Bethesda, MD: Medical Officer, NHLBI of NIH

Medical Officer-NHLBI-DH

SALARY RANGE: 82,961.00 - 127,442.00 USD per year
OPEN PERIOD: Wednesday, March 26, 2008 to Saturday, May 10, 2008
SERIES & GRADE: GS-0602-13/14
POSITION INFORMATION: Full-time Permanent
PROMOTION POTENTIAL: 14 DUTY
LOCATIONS: 5 vacancies - Bethesda, MD 5 vacancies - Bethesda, MD

http://jobsearch.usajobs.opm.gov/getjob.asp?JobID=70111277

Richmond, Virginia: ASSOCIATE HOSPITAL EPIDEMIOLOGIST AND MEDICAL DIRECTOR, Virginia Commonwealth University

ASSOCIATE HOSPITAL EPIDEMIOLOGIST AND MEDICAL DIRECTOR
Virginia Commonwealth University
Richmond, Virginia

JOB DETAILS
ANTIMICROBIAL MANAGEMENT TEAM
VCU MEDICAL CENTER

Rank: Assistant Professor

Title: Associate Hospital Epidemiologist

TITLE: ASSOCIATE HOSPITAL EPIDEMIOLOGIST AND MEDICAL DIRECTOR JOB #: 772236
LOCATION: Richmond, Virginia FULL TIME/PART TIME: Full Time
CLIENT: Virginia Commonwealth University PERMANENT/TEMPORARY: Regular
POSTED: 02/22/2008 EMPLOYMENT/CONTRACT WORK: Employment
REPLY SENT: NO VISA WAIVER AVAILABLE: No

DESCRIPTION:
Faculty member sought who can manage the hospital´s Infection Control Program. The Associate Hospital Epidemiologist is responsible for working closely with the Hospital Epidemiologist in providing the necessary leadership to accomplish the following goals:

1) Promote the safety of patients, personnel, trainees and visitors;
2) Decrease the risk for healthcare associated infections
3) Minimize the risk of transmission of infections associated with the use of procedures, medical equipment and medical devices.

Requirements: MD Degree, Board Certification/eligibility in Internal Medicine and Infectious Diseases, eligible for Virginia medical license. Additional training (fellowship and/or advanced degree) or experience in hospital epidemiology desired. Eligible for faculty appointment in the School of Medicine at the level of Assistant or Associate Professor.
CONTACT:
Interested candidates should forward their curriculum vitae to:

Michael Edmond, MD, MPH, MPA
Professor of Internal Medicine, Epidemiology and Community Health
Associate Chair for Education, Department of Internal Medicine
Hospital Epidemiologist, VCU Medical Center
Box 980019
Richmond, VA 23298-0019
Phone: 804-828-2121
Fax: 804-828-2125
Email:medmond@mcvh-vcu.edu
Webpage:www.people.vcu.edu~medmond

Virginia Commonwealth University is an affirmative action, equal opportunity employer. Women, minorities and persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply.

Hyattsville, MD: Research Associate, MedStar Research Institute, Biostatstics and Epidemiology department

Research Associate

Company: MedStar Research Institute
Location: HYattsville, MD
Status: Full Time, Employee Job Category: Biotech/R&D/Science
Career Level: Experienced (Non-Manager) Education Level: Bachelor's Degree

MedStar Research Institute is the research center of MedStar Health, the Baltimore/Washington area's largest health care delivery system. The purpose of the Institute is to conduct and support medical research that results in better treatments and prevention strategies for the major diseases affecting the communities we serve. The Washington Business Journal has named MedStar Health one of the “Best Places to Work.”

The Institute is actively seeking qualified applications for a Research Associate for our Biostatstics and Epidemiology department in Hyattsville, MD.

The Research Associate is responsible for execution of research projects and providing data management support for designated research studies. The Research Associate will manage, troubleshoot, and enhance the web-based data entry system. Prepare study reports, lisitngs, tables, graphs, and other presentations of study data. Develop data management Manual of Operating Procedures. Will also handle cleaning and auditing of clinical data and databases in compliance with MedStar Research Institute standards, client guidelines, contractual obligations and regulatory agency guidelines.

Minimum Qualifications:

Education: MPH, or Bachelors degree in computer science

Experience: The candidate should have at least 1 year or proven data management and data analysis experience with the SAS statistical package, Experience with SQL, VB.net programming, and Excellent written and oral communication skills. Ability to meet deadlines and to re-order work tasks as needed.

MedStar’s Total Rewards Program is our way of sharing our success with employees. Our staff enjoys a comprehensive benefits package including health, dental, and vision plans, life and disability insurance, a retirement program with a generous employer contribution, education and training opportunities, employee assistance program and convenience care services, a high-growth environment with opportunities for professional development, and much more.

For consideration, please email your resume to mri.careers@medstar.net or visit our website (www.medstarresearch.org/careers) to apply online.

