Job Description

Organization Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) Reference Code

CDC-2026-0004

Appointment Details Anticipated Appointment Start Date: September 7, 2026 (Start date is flexible and will depend on a variety of factors). Appointment Length: The appointment will initially be for one year, but may be renewed upon recommendation of CDC and is contingent on the availability of funds. Level of Participation: Full time. Participant Stipend: Stipend rates may vary based on numerous factors, including opportunity, location, education, and experience. If you are interviewed, you can inquire about the exact stipend rate at that time and if selected, your appointment offer will include the monthly stipend rate. Citizenship Requirements: This opportunity is available to U.S. citizens and Lawful Permanent Residents (LPR) only. ORISE Information: This program, administered by ORAU through its contract with the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) to manage the Oak Ridge Institute for Science and Education (ORISE), was established through an interagency agreement between DOE and CDC. Participants do not become employees of CDC, DOE or the program administrator, and there are no employment-related benefits. Proof of health insurance is required for participation in this program. Health insurance can be obtained through ORISE. The successful applicant(s) will be required to comply with Environmental, Safety and Health (ES&H) requirements of the hosting facility, including but not limited to, COVID-19 requirements. Job Description The Disaster Epidemiology & Response Unit within CDC’s Emerging Environmental Hazards and Health Effects Branch conducts national toxicosurveillance and disaster epidemiology activities to identify, characterize, and respond to emerging public health threats. Learning Objectives Gain experience on the activities within the Poison Center Collaboration and Public Health Community of Practice (PCPHCoP) Learn how CDC collaborates with poison centers and public health partners to improve toxicosurveillance and public health response by attending PCPHCoP webinars and other engagement activities, including gaining experience with speaker logistics and communications. Gain experience developing communication items for community members, including newsletters, announcements, and other related content. Explore available collaboration platforms to gain experience with information sharing among poison centers and public health partners. Gain experience in national toxicosurveillance activities using the National Poison Data System (NPDS) Learn how poison center data are used for public health surveillance and identification of emerging toxicological threats Learn from staff on routine NPDS surveillance activities, including drafting state notifications of incidents of public health significance Gain experience reviewing and analyzing poison center data to identify unusual exposure patterns, clusters, and incidents of potential public health significance. Improve data analysis and epidemiologic skills by training with toxicosurveillance projects, investigations, and applied research activities. Learn how CDC supports responses to toxic exposures, environmental contamination incidents, and other environmental health threats. Learn about public health surveillance systems and disaster epidemiology activities Gain exposure to surveillance approaches used to monitor toxic exposures, environmental hazards, disasters, and other incidents of public health significance. Learn about disaster epidemiology activities such as toxicosurveillance, disaster-related surveillance, and rapid needs assessments. Learn about data analysis, literature reviews, surveillance summaries, situation reports, and other activities that support situational awareness and public health action. Learn how surveillance findings from multiple data sources are integrated and translated into actionable information for public health practitioners and decision-makers during preparedness, response, and recovery activities. Learn about the development of scientific products and improve presentation and communication skills Learn about data analysis, literature reviews, manuscript development, and other activities related to scientific publications and applied research projects as opportunities arise. Gain experience in scientific writing, data interpretation, and dissemination of public health findings Develop oral and written communication skills through participation in team meetings, trainings, and collaborative projects. Gain experience by presenting fellowship activities, project updates, or lessons learned at Section, Branch, or other internal meetings at least once per year. Mentor(s) Amy Helene Schnall (GHU5@cdc.gov) Qualifications The qualified candidate should have received a master's degree in one of the relevant fields (public health, epidemiology, environmental health, toxicology, environmental sciences, emergency preparedness, or a related field). Degree must have been received within the past five years. Applicants with demonstrated interest or experience in public health surveillance, toxicology, environmental health, disaster epidemiology, or emergency preparedness and response are encouraged to apply. Preferred Skills Training, experience, or interest in epidemiology, public health surveillance, toxicology, environmental health, disaster epidemiology, emergency preparedness, or related public health fields. Familiarity and/or interest in learning about the toxicological and radiological sciences/fields Strong written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to communicate technical information to diverse audiences. Ability to collaborate effectively with multidisciplinary teams, including epidemiologists, toxicologists, clinicians, data scientists, and federal, STLT public health partners. Experience with data management and analysis of epidemiologic, surveillance, or public health data. Strong organizational skills and attention to detail, with the ability to manage multiple assignments and be on complex projects. Eligibility Requirements Citizenship: LPR or U.S. Citizen Degree: Master's Degree received within the last 60 month(s). Discipline(s): Chemistry and Materials Sciences – Environmental Chemistry Communications and Graphics Design Environmental and Marine Sciences Life Health and Medical Sciences Other Non-Science & Engineering 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.) Contact Rachel #J-18808-Ljbffr Oak Ridge Institute for Science and Education

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