TA Position for Alumni, Department of Epidemiology

The Department of Epidemiology is hiring a TA to join the EPI 539 teaching team with Dr. Lauren Christiansen-Lindquist. This is a second semester EPI course for students outside our department, and provides an opportunity for students to dig deeper into the methods that they learned in their first semester of EPI methods, with a focus on causality.

The TA would lead an in-person lab session from 8:30-9:50am on Mondays (beginning 1/23), and a weekly 50-minute Zoom office hour. If available, they would be welcome to attend our in-person class (in the new building!) on Wednesdays from 10-11:50am; however, lectures will be recorded should the TA need to catch up on anything later.

Additional responsibilities include:

• Attending a weekly team meeting – no longer than 30 minutes
• Grading weekly homework assignments and entering grades in Canvas
• Updating materials to review homework answers and recap the main lecture points each week
• Pre-testing the midterm
• Assisting in grading midterm & final project
• Working with the instructor to identify new and innovative ways to engage the students during lab and/or lecture

If you are interested in this position, please email Dr. Christiansen-Lindquist (LCLindquist [at] emory [dot] edu) with an updated resume/CV and a brief description of any relevant experience.

This position comes with a $3600 stipend, which will likely be disbursed in two installments at the middle and end of the semester.

Data Analyst, Women First Digital

Women First Digital (WFD) is looking for a passionate data analyst who is capable of extracting, synthesizing and compiling, and analyzing trends from multiple data-sets to better understand our users’ self- care journeys, needs, and use of our digital products. Additionally, this person will also be responsible for designing appropriate research methods to effectively track and measure this  journey.

The ideal candidate will be skilled in all aspects of qualitative and quantitative data analysis, including mining, storing, generation, and visualization. The position will also guide WFD’s internal teams to transition its internal analytics to Google Analytics 4, and support the team to store historical data. Additionally, this person should be able to identify key patterns, interpret trends, and ensure data accuracy and quality.

This position is fully remote and can be done from any location with reliable internet service. This is a full-time employee position and is open to nationals of any country.

Please review the attached Job Description for a full summary of the role and how to apply.  Application deadline is 18 January 2023.

Epidemiology Fellowship, CDC SENSOR-Pesticides Program

Research Project: The ORISE research fellow will be assigned to The Sentinel Event Notification System for Occupational Risk (SENSOR)-Pesticides program (https://www.cdc.gov/niosh/topics/pesticides/). Under this program, NIOSH provides cooperative agreement funding and technical support to state health departments to conduct surveillance on acute occupational pesticide-related illness and injury. As part of the fellowship program, the ORISE fellow will conduct public health surveillance studies of acute pesticide-related illness and injury, with a focus on work-related exposures. Under the guidance of a mentor, who is a senior epidemiologist, the fellow will be involved in the following activities:

• 1. Analyze public health surveillance data to assess occupational and non-occupational disease magnitude trends
• 2. Identify and investigate emerging pesticide problems by using the SENSOR-Pesticides Program database to describe the human experience with relatively new pesticides, or describe risks associated with various application practices (E.g., describe the rate of pesticide poisoning across major industry sectors, including agriculture)
• 3. Assist with the development of educational and other notification materials to raise awareness of pesticide problems that are identified and implement effective interventions
• 4. Participate in preparing manuscripts for publication in a peer-reviewed journal
• 5. Assist in organizing the SENSOR-Pesticides workshops which are attended by SENSOR-Pesticides partners and stakeholders
• 6. Contribute to data quality assessment and improvement across the SENSOR-Pesticides states.

Health Communications Fellow, CDC

CDC Office and Location: A fellowship opportunity is available with the Communications, Education, and Behavioral Studies Branch, Division of Tuberculosis Elimination (DTBE), within the National Center for HIV/AIDS, Viral Hepatitis, STD and TB Prevention (NCHHSTP) at the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) in Atlanta, Georgia.

The mission of the Division of Tuberculosis Elimination (DTBE) is to promote health and quality of life by preventing, controlling, and eventually eliminating tuberculosis in the United States.

Research Project: The research participant will be placed in the Communications, Education, and Behavioral Studies Branch (CEBSB) within the Division of Tuberculosis Elimination (DTBE). This project will provide the fellow with an educational experience in health communications and social marketing around tuberculosis disease and latent tuberculosis infection. Learning Objectives: Under the guidance of a mentor, the participant will be involved in the following activities:

– Aiding in the development of health communication materials, products, and messages – Conducting communications research – Disseminating health information through a variety of communication channels – Supporting the development and implementation of a communications campaign to reach priority audiences with important health messages – Supporting community engagement and mobilization activities through social marketing efforts – Assisting in drafting and reviewing documents and reports – Presenting findings and recommendations at national forums and in peer-reviewed journals – Contributing to formative research efforts and communications to eliminate tuberculosis in the United States – Supporting message testing efforts around tuberculosis and latent tuberculosis infection testing and treatment for groups at high risk for tuberculosis. – Participating in Branch and Team meetings – Maintaining communication with project leaders

This fellow will be engaged with Branch leadership and project staff. Opportunities for networking with subject matter experts will be made available.

