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Centers for Disease Control and Prevention

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  • Job
    Full-time
    Junior Level
  • Science
    Healthcare
  • Atlanta

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  • You must have a degree in biological sciences or related fields, or a combination of education and experience. For GS-09, one year of relevant experience or 2 years of grad education is needed.
  • You will support public health initiatives, respond to emergencies, and sustain vital programs while leveraging your expertise in biology to contribute to CDC’s mission of protecting public health.

Requirements

  • Qualifications
  • All qualification requirements must be met by the closing date of the announcement.
  • Basic Qualifications:
  • Education: Have a degree in biological sciences, agriculture, natural resource management, chemistry, or related disciplines appropriate to the position.
  • OR Combination of education and experience: Have a combination of education and experience: Courses equivalent to a major, as shown above, plus appropriate experience or additional education.
  • Minimum Qualifications GS-09:
  • To qualify at the GS-09 grade level, you must have at least one year of specialized experience at or equivalent to the GS-07 grade level, which must include the following experience: identifying and characterizing biological agents; calibrating and operating laboratory instruments; and conducting and monitoring specialized biological tests.
  • OR Education: Have completed 2 years of progressively higher level graduate education leading to a master's degree or master's or equivalent graduate degree that is directly related to the duties of the position.
  • OR Combination of education and experience: Have a combination of specialized experience and graduate level education that meets 100% of the qualification requirements for this position.
  • 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). Volunteer work

Responsibilities

  • 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

FAQs

What are the educational qualifications required for the Biologist position?

You must have a degree in biological sciences, agriculture, natural resource management, chemistry, or related disciplines appropriate to the position, or a combination of education and experience.

What experience is necessary to qualify for the GS-09 level?

You need at least one year of specialized experience at or equivalent to the GS-07 grade level, which includes identifying and characterizing biological agents, calibrating and operating laboratory instruments, and conducting and monitoring specialized biological tests.

Is there a possibility for promotion in this role?

Yes, there is a promotion potential, but it is at management's discretion and is based on several factors including qualifications, time-in-grade requirements, demonstrated ability to perform higher-level duties, and administrative approval.

Can volunteer work be counted towards the experience requirement?

Yes, volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge, and skills and can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment.

What is CDC's mission?

CDC's mission is to protect the public's health by using science to combat diseases, support public health programs, and respond to health threats both domestically and internationally.

How does the CDC respond to public health emergencies?

The CDC utilizes its 24/7 Emergency Operations Center (EOC), combining highly trained experts, established processes, and advanced technology to coordinate resources and information in response to emergencies worldwide.

Is there a combination of education and experience that can fulfill the qualification requirements?

Yes, a combination of specialized experience and graduate-level education that meets 100% of the qualification requirements is acceptable.

What kind of opportunities does CDC offer?

CDC offers exciting and dynamic opportunities in public health that have a global impact.

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Centers for Disease Control and Prevention

Government
Industry
10,001+
Employees
1946
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Mission & Purpose

CDC works 24/7 keeping America safe from health, safety and security threats, both foreign and domestic. Whether diseases start at home or abroad, are chronic or acute, curable or preventable, human error or deliberate attack, CDC fights it and supports communities and citizens to prevent it. CDC is the nation’s health protection agency - saving lives, protecting people from health threats, and saving money through prevention.

Benefits

  • Incentives And Awards

    Periodic performance-based pay adjustments (within grade/step increases) Cost of Living Allowances (COLA) Special salary rates for selected positions Recruitment and relocation incentives Employee recognition through Incentive Awards Program * Incentives and awards are not guaranteed.

  • 11 Paid Holidays

    New Year’s Day Birthday of Martin Luther King, Jr. President’s Day Memorial Day Juneteenth National Independence Day Independence Day Labor Day Columbus Day Veterans Day Thanksgiving Christmas

  • Vacation, Personal, Sick, and Other Leave Programs

    13 days of sick leave per year (4 hours accrued per pay period) Annual leave days per year for vacation or other personal use: 13 days per year for 0-2 years of federal service (4 hours accrued per pay period) 20 days per year for 3-14 years of federal service (6 hours accrued per pay period) 26 days per year for 15+ years of federal service (8 hours accrued per pay period) Family-Friendly Leave Policies, with flexibility for events such as birth or adoption of a child, care of a sick family member, or care of yourself in response to a serious health condition or emergency.

  • Employee Assistance and Referral Programs

    Employees and their immediate family members have access to confidential, professional counseling and referral services to help them manage life events (e.g., legal matters, finances, education, family matters, etc.)

  • Telework / Telecommute Programs

    Designed for qualified persons in telework-eligible positions, to work from home on a recurring basis (up to 2 days a week) or non-recurring basis under special circumstances.

  • Continuing Education And Professional Development

    Innovative in-house training programs through CDC University Opportunity for external training (with approval and if funds are available) Extensive library of online courses and resources available 24×7

  • Comprehensive Medical Benefits

    Coverage available for employees, their spouses, and their dependent children under age 26 Many options, including fee-for-service or HMO plans with costs shared by the government. (The government pays a substantial amount of the premium cost and the employee’s portion is paid through payroll deduction.) Medical examination is not required to obtain coverage No restrictions due to age, current health, or pre-existing medical condition Premiums as well as out-of-pocket costs can be paid with pre-tax dollars

  • Retirement Benefits

    Thrift Savings Plan, a 401(k)-type plan with choice of investment funds and government matching contributions up to 5% May be eligible for a defined benefit (based on years of employment and salary history) More information on the federal retirement plan is available at OPM’s retirement website.

  • Life Insurance

    Group term life insurance Optional additional benefits More information on the federal life insurance program is available at OPM’s Life Insurance website.

  • Child Care

    Child care providers on or near the work site Child care tuition subsidy provided for lower-income employees

  • Lactation Support

    The nationwide Lactation Support Program provides breastfeeding education, lactation support services, return-to-work consults, worksite lactation rooms (with hospital-grade breast pumps), and other resources for expectant and nursing mothers.

  • Flexible Spending

    The federal flexible spending account (FSA) is a pre-tax benefits program that allows you to set aside pre-tax dollars for qualifying medical, child care, or adult care expenses. Health Care FSA to set aside up to 2,500 per covered employee in pre-tax dollars for out-of-pocket medical expenses and other benefits not covered by your health plan Dependent Care FSA to set aside up to 5,000 in pre-tax dollars to cover daycare or other expenses related to the care of a child or qualifying dependent adult Health Care FSA to set aside up to 2,500 per covered employee in pre-tax dollars for out-of-pocket medical expenses and other benefits not covered by your health plan More information on FSAs account is available at OPM’s Flexible Spending Accounts website.

  • Flexible Work Schedules

    Several options are available, some of which allow you to adjust your work hours to take a day off each pay period or, vary your daily arrival and departure times. Credit Time to earn time off in exchange for extra hours worked (requires approval).

  • Wellness and Fitness

    Innovative wellness programs Fitness centers and nutrition counseling Elder care and parenting support groups Eligibility for membership in the CDC Federal Credit Union Confidential referrals, resources, and professional counseling services for employees and qualified family members who may be facing personal or work-related problems

  • Community Subsidy Programs

    Our GO!Card® Program allows reimbursement for use of public transportation (monthly maximum applies).