Postdoctoral Fellow – Global Maternal and Child Health Epidemiology

Position Description
The HaSET (“happiness” in Amharic”) Global Maternal and Child Health Research Program at the Harvard Chan School of Public Health invites applications for a Postdoctoral Fellow. Our program works closely with partners in Ethiopia and Ethiopia’s Federal Ministry of Health to generate evidence to improve maternal and child health programs and policies. In addition, we provide technical capacity building to colleagues in program implementation, data analysis, and use of evidence for policy and action.

Research will be conducted jointly by the Harvard School of Public Health, Boston Children’s Hospital, and several Ethiopian institutions. The Postdoctoral Researcher will provide research and implementation leadership in Ethiopia, under the mentorship of Professor Grace Chan, and will work closely with the Boston and Ethiopia teams to oversee study activities. The successful candidate will develop and extend skills in study implementation and supervision, project research design, protocol development, data quality monitoring, quantitative and qualitative data analysis, results dissemination, and will have an opportunity to lead substudies and collaborate on research papers. The successful candidate will also join the HaSET fellowship program, which offers teaching opportunities and partnerships with Ethiopian postdoctoral fellows. The candidate will work closely with the growing Boston and Ethiopia-based research teams comprising program managers, data analysts, field implementers, data system developers, trainees and faculty on the HaSET team.

Basic Qualifications
Doctoral qualification in epidemiology, statistics, public health, or a related field with 2+ years research experience. The ideal candidate will have experience conducting research in global health, particularly in low-and-middle income countries. Desired skills include:
● Excellent analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills to ensure high quality data collection, cleaning, and analysis.
● Knowledge of study design, sampling approaches and sample size estimation, descriptive and advanced statistical methods such as longitudinal data analysis, causal inference methods, complex survey analysis etc.
● Experience analyzing prospective cohort and health surveillance system data is desired.
● Experience conducting mixed methods studies and qualitative data collection (e.g. in-depth interviews, focus groups, Delphi methods) is an asset.
● Experience with scoping and systematic literature reviews (and meta-analysis).
● Knowledge of STATA and data management (e.g., web-based electronic data capture system such as REDCAP or ODK).
● Excellent interpersonal and oral and written communication skills.
● Ability to work independently and as part of a team with collaborators, stakeholders, and research staff.
● Research experience in global maternal and child health, particularly in East Africa, is an asset.

Additional Qualifications
The position is based in Boston with frequent travel to Ethiopia. Commitment is for one year with the potential for renewal for an additional year.

Special Instructions
Applications should include a cover letter, curriculum vitae, a statement of research, and three references.

Contact Information
Jenna Daniel, HaSET Program Coordinator

Contact Email jennadaniel [at] hsph [dot] harvard [dot] edu

For more information and to apply, click HERE.

CDC Health Communications Fellowship

Application Deadline: 1/27/2020 3:00:00 PM Eastern Time Zone
Description
*Applications will be reviewed on a rolling-basis.

An opportunity is currently available with the Communications, Education, and Behavioral Studies Branch, in the 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 DTBE is to promote health and quality of life by preventing, controlling, and eventually eliminating tuberculosis in the United States.

The research participant will be placed in the Communications, Education, and Behavioral Studies Branch (CEBSB) within the DTBE. This project will provide the participant with an educational experience in health communications and social marketing around tuberculosis disease and latent tuberculosis infection.

Under the guidance of a mentor, the participant will be involved in the following activities:

• Contributing to the development of health communication materials, products, and messages
• Conducting communications research
• Disseminating health information through a variety of communication channels
• Participating in the development and implementation of a communications campaign to reach key target audiences with important health messages
• Supporting community engagement and mobilization activities through social marketing efforts
• Contributing to 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
• Participating in message testing efforts around tuberculosis and latent tuberculosis infection testing and treatment for high risk groups
• Participating in Branch and Team meetings
• Maintaining communication with project leaders
  This participant will be engaged with Branch leadership and project staff. Opportunities for networking with subject matter experts will be made available.

Anticipated Appointment Start Date: January 6, 2020

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 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 have received a master’s degree in one of the relevant fields. Degree must have been received within five years of the appointment start date.

Preferred skills:

Some experience in social marketing, health education/communication
Excellent oral and written communication skills
Eligibility Requirements
Degree: Master’s Degree received within the last 60 month(s).

To apply, click HERE.

Chief Epidemiologist

Description
The Georgia Department of Public Health is the lead agency entrusted by the people of the state of Georgia with the ultimate responsibility for the health of communities and the entire population.

The agency is seeking a highly qualified candidate for the position of Chief Epidemiologist within the Fulton County District.

Job Responsibilities
Desired Knowledge and Experience

At least 5 years of experience as a manager in public health practice at a state or county health department with an emphasis on applied epidemiology and infection control
Ability to oversee, manage, and supervise the work of epidemiologists conducting health and epidemiologic surveillance.
Knowledge of research methods, procedures, and techniques used in identifying and evaluating disease characteristics
Substantial knowledge of infectious and/or chronic disease processes and practices used in the control of these diseases
Experience in the investigation and response to disease outbreaks and other public health emergencies
Considerable knowledge of relevant agency policies and procedures and knowledge of state and Federal laws, statues, and regulations.
Experience in data management including: (1) experience analyzing large syndromic surveillance or other healthcare datasets using SAS or other similar software packages, and (2) presenting these analyses orally and in writing.
Experience with grant writing and other funding proposals

Organizational Management
Attract, develop, coach, and retain high-performance team members, empowering them to elevate their level of responsibility, span of control, and performance.
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with coworkers, managers and clients in a global and matrixed environment.
Knowledge of the principles of leadership and how to effectively interact with various leadership styles
Ability to effectively prioritize and manage multiple tasks and projects.
Ensure effective collaborative partnerships among the data team members and with key stakeholders.
Ability to participate in after-hour activities including partner meetings, investigations, outbreaks and emergency responses as needed.

Communication
Effective verbal and written communication, such as oral presentations, written reports, articles, and/or abstracts
Ability to establish effective working relationships with internal and external partners and stakeholders including federal, regional, state, and local stakeholders in partnerships, coalitions, councils, and/or associations, healthcare providers, elected officials.
Minimum Qualifications
Doctorate degree in Public Health, Epidemiology, Biostatistics or a closely related field AND Two years of experience supervising/leading epidemiologic programs
OR
Master’s degree in Public Health or a closely related field AND Three years of experience performing epidemiologic work or work in a closely related field in a supervisory or team lead role
OR
Two years at the lower level or position equivalent with management/supervisory responsibilities.

Preferred qualifications include:

Prior experience working in a state or local public health department, ideally as an epidemiologist
Appreciation for public health research and its role for informing programmatic priorities of local health departments
Enthusiasm for learning from epidemiologic data and using that data to inform public health practice
Experience and/or interest in Public Health Department Accreditation

For more information and to apply, click HERE.

2019 Adopt-a-Scholar Application

ORISE Opportunity

The ORISE Research Participation Program at CDC is a training and succession planning mechanism designed to provide opportunities to students, postgraduates, and university faculty to participate in project-specific CDC research, current public health research, and developmental activities. It is an educational and developmental program formed in partnership with Oak Ridge Associated Universities (ORAU) and the US Department of Energy (DOE) through an Interagency Agreement.

Criteria:

The ORISE fellow must be enrolled in an accredited college or university working toward a degree in a STEM or Public Health field; or have received a college degree within 5 years prior to the initial ORISE appointment date; or serve as a full time faculty member at an accredited college or university within the United States.
The fellow may be a non-US citizen, but must comply with all applicable immigration laws and requirements authorizing employment within the United States.
The initial ORISE appointment is approved for one year, with subsequent extensions in one year intervals which is limited to a total of up to five years from the initial start date.
The CDC mentor is responsible for the daily guidance or leadership of the participants, including performance appraisals, disciplinary actions, and establishing schedules (days and hours).
The ORISE participant must be located in a CDC facility (i.e., Atlanta, GA) with the assigned mentor.

Specific requirements for candidates for CDC OSH Surveillance team:

In general, the ORISE fellow searches, synthesizes and interprets information relevant to advance tobacco prevention and control efforts. Reviews and analyzes studies and projects assessing public health issues related to tobacco prevention and control in order to make recommendations or processes, procedures and/or policies related to public health programs, practices and research. Communicates information to various audiences. Prepares scientific and other articles and technical reports for publication.

