Epidemiologist I - Public Health (Grant-Funded)

Denton County; Denton (TX); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Denton County seeks an Epidemiologist I to perform epidemiological investigations, collect and analyze illness data, and present findings to public health staff and partners. The role supports data systems development, conducts statistical analyses, and coordinates outbreak responses with senior epidemiologists.

The position emphasizes data interpretation, reporting, and guidance to stakeholders, with a grant-funded designation and transportation requirements for Texas licensure compliance.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in related field and a minimum two years of experience in a related field; or an equivalent combination of education and related experience.
• Certified Health Education Specialist (CHES) preferred.
• Possession of a valid driver’s license. Must be able to obtain a State of Texas driver’s license within 90 days of employment.
• Grant-funded position.

Responsibilities

• The Epidemiologist I performs epidemiological investigation activities related to collecting, analyzing, interpreting, and presenting illness data.
• Assists with the development, maintenance, and analysis of a standard data collection system.
• Performs statistical analysis of health data and reviews data results and reports for completeness and accuracy.
• Conduct interviews and investigate outbreaks of infectious disease, coordinating closely with the Epidemiologist II and Chief Epidemiologist.
• Secures and analyzes data, prepares literature, graphs, and demonstrations concerning epidemiology disease control; and compiles and maintains related reports.
• Presentation and publication of data and epidemiologic findings informing public health staff, partners, and the public.
• Prepares periodic reports summarizing the incidence of infectious disease.
• Investigates the origin of infectious diseases, establishes disease control procedures and provides epidemiological guidance to partners and stakeholders.
• Performs other related duties as required.

Skills

Epidemiology

Statistics

Data analysis

Interviews

Public health communication

Education

Bachelor's degree

CHES preferred

Job description

Denton County seeks an Epidemiologist I to perform epidemiological investigations, collect and analyze illness data, and present findings to public health staff and partners. The role supports data systems development, conducts statistical analyses, and coordinates outbreak responses with senior epidemiologists.

The position emphasizes data interpretation, reporting, and guidance to stakeholders, with a grant-funded designation and transportation requirements for Texas licensure compliance.