Poxvirus & Rabies Diagnostics QC Fellowship

Oak Ridge Institute for Science and Education; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 32,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) in Atlanta, GA offers a research opportunity in the Poxvirus and Rabies Branch. The role focuses on gaining experience with clinical test regulations and quality management systems within a federal public health setting.

The position emphasizes learning diagnostic methods, data analysis, and collaboration with seasoned staff, under mentorship. Applicants must hold a master’s degree and be prepared for a full-time assignment through ORISE.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in a relevant field and completed within the past five years.
• Experience or interest in laboratory quality systems and regulatory requirements.

Responsibilities

• Gain experience with clinical test regulations and quality management systems.
• Learn to support implementation, maintenance, and continuous improvement of the laboratory QMS.
• Collaborate with the branch to ensure laboratory operations comply with federal requirements and accreditation standards.
• Learn to perform and validate diagnostic methods using real-time PCR or novel techniques.

Skills

Molecular virology

Lab operations

GLP basics

Scientific writing

Collaboration

Education

Master's degree

Tools

Real-time PCR

Job description

Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) in Atlanta, GA offers a research opportunity in the Poxvirus and Rabies Branch. The role focuses on gaining experience with clinical test regulations and quality management systems within a federal public health setting.

The position emphasizes learning diagnostic methods, data analysis, and collaboration with seasoned staff, under mentorship. Applicants must hold a master’s degree and be prepared for a full-time assignment through ORISE.