OPS Biological Scientist IV - 64856434

DGS Office of External Affairs; Fort Walton Beach (FL); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

The Florida Department of Health's Okaloosa County Health Department is seeking a Biological Scientist IV to support epidemiological investigations and data analysis related to death investigations and public health issues. In this role you will collect and analyze surveillance data, collaborate with community partners and other agencies, and produce reports to inform public health interventions.

Strong data analysis and communication skills are essential, with proficiency in Excel and data

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Public Health, Health Sciences, Biology, Social Sciences, or related health field.
• Valid U.S. Driver's License.
• Knowledge of surveillance protocols and epidemiological research principles.
• Strong data analysis and biostatistical skills.
• Excellent written and oral communication abilities.
• Intermediate Excel skills and experience with data tools such as Power BI, Tableau, R, Python, or ArcGIS preferred.

Responsibilities

• Carry out epidemiologic investigations and data analyses for death investigations and public health issues.
• Collect, curate, and analyze surveillance data.
• Collaborate with community partners and other agencies.
• Produce reports and findings to inform public health interventions.

Skills

Data analysis

Biostatistics

Communication

Driver's license

Education

Bachelor's degree in Public Health, Health Sciences, Biology, Social Sciences, or related health field

Tools

Excel

Power BI

Tableau

R

Python

ArcGIS

Job description

This Biological Scientist IV position with the Florida Department of Health's Okaloosa County Health Department supports epidemiological investigations and data analysis related to death investigations and public health issues. The role involves collecting and analyzing surveillance data, collaborating with community partners and other agencies, and producing reports and findings to inform public health interventions. Responsibilities include epidemiologic investigations, community liaison work, data dissemination, and general program administration.

Key qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Public Health, Health Sciences, Biology, Social Sciences, or related health field
• Valid U.S. Drivers' License
• Knowledge of surveillance protocols and epidemiological research principles
• Strong data analysis and biostatistical skills
• Excellent written and oral communication abilities
• Intermediate Excel skills and experience with data tools such as Power BI, Tableau, R, Python, or ArcGIS preferred