CDC Steven M. Teutsch Prevention Effectiveness (PE) Fellowship 2026

The CDC Steven M. Teutsch Prevention Effectiveness (PE) Fellowship 2026 is a competitive, paid, two-year postdoctoral research fellowship offered by the United States Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). The fellowship trains early-career scientists in decision science, economic evaluation, and quantitative methods to inform public health policy and practice.

Fellows are primarily placed at CDC headquarters in Atlanta, Georgia, though some placements may occur at other public health agencies across the United States.

Fellowship Benefits

• Full-time paid fellowship at GS-12, Step 3 salary level
• Federal employee benefits including health insurance and paid leave
• Potential salary increase after the first year based on performance
• Hands-on research experience at the CDC or partner public health agencies

Note: Fellows are responsible for their own relocation expenses.

Who Can Apply

• Postdoctoral researchers with strong quantitative backgrounds
• Applicants interested in public health decision-making and prevention effectiveness
• Researchers seeking applied experience in policy-relevant health analysis

Fellowship Tracks

Traditional Track

Applicants must hold a PhD (or equivalent) in a quantitative or health-related discipline, such as:

• Economics or agricultural economics
• Health services research
• Public health
• Other closely related quantitative fields

Analytics and Modeling Track

Applicants must hold a PhD (or equivalent) in fields including, but not limited to:

• Epidemiology
• Infectious disease modeling
• Disease ecology
• Applied mathematics
• Operations research or industrial engineering
• Biological or data sciences

Eligibility Requirements

• PhD (or equivalent) completed before the fellowship start date
• Strong research, methodological, and data analysis skills
• Evidence of publication record or strong publication potential
• Excellent letters of recommendation and personal statement

Work Authorization

• U.S. citizens
• U.S. permanent residents
• F-1 visa holders with valid OPT and EAD for the entire first year
• F-1 applicants must have STEM OPT eligibility

How to Apply

1. Complete the official online fellowship application
2. Submit academic transcripts and curriculum vitae (CV)
3. Provide letters of recommendation
4. Include a personal statement outlining research interests and career goals

Selection Criteria

• Academic preparedness and research training
• Research and professional experience
• Publication record or publication potential
• Quantitative, methodological, and data skills
• Clarity of career goals and motivation

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Is the CDC PE Fellowship paid?

Yes. Fellows are paid at the federal GS-12, Step 3 level and receive full employee benefits.

How long is the fellowship?

The fellowship is a two-year, full-time postdoctoral program.

Where are fellows placed?

Most fellows work at CDC headquarters in Atlanta, Georgia, though some placements may be in other U.S. locations.

Can international applicants apply?

Yes. Applicants with U.S. permanent residency or valid F-1 OPT with STEM eligibility may apply.

What is the application deadline?

The deadline to apply is January 9, 2026.