Senior Polio Modeling & Strategy Lead

Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation; Seattle (WA); On-site; USD 238,000 - 369,000; Full time

Job summary

The Gates Foundation seeks a Senior Research Manager to lead the Eradication and Elimination polio modeling efforts. You will set strategy, guide dynamical and statistical modeling, and partner with PST, IDM leadership, and regional teams to drive impactful analyses that inform investment choices.

Based in Seattle with travel up to 20%. Ideal candidates hold a PhD in infectious disease modeling or epidemiology, with a track record of delivering policy-relevant insights and managing analytical

Qualifications

• PhD in dynamical and statistical modeling of infectious diseases or similar.
• Demonstrated success translating modeling to public health impact.
• Experience leading analytical teams and communicating results.

Responsibilities

• Develop polio modeling strategy aligned with E&E goals.
• Lead IDM polio team project portfolio and deliver timely analyses.
• Coordinate with PST and RCOs to inform investment decisions.

Skills

Dynamical modeling

Statistical modeling

Public health policy

Project leadership

Cross-functional teamwork

Communication skills

Education

PhD in infectious disease modeling/epidemiology

Tools

Python

R

Job description

The Gates Foundation seeks a Senior Research Manager to lead the Eradication and Elimination polio modeling efforts. You will set strategy, guide dynamical and statistical modeling, and partner with PST, IDM leadership, and regional teams to drive impactful analyses that inform investment choices.

Based in Seattle with travel up to 20%. Ideal candidates hold a PhD in infectious disease modeling or epidemiology, with a track record of delivering policy-relevant insights and managing analytical