Epidemiologist II

State of Mississippi; Jackson (MS); On-site; USD 47,000 - 73,000; Full time

Job summary

State of Mississippi seeks an Epidemiologist II in Jackson to lead HIV epidemiology activities under the HRSA Ending the HIV Epidemic program. You will analyze HIV-related data, ensure data quality, and prepare Ryan White Services Reports in alignment with HRSA requirements.

The role collaborates with DIS and case managers to identify clients needing follow-up and case management, located in Hinds County, MS. This is a time-limited, full-time position with MS MSDH.

Qualifications

• Experience with healthcare data analysis, including developing and designing methods of collecting, analyzing, and disseminating data.
• Demonstrated understanding of programs, processes and methods for prevention, intervention, and control of diseases of public health importance.
• Competencies in SAS, and SPSS, Electronic Medical Records (EMR), Epic and relevant statistical softwares and packages.
• Experience or interest in HIV prevention and treatment.

Responsibilities

• Analyze HIV-related data and ensure data quality for HRSA reporting.
• Prepare Ryan White Services Reports aligned with HRSA requirements and collaborate with DIS and case managers.

Skills

Healthcare data analysis

Data quality assurance

Public health knowledge

Education

Master's degree

Tools

SAS

SPSS

Electronic Medical Records (EMR)

Epic

Job description

Epidemiologist II in 25 - HINDS COUNTY, MS | GovernmentJobs.com page has loaded.

State of Mississippi

$47,425.15 - $73,345.13 Annually

Location

25 - HINDS COUNTY, MS

Full-Time

Job Number

9590-0301-20260930H

0301 - HEALTH BOARD

Opening Date

09/30/2026

10/7/2026 at 11:59 PM Central Time (US & Canada)

Agency Minimum Salary

$47,425.15

$73,345.13

Preferred Qualifications

Typically requires a Master’s Degree and 2+ years of experience.

The Mississippi State Department of Health’s mission is to protect and advance the health, well-being, and safety of everyone in Mississippi. Questions about this position can be directed to [e-mail].

About the Position

This is a time limited position. The program is an initiative to enhance the overall efforts of the Health Resources and Services Administration (HRSA) to end the HIV epidemic by 2030. The responsibilities of this role are directly related to activities executed through partnerships and community-based collaborations established through the Ryan White Part B Ending the HIV Epidemic (RWEHE) program. The RWEHE Epidemiologist will serve as the program expert in HIV epidemiology, performing analysis on HIV-related data. The epidemiologist will routinely analyze HIV out-of-care data, ensure data quality and prepare Ryan White Services Reports that are consistent with HRSA reporting requirements. The RWEHE epidemiologist will work closely with the DIS and the case managers to identify clients that require follow and case management.

What you'll need to be Successful

Experience with healthcare data analysis, including developing and designing methods of collecting, analyzing, and disseminating data. Demonstrated understanding of programs, processes and methods for prevention, intervention, and control of diseases of public health importance. Competencies in SAS, and SPSS, Electronic Medical Records (EMR), Epic and relevant statistical softwares and packages. Experience or interest in HIV prevention and treatment.

Address 210 East Capitol Street
Suite 800
Jackson, Mississippi, 39201