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Data Analyst and Postdoctoral Scholar positions, University of South Florida

Category : Alumni

Job opportunity to work on a PCORI funded randomized controlled trial study to culturally adapt and evaluate an online couple intervention, OurRelationship (ORI), for Latina breast cancer survivors and their intimate partners. The project is expected to last from 2021-2024. Employee will assist with all aspects of the project, including project planning and coordination, community relations, recruitment, participant enrollment and tracking, participant assessments, report making and budget tracking.

  • Program Analysist position click here: Enter Job Opening ID: 28818 at Careers at USF
  • Postdoctoral Scholar position click here: Enter Job Opening ID: 28594 at Careers at USF

Click here for more information about the study.

Epidemiologist, Division of Reproductive Health of the CDC Foundation

Category : Alumni

The CDC Foundation seeks candidates for an Epidemiologist position to support activities addressing COVID-19 and maternal child-health (MCH) surveillance projects. The Epidemiologist will work closely with the Emergency Preparedness and Response Team, Field Support Branch, Division of Reproductive Health, CDC, to provide technical assistance to MCH assignees in state health departments. This technical support includes analyzing safety data related to COVID-19 vaccination in pregnant people and infants, analyzing data from MCH surveillance systems collecting information on SARS-CoV-2 infection in pregnancy (e.g. The Pregnancy Risk Assessment Monitoring System (PRAMS) COVID-19 supplements) and electronic health record data assets. 

This is an outstanding opportunity to work with the nation’s lead agency charged with protecting the public’s health.  The CDC Foundation offers a competitive salary and attractive benefits package.  This is a CDC Foundation position that will work directly with CDC.

Duties/Responsibilities 

  • Develop analytical plans and proposals
  • Respond to technical and scientific assistance requests from states
  • Provide technical assistance to the MCH assignees on data collection and processing, and guidance on statistical analyses of data collected using SAS and Excel
  • Prepare analyses for manuscripts and abstracts for posters and/or presentations
  • Collaborate closely with CDC technical staff to prepare, draft, and review documentation for CDC clearance
  • Participate in project-related meetings and calls
  • Support scientific plan for the Division of Reproductive Health focused on COVID-19 and reproductive health
  • Participate in special projects and other duties as assigned

Qualifications 

  • Master’s or doctoral degree from an accredited college or university with a background in epidemiology is required 
  • Minimum of 4 years of public health and related professional experience required with direct experience in data analyses using SAS.  
  • At least intermediate experience managing and analyzing data with data analysis software such as SAS.
  • Highly detail oriented, works well within a diverse team, demonstrates a high degree of initiative and flexibility adapt to shifting priorities, able to communicate effectively in a positive and professional manner, able to prioritize activities when under tight deadlines. 
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills with experience preparing, writing, and editing complex documents such as data dictionaries, codebooks, detailed reports, briefing documents for stakeholders/partners and peer-reviewed articles. 
  • Sound judgment and maturity, exemplified by consistent professionalism in dealing with individuals at all levels both internally and externally.   

Job Highlights

  • Target Salary: $80-$85k – Negotiable, based upon education and years of experience
  • Position Type: Grant Funded, Limited Term Opportunity
  • Full Suite of Benefits Available, Exempt, Salary 
  • Duration of Assignment:  12 Months [Pending availability of continued project funding, there is a possibility for extension]
  • Location: Remote

To read the job posting click here!

Epidemiologist, Google Health

Category : Alumni

About the job

At Google we’re committed to improving the lives of as many people as possible. One of the most important areas in which we’re striving to do that is health.

As an Epidemiologist, you’ll be an effective and influential contributor to our research in the areas of public and environmental health. You will work collaboratively in a team environment to develop products or approaches with potential to improve health at the individual, clinical, or population level. You’ll shape development and evaluation of health-relevant products, lead scientific studies based on these products, and shape the content, design, and execution of products.

