Job Description:

SUMMARY 

Under general direction of the CalCONNECT Reporting, Analytics, and Data Warehouse Team Lead, the Epidemiologist plans, develops, and conducts epidemiologic investigations and evaluations limited in scope and/or complexity to determine the effectiveness of system capabilities and disease control activities for conditions supported by the CalCONNECT system. The Epidemiologist collects, analyzes, and interprets statistical data and prepares epidemiologic reports. This position works to promote and protect the health and safety of Californians.

The salary range for this position is $90,000 to $119,000 annually depending on experience/qualifications. 

Must submit resume with application.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS 

• Assists with planning, designing, and conducting analyses related to case investigation and contact tracing activities implemented within CalCONNECT.


• Performs formal evaluation studies of CalCONNECT capabilities to guide programmatic workflows and future system enhancements.


• Designs, implements, and maintains complex data sets.


• Provides training, technical assistance, and consultative services regarding epidemiology and analysis of CalCONNECT data to system end users.


• Develops policies and standard operating procedures for analysis of CalCONNECT data.


• Prepare technical and non-technical summaries of work, scientific reports and manuscripts.


• Performs various other duties in support of section operations.

NON-ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS 

• Other duties as assigned

JOB QUALIFICATIONS 

Education/Experience 

• Master’s degree in public health or a closely related field from an accredited college or university


• At least two (2) years of relevant work experience performing epidemiologic work or work in a closely related field


• Experience conducting research on epidemiology of infectious diseases


• Experience with data visualization (e.g., Tableau) is preferred


• Experience with Geographic Information Systems (e.g., ArcGIS) is preferred


• Experience working collaboratively with diverse stakeholders and engaging in strategic partnerships


• Strong understanding of design and implementation of research and epidemiologic studies


• Microsoft Office Suite  

Certificates/Licenses/Clearances 

• None 
  

Other Skills, Knowledge, and Abilities 

• Possess strong data management and analysis skills
  
  Organizational skills demonstrating high attention to detail and the ability to organize multiple priorities


• Strong interpersonal skills required for teamwork and interaction with people across CDC and with external partners


• Knowledge of SAS, SPSS, STATA, or other statistical software


• Proficiency in writing comprehensive statistical and analytical reports


• Excellent written and oral communications


• Ability to work effectively in a stressful and fast-paced environment 
  

PHYSICAL DEMANDS 

• Stand: Frequently


• Sit: Frequently


• Handling / Fingering: Frequently


• Reach Outward: Occasionally


• Reach Above Shoulder: Occasionally


• Climb, Crawl, Kneel, Bend: Occasionally


• Lift / Carry: Occasionally - Up to 15 lbs


• Push/Pull: Occasionally - Up to 15 lbs


• See (Vision): Constantly


• Taste/Smell: Not Applicable

KEY 

• Not Applicable = Not required for essential functions


• Occasionally = (0 - 2 hrs/day)


• Frequently = (2+ - 5 hrs/day)


• Constantly = (5+ hrs/day) 
  

WORK ENVIRONMENT

Remote work location.  Must have functioning Wi-Fi/internet access at remote location.

EEOC STATEMENT

It is the policy of Heluna Health to provide equal employment opportunities without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, marital status, veteran status, sexual orientation, genetic information or any other protected characteristic under applicable law.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities

The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor’s legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)

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