Epidemiologist - Measles

InstantServe LLC; Indianapolis (IN); Hybrid; USD 44,000 - 47,000; Full time

Job summary

InstantServe LLC is seeking a Measles Epidemiologist I to support disease surveillance, case investigations, and outbreak prevention for the Indiana Department of Health in Indianapolis. The role is hybrid with 2 days onsite and 3 days remote, contract for 6 months with pay rate $32.41/hour and 37.5 hours per week.

The position requires a relevant master’s degree (or a bachelor’s with 2+ years of PH experience) and strong skills in data analysis, reporting, and collaboration with labs and health

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in a relevant field or a bachelor’s with 2+ years of PH experience.
• 2+ years of disease surveillance experience.
• 2+ years assisting with disease investigations.
• 2+ years surveillance data analysis experience.
• 2+ years preparing reports/presentations or educational materials.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office.

Responsibilities

• Monitor measles cases and conduct disease surveillance.
• Assist with communicable disease investigations and outbreak response.
• Coordinate diagnostic testing with laboratories and healthcare providers.
• Analyze surveillance data and identify public health risks.
• Conduct patient interviews and prepare reports and educational materials.
• Collaborate with local health departments, healthcare providers, and public health agencies.
• Maintain accurate records and protect patient confidentiality.

Skills

Public health

Data analysis

Report writing

Communication

Education

Master's degree in public health

Bachelor's + 2+ years PH experience

Tools

Epi Info

SAS

ArcGIS

Microsoft Office

Job description

Location: Indianapolis, IN (Hybrid – 2 days onsite, 3 days remote)

Contract: 6 Months +

Pay Rate: $32.41/hour | Hours: 37.5 per week

Interview: Phone and in-person

Job Summary

We are seeking a Measles Epidemiologist I to support disease surveillance, case investigations, and outbreak prevention for the Indiana Department of Health.

Key Responsibilities

• Monitor measles cases and conduct disease surveillance.
• Assist with communicable disease investigations and outbreak response.
• Coordinate diagnostic testing with laboratories and healthcare providers.
• Analyze surveillance data and identify public health risks.
• Conduct patient interviews and prepare reports and educational materials.
• Collaborate with local health departments, healthcare providers, and public health agencies.
• Maintain accurate records and protect patient confidentiality.

Requirements

Qualifying education and public health experience: a relevant master’s degree, a relevant bachelor’s degree with at least 2 years of public health experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

• 2+ years of disease surveillance experience, preferably using NBS or ESSENCE.
• 2+ years of experience assisting with disease investigations.
• 2+ years of surveillance data analysis experience.
• 2+ years of experience preparing reports, presentations, or educational materials.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office.

Preferred Skills

• Experience with Epi Info, SAS, ArcGIS, or similar tools.
• Knowledge of public health regulations and HIPAA.
• Experience working with laboratories, healthcare providers, and local health departments.

• Additional Requirements: Occasional travel, including overnight stays, and potential on-call duties 2–3 weeks per year.