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CDC Global Health Security Policy Fellowship

*Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis.

A research fellowship is available within the Division of Global Health Protection (DGHP) of the Center for Global Health (CGH) at the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) located in Atlanta, Georgia. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) is one of the major operation components of the Department of Health and Human Services. CDC works to protect America from health, safety and security threats, both foreign and in the U.S. Whether diseases start at home or abroad, are chronic or acute, curable or preventable, human error or deliberate attack, CDC fights disease and supports communities and citizens to do the same.

Throughout the course of this fellowship, the participant will participate in research projects and activities in the domains of strategy, partnerships, issues management, legislative affairs, policy development, and high level collaboration. Under the guidance of a mentor, the participant will learn to research best practices related to Congress, budget development and justification, and partner advocacy and translating them into recommendations and actions for DGHP. The participant will also receive training and mentorship on policy analysis, performance measurement and evaluation, and implementation across a wide range of global health security issues.

Anticipated Appointment Start Date: November 2020

This program, administered by ORAU through its contract with the U.S. Department of Energy to manage the Oak Ridge Institute for Science and Education, was established through an interagency agreement between DOE and CDC. The initial appointment can be up to one year, but may be renewed upon recommendation of CDC contingent on the availability of funds. The participant will receive a monthly stipend commensurate with educational level and experience. Proof of health insurance is required for participation in this program. The appointment is full-time at CDC in the Atlanta, Georgia, area. Participants do not become employees of CDC, DOE or the program administrator, and there are no employment-related benefits.

If you have questions, send an email to ORISE.CDC.CGH@orau.org.