Staffs two or more program work teams. Assists other work teams with medical, scientific, and epidemiological issues as requested. Assists with the provision of information and technical assistance, as requested, to national or state agencies and local service providers regarding SIDS and infant death issues. Aids in the development of training and technical assistance to parents and professional groups about reducing the risk for SIDS and infant death and other related issues. Coordinates SIDS Alliance national medical research program, including the dissemination of requests for proposals, distribution of grant applications to appropriate parties for review, and collection of progress reports from grantees.
Helps identify and recruit prospective candidates.
Assists with the evaluation of MSAC protocols, funding priorities and grant application formats. Reviews new research findings relevant to Sudden Infant Death Syndrome. Researches and develops summaries and position statements for use by the SIDS Alliance and its Affiliates, and the scientific and maternal and child health professional communities. Monitors scientific content of SIDS Alliance materials and website. Assists with the production of medical experts lists, and helps develop scientific content for national and local meetings.