Data Management And Analytics Epidemiologist I

Under the direction of the Data Management and Analytics Group Manager, the Epidemiologist I performs moderately complex epidemiological work related to HIV/HCV/STD Data Management and analyses. The Epidemiologist I performs research and epidemiological work that may require specialized knowledge of health behaviors related to HIV/HCV/STD transmission which includes but not limited to a) assisting with the planning and execution of epidemiological and surveillance projects, b) the collection and analyses of data through these projects, c) analyzing HIV/HCV/STD surveillance and program data to process data requests d) assisting with other Data Management responsibilities of the group, e) utilizing the NEDSS based system (NBS) and other relevant surveillance systems for data analytic activities, f) participating in, and evaluation of the development of Data Management and analytic procedures, protocols, and guidelines, g) assisting with quality assurance measures to ensure disease data analyses is accurate and timely, h) performing other duties as assigned. Work is performed with general supervision and moderate latitude for the use of initiative and independent judgment.

Essential Job Functions:
30% Conducts HIV/HCV/STD research investigations, surveillance and assessment based on standard scientific methods, programmatic needs, or new/innovative approaches. Provides research and technical assistance to HIV/HCV/STD program areas regarding epidemiological methods, research/surveillance design, and program evaluation assessment of public health practices. Prepares data to be uploaded to a web-based query system as needed.
30% Assists to provide HIV/HCV/STD data to policy makers, public health practitioners, internal and external partners, and the public.
15% Conducts analyses of survey collected data. Applies appropriate advanced statistical and/or analytical procedures. Current projects focus on HIV/HCV/STD behavioral risk factors, testing, treatment, transmission, medical care and clinical outcomes.
15% Participates in epidemiological and surveillance HIV/HCV/STD project activities including, development of local survey questions, development and review of survey formative assessment and medical chart abstractions.
5% Presents results and findings of studies to appropriate audiences. Assists with the reviews of reports, manuscripts, and other documents for accuracy in content, statistics and interpretation of data.
5% Other duties as assigned include but are not limited to: actively participating and/or serving in a supporting role to meet the agency's obligations for disaster response and/or recovery or Continuity of Operations (COOP) activation. Such participation may require an alternate shift pattern assignment and/or location.

Knowledge Skills Abilities:
Knowledge of major functions of public health.
Knowledge of statistical analyses concepts, database Management and their applications to public health surveillance and research.
Knowledge of the health status, socioeconomic and demographic measures used in public health.
Knowledge of population, socioeconomic and health outcomes data sources.
Knowledge of programming logic and scripting.
Knowledge of human subjects protections and issues of confidentiality.
Knowledge of Human Immunodeficiency Virus (HIV) and other infectious diseases.
Skill in the use of computers and software relevant to data collection and data analyses e.g. NEDSS Based System, Excel, PowerPoint, Epi Info, SPSS, and Access.
Skill in using Internet publishing/graphics presentation software such as Tableau.
Skill in using SAS, and in writing syntax to perform analyses.
Skill in verbal and written communications.
Skill in working with sensitive personal health information.
Ability to understand, organize, manipulate, manage complex data and query complex databases.
Ability to use population data for public health planning and evaluation.
Ability to organize and prioritize work and meet deadlines.
Ability to exercise independent judgment and show initiative.
Ability to communicate effectively with data users and coworkers.
Ability to interpret public health laws, rules, regulations, and recommendations related to HIV/HCV/STD.
Ability to understand, organize, manipulate, and maintain complex data.
Ability to work effectively independently and as part of a team.

Initial Selection Criteria:
Bachelor’s degree in public health with at least 1 year experience in epidemiology.
or
Graduation from an accredited four-year college or university with major coursework in public health, epidemiology, infectious diseases, biostatistics, or a related field.
or
Master’s degree from a U.S. accredited college or university or a foreign degree determined to be equivalent by an acceptable education evaluator with a focus on epidemiology.

Additional Information:
An in-basket exercise will be required at the time of the interview.
Your application must be complete. It MUST contain dates of employment, job titles, name of employer, name of supervisor, current/final salary, and a description of duties performed in a way that specifically demonstrates you meet the initial selection criteria at minimum. Missing information may lead to disqualification.
Resumes do not take the place of the requirement to input your information into the application portal. (“See Resume” is not acceptable on the application). Resumes attached and/or pasted into the resume field are not considered equivalent to the State Application.
Any offer of salary is dependent on applicant's relevant experience and contingent upon allocated funds set by the current budget. The salary on this job posting reflects the minimum and maximum allowed, however, budget considerations may result in salary offers below the maximum of the posted range.
Note: Must be legally authorized to work in the U.S. without sponsorship. HHS agencies use E¬Verify. You must bring your I-9 documentation with you on your first day of work.

MOS Code:
68S, 60C, HM, 230X, 4E0X1, 43HX, 43MX, 43EX.