Epidemiologist II, Sinai Urban Health Institute

Job Description 

• Conducts analyses of epidemiological data.
• May oversee the work of and advise junior staff in data analysis, data reporting, and evaluation.
• Researches new methodological techniques.
• Understands and can use SAS, STATA, or similar data analysis software.
• Reviews epidemiological literature to obtain information on morbidity, mortality, and risk factors associated with diseases for inclusion in grants, reports, and publications.
• Under general direction, writes articles summarizing research findings for publication in professional journals and may mentor junior staff in writing such articles.
• Conveys results of epidemiologic and statistical analyses through written reports, publications, and presentations.
• Disseminates program and research findings to community and professional audiences.
• Participates in grant writing, including writing the research methods, providing epidemiologic information and data.
• Contributes substantially to the development and planning of new projects and programs.
• Reviews the literature regarding effective intervention approaches and adapts knowledge for target population(s).
• Designs and conducts surveys to collect new data to inform program development, policy, etc.
• Develops and maintains epidemiological databases.
• Oversees the recruitment of program participants.
• Manages program budgets. Tracks expenses and reports them to the Director of SUHI and funder on a regular basis
• Obtains and/or assists with IRB approval and maintenance.
• Designs methods to measure the effectiveness of programs and projects. Makes recommendations based on findings.
• Conducts process and outcome evaluations, reporting regularly on findings.
• May oversee and advise on process and outcome evaluation activities.
• May act as a project lead (i.e. Project Manager, or Research Manager) for smaller scale initiatives without direct supervision and/or in the absence of a more senior project lead.
• Serves as an expert and liaison to groups formed for the study of epidemiology and disease prevention/management.
• Networks with other professionals at Sinai and at the local, state, and national level to move projects forward and potentially secure support and resources.

Minimum Requirements

Educational and workforce preparation:

• An MPH or MS with concentration in epidemiology, biostatistics, or related field
• Three plus years of public health, project management, and other work experience that required proficiency in quantitative methods, research writing and dissemination
• Demonstrated project management experience, including timeline, budget, and staff oversight.

Quantitative skills in epidemiology and statistics:

• Wide knowledge, and proficiency in application, of epidemiologic and statistical methods to assess health-related data
• Knowledge of intervention research methods and program evaluation
• Command of epidemiologic concepts needed to guide analyses and assist with developing studies;
• Proficient use of statistical software such as Stata, SAS, and/or R
• Proficiency in creating and maintaining epidemiologic database systems.

Scientific writing and research presentation:

• Writing articles and reports for professional journals.
• Identifying funding opportunities and assist with grant writing
• Organizing and presenting study findings and epidemiologic information
• Excellent oral and written communication skills, translatable to multiple audiences and settings

How to Apply 

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