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APHL-CDC COVID-19 Laboratory Associate-Bioinformatician

Posted on: November 9, 2020 Apply Now
Full-Time, Internships, Local Jobs, Part-Time Expires August 1, 2021

Hiring multiple, temporary positions. Master’s or doctoral degree in bioinformatics or a related discipline required. Multiple locations.

COVID-19 Laboratory Associates use and expand their skill set while assisting public health laboratories with the COVID-19 pandemic response. Positions are temporary (6-8 months), full-time appointments and will allow you to gain valuable experience while networking with scientists on the front lines of public health. Some laboratories are specifically seeking master’s- and doctoral-level bioinformaticians for associate positions to develop pipelines and analyze COVID-19 sequencing data.

Associates work in local and state public health laboratories through­out the US and its territories and work on critical projects related to COVID-19 response. Appropriate on the job training is provided as needed. Associates fill critical roles building bioinformatics solutions to enable laboratory information sys­tems to store and report COVID-19 test results.

Benefits:

  • Stipend ($60,000-$67,000/year for master’s level, $67,000/year for doctoral-level)
  • $500/month allowance for required health insurance
  • Relocation assistance
  • Professional development allowance
  • Student membership to APHL
  • Access to distance-based learning activities to achieve proficiency in select public health laboratory core competencies

Education/Experience:

  • Varies depending on needs of host laboratories. Minimum master’s degree. Some appointments may require advanced degree(s) and specific laboratory skills and experience.

Application Requirements:

  • Narrative statement;
  • Resume or CV;
  • Three (3) references for letters of recommendation;
  • Transcripts from all degree-granting institutions;
  • Proof of US citizenship or permanent residency.

Eligibility and Requirements:

  • Applicants must be US citizens or permanent residents.
  • Applicants must have completed degree requirements prior to starting the program
  • Applicants are accepted on a rolling basis and must be submitted online.

Work Location: US state, local, and territorial public health laboratories

For online application and more information, click the external application link on Handshake.

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