Mentor(s): The mentor for this opportunity is Leeanna Allen (iei5 [at] cdc [dot] gov). If you have questions about the nature of the research please contact the mentor(s).

Anticipated Appointment Start Date: March 27, 2023. Start date is flexible and will depend on a variety of factors.

Appointment Length: The appointment will initially be for one year, but may be renewed upon recommendation of CDC and is contingent on the availability of funds.

Level of Participation: The appointment is full-time.

Questions: Please visit our Program Website. After reading, if you have additional questions about the application process please email ORISE [dot] CDC [dot] NCHHSTP [at] orau [dot] org and include the reference code for this opportunity. For more information, please click here. 

Applied Epidemiology Fellowships, CSTE

The Council of State and Territorial Epidemiologists (CSTE) application is currently open for both Class 20 and Class 21 of the Applied Epidemiology Fellowship (AEF) program application to accept new applications for placements for Class 20 (beginning by January 2023) and for Class 21 (Summer 2023).

At this time, CSTE has re-opened our application for Class 20 specifically for host sites with a focus on Maternal and Child Health. We are looking to fill the Maternal and Child Health host sites for Class 20 immediately! CSTE currently has one available host site placement focusing on Maternal and Child Health at the Maine Center for Disease Control and Prevention (Host Site Billets | CSTE Fellows (wpengine.com)).

The goal of AEF is to provide a high-quality on-the-job training experience in applied epidemiology for recent graduates and prepare fellows for long-term career placement at the state and local level. Based on their interests and available positions, fellows are matched to a State, Territorial, Local, or Tribal health department for two years under the guidance of two experienced mentors.

During their assignment, fellows develop a set of core competency skills related to epidemiologic methods, communication skills, public health practice and policy.

How to Apply

To apply for AEF Class 20 and/or Class 21 consideration, please view and complete the online application at cste_aef_candidate_application (webportalapp.com)
 

For Class 20, the available host sites will have a subject area of either Injury-Drug Overdose or Maternal and Child Health. Available host sites for Class 20 can be found by visiting Host Site Billets | CSTE Fellows (wpengine.com). In order to be eligible for Class 20, candidates must have their degree completed by December 2022. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis.

For Class 21, CSTE will have more subject area options for candidates which includes but is not limited to Infectious Diseases, Chronis Health, Substance Use/Mental Health, etc. In order to be eligible for Class 21, candidates must have their degree completed by June 30, 2023. Our application timeline for Class 21 can be found by visiting Prospective Fellows | CSTE Fellows (wpengine.com).

For more information, including eligibility requirements, visit www.cstefellows.org. If you have questions about the fellowship application, please contact CSTE via email at aef [at] cste [dot] org. 

Multiple Maternal and Child Health Epidemiology Positions, Texas Department of State Health Services

Program: Epidemiology Branch

Position: Epidemiologist III (Oral Health)

Posting #: 544535

Closes: 11/30/2022

Apply here

The Epidemiologist III performs highly advanced (senior-level) research and epidemiological work in the Maternal and Child Health Epidemiology (MCHE) Unit within the Maternal and Child Health (MCH) Section within the Community Health Improvement Division. Reports to the Surveillance and Data Analytics Manager under minimal supervision with extensive latitude for the use of initiative and independent judgement. Serves as a lead investigator for MCH surveillance and analytics to inform Title V MCH Block Grant programs with a primary focus on the Oral Health Improvement Program. Proposes, designs, and conducts complex epidemiologic studies with large data sets, small data sets, and complex sample survey data to monitor the oral health of children, adolescents, and pregnant women. Uses specialized software, such as SAS, Python, SQL, Tableau, and ArcGIS, to analyze and display data for presentations, reports, publications, and other products. Utilizes advanced statistical software and techniques to automate and simplify routine data tasks. Develops and maintains complex, detailed scientific protocols and operational manuals on all projects. Identify opportunities for the use and distribution of program data to internal and external stakeholders. 

