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Lantana Consulting Group

CDC NBS Technical Lead

$135K - $175K/yr

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Public Health Informatics, Engineering ... Experience supporting CDC programs or other federal public health modernization initiatives

IHRC, Inc.

Microbiologist IV

Atlanta, GA · On-site

... CDC)/Coronavirus and Other Respiratory Viruses Division (CORVD). CORVD's mission is to provide the ... health science and practice in the United States and globally. This position is needed for ...

CDC Foundation

Epidemiologist

Atlanta, GA · On-site

$95 - $105/hr

The DOP Office of the Associate Director for Science (OADS) is looking to hire staff to complete ... CDC in order to best support public health programming. All qualified applicants will receive ...

Lantana Consulting Group

CDC NBS Product Manager

$110K - $130K/yr

Collaborate with CDC staff, subject-matter experts in public health, jurisdictional partners, and ... Bachelor's degree in public health, health informatics, information systems, computer science, or a ...

Goldbelt, Inc.

Public Health Analyst II

$90K - $105K/yr

... CDC), National Center on Birth Defects and Developmental Disabilities (NCBDDD) programs and ... Bachelor's degree in Public Health, Epidemiology, Health Sciences, Biology, Nursing, Healthcare ...

Goldbelt, Inc.

Public Health Analyst II

GA · Remote

$90K - $105K/yr

... CDC), National Center on Birth Defects and Developmental Disabilities (NCBDDD) programs and ... Bachelor's degree in Public Health, Epidemiology, Health Sciences, Biology, Nursing, Healthcare ...

IHRC INCORPORATED

Microbiologist IV

Atlanta, GA

... CDC)/Coronavirus and Other Respiratory Viruses Division (CORVD). CORVD's mission is to provide the ... health science and practice in the United States and globally. This position is needed for ...

IHRC, Inc.

Microbiologist III

Atlanta, GA · On-site

... CDC)/Coronavirus and Other Respiratory Viruses Division (CORVD). CORVD's mission is to provide the ... health science and practice in the United States and globally. This position is needed for ...

IHRC INCORPORATED

Microbiologist III

Atlanta, GA

... CDC)/Coronavirus and Other Respiratory Viruses Division (CORVD). CORVD's mission is to provide the ... health science and practice in the United States and globally. This position is needed for ...

BryceTech

Senior Public Health Analyst

Atlanta, GA · On-site

Ensure work products are technically accurate, evidence-based, timely, and responsive to CDC requirements Qualifications Required Qualifications * Bachelor's degree in public health, health sciences ...

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Vergence

Health Educator

Indianapolis, IN · On-site

$32.30/hr

... and CDC regarding education and training activities. - Participate in writing grants and other ... science, or a behavioral health-related field. Knowledge of the epidemiology and biology of ...

Goldbelt, Inc.

Public Health Analyst II

$90K - $105K/yr

... scientific, technical, and administrative support from junior staff to high-level subject matter ... CDC), National Center on Birth Defects and Developmental Disabilities (NCBDDD) programs and ...

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As of Aug 23, 2026, the average yearly pay for cdc health scientist in the United States is $83,238.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $57,000.00 and $105,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a CDC Health Scientist?

CDC Health Scientists are public health professionals who work at the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) to conduct research, analyze data, and develop strategies to prevent and control diseases. They play a vital role in investigating health threats, designing studies, and translating scientific findings into public health policy and practice. These scientists may specialize in areas like epidemiology, laboratory science, or health communications to support CDC’s mission of protecting public health.

What skills and qualifications are needed to thrive as a CDC Health Scientist?

To thrive as a CDC Health Scientist, a strong background in public health, epidemiology, or biomedical sciences—often supported by advanced degrees such as an MPH or PhD—is essential. Experience with data analysis tools (e.g., SAS, R, or SPSS), laboratory techniques, and familiarity with public health surveillance systems are typically required. Strong communication, analytical thinking, and collaboration skills distinguish top performers in this role. These competencies are vital for designing effective research, interpreting data accurately, and implementing public health interventions that protect population health.

How does a CDC Health Scientist collaborate with multidisciplinary teams during public health investigations?

CDC Health Scientists frequently work as part of multidisciplinary teams that may include epidemiologists, statisticians, laboratory scientists, and public health advisors. During public health investigations, they contribute their expertise in data collection, analysis, and interpretation, often coordinating closely with team members to design studies and interpret findings. Effective communication and teamwork are essential, as Health Scientists may be responsible for translating scientific results into actionable public health recommendations and presenting findings to diverse audiences. This collaborative approach not only enhances the quality of investigations but also fosters professional development through exposure to various public health specialties.

How to become a CDC health scientist?

