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Research Intern, Cancer Risk Prediction

CompanyAmerican Chemical Society
LocationAtlanta
Work ModeRemote
PostedSeptember 3, 2026
Internship Information
Core Responsibilities
The intern will participate in cancer risk prediction and health disparities projects by conducting data analyses and drafting research manuscripts. They will also assist in developing research proposals and preparing scientific presentations for internal and external collaborators.
Internship Type
part time
Company Size
2795
Visa Sponsorship
No
Language
English
Working Hours
20 hours
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About The Company
The American Chemical Society (ACS) was founded in 1876 and is a congressionally chartered independent membership organization that represents professionals at all degree levels and in all fields of the chemical sciences. With more than 200,000 people in its global community, ACS is one of the world’s largest scientific societies and leading sources of authoritative scientific information. A nonprofit organization, ACS is at the forefront of the evolving chemistry enterprise and is the premier professional home for chemists, chemical engineers and related professionals around the globe. ACS is dynamic and visionary, committed to improving all lives through the transforming power of chemistry. Its vision, a world built on science, was developed and adopted by the ACS Board of Directors, and fully complements its mission: advance scientific knowledge, empower a global community and champion scientific integrity. ACS publishes numerous scientific journals and databases, convenes major research conferences, and provides educational, science policy and career programs in chemistry. It also gives more than $22 million every year in grants for research in petroleum and related fields. ACS plays a leadership role in educating and communicating with policymakers and the general public about the importance of chemistry in everyone’s lives.
About the Role

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/week starting Sept 2026

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.

Key Skills
BiostatisticsStatisticsQuantitative epidemiologyData analysisR programmingScientific writingLiterature reviewResearch proposal developmentExcelPowerPointSEER*StatCancer epidemiological researchOrganizational skillsInterpersonal skillsOral communicationWritten communication
Categories
Science & ResearchHealthcareData & Analytics
Benefits
Paid time offMedical insuranceDental insuranceRetirement benefitsWellness programsProfessional development programs