State Epidemiologist & Rural Health Lead (Hybrid)

DelDOT

Smyrna (DE)

Hybrid

USD 150,000 - 190,000

Full time

14 days+

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Job summary

Delaware Department of Health and Social Services (DHSS) seeks a Physician Epidemiologist to serve as the State Epidemiologist and lead the DPH Epidemiology Section. The role oversees surveillance, investigations, and response activities across infectious and chronic diseases, and informs policy decisions with robust data analysis.

The position includes direct patient care via telemedicine or in person, and a hybrid work arrangement with the Public Health Lab in Smyrna, DE.

Qualifications

Master’s degree required or equivalent in public health related field.
Demonstrated experience in Epidemiology, Statistics, Biostatistics or management of large datasets.
License as a Delaware Physician M.D. or D.O. or eligibility with license within 6 months.

Responsibilities

Serve as the designated State Epidemiologist and oversee the work of staff within the DPH Epidemiology Section.
Direct statewide epidemiology activities including surveillance, investigation, reporting and response for infectious and chronic diseases.
Analyze surveillance and population health data to identify disease trends and inform policy and resource allocation.
Provide medical and scientific consultation during public health emergencies including issuing advisories.
Perform direct patient care in person or via telemedicine.