Remote MDRO/AR Epidemiologist - Data and Surveillance Lead

FALL CREEK FARM & NURSERY; Austin (TX); Hybrid; USD 50,000 - 66,000; Full time

Job summary

Texas Department of State Health Services (DSHS) is seeking an experienced MDRO/AR Epidemiologist II in Austin, TX. The role leads advanced epidemiological work on antimicrobial resistance and multidrug-resistant organisms, designs data collection and surveillance systems, analyzes data, and disseminates findings to stakeholders.

The position involves mentorship, technical assistance, and participation in outbreak response and quality improvement initiatives across the state.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in public health, epidemiology, biostatistics, or related field.
• Minimum two years of relevant public health epidemiology or data analysis experience.
• Experience with surveillance systems and data reporting.

Responsibilities

• Plan, coordinate, and conduct AR and MDRO epidemiological surveillance and data management.
• Provide technical assistance and training to stakeholders; prepare reports and presentations.
• Lead investigations and contribute to outbreak response and quality improvement initiatives.
• Collaborate with internal and external partners to support statewide public health operations.

Skills

Epidemiology

Data analysis

Public health surveillance

Biostatistics

Data management

Communication

Project management

Education

Master’s degree in public health

Tools

REDCap

NEDSS

Excel

PowerPoint

Job description

Texas Department of State Health Services (DSHS) is seeking an experienced MDRO/AR Epidemiologist II in Austin, TX. The role leads advanced epidemiological work on antimicrobial resistance and multidrug-resistant organisms, designs data collection and surveillance systems, analyzes data, and disseminates findings to stakeholders.

The position involves mentorship, technical assistance, and participation in outbreak response and quality improvement initiatives across the state.