Baltimore, Maryland: Infection Control Epidemiologist, The Johns Hopkins Hospital

Infection Control Epidemiologist
Job ID: 4358402
Position Title: Infection Control Epidemiologist
Company Name: The Johns Hopkins Hospital
Job Function: Epidemiology
Location(s): Baltimore, Maryland, 21201, United States
Posted: April 11, 2008
Entry Level: No
Job Type: Full-Time
Min Education: BA/BS/Undergraduate
Min Experience: 2-3 Years

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Job Description
The Johns Hopkins Hospital has led the way for over a century with medical advances that have benefited people throughout the world. Working in a world-renowned, 1,000+ bed, teaching hospital, our employees are dedicated to discovering new possibilities and growing in their careers.

The Medical Affairs department is recruiting an Infection Control Epidemiologist to assist the Associate Director of the Department of Hospital Epidemiology and Infection Control and the Hospital Epidemiologist in developing a strategic plan for the infection control program at the Hospital. This position has the major task for implementing the infection control program in their area of responsibility.

Other responsibilities include:
• Continuously evaluates all policies, procedures and practices relating to infection control within the institution to assure optimum protection for all patients, visitors and employees
• Utilizes an advanced knowledge of epidemiology, infectious diseases, sterilization, sanitation and disinfection practices, modes of disease transmission and specific principles of infection control and prevention
• Accountable to both the Hospital Epidemiologist and the Associate Director of the Department of Hospital Epidemiology and Infection Control for meeting these responsibilities

Requirements:
• Bachelor's degree in Nursing or a Master's degree in Microbiology, Public Health or a related field
• R.N. requires a minimum of 2-3 years of clinical experience
• Other disciplines require two years of infection control experience
• Certification in Infection Control (CIC) preferred

It's because we value the people who work here that we offer an unparalleled benefits package that includes, Medical, Vision and Dental Coverage, generous tuition reimbursement program, multifaceted retirement options and even college grant tuition for your dependents.

Good health care involves more than good medicine – it relies on the creative, inventive people who provide it. We invite you to discover the possibilities by applying at www.hopkinsmedicine.org/jhhr/jobs and refer to req. number 18289.

EOE/AA, M/F/D/V

Atlanta, GA: Surveillance Epidemiologist, OutbreakNet Team, Centers for Disease Control and Prevention

Job Title: Surveillance Epidemiologist, OutbreakNet Team, CDC
Job Number:
Organization: Centers for Disease Control and Prevention
Posted: 4/25/2008
Type: Full-Time
Classification: Epidemiology
Industry: Federal Government
Number of Openings: 1
Location: Atlanta, GA USA
Compensation: $44,993 to $58,490 depending on experience

Position Description: The OutbreakNet Team of the Enteric Diseases Epidemiology Branch; National Center for Zoonotic, Vector-Borne, and Enteric Diseases; Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has an opening for a Surveillance Epidemiologist. OutbreakNet is a national network of epidemiologists and other public health officials who investigate outbreaks of foodborne, waterborne, and other enteric illnesses. OutbreakNet is a collaboration among CDC, state and local health departments, the U.S. Department of Agriculture, and the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA). It aims to ensure rapid and coordinated detection and response to multi-state outbreaks, and comprehensive and consistent outbreak surveillance. The incumbent will participate in the day-to-day activities of the Team including assisting lead scientists and project officers with outbreak investigations and communication with state health departments.

Qualifications: The successful candidate will have a master's degree in epidemiology or an MPH with a concentration (or strong background) in epidemiology or a master's degree in biostatistics. The individual will have strong quantitative skills including proficiency in SAS, SPSS, or other statistical packages; Microsoft Access or other relational database management systems; and other Microsoft Office applications including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint. The individual will also be able to interpret and summarize data and possess excellent skills for preparing written documents and giving oral presentations. United States citizenship is also required. Salary range is $44,993 to $58,490 depending on experience. This is a full-time one-year fellowship position with the possibility of extending for additional years. It is located at the Clifton Road Campus of the CDC in Atlanta, GA.

