Global Infectious Disease Careers
Georgetown University’s Global Infectious Disease program graduates have many career options following graduation. Our graduates get hired: Nearly all of our 2025 M.S. in Global Infectious Disease graduates found employment within six months of graduation.
Why Choose a Global Infectious Disease Career?
Infectious Disease intersects with every facet of our society. More than ever, public, philanthropic, and private-sector employers need professionals with skills in infectious disease prevention and control, outbreak/pandemic response and management.
Graduates of Georgetown University’s Global Infectious Disease Master’s and PhD programs are well-equipped to fill those roles. Learn more about today’s global infectious disease challenges .
Career Options for Global Infectious Disease Program Graduates
Graduates of our master’s and PhD programs enter a variety of fields, including:
- Data Modeling
- Science Policy
- Biomedical and Social-Behavioral Research
- Public Health Advocacy
- Program Management and Implementation
- Technical Advising
Where Global Infectious Disease Program Graduates Work
Graduates of our Master’s and PhD programs have found employment with organizations such as:
- Global Health NGOs
- Nonprofits
- Pharmaceutical industry
- Advocacy
- Consulting firms
- Government public health agencies
Career Outcomes for Our 2025 Global Infectious Disease Program Master’s Students
Employment by Sector
Explore More M.S. in Global Infectious Disease Program Outcomes
Master of Science in Global Infectious Disease 2025 Employment Report
What Our Alumni Say
“The duality of this degree allowed me to study my passions, while also making me a desirable candidate for my current role.” — Ariyand Aminpour, M.S. in Global Infectious Disease 2022