Program: Epidemiology Branch

Position: Research Specialist V (Pregnancy Risk Assessment Monitoring System Coordinator)

Posting #: 546329

Closes: 11/30/2022

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The Research Specialist V performs highly advanced (senior-level) research work in the area of maternal and infant health. Work involves serving as the Texas Pregnancy Risk Assessment Monitoring System (PRAMS) Coordinator and liaising with the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) as it relates to survey development, sampling, data collection, and analysis. Develops and revises the PRAMS data collection protocol and performs contract oversight of all data collection activities. Oversees the preparation and submission of the CDC cooperative agreement applications and progress reports to the CDC. Prepares and submits all DSHS Institutional Review Board (IRB) documents related to the PRAMS project. Monitors how PRAMS data are being analyzed and disseminated by agency staff and other partners. Generates research articles for scientific publication, as well as papers, reports, and presentations for in-house distribution and to support program management and other DSHS or state agency activities utilizing PRAMS data. Acts as a subject matter expert as it relates to complex sample survey design and analysis. Work is performed under minimal supervision with extensive latitude for the use of initiative and independent judgement. Reports to the Surveillance and Data Analytics Manager in the Maternal & Child Health Epidemiology Unit.  

Program: Maternal Mortality and Morbidity Epidemiology Branch

Position: Epidemiologist II

Posting #: 544567

Closes: 11/30/2022

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The Epidemiologist II performs advanced (senior-level) epidemiological work in maternal mortality and morbidity. Work includes serving as a lead investigator for performance evaluation and data management of maternal health and safety bundle initiatives (e.g., TexasAIM). Computes maternal health outcome measures for evaluating hospital progress in implementing maternal safety bundles designed to reduce maternal morbidity and mortality. Probabilistically links birth certificate and delivery hospitalization data to monitor severe maternal morbidity trends for ongoing Maternal Mortality and Morbidity Review Committee (MMMRC) study and reporting. Leads the study of hospital performance based on maternal levels of care designations, including measure computation and analysis. Develops and maintains complex, detailed scientific protocols and operational manuals on all projects. Prepares articles, papers, and reports for publication, in-house distribution, and to support program management and other DSHS activities. Works under limited supervision, with considerable latitude for the use of initiative and independent judgment. Reports to the Surveillance and Data Analytics Manager in the Maternal & Child Health Epidemiology Unit. 

Prevention Evaluation Specialist, US Army Reserve Command

Army Reserve G-1, Services and Support Division

Open & closing dates: 11/09/2022 to 11/18/2022

Pay scale & grade: GS 12

Location: Fort Bragg, NC; 1 vacancy

Open to Public: https://www.usajobs.gov/job/688375200

Reference Points: DoDI 6400.09; 2019-2023 Prevention Plan of Action; DoD SPARX

Position Context: This position primarily exists to serve as a senior advisor and consultant with primary responsibility for overseeing the evaluation of all primary prevention activities by performing studies and analysis on behalf of the U.S. Army Reserve. This includes but is not limited to planning for, coordinating, executing, evaluating, and monitoring a wide range of program evaluations (e.g., development of effective data collection, monitoring & evaluating, coordination with stakeholders, briefing data, and development & oversight of reporting systems).

Statistical Analyst A/B, University of Pennsylvania Department of General Internal Medicine

Job Description Summary

The Statistical Analyst A position will support health policy-related research projects conducted by investigators at the Leonard Davis Institute of Health Economics and the Department of Medicine at the Perelman School of Medicine. The Statistical Analyst position will use SAS and/or STATA programming skills to create analytical datasets from health care claims, administrative databases, clinical trials, and surveys to construct and standardize outcome measures and other analytical variables through data cleaning and data manipulation, to provide descriptive and analytical reports, and to perform specialized statistical analyses.

Statistical Analyst B will be assigned to projects that involve multiple and complex databases, requiring advanced SAS skills and more experience in the effective manipulation of large data. Strong teamwork and collaboration skills are needed to support multiple projects led by individual investigators. Statistical Analyst B will serve as a resource to Statistical Analysts A, suggesting programming solutions and sharing their skills in data creation and cleaning.

Job Description

DUTIES:

The Statistical Analyst position will support health policy-related research projects conducted by investigators at LDI the Division of General Internal Medicine.  The Statistical Analyst A will use standard SAS and/or STATA programming skills to create analytical datasets from clinical trials, surveys, and health care claims, to construct and standardize outcome measures and other analytical variables through data cleaning and data manipulation, to provide descriptive and analytical reports, and to perform specialized statistical analyses. 

Statistical Analyst B will implement non-routine macros and advanced techniques to merge different datasets and create analysis files from complex databases. Statistical Analyst B will use advanced statistical methods to analyze the data. Strong teamwork and collaboration skills are needed to support multiple projects led by individual investigators.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Statistical Analyst A:  Bachelor’s degree in Math/Statistics, Healthcare Management, Economics, or Public Health and minimum of 3 years of related experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience required.

