Cancer Population Science Program
The Cancer Population Science (CPaS) program at Georgetown's Lombardi Comprehensive Cancer Center is a T32 postdoctoral training program supported by the National Cancer Institute (NCI).
About the Program
The Cancer Population Science (CPaS) program at Georgetown Lombardi Comprehensive Cancer Center is a T32 postdoctoral training program supported by the National Cancer Institute (NCI).
The goal of the CPaS program is to successfully prepare postdoctoral trainees who can effectively translate evidence to improve cancer outcomes across the research continuum — from discovery to population impact. We aim to expand the number of cancer population scientists who can address complex challenges in cancer prevention, detection, treatment and survivorship.
Translational research training is grounded in the development of core competencies of team science, utilizing novel technologies and methods, applying multilevel approaches to research and interventions, synthesizing evidence to inform policies and care, and addressing population differences.
Funded research programs of our faculty reflect their disciplinary expertise (epidemiology, behavioral science, implementation science, health services/health policy) and focus along the cancer control continuum (etiology, prevention, early detection, diagnosis, treatment, survivorship, end of life).
Specific areas of expertise include, but are not limited to:
- Molecular epidemiology, cancer biomarker development and translation
- Health behaviors (nutrition, diet, physical activity, tobacco control) and behavioral interventions
- Care delivery interventions for cancer genetic testing and cancer screening
- Health disparities
- Cancer and aging
- Cancer survivorship and palliative care
- Simulation modeling and health policy
Benefits
- Mentorship from two program faculty
- Translational, interdisciplinary cancer center environment
- Extensive professional development programming
- Competitive salary
- Funds to support travel, research and professional development
- NIH annual childcare benefit ($3,000)
Eligibility
- Applicants should have a doctoral degree (PhD, MD, ScD, DrPH, PharmD) in areas such as psychology, epidemiology, health services, or other related field with the goal of training in cancer-focused research.
- Open to U.S. citizens and permanent residents only.
- Previous experience conducting cancer-related research is desirable but not required.
- Trainee stipends and benefits are highly competitive.
- Support for tuition and conference travel is included.