Epidemiologist jobs in the United States

Epidemiologist monitors and investigates known or suspected sources and transmission of communicable diseases. Collects, analysis, and interprets disease data using appropriate statistical and research methods. Being an Epidemiologist reviews sterilization, disinfection and waste control techniques and recommends changes as needed. Develops and coordinates effective and practical interventions and procedures to control and prevent disease in the community or facility. Additionally, Epidemiologist typically requires a master's degree of microbiology. Typically reports to a manager or head of a unit/department. The Epidemiologist contributes to moderately complex aspects of a project. Work is generally independent and collaborative in nature. To be an Epidemiologist typically requires 4 to 7 years of related experience. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)

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Epidemiologist
  • Southern Nevada Health District
  • Nevada, NV FULL_TIME

  • The Southern Nevada Health District (SNHD) announces an examination process to create an eligibility list to fill one (1) vacancy for the classification of Epidemiologist in the Disease Surveillance & Control Division. The eligibility list may be utilized to fill vacancies for this classification for up to four (4) months.

     This position is funded by a grant and the continuation of the position depends on the availability of grant funds and the business requirements of SNHD. If the funding is discontinued or becomes unavailable, your employment may be terminated without the right to appeal.

    Responsible for conducting disease surveillance and recommend disease control measures; evaluates public health data including unusual occurrences of health conditions; functions as a member of a multidisciplinary outbreak investigation and response team; provides epidemiologic information to the medical community and general public 
    This position will be working with water based surveillance.

    Click here to familiarize yourself with the position and its physical requirements.

    Click here to learn more about SNHD and our Healthy Southern Nevada Initiative.

    This recruitment will close on or before the closing date listed above once a sufficient number of qualified applicants have been identified.

    Education and Training

    • A Masters’ Degree in Public Health with an emphasis in epidemiology or a related field. 

    Experience
    • One (1) year of experience in performing epidemiological analyses and investigations; OR an equivalent combination of education, training and experience. 

    License or Certificate
    Continued employment is contingent upon all required licenses and certificates being maintained in active status without suspension or revocation.
    • Nevada Driver’s License.
    • Incident Command System training, ICS 100, ICS 200, and NIMS within six (6) months of date of hire.



    Preferred Qualification:
    • Statistical analysis experience preferred.
    • Knowledge of environmental health and the role of waste water in public health surveillance preferred.
    • An understanding of laboratory methods for detecting pathogens in waste water preferred.
    DOCUMENTS REQUIRED AT THE TIME OF APPLICATION:
    1. Completed Employment Application
    2. Completed Supplemental Question(s)
    ASSESSMENT DATES:
    Panel Interview - Best Qualified Candidates   (Weighted 100%) 
    Tuesday, January 14, 2025
    Wednesday, January 15,2025
    Thursday, January 16, 2025

    All applicants will be notified by email or telephone of their application status and the assessment dates/times after the closing date of this announcement.
     
    IMPORTANT INFORMATION ON SCHEDULING ASSESSMENTS:
    If you are invited to participate in the assessment process, you may be required to self-schedule through the SNHD online application system. Please check your email and/or text messages on a regular basis after submitting your application for complete instructions, which include where and when to report.
     
    The assessment process for this position will take place on the date(s) listed above.  All candidates who wish to be considered for this position will need to be available via Teams, and/or in person, and make themselves available to participate in the assessment process at any time on the date(s) listed above.
    The selection process will begin with an employment application screening, with the best-qualified candidates being invited to participate further in the assessment process. This process may include any combination of written, performance, and oral assessments to evaluate job-related education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities. SNHD will provide reasonable accommodation to qualified individuals with disabilities. It is the responsibility of the candidate requiring accommodation to contact the Human Resources Department in writing at the time of application.  
     
    Appointment may be subject to the successful completion of a post-offer pre-employment background investigation and medical/physical examination, including a drug/alcohol test.   Please see the job description to view the physical requirements.  SNHD reserves the right to modify selection devices and test instruments in accordance with accepted legal, ethical, and professional standards.

    NOTE:  E-mail communications will be sent from senders with the extension @snhd.org, info@governmentjobs.com, and noreply@governmentjobs.com   You may need to adjust your spam blocker to ensure you receive e-mail notifications from SNHD.
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  • Nashville, TN FULL_TIME
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  • TALENT Software Services
  • West Point, PA FULL_TIME
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  • TALENT Software Services
  • Montgomery, PA FULL_TIME
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  • Axle Informatics
  • Rockville, MD
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  • Axle Informatics
  • Rockville, MD
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  • Ashburn, VA
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  • Metas Solutions
  • Hyattsville, MD
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  • Metas Solutions
  • Hyattsville, MD
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Epidemiologist Portfolio Manager
  • Cherokee Federal
  • Silver Spring, MD
  • Portfolio Manager/Epidemiologist As required by our governmental client, this position requires being a US Citizen AND a...
  • 12/3/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Epidemiologist Portfolio Manager
  • Cherokee Federal
  • Silver Spring, MD
  • Portfolio Manager/Epidemiologist As required by our governmental client, this position requires being a US Citizen AND a...
  • 12/3/2024 12:00:00 AM

Income Estimation for Epidemiologist jobs
$94,276 to $131,862