CDC Biostatistics, Statistics, Mathematical Statistics for Respiratory Virus Epidemiology, Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC)/ORISE

CDC’s Coronavirus and Other Respiratory Viruses Division (CORVD) in the National Center for Immunization and Respiratory Diseases (NCIRD) is dedicated to development and advancement of biomedical research to “improve the health of people by preventing illness, disability, and death from respiratory viruses induced diseases through public health science and practice in the United States and globally”. The Biostatistics, Economics and Modeling (BEaM) Unit, works with epidemiologists and laboratory scientists in the Division’s four branches to adapt existing analytical methodology and develop new techniques for statistical analysis.

Research Project: The fellow will train with BEaM’s statisticians, economists, and modelers and collaborate with the branches in the Division in the area of study design and statistical analysis. The fellow will train in Mathematical Statistics, mentored by senior statisticians in BEaM and will collaborate with epidemiologists and laboratory scientists in CORVD’s four branches. The fellow will learn to apply Bayesian and frequentist analytical techniques, including conditional autoregressive random effects models and probabilistic multiplier models to estimate the burden of COVID-19, RSV, and other respiratory viruses in the United States. This will include collaborating with informatics specialists to automate processes. Various statistical methodologies, adapted from existing and newly developed methods, will be applied to explore the epidemiology and biological science of respiratory viruses, including examining and improving the understanding of viral interference between respiratory viruses. In addition to providing statistical analysis and modeling support, the fellow will gain hands-on experience in the areas of study design, data visualization, and the use of statistical software, as well as authoring and coauthoring publications.

Mentor(s): The mentor for this opportunity is Gordana Derado (uwx8 [at] cdc [dot] gov). If you have questions about the nature of the research please contact the mentor(s).

Anticipated Appointment Start Date: January 6, 2025  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.

Preferred skills:

• Strong background in statistics/biostatistics, including Bayesian statistics.
• Basic understanding of epidemiological methods 
• Experience with data visualization techniques and statistical methods used for analysis of high-dimensional data
• Programming skills to conduct statistical analysis e.g., in R, SAS, Python, Stata, Matlab, or other computational software.
• Familiarity with PowerBI or similar data visualization tools

Eligibility Requirements:

• Master’s Degree or Doctoral Degree received within the last 60 months or currently pursuing.
• Discipline(s):
  • Engineering 
  • Mathematics and Statistics 
  • Social and Behavioral Sciences 

Applications due December 6th, 2o24 and will be reviewed on a rolling basis. For more information and application instructions, please visit the job posting on 12Twenty. 

Epidemiologist 2, DeKalb Public Health

DeKalb Public Health (DKPH) is hiring an Epidemiologist to be based at Richardson Health Center in North Decatur. 

Job responsibilities:

Under supervision, plans, develops, and conducts epidemiologic investigations, surveillance and interventions limited in scope and/or complexity to determine the causes of diseases and implement methods of disease control. Collects, analyzes, and interprets statistical data and prepares epidemiologic reports. Assists with planning and conducting investigations of diseases. Performs formal case control and cohort studies of complex health issues. Provides related consultation to departmental staff and others. Designs, implements, and maintains disease surveillance. Collects, analyzes, and interprets statistical data and prepares reports. Provides training, technical assistance, and consultative services regarding epidemiology and the control of diseases. Serves as a point of contact for various personnel regarding moderately complex epidemiologic issues. Performs various duties in support of section operations. Develop policies and procedures for new and existing disease control programs.

Applications are due December 6th, 2024. For more information and application instructions, visit the job posting linked here.

Public Health Compliance Analyst, Guidehouse

Guidehouse is hiring a compliance analyst be based in the DC area. Analysts will assist in applying common best practices in performing monitoring and auditing activities for various Centers for Medicare & Medicaid (CMS) models/programs.

