Epidemiologist Grad Intern at North… · Tacoma-Pi…

Summary: The North Carolina Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services is seeking a graduate student or recent post-graduate intern for the role of Epidemiologist Grad Intern. This temporary position focuses on designing and building public health reports and dashboards, while participating in data collection and analysis related to diseases of public importance. Responsibilities: - Collects, manages, and interprets public health data - Analyzes data using statistical methods and techniques to identify patterns, trends, and emerging issues - Prepares and presents findings from epidemiologic investigations and analyses to diverse audiences through reports, dashboards, and other communication tools - Assists in the design, implementation, and management of data collection tools and surveillance systems - Collects, manages, and interprets epidemiological and other public health data from a variety of sources - Engages with clients, community-based organizations, and partners –including occasional meetings outside of regular business hours to gather qualitative and quantitative information - Conducts literature reviews and secondary data searches to support public health assessments, surveillance, and program evaluation activities - Assists in the design, implementation, and management of data collection tools and surveillance systems for monitoring diseases and health indicators of public importance - Analyzes public health, medical, and social services data using statistical methods and other appropriate statistical techniques to identify patterns, trends, and emerging issues - Prepares and presents findings from epidemiologic investigations and program evaluation results to diverse audiences in both community and professional forums - Develops concise and comprehensive written reports, dashboards, and data summaries based on analyses, ensuring clarity, accuracy, and appropriate interpretation of data - The work you do might require you to participate in the Title XIX Medicaid Claiming Program - Performs other duties as assigned Required Qualifications: - Bachelor's degree and enrollment in a Master's Program in public health, epidemiology, biostatistics, or similar field - Graduate-level coursework in statistics and epidemiology; coursework or experience in health policy is preferred - 1 year of experience analyzing datasets - Experience in public health and/or community-based health or health care systems preferred - Experience in a team-based, applied research setting preferred - Advanced knowledge of standard Microsoft Office programs - Experience using statistical software preferably R - Knowledge of epidemiologic principles, practices, and techniques - Knowledge of common federal and state public health data sources such as those managed by the Department of Health, and social and medical services - Advanced mathematical and statistical skills relevant to epidemiological analysis and interpretation - Skilled in maintaining sensitive and confidential data and using discretion when sharing information - Skilled in communication: Listens to others and communicates in an effective manner, Asks questions in ways that enhance the clarity, quality, and reliability of information, Understands and learns from what others say, attends to nonverbal cues, and responds appropriately, Grasps the meaning of written information and applies it to work situations, Conveys ideas and facts using language the audience will best understand, taking into consideration the audience and nature of the information, Writes in a clear, concise, and organized manner for the intended audience - Knowledge of and demonstrated ability to apply advanced epidemiologic principles, practices and techniques - Knowledge of and ability to apply advanced inferential statistics to work performed - Demonstrated ability to adapt epidemiologic principles of design and measurement to practice-based public health issues - Experience using R or Python for computational analysis of large datasets - Knowledge and skill working with PowerBI in dashboard development and data visualizations, with the additional knowledge of GIS software a plus Preferred Qualifications: - Graduate-level coursework in health policy is preferred - Experience in public health and/or community-based health or health care systems preferred - Experience in a team-based, applied research setting preferred Required Skills: Epidemiologic principles, Statistical methods, R, Python, SQL, PowerBI, GIS software, Public health data sources, Data visualization, Data analysis, Report writing Benefits: Tacoma-Pierce County Health Department offers an excellent pay and benefits package, combined with the opportunity to provide innovative Public Health services to our community, making this a rewarding place to work!, Salary offers are typically made at the starting pay step and are reviewed annually. You will get an annual cost-of-living adjustment that increases the salary range as well as an annual step increase on your anniveristy date., Medical, Vision, and Dental Insurance:The Department pays a significant portion of these premiums for employees, their spouse or domestic partner, and dependent children, with an FTE of .80 or greater. Employees with an FTE between .50 and .80 pay a pro-rated portion of their premiums. Medical, vision and dental coverage begins the first day of the month following date of hire.*, Life Insurance:The Department provides a term Life Insurance policy equal to the employee's annual salary, up to a maximum of $50,000.* Affordable voluntary, spouse, and dependent life insurance is also available., Long Term Disability Insurance (LTD): The Department provides a base LTD policy which provides 40% income replacement for participants who are unable to work due to illness or injury for greater than 180 days. Buy-Up LTD is available at group rates and provides 60% income replacement to participants who are unable to work due to illness or injury for greater than 90 days., Retirement: Eligible employees participate in the Tacoma Employees' Retirement System (TERS). TERS is a defined retirement benefit plan funded by both the employee and the Department. We also have a 457 Deferred Compensation retirement program available which allows individuals to set aside a portion of their income on a tax deferred basis., Additional Benefits include: Generous paid vacation**, sick, personal, and holiday leave**, Flexible Spending Arrangement (FSA), Employee Assistance Program, On-site Fitness Center, Commute Trip Reduction program, Worksite Wellness Program, Direct Deposit; Service Awards, Safety Program / Rewards, Executive Benefits Plan and more., *Temporary Employees (hired for greater than 2 months):The Department provides medical, dental, and vision benefits, $12,000 base life insurance effective the first of the month following 2 months of employment. **Paid vacation, sick leave and holiday leave accrual begin following 6 months of temporary employment., Employee pay is distributed through Direct Deposit. For this reason, employees are required to have an open checking or savings account, at their choice of banking institutions, upon employment.