Home and Occupational Environments Epidemiologist (Epidemiologist 2)

State of Oregon; Portland (ME); Remote; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A state health organization seeks a Home and Occupational Environments Epidemiologist responsible for leading investigations and conducting epidemiological studies. The role requires a Master’s degree in a relevant field and experience in public health. This position is primarily remote with occasional office visits and offers excellent benefits, including health coverage and retirement plans.

Benefits

Excellent medical, vision, and dental benefits package

Optional life insurance and disability benefits

Paid holidays and vacation accrual

Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program eligibility

Retirement system membership

Training opportunities for career growth

Qualifications

• A Master’s degree in Community Public Health, Epidemiology, Research Analyst or a closely related field AND three years of relevant experience.
• A Bachelor's degree in Community Public Health, Epidemiology, Research Analyst, or a closely related field AND four years of relevant experience.

Responsibilities

• Lead case and outbreak investigations
• Design, conduct, and report on epidemiological studies
• Coordinate study efforts with staff and provide expert consultation and support

Job description

Job Description:

The Oregon Health Authority (OHA), Public Health Division (PHD), Environmental Public Health section is recruiting for a Home and Occupational Environments Epidemiologist (Epidemiologist 2). This position plays a key role in leading case and outbreak investigations, including data cleaning, management, analysis, and report writing for health conditions reportable under Oregon Revised Statute 433.004, with a focus on lead and pesticide illness and injury.

The Epidemiologist will utilize environmental hazard and health outcome data to design, conduct, and report on epidemiological studies. Additionally, this role involves coordinating study efforts with staff and providing expert consultation and support in the planning and execution of these studies.

Responsibilities:

• Lead case and outbreak investigations
• Design, conduct, and report on epidemiological studies
• Coordinate study efforts with staff and provide expert consultation and support

Minimum Qualifications:

• A Master’s degree in Community Public Health, Epidemiology, Research Analyst or a closely related field AND three years of epidemiological, community health, or research analysis experience of which one year must have been in a supervising, lead worker, or project leadership role
• A Bachelor's degree in Community Public Health, Epidemiology, Research Analyst, or a closely related field AND four years of epidemiological, community health, or research analysis experience of which one year must have been in a supervising, lead worker, or project leadership role

Desired Attributes:

• Applied Epidemiologic Methods: Proficient in selecting and implementing appropriate epidemiological, biostatistical, and demographic methods to address complex public health questions and derive valid, evidence-based conclusions
• Strategic Communication: Skilled in delivering clear, concise, and professional verbal and written communication to build and maintain effective working relationships with diverse internal teams and external stakeholders
• Data Quality and Statistical Interpretation: Demonstrated ability to manage, analyze, and interpret complex datasets with a high degree of accuracy and attention to detail, ensuring reliable public health reporting and decision-making
• Environmental and Occupational Health Expertise: In-depth knowledge and subject matter expertise in one or more specialized areas of environmental or occupational public health
• Public Health Policy and Action: Experienced in translating epidemiologic findings into actionable public health recommendations

Working Conditions:

This position is primarily remote, with occasional in-office visits required. Employees must maintain a home workspace that meets all applicable technology, security, and safety standards, including the ability to protect confidential information.

Benefits:

• Excellent medical, vision, and dental benefits package
• Optional life insurance, short-term disability, long-term disability, deferred compensation savings program, and flexible spending accounts for health care and childcare expenses
• 11 paid holidays, 3 personal business days, 8 hours of monthly sick leave, and vacation accrual starting at 8 hours per month
• Possible eligibility for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program
• Membership in the Public Employees Retirement System (PERS)/Oregon Public Service Retirement Plan (OPSRP)
• Training opportunities that will help grow your career with the State of Oregon

Equal Employment Opportunity:

The Oregon Health Authority is an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer, committed to fair employment practices and pay equity for all employees. We do not discriminate based on any protected class—including race, sex, veteran status, disability, age, color, religion, national origin, marital status, or sexual orientation—and we do not screen applicants based on current or past compensation.