MRI is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Delaware: Director Epidemiology - AstraZeneca Pharmaceuticals

Director Epidemiology - AstraZeneca Pharmaceuticals - [3/24/2008]


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Location: Delaware, DE
Posted on: 3/24/2008
Position type: Full Time
Job Code: 1782842
Areas of expertise desired: Other

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Description
The Director, Epidemiology will work independently and guide more junior staff in the design, execution, analysis, interpration, and internal and external communication of specific epidemiologic studies. This role requires taking a leadership role a range of activities, e.g.
Deliver highly experienced strategic input, epidemiological support and leadership to Research Areas (RAs), Therapy Areas (TAs), project teams and the Epidemiology Group, at all stages of pharmaceutical development, to maximize the market potential of AstraZeneca products, manage risks, and optimize epidemiological processes and methods
Specialized research to enhance the effectiveness of Epidemiology contributions to world wide submissions and the drug research process including discovery, development and commercialization across a broad range of products
Effectively negotiate with and strategically influence senior leadership (e.g. Department or Therapy area leaders) as well as a wide range of project teams
Provide innovative thinking regarding the design of clinical and epidemiological programmes and commercialisation
Set standards for utilization of epidemiology, provide methodological leadership and input to Epidemiological Strategies
Identify and validate external data sources
Develop relationships with international opinion leaders and collaborative groups to enhance the standing of AZ Epidemilogy and epidemiologists in the external scientific/academic community
Provide strategic guidance to the global epidemiology skills group and to the company in a specific epidemiological area of expertise, and typically, in a specific therapy area.


Requirements
Ph.D. in epidemiology or a related field and at least 5 years experience as an epidemiologist in a health care environment. Alternatively, a Masters degree or equivalent and at least 10 years experience as an epidemiologist in a health care environment.
At least six years experience in the pharmaceutical industry or in closely related academic epidemiological research
Sustained productivity in epidemiological research as manifest by successful design, execution, and publication of epidemiological research relevant to drug discovery and development (e.g., drug safety).
Emerging recognition by the external scientific communities as an expert in the application of epidemiology to areas relevant to drug development and commercialization
Sustained record of epidemiological productivity at a strategic as well as an operational level
Able to effectively engage and consult with recognized key external scientific experts
Widely recognized as expert in a particular therapy area and/or epidemiological application

Skills and Capabilities
Thorough knowledge of epidemiological methodology and its applications to pharmaceutical industry at an international level
Broad therapeutic and disease area knowledge and a comprehensive knowledge of drug development and life cycle management
Excellent understanding of the overall business strategy and its link to the various disease areas
High level of influencing ability and be able to negotiate and strategically influence other functions in discovery, development and commercial environment
Methodological leadership and ability to defend his or her opinions and beliefs
Strategic direction
Innovativeness

http://www.hirelifescience.com/seeker_jobs.asp?jobsID=78200

Memphis, TN: Physician Epidemiologist, Department of Preventive Medicine, Univ. of Tennessee Health Science Center

Physician Epidemiologist
Univ. of Tennessee Health Science Center

Job Title: Physician Epidemiologist
Department: Preventive Medicine
Department Website: http://utmem.edu/PrevMed
Institution: Univ. of Tennessee Health Science Center
Memphis, TN

Application Deadline: Open Until Filled
Position Start Date: Available Immediately

Job Categories: Research Professor
Lecturer/Instructor
Assistant Professor
Associate Professor
Professor


Academic Field(s): Public Health/Biostatistics/Epidemiology
Medicine


Apply By E-mail: kjohnson@utmem.edu


Job Description:

The Department of Preventive Medicine at the University of Tennessee Health Science Center is seeking a physician epidemiologist for a full-time tenure-track position. This position will provide an excellent opportunity to continue or develop a research program in clinical trials/epidemiologic research and to teach in the epidemiology degree program at the University.

The University of Tennessee Health Science Center is a major medical and research center in West Tennessee. The Department of Preventive Medicine’s research areas of emphasis include: Health Promotion and Disease Prevention, Chronic Disease Epidemiology and Health Outcomes Research. The Department is home to several large, ongoing observational studies and clinical trials in the areas of Obesity, Aging, Smoking Cessation, Diabetes, Cardiovascular Disease, Women’s Health and Osteoporosis.

Requirements for the positions include an M.D. degree, with a license to practice medicine in the United States, preferably with training in Preventive Medicine or training in a primary care specialty such as Internal Medicine with an M.P.H. Candidates will be expected to obtain a license to practice medicine in the State of Tennessee. Rank will be commensurate with training and experience

The successful candidate is expected to participate in ongoing clinical and translational research as well as develop and maintain a funded research program. The candidate will also be expected to teach at least one course per year in the Master of Science in Epidemiology program, to supervise Master’s students and to serve as a mentor. The candidate will be expected to help develop a Preventive Medicine Residency Program in the Department of Preventive Medicine. Depending upon qualifications, opportunities for a joint appointment in an appropriate clinical department are available.

Interested applicants should submit a curriculum vitae, a cover letter describing research interests and experience, and names and addresses of three references to Karen Johnson, M.D., M.P.H., chair, Physician Epidemiologist Search Committee, University of Tennessee Health Science Center, Department of Preventive Medicine, 66 N. Pauline, Suite 633, Memphis, TN 38163.



EEO / AA Policy:

The University of Tennessee Health Science Center is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.

