AI/ML Public Health Data Scientist

Job Family:

Data Science Consulting

Travel Required:

Up to 10%

Clearance Required:

Ability to Obtain Public Trust

What You Will Do:

• Develop, deploy, and optimize AI/ML models to support CDC’s mission in public health.
• Conduct advanced data wrangling, statistical analysis, and predictive modeling across large-scale public health datasets.
• Apply natural language processing (NLP), deep learning, and data mining to improve surveillance of opioid use, firearm injuries, and other NCIPC priority areas.
• Collaborate with epidemiologists, public health experts, and policy analysts to translate AI findings into actionable insights.
• Supporting development and implementation of data processing pipelines (e.g., ETL) and visualizations to support real-time data analysis and reporting.
• Support cloud-based analytics environments (e.g., AWS, Azure, or GCP) for scalable AI solutions.
• Author and present technical reports, peer-reviewed publications, and presentations for CDC stakeholders.
• Ensure compliance with CDC data governance, privacy, and security protocols.

What You Will Need:

• Master’s degree is required
• Minimum TWO (2) years of experience in data science, with demonstrated expertise in AI/ML applications for health or public sector programs.
• Proficiency in Python, R, and SQL, with hands-on experience using libraries such as TensorFlow, PyTorch, Scikit-learn, and NLP frameworks.
• Experience with Palantir 1CDP
• Demonstrated experience with big data tools (e.g., Spark, Hadoop) and cloud platforms.
• Strong background in statistical modeling, causal inference, and predictive analytics.
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to convey technical findings to non-technical audiences.
• Prior experience supporting CDC, NIH, or other federal public health agencies.

What Would Be Nice To Have:

• Familiarity with CDC NCIPC mission areas including injury prevention, opioid response, and firearm safety research.
• Experience working with injury public health datasets (e.g., BRFSS, NVDRS, hospital discharge data, opioid surveillance systems).
• Knowledge of federal health IT standards, data privacy (HIPAA, FISMA), and security frameworks.
• Prior consultancy experience

What We Offer:

Guidehouse offers a comprehensive, total rewards package that includes competitive compensation and a flexible benefits package that reflects our commitment to creating a diverse and supportive workplace.

Benefits include:

• Medical, Rx, Dental & Vision Insurance

• Personal and Family Sick Time & Company Paid Holidays

• Position may be eligible for a discretionary variable incentive bonus

• Parental Leave and Adoption Assistance

• 401(k) Retirement Plan

• Basic Life & Supplemental Life

• Health Savings Account, Dental/Vision & Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts

• Short-Term & Long-Term Disability

• Student Loan PayDown

• Tuition Reimbursement, Personal Development & Learning Opportunities

• Skills Development & Certifications

• Employee Referral Program

• Corporate Sponsored Events & Community Outreach

• Emergency Back-Up Childcare Program

• Mobility Stipend

About Guidehouse

Guidehouse is an Equal Opportunity Employer–Protected Veterans, Individuals with Disabilities or any other basis protected by law, ordinance, or regulation.

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