EPIDEMIOLOGIST I EPIDEMIOLOGIST, CANNABIS PUBLIC HEALTH

State of Maryland; Maryland; On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading government agency seeks an entry-level Epidemiologist I to provide data analysis and support for public health initiatives related to cannabis and tobacco. This role involves collecting and interpreting data, while preparing reports and visualizations to assist health campaigns. Ideal candidates will possess a Master’s degree in Public Health, with skills in SAS or R and excellent communication abilities.

Qualifications

• Master's in Public Health with Epidemiology and Biostatistics courses.
• Knowledge of data analysis tools like SAS or R.
• Ability to communicate data findings effectively.

Responsibilities

• Perform data collection and analysis for public health initiatives.
• Prepare data visualizations and reports for diverse audiences.
• Support technical assistance to health program stakeholders.

Skills

Data analysis

Statistical analysis (SAS or R)

Communication of findings

Technical Assistance

Education

Master’s degree in Public Health

Job description

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Introduction

Introduction

Internal Only : This position is limited to current MDH, Cancer and Chronic Disease Bureau employees only.

GRADE

0018

LOCATION OF POSITION

MDH, PHPA Center for Tobacco Prevention and Control

Baltimore, MD 21201

Main Purpose of Job

The main purpose of this position is to provide data collection and analysis support to the Center. This position will be performing data collection, analyzing data using SAS or R statistical analysis software, conducting data quality checks, summarizing findings and interpreting data for both professional and lay audiences. This position will also prepare data products and visualizations, such as consumer-friendly fact sheets, data dashboards, or infographics and disseminate findings as requested to support public health efforts related to tobacco, cannabis and other health-related topics. This position may provide direct technical assistance to local health departments and other internal and external partners to support program monitoring and evaluation plans, data interpretation, and research guide development.

Minimum Qualifications

Education : A Master’s degree in the field of Public Health from an accredited college or university, with a minimum of three graduate courses in Epidemiology and one graduate course in Biostatistics.

Experience : None.

Note : Candidates may substitute U.S. Armed Forces military service experience as a commissioned officer in Health Care Science classifications or Clinical Lab, Medical Scientists, or Bio Medical Lab Officer specialty codes in the health research field of work on a year-for-year basis for the required education.

Desired Or Preferred Qualifications

The desired candidate should possess the following: 1. Experience analyzing data with analytical tools like SAS or R. 2. Experience/knowledge interpreting data for reports, presentations and fact sheets and communicating findings clearly. 3. Experience/knowledge applying public health and/or behavior change theories to program logic models. 4. Experience/knowledge designing qualitative research methodology and program monitoring and evaluation plans. 5. Experience working with stakeholders and providing technical assistance to partners. 6. Experience ensuring data integrity through regular checks and quality control. 7. Experience updating and maintaining data dashboards to provide actionable insights. 8. Experience compiling and writing detailed reports for state and federal requirements.

LIMITATIONS ON SELECTION

Internal Only : This position is limited to current MDH, Cancer and Chronic Disease Bureau employees only.

SELECTION PROCESS

Applicants who meet the minimum (and selective) qualifications will be included in further evaluation. The evaluation may be a rating of your application based on your education, training and experience as they relate to the requirements of the position. Therefore, it is essential that you provide complete and accurate information on your application. Please report all related education, experience, dates and hours of work. Clearly indicate your college degree and major on your application, if applicable. For education obtained outside the U.S., any job offer will be contingent on the candidate providing an evaluation for equivalency by a foreign credential evaluation service prior to starting employment (and may be requested prior to interview).

Complete applications must be submitted by the closing date. Information submitted after this date will not be added.

Incorrect application forms will not be accepted. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of a completed application.

Candidates may remain on the certified eligible list for a period of at least one year. The resulting certified eligible list for this recruitment may be used for similar positions in this or other State agencies.

Benefits

STATE OF MARYLAND BENEFITS

FURTHER INSTRUCTIONS

Online applications are highly recommended. However, if you are unable to apply online, the paper application (and supplemental questionnaire) may be submitted to MDH, Recruitment and Selection Division, 201 W. Preston St., Room 114-B, Baltimore, MD 21201. Paper application materials must be received by 5 pm, close of business, on the closing date for the recruitment, no postmarks will be accepted.

If additional information is required, the preferred method is to upload. If you are unable to upload, please fax the requested information to 410-333-5689. Only additional materials that are required will be accepted for this recruitment. All additional information must be received by the closing date and time.

For questions regarding this recruitment, please contact the MDH Recruitment and Selection Division at 410-767-1251.

If you are having difficulty with your user account or have general questions about the online application system, please contact the MD Department of Budget and Management, Recruitment and Examination Division at 410-767-4850 or [e-mail] .

Appropriate accommodations for individuals with disabilities are available upon request by calling: 410-767-1251 or MD TTY Relay Service 1-800-735-2258.

We thank our Veterans for their service to our country.

People with disabilities and bilingual candidates are encouraged to apply.

As an equal opportunity employer, Maryland is committed to recruitment, retaining and promoting employees who are reflective of the State's diversity.

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