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

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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 

UCSF UC Berkeley Joint PhD Program, Computational Precision Health

Fellowship on Epidemiology and Data Analysis, CDC Emerging Threats Team

Research Project: Under the ORISE Research Participation program, this fellowship will offer the opportunity to train in the Division of Birth Defects and Infant Disorders in the National Center on Birth Defects and Developmental Disabilities (NCBDDD). The ORISE participant will have the opportunity to gain experience in conducting research and surveillance activities, as well as collecting, reviewing, and analyzing epidemiologic and programmatic data. Participant will train on projects that focus on the role of prenatal exposures on pregnancy, fetal, infant, and child outcomes. Prenatal exposures of interest include, but are not limited to: COVID-19, cytomegalovirus, hepatitis C, syphilis, Zika virus, and other infectious diseases. Training will occur under the direction of an assigned Advisor/Mentor on the Emerging Threats Epidemiology and Research Team. 

Learning Objectives: There are several main learning objectives that this appointment could include:

1. Gain familiarity with the Surveillance for Emerging Threats to Mothers and Babies Network (SET-NET) which includes mother-baby longitudinally linked surveillance for COVID-19, cytomegalovirus, hepatitis C, syphilis, and other infectious diseases;
2. Gain familiarity for other Zika surveillance and research projects in the U.S. and in Colombia: US Zika Pregnancy and Infant Registry, Proyecto Vigilancia de Embarazadas con Zika (VEZ) and Zika en Embarazadas y Ninos (ZEN);
3. Enhance skills in performing data management and analysis through the collection, review, and analysis of epidemiologic and programmatic data generated by these surveillance systems and studies, and other projects involving epidemiologic and programmatic data from emerging threats surveillance and research and other relevant infectious diseases during pregnancy and effect on infant health;
4. Develop protocols and standard operating procedures for surveillance and research activities, leveraging existing surveillance and study platforms to capture pregnancy, birth, clinical, and developmental outcomes arising from a range of exposures during pregnancy and participate in data systems and approaches to improve quality and speed of the surveillance system;
5. Perform literature reviews and, where needed, systematic reviews and meta-analyses to describe existing evidence of the influence of infectious diseases and other in-utero exposures on fetal, infant, and child development;
6. Engage in CDC emergency response procedures; and
7. Collaborate and engage other staff from the National Center on Birth Defects and Developmental Disabilities (NCBDDD), other CDC centers, institutes, or offices, other federal organizations, health departments, partners, and international health ministries and organizations.

Mentor(s): The mentor for this opportunity is Van Tong (vct2 [at] cdc [dot] gov). If you have questions about the nature of the research please contact the mentor.

For more information and to apply, please click here. 

E-Learning Institute Fellowship, CDC

The CDC E-learning Institute (ELI) is designed to cultivate skills of public health training professionals with limited experience designing or developing e-learning products.

Through partnership with the Public Health Foundation, ELI is a six-month online fellowship that offers access to CDC-developed materials and subject matter experts, as well as the opportunity to learn from peers in a positive, experiential environment.

Fellows learn innovative strategies and get the hands-on experience needed to create quality e-learning products.

For more information and to apply, click here.

Epidemiologist, CDC

This position is located in the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS), Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), Deputy Director for Infectious Diseases (DDID), National Center for Immunization and Respiratory Diseases (NCIRD), Influenza Division (ID), located in Atlanta, Georgia.

As a Epidemiologist at the GS-12 you will:

• Identify and analyze public health issues and their impact on public policies or scientific studies or surveys.
• Analyze study or project implementation procedures for improvement; works with program specialists and/or scientists as appropriate, to develop more viable implementation procedures and coordinates with appropriate staff to make needed changes.
• Consult on, monitor, and measure the outcome of assigned programs through studies that evaluate the effectiveness of subject activities in meeting the needs of program participants.
• Participate with scientists and program consultants both in various aspects of the study or survey design process, including: conducts a search or review of the existing literature and data in a scientific area, and prepares and/or presents summaries for a variety of purposes, monitors internal review board clearances, designs questionnaires and other data collection instruments.
• Use established, modified, newly developed scientific and technical methods and practices, identifies and evaluates a wide range of conventional/unconventional health conditions in a specialty area.

For more information and to apply, please click here.