Organization Description:

Closing Date: 5/30/2008
Desired Starting Date: 5/30/2008

Contact Name: Thai-An Nguyen,
Contact Location: Centers for Disease Control and Prevention
Enteric Disease Epidemiology Branch (MS A-38)
Atlanta GA 30333
USA
Contact Phone: 404-371-5910
Contact Fax:
Contact Email: ten9@cdc.gov
Web Address: http://
How to Apply: Please forward a curriculum vitae by May 30, 2008 to Thai-An Nguyen at ten9@cdc.gov or mail to Thai-An Nguyen at Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, Enteric Disease Epidemiology Branch (Mail Stop A- 38), 1600 Clifton Rd, Atlanta, GA, 30333.

Additional Information: This is a full-time one-year fellowship position with the possibility of extending for additional years. United States citizenship is required.

Web Site Delete Date: 5/30/2008

Palo Alto, CA: Epidemiologist, Healthcare-Associated Infections and Influenza Surveillance Systems, VA Palo Alto Health Care System

Department: Department Of Veterans Affairs
Agency: Veterans Affairs, Veterans Health Administration
Job Announcement Number:
08-275LM

Epidemiologist

SALARY RANGE: 126,420.00 - 149,000.00 USD per year OPEN PERIOD: Thursday, April 24, 2008
to Monday, May 05, 2008
SERIES & GRADE: GS-0601-15 POSITION INFORMATION: Full-Time Permanent
DUTY LOCATIONS: 1 vacancy - Palo Alto, CA
WHO MAY BE CONSIDERED:
Applications will be accepted from current and former competitive service Federal employees, and people eligible under special hiring authorities.

JOB SUMMARY:

The Healthcare-Associated Infections and Influenza Surveillance Systems (HAIISS), part of the Office of Public Health Surveillance and Research (OPHSR), is located at the VA Palo Alto Health Care System. OPHSR is a national field office under the direction of the Public Health Strategic Healthcare Group. The HAIISS fosters collaborative relationships in Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) and with other Federal and non-Federal partners within the domains of healthcare-associated infection surveillance, surveillance of influenza-like syndromes, and other relevant issues related to public health bio-surveillance and preparedness. The HAIISS works with OPHSR, VA Central Office and other Veterans Health Administration (VHA) program staff to implement and support VHA-wide surveillance and reporting for specific high priority healthcare-associated infections, organisms of epidemiologic significance, and monitoring of influenza-like illness and other biosurveillance activities utilizing electronic data extraction. The incumbent will be responsible for coordination of Center for Disease Control (CDC)/VHA collaborations with the National Healthcare Safety Network (NHSN) system of healthcare-associated infection surveillance, and the BioSense system of syndromic surveillance for influenza and other infectious diseases of epidemiologic significance. As lead epidemiologist for HAIISS, and primary liaison with CDC, incumbent analyzes and evaluates NHSN and BioSense submitted VA data and develops, on a routine basis, reports that summarize important chronological and geographic trends in infections and syndromes of interest. Provides advice and input to collaborators within CDC and VHA on epidemiology research. Ensures the accomplishment of specific objectives needed to achieve the long-range goals of OPHSR. Implements programmatic, research and policy initiatives related to healthcare-associated infections and influenza research. Coordinates the design, development and implementation of technical infrastructure for the performance monitoring of participating VA facilities.



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Austin, TX: Chronic Disease Medical Director, Texas Department of State Health Services

Job Title: Chronic Disease Medical Director
Job Number:
Organization: Texas Department of State Health Services
Posted: 4/25/2008
Type: Full-Time
Classification: Public Health - General
Industry: State Government
Number of Openings: 1
Location: Austin, TX USA
Compensation: $8,790 to $10,850 per month

Position Description: The Chronic Disease Medical Director serves as the principal medical subject matter expert and resource in the Chronic Disease Prevention Branch of the Texas Department of State Health Services. Provides leadership and consultation regarding chronic diseases and their prevention related to designing data collection systems, program evaluation, and epidemiological studies. Provides technical assistance to epidemiologists in the Branch and assists in developing reports on disease burden and epidemiology. Assists program managers with program planning and implementation. Provides guidance and consultation to ensure programming is evidence-based or best practices. Represents the Branch as the medical subject matter expert on internal and external workgroups and committees.

Qualifications: Licensed to practice medicine in the State of Texas. Minimum of five (5) years experience in public health epidemiology, programming or policy.

