TB Surveillance Epidemiologist | Public Health Data

Harris County; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Harris County Public Health in Houston seeks an Epidemiologist to apply epidemiologic methods to disease control and surveillance. You will focus on TB investigations, monitor county trends, and serve as subject matter expert during case and outbreak investigations, including contact tracing.

The role involves prevention and control of related diseases, data analysis for surveillance reports, and collaboration with public health partners to improve community health outcomes.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Public Health or related field.
• At least 1 year in public health-related disease investigation or surveillance.
• Valid Driver's License (Texas) with ability to travel as needed.

Responsibilities

• Conduct TB case and contact investigations and surveillance.
• Enter data into surveillance systems and generate routine reports.
• Provide 24/7 disease surveillance coverage on a rotating basis.
• Coordinate with TB clinic and partners to promote reporting.

Skills

Public health surveillance

Epidemiology investigations

Data analysis

Communication skills

Report writing

Collaboration

Education

Master’s degree in Public Health or related field

Tools

SPSS

STATA

SAS

R

Epi Info

Job description

Harris County Public Health in Houston seeks an Epidemiologist to apply epidemiologic methods to disease control and surveillance. You will focus on TB investigations, monitor county trends, and serve as subject matter expert during case and outbreak investigations, including contact tracing.

The role involves prevention and control of related diseases, data analysis for surveillance reports, and collaboration with public health partners to improve community health outcomes.