Responsibilities

  • Use data-driven approaches for the development and evaluation of new health-relevant products, while leading studies, and shaping content.
  • Provide epidemiological expertise to relevant Google Product and Research teams, ensuring study design and appropriate epidemiological methods are incorporated into the teams’ work and products.
  • Identify advances in the field, and bring them to research and product development.
  • Serve as an internal and external advocate for Google Health’s work related to epidemiology and public health.

Minimum qualifications:

  • PhD in Epidemiology, Biostatistics, Computer Science, a related field, or equivalent practical experience.
  • 2 years of experience in epidemiology research or public health practice.
  • Experience leading quantitative health research published in 3 or more peer-reviewed publications.
  • Experience in R, SAS, or Python data analysis.

Preferred qualifications:

  • Experience in product development, health technology, consumer-focused digital health, and/or experience working with or in government/regulatory agency.
  • Experience designing and conducting evaluations in non-randomized settings.
  • Experience with methodological and causal inference, and quasi-experimental studies.
  • Experience applying machine learning to epidemiological problems.
  • Experience working in complex, ambiguous environments with cross-functional teams.
  • Ability to directly and independently implement analyses in programming languages (e.g., C++, Java, etc.).
To read more click here!
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Geospatial Research Analyst, ORISE Fellowship

Category : Alumni

The Geospatial Research Analyst fellowship is within the Geospatial Research, Analysis, and Services Program (GRASP), a program within the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) and Agency for Toxic Substances and Disease Registry (ATSDR). GRASP is responsible for geospatial science, analysis, visualization, and technology as applied to environmental health, site-specific exposure, infectious & chronic disease, injury, and emergency preparedness & response. GRASP works with ATSDR, other CDC centers/institutes/offices, state/local health organizations, other federal agencies, international governments, academia, and advocacy groups.


GRASP OVERVIEW
The mission of GRASP is to provide leadership and expertise in the application of the concepts, methods, and tools of geography and geospatial information science to public health research and practice. The objectives of GRASP are to:

  • Research and analyze the geospatial trends and patterns associated with environmental health, infectious & chronic disease, injury, and emergency preparedness & response
  • Geospatially enable CDC/ATSDR scientists and systems with data, consulting, technology, and training
  • Collaborate with scientists at CDC/ATSDR and among our public health partners to address environmental health, infectious & chronic disease, injury, and emergency preparedness & response issues
  • Contribute to a vibrant geospatial community among public health professionals
  • Embrace, leverage, and promote technology

FELLOWSHIP OVERVIEW
As a Geospatial Research fellow, the incumbent will gain knowledge of GRASP and its research partners on the conduct, analysis, and synthesis of geospatial public health studies. The successful candidate will be a part of and assist in the goals of GRASP’s Geospatial Epidemiology and Applied Research (GEAR) unit. Specific topics associated with this fellowship are outlined below:

(1) Geospatial Study Design
a. Gain experience in geospatial public health concepts, methods, and techniques
b. Gain experience in developing, refining, and implementing study plans and protocols supporting the examination of public health data from a geographic perspective
c. Gain experience in providing strategic counsel, guidance, and recommendations to project partners for designing geospatial, ecological, and epidemiologic studies
(2) Geospatial Research Coordination
a. Gain experience in geospatial visualization and analysis of exposure information and risk factors that could affect exposure and health outcomes in epidemiologic studies
b. Gain experience in analyzing geospatial and temporal patterns and trends evident in public health data
c. Gain experience in reviewing interpretations of results from geospatial analyses to communicate findings clearly and accurately based on the analysis that was completed
(3) Systematic Literature Review, Reporting, and Management
a. Gain experience in conducting systematic literature reviews on public health problems using a geographic perspective
b. Gain experience in conducting study eligibility assessments and screenings of abstracts and full-text articles against defined inclusion/exclusion criteria
c. Gain experience in conducting data extraction and perform critical appraisal of research studies
d. Become knowledgeable in developing, updating, and maintaining study databases and source documents
e. Gain experience in assisting in the development and preparation of literature review reports
(4) Project Management and Coordination
a. Gain experience in conceptualizing and managing research projects
b. Receive mentorship from GRASP colleagues on research, project needs, and analyses
c. Support data collection and visualization
d. Support public health content and publication development