Organization Description: The Texas Department of State Health Services provides a full range of statewide public health services, mental health services, and substance abuse services. The Chronic Disease Medical Director position is located in the Chronic Disease Prevention Branch.

Closing Date: 5/31/2008
Desired Starting Date: 6/28/2008

Contact Name: Janna Zumbrun, Health Promotion Unit Manager
Contact Location: 1100 W. 49th Street, T-405
Post Office Box 149347
Austin TX 78714-9347
USA
Contact Phone: 512-458-7200
Contact Fax: 512-458-7393
Contact Email: janna.zumbrun@dshs.state.tx.us
Web Address: http://www.dshs.state.tx.us
How to Apply: Apply online at https://accesshr.hhsc.state.tx.us. Search using keywords Chronic Disease Medical Director or Physician I.

Singapore: Infectious Disease Epidemiologist faculty, Duke - National University of Singapore Graduate Medical School

Posted: Thursday, April 24, 2008
Job ID: 23324

Job Title: Faculty Position
Employer: Duke-NUS Graduate Medical School
Job Location: Singapore

DUKE NUS
GRADUATE MEDICAL SCHOOL SINGAPORE
Faculty Position:
Infectious Disease Epidemiologist, Program in Emerging Infectious Diseases,
Singapore

The Duke-NUS Graduate Medical School Singapore (Duke-NUS GMS) is recruiting an infectious disease epidemiologist to develop an epidemiologic research program, and to coordinate building laboratory and epidemiologic capacity in selected countries of Southeast Asia for the purpose of developing more effective, early warning infectious disease surveillance. This senior scientist must have an international reputation and demonstrated ability to establish and lead a team of researchers. The program will concentrate on detection and transmission of diseases with epidemic potential (arboviruses, zoonotic and respiratory pathogens) and on novel pathogen discovery. Although the program will be based in Singapore, it will include other countries in the region, often in collaboration with other academic and non-academic partners. There will be opportunities for collaboration with the Duke Global Health Institute and other emerging diseases-related programs at Duke, and with the Asia-Pacific Institute of Tropical Medicine and Infectious Diseases at the University of Hawaii.

The successful candidate will have a doctorate in epidemiology or a medical degree in human or veterinary medicine supplemented with formal epidemiological training. He/she will have an outstanding history of scholarly achievement, grant funding, and mentoring. Strong interpersonal and leadership skills and the proven ability to work in a rapidly changing international and culturally diverse environment are key qualities required.

The Duke-NUS GMS is unique in bringing post-baccalaureate, research-intensive medical education to Asia, and represents a truly global partnership between two leading U.S. and Asian universities: Duke University and National University of Singapore. The Duke-NUS GMS shares a modern campus with Singapore's largest hospital and several national research centers.

This faculty member will be based in Singapore and will be part of the senior management team in the new Emerging Infectious Diseases Program. He/she should be eligible for appointment as an Associate or full Professor at the Duke-NUS GMS. The position will include full salary, generous start-up support, and five years of annual research funding.

Interested candidates should send CV and the names of three references to Duane J Gubler, Sc.D, Director, Program in Emerging Infectious Diseases, Duke-NUS Graduate Medical School Singapore, by email to: faculty.epi@gms.edu.sg. The reference code "SINGA7673" should also be indicated in the application cover letter. The search will remain open until the position is filled. Visit the Duke-NUS GMS website at www.gms.edu.sg.

Baltimore, Maryland: Chief, Center for Clinical Epidemiology, Maryland State Dept of Health and Mental Hygiene

Chief, Center for Clinical Epidemiology

Company: Maryland State Dept of Health and Mental Hygiene
Title: Administrative/Executive-MD/DO
Location: Baltimore, Maryland
Description: Professional medical work supervising the activities of the Office of Epidemiology and Disease Control Program Center for Clinical Epidemiology in its mission to control or eliminate communicable diseases and outbreaks.
Reporting to the Program Director, this is professional medical work supervising the activities of the EDCP Center for Clinical Epidemiology in its missions to control or eliminate communicable diseases and outbreaks, and to provide consultation and training to EDCP and Local Health Department staff on the management of unusual or complex manifestations of communicable diseases.

