Epidemiologist - Hybrid Nasville, TN

Novalink Solutions LLC•Nashville, TN

1d•Hybrid

About The Position

The Maternal Health Section within the Division of Family Health and Wellness (FHW) of the Tennessee Department of Health (TDH) is seeking a contract Epidemiologist to support the Family Planning program, including Title X reporting and compliance, as well as the Presumptive Eligibility program.

Requirements

Proficient in analytical methods and statistical software; SAS experience preferred
Expert in Microsoft suite (Excel, Outlook, Word, PowerPoint)
Experience with data visualization
Experience managing databases; REDCap experience is strongly preferred
Strong oral and written communication skills; technical writing skills are required
Experience supporting and evaluating public health programs is strongly preferred
Graduation from an accredited college or university with a master’s degree in epidemiology, biostatistics, statistics, health information, or public health with a minimum of two years of experience.

Nice To Haves

SAS experience preferred
REDCap experience is strongly preferred
Experience supporting and evaluating public health programs is strongly preferred

Responsibilities

Design and maintain databases and surveillance systems
Develop data collection tools
Analyze and evaluate program data to track performance metrics
Conduct descriptive epidemiologic analyses and interpret findings
Create reports and data visualizations to summarize findings
Convey information or findings to internal and external partners
Identify opportunities for technical assistance or data quality improvement
Ensure that all generated reports follow Data Release Guidelines
Work with program directors and communications specialists to develop infographics and disseminate findings among clinical and community partners
Provide epidemiological support to the Maternal and Child Health Block Grant