State of Florida · 6 days ago
OPS BIOLOGICAL SCIENTIST IV - 64952562
St. Petersburg, FL
Full-time
Onsite
Entry, Mid Level
$25/hr - $25/hr
1+ years expThe State of Florida's Department of Health is seeking an OPS Biological Scientist IV to support their Research & Surveillance Program. The role involves conducting research projects, monitoring disease surveillance, and analyzing health data trends to improve public health outcomes.
Government Administration
Responsibilities
Conducts special research projects, surveillance monitoring, and reporting related to data collected by Disease Control Programs
Conducts complex activities involving the surveillance and investigation of disease by utilizing a suite of software tools
Collects, compiles, and analyzes data from Disease Control systems in order to evaluate health data trends, detect public health threats, evaluate program effectiveness, determine progress on agency objectives, and for continuous program improvement
Applies statistical methodology to provide information for scientific research and statistical analysis
Assist in preparing periodic performance and morbidity reports
Assist with logistical and organizational program materials
Collects and verifies data for the Strategic Plan, Community Health Assessment, and Snapshot measures
Prepares and conducts presentations for staff and partners as needed to share public health data
Surveillance activities may include investigation design, targeted field investigations, and data analysis
Ensures timely follow up of appropriate response measures to public health threats including notifying manager and appropriate stakeholders
Investigates, evaluates, and reports on applicability, efficiency, and accuracy of statistical methods used to obtain and evaluate data
Contributes to Disease Control deliverables as both designer and reviewer, including the Epi Watch monthly newsletter
Responds timely to requests and provides accurate follow-up while ensuring communication with leadership
Attends meetings including monthly Research & Surveillance Program Meetings, Disease Control Division staff meetings, interdepartmental coordination meetings, and others, in order to integrate service planning across the agency
Qualification
Required
High School Diploma
Knowledge of the principles of epidemiology and surveillance
Intermediate to advanced ability with MS Excel
Ability to operate computer and software programs such as MS Word and PowerPoint
Knowledge of state statutes and laws regarding disease reporting
Knowledge of methods of data collection and analysis
Clear understanding of statistical terms and concepts and ability to apply them
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with others
Ability to plan, organize and coordinate work assignments
Ability to communicate verbally and in writing
Ability to work a flexible schedule to include evenings and weekends
Preferred
A Bachelor's degree and one year's experience with data driven projects
A Master's degree in public health
Benefits
State of Florida 401(a) FICA Alternative Plan (mandatory)
Participation in state group insurance (upon meeting eligibility requirements. Consult with People First and/or the serving HR office)
Workers’ Compensation (mandatory, if needed)
Reemployment Assistance (Unemployment Compensation) (mandatory, if needed)
Deferred Compensation (voluntary)
Employee Assistance Program (voluntary)
And more!
Company
State of Florida
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Chief Hospital Administrator (CEO) and Chief Medical Officer (CMO)
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