Contact: Karen Johnson, M.D.
Preventive Medicine
Univ. of Tennessee Health Science Center
66 N. Pauline
Suite 633
Memphis, TN 38163

Phone Number: 901-448-5900
Fax Number: 901-448-7041
E-mail: kjohnson@utmem.edu

Newark, NJ: Chair, Community Health (Dental epidemiology), New Jersey Dental School

Chair
New Jersey Dental School

Job Title: Chair
Department: Community Health (Dental)
Department Website: http://dentalschool.umdnj.edu/depts/comm-health/index.htm

Institution: New Jersey Dental School
Newark, NJ

Application Deadline: Open Until Filled
Position Start Date: Available Immediately

Job Categories: Department Head/Chair


Academic Field(s): Public Health/Epidemiology
Oral Medicine/Pathology/Oncology
Oral Biology


Apply By E-mail: binderre@umdnj.edu


Job Description:

The New Jersey Dental School is currently accepting applications for the position of Chairman of the Department Community Health. The successful applicant will have administrative responsibilities for the following areas of community service, teaching and patient care:

Epidemiology
Community Health and Outreach
Behavioral Sciences
Oral Health and Disease Prevention
Dental Public Health
Professionalism and Ethics
Cultural Competency

Additional responsibilities will include didactic and clinical teaching responsibilities in predoctoral, postgraduate, graduate and fellowship programs as well as research, patient care (if appropriate) and service activities.

The ideal candidate should have an established record in education, patient care and research and have demonstrated ability in providing outstanding administrative leadership.

Candidates must possess a DDS or DMD degree from an ADA accredited Dental School be eligible for licensure in the State of New Jersey or have a Ph.D. or equivalent degree in a relevant area such as public health, or epidemiology. Academic Rank and salary are commensurate with qualifications and experience. The University has excellent health and retirement benefits.

Intramural faculty practice is available and participation is encouraged. As part of the nation’s largest university of health sciences, the New Jersey Dental School is known for its innovative curriculum, leadership in community service and dedication to furthering oral health research.

A letter of interest, and a curriculum vitae or the names of suggested nominees should be sent to: Dr. Robert Binder, Chair, Community Health Search Committee, Department of Orthodontics, Room C-704, UMDNJ-NJDS, 110 Bergen Street, Newark, New Jersey 07101-1709

New Jersey Dental School, a component of the University of Medicine and Dentistry of New Jersey is located on the Newark Campus along with New Jersey Medical School, the Graduate School of Biomedical Sciences, the School of Health Related Professions, the School of Nursing and The University Hospital.



EEO / AA Policy:

UMDNJ is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer, m/f/d/v, and a member of the University Health System of New Jersey.


Contact Information
(send resume to if no instructions are given above)

Contact: Robert E. Binder, Chair , Community Health Search Committee
Department of Orthodontics
New Jersey Dental School
110 Bergen Street
Newark, NJ 07101-1709

Phone Number: 973-972-4729
Fax Number: 973-972-0526
E-mail: binderre@umdnj.edu

Detroit, MI: Faculty, Epidemiologist- Rank to be Determined, Perinatology Research, Wayne State University and NIH/NICHD

Faculty - Rank to be Determined
Wayne State University
Detroit, MI,

This is not an entry-level position.

Job ID: 4304408
Position Title: Faculty - Rank to be Determined
Industry: Medical (Clinical)
Posted: March 22, 2008
Job Type: Full Time

Essential Functions: Perinatology Research Branch/ National Institutes of Health/National Institute of Child Health and Human Development (NIH/NICHD) in partnership with Wayne State University; Detroit, Michigan, seeks qualified candidates for the position of Epidemiologist. The individual chosen for this position will become part of a highly successful, fast-paced research group that focuses on clinical and basic research in perinatal medicine and related disciplines. The goal of this research is to develop novel diagnostic, therapeutic and preventative strategies to reduce adverse pregnancy outcome, infant mortality, and handicap. The research agenda involves novel discovery technologies in functional genomics, proteomics, metabolomics, and DNA analysis. Successful Epidemiologist candidates will have: * In-depth knowledge of biostatistical methodologies, procedures, and testing * Expertise in the conduction and analysis of longitudinal studies * Expertise in data coordination, collection, and statistical analysis methods and principles * Competence in the area of mathematical modeling * Knowledge of medical research protocols * Familiarity with computer software design and programming languages * Strong oral and written communication skills * Ability to work independently and collaboratively * Basic knowledge of perinatology is desirable * Additional duties as requested

