As a global leader in public health & health promotion, CDC is the agency Americans trust with their lives. In addition to our everyday work, each CDC employee has a role in supporting public health emergency management, whether through temporary assignments to emergency responses or sustaining other CDC programs and activities while colleagues respond. Join our team to use your talent, training, & passion to help CDC continue as the world's premier public health organization. Visit www.cdc.gov
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As a global leader in public health & health promotion, CDC is the agency Americans trust with their lives. In addition to our everyday work, each CDC employee has a role in supporting public health emergency management, whether through temporary assignments to emergency responses or sustaining other CDC programs and activities while colleagues respond. Join our team to use your talent, training, & passion to help CDC continue as the world's premier public health organization. Visit www.cdc.gov
Please read this Public Notice in its entirety prior to submitting your application for consideration. You are applying to a resume database. Your resume and any documents submitted will be retained and may be used at any time during or after the open period of this Public Notice. U.S. Citizenship is REQUIRED.
The CDC utilizes Direct/Expedited Hire Authorities to fill vacancies in a variety of occupations. This vacancy is a REPOSITORY of applications. Duties and responsibilities vary and may increase according to the grade level of the position. Applications may be periodically referred to hiring managers both during the open period and after the closing date. Because of the large number of applications anticipated, applicants' status will not be updated.
This public notice will be used to fill the positions listed below at multiple grade levels and locations.
Health Scientist (Data Scientist): Grades GS-7 through GS-15
Health Scientist (Informatics): Grades GS-7 through GS-15
Health Scientist (Laboratory Informatics): Grades GS-7 through GS-15
Duties may include but are not limited to:
Collaborating with other professionals within and outside the Center in the conduct of surveillance, research, and analytical studies.
Planning and carrying out quality control programs and selecting appropriate epidemiologic methods to be used in quality control analysis for key influenza and respiratory pathogens.
Producing static and interactive data visualizations to communicate findings to internal and external audiences.
Preparing materials for presentations to other scientific staff and to federal, state, and local health program managers; and other health officials and health-related organizations.
Providing expert scientific advice, consultation, and leadership in designing, coordinating, and maintaining public health informatics project goals.
Designing, overseeing, implementing, and conducting scientific surveys/studies or projects to identify and solve health system related problems.
Analyzing epidemiologic investigation data utilizing new methodologies or existing techniques that have been extensively revised.
Performing scientific work responsible for evaluating and developing approaches for strengthening the standardization and utility of national health information systems, their products, policies, and processes, with specific emphasis on electronic data interchange and electronic media.
Managing projects involved with public health informatics and serving as a subject matter expert in the design and implementation of IT systems integrating epidemiologic and other information from a scientific perspective.
Due to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention's (CDC's) process enhancement to use Shared Certificates throughout the Agency, some of the requirements below may differ:
US Citizenship is required.
Males born after December 31, 1959 must be registered or exempt from Selective Service (http://www.sss.gov).
May be subject to a Background/Security Investigation. Security clearance level may differ from the position announced when certificates are shared.
CDC participates in the USCIS Electronic Employment Eligibility Verification Program (E-Verify). If selected, CDC will determine your employment eligibility using your social security number.
Direct deposit is required.
One-year probationary period may be required.
This position may be subject to a Collective Bargaining Agreement.
This public notice may be used to fill supervisory or managerial positions and selectees may be subject to 1 year supervisory or managerial probationary period.
Positions may be filled as permanent or term appointments.
This position may be subject to the OGE Financial Disclosure requirements of the Ethics in Government Act of 1978 (P.L. 95-521). CDC inspires public confidence in its trust responsibilities and mission by maintaining high ethical principles. If selected, you may be required to complete a Confidential Financial Disclosure Report (OGE Form 450) to determine if a conflict or an appearance of a conflict exists between your financial interest and your prospective position with the agency. If identified, this will be an annual requirement.
In accordance with Executive Order 12564 of September 15, 1986, The Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) is A Drug-Free Federal Workplace. This position may require a Drug Test and be subject to Random Drug Testing. The position may require the submission of a urinalysis to screen for illegal drug use prior to appointment and be subject to reasonable suspicion and post-accident drug testing upon hiring. If required to submit to urinalysis, the appointment to the position will be contingent upon a negative test result.
Qualifications
Basic Qualifications:
Degree: Bachelor's or graduate/higher level degree: major study in an academic field related to the medical field, health sciences or allied sciences appropriate to the work of the position. This degree must be from an educational program from an accrediting body recognized by the U.S. Department of Education at the time the degree was obtained.
