{"id":487616,"url":"https://alion.io/job/mpf-federal-senior-epidemiologist","title":"Senior Epidemiologist","company":{"id":4116,"name":"MPF Federal","domain":"mpffederal.com","url":"https://alion.io/company/mpf-federal","size_band":null,"is_staffing_agency":false,"employer_type":"direct","is_intermediary":false,"listed_via":null,"ats_vendor":"Workable","truth_index":null},"role":"HR","role_family":"HR","seniority":"senior","employment_type":null,"work_mode":"on_site","remote_scope":null,"remote_scope_basis":null,"remote_working_hours":null,"hiring_geo_confidence":"structured","locations":["San Diego, United States"],"countries":["US"],"hiring_countries":[],"hiring_countries_total":0,"salary":{"min":120000,"max":127000,"currency":"USD","period":"year","gross":null,"usd_annual":127000},"salary_estimate":null,"experience_years_min":null,"visa_sponsorship":false,"relocation_package":false,"has_equity":false,"technologies":[{"name":"Machine Learning","optional":false},{"name":"Microsoft Office","optional":false},{"name":"Power BI","optional":false},{"name":"Python","optional":false},{"name":"SAS","optional":false},{"name":"SQL","optional":false},{"name":"Stata","optional":false}],"status":"live","first_seen_at":"2026-09-04T00:00:00Z","employer_posted_date":"2026-09-04","last_verified_at":"2026-11-05T13:25:27Z","board_verified":true,"closed_at":null,"days_open":62,"trust":{"level":"ok","repost_count":null,"flags":[],"days_open":62},"description":"MPF is seeking an experienced, mission-driven, Senior Epidemiologist with substantial real-world, applied epidemiology experience to support Operational Infectious Diseases (OID) at Naval Health Research Center (NHRC) in San Diego, CA.\nCompensation: $120,000 - $127,000 annually\nNHRC focuses on military mission readiness through research and development that delivers high-value, high-impact solutions to health and readiness challenges facing service members. The OID Directorate contributes to this mission hands-on infectious disease surveillance, field-based clinical studies, and operational research and development in military settings. As a Senior Epidemiologist, you will join a multidisciplinary team of researchers and scientists that includes active-duty service members, federal civil servants, and contractors, all dedicated to NHRC’s vision of being the Department of War (DoW) premier operational health research center. This role is well-suited for a Senior Epidemiologist who thrives under pressure, is clear and effective in communicating findings with military and civilian partners and has proven track record of securing and managing funded, large-scale research studies.\nYou will lead and analyze epidemiologic studies that directly inform Force Health Protection (FHP) and operational decision-making, with emphasis on Enteric / Respiratory Surveillance, Wastewater-Based Biosurveillance (WBB), Outbreak/ Clinical Studies support, Diagnostic and Operational Epidemiological Studies.\nKey Responsibilities\nStudy Design & Implementation\nLead innovative surveillance initiatives, including but not limited to, Enteric/ Respiratory projects, Wastewater-Based Biosurveillance, genomic epidemiology, and the integration of diverse Real-World Data (RWD) sources. \nDesign and conduct epidemiological studies on infectious diseases impacting military readiness, including surveillance studies, outbreak investigations, and observational research in operational environments.\nDevelop and refine study protocols, sampling methodologies, and data collection tools to ensure high-quality, valid, and reproducible research outcomes.\nLead the implementation of epidemiological studies, coordinating effectively with research staff, field teams, command leadership, and external partners to meet timelines and deliverables.\nManage competing priorities and time-sensitive tasks in dynamic, high-pressure settings while maintaining scientific rigor and data integrity.\nData Collection & Analysis\nCollect, manage, and oversee complex datasets from surveillance systems, clinical encounters, and field studies, ensuring data quality, accuracy, and compliance with regulatory and DoW standards.\nPerform and lead advanced statistical analysis and machine learning analysis to assess disease patterns, risk factors, and the impact of preventive measures relevant to military operations.\nDevelop and apply novel analytical methods, including Artificial Intelligence (AI) and predictive modeling, to enhance surveillance and outbreak detection capabilities. \nUse epidemiological and statistical software tools (e.g., SAS, R, Python, STATA, SQL, REDCap, Excel [advanced], Power BI) to conduct analyses, visualize data, and interpret findings.\nMonitor disease trends and provide timely, actionable insights to leadership and stakeholders to guide operational health decisions, policy development, and resource allocation.\nCommunication, Reporting & Dissemination\nPrepare clear, concise research reports, manuscripts, and presentations that summarize study findings for peer-reviewed publications, military briefings, and scientific conferences.\nCommunicate complex epidemiological concepts, study results, and operational implications to diverse audiences, including military leadership, public health officials, clinicians, and scientific peers.\nEngage in open, transparent communication with stakeholders, providing regular status updates, risk assessments, and recommendations.\nContributes to grant writing and funding proposals, leveraging epidemiological expertise in study design, feasibility, and impact to secure and maintain external funding.