Performance Nutrition Statistics & Data Science Doctoral Fellowship
Reference Code
AFRL-711HPW-2024-0015
How to Apply
All applications must be submitted through Zintellect; www.zintellect.com
Description
The U.S. Air Force Research Laboratory (AFRL) is offering a doctoral fellowship in the Signature Tracking for Optimized Nutrition and Tracking (STRONG) lab.
What will I be doing?
As an ORISE participant, you will join a community of scientists and researchers, focusing on enhancing and building your expertise in statistics and data science, particularly within the nutrition portfolio. The STRONG lab is the exercise-science relevant research arm of the Human Performance Wing / Airman Systems Directorate at AFRL. The STRONG lab conducts a wide range of research and design projects for a variety of operational customers and coordinates with a variety of partners to include special operations forces, AFRL, United States Air Force Academy, etc. Projects are based in the exercise sciences and connect to a wide range of disciplines and collaborators across government labs, academia, industry, and military operators to generate the most innovative and effective solutions.
Why should I apply?
Under the guidance of a mentor, you will gain hands-on experience to complement your education and support your academic and professional goals. There are several systems that have been proposed to influence performance, the United States Air Force is interested in optimizing these systems among various operational units. As part of the STRONG lab research community, you will engage in topics such as:
- Physical fitness interventions, movement screens, wearable device validation, and recovery technologies
- The transition of nutrition software to elite military units
- Validation of nutrition interventions for high-volume shift work
- The development and validation of performance nutraceuticals
- Strategic investment in commercial and government nutrition technologies
- Automated nutrition profiles and precision diet interventions
- Engagement in data analysis and technical writing support for any of the aforementioned categories of study
Where will I be location?
This is a remote position. The opportunity to travel for data collection on occasion might be suggested.
What is the anticipated start date?
Exact start dates will be determined at the time of selection and in coordination with the selected candidate. Applications are reviewed on an ongoing basis and internships or fellowships will be filled as qualified candidates are identified.
What is the appointment length?
This appointment is a 12-month research appointment, with the possibility to be renewed for additional research periods. Appointments may be extended depending on funding availability, project assignment, program rules, and availability of the participant.
What are the appointment provisions?
You will receive a stipend to be determined by AFRL. Stipends are typically based on a participant’s academic standing, discipline, experience, and research facility location. Other provisions may include the following:
- Health Insurance Supplement (Participants are eligible to purchase health insurance through ORISE)
- Relocation Allowance
- Training and Travel Allowance
About AFRL
The 711th Human Performance Wing (711 HPW), headquartered at Wright-Patterson Air Force Base in Ohio, is the first human-centric warfare wing to consolidate human performance research, education, and consultation under a single organization. Established under the Air Force Research Laboratory (AFRL), the 711 HPW is comprised of the Airman Systems Directorate (RH) and the United States Air Force School of Aerospace Medicine (USAFSAM). For more information about the Air Force Research Laboratory, 711 Human Performance Wing, Airman Systems Directorate, Airman Biosciences Division, please visit https://afresearchlab.com/.
About ORISE
This program, administered by Oak Ridge Associated Universities (ORAU) through its contract with the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) to manage the Oak Ridge Institute for Science and Education (ORISE), was established through an interagency agreement between DOE and DoD. Participants do not enter into an employee/employer relationship with ORISE, ORAU, DoD or any other office or agency. Instead, you will be affiliated with ORISE for the administration of the appointment through the ORISE appointment letter and Terms of Appointment. Proof of health insurance is required for participation in this program. Health insurance can be obtained through ORISE. For more information, visit the ORISE Research Participation Program at the U.S. Department of Defense.
Qualifications
The qualified candidate will have earned or be currently pursuing a doctoral degree in any of the disciplines in the eligibility section of the opportunity. Degree is required to be obtained by 06/30/2025. Postgraduate candidates must have earned their degree within 5 years of the appointment start date.
Highly competitive applicants will have education and/or experience in one or more of the following:
- Nutrition related background working with human population and performance
- The field of performance nutrition or factors of human performance
- Military population is helpful, but not required
- Good self-efficacy and ability to adapt to a variety of projects/challenges as they arise
- Good technical writing skills
- Data analytics, statistical software, internet applications
- Communication with other professionals
- Certification from AND (Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics), RD (Registered Dietitian) preferred.
- Human performance software/applications preferred
- Strong statistical analysis skills, through a variety of applications (SPSS, SAS, MATLAB, R, Python, JMP), with the ability to learn new programs
Application Requirements
A complete application consists of:
- Zintellect Profile
- Educational and Employment History
- Essay Questions (goals, experiences, and skills relevant to the opportunity)
- Resume (PDF)
- Transcripts/Academic Records - Please upload a copy of a transcript for your current or most recent degree program that meets the disciplinary qualifications of the opportunity. Click here for detailed information about acceptable transcripts.
- One Recommendation. We encourage you to contact your recommender(s) as soon as you start your application to ensure they are able to complete the recommendation form and to let them know to expect a message from Zintellect. Recommenders will be asked to rate your scientific capabilities, personal characteristics, and describe how they know you. You can always log back in to your Zintellect account and check the status of your application.
If you have questions, send an email to airforce@orise.orau.gov. Please list the reference code of this opportunity AFRL-711HPW-2024-0015 in the subject line of the email. Please understand that ORISE does not review applications or select applicants; selections are made by the sponsoring agency identified on this opportunity. All application materials should be submitted via the “Apply” button at the bottom of this opportunity listing. Please do not send application materials to the email address above.
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