Minimum Qualifications:
GS-7:
At least 1 year of graduate-level education OR
Superior academic achievement (See Education section)OR
Data Scientist: At least 1 year of specialized experience, equivalent to GS-05 grade level in Federal service: gathering cost, performance, &/or statistical data to prepare reports; & conducts analyses of data to support conclusions or recommendations for action OR
Informatics: At least 1 year of specialized experience, equivalent to GS-05 grade level in Federal service: assisting with the analysis of data sets/information using informatics, systems, & a variety of reporting tools; & analyzing epidemiologic investigation data utilizing new methodologies or existing techniques OR
Lab Informatics: At least 1 year of specialized experience, equivalent to GS-05 grade level in Federal service: assisting with scientific studies & technical issues on public health programs OR
A combination of education & experience
GS-9:
At least 2 years of progressively higher-level graduate education leading to a master's degree or master's or equivalent graduate degree OR
Data Scientist: At least 1 year of specialized experience, equivalent to GS-07 grade level in Federal service: using current data science methods & tools to plan & conduct research using public health data systems; & assisting in preparing reports that include discussion of substantive issues related to science methodology for public health surveillance OR
Informatics: At least 1 year of specialized experience, equivalent to GS-07 grade level in Federal service: analyzes epidemiologic investigation data utilizing new methodologies or existing techniques; & assisting with scientific surveys/studies or projects to identify & solve health system related problems OR
Lab Informatics: At least 1 year of specialized experience, equivalent to GS-05 grade level in Federal service: assisting with conducting, identifying &/or analyzing scientific studies & technical issues on public health programs OR
A combination of education & experience
GS-11:
At least 3 years of progressively higher-level graduate education leading to a Ph.D. degree or Ph.D. or equivalent doctoral degree OR
Data Scientist: At least 1 year of specialized experience, equivalent to GS-09 grade level in Federal service: using current data science methods & tools to plan & conduct research using public health data systems; preparing reports that include discussion of substantive issues related to science methodology for public health surveillance; & analyzing study or project implementation procedures for improvement OR
Informatics: At least 1 year of specialized experience, equivalent to GS-09 grade level in Federal service: performing scientific activities & analyses related to health care informatics in public health programs; & analyzing software to ensure database & software are compatible with other applicable environmental, epidemiologic, & surveillance systems OR
Lab Informatics: At least 1 year of specialized experience, equivalent to GS-05 grade level in Federal service: providing advice & assistance in designing, coordinating, & maintaining public health informatics systems in various public health program areas OR
A combination of education & experience
GS-12:
Data Scientist: At least 1 year of specialized experience, equivalent to GS-11 grade level in Federal service: collecting, linking, processing, coding, classifying, & analyzing public health surveillance, research, & administrative health data OR
Informatics: At least 1 year of specialized experience, equivalent to GS-11 grade level in Federal service: providing scientific advice to public health organizations to synthesize & implement informatics policies & directions for future development OR
Lab Informatics: At least 1 year of specialized experience, equivalent to GS-11 grade level in Federal service: developing, evaluating, & analyzing laboratory & public health informatics, surveillance data &/or systems as well as using data science tools & methods for case surveillance data
GS-13:
Data Scientist: At least 1 year of specialized experience, equivalent to GS-12 grade level in Federal service: conducting statistical analyses, using data science methods such as machine learning & data visualizations, & working with structured & unstructured datasets OR
Informatics: At least 1 year of specialized experience, equivalent to GS-12 grade level in Federal service: managing projects involved with public health informatics; & providing advice & guidance in the design & implementation of IT systems integrating epidemiologic & other information from a scientific perspective OR
Lab Informatics: At least 1 year of specialized experience, equivalent to GS-12 grade level in Federal service: providing scientific advice on the development & implementation of laboratory & public health informatics strategies for surveillance programs & for epidemiologic & other public health information systems
GS-14:
Data Scientist: At least 1 year of specialized experience, equivalent to GS-13 grade level in Federal service: developing & conducting public health surveillance design, data linkage, data validation & analysis processes; & using data science methods such as machine learning & data visualizations & working with structured & unstructured datasets OR
Informatics: At least 1 year of specialized experience, equivalent to GS-13 grade level in Federal service: providing leadership in the development, testing, implementation & evaluation of scientific information technology & information systems needs & applicable software systems relating to public health informatics OR
Lab Informatics: At least 1 year of specialized experience, equivalent to GS-13 grade level in Federal service: developing scientific policies for laboratory & public health informatics; evaluating information technology (IT) & data systems; & implementing laboratory & public health informatics strategies for surveillance systems & other public health information systems.
