Solicitation of Nominations for Appointment to the Board of Scientific Counselors (BSC), Office of Infectious Diseases (OID)

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) is seeking nominations for membership on the BSC, OID. The BSC, OID, consists of 17 experts in fields associated with the issues addressed by CDC's infectious disease national centers (e.g., respiratory diseases, antimicrobial resistance, foodborne diseases, zoonotic and vectorborne diseases, sexually transmitted diseases) and specialties, including clinical and public health practice (including state and local health departments), research and diagnostics, bioinformatics, health policy/communications, and industry. Nominations are being sought for individuals who have expertise and qualifications necessary to contribute to the accomplishments of the committee's objectives. Nominees will be selected based on expertise in the fields of infectious diseases and related specialties. Federal employees will not be considered for membership. Members may be invited to serve for up to four-year terms. Selection of members is based on candidates' qualifications to contribute to the accomplishment of BSC, OID, objectives (www.cdc.gov/ oid/BSC.html).