- Full Time
- Illinois
Epidemiologist (Nationwide Talent Pipeline)
Responsibilities
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Assists with planning and conducting investigations of diseases.
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Performs formal case control and cohort studies of complex health issues.
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Provides related consultation to departmental staff and others.
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Designs, implements, and maintains disease surveillance.
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Provides training, technical assistance, and consultative services regarding epidemiology and the control of diseases.
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Serves as a point of contact for various personnel regarding moderately complex epidemiologic issues.
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Writes various epidemiologic reports.
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Performs various duties in support of section operations.
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Develops policies and procedures for new and existing disease control programs.
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Prepare technical and non-technical summaries of work, scientific reports and manuscripts.
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Other duties as assigned.
Education
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Master’s degree in public health or a closely related field from an accredited college or university.
Qualifications
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At least two (2) years of relevant work experience performing epidemiologic work or work in a closely related field.
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Possess strong data management and analysis skills.
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Experience conducting research on epidemiology of infectious diseases.
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Experience with data visualization (e.g., Tableau) is preferred.
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Experience with Geographic Information Systems (e.g., ArcGIS) is preferred.
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Experience working collaboratively with diverse stakeholders and engaging in strategic partnerships Proficiency with Strong understanding of design and implementation of research and epidemiologic studies Microsoft Office Suite
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Organizational skills demonstrating high attention to detail and the ability to organize multiple priorities.
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Strong interpersonal skills required for teamwork and interaction with people across CDC and with external partners.
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Knowledge of SAS, SPSS, STATA, or other statistical software
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Proficiency in writing comprehensive statistical and analytical reports
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Excellent written and oral communications.
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Ability to remain calm under intense stress and a fast pace environment.
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