Supervisory Research Microbiologist

Quick Facts

• Hiring Agency: Centers for Disease Control and Prevention
• Department: Department of Health and Human Services
• Location: Atlanta, Georgia
• Salary: $156451 – $197200/yr
• Hiring Path: Fed Transition
• Number of Openings: Few
• Telework Eligible: Yes
• Security Clearance: Other
• Date Posted: 2026-10-02
• Application Deadline: 2026-10-08

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Job Summary

This position is located in the Department of Health and Human Services, National Center for Immunization and Respiratory Diseases, headquartered in Atlanta, Georgia. This announcement will close at 11:59 PM, on the day that 100 applications have been received or on the closing date, whichever is first.

Key Responsibilities

WHAT YOU'LL BE DOING DAY TO DAY As a Supervisory Research Microbiologist, you will: Conceives and directs major, multi-phase basic and applied research in a microbiological specialty area. Reviews experimental protocols, advises on the operational aspects of the studies and is responsible for review, appraisal and interpretation of final experimental results. Develops new and innovative research methods to attack highly complex fundamental issues.

Evaluates extramural research projects and recommends revisions, continuations or terminations as necessary. Prepares publications and presentations. Represents the agency on scientific committees.

Requirements & Education

Foreign Education: If you are using education completed in foreign colleges or universities to meet the qualification requirements, you must show that the education credentials have been evaluated by a private organization that specializes in interpretation of foreign education programs and such education has been deemed equivalent to that gained in an accredited U.S. education program; or full credit has been given for the courses at a U.S. accredited college or university.

For further information, visit: http://www.ed.gov. Note: Applications can be accepted from students who expect to complete qualifying education within 9 months from the date of application. Education was completed successfully before the applicant can be appointed.

Contact

ASKOHR@hhs.gov

Frequently Asked Questions

Which agency is hiring for this position?

This position is with Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, Department of Health and Human Services.

What is the salary for this position?

The posted pay range is $156451 – $197200/yr.

Is this position remote or telework eligible?

This position is eligible for telework.

What security clearance is required?

This position requires a Other security clearance.

What is the application deadline?

Applications close on 2026-10-08.

Who is eligible to apply?

This position is open under the 'Fed Transition' hiring path.

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