To become a CDC health scientist, candidates typically need a relevant bachelor's degree in public health, epidemiology, or a related field, with advanced degrees such as a master's or doctorate often preferred. Relevant experience, strong analytical skills, and knowledge of public health tools and methods are also important, along with passing a background check and meeting federal employment requirements.
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CDC NBS Technical Lead

Lantana Consulting Group

Remote

$135K - $175K/yr

Full-time

Posted 24 days ago

Job description

Job Type
Full-time
Description
This position is contingent upon the successful award of a government contract. Hiring and employment are subject to contract award and funding approval.
Lantana Consulting Group provides services and software for standards-based health-information exchange. We have established ourselves as a trusted leader in the industry with two decades of expertise in developing and deploying technical specifications and interoperability solutions. As a rapidly growing distributed, employee-owned company, we hire exceptional talent nationwide and offer flexible remote work arrangements. We take pride in our mission to improve public health and quality of care.
Primary purpose:
Provides strategic delivery leadership and Agile execution oversight for the National Electronic Disease Surveillance System Base System (NBS) modernization portfolio. Serves as a senior strategic advisor and Scrum Master supporting multiple modernization workstreams by facilitating Agile delivery, coordinating cross-team execution, managing dependencies and risks, and ensuring modernization activities align with the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention's (CDC) priorities, product roadmaps, and program objectives. Partners with the client, solution architects, engineering leads, public health informatics and epidemiology subject matter experts, and program leadership to ensure modernization initiatives effectively support disease surveillance, case investigation, interoperability, and public health reporting.
A successful candidate will do the following:
  • Provide strategic delivery leadership across NBS modernization initiatives, ensuring technical execution aligns with CDC modernization priorities, program objectives, and public health mission needs
  • Coordinate delivery across multiple Agile teams, proactively managing cross-team dependencies, risks, resource constraints, and competing priorities, and release readiness activities to support successful roadmap execution
  • Serve as Scrum Master for modernization teams by facilitating Agile ceremonies, supporting backlog management, removing impediments, and promoting effective team execution and continuous delivery
  • Monitor delivery health using Agile metrics and program performance indicators, providing leadership with status updates, risk assessments, and recommendations to improve predictability, quality, and delivery outcomes
  • Facilitate collaboration among CDC stakeholders, jurisdictional partners, technical teams, and public health subject matter experts to ensure modernization efforts support evolving surveillance workflows, interoperability requirements, and operational priorities
  • Drive continuous improvement across delivery processes, governance practices, release management activities, and Agile execution through data-driven recommendations and team feedback
  • Mentor Scrum Masters, project and product managers, and technical leads to strengthen Agile maturity, delivery excellence, and organizational effectiveness
  • Support modernization planning, transition activities, and strategic process improvement initiatives that contribute to long-term program success
  • Coordinate and facilitate delivery activities across CDC, jurisdictional partners, multidisciplinary teams, and public health subject matter experts to ensure modernization initiatives align with evolving surveillance workflows, interoperability standards, and operational priorities

Requirements
  • Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Public Health Informatics, Engineering, Business, or related discipline
  • Minimum of five years of progressively responsible experience leading large-scale software development or health IT modernization programs
  • Experience supporting CDC programs or other federal public health modernization initiatives
  • Demonstrated knowledge and experience with:

National public health surveillance systems (i.e., National Notifiable Diseases Surveillance System [NNDSS], NBS) including event reporting and investigation
Translating epidemiologic and surveillance workflows into business requirements, functional specifications, user stories, or system requirements
  • Experience supporting public health surveillance modernization initiatives involving communicable disease surveillance, case management, or public health data exchange
  • Professional Scrum Master (PSM I or higher), Certified Scrum Professional (CSP), PMI Agile Certified Practitioner (PMI-ACP), Certified ScrumMaster (CSM), or equivalent Agile delivery certification
  • Demonstrated experience leading delivery across multiple concurrent Agile teams and managing cross-team dependencies
  • Ability to complete and maintain a federal-government Position of Public Trust Level 5 background investigation

Preferred qualifications:
  • Experience leading Agile delivery for cloud-native modernization initiatives
  • Experience coordinating delivery across cross-functional teams including engineering, product management, quality assurance, DevSecOps, and public health subject matter experts
  • Demonstrated ability to build consensus and facilitate collaboration among technical teams, public health stakeholders, and executive leadership
  • Experience supporting large-scale public health surveillance modernization programs involving interoperability, data exchange, or health information systems

Additional information:
  • We are a remote organization, but we prioritize in-person collaboration during key events such as our annual company meeting.
  • We are an equal-opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, pregnancy, genetic information, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other protected category under applicable federal, state, and local laws.
  • For this position, the candidate must reside in the United States.

Salary Description
$135,000 - $175,000

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