and the National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases (NIAID) at the National Institutes of
Health. This is a rare opportunity for individuals seeking work in high containment facilities to
receive professional training in biosafety and biocontainment at one of the foremost biomedical
research centers in the world. Additional information regarding the Fellowships and Professional
Development courses is online at www.nbbtp.org; Application packages are due August 1,
2019; fellowships begin January 8, 2020 at the NIH Bethesda campus.
The NBBTP Fellowship is designed specifically for people interested in biosafety careers in high containment, including facility engineering and maintenance. This is an intensive two years,
immersive experience where Fellows are introduced to all elements of biosafety. The program
includes traditional lectures, reading assignments, mentoring projects, and travel to off-site
conferences and training sessions.
Program Eligibility: NBBTP Fellowships are available only to U.S. citizens, permanent
residents, or nationals of the United States who meet all federal regulations and policies
necessary for working with select agents. Fellows must have a minimum of a Bachelors degree in
the Life Sciences (or related fields including plant/agriculture and/or veterinary academic
backgrounds or mechanical engineering/facility management), be willing to relocate to the
Bethesda, MD area for two years, and be able to travel to participate in multi-week assignments.
Additional eligibility guidelines, including information on English proficiency, are posted online at:
http://www.nbbtp.org/policies-and-guidelines/#ProgramEligibility.
How to Apply: Interested applicants must complete the Fellowship Application online at
https://nbbtpapplication.org/application/. Resumes/CV’s are required components of the
application package. However, applicants who submit resumes/CVs without the additional
required application materials will not be considered. All application materials are due by
5:00 pm EST on August 1, 2019 including, resume/CV, official transcripts from the university of
highest degree, and 2019 reference forms (http://www.nbbtp.org/reference-form/).
The NIH is dedicated to building a diverse community in its training and employment programs.
Stipend amounts are based on the NIH IRTA scale.
After the NBBTP: Visit http://www.nbbtp.org/current-nbbtp-fellows/ to meet our current Fellows
and http://www.nbbtp.org/nbbtp-alumni/ to discover where our alumni are working.
Contact: Jennifer Cole, jcole@nbbtp.org
CST Zoom meetings:
Monday, March 18, 5:00-5:30
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Thursday, March 28, 12:00-12:30
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Thursday, April 17, 5:00-5:30
You're welcome to choose any of these, knowing of course they’re shared with
other schools.
Since 1-3 students is an excellent response, there’s plenty of
room for everyone.
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