Tuberculosis Epidemiologist

Maine; Augusta (ME); On-site; USD 56,000 - 79,000; Full time

Job summary

The Maine Center for Disease Control & Prevention is seeking a Tuberculosis Epidemiologist to focus on infectious diseases, particularly tuberculosis. The role involves data coordination, outbreak investigation, and public health policy collaboration. Ideal candidates will possess a Master's in Epidemiology or equivalent experience, with strong communication and analytical skills.

Benefits

Paid holidays

Health and dental insurance

Retirement contributions

Parental leave

Qualifications

• Master's Degree in Epidemiology or Bachelor's with 2 years experience.
• Experience with infectious disease epidemiology, especially tuberculosis.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate data collection, analysis, and dissemination.
• Investigate active tuberculosis cases.
• Collaborate on treatment and contact investigations.

Skills

Communication

Collaboration

Data Analysis

Epidemiology

Education

Master's Degree in Epidemiology

Bachelor's Degree in related field

Tools

Microsoft Office

SAS

Job description

Location: Augusta, Maine, United States

Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS) Epidemiologist Opening Date: May 14, 2025 Closing Date: May 28, 2025 Job Class Code: 4363 Grade: 26 (Pro / Tech) Salary: $56,264.00 - $78,998.40 per year Position Number: 02000-2837 Location: Augusta

The Maine Center for Disease Control & Prevention is seeking a Tuberculosis Epidemiologist. This role focuses on Infectious Diseases in Maine, including surveillance, outbreak investigation, and public health interventions related to tuberculosis and other airborne or contact diseases. Responsibilities include developing surveillance systems, participating in outbreak investigations, providing consultation, and collaborating on public health policies.

Core Responsibilities:

As part of the Infectious Disease Epidemiology team, your duties will include:

1. Coordinating data collection, analysis, interpretation, and dissemination to stakeholders.
2. Investigating active tuberculosis cases.
3. Collaborating on treatment and contact investigations with Public Health Nursing.
4. Providing professional consultation to epidemiologists, healthcare partners, and the public.
5. Monitoring disease trends and emerging threats nationally and internationally.
6. Improving program operations through collaboration.
7. Contributing to public health policy initiatives.
8. Communicating epidemiological information effectively.
9. Serving as Epidemiologist-On-Call and participating in daily epidemiology meetings.
10. Managing the state tuberculosis workgroup.
11. Assisting with grant writing and reporting for tuberculosis programs.

Minimum Qualifications:

A Master's Degree in Epidemiology or a closely related field, or a Bachelor's Degree with two years of professional epidemiology experience. Equivalent experience may substitute for education.

Preferred Skills:

• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Experience with infectious disease epidemiology, especially tuberculosis.
• Ability to work effectively with diverse partners.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and extensive database skills.
• Experience with statistical software (SAS preferred).
• Ability to draft technical disease information for providers and the public.
• Experience with clinical laboratory testing or related knowledge.

Thinking about applying?

We encourage candidates from historically excluded communities to apply, emphasizing that your lived experience and passion are valued even if you do not meet every listed qualification.

Agency information:

The Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS) promotes health, safety, resilience, and opportunity in Maine, providing essential health and social services to diverse populations and overseeing public health initiatives.

The Maine CDC's mission is to develop and deliver services that preserve, protect, and promote the health of Maine's citizens.

Application Information:

Submit all documents in PDF format, including a resume and cover letter. For more details, contact Becky DeKeuster at (207)-287-3817 or [e-mail] for paper applications.

Benefits of working for the State of Maine:

• Paid holidays, sick leave, and vacation leave that increase with tenure.
• Health and dental insurance coverage, with the state paying a significant portion of premiums.
• Retirement contributions through MainePERS.
• Six weeks of fully paid parental leave, with additional unpaid options.

We value a workplace that fosters learning, growth, and inclusivity. Maine State Government is committed to an inclusive culture, respecting diversity across all backgrounds and identities. Reasonable accommodations are provided upon request.

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