Specific responsibilities include:

• Participate in and/or lead meetings, identify areas of improvements, determine audit or monitoring requirements and support audit or monitoring activities as needed.
• Work closely with CMS model leads and project team to review participation agreements, document, update, and provide responses to model participants’ inquiries.
• Develop or assist with development of various written reports or project documents.
• Develop or assist with development of Standard Operating Procedures or Plans.
• Gather, review, and update existing and/or new requirements, specifications, business processes, make recommendations as needed and lead or assist with implementation of those requirements.
• Participate in the design, development, analysis, implementation/monitoring of system requirements and user testing, as needed.
• Conduct or assist with qualitative and quantitative analysis, environmental scans to support the various CMS models monitoring needs.
• Work with Subject Matter Experts (SMEs) and other stakeholders to gather business processes, business requirements, identify and mitigate gaps and coordinate Change Request process as needed.
• Develop, update, and maintain excel trackers; use power queries to help support automation; apply business analytics skills to support the project as needed.

For more information and application instructions, visit the job posting linked here.

Chief of Staff, Georgia House Representative Imani Barnes Team

Rep. Imani Barnes is looking for a paid, full-time Chief of Staff to join her team (political experience required). This is a great way to learn the legislative ropes while improving the quality of life for Georgians. Work will begin in December and run until the end of session in March.

If you are interested, please fill out the Google Form linked here.

Applied Epidemiology Fellowship, Council of State and Territorial Epidemiologists (CSTE)

Council of State and Territorial Epidemiologists (CSTE) established the Applied Epidemiology Fellowship (AEF) which is closely designed after the Epidemic Intelligence Service (EIS) program and using a mentorship model to train recent graduates in the expanding field of applied epidemiology. Participating fellows will receive two years of on-the-job training at a state or local health department under the guidance of two experienced mentors.

CSTE’s Applied Epidemiology Fellowship (AEF) graduates use their knowledge obtained during their fellowship and post fellowship in various CSTE programs such as DSTT and LEAD to provide mentorship and leadership to future fellows and to the CSTE Executive Board. Over 65% of the graduates remain and provide capacity in State, Territorial, Local, and Tribal health department epidemiologist positions and the majority of the program’s graduates stayed in public health. 

CSTE is now accepting fellowship applications for Class 23, which will begin in Summer 2025 and run for 2 years. To be eligible for Class 23, applicants’ master’s and/or doctorate level degree must be completed by June 30, 2025. 

Epidemiologist/Investigator, NYC DOHMH Bureau of Communicable Diseases

The New York City Department of Health/Mental Hygiene strongly encourages people to apply and contribute  diversity in thought, racial identity, national origin, gender, age, religion, disability status, veteran status, and/or LGBTQI+ status to enhance the work of the DOHMH and promote the health of all New Yorkers. The NYC DOHMH welcomes applicants who share the vision for a city where all New Yorkers can realize their full health potential, regardless of who they are, where they are from or where they live.

Duties will include but are not limited to:

• Conduct communicable disease investigation and surveillance activities including: Conduct case investigations; perform medical chart reviews and abstractions; conduct patient and provider telephone interviews; triage incoming telephone inquiries; provide patient and public education
• identify and follow up with contacts of people with communicable diseases; provide public health recommendations to patients and contacts; conduct outbreak investigations
• perform data collection and analysis; evaluate risk factors or high-risk transmission settings; assist with communicable disease prevention initiatives; participate in the DOHMH’s Surveillance and Epidemiology Emergency Response Section’s preparedness and response activities.

Please note that New York City residency is generally required within 90 days of appointment.

For more information and application instructions, please visit the job posting linked here. 

Health Scientist, Centers for Disease Control and Prevention

The National Center for Chronic Disease Prevention and Health Promotion (NCCDPHP), Division of Adolescent and School Health (DASH), Research Application and Evaluation Branch (RAEB) is recruiting for up to 3 Health Scientists, to work on the Research, Synthesis, and Application Team or the Research Translation and Dissemination Team.

