Epidemiologist II - Respiratory & Vaccine-Preventable

DHRM; Richmond (VA); Hybrid; USD 73,000 - 78,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Telework option

Richmond central office

Job summary

Virginia Department of Health is seeking mid-level epidemiologists for Respiratory Diseases and Vaccine Preventable Diseases. The roles involve independent epidemiologic investigations, data analysis, and program consultation under limited supervision.

Telework is allowed two days weekly; reporting occurs at the Richmond Madison Building three days a week. The positions require strong knowledge of surveillance, biostatistics, and effective communication with health professionals and the public.

Qualifications

• Experience with epidemiologic investigations and data analysis.
• Knowledge of disease surveillance and outbreak investigations.
• Ability to communicate with health professionals and the public.

Responsibilities

• Carry out epidemiologic investigations and assessments.
• Participate in surveillance activities and data dissemination.
• Coordinate program activities and train staff as needed.

Skills

Public health surveillance

Biostatistics

Data analysis

Effective communication

Team collaboration

Education

Public health/epidemiology training

Tools

Statistical software

Geospatial analysis

Survey design tools

Job description

Virginia Department of Health is seeking mid-level epidemiologists for Respiratory Diseases and Vaccine Preventable Diseases. The roles involve independent epidemiologic investigations, data analysis, and program consultation under limited supervision.

Telework is allowed two days weekly; reporting occurs at the Richmond Madison Building three days a week. The positions require strong knowledge of surveillance, biostatistics, and effective communication with health professionals and the public.