Epidemiologist IV (IICB)

Goldbelt, Inc.; Northern (KY); Hybrid; USD 120,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) plan with company matching

Tax-deferred savings options

Paid time off

Professional development opportunities

Job summary

Goldbelt Professional Services seeks an Epidemiologist IV to provide epidemiological support for the International Infection Control Program (IICB). The role collaborates with CDC staff to monitor infection prevention, surveillance, and antimicrobial resistance efforts in diverse settings.

The position requires advanced epidemiology expertise, data analysis, and the ability to communicate complex findings clearly to nontechnical audiences.

Qualifications

• Ability to independently develop analytic approaches and evaluate validity of epidemiologic findings.
• Ability to manage multiple projects with limited supervision.
• Strong written and verbal communication, including explaining technical findings to senior leadership.
• Communicate with multidisciplinary teams, partners, and stakeholders.
• Knowledge of public health surveillance, data quality, confidentiality, and applicable policies.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with CDC staff to monitor infection prevention, control, and surveillance activities.
• Develop guidance, training materials, and monitoring tools; provide training and support to Ministries of Health.
• Develop strategies to improve data collection and analysis for antimicrobial resistance and novel viruses.
• Produce data summaries, reports, and presentations for partners.
• Travel to healthcare facilities or sites to support surveillance activities.
• Support CDC response activities and training exercises as directed.

Skills

Analytic thinking

Project management

Technical communication

Multidisciplinary collaboration

Public health surveillance

Education

Master’s degree in epidemiology or public health

PhD or DrPH preferred

Tools

R

Python

Job description

Overview

Please note that this position is contingent upon the successful award of a contract currently under bid.

Goldbelt Professional Services specializes in providing expert resources for Public Health missions including scientific, technical, and administrative support from junior staff to high-level subject matter experts. Research and data driven, Goldbelt Professional Services’ experts create solutions customized to the client’s needs.

Summary

Goldbelt Professional Services is seeking an Epidemiologist IV to provide epidemiological support for the International Infection Control Program (IICB).

Responsibilities

Essential Job Functions:

• Collaborate with CDC staff at headquarters and overseas offices to monitor infection prevention, control, and surveillance activities to prevent the spread of antimicrobial resistance and/or novel Coronavirus in low- and middle-income countries.
• Develop guidance, training materials, and monitoring/evaluation tools; provide training, technical assistance, and user support to Ministries of Health and health facilities.
• Develop strategies to improve data collection, analysis, and use for combatting antimicrobial resistance and novel viruses.
• Develop internal and external communication products on antimicrobial resistance and novel viruses.
• Develop and prepare data summaries, feedback reports, and presentations for partners.
• Participate in calls and in-person meetings with internal and external partners.
• Provide recommendations for data-driven action using critical thinking and decision-making.
• Develop and implement work plans with DHQP SMEs and partners to accomplish surveillance and program goals.
• Travel to healthcare facilities or other sites to support infection prevention and surveillance activities.
• Participate during CDC response activities and training exercises under direction of the DHQP Team Lead; duties include staffing the EOC desk to help support CDC's mission.

Qualifications

Necessary Skills and Knowledge:

• Ability to independently develop analytic approaches and evaluate the validity and limitations of epidemiologic findings.
• Ability to manage multiple complex projects and work independently with limited supervision.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to communicate technical findings to nontechnical audiences and senior leadership.
• Ability to communicate with multidisciplinary teams, community partners, healthcare organizations, governmental agencies, or other stakeholders.
• Knowledge of public health surveillance, disease investigation, data quality, confidentiality, and applicable public-health policies and regulations

Minimum Qualifications:

• Master’s degree in epidemiology, public health, biostatistics, statistics, or a closely related field.
• 3-5 years providing epidemiological expertise in a professional setting.
• Professional working knowledge of R and/or Python is required.
• Demonstrated experience designing, conducting, and interpreting epidemiologic studies and investigations.
• Advanced knowledge of epidemiologic methods, study design, statistical analysis, and data interpretation.
• Experience working with large, complex, or multiple data sources, including administrative, surveillance, clinical, or population-health data.
• Experience translating complex epidemiologic findings into clear reports, presentations, recommendations, and actionable conclusions.
• Ability to obtain and maintain CDC Public Trust Clearance

Preferred Qualifications:

• Doctoral degree (PhD, DrPH, ScD, or equivalent) in epidemiology, public health, biostatistics, or a related discipline.
• 5+ years providing epidemiological expertise in a professional setting.
• Prior experience working with the CDC is highly desired to understand the culture and environment

Pay and Benefits

The salary range for this position is $120,000 to $130,000 annually.

• medical insurance
• dental insurance
• vision insurance
• 401(k) plan with company matching
• tax-deferred savings options
• supplementary benefits
• paid time off
• professional development opportunities

At Goldbelt, we value and reward our team's dedication and hard work. We provide a competitive base salary commensurate with your qualifications and experience. As an employee, you'll enjoy a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, and vision insurance, a 401(k) plan with company matching, tax-deferred savings options, supplementary benefits, paid time off, and professional development opportunities.