of Education.

    Failure to provide all of the required information as stated in this vacancy announcement may result in an ineligible rating or may affect the overall rating.

    How to Apply

    Help

    Interested students are encouraged to submit a statement of interest, resume, proof of enrollment and unofficial transcript(s) for consideration. Selected applicants may be contacted for additional information or an interview based on program needs.

    The complete Application Package must be submitted by 11:59 PM (EST) on the closing date of this announcement.

    By submitting your application, you are certifying the accuracy of the information contained in your application. If you make a false statement in any part of your application, you may not be hired; you may be terminated after you begin work; or you may be fined or jailed. After making a tentative job offer, we will conduct a suitability/security background investigation.

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    Agency contact information

    HHS HELPDESK

    Email ASKOHR@hhs.gov Address National Center for Immunization and Respiratory Diseases

    1600 Clifton Rd NE

    Atlanta, GA 30333

    US

    Next steps

    If a volunteer opportunity matches your skill set, agency will contact you to provide additional information and selection. Individuals not immediately selected will be kept in the volunteer pool for additional opportunities as they arise.

    Please note that, as a volunteer opportunity, the information contained in the "Fair and Transparent" section of this announcement may not be applicable.

    Expand Hide next steps

    Fair and transparent

    The Federal hiring process is set up to be fair and transparent. Please read the following guidance.

    Criminal history inquiries Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Policy

    Financial suitability New employee probationary period

    Privacy Act Reasonable accommodation policy

    Selective Service Signature and false statements

    Social security number request

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    Become a part of the Department that touches the lives of every American! At the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) you can give back to your community, state, and country by making a difference in the lives of Americans everywhere. It is the principal agency for protecting the health of citizens. Join HHS and help to make our world healthier, safer, and better for all Americans.

    Agency contact information

    HHS HELPDESK

    Email ASKOHR@hhs.gov Address National Center for Immunization and Respiratory Diseases

    1600 Clifton Rd NE

    Atlanta, GA 30333

    US

    Summary

    This position is located in the National Center for Immunization and Respiratory Diseases, headquartered in Atlanta, Georgia.

    Learn more about this agency

    Overview

    Help

    Accepting applications

    Location

    1 vacancy in the following location:

    Atlanta, GA

    No matching locations found.

    Work site options

    Telework eligible No Remote job No Relocation expenses reimbursed No Salary $0 - $0 without compensation Pay scale & grade

    GS 00

    Promotion potential None

    Learn more about pay scale and grade

    Pay scale and grade determines the salary of the job.

    Work schedule Part-time Travel Required Not required

    Appointment type Intermittent

    Occupations and job series

    • 0699 Medical And Health Student Trainee

    Supervisory status No Federal service type This job is in the Competitive Service Represented by a union No

    Drug test No Security clearance Not Required Position sensitivity and risk Noncritical-Sensitive (NCS)/Moderate Risk

    Jobs require a background check and some require a security clearance. The type depends on the job.

    Background check type

    • National security

    Financial disclosure required No

    Some jobs require financial disclosure to identify conflicts of interests.

    Announcement number HHS-NCIRD-SWEP-27-13081290 Control number 887946000

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