Master of Science in Global Infectious Disease 2026 Employment Report
“As the world progresses through the postpandemic era, the global health landscape is rapidly evolving. By emphasizing issues of spatial and temporal significance and integrating science, data, and policy, the M.S. Global Infectious Disease program equips graduates with practiceready skills to drive this transformation and contribute immediately to the organizations they join. With exceptional expertise in using data and evidence to inform health policy, our alumni continue to make a meaningful impact across the global health space.”
Babatunji Oni, MD (MBBS), MBA, MSc Program Director Senior Program Director, Center for Global Health Practice and Impact (CGHPI) at Georgetown University
91% of alumni find employment or continue their education within 6 months
Data from May 2022 - June 2026
Employment spans across a variety of industries including government, NGOs/non-profits, health, consulting, and research.
Government
NGOs/NonProfit
Health
Consulting
Research
89% of alumni found jobs within the DMV (DC, Maryland, Virginia) area after graduation. Other locations include Massachusetts, United Kingdom, Malawi, and Brazil.
Top Industries for Alumni Employment Higher Education - 10.5% Research Centers, Administration, etc.
Furthering Education - 13.2% Ph.D., M.D., J.D., D.V.M. etc.
Job titles include: Consulting - 5.3%
Global Health Security Analyst AVMA/AAAS Congressional Science Fellow
Government - 26.3% Local, State, Federal or Foreign
Senior Research Associate Study Coordinator II Research Program Coordinator
NGOs/Non-Profits (Non-Gov’t Orgs)
Health Sector - 18.4%
26.3%
Clinical Practice, Research, Admin, Technology
Seth Epling - Class of 2023 Medical Student, University of Vermont
“The M.S. in Global Infectious Disease program opened doors to career paths I didn’t even know existed. I entered the program with broad interests in infectious disease and the translation of scientific research into policy, but the curriculum and mentorship helped me refine those interests into concrete goals. The program also connected me with professionals across diverse fields, which helped my decision to pursue medicine. Through the Global Health Institute Fellowship with Dr. Margaret Baker, I also developed a strong passion for health care access which is something that continues to shape my education and long-term career plans.”
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Learn from Experts Margaret Baker,
Matthew Kavanagh,
PhD, MSc
PhD, MA, MEd
Associate Professor & Director of the IN Lab
Associate Professor & Director of Center for Global Health Policy & Politics
John Quattrochi,
Felice Apter,
ScD
PhD
Associate Professor, Dept. of Global Health
Adjunct Professor, Dept. of Global Health
Shweta Bansal,
Vincent Turbat,
PhD, MS
PhD, DES
Professor, Dept. of Biology
Associate Professor, Dept.of Global Health
Katherine Robsky,
Rebecca Katz,
Ph.D, MPH
PhD, MPH
Assistant Professor & Lead for Epidemiology, Surveillance and Data Science at CGHPI
Professor & Director for Center of Global Health Science & Security
The Global Infectious Disease Master’s Program curriculum will equip students with a strong academic foundation and interdisciplinary training in infectious disease. Students will explore the many ways that practitioners are approaching global infectious disease problems, through disciplines like epidemiology, mathematical modeling and diplomacy to advance health outcomes. By choosing their concentration, electives and extracurricular activities, they can align the Global Infectious Disease program with their specific interests, developing the skills needed to pursue their passion and make a positive impact in the field of infectious disease.
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