Epidemiologist III

TX-HHSC-DSHS-DFPS • Austin, TX

10d • $5,099 - $6,702 • Hybrid

About The Position

Under the direction of the Data Management and Analytics Group Manager, the Epidemiologist III performs advanced senior-level epidemiological work related to HIV/HCV/STD data management and analyses. The Epidemiologist III performs research and epidemiological work that may require specialized knowledge of health behaviors related to HIV/HCV/STD transmission which includes but not limited to a) assisting with the planning and execution of epidemiological and surveillance projects, b) the collection and analyses of data through these projects, c) analyzing HIV/HCV/STD surveillance and program data to process data requests d) assisting with other data management responsibilities of the group, e) utilizing the NEDSS based system (NBS) and other relevant surveillance systems for data analytic activities, f) participating in, and evaluation of the development of data management and analytic procedures, protocols, and guidelines, g) assisting with quality assurance measures to ensure disease data analyses is accurate and timely, h) performing other duties as assigned. Work is performed with general supervision and moderate latitude for the use of initiative and independent judgment.

Requirements

• Master’s Degree in Public Health (MPH) or closely related field (e.g., MSPH, MHA, Biostatistics) with relevant coursework in Epidemiology or Biostatistics required.
• Minimum of 2 years of professional experience in data management and analysis with large public health datasets using advanced statistical software, such as SAS, R, Stata, or Python.

Nice To Haves

• Knowledge of major functions of public health.
• Knowledge of statistical analyses concepts, database mangement and their applications to public health surveillance and research.
• Knowledge of the health status, socioeconomic and demographic measures used in public health.
• Knowledge of population, socioeconomic and health outcomes data sources.
• Knowledge of programming logic and scripting.
• Knowledge of human subjects protections and issues of confidentiality.
• Knowledge of Human Immunodeficiency Virus (HIV) and other infectious diseases.
• Skill in the use of computers and software relevant to data collection and data analyses e.g. NEDSS Based System, Excel, PowerPoint, Epi Info, SPSS, and Access.
• Skill in using Internet publishing/graphics presentation software such as Tableau.
• Skill in using SAS, and in writing syntax to perform analyses.
• Skill in verbal and written communications.
• Skill in working with sensitive personal health information.
• Ability to understand, organize, manipulate, manage complex data and query complex databases.
• Ability to use population data for public health planning and evaluation.
• Ability to organize and prioritize work and meet deadlines.
• Ability to exercise independent judgment and show initiative.
• Ability to communicate effectively with data users and coworkers.
• Ability to interpret public health laws, rules, regulations, and recommendations related to HIV/HCV/STD.
• Ability to understand, organize, manipulate, and maintain complex data.
• Ability to work effectively independently and as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Conducts HIV/HCV/STD research investigations, surveillance and assessment based on standard scientific methods, programmatic needs or new/innovative approaches.
• Provides research and technical assistance to HIV/HCV/STD program areas regarding epidemiological methods, research/surveillance design, and program evaluation assessment of public health practices.
• Prepares data to be uploaded to a web-based query system as needed.
• Assists to provide HIV/HCV/STD data to policy makers, public health practitioners, internal and external partners and the public.
• Conducts analyses of survey collected data.
• Applies appropriate advanced statistical and/or analytical procedures.
• Current projects focus on HIV/HCV/STD behavioral risk factors, testing, treatment, transmission, medical care and clinical outcomes.
• Participates in epidemiological and surveillance HIV/HCV/STD project activities including, development of local survey questions, development and review of survey formative assessment and medical chart abstractions.
• Presents results and findings of studies to appropriate audiences.
• Assists with the reviews of reports, manuscripts, and other documents for accuracy in content, statistics and interpretation of data.
• Actively participating and/or serving in a supporting role to meet the agency's obligations for disaster response and/or recovery or Continuity of Operations (COOP) activation.
• Attends work on a regular and predictable schedule in accordance with agency leave policy and performs other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Insurance coverage and other benefits available through the State of Texas Group Benefits Plan administered by the Employee Retirement System of Texas (ERS).

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior