Poliovirus Wastewater Surveillance & Containment Scientist

Oak Ridge Institute for Science and Education; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 20,000 - 31,000; Full time

Job summary

Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) in Atlanta, GA invites applications for a fully funded ORISE research opportunity focused on poliovirus detection and public health preparedness. The role emphasizes translating wastewater genomic data into actionable guidance, risk assessment, and biosafety compliance within a national containment framework.

The candidate will engage in literature reviews, study design, lab data analysis, and manuscript development while collaborating across CDC

Qualifications

• Doctoral degree in a relevant life science field completed within the last five years.
• Experience in molecular biology and wastewater-based testing preferred.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Conduct systematic literature reviews and study design exploration.
• Analyze laboratory data and document findings for manuscripts and presentations.
• Collaborate with CDC researchers and external partners on interdisciplinary approaches.
• Translate wastewater data into actionable public health guidance.

Skills

Molecular biology

Wastewater sequencing knowledge

Public health communication

Interdisciplinary collaboration

Laboratory safety

Education

Doctoral degree in Biology, Microbiology, Virology, Immunology, Public Health

Job description

Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) in Atlanta, GA invites applications for a fully funded ORISE research opportunity focused on poliovirus detection and public health preparedness. The role emphasizes translating wastewater genomic data into actionable guidance, risk assessment, and biosafety compliance within a national containment framework.

The candidate will engage in literature reviews, study design, lab data analysis, and manuscript development while collaborating across CDC