Senior Scientist

Responsibilities

Noblis is seeking a highly motivated Senior Scientist to address infectious disease threat analysis and medical planning for the Department of Homeland Security (DHS).

If you are interested in this exciting opportunity to help develop and advance DHS’s capabilities in the threat detection and response space, we are actively seeking to identify personnel to join our team of talented professionals who possess the experience, vision, commitment and integrity to successfully support the mission. Responsibilities include:

Technical writing and crafting of analytical products on medical preparedness and planning for workforce health protection, and public health threats including infectious disease events.

Planning development for high-consequence events that could impact public health or DHS operations.

Logistics support for medical- and public health- related activities.

Technical review of reports and other products on public health related topics.

Briefing CWMD federal staff, interagency partners and other stakeholders on biological events of interest including planning and response activities.

Innovating around new processes and products to enhance medical operations, public health response activities and threat recognition.

Data analyses of infectious disease activity to investigate key characteristics and other information targets designated by the government.

Epidemiological support to infectious disease preparedness and response activities.

All applicants must be able to work on-site in a Washington D.C. location at least a few days a week, or as required by the government client.

Required Qualifications

Active SECRET clearance.

Ability to obtain Department of Homeland Security suitability.

Master’s degree in public health, epidemiology, or related field.

At least 10 years of relevant professional experience to the responsibilities described for this role.

Ability to work onsite at government designated offices, including Washington D.C., multiple times per week, or as required by the government client.

Well organized, critical thinker, exceptional customer service skills for engaging with federal government clients.

Ability to work tasks autonomously and follow through to completion.

Ability to multi-task and respond to quick turn-around requests.

Competence to function efficiently in a fast-paced, demanding work environment focused on improving health security and threat recognition.

Desired Qualifications

Previous professional work with federal, state and/or local governments entities.

Demonstrated knowledge of health security, public health, and workforce protection.

Previous professional experience as a medical planner and/or epidemiologist working with the U.S. government.

Overview

Overview

Noblis and our wholly owned subsidiaries, Noblis ESI and Noblis MSD, take on some of the nation’s toughest challenges, delivering advanced solutions to our customers’ most critical missions. We bring together leading scientific, engineering, and management expertise in a culture grounded in objectivity and collaboration, ensuring our work creates lasting impact across federal missions.

We work with a broad range of government agencies in the defense, intelligence, and federal civilian sectors. Learn more and find opportunities at careers.noblis.org

Why Work at Noblis

At Noblis, we share a passion for excellence and innovation, and we create an environment where people can do meaningful work while maintaining the balance that keeps them energized and fulfilled. We seek out individuals with a natural curiosity and desire to collaborate and learn. We believe our people are our greatest strength, and we consistently seek exceptionally skilled, mission‑driven professionals who care deeply about doing work that enriches lives and makes our nation safer.

Noblis has earned numerous workplace awards for our culture, our commitment to employee well‑being, and our dedication to meaningful, impactful work. We also maintain a drug‑free workplace.

Remote/hybrid status is subject to change based on Noblis and/or government requirements.

Commitment to Non-Discrimination

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, ethnicity, sex, age, national origin, religion, physical or mental disability, pregnancy/childbirth and related medical conditions, veteran or military status, or any other characteristics protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and/or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact us .

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Total Rewards

At Noblis we recognize and reward your contributions, provide you with growth opportunities, and support your total well-being. Our offerings include health, life, disability, financial, and retirement benefits, as well as paid leave, professional development, tuition assistance, and work-life programs. Our award programs acknowledge employees for exceptional performance and superior demonstration of our service standards. Full-time and part-time employees working at least 20 hours a week on a regular basis are eligible to participate in our benefit programs. Other offerings may be provided for employees not within this category. We encourage you to learn more about our total benefits by visiting the Benefits page on our Careers site.

Compensation at Noblis is determined by various factors, including but not limited to, the combination of education, certifications, knowledge, skills, competencies, and experience, internal and external equity, location, clearance level, as well as contract-specific affordability, organizational requirements and applicable employment laws. The projected compensation range for this position is based on full time status. For part time or on-call staff, compensation is proportionately adjusted based on hours worked. While monetary compensation is important, it's just one component of Noblis’ total compensation package.

Posted Salary Range

USD $127,100.00 - USD $198,575.00 /Yr.

Noblis is seeking a highly motivated Senior Scientist to address infectious disease threat analysis and medical planning for the Department of Homeland Security (DHS).

If you are interested in this exciting opportunity to help develop and advance DHS’s capabilities in the threat detection and response space, we are actively seeking to identify personnel to join our team of talented professionals who possess the experience, vision, commitment and integrity to successfully support the mission. Responsibilities include:

Technical writing and crafting of analytical products on medical preparedness and planning for workforce health protection, and public health threats including infectious disease events.

Planning development for high-consequence events that could impact public health or DHS operations.

Logistics support for medical- and public health- related activities.

Technical review of reports and other products on public health related topics.

Briefing CWMD federal staff, interagency partners and other stakeholders on biological events of interest including planning and response activities.

Innovating around new processes and products to enhance medical operations, public health response activities and threat recognition.

Data analyses of infectious disease activity to investigate key characteristics and other information targets designated by the government.

Epidemiological support to infectious disease preparedness and response activities.

All applicants must be able to work on-site in a Washington D.C. location at least a few days a week, or as required by the government client.

Active SECRET clearance.

Ability to obtain Department of Homeland Security suitability.

Master’s degree in public health, epidemiology, or related field.

At least 10 years of relevant professional experience to the responsibilities described for this role.

Ability to work onsite at government designated offices, including Washington D.C., multiple times per week, or as required by the government client.

Well organized, critical thinker, exceptional customer service skills for engaging with federal government clients.

Ability to work tasks autonomously and follow through to completion.

Ability to multi-task and respond to quick turn-around requests.

Competence to function efficiently in a fast-paced, demanding work environment focused on improving health security and threat recognition.