Public Health Epidemiologist (Durham County) -- Temporary

State of North Carolina • Durham, NC

4d • Onsite

About The Position

This is a temporary position with the North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services, Public Health, Chronic Disease & Injury. The position is located at 65 Moore Drive, Durham, NC 27713, and pays $40.00 per hour, based on education and/or relevant work experience reflected on the application. The role focuses on analyzing cancer- and tobacco-related data, developing data products and tracking systems, and supporting public health program planning and communication. Temporary employees receive no leave or retirement benefits. Those who work an annual average of 30 or more hours per week may be eligible for health insurance coverage under the High Deductible Health Plan. Permanent and time-limited North Carolina State Government employees must separate from their existing position to take a temporary position, and temporary employees may hold only one state temporary assignment at a time.

Requirements

• Master's degree in Epidemiology or a closely related health field from an appropriately accredited institution and two years of related experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Applicants must be fully qualified for the job.

Responsibilities

• Analyze cancer- and tobacco-related incidence, mortality, screening, risk factor, and behavioral data using state and national surveillance systems and population-based surveys to inform program planning and implementation.
• Develop interactive dashboards and visual data products that communicate complex information to diverse audiences.
• Lead the design, maintenance, and adaptation of data tracking systems and interactive dashboards to track program performance, policy surveillance, and local tobacco control activities.
• Support development of data tools, including dashboards and compliance monitoring systems.
• Create maps, data visualizations, and summary reports to share data with stakeholders and inform program planning and public health communication efforts.

Benefits

• Temporary employees who work an annual average of 30 or more hours per week may be eligible for health insurance coverage under the High Deductible Health Plan (HDHP).

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time