As a Health Scientist, you will:

• Develop and/or use innovative methodologies and techniques to assess the effectiveness of health risk reduction practices, polices, and programs for children and adolescent.
• Perform analytical studies and interpretation of results to coordinate the evaluation of adolescent education programs, health systems, and practices, and recommend improvements.
• Analyze studies and projects assessing major and or sensitive public health issues,
• Provide technical advice and assistance to national, state, and local health and education agencies and to various other public health organizations.

This is a permanent, full-time position.

Applications are due November 8th, 2024. Visit the job posting linked here for more information and application instructions.

Social Determinant of Health Evaluation (ORISE) Fellowship, Centers for Disease Control and Prevention

CDC’s Division of Population Health provides scientific leadership and expertise to prevent costly chronic diseases and improve health across the life span. PRTB provides leadership, oversight, and grant management for Prevention Research Centers (PRC) Program, the Closing the Gap: Social Determinant of Health (SDOH) Accelerator Grant Program, and the Addressing Conditions to Improve Population Health (ACTion) initiative.

The SDOH Accelerator Grant funds state, local, tribal, and territorial jurisdictions to develop multi-sector action plans to accelerate actions that will lead to improved chronic disease outcomes among persons experiencing health disparities and inequities. ACTion funds state, local, tribal, and territorial jurisdictions to implement and evaluate efforts to implement policy, systems, and environmental change interventions addressing social determinants of health (SDOH) in communities. 

As an ORISE Evaluation Fellow, the participant will contribute to and learn how to coordinate multiple aspects of program monitoring and evaluation; train as a fellow to become highly knowledgeable in evaluation and performance measurement; and gain experience evaluating multi-faceted, cross-cutting, and innovative programs or strategies. 

This is a full-time position, and the anticipated start date is December 2nd, 2024. The duration of the position will be approximately one year. 

Applicants must have received their Masters Degree within the past 60 months. 

For more information and application instructions, please visit the job posting linked here. Applications are due November 18th, 2024 at 3:00pm.

Spatial and Environmental Epidemiologist, Washington State Department of Health

This role with the Office of Environmental Public Health Sciences (OEPHS) focuses on reducing health disparities and improving health equity in childhood lead exposure and poisoning in Washington State.

As part of the Healthy Homes and Communities Section, and reporting to the Epidemiology, Data, Systems, and Surveillance (EDSS) Unit Supervisor, you’ll work to increase provider awareness of lead risks and testing requirements for Medicaid-enrolled children.

Key responsibilities:

• Conduct epidemiologic and spatial analyses to identify trends in lead exposure.
• Perform data linkages between blood lead testing and Medicaid billing/enrollment data.
• Develop performance indicators for Medicaid lead testing compliance.
• Update lead risk factors displayed on the Washington Tracking Network.

Help protect vulnerable children from lead exposure while advancing health equity in Washington!

Location and Flexibility: We value work-life balance and offer the convenience of remote work with occasional in-person collaboration opportunities. Attending events or working In-office is rarely required and would be scheduled in advance. This is a remote/home-based position available to applicants residing anywhere in Washington State, as well as those living near the Oregon/Washington border and the Idaho/Washington border.

For more information and application instructions, visit the job posting linked here. Applications will be accepted until October 31st, 2024.

Environmental Health Specialist, Georgia Department of Public Health

As an Environmental Health Specialist within the West Central Health District, you will join a dedicated group of public health professionals that help support the overall mission and vision of protecting lives of Georgian residents in a variety of ways.

Job responsibilities:

You will support the Department by utilizing your expertise to fulfill the following responsibilities:

• Will be based in Harris County and serve as a floater throughout West Central Health District’s 16-county health departments to perform duties in all aspects of the program
• Provide inspection/permitting/consultation of state rules and regulations for the following facilities: Food Service, Public Swimming Pools, and Tourist Accommodations.
• Provide services within the Body Art, Wastewater Management, Well Water, Emergency
  Preparedness, and other environmental health programs
• Investigate all assigned health-related complaints received. 
• Travel is required for this position.

For more information and application instructions, visit the job posting linked here. Applications will be accepted continuously.