GS-15:
Data Scientist: At least 1 year of specialized experience, equivalent to GS-14 grade level in Federal service: managing, planning, developing, coordinating, & evaluating public health surveillance programs & activities related to notifiable conditions & syndromic surveillance, data science & analytical activities OR
Informatics: At least 1 year of specialized experience, equivalent to GS-14 grade level in Federal service: providing leadership in managing programs in surveillance, research, prevention, & evaluation with innovative integration of information technology & science with public health science; & providing consultation & involvement in the development of policies, standards & guidelines that steer the selection, development, implementation, & use of Information Technology within an enterprise OR
Lab Informatics: At least 1 year of specialized experience, equivalent to GS-14 grade level in Federal service: managing, planning, developing, coordinating, & evaluating laboratory & public health surveillance programs & activities related to notifiable conditions & syndromic surveillance, data science & analytical activities
Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional; philanthropic; religious; spiritual; community, student, social).
Education
A copy of your transcripts or equivalent documentation is required for positions with an education requirement, or if you are qualifying based on education or a combination of education and experience. An official transcript will be required if you are selected.
A college or university degree generally must be from an accredited (or pre-accredited) college or university recognized by the U.S. Department of Education. For a list of schools which meet these criteria, please refer to Department of Education Accreditation page.
FOREIGN EDUCATION: Education completed in foreign colleges or universities may be used to meet the requirements. You must show proof the education credentials have been deemed to be at least equivalent to that gained in conventional U.S. education program. It is your responsibility to provide such evidence when applying. For more information, visit https://sites.ed.gov/international/recognition-of-foreign-qualifications/.
Superior Academic Achievement is based on a bachelor's degree with one of the following:
Class standing -- Applicants must be in the upper third of the graduating class in the college, university, or major subdivision, such as the College of Liberal Arts or the School of Business Administration, based on completed courses.
Grade-point average (G.P.A.) -- Applicants must have a grade-point average of:
3.0 or higher out of a possible 4.0 ("B" or better) as recorded on their official transcript, or as computed based on 4 years of education, or as computed based on courses completed during the final 2 years of the curriculum; or
3.5 or higher out of a possible 4.0 ("B+" or better) based on the average of the required courses completed in the major field or the required courses in the major field completed during the final 2 years of the curriculum.
Election to membership in a national scholastic honor society -- Applicants can be considered eligible based on membership in one of the national scholastic honor societies recognized by the Association of College Honor Societies. Membership in a freshman honor society cannot be used to meet the requirements of this provision.
Additional information
Telework: This position has been designated as telework eligible and:
May include telework options and/or flexible work scheduling. These options may be requested once you have become an employee and you will be required to sign a Workplace Flexibilities Agreement that details remote or telework working conditions and expectations in accordance with the HHS Workplace Flexibilities Policy.
May be eligible for inclusion in the Bargaining Unit.The name of the union, local, and BU Codes will be provided upon selection.
May be required to work other than normal duty hours, to include evenings, weekends and/or holidays.
The Federal government, as the largest employer in the Nation, can and should show the way towards achieving drug-free workplaces through programs designed to offer drug users a helping hand, and at the same time demonstrating to drug users and potential drug users that drugs will not be tolerated in the Federal workplace if declared a drug-testing position. The use of illegal drugs, on or off duty, by Federal employees is inconsistent not only with the law-abiding behavior expected of all citizens, but also with the special trust placed in such employees as servants of the public.
A career with the U.S. government provides employees with a comprehensive benefits package. As a federal employee, you and your family will have access to a range of benefits that are designed to make your federal career very rewarding. Opens in a new windowLearn more about federal benefits.
Eligibility for benefits depends on the type of position you hold and whether your position is full-time, part-time or intermittent. Contact the hiring agency for more information on the specific benefits offered.
How you will be evaluated
You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above.
Additional selections may be made for similar positions across the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) within the local commuting area(s) of the location identified in this announcement. By applying, you agree to have your application shared with interested selecting official(s) at HHS. Clearance of CTAP/ICTAP will be applied for similar positions across HHS.
The utilization of shared certificates for additional selections within the same geographical area can be made from multiple Centers of the Center of Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) and Agency for Toxic Substance and Disease Registry (ATSDR).
