Portfolio Manager/Epidemiologist

Cherokee Federal•Silver Spring, MD

23h

About The Position

As required by our governmental client, this position requires being a US Citizen AND an active Secret clearance or the ability to obtain a Secret clearance to be considered. The Portfolio Manager/Epidemiologist will support programmatic and epidemiological activities focused on wastewater-based biosurveillance of infectious disease pathogens and provide cross-support for genomic surveillance of novel and emerging pathogens within the Global Emerging Infections Surveillance (GEIS) Network. Collaborating closely with the Science Advisor and Senior Molecular Epidemiologist, this role will manage and coordinate key activities within the Wastewater-based Biosurveillance Focus Area. The ideal candidate will possess a strong epidemiological background, experience in tracking programmatic elements related to infectious disease surveillance, and a working knowledge of laboratory methods relevant to environmental surveillance technologies and diagnostics.

Requirements

Master’s degree (MPH, MSPH, MSc, or related) with at least 3-5 years of public health experience.
Project and portfolio management experience required.
Experience with environmental surveillance laboratory methods is essential.
Proficiency in analytic and visualization tools (ArcGIS or Tableau)
Strong organizational skills and an eye for detail in reviewing complex data.
Excellent communication skills, both oral and written.
Ability to lead data-driven projects and adapt to evolving program needs.
Collaborative mindset suitable for a fast-paced team environment.
Must pass pre-employment qualifications of Cherokee Federal.
Must be a US Citizen AND possess an active Secret clearance or be able to obtain one.

Nice To Haves

DoD client experience preferred.

Responsibilities

Manage portfolio elements, including proposal and budget reviews, progress tracking, monthly data reviews, and routine briefing updates.
Provide programmatic support for various internal and external wastewater-based surveillance efforts.
Support the Science Advisor in expanding the environmental and wastewater surveillance aspects of the program’s One Health initiative.
Contribute to strategizing infectious disease laboratory initiatives within the GEIS Program.
Engage regularly with GEIS partner organizations, both in the U.S. and overseas, to facilitate project goals and updates.
Conduct ongoing evaluations of GEIS-funded activities at partner labs, including site visits and conference attendance as needed.
Develop reference materials for wastewater activities, such as geographic laydowns and review board rosters.
Stay current on epidemiology and genomic epidemiology advances to integrate relevant developments into the program.
Maintain awareness of relevant external policies and literature from the CDC, WHO, and other organizations.
Assist in developing and executing the program’s overall strategy for biosurveillance.
Compile and review programmatic and data reports from GEIS partners, ensuring consistency and accuracy.
Monitor and evaluate ongoing projects to ensure milestones and quality performance are met.
Collaborate with domestic and international partners to maintain high standards and support various infectious disease surveillance initiatives.
Act as a subject matter expert on laboratory pathogen detection and diagnostic platforms.
Design and conduct epidemiological analyses to support GEIS and its funded partners.
Ensure that all projects align strategically and operationally with Force Health Protection (FHP) goals.
Develop and track performance measures using appropriate program objectives and indicators.
Performs other job-related duties as assigned.