More specifically, the fellow will be trained in surveillance and evaluation, and provide analytic support related to critical priorities of the Office; the fellow will serve a key role in: conducting surveillance, analysis, and research; assist in developing data summaries/briefing documents, authoring (co-authoring) papers and other materials, and supporting activities with internal and external audiences to advance tobacco prevention and control efforts. The fellow will also support the three cycles of National Youth Tobacco Survey (NYTS) – i.e., work on publications based on collected data from past year; day to day survey support for administration of current year’s data; help prepare the data collection of future years.

Desired skills:

Strong data analysis skills
Experience with following statistical tools: SAS and SAS-callable SUDAAN
Good writing skills

Stipend:

The initial stipend is determined primarily in consideration of the educational level obtained.
Master’s degree = equivalent to GS-9 step 1
MD/PhD/equivalent = equivalent to GS-11 step 1

MD/PhD equivalent with at least two years of related post graduate work will have a stipend equivalent to GS-12 step 1. Additional steps at this degree level may be added for related post graduate work experience up to a maximum of the equivalent of GS-12 step 4. Specifically, MD/PhD equivalent with at least three years of related post graduate work will have a stipend equivalent to GS-12 step 2, at least four years GS-12 step 3, and at least five years GS-12 step 4.

*Initial stipend will be based on the GS-pay table in place on the appointment start date*

How to apply:

Send CV to jze1 [at] cdc [dot] gov with subject line: “ORISE fellow candidate”
Go to: https://www.zintellect.com/, and register

Infection Preventionist, Piedmont Healthcare

JOB PURPOSE:

Responsible for leading and driving safety and quality performance improvement initiatives to address trends and deficiencies in Infection Prevention as identified by the Surveillance and Analysis team and set by PHC QSS. Promotes a culture of continuous improvement in the reduction of infections through use of Lean methodology, coaching, tools, data analysis, reliability, sustainability and spread. Manages and supports a portfolio of strategic projects using the performance improvement model. Ensures all performance improvement activities are in compliance with regulatory and accreditation bodies.

Key Responsibilities
Acts as subject matter expert and resource to entities regarding infection prevention and control measures, including identification of infectious disease processes.
Performs healthcare associated infections surveillance through collection, review, analysis and interpretation of data from various sources.
Implements and ensures compliance of Infection Prevention policies, procedures, and guidelines (i.e. Hand Hygiene).
Identifies issues of epidemiological/infection prevention and control significance.
Applies an epidemiological approach to problem solving in leading improvement teams and delivers
guidance for the implementation of Evidence Based Medicine in quality initiatives and/or throughout the pathway program.
Provides consultation and expertise including prevention and control of the transmission of infectious disease, management of isolation patients, PPE usage, safe injection practices, disinfection, sterilization, environmental cleaning, facilities management (maintenance, renovation and construction), water management, evaluation of new products, such as hand sanitizer.
Maintains currency with CMS guidelines, hospital accreditation, and public health as it relates to infection prevention.
Is knowledgeable of blood-borne pathogens and OSHA standards, exposure control plan.
Participates with plant operations, engineering, and construction when completing Infection Control Risk Assessments (ICRAs) for projects.
Collaborates with employee health and safety to ensure best practice for employee health and exposures.
Educates, advises and consults with physicians, nurses, and healthcare personnel concerning infection prevention practices and delivers prepared staff education programs, including hospital orientations.
Provides patient and family education and assists other healthcare personnel to carry out such teachings as requested by clinical team.
Communicates effectively with executive and leadership teams at entities, and outside agencies regarding infection prevention practices.
Work with operational leaders to identify root causes and trends among healthcare associated infections.
Leads quarterly Infection Prevention Committee Meetings and communicates data and opportunities to appropriate staff.
Determines opportunities for improvement based on data analysis including activities to decrease healthcare associate infections and improve patient outcomes.
Works collaboratively with infectious disease physician(s) or Chair of Infection Prevention Committee.
Leads in the development and implementation of the annual infection control plan and risk assessment.
Assists and supports on infection prevention related education, projects, and presentation activities.
Participates in on-call and coverage assignments.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Nursing with a current license in the State of Georgia as a Registered Nurse or

NLC/eNLC Multistate License OR Master’s degree in Microbiology, Public Heath, Biology, Epidemiology,

Medical Technology or other related science field.

Current License in the State of Georgia as a Registered Nurse or NLC/eNLC Multistate License.

For more information and to apply, click HERE.