KEYS TO SUCCESS
• Experience in supporting public health research projects that focus on the use of GIS to protect populations from outbreaks, incidents, and hazards spanning the public health disciplines (environmental health, infectious & chronic disease, injury, and emergency preparedness & response)
• Strong knowledge in public health study design, research, and literature review methods
• Demonstrated ability and knowledge in use of PubMed/Medline, Google Scholar, Microsoft Office software, and reference managers (e.g., EndNote)
• Strong attention to detail and detailed data management and documentation of work
• Professional interest in environmental exposure and health effects
• Strong collaborative skills and ability to communicate with a multidisciplinary project team
• Excellent oral and written communication skills


HOW TO APPLY
Provide resumé to Adonica Scott (rwq1 [at] cdc [dot] gov) and use subject line GRASP GEAR ORISE.

Harvard PhD and Summer Internship Programs in the Biological Sciences in Public Health

Category : Alumni Post-Grad Student Opportunities

The PhD Program in Biological Sciences in Public Health (BPH) program emphasizes interdisciplinary basic research spanning from molecular biology to human populations. BPH students develop individualized research projects focused on defining the molecular underpinnings of human health and disease by employing cutting-edge approaches in biochemistry, cell biology, genetics, genomics, metabolic biology, physiology, immunology, biophysics, computational and systems biology, and bioengineering. A central goal of the research in this program, whether basic or translational, is the improved understanding, prevention, and treatment of the most common and impactful global health threats.
 
The program encompasses laboratories and faculty mentors in the Departments of Environmental Health, Immunology, and Infectious Diseases, Molecular Metabolism, and Nutrition. Major areas of investigation include: 

While the program roots cut across the entire range of biological sciences, the research also employs core quantitative disciplines (e.g., biostatistics and epidemiology), as well as approaches that bridge biology, chemistry, engineering, and computation. Students attracted to this program generally share this interdisciplinary interest and a desire to confront the most pressing health issues of our time.

All students admitted into this training program are provided full tuition, health insurance and stipend support. Our graduates hold distinguished positions in academia, industry, government, and other arenas of life science research, consulting, communications and policy. The application deadline for the 2022-23 Academic Year is December 1, 2021. 
 
Please note: The BPH program does not require or consider the GRE as part of its application process. In addition, applicants who are non-native English speakers and who received their undergraduate degree from an academic institution where English is not the primary language of instruction now have the option to submit scores for the International English Language Testing System – Academic test (IELTS) as proof of English proficiency.
 
More information can be found on our website: http://www.hsph.harvard.edu/biological-sciences/ or through these upcoming recruitment events:

BPH Virtual Open Houses:

Harvard Integrated Life Sciences (HILS) Open House:

BPH Attendance at National Conferences:

  • National Diversity in STEM  (SACNAS) Conference
    October 25-29, 2021
    via online platform
  • ABRCMS Conference
    November 10-13, 2021
    via online platform

For additional information about the BPH Ph.D. and Summer Intern Program, please contact us at bph [at] hsph [dot] harvard [dot] edu. 

Epidemiologist II, Alzheimer’s Registry

Category : Alumni

As an accredited public health department, we’re seeking a highly qualified candidates for the position of Epidemiologist II – Alzheimer’s Registry to join the Division of Health Protection, Epidemiology Section, Alzheimer Unit. Won’t you join us?  