Qualifications: * Ph.D. in Epidemiology, Biostatistics, Statistics or relevant field * Minimum of two years experience * Rank commensurate with credentials

http://jobs.wayne.edu/applicants/Central?quickFind=185432

Miami, FL: Hospital Epidemiologist, University of Miami School of Medicine

Hospital Epidemiologist

Source: JAMACareerNet.com

Organization: University of Miami School of Medicine


Location: FL United States

Last Updated: 3/21/2008

Work Type: Permanent, Employee

Job Status: Full Time


Job Description
UNIVERSITY OF MIAMI, MILLER SCHOOL OF MEDICINE - The Division of Infectious Diseases, Dept of Medicine, is recruiting for a hospital epidemiologist to guide the Infectious Control Activities at Jackson Memorial Hospital. Jackson Memorial Hospital is a 1550 bed facility that provides care to one of the most diverse urban populations in the country. It is also a tertiary care facility with outstanding programs in virtually all specialty areas, a magnet for both national and international patients. The level 1 Ryder trauma center is one of the busiest in the United States. The transplantation program is also one of the largest of its kind in the world. The incumbent must be BE/BC in infectious diseases with experience in hospital epidemiology and infection control. Applicants with research experience are preferred. He or she will be responsible for supervising the infection control activities at the center and the development of new programs. UM is an AA/EOE. Applications from women and people from diverse racial, ethnic and cultural backgrounds are encouraged.

Interested applicants should send a CV, a statement of research interests, and names of three references to Gordon Dickinson, MD, Division Chief, Infectious Diseases (D90A), Department of Medicine, UM-Miller School of Medicine, PO Box 016960, Miami, FL 33101.

Albany, NY: Assistant Research Scientist (Epidemiology), State of New York, Immunization Program, Division of Epidemiology

Application Due By: 4/4/2008

Title
Assistant Research Scientist (Epidemiology)

Location
Immunization Program, Division of Epidemiology
Corning Tower Building, Empire State Plaza
Albany, NY 12237

Regions
0

Salary
$36228 to $46041

Grade
14

Classification
Civil Service

Work Hours
8:30 AM to 5:00 PM

Work Days
Mon - Fri

Employment Type
Full Time

Appointment Type
Permanent

Jurisdictional Class
Non-Competitive

Bargaining Unit/MC
PS&T - PEF

Duties/ Responsibilities
Under the direction of the Research Scientist 1 (G-18) of the Immunization Registry Program, the incumbent will support the epidemiological research and quality assurance activities of the New York State Immunization Information System (NYSIIS). In coordination with higher level staff, the incumbent will ensure that NYSIIS data is complete and accurate. The Assistant Research Scientist will be responsible for the manual duplication process of patient records and immunizations administered; will respond to requests from parents/legal guardians or authorized individuals or users without internet access for individual immunization requests; will prepare monthly reports of duplicate records by region; and will prepare ad hoc reports of user accounts, duplicate records, or other data requests from staff.

Minimum/Preferred Qualifications
Bachelors Degree with specialization in epidemiology or a related field and one year of experience in that field. Thirty graduate hours leading to an advanced degree in an appropriate field may be substituted for the required experience.

Proficiency using personal computers, including knowledge of Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, Access; and Power Point). Excellent written and oral communication skills, including telephone skills. Strong organizational skills and the ability to handle multiple and diverse tasks in a busy office environment.


Additional Comments
Permanent, non-competitive, full-time appointment.

"Some positions may require additional credentials or a background check to verify your identity."

Contact Information

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Contact Name
Human Resources Management Group, ARS/22920/JC

Address
Room 2276, Corning Tower Building
Empire State Plaza
Albany, NY 12237

Phone
(518) 486-1812

Fax
(518) 474-6771

Additional Instructions
Submit resume Human Resources Management Group, ARS/22920/JC, Room 2276, Corning Tower Building, Empire State Plaza, Albany, New York 12237-0012, or by email to resume@health.state.ny.us with a subject line ARS/22920/JC, or by fax to (518) 474-6771, no later than April 4, 2008.


The State of New York does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, age, sexual orientation, religion or disability in the admission to, access to or employment in our programs or activities. Reasonable accommodation will be provided upon request. The State of New York is an Equal Opportunity Employer

Boston, MA: Assistant / Associate Professor and Director of Biostatistics, Children's Hospital and Harvard Medical School

Assistant / Associate Professor and Director of Biostatistics
Posted by: Children's Hospital and Harvard Medical School
Posted date: 19-Mar-08

The Clinical Research Program (CRP) at Children's Hospital, Boston and Harvard Medical School seek candidates for the position of Director of the Biostatistics Core at the level of Assistant or Associate Professor. The Biostatistics Core currently provides biostatistical support and consultation to investigators from several departments in the Hospital.

The Director's position is responsible for the daily oversight and scientific direction of the Biostatistics Core of the Clinical Research Program. This individual will supervise the faculty and staff of the Core, provide senior-level statistical and study design expertise for the development of grant applications and for ongoing studies, interact with clinical investigators on the design, implementation, and analysis of clinical studies, pursue opportunities for programmatic growth and research funding, and participate in teaching seminars on epidemiology and biostatistics to clinical faculty at Children's Hospital. The Director of the Biostatistics Core will also work with other Core leaders and directors within the Clinical Research Program to help form alliances and partnerships to build a state of the art research and service environment under the leadership of the Program Director.

Qualified candidates must have Ph.D. in Biostatistics, Statistics, Epidemiology or a related field and a minimum of seven to ten years experience in clinical research with a demonstrated ability in the design and analysis of clinical trials. The successful candidate should have a strong record of collaborative research and peer-reviewed publications, outstanding communications skills, and experience managing faculty and staff as well as a professional orientation toward service and teamwork. Faculty appointment will be at the Harvard Medical School in a clinical department relevant to the candidate's expertise.