Statistical Analyst B:  Master’s degree in Math/Statistics, Healthcare Management, Economics, or Public Health and at least 3 years of related experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience required. 

Both levels:  Experience in applying health services research methods through SAS or STATA programming is required. Statistical programming skills are required (strong expert level for B). Prior work experience in an academic or research setting in health care is preferred. Prior experience with analyzing clinical trials is preferred.

Position contingent upon funding.

For more information and to apply, please click here. 

Program Consultant, Georgia Department of Public Health

Job Responsibilities

The Program Consultant will assist the Chronic Diseases, Health Behaviors and Injury Epidemiology Section/ Georgia Cancer Registry (GCR) Director in planning, directing, and implementing GCR goals and objectives based on the Georgia’s GCR five years grant. The Program Consultant will monitor and continuously evaluated GCR unit compliance with Georgia Department of Public Health and/or federal guidance.

• Works closely with CHIE director to develop and recommend policies and procedures concerning GCR.
• Create, coordinate and/or facilitate cancer registry trainings and Cancer related ECHOs
• Assist in preparing and monitor GCR budget
• Recruit, establish, maintain and staff the GCR advisory committee
• Maintain and foster GCR partnership with DPH partners
• Maintain strong relationship with GCR external partners 
• Assist in writing GCR grant, progress reports and annual reports following CDC guideline.

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in a related field from an accredited college or university AND One year of related experience or completion of an apprenticeship/internship that sufficiently supplied experience to understand the basic principles relevant to the major duties of the position.

Preferred Qualifications: 
Preference will be given to applicants who in addition to meeting the entry qualifications possess 3 or more of the following:

• Ability to evaluate, motivate and mentor staff
• Ability to implement and coordinate trainings 
• Ability to evaluate programs for quality and effectiveness
• Ability to monitor budget 
• Microsoft Office
• Management Tools Software
• Strong communication skills
• Strong writing skills

Additional Information

Georgia Department of Public Health Commissioner and  leaders encourages all employees to engage in regular wellness activities and to make lifestyle choices that promote health and well-being.

The use of wellness breaks during the workday is authorized to support this philosophy and assist employees in meeting their wellness goals.  A maximum of 30 minutes in a given workday may be used to engage in wellness activities, generally in the form of two 15-minute breaks or one 30-minute break.

For more information and to apply, please click here. 

Fellowship Opportunity, Council of State and Territorial Epidemiologists

Are you interested in a post-graduate fellowship in applied public health?  

The Council of State and Territorial Epidemiologists (CSTE) is pleased to announce two fellowship opportunities for recent graduates (including those who will graduate in December 2022 and Spring 2023!) and early career professionals looking to launch their career in applied public health.  

CSTE will host an informational webinar on Thursday, October 13 at 3:00 PM Eastern Time to provide more information about both fellowships for prospective fellow applicants. Register with this link to attend the webinar: Click here to register 

Fellowship Information: 

AEF and APHIF are 2-year fellowships for recent graduates and early career professionals to work in a state, territorial, local, or tribal health agency under the guidance of two experienced mentors. Fellows are matched to a host site to provide on-the-job training and high-quality mentorship. The fellowship is a full-time paid training opportunity. 

What is the difference between AEF and APHIF? 

Applied Epidemiology Fellowship (AEF): 

·       Focused on Applied Epidemiology 

·       Subject areas include Birth Defects, Chronic Disease, Environmental Health, General Infectious Disease, Infectious Disease – Food Safety, Infectious Disease – HAI, Infectious Disease – Quarantine, Injury, Drug Overdose, Maternal and Child Health, Occupational Health, Oral Health, and Substance Use/Mental Health 

Applied Public Health Informatics Fellowship (APHIF): 

·       Focused on Public Health Informatics 

·       Fellows also work on projects related to data science and laboratory capacity 

Who is eligible to apply to these fellowships?  

Fellows must hold a masters or doctoral degree from an accredited academic institution. Current students who will complete their degrees by summer 2023 are welcome to apply. As training programs, these fellowships are designed for recent graduates and early career professionals.  

Application Timeline 

Applications for APHIF will open October 17, 2022 and will close on January 20, 2023. For more information about APHIF and the application link, use the following link: CSTE Fellows: APHIF For questions pertaining to APHIF, please contact APHIF [at] cste [dot] org  

Applications for AEF are currently open and will close on January 20, 2023. For more information about AEF and the application link, use the following link: CSTE Fellows | AEF Fellowship (wpengine.com). For questions pertaining to AEF, please contact AEF [at] cste [dot] org