Job Responsibilities

  • Maintains the Georgia Alzheimer’s disease and related dementia registry (ADRD).
  • Performs ongoing quality control checks on registry data.
  • Standardizes data format from multiple data sources and upload data into the ADRD registry database.
  • Designs and leads epidemiologic projects related to ADRD.
  • Analyzes, prepares and disseminates epidemiologic products (scientific manuscripts, abstracts, reports, fact sheets and info graphics).
  • Presents findings to stakeholders and at scientific conferences.
  • Coordinates meetings with stakeholders including the Division of Aging Services and the Alzheimer’s Association of Georgia. 
  • Writes data use agreements (DUA) with both federal and state partners.
  • Engage with other stakeholders for Alzheimer’s awareness and early diagnosis campaign across the state.
  • Prepares annual Alzheimer’s disease and related dementia epidemiologic report.

Minimum Qualifications

Master’s degree in Public Health or a closely related field from an accredited college or university AND Two years of experience performing epidemiologic work or work in a closely related field
OR
Bachelor’s degree in any field from an accredited college or university AND Three years of experience performing epidemiologic work or work in a closely related field
OR
Two years at the lower level (HCP180) or position equivalent.

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Advanced skills in the use of SAS software for performing data analysis.
  • Team player – ability to work well with people with different background and skill set.
  • Possess people skill to collaborate and engage with several partners across the state.
  • Experience in using large administrative datasets.

Deadline to apply: 10/10/2021 11:59 PM Eastern

To learn more and apply click here!

GRASP ORISE Fellowship Program

Category : Alumni

The GRASP ORISE Fellowship Program is hosted by the Geospatial Research Analysis, and Services Program (GRASP), Agency for Toxic Substances and Disease Registry (ATSDR) / Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), in partnership with Oak Ridge Institute for Science and Education (ORISE).

Fellowship Details: Rapid Response and Emergency Preparedness

The ORISE Fellowship is a one-year, full time fellowship. The Fellow will:

· Collaborate with the multidisciplinary GRASP staff, contribute to spatial public health projects, and have opportunities to access GRASP training.

· Expand their knowledge in the use of GIS and public health methods, software, tools, and data.

· Produce maps, develop GIS analyses, and contribute to research that enables CDC/ATSDR to better understand geospatial factors relevant to public health emergency responses as part of the Rapid Response and Emergency Preparedness Support (RREPS) Team within GRASP.

Possible project areas:

· Domestic: projects supporting COVID-19 response, hurricane response, etc.

· International: projects supporting the Global Polio Eradication Initiative, Ebola response, COVID-19 response, etc.

Qualification & Application Details

Eligibility:

Recent graduates or current undergraduate-, master-, or doctoral-level students with less than 4 years since graduation date.

Qualifications:

Education – degree or coursework in geography, GIS, public health, or computer science.

Required Skills – experience or competency with ArcGIS Pro or Desktop.

Preferred Skills – experience or competency with one or more of the following: ArcGIS Online, QGIS, R, Python, Tableau, PowerBI, SQL.

Preferred Qualifications – foreign language proficiency, professional or academic experience with one or more of the following: public health, emergency response, international work.

To apply: If interested, please email Adonica Scott (RWQ1 [at] cdc [dot] gov) using “GRASP RREPS ORISE” in subject line.

About GRASP, CDC/ATSDR

For nearly 30 years, GRASP has led the application of geography in public health to prevent disease, prolong life, and promote health. GRASP works across the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), the Agency for Toxic Substances and Disease Registry (ATSDR), and the public health community to examine patterns associated with environmental health, public health emergencies, infectious and chronic disease, and injury.

CSTE Mentorship Program

Category : Alumni Student Opportunities

The Council of State and Territorial Epidemiologists (CSTE) is the professional association for applied epidemiologists. The application for the 2021-2022 Mentorship Program has now been launched. This will be the fifth cohort for the Mentorship Program. The purpose of the program is to build relationships and foster shared learning among applied epidemiologists.  The goal is to promote the exploration of career opportunities in state, local, territorial, and tribal public health agencies. 

