Epidemiologist

Centers for Disease Control and Prevention • Tucson, AZ

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About The Position

This position is located in the Department of Health and Human Services, National Center for Chronic Disease Prevention and Health Promotion, headquartered in Atlanta, Georgia. The Epidemiologist conducts epidemiologic studies and surveillance, analyzes and interprets public health data, provides consultation and technical assistance to public health partners, and communicates scientific findings to inform public health action.

Requirements

• A bachelor's or graduate/higher-level degree with a major study in an academic field related to the medical field, health sciences, or allied sciences appropriate to the work; the degree must be from a program accredited by a body recognized by the U.S. Department of Education when the degree was obtained.
• At least one year of specialized experience equivalent to at least the GS-12 grade level in Federal service, including all of the following: designing epidemiological studies to evaluate public health issues, health outcomes, and population health trends; overseeing epidemiological research and surveillance activities; implementing epidemiological studies to assess disease burden, health risks, and factors affecting community health; and conducting epidemiological analyses to inform public health programs, policies, and interventions for diverse populations.
• U.S. citizenship is required.
• Males born after December 31, 1959 must be registered with or exempt from Selective Service.
• Must be suitable for Federal employment and meet time-in-grade restrictions by the announcement closing date.
• Appointment is subject to successful completion of a background security investigation and favorable adjudication.
• All qualification requirements must be met by the announcement closing date.
• A financial disclosure statement may be required.
• Federal employees must receive salary payments by direct deposit.
• A probationary or trial period may be required.

Responsibilities

• Design epidemiologic studies, develop data collection tools, review literature, and implement methods to assess public health issues and disease trends.
• Analyze and interpret public health data using epidemiologic and statistical methods to evaluate data quality and identify health trends.
• Provide epidemiologic consultation and technical assistance to Federal, State, and local partners on study design, surveillance systems, data collection, and evaluation of public health programs.
• Prepare and disseminate scientific findings through technical reports, manuscripts, presentations, and publications, translating epidemiologic data into actionable public health information.
• Oversee epidemiological research and surveillance activities addressing health system priorities and population health concerns.
• Implement epidemiological studies to assess disease burden, health risks, and factors affecting community health.
• Conduct epidemiological analyses to inform public health programs, policies, and interventions for diverse populations.

Benefits

• Federal employees and their families have access to a comprehensive benefits package; specific benefits depend on the position and eligibility.
• Incentives may be authorized, subject to factors including funding availability. Possible incentives include moving expenses, recruitment or relocation incentives, student loan repayment, superior qualifications appointment, and creditable service for annual leave.

What This Job Offers

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