Application

Interested candidates should submit a cover letter describing their background and experience, curriculum vitae, and contact information for three references to:

Voula Osganian, MD, ScD; Director
Clinical Research Program
Children's Hospital Boston
300 Longwood Avenue
Boston, MA 02115

or e-mail at stavroula.osganian@childrens.harvard.edu

Applications will be reviewed until the position is filled.

Children's Hospital Boston and Harvard Medical School are Equal Opportunity Employers.

Wisconsin: Tenure-Track Faculty Position in Epidemiology, Medical College of Wisconsin

Position: Tenure-Track Faculty Position in Epidemiology
Institution: Medical College of Wisconsin
Location: Wisconsin
Date posted: 3/20/2008


Medical College of Wisconsin
Department of Population Health
Tenure-Track Faculty Position in Epidemiology
Rank Open


The Department of Population Health at the Medical College of Wisconsin seeks candidates for a newly created full-time tenure-track faculty position in the area of epidemiology. The successful candidate will join the faculty in a new and innovative PhD Program in Public and Community Health that will enroll its first cohort of students in the Fall of 2008. This program will transform the research paradigm in public and community health by educating a new generation of researchers who will integrate the rigors of the traditional public health sciences with the essential components of community health improvement through participation and partnership. The successful applicant will be expected to maintain the Department levels of academic productivity in research activity, service and teaching.
Minimum qualifications include an earned doctorate in epidemiology or a field relevant to public health and a demonstrated record of teaching, research and scholarly activity.

Ideal candidates will have an extensive publication record in peer-reviewed journals; a history of extramural funding; commitment to and experience in mentoring students; prior experience in community-based participatory research and partnership development; effective oral and written communication skills; and commitment to collegiality and collaboration.

The Medical College of Wisconsin is committed to community health improvement through its Advancing a Healthier Wisconsin permanent endowment of $300M which has three complementary components:
Healthier Wisconsin Partnership Program-supports community-academic partnerships and awards $5-$7M per year in perpetuity.
Educational Leadership for the Health of the Public-supports investments in health and healthcare education for both providers and consumers.
Research for a Healthier Tomorrow-supports both basic and clinical research initiatives in cardiovascular disease, cancer, neuroscience, genetics and population health.

For more information, please visit http://www.mcw.edu/display/docid16993.htm

Salary and other considerations will be competitive and consistent with the College's commitment to recruiting excellent faculty leaders.

Review of applications will occur on a rolling basis and continue until the position is filled. The date of appointment is open to negotiation.

Please submit a letter indicating area of expertise and interest in the position, curriculum vitae and the names and contact information of three references by email to:

Cheryl A. Maurana, Ph.D.
Professor and Interim Chair, Department of Population Health
Senior Associate Dean for Public and Community Health
Program Director, PhD in Public and Community Health
Medical College of Wisconsin
8701 Watertown Plank Road
P.O. Box 26509
Milwaukee, WI 53226-0509
cmaurana@mcw.edu

For information on the Department of Population Health, please visit http://www.mcw.edu/hpi.

The Medical College of Wisconsin is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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Contact Information:


E-mail : cmaurana@mcw.edu
Dr. Cheryl Maurana
Professor and Interim Chair
Medical College of Wisconsin
8701 Watertown Plank Road
P.O. Box 26509
Milwaukee, WI 53226-0509
USA

Atlanta, Georgia: Research Scientist Positions (Epidemiology, Behavioral, Social, Health Policy research), Centers for Disease Control and Prevention

Research Scientist Positions at the CDC POSTED: Mar 19

Salary: Open Location: Atlanta, Georgia
Employer: Centers For Disease Control and Prevention
Type: Full Time

Description
Research Scientist Positions at the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention
The Prevention Development and Evaluation Branch (PDEB) in the Division of Violence Prevention at the CDC is seeking candidates for three research positions. The Division supports intramural and extramural research and projects to prevent violence. Efforts include the prevention of youth violence, child maltreatment, sexual violence, intimate partner violence, and suicide.

Behavioral Scientist or Epidemiologist. Responsibilities focus on the development, implementation, and evaluation of violence prevention strategies, programs, and policies through independent and collaborative research. The scientist also provides consultation to grantees and other researchers with a focus on the primary prevention of violence. Individuals with research interests or experience in youth violence and community violence are preferred. PhD or other terminal degree in psychology, sociology, criminology, or related field required. Competitive salary and benefits. Interested candidates should send a curriculum vita to Dr. Linda Anne Valle either by email (LValle@cdc.gov) or by mail to Division of Violence Prevention, MS K-63, 4770 Buford Highway, NE, Atlanta, GA 30341. Review of applications will begin on April 15, 2008. Applications received by that time will receive full consideration.