\nPublic Health Surveillance & Outbreak Response\nLead the design, implementation, and continuous improvement of infectious disease surveillance systems tailored to military and deployed populations.\nParticipate in outbreak investigations, collaborating with local, national, and military health authorities to identify sources, characterize transmission, and recommend control measures.\nAnalyze surveillance data to monitor disease incidence, identify emerging threats, and inform rapid response strategies for force health protection.\nProvide epidemiological guidance during urgent public health events, balancing operational demands with scientific and regulatory requirements\nCollaboration & Research Leadership\nWork closely with interdisciplinary teams, including microbiologists, immunologists, bioinformaticians, clinicians, and operational planners, to integrate epidemiological research into broader studies and mission planning.\nCoordinate with external collaborators, including academic institutions, government agencies, and international partners, to advance joint research initiatives and multi-site studies.\nProvide epidemiological expertise to support the development and evaluation of prevention strategies, vaccines, diagnostics, and therapeutic interventions relevant to military populations.\nRequirements\nMinimum Qualifications (Required)\nMaster’s degree (MPH, MSPH) in Epidemiology, Biostatistics, Public Health, or related field with 5+ years of relevant experience; or a PhD in Epidemiology or related field with 1-3 years of experience conducting epidemiologic surveillance and research.\nDemonstrated experience in applying advanced analytical techniques, such as machine learning or artificial intelligence, to epidemiological or biological datasets. \nAt least 5 years of proven experience in infectious disease surveillance and epidemiologic analysis, ideally with operational or field-based components.\nDemonstrated experience working with data management and quality assurance for large, complex datasets (5+ years).\nProficiency in statistical software and epidemiological analysis tools (e.g., SAS, R, STATA, SQL, REDCap, Excel [advanced], Power BI, data visualization tools, and Microsoft Office).\nStrong understanding of study design principles, including cohort studies, case-control studies, and randomized controlled trials.\nStrong attention to detail, with a track record of maintaining high standards in documentation, data quality, and compliance.\nHands-on experience with outbreak investigations, case definitions, incidence and prevalence calculations, trend analysis, risk factor analysis, epidemiologic design, and public health reporting.\nFamiliarity with infectious diseases of military relevance, such as influenza, dengue, malaria, acute gastroenteritis pathogens, respiratory viruses, and antibiotic-resistant organisms.\nExperience designing, managing and implementing surveillance protocols and operational health research projects.\nProven track record of securing and managing large-scale, externally funded research projects (e.g., federal DoW) as a Principal Investigator, with direct responsibility for budgets, timelines and deliverables. \nExperience working with multidisciplinary teams that include both military and civilian personnel, with demonstrated ability to collaborate and build trust in structured, hierarchical environments.\nExcellent analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to translate complex data sets into clear, actionable insights for decision-makers.\nStrong written and oral communication skills, with demonstrated ability to present findings clearly to both scientific and non-scientific audiences, including senior military leadership.\nProven ability to maintain composure and effectiveness under pressure, manage urgent tasks and competing priorities, and meet deadlines in fast-paced settings.\nHistory of scientific publications or technical reports in epidemiology, infectious disease, or public health.\nDemonstrated project management skills, including planning, tracking milestones, risk management, and stakeholder communication.\nExperience working with federal agencies such as VA, CDC, DoD, Navy, or other federal research or public health organizations.\nU.S. citizenship and the ability to obtain and maintain a T3/Secret Clearance.\nPreferred Qualifications\nPrior military experience (service, deployment, or direct support to military units) or significant experience in a military, government, or public health research environment.\nExperience serving on scientific review boards or in an advisory capacity for national or internation health organization (e.g. NATO, WHO).\nDemonstrated leadership in binational or international public health collaborators. \nExperience contributing to competitive grant proposals and participating in funded research studies.\nExperience engaging with leadership, presenting operational health findings, and contributing to policy or guideline development.\nExperience supporting multi-site or international studies and collaborations involving military or government partners.\nIf you are an experienced epidemiologist who can operate confidently in high-stakes environments, communicate openly and effectively with military and civilian stakeholders, and lead funded, large-scale research that protects the health and readiness of U.S. forces, we encourage you to apply.\nBenefits\nMPF Federal is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability. 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