This position is being filled through Direct Hire Authority for this occupation and is open to all US Citizens. Vacancies will be filled through OPM's Direct Hire Authority. Veterans' preference and traditional rating and ranking of applicants do not apply to positions filled under this announcement. All applicants who meet the minimum qualification requirements will be forwarded to the selecting official for consideration. Applications received as a result of job fairs, recruitment events, and emergency hiring mechanisms in support of this hiring initiative will also be accepted during the duration of the direct-hire authority.
Once the application process is complete, a review of the resume and supporting documentation will be made and compared against your responses to the assessment questionnaire to determine if you are qualified for this job. If, after reviewing your resume and/or supporting documentation, a determination is made that you have inflated your qualifications and/or experience, you may lose consideration for this position. Please follow all instructions carefully. Errors or omissions may affect your eligibility.
Promotion potential: Promotion to the next grade level is at management's discretion and is based on your meeting qualifications and time-in-grade requirements, demonstrated ability to perform the higher-level duties, the continuing need for the higher-level duties, and administrative approval. Promotion to the next grade level is not guaranteed and no promise of promotion is implied.
Career Transition Assistance Program (CTAP)/Interagency Career Transition Assistance Program (ICTAP): CTAP/ICTAP eligibles must meet all of the requirements outlined in the qualification section of this announcement in order to be considered "well qualified."
A career with the U.S. government provides employees with a comprehensive benefits package. As a federal employee, you and your family will have access to a range of benefits that are designed to make your federal career very rewarding. Opens in a new windowLearn more about federal benefits.
Eligibility for benefits depends on the type of position you hold and whether your position is full-time, part-time or intermittent. Contact the hiring agency for more information on the specific benefits offered.
2.Transcripts (if applicable) - You may submit an unofficial transcript. An official transcript from an accredited educational institution is required if you are selected.
3. Career Transition Assistance Plan (CTAP)/ Interagency Career Transition Assistance Plan (ICTAP):
Supporting documentation i.e., Reduction in Force (RIF) notice or Certificate of Expected Separation (CES), AND most recent:
Current annual performance appraisal
SF-50 (Notification of Personnel Action)
4. Current or Former Political Appointees: Agencies must seek prior approval from the Office of Personnel Management (OPM) before they can appoint a current or recent political appointee to a competitive or non-political excepted service position at any level under the provisions of title 5, United States Code. If you are currently, or have been within the last 5 years, a political Schedule A, Schedule C, or Non-career SES employee in the executive branch, you MUST disclose that to the Human Resources Office. Failure to disclose this information could result in disciplinary action including removal from Federal Service. Current or Former Political Appointees: Submit SF-50.
Failure to submit any of the above-mentioned required documents may result in loss of consideration due to an incomplete application package. It is your responsibility to ensure all required documents have been submitted.
Failure to provide all of the required information as stated in this vacancy announcement may result in an ineligible rating or may affect the overall rating.
To apply for this position, you must complete the online application and submit the documentation specified in the Required Documents section.
A complete application package must be submitted by 11:59 PM (EST) on the closing date, 09/30/2024, of this announcement to receive consideration.
To begin, click Apply to access the online application. You will need to be logged into your USAJOBS account to apply. If you do not have a USAJOBS account, you will need to create one before beginning the application.
Follow the prompts to select your résumé and/or other supporting documents to be included with your application package. You will have the opportunity to upload additional documents to include in your application before it is submitted. Your uploaded documents may take several hours to clear the virus scan process.
After acknowledging you have reviewed your application package, complete the Include Personal Information section as you deem appropriate and click to continue with the application process.
You will be taken to the online application which you must complete in order to apply for the position. Complete the online application, verify the required documentation is included with your application package, and submit the application.
To verify the status of your application, log into your USAJOBS account (https://my.usajobs.gov/Account/Login), all of your applications will appear on the Welcome screen. The Application Status will appear along with the date your application was last updated. For information on what each Application Status means, visit: https://www.usajobs.gov/Help/how-to/application/status/.
If you are unable to apply online:
Applicants external to CDC - Contact the CDC Helpdesk by phone (770) 488-1725 or email HRCS@CDC.GOV.
Applicants are strongly encouraged to apply online. Applying online, through your USAJOBS account, will expedite the application process and allow you to check your application. If you utilize the Alternate Application method, your USAJOBS account will not display this application or status updates related to this application.