Social Scientist, Health Economist or Health Policy Researcher: Provides expert consultation on health policy research related to the prevention of child maltreatment, violence against women, youth violence, or suicide prevention. Develops grants, contracts or cooperative agreements with institutions of higher education, community-based organizations and other governmental and non-governmental health agencies. Independently designs and conducts research to examine the cost and effectiveness of policies designed to prevent violence. PhD or other terminal degree in criminology, economics, health policy, political science, sociology or related field required. Competitive salary and benefits. The review of applications will begin on April 15, 2008. Applications received by that time will receive full consideration. Applicants may submit a curriculum vita or resume to Curtis Florence, 4770 Buford Highway, NE, Mail Stop F-64, Atlanta, Georgia 30341 or e–mail: CFlorence@cdc.gov.

Chapel Hill, NC: Assistant/Associate Professor (Global health, Health Education & Promotion), University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill

Job Title: Assistant/Associate Professor
Department: Health Behavior and Health Education
Department Website: http://www.sph.unc.edu/hbhe
Institution: University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill
Chapel Hill, NC

Application Deadline: Open Until Filled
Position Start Date: Available Immediately

Job Categories: Assistant Professor
Associate Professor


Academic Field(s): Health Education & Promotion
Community Health
Clinical Psychology
Medicine
Public Health/Biostatistics/Epidemiology
Public Health/Management/Administration


Job Website: http://www.sph.unc.edu/hbhe

Apply By E-mail: global_health_search@unc.edu


Job Description:

TENURE-TRACK POSITION in health behavior and health education with focus on global health. Appointment at Assistant Professor; other ranks may be considered.

DEPARTMENT OVERVIEW: Faculty address prevention, health promotion, disease management across a variety of health problems in diverse populations domestically and internationally, emphasizing three areas: health communication, interpersonal and social processes, and community engagement. The department is committed to research and practice that advances social justice.

RESPONSIBILITIES include funded research, graduate level teaching, and advising. Scholarship should include application of health behavior principles to preventing or reducing global health problems and bring a global perspective to an understanding of health behavior and health promotion topic areas. Research should focus on health priorities in low-resource settings, addressing infectious or chronic diseases or other global health issues.

QUALIFICATIONS: Doctorate in international health, behavioral or social sciences, medicine or public health, or related disciplines. Research experience pertinent to global health and health behavior. Demonstrated ability to establish and collaborate in multidisciplinary, funded research programs. Peer-reviewed publications required; some graduate-level teaching experience preferred.

DATES: Screening of applications will begin on April 1, 2008.

TO APPLY: email PDF versions of curriculum vitae, cover letter and contact information for three references to Jo Anne Earp, Sc.D., Search Committee Chair, at global_health_search@unc.edu.

SEE DETAILED INSTRUCTIONS FOR APPLICATION at: www.sph.unc.edu/hbhe



EEO / AA Policy:

The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We strongly encourage applications from women, minorities and individuals with disabilities.

Contact: Jo Anne Earp, Search Committee Chair
Health Behavior and Health Education
University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill
Chapel Hill, NC

Phone Number: 919-966-3761
E-mail: global_health_search@unc.edu

New Orleans, LA: Assistant/Associate Professor (Biostatistics Program), Louisiana State University Health Sciences Center School of Public Health

Job Title: Assistant/Associate Professor
Department: School of Public Health
Institution: LSU Health Sciences Center
New Orleans, LA

Application Deadline: Open Until Filled
Position Start Date: Available Immediately

Job Categories: Associate Professor
Assistant Professor


Academic Field(s): Public Health/Biostatistics/Epidemiology


Job Website: http://publichealth.lsuhsc.edu/

Apply By E-mail: DMerca@lsuhsc.edu


Job Description:

The Biostatistics Program of the Louisiana State University Health Sciences Center School of Public Health in New Orleans is seeking applicants for a tenure-track faculty position at the rank of assistant or associate professor.

The LSU-HSC School of Public Health has a strong research program with a tradition of funding from NIH, CDC, and a variety of other state and federal state agencies and private institutions. We anticipate rapid and continued growth in the Biostatistics Program to parallel a major recruitment initiative at the health sciences center.

We are looking for candidates that are committed to graduate education to participate in the newly approved Ph.D. degree program in Biostatistics and the existing M.S. and MPH degree programs in Biostatistics. Successful candidates will be expected to develop and maintain active research programs in methodological and applied Biostatistics.

Areas of special interest include among others, linear and generalized linear modeling, non-parametric inference, spatial biostatistics, survival modeling, and clinical trials research. Also, there is an expectation that each successful candidate will develop a research program involving collaborations throughout the health sciences center that fit well with his or her specific interest and expertise.

This position requires active participation in teaching and mentoring activities within our masters and Ph.D. programs in Biostatistics. Preference will be given to those individuals who can demonstrate success in these endeavors.

Additional information about the school and biostatistics program can be found at:


http://publichealth.lsuhsc.edu/BIOS-Intro.html.


Applications will be considered until the position is filled.

Applicants should send a cover letter describing career goals and relevant qualifications and experience along with a current CV, and names of three references.


EEO / AA Policy:

LSU is an AA/equal opportunity educator and employer.

