CDC Foundation · 2 days ago
Epidemiologist
Maryland
Full-time
Remote
Entry, Mid Level
$74K/yr - $74K/yr
2+ years exp
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Responsibilities
Work with the drug overdose surveillance teams at OD2A-funded health departments to refine their epidemiology surveillance data processing
Conduct literature reviews on drug overdose-related topics
Develop summary and state-specific fact sheets and/or data visualizations based on nonfatal and fatal drug overdose data
Develop manuscripts, surveillance reports, and/or data briefs
Assist health departments in the submission of DOSE data including validation of site reports
Support the implementation of innovative surveillance activities within OD2A-funded health departments
Provide assistance to SUDORS data abstractors as it relates to applying the SUDORS case definition or interpreting SUDORS coding guidance
Assist with the completion or review of SUDORS closeout reports
Provide assistance with implementation and evaluation of the rapid opioid death detection (RODD) activity, including assessing case definition validity measures (i.e., sensitivity and positive predictive value) if applicable.
Actively participate in discussions of how to best use OD2A data for action
Attend DOSE and SUDORS workgroup meetings
Provides training, technical assistance, and consultative services regarding epidemiology and the control of diseases.
Serves as a point of contact for various personnel regarding moderately complex epidemiologic issues.
Develops policies and procedures for new and existing disease control programs.
Qualification
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Required
A Master’s degree is required
At least two years of experience leading the analysis of both qualitative and quantitative data
Proven ability to publish in peer-reviewed journals and present findings at conferences
Proficient in at least one statistical analysis software program
Microsoft Office Suite proficiency
Organizational skills demonstrating high attention to detail and the ability to organize multiple priorities
Strong communication skills, both written and oral
Experience working collaboratively with diverse stakeholders and engaging in strategic partnerships
Strong interpersonal skills required for teamwork and interaction with people across CDC and with external partners
Strong understanding of design and implementation of research and epidemiologic studies
Demonstrated ability to work well independently and within teams
Experience working in a virtual environment with remote partners and teams
Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Teams and Zoom
Preferred
Preferably a Master’s degree in public health or a health-related field
Proficient in SAS as a statistical analysis software program
Company
CDC Foundation
The CDC Foundation builds innovative partnerships to advance the Centers for Disease Control.
1,001-5,000 employees
Funding
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President and CEO
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