Remote Epidemiologist:Vaccine-Preventable Disease Surveillance

Commonwealth of Pennsylvania; Pennsylvania; Hybrid; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

The Commonwealth of Pennsylvania's Department of Health, Bureau of Epidemiology, Division of Infectious Disease Investigations seeks an Epidemiologist to analyze data, strengthen surveillance, and guide prevention strategies for vaccine‑preventable diseases statewide. You will work with partners to ensure high‑quality epidemiologic information and to support public health action.

The role involves surveillance system improvements, outbreak investigations, and developing statewide guidelines,

Responsibilities

• Surveillance Oversight: Lead implementation and evaluation of systems that track vaccine preventable diseases
• Data Analysis: Review, interpret, and summarize surveillance information to guide public health decisions
• Outbreak Response: Collaborate on investigations by creating tools and monitoring data to identify cases and contributing factors
• Prevention Planning: Develop statewide guidelines and procedures that support disease control and help vulnerable populations
• Public Consultation: Provide guidance to health partners and respond to inquiries on surveillance and informatics topics
• Grant Coordination: Write applications, track progress measures, and participate in workgroups related to funding needs

Job description

The Commonwealth of Pennsylvania's Department of Health, Bureau of Epidemiology, Division of Infectious Disease Investigations seeks an Epidemiologist to analyze data, strengthen surveillance, and guide prevention strategies for vaccine‑preventable diseases statewide. You will work with partners to ensure high‑quality epidemiologic information and to support public health action.

The role involves surveillance system improvements, outbreak investigations, and developing statewide guidelines,