Contact: Dr. Donald Mercante
School of Public Health
LSU Health Sciences Center
1615 Poydras
Suite 1400
New Orleans, LA 70112

Phone Number: 50456859681
Fax Number: 5045685701
E-mail: DMerca@lsuhsc.edu

Rockville, MD: Epidemiologist, International Epidemiology Institute (joint appt with Vanderbilt University Medical Center)

Rockville, MD: Epidemiologist

Summary:
The International Epidemiology Institute (IEI) in Rockville, Maryland seeks a highly motivated epidemiologist to participate in the design, management, evaluation, data analysis, and publication of findings from ongoing and planned epidemiologic studies. Initial duties will include contributing to two retrospective cohort studies, both of which seek to evaluate whether employed groups may have experienced increased mortality rates from cancer or other diseases. Qualified candidates may also be eligible for appointment, at a rank commensurate with their experience, at the Vanderbilt University Medical Center.

Qualifications:
- Masters (MPH, MSPH, ScM) required, doctorate (MD, PhD, ScD) preferred
- At least 2 years of experience in the conduct and management of epidemiologic studies, with more extensive experience expected of a candidate lacking a doctoral degree

Desired Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
- Expertise in the design, conduct, analysis, interpretation and communication of observational studies
- Strong epidemiologic analytical skills using SAS and/or STATA
- Fundamental understanding of database structures with the ability to direct data management and analysis
- Experience with critique and synthesis of epidemiologic research in the literature
- Strong written and oral communications skills
- Ability to work autonomously and with a team of professionals in a multi-tasking environment
- Excellent organizational skills with the ability to adapt and adjust to changing priorities
- Ability to prioritize and organize work to meet deadlines while multi-tasking
- Strong management skills with extensive hands-on supervisory experience
- Positive attitude and the ability to work well with others in a multi-disciplinary team setting

Timeframe:
Position is available starting April 1 or thereafter.

About IEI:
IEI is a unique research institute founded in 1994 by scientists from the National Cancer Institute. IEI conducts both NIH- and privately-funded research. For more information, please see http://www.iei.us. IEI provides excellent health, vacation, and retirement benefits. IEI is affiliated with Vanderbilt University.

Salary:
Salary will be competitive and commensurate with experience.

Contact Information:
Please forward all CVs with a cover letter to Mr. Mike Mumma via email (mike@iei.us).

New York: Public Health Epidemiologist II, NYC Dept. of Health and Mental Hygiene (DOHMH), Bureau of Immunization

Public Health Epidemiologist II

The NYC Dept. of Health and Mental Hygiene’s (DOHMH) Bureau of Immunization has a need for a Public Health Epidemiologist II. The mission of the Bureau of Immunization is to protect the health of all New Yorkers through the prevention and control of Vaccine Preventable Diseases. The Surveillance Unit of the Bureau is directly responsible for monitoring, reporting and investigating all reported suspect cases of VPDs. The Unit is responsible for assuring the institution of control measures, as well as outbreak response including identifying contacts, vaccination and antibiotic prophylaxis. The recent introduction of new vaccines for children and adults has created the need for the design and implementation of new and creative surveillance systems to monitor the impact of these new vaccines, which may include rotavirus and human papillomavirus infections.

The Public Health Epidemiologist II will work under the supervision of the Unit Chief of the Surveillance Unit in the Bureau of Immunization. The Public Health Epidemiologist II will perform the following duties: Management of the disease data bases; responsible for routine analysis of surveillance data and the production of routine reports; conducting other analytic projects, including research; coordinating investigations between field staff and central office; serving as point of contact for receipt of reports of VPDs to the central office; assisting with outbreak investigations, including database development, data analysis and required field work including specimen collection; monitoring the quality of surveillance data and overseeing reporting VPD surveillance data to local, state, and national authorities.

The qualified candidate must possess:
1. A Master's degree in public health or epidemiology from an accredited college or
university; or

2. A Baccalaureate degree from an accredited college or university, including or supplemented by eight credits in the physical or biological sciences; or a Baccalaureate degree from an accredited college or university, and successful completion of PRINCIPLES OF EPIDEMIOLOGY (#3030-G), a course for health professionals, given by the Centers for Disease Control, U.S. Public Health Service; plus one year of full-time paid experience as a health professional in a position which requires the reading and interpretation of hospital medical charts and complex medical information, in order to ascertain the medical condition of patients.

At least one year experience in epidemiological methods, public health practice, outbreak investigation and disease control methods is preferred. Excellent interpersonal skills are desirable. Excellent computer skills including MS Access, MS Excel, GIS applications and statistical analysis software e.g. SAS, SPSS, and, Stata are a plus. Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including bilingual ability are preferred as well.

IF YOU WERE EDUCATED IN A FOREIGN SCHOOL, YOU MUST SUBMIT A FOREIGN DEGREE EVALUATION, FROM AN APPROVED ORGANIZATION, WITH YOUR RESUME.

NOTE: NEW YORK CITY RESIDENCY IS REQUIRED WITHIN 90 DAYS OF APPOINTMENT.
To apply for this position, visit www.healthsolutions.org. Search for NYC Dept. of Health – Public Health Epidemiologist II - 0302. We accept online applications only.
NYC DOHMH is an EOE.