Epidemiologist, FDA Center for Tobacco Products

Summary
This Direct-Hire position is located in the Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS), Food and Drug Administration (FDA), Center for Tobacco Products (CTP), Office of Science (OS) located in Beltsville, Maryland

Responsibilities
Serve as a scientific expert, familiarity with scientific developments in the field of epidemiology.
Analyze data obtained from epidemiologic studies and surveillance systems designed to investigate tobacco use behavior, its determinants, and/or health impacts.
Evaluate epidemiologic protocols, proposals, study reports and other submissions.
Coordinate and conduct epidemiologic studies and analyses to inform product regulation.
Communicate findings of scientific research and product reviews in writing through white papers, memos and peer-reviewed literature.
Develop and maintain collaborations within professional and scientific organizations in the field of tobacco epidemiology to advance the Center for Tobacco Products mission.

Travel Required
Occasional travel – You may be expected to travel for this position.

For more information and to apply, click HERE.

Director of Program Services: Non- Infectious Disease Programs

Overview
The Director of Program Services (DPS) for Noninfectious Disease (NID) Programs leads and monitors project and program initiation and closeout, reviews program/project performance, and sets departmental standards for outcome-driven complex public health programs – comprised of multiple, temporary, unique, and related projects. The DPS works in collaboration with NID leadership, program officers, and other internal and external stakeholders to ensure effective program and project initiation, performance, and closeout. With minimal supervision, discretion, and independent judgment, the DPS is responsible for the coordinated initiation, monitoring, and closeout of programs directed toward the CDC Foundation’s strategic and business objectives.

Qualifications and Necessary Skills
1. Minimum of 10 years of project management or related professional experience with a Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university required with emphasis on business administration preferred. Or, minimum of 8 years of project management or related professional experience with a Master’s degree in business administration or related field from an accredited college or university required.
2. Knowledge and skills needed to review programs/projects to improve on-time, on-budget performance.
3. Ability to make decisions that accomplish organizational, departmental, and programmatic strategic objectives.
4. Advanced skills in program initiation; budget development, modeling, and management; program review; compliance; communication; and creative problem solving.
5. Experience and proficiency handling public-private partnerships (or functional equivalent collaborations).
6. Excellent written and verbal communication skills with experience preparing, writing, and editing complex documents such as detailed reports to donors and briefing documents for internal leadership, donors, and other stakeholders/partners.
7. Strong analytical and technical skills such as monitoring and evaluating the completion of deliverables and financial performance of portfolios comprised of diverse programs and projects.
8. Experience with enterprise resource planning (ERP) systems and software packages used to manage day-to-day business activities such as accounting and project management, preferred.
9. Ability to represent the CDC Foundation and its partners, leading discussions and negotiations concerning program initiation, implementation, closeout, and evaluation.
10. Outstanding interpersonal and teamwork skills; collegial, energetic, and able to develop productive relationships with colleagues, donors, stakeholders, and partners.
11. Sound judgment and maturity, exemplified by consistent professionalism in dealing with individuals at all levels both internally and externally.

Duties and Responsibilities
1. Monitor and manage NID program/project pipeline, including tracking new opportunities, monitoring timelines and deliverables for existing projects and programs, ensuring appropriate project and program staffing, and ensuring timely and accurate closeout of projects and programs.
2. Lead the conceptualization, initiation, ongoing performance review, and closeout of NID programs/projects that span internal departments, organizations, geographic regions, and cultures.
3. Ensure appropriate NID program/project organization, staffing, kickoff, and handoff by leading project and program set up, internal and external staff recruitment, and engagement with partners and stakeholders.
4. Lead assurance of program/project adherence to organizational and departmental standards, compliance with donor agreement requirements, and appropriate tracking toward meeting milestones and deliverables within budget parameters.
5. Lead department-wide program/project closeout including review and submission of all project deliverables and reports, budget review, development of final and after-action reports, and closeout in all internal systems.
6. Review and provide guidance on preparation, finalization, and submission of narrative and financial reports or updates to donors in collaboration with departmental staff and leadership.
7. Lead department-level implementation of organizational standards around project initiation, implementation, and closeout, with an emphasis on budget management, milestones and deliverables management, relationship building, strategic planning, and auditing/evaluating program impact and performance.
8. Lead department-level implementation of organizational standards around project and program recruitment, hiring, supervision, and off boarding of field employees.
9. Lead NID trainings on the ERP, key operational systems, and departmental and organizational policies/procedures.
10. Develop NID standards around supporting emerging organizational strategic imperatives.
11. Serve as tactical lead for departmental operations.
12. Serve as the operational liaison with other internal departments and external stakeholders and partners.
13. Supervise staff assigned to departmental operational activities.
14. Participates in and/or leads special projects and other duties as assigned.