People may apply as either a mentor or mentee. Mentors and mentees are matched on common interests and their motivation for participating in the program.  Participants will receive monthly newsletters and participate in webinars and activities focused on professional development.  All participants will engage in virtual networking and personal development activities and have the opportunity to network with all participants. Each mentor and mentee pair is expected to connect virtually once a month. 

An opportunity for sponsored travel to the 2022 CSTE Annual Conference may be available for select program participants.  CSTE membership is encouraged but not required.  The estimated time requirement for both mentors and mentees is 1-2 hours per month. 

Requirements for mentees: Eligible mentees are entry level epidemiologists who graduated within the last 5 years or current graduate students. 

Requirements for mentors: No previous mentorship experience is required, and it is an ideal opportunity for mid-level epidemiologists.  Mentors are required to have at least three years of work experience. We are hosting a Prospective Mentor Webinar on October 5, 2020 at 3 pm ET to answer questions and provide more details about the mentor’s role in our program. 

For further details and FAQs, please visit www.cste.org/page/early-career/. Applications are due by October 11, 2021. Please let me know if you have any questions or would like to discuss further. 

Epidemiology Support Fellow, CDC

Category : Alumni

A research opportunity is currently available with the Division of Healthcare Quality Promotion (DHQP), Surveillance Branch at the National Center for Emerging and Zoonotic Infectious Diseases (NCEZID) at the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) in Atlanta, Georgia.

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) is one of the major operation components of the Department of Health and Human Services. CDC works to protect America from health, safety and security threats, both foreign and in the U.S. Whether diseases start at home or abroad, are chronic or acute, curable or preventable, human error or deliberate attack, CDC fights disease and supports communities and citizens to do the same.

The Division of Healthcare Quality Promotion, Surveillance Branch, oversees the National Healthcare Safety Network (NHSN), a web-based surveillance system used to gather and report data on healthcare-associated adverse events, associated risk and preventive factors, and antimicrobial use and resistance. This project will provide a support role in analyzing data from CDC information systems for surveillance and prevention of healthcare-associated infections (HAIs) in the United States. Activities will include analysis of multidrug resistance pathogens such as Clostridium difficile (C. difficile) or Methicillin resistant Staphylococcus aureus (MRSA). The participant will be involved in ongoing epidemiologic support to CDC Staff working on the National Healthcare Safety Network (NHSN), a system used by CDC and its partners for surveillance of HAIs, other adverse events in healthcare, and adherence to prevention practices.   

Anticipated Appointment Start Date: 2021; start date is flexible

This program, administered by ORAU through its contract with the U.S. Department of Energy to manage the Oak Ridge Institute for Science and Education, was established through an interagency agreement between DOE and CDC. The initial appointment can be up to one year, but may be renewed for an additional four years upon recommendation of CDC contingent on the availability of funds. The participant will receive a monthly stipend commensurate with educational level and experience. Proof of health insurance is required for participation in this program. The appointment is full-time at CDC in the Atlanta, Georgia, area. Participants do not become employees of CDC, DOE or the program administrator, and there are no employment-related benefits.

Qualifications

The qualified candidate should be currently pursuing or have received a master’s degree in one of the relevant fields. Degree must have been received within the past five years.

Eligibility Requirements

  • Degree: Master’s Degree received within the last 60 months or currently pursuing.
  • Discipline(s):
    • Communications and Graphics Design 
    • Computer, Information, and Data Sciences 
    • Life Health and Medical Sciences 
    • Mathematics and Statistics 

Deadline to apply: 10/01/2021 3:00 PM EST

Click here to apply

Senior Analyst, NYC Department of Health and Mental Hygiene

Category : Alumni

The mission of the Bureau of HIV/AIDS Prevention and Control (BHIV) is to end HIV transmission, promote the health of all New Yorkers with or vulnerable to HIV, reduce HIV-related inequities, and combat stigma.