San Juan, Puerto Rico: Associate or Full Professor (Inflammation and Chronic Disease), University of Puerto Rico Medical Sciences Campus

Inflammation and Chronic Disease POSTED: Mar 25

Salary: Open Location: San Juan, Puerto Rico
Employer: University of Puerto Rico
Type: Full Time - Experienced
Category: epidemiology

Description
The Medical Sciences Campus at the University of Puerto Rico seeks a mid career or senior investigator at Associate or Full Professor level for a research program relating inflammation and chronic diseases including CVD, diabetes, periodontal disease, and/or pregnancy outcomes.
The successful candidate should have a strong record of research publications and research funding. This individual should be able to develop and contribute to collaborative research to assess inflammatory and/or nutritional risk factors for chronic disease. Expertise in inflammation, nutrition (including obesity, physical activity or diet and nutrients) and/or one of the major chronic diseases would be important. Experience with cohort studies and large collaborative research projects would be highly desirable.

The University of Puerto Rico includes the schools of Medicine, Public Health, Dentistry, Nursing, Pharmacy and Health Professions, Diabetes and Cardiovascular Center. Joint appointments would be possible depending on the individual’s interests and background. Position, salary and startup funds will be commensurate with the training and experience of the candidate.

A tenure position will be committed for a senior candidate and will be processed at the earliest effective within two years of the start date. The start date is targeted to be for Spring 2008, but is negotiable.

Requirements
The successful candidate should have a strong record of research publications and research funding. This individual should be able to develop and contribute to collaborative research to assess inflammatory and/or nutritional risk factors for chronic disease. Expertise in inflammation, nutrition (including obesity, physical activity or diet and nutrients) and/or one of the major chronic diseases would be important. Experience with cohort studies and large collaborative research projects would be highly desirable.

http://careers.apha.org/jobdetail.cfm?job=2848760

San Francisco, CA: Clinical Outcomes Research Director (faculty), University of California at San Francisco

Position: Clinical Outcomes Research Director
Institution: University of California at San Francisco
Location: California
Date posted: 3/24/2008

University of California at San Francisco
Clinical Outcomes Research Director

The Department of Orthopaedic Surgery at UCSF is seeking a Research Director (In-Residence Faculty series) to conduct his/her own research and to create and lead a pre-eminent comprehensive clinical outcomes and health policy research program in collaboration with the department Chair and other senior faculty. Collaboration across research disciplines is expected to foster translation from research to clinical and community practice. The individual is expected to have joint appointments in the Philip R. Lee Institute for Health Policy Studies and the Department of Epidemiology and Biostatistics.

All appointments in this series include teaching medical students and residents, developing extramural-funding, and supervising graduate students.

Applicants should have a doctoral level degree; training and extensive experience in clinical outcomes research or closely allied fields; demonstrated involvement in quality of care research through peer-reviewed publications; demonstrated effectiveness in teaching and advising. Full time appointment Assistant or Associate; salary negotiable.

UCSF seeks candidates whose experience, teaching, research, or community service has prepared them to contribute to our commitment to diversity and excellence.

Please forward letter of intent, curriculum vitae and three blind reference letters to: Thomas Parker Vail, MD, Professor and Chair, c/o Toni Grimes grimest@orthosurg.ucsf.edu

An Equal Opportunity Employer

Philadelphia, PA: Associate or Full Professor (tenure track), international research in HIV/AIDS, University of Pennsylvania School of Medicine

FACULTY
Job Code: 0000051446 POSTED: Mar 20

Salary: Open Location: Philadelphia
Employer: University of Pennsylvania Position
Type: Faculty/Research

Description
The Penn Center for AIDS Research at the University of Pennsylvania School of Medicine seeks candidates for an Associate or Full Professor position in the tenure track. Rank will be commensurate with experience. The successful applicant will be accomplished in the area of international research in HIV/AIDS. Applicants must have an MD or PhD or equivalent degree. We seek candidates who have an established international HIV/AIDS-related research program that may include, but is not limited to, areas of HIV transmission and pathogenesis; co-infections associated with AIDS; treatment or epidemiology. The Penn CFAR presently has an international AIDS research program in Botswana, and the applicant will be expected to play a leadership role in the research mission of the Penn CFAR at that site. The University of Pennsylvania has a broad base of AIDS investigators with vigorous programs in virology, pathogenesis, behavioral studies, immunology/vaccine development, an active ACTU, and a broad range of graduate programs. Brand-new laboratory space at the Botswana site is presently under development. Applicants must have established expertise in their area of research and a record of scientific independence. Faculty appointment will be in an appropriate department in the School of Medicine.

The University of Pennsylvania is an Equal Opportunity, Affirmative Action Employer. Women and minority candidates are strongly encouraged to apply.

Please email CV, cover letter, three reference names, statement of research interests as a pdf file to: olivere@mail.med.upenn.edu. Dr. Susuan Ross, Professor of Microbiology, Chair of Search Committee. c/o Ms. Evelyn Olivieri, Associate Director, Center for AIDS Research, UPenn School of Medicine, 353 Biomedical Research Building II/III, 421 Curie Boulevard, Philadelphia, PA 19104-6160. CFAR web: http://www.uphs.upenn.edu/aids/