Data Analytics Epidemiologist III, Texas DHHS

Data Analytics Epidemiologist III, Texas DHHS

Category : Alumni

Job Description

The Infectious Disease Data Analytics Epidemiologist III position is located within the Emerging and Acute Infectious Disease Unit (EAIDU). Under the supervision of the COVID-19 Infectious Disease and Data Informatics Manager and the Director, EAIDU, the Data Analytics Epidemiologist III performs highly advanced senior-level research and epidemiological work requiring specialized knowledge of infectious disease surveillance. Designs and conducts advanced epidemiological research, evaluating populations and their risk factors for infectious disease using data from the National Electronic Disease Surveillance System and other large data sets from throughout the agency. Prepares and presents research findings on emerging and acute infectious diseases in reports, professional journals, national conferences, and state meetings. Plans and assigns the work of others. Serves as a mentor for other Data Analytic and EAIDU team members. Works under minimum supervision with extensive latitude for the use of initiative and independent judgment.

 

Essential Job Functions

  • (30%) Utilizes advanced statistics and/or statistical packages, which can analyze population’s characteristics and their relationship to disease states or outcomes. Methods and techniques may include random, stratified, clustered, and convenience sampling; confidence intervals, tests of differences between rates and proportions, odds ratios, relative risk ratios, measurement of sensitivity, specificity, and positive and negative predictive value; linear and multiple logistic regression; and survival, factor, cluster, discriminant analysis, and spatial analyses. Calculates sample sizes. Utilizes, as necessary, the following: SAS, Epi Info, R, GIS, and other graphics and spreadsheets software.
  • (30%) Prepares and presents presentations, technical reports, briefings, and professional journal articles related to EAIDU surveillance activities. Reviews reports and special publications of staff and monitors the preparation of special and annual reports. Provides EAIDU consultation and data to the regional/local health departments, public, other DSHS program areas and other consumers of data. Provides consultation to hospital administrators, physicians, state and national organizations, and others on the EAIDU surveillance activities.
  • (25%) Serves as a resource epidemiologist for ongoing projects within EAIDU, working as a team leader on epidemiological investigations and evaluation studies. Serves as a technical expert and consultant on statistical design, epidemiologic methodology and analysis, interpretation of data, and epidemiologic soundness. Directs the preparation and responds to complex requests for EAIDU information, data, and analyses as requested by the Group Manager, Unit Director, or other department staff, outside agencies, the public and the media.
  • (15%) Performs related work duties as assigned. Other duties as assigned may include actively participating and/or serving in a supporting role to meet the agency’s obligations for disaster response and/or recovery or COOP activation. Such participation may include an alternate shift assignments and/or location

 

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

  • Comprehensive knowledge of the basic principles and methods of epidemiology and the rules and regulations governing the control of notifiable conditions
  • Knowledge of statistical concepts, research methods, and their applications to public health surveillance and research.
  • Knowledge of the natural history and epidemiology of common infectious diseases
  • Knowledge of programming logic and scripting.
  • Knowledge of issues of confidentiality.
  • Skills in utilizing Word, Epi Info, Excel, Access, PowerPoint and graphic presentation software such as Tableau
  • Skill in using epi-related statistical software, especially SAS, and in writing syntax to perform analyses.
  • Skill in database management, especially relational database structures.
  • Skill in working with sensitive personal health information.
  • Ability to manage and query complex databases.
  • Ability to use population data for public health planning and evaluation.
  • Ability to conduct research projects and data collection efforts.
  • Ability to organize and prioritize work and meet deadlines.
  • Ability to exercise independent judgment and show initiative.
  • Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing and prepare grant requests
  • Ability to present statistical and technical data in a clear and concise format
  • Ability to maintain effective working relationships.
  • Ability to devise and develop solutions
  • Ability to train others

 

Qualifications 

  • Graduate degree from an accredited college or university with major course work in informatics, bioinformatics, epidemiology, public health, biostatistics, or related field preferred.
  • Two years’ professional experience as an epidemiologist or public health data analyst, or similar job function.
  • Experience with SAS, Epi Info, R, GIS, and other graphics and spreadsheets software.
  • Experience in public health and infectious disease prevention and control preferred.
  • Skills with programming in statistical software SAS preferred.

 

How to Apply 

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