The incumbent establishes the management plan and supervises personnel, planning, budget, operations, and evaluation of the Center which involves medical, epidemiologic, and programmatic oversight of the following statewide disease control programs: Division of Outbreak Investigation, Division of Communicable Disease Surveillance, Division of Infection Control provides training and technical assistance, consultations, makes medical and public health recommendations, and sets guidelines for local health departments, health care providers, health care facilities, and the public; provides information to the media and to attorneys as guided by DHMH, CHA, and the EDCP policies.

Reviews findings from surveillance and outbreak data analysis and makes policy and program recommendations; develops guidelines, procedures, draft regulations, draft legislation and policies, and management tools to facilitate the work of staff in the above programs; and prepares federal grant applications for existing & potential funding and manages the grant.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: Requires a MD or DO degree, Board Certification and two years of medical practice in the field of public health, preferably at a supervisory or administrative level. Five years of medical practice will substitute for Board Certification.

DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS: Master's degree in the field of Public Health, Board certification in Preventive Medicine or Public Health; and, experience in communicable disease control and/or prevention.

To apply for this position submit resume or Maryland State application form MS-100 to:
Mark Townend, Chief of Recruitment
Department of Health and Mental Hygiene
201 W. Preston Street, Room 114-B
Baltimore, MD 21201

Online resumes are also accepted for this position.

Maryland State Applications can be found on the DHMH website at www.dhmh.state.md.us/testingserv/
Posting Date: Apr 24 08

Boston, MA: Epidemiologist, Harvard School of Public Health, Center for Biostatistics in AIDS Research

Requisition Number 33691
Title Epidemiologist (Epidemiologist)
School / Unit Harvard School of Public Health
Department Center for Biostatistics in AIDS Research
Location Boston
Full Or Part Time Full-Time
Salary Grade 056
Date Posted 04/23/2008

http://www.jobs.harvard.edu/jobs/summ_req?in_post_id=37738

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Duties And Responsibilities This position is responsible for major, ongoing, long-term, observational studies within the AIDS Clinical Trials Group (ACTG) that currently includes over 4,500 Adult subjects treated for HIV-1 infection. Responsibilities include aspects of database construction and management, working with clinical investigators and senior CBAR members on the design, and analysis and publication of investigations in this database. The candidate will serve on and may chair internal CBAR committees. The position also includes opportunities to attend and present research at scientific meetings.

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Required Education, Experience and Skills Basic Qualifications: Master's degree in Epidemiology is required. Excellent oral and written communication skills and experience with statistical software, including SAS, Stata, Splus or R is necessary. Candidate should have experience with clinical data, and failure time and longitudinal analysis skills desired. Candidate must be independent, self-motivated, and have a background in collaborative work. Additional Qualifications: Unofficial copy of MS transcript and email contact information for 3 professional references attached to resume when applying.

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Additional Web Position Listing Harvard offers amazing benefits such as: 3 - 4 weeks paid vacation, paid holiday break, 12 paid sick days, 11.5 paid holidays, and 3 paid personal days per year. We also offer a great variety of medical plans, an excellent dental plan, a University funded retirement plan, fitness reimbursement and a competitive tuition assistance program ($40 per class at the Harvard Extension School and more). Be a part of the oldest institution of higher learning in the country!!

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Required Screening Harvard University requires pre-employment reference and background screening.

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Harvard University is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer.

Baltimore, Maryland: Associate Director for Population Science, University of Maryland School of Medicine, Marlene & Stewart Greenebaum Cancer Center

Posted: Monday, April 21, 2008
Job ID: 23283

Job Title: Associate Director for Population Science
Employer: University of Maryland, Baltimore
Job Location: Baltimore, Maryland, United States
University of Maryland School of Medicine

Department of Epidemiolgy and Preventive Medicine
Director, Division of Cancer Epidemiology

Cancer Center
Associate Director for Population Science

The University of Maryland School of Medicine is seeking a Director for the new Division of Cancer Epidemiology, Department of Epidemiology and Preventive Medicine. The Division Director will also serve as the Associate Director for Population Science of the nationally recognized University of Maryland Marlene and Stewart Greenebaum Cancer Center. The person selected for this position will lead and develop a program dedicated to research