Organization: Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) Reference Code: CDC-2026-0005 Application Deadline: 9/11/2026 3:00:00 PM Eastern Time Zone Description Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis. Location A research opportunity is currently available with the Division of Environmental Health Science and Practice (DEHSP) of the National Center for Environmental Health (NCEH) at the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) in Atlanta, Georgia. Research Project CDC recently developed a serious cooperative game called "This is a TEST" to help state and local health departments and their partners train and exercise Community Reception Center (CRC) functions after a nuclear or radiological emergency. The project aims to expand the game to meet state and local needs, conduct functional testing and field evaluation, and assist in translation, clearance, and distribution of game materials. The expansion will address hospital preparedness and challenges faced by persons with access and functional needs. Learning Objectives Learn about Community Reception Center (CRC) operations and emergency preparedness planning for nuclear and radiological incidents. Learn about the development and expansion of CDC’s serious cooperative training game, "This is a TEST," to address evolving state and local preparedness needs. Gain experience with updating game content related to public health emergency preparedness objectives, hospital preparedness, and access and functional needs populations. Participate in functional testing and field evaluations of updated game materials to assess effectiveness and usability. Gain experience in collecting and analyzing evaluation data in collaboration with CDC staff to improve training outcomes and emergency response strategies. Gain exposure to emergency response coordination, including CRC operations, Emergency Operations Center integration, hospital operations, and response challenges involving pediatric populations, rural communities, animal care, vehicle monitoring, and recovery efforts. Mentor Peter Rzeszotarski (BQQ3@CDC.GOV) Appointment Details Start Date: August 3, 2026 (flexible) Length: Initially one year, may be renewed upon recommendation and availability of funds. Level: Full time Stipend: Variable; confirmed upon interview. Health Insurance: Proof is required for participation. Health insurance can be obtained through ORISE. Compliance: Applicants must comply with Environmental, Safety and Health (ES&H) requirements, including COVID-19 measures such as facial covering, physical distancing, testing, and vaccination. Citizenship Requirements U.S. citizens and Lawful Permanent Residents (LPR) only. Qualifications The qualified candidate should have received a master’s degree in one of the relevant fields within the past five years. Degree in instructional and game design, game theory, serious game development and simulations, interactive media, or equivalent, with coursework in instructional principles, game design, gaming interaction, and evaluation. Computer science related, emergency management, nuclear or other science engineering degrees are also accepted. Preferred Skills Skills in game design, elicitation of user participation, and game evaluation. Familiarity with emergency management principles and/or radiation emergencies. Critical thinking and strong plain language writing. Eligibility Requirements Citizenship: LPR or U.S. Citizen Degree: Master’s Degree received within the last 60 months. Affirmation I certify that I have not previously been employed by CDC or by a contractor working directly for CDC. I understand that CDC does not permit individuals with a prior employment relationship with CDC or its contractors to participate as trainees in the ORISE program. (Exceptions may be granted for individuals who, since the previous CDC employment, have obtained a new STEM degree which necessitates training in a new field.) #J-18808-Ljbffr Oak Ridge Institute for Science and Education
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