Senior Epidemiologist — Public Health Research & Policy

Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (DOHHS); Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 113,000 - 146,000; Full time

Job summary

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (DOHHS) in Atlanta, GA is seeking a GS-13 level epidemiologist to design and oversee major public health studies. The position requires analyzing complex epidemiologic data and communicating findings to the scientific community and public health decision-makers.

Travel up to 25% may be required. This permanent, competitive-service federal role is based in Atlanta and pays $112,556–$146,325 per year.

Qualifications

• One year specialized experience at GS-12 level in epidemiologic studies or investigations.
• Experience applying epidemiologic methods and software to analyze public health data.
• Ability to interpret and communicate findings in reports and presentations.

Responsibilities

• Design, oversee, implement, and conduct major scientific surveys to identify public health problems.
• Analyze program performance data to assess process and impact.
• Review research proposals and provide technical recommendations on design and method.

Skills

Epidemiology

Data analysis

Public health communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in health sciences

Tools

Statistical software

Job description

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (DOHHS) in Atlanta, GA is seeking a GS-13 level epidemiologist to design and oversee major public health studies. The position requires analyzing complex epidemiologic data and communicating findings to the scientific community and public health decision-makers.

Travel up to 25% may be required. This permanent, competitive-service federal role is based in Atlanta and pays $112,556–$146,325 per year.