Public Health Entomologist - Part Time - 20014929

State of Ohio • Columbus, OH

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About The Position

The Bureau of Infectious Diseases is seeking a part-time Public Health Entomologist to join the Zoonotic Disease Program. This position will independently conduct field & laboratory investigations related to arthropod-borne & zoonotic disease or related to arthropods, which are agents of disease or injury. This position will also evaluate the effectiveness of control measures on vector populations. Additional job duties may include\: Gather & analyze data on the efficacy of pesticides applied experimentally or in routine practice & makes recommendations from the results. Maintain data on distribution, biology & public health importance of arthropods in Ohio. Receive & identify specimens submitted by local health departments, medical facilities & the general public. Perform pooling, serum separation & tissue extraction of disease surveillance specimens & suspect disease vector pest species for microbiological testing. Respond to questions from local health agencies, medical personnel & general public. Design & create educational materials (e.g., informative fliers, training manuals, reports) concerned with arthropod-borne diseases & their vectors & other arthropods of public health importance. Normal working hours are Monday through Friday, 8\:00am to 12\:00pm. This is a n hourly position, wit h a pay range of 32 on the OCSEA Pay Range Schedule.

Requirements

• Completion of graduate core program in biological sciences (e.g., entomology; biochemistry; microbiology; molecular genetics; plant biology; biology; zoology; ecology) to include coursework in entomology, insect physiology & structure & laboratory procedures.
• OR Equivalent of Minimum Class Qualifications For Employment noted above.

Nice To Haves

• Completion of a graduate or advanced degree in entomology
• Experience conducting entomological field and laboratory investigations
• Experience collecting and/or identifying mosquitoes or ticks
• Experience working with arthropods, surveillance & control equipment, and chemicals
• Experience analyzing data and preparing scientific or technical reports
• Experience communicating with general public and government agencies (e.g., training, presentations, outreach)
• Experience with public health surveillance programs and interagency coordination
• Experience responding to public health emergencies or threats
• Experience developing educational materials (e.g., manuals, brochures, training resources)
• Education or experience in biosafety procedures and laboratory safety practices
• Experience with specialized entomological lab equipment and insectary maintenance

Responsibilities

• Independently conduct field & laboratory investigations related to arthropod-borne & zoonotic disease or related to arthropods, which are agents of disease or injury.
• Evaluate the effectiveness of control measures on vector populations.
• Gather & analyze data on the efficacy of pesticides applied experimentally or in routine practice & makes recommendations from the results.
• Maintain data on distribution, biology & public health importance of arthropods in Ohio.
• Receive & identify specimens submitted by local health departments, medical facilities & the general public.
• Perform pooling, serum separation & tissue extraction of disease surveillance specimens & suspect disease vector pest species for microbiological testing.
• Respond to questions from local health agencies, medical personnel & general public.
• Design and create educational materials (e.g., informative fliers, training manuals, reports) concerned with arthropod-borne diseases & their vectors & other arthropods of public health importance.

Benefits

• Medical Coverage
• Free Dental, Vision and Basic Life Insurance premiums after completion of eligibility period
• Paid time off, including vacation, personal, sick leave and 11 paid holidays per year
• Childbirth, Adoption, and Foster Care leave
• Education and Development Opportunities (Employee Development Funds, Public Service Loan Forgiveness, and more)
• Public Retirement Systems ( such as OPERS, STRS, SERS, and HPRS ) & Optional Deferred Compensation ( Ohio Deferred Compensation )

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Mid Level