For more information and to apply, click HERE.

Sharepoint/Redcap Developer/Analyst, Northrup Grumman

Description:

Are you interested in expanding your career through experience and exposure, all while supporting a mission that seeks to ensure the security of our nation and its allies If so, then Northrop Grumman is the place for you. As a leading global security company, we provide innovative systems, products and solutions to our customers worldwide. We are comprised of diverse professionals that bring different perspectives and ideas, understanding that the more experiences we bring to our work the more innovative we can be. As we continue to build our workforce we look for people that exemplify our core values, leadership characteristics, and approach to innovation.

Roles and Responsibilities:

Develop, maintain, and update program tools using RedCap, Excel, Word, and Access to facilitate data collection and management for CDC-funded programs including infection control, outbreaks, grantee management, and patient safety related activities.
Design, develop, demonstrate and test web applications and tools (e.g., PowerBI) as a method for automating routine functions, connecting public health agencies and other partners, and visualizing multiple sources of data.
Develop fillable Adobe pdf documents.

Develop and maintain technical expertise in the function and use of the SharePoint platform as a method of communicating technical assistance information to state public health agencies and other critical partners, including thorough understanding of the application from a user perspective. Respond to inquiries or requests for assistance in this area.

Develop and maintain technical expertise in the function and use of RedCap, PowerBI, and other data management platforms as a method of data exchange and data visualization between the CDC customer and state public health agencies and other critical partners. Respond to inquiries or requests for assistance in this area.

Develop and maintain technical expertise in the function and use of Zoom webinar platform as a method of communicating with public health agencies and other partners. Schedule and provide webinar support for CDC customer. Respond to inquiries for assistance in this area.

Maintain and update CDC developed assessment tools, including VBA coding to allow for data extraction and summarization, and make modifications and improvements as needed.

Perform data analysis and develops data visualization tools and reports to facilitate evaluation of CDC-funded program impact.

Provide general information systems and informatics support to CDC customer.

Independently identify opportunities to improve information system efficiency, user experience, and data stability. Make recommendations for system improvements compatible with team strategy and goals.

Assist with full range of support for systems including entry, entry portal development, improvement of portal, and updating of systems and tools based on feedback from or partners.

Qualifications

Basic Qualifications:

• Bachelors degree in computer science, data science, information systems management, mathematics, operations research, statistics, or engineering with a minimum of 5 years of experience or minimum of 8 years to satisfy education and experience requirement.
• 5 years of experience in system design, system analysis, and business analysis experience.
• 5 years of experience with Visual Basic Applications (VBA), MS Excel, Word and Access and MS SQL Server.
  RedCap and PowerBI experience a must.
• Strong ability to interact with scientists, end users, other developers, external partners, and management to determine system parameters and requirements throughout the development life cycle.
• Must be a US Citizen or a Green Card Holder

For more information and to apply, click HERE.

CDC Behavioral Sciences Fellowship, ORISE

Division of Tuberculosis Elimination

A fellowship opportunity is available in the National Center for HIV/AIDS, Viral Hepatitis, STD, and TB Prevention (NCHHSTP) in Atlanta, GA. The ORISE fellow will work in the Communications, Education, and Behavioral Studies Branch (CEBSB) within the Division of Tuberculosis Elimination (DTBE).

Duration:

The initial appointment is for one year, but may be renewed for an additional year upon recommendation of CDC contingent on the availability of funds.

Duties and Responsibilities:

Specific activities may include:

• Contributing to formative research efforts and communications for behavioral change
• Aiding the development of question guides and protocols for key informant interviews and focus groups
• Helping to transcribe interview and focus group discussions
• Preparing transcripts for qualitative data analysis
• Participating in data analyses
• Assisting in drafting and reviewing internal documents and reports
• Presenting findings and recommendations at national forums and in peer-reviewed journals
• Supporting message testing efforts around tuberculosis and latent tuberculosis infection testing and treatment for high risk groups
• Participating in Branch and Team meetings
• Maintaining communication with project leaders

For more information and to apply, click HERE.