Centers for Disease Control and Prevention-Direct Hire Authority
1600 Clifton Rd
Atlanta, GA 30333
US
Next steps
Once the online questionnaire is received you will receive an acknowledgement email that your submission was successful. The most highly qualified candidates will be referred to the hiring manager for further consideration and possible interview. We expect to make a selection within 45 days of the closing date of this announcement. You will receive notice via email once this process is completed (generally 4-6 weeks).
HHS has a critical preparedness and response mission: HHS protects the American people from health threats, researches emerging diseases, and mobilizes public health programs with domestic and international partners. In support of this mission, HHS offers its employees the opportunity to volunteer to become Federal Civilian Detailees and contribute their unique skills through voluntary temporary assignments to humanitarian emergencies or Departmental priorities countering new and emerging health, safety, and security threats.
The Federal hiring process is set up to be fair and transparent. Please read the following guidance.
2.Transcripts (if applicable) - You may submit an unofficial transcript. An official transcript from an accredited educational institution is required if you are selected.
3. Career Transition Assistance Plan (CTAP)/ Interagency Career Transition Assistance Plan (ICTAP):
Supporting documentation i.e., Reduction in Force (RIF) notice or Certificate of Expected Separation (CES), AND most recent:
Current annual performance appraisal
SF-50 (Notification of Personnel Action)
4. Current or Former Political Appointees: Agencies must seek prior approval from the Office of Personnel Management (OPM) before they can appoint a current or recent political appointee to a competitive or non-political excepted service position at any level under the provisions of title 5, United States Code. If you are currently, or have been within the last 5 years, a political Schedule A, Schedule C, or Non-career SES employee in the executive branch, you MUST disclose that to the Human Resources Office. Failure to disclose this information could result in disciplinary action including removal from Federal Service. Current or Former Political Appointees: Submit SF-50.
Failure to submit any of the above-mentioned required documents may result in loss of consideration due to an incomplete application package. It is your responsibility to ensure all required documents have been submitted.
Failure to provide all of the required information as stated in this vacancy announcement may result in an ineligible rating or may affect the overall rating.
To apply for this position, you must complete the online application and submit the documentation specified in the Required Documents section.
A complete application package must be submitted by 11:59 PM (EST) on the closing date, 09/30/2024, of this announcement to receive consideration.
To begin, click Apply to access the online application. You will need to be logged into your USAJOBS account to apply. If you do not have a USAJOBS account, you will need to create one before beginning the application.
Follow the prompts to select your résumé and/or other supporting documents to be included with your application package. You will have the opportunity to upload additional documents to include in your application before it is submitted. Your uploaded documents may take several hours to clear the virus scan process.
After acknowledging you have reviewed your application package, complete the Include Personal Information section as you deem appropriate and click to continue with the application process.
You will be taken to the online application which you must complete in order to apply for the position. Complete the online application, verify the required documentation is included with your application package, and submit the application.
To verify the status of your application, log into your USAJOBS account (https://my.usajobs.gov/Account/Login), all of your applications will appear on the Welcome screen. The Application Status will appear along with the date your application was last updated. For information on what each Application Status means, visit: https://www.usajobs.gov/Help/how-to/application/status/.
If you are unable to apply online:
Applicants external to CDC - Contact the CDC Helpdesk by phone (770) 488-1725 or email HRCS@CDC.GOV.
Applicants are strongly encouraged to apply online. Applying online, through your USAJOBS account, will expedite the application process and allow you to check your application. If you utilize the Alternate Application method, your USAJOBS account will not display this application or status updates related to this application.
Centers for Disease Control and Prevention-Direct Hire Authority
1600 Clifton Rd
Atlanta, GA 30333
US
Next steps
Once the online questionnaire is received you will receive an acknowledgement email that your submission was successful. The most highly qualified candidates will be referred to the hiring manager for further consideration and possible interview. We expect to make a selection within 45 days of the closing date of this announcement. You will receive notice via email once this process is completed (generally 4-6 weeks).
HHS has a critical preparedness and response mission: HHS protects the American people from health threats, researches emerging diseases, and mobilizes public health programs with domestic and international partners. In support of this mission, HHS offers its employees the opportunity to volunteer to become Federal Civilian Detailees and contribute their unique skills through voluntary temporary assignments to humanitarian emergencies or Departmental priorities countering new and emerging health, safety, and security threats.
Fair and transparent
The Federal hiring process is set up to be fair and transparent. Please read the following guidance.