The Research and Evaluation Unit in the HIV Prevention Program of the Bureau of HIV/AIDS Prevention and Control has an opening for a City Research Scientist III. Under the supervision of the Director of Research and Evaluation (R&E), as part of a diverse team conducting a dynamic portfolio of high priority projects aimed to Ending the HIV Epidemic (EHE) in New York City.

DUTIES WILL INCLUDE BUT NOT BE LIMITED TO:

• Lead and contribute to the preparation of reports, presentations and manuscripts for scientific journals/peer reviewed health publications.

• Perform data collection and complex data analyses; experience with SAS is essential.

• Oversee scientific study operations for select high-impact HIV prevention research and evaluation projects that include measure of uptake, access, and equity in the context of Ending the HIV Epidemic (EHE) programming and the impact of COVID-19 and the related response.

• Oversee the development and maintenance of project and data management systems across multiple projects.

• Oversee and conduct formative scientific research with community groups applying principles of community-based participatory research.

• Contribute to the development of comprehensive proposals, protocols and evaluation plans for innovative pilot programs and studies.

• Oversee and perform focused reviews of the scientific literature, peer reviewed health journals to inform project proposals, research reports; journal articles and special requests.

• Oversee study protocol materials related to human subjects protections for IRB review at the NYC DOHMH.

• Supervise data analysts and, as needed, student interns and fellows.

• Contribute to narrative and data reporting to federal funders and internal leadership on monitoring and evaluation activities and indicators, in collaboration with Research and Evaluation (R&E) analysts.

• Represent the Program and Bureau on committees and other planning/working groups as needed.

Minimum Qual Requirements

1.  For Assignment Level I (only physical, biological and environmental sciences and public health) A master’s degree from an accredited college or university with a specialization in an appropriate field of physical, biological or environmental science or in public health.
To be appointed to Assignment Level II and above, candidates must have:
1. A doctorate degree from an accredited college or university with specialization in an appropriate field of physical, biological, environmental or social science and one year of full-time experience in a responsible supervisory, administrative or research capacity in the appropriate field of specialization; or
2. A master’s degree from an accredited college or university with specialization in an appropriate field of physical, biological, environmental or social science and three years of responsible full-time research experience in the appropriate field of specialization; or
3. Education and/or experience which is equivalent to “1” or “2” above. However, all candidates must have at least a master’s degree in an appropriate field of specialization and at least two years of experience described in “2” above. Two years as a City Research Scientist Level I can be substituted for the experience required in “1” and “2” above.

NOTE:
Probationary Period
Appointments to this position are subject to a minimum probationary period of one year.

Preferred Skills

• Preferred candidates will have excellent analytic skills and reasoning.

• Knowledge of HIV Prevention strategies and the specific challenges of monitoring HIV prevention activities.

• At least 5 years of experience in program evaluation and monitoring.

• Strong written and oral communication skills.

• Experience disseminating findings through presentations and scientific manuscripts.

• Outstanding working knowledge of SAS, as well as Excel and other MS Office software.

• Proficiency in ArcGIS and/or Tableau.

• a general appreciation for data quality.

• Essential that the candidate have proven experience and expertise in evaluation/scientific research planning, implementation, analysis and reporting using quantitative data.

• An ability to work with a diverse staff of scientists, clinicians, and program managers within the Health Department as well as with other stakeholders including community members.

• All Research and evaluation Unit staff members are expected to maintain multiple projects simultaneously and function effectively both independently and as part of a team.

• This position requires substantial prior training and/or applied work in public health research.
 
To apply:
Apply online with a cover letter to https://a127-jobs.nyc.gov/.  In the Job ID search bar, enter: job ID number #  478976. Click here for more information.

We appreciate the interest and thank all applicants who apply, but only those candidates under consideration will be contacted.

The NYC Health Department is committed to recruiting and retaining a diverse and culturally responsive workforce. We strongly encourage people of color, people with disabilities, veterans, women, and lesbian, gay, bisexual, and transgender and gender non-conforming persons to apply.

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