OPS Biological Scientist IV - 64853640

Other; Saint Petersburg (FL); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Other in Saint Petersburg, FL is seeking an OPS Biological Scientist IV within the Florida Department of Health to investigate and manage communicable diseases using surveillance data and epidemiological analytics. The role includes outbreak investigations, collaboration with infection control practitioners, and reporting to support prevention efforts.

The position emphasizes training county health departments, coordinating surveillance reports, and applying CDC guidelines to real-world

Qualifications

• Valid Driver's License (minimum)
• Master's degree in public health or related field (preferred)
• Registered Nurse (RN), BSN, MSN, or APRN (preferred)
• One year of experience in applied epidemiology program (preferred)
• Skilled in data analysis and CDC guideline interpretation
• Ability to conduct outbreak investigations and work with infection control practitioners

Responsibilities

• Investigate and manage communicable diseases using surveillance databases and epidemiological analysis.
• Conduct outbreak investigations and coordinate with infection control practitioners.
• Provide training to county health departments.
• Prepare surveillance reports to support public health prevention efforts.

Skills

Driver's license

Data analysis

CDC guidelines

Outbreak investigations

Infection control collaboration

Education

Master's degree in public health or related field

RN/BSN/MSN/APRN (preferred)

Applied epidemiology experience (1 year)

Job description

The OPS Biological Scientist IV at the Florida Department of Health investigates and manages communicable diseases, including healthcare-associated infections and foodborne illnesses, using surveillance databases and epidemiological analysis. The role involves conducting outbreak investigations, coordinating with infection control practitioners, providing training to county health departments, and preparing surveillance reports to support public health prevention efforts.

Key qualifications:

• Valid Driver's License (minimum)
• Master's degree in public health or related field (preferred)
• Registered Nurse (RN), BSN, MSN, or APRN (preferred)
• One year of experience in applied epidemiology program (preferred)
• Skilled in data analysis and CDC guideline interpretation
• Ability to conduct outbreak investigations and work with infection control practitioners