Public Health Data Scientist & Disease Surveillance Lead

State of Arkansas; Little Rock (AR); On-site; USD 78,000 - 116,000; Full time

Job summary

The Arkansas Department of Health seeks an Epidemiologist to monitor, analyze, and investigate patterns of disease and health conditions within the state. The role involves conducting research, collecting and analyzing data, and applying scientific methods to identify health trends, track outbreaks, and inform policy decisions and health interventions.

The Epidemiologist will collaborate with public health agencies, hospitals, clinics, and community organizations to design studies, manage

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Public Health, Epidemiology, or related field.
• Experience with statistical software (SAS, R, SPSS, Epi Info) is essential.
• Proficiency in statistical analysis methods and epidemiological research techniques.

Responsibilities

• Collect, compile, and analyze health data from hospitals, clinics, surveys, and government records.
• Conduct statistical analyses to identify trends, patterns, and causes of diseases or health conditions.
• Lead disease surveillance systems to monitor public health trends and outbreaks.
• Regularly report on health trends and identify emerging public health threats.
• Prepare reports and present findings to health officials and policymakers.

Skills

Statistical analysis

Epidemiological research

Data interpretation

Report writing

Communication

Attention to detail

Education

Bachelor's degree in Public Health, Epidemiology, or related field

Tools

SAS

R

SPSS

Epi Info

Job description

The Arkansas Department of Health seeks an Epidemiologist to monitor, analyze, and investigate patterns of disease and health conditions within the state. The role involves conducting research, collecting and analyzing data, and applying scientific methods to identify health trends, track outbreaks, and inform policy decisions and health interventions.

The Epidemiologist will collaborate with public health agencies, hospitals, clinics, and community organizations to design studies, manage