Senior Research Manager, Polio (Polio)

Location: Seattle, Washington, United States; international and domestic travel up to 20%.

Salary: $262,200–$406,400 USD annually in Seattle and Washington, D.C.; the general range is $238,400–$369,400 USD annually.

Company

hirify.global is a global nonprofit focused on reducing poverty, disease, and inequity, with the Institute for Disease Modeling supporting infectious-disease eradication through computational research.

What you will do

• Develop a forward-looking polio modeling strategy with IDM leadership, the polio program strategy team, and regional country offices.
• Build and manage a portfolio of modeling projects responsive to scientific advances, program products, and changing eradication priorities.
• Lead dynamical and statistical modeling approaches to assess interventions, transmission reduction, disease impact, and maintenance of elimination.
• Design studies to measure the impact of polio programs on disease and transmission.
• Coordinate interdisciplinary work across IDM research pillars and Foundation teams to deliver actionable analytical insights.
• Manage direct reports, project portfolios, research reviews, and collaborative working practices.

Requirements

• PhD in infectious-disease dynamical or statistical modeling, epidemiology, polio-relevant immuno-epidemiology, vaccinology, or a similar field.
• Demonstrated success in complex, multidisciplinary research environments and in translating modeling results into public-health policy impact.
• Advanced knowledge of dynamical models, statistical techniques, spatial analytics, advanced coding, and AI capabilities.
• Experience managing analytical workflows, teams, and multiple projects in a public-health context.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to work effectively across technical, cultural, language, and geographic barriers.
• Must have unrestricted work authorization in the United States; immigration-related sponsorship is not provided.

Culture & Benefits

• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage with no premiums.
• Generous paid time off, paid family leave, regional holidays, and foundation-paid retirement contributions.
• Opportunities to participate in employee communities within an inclusive and diverse workplace.
• Employment is contingent on successfully completing a background check.
• Candidate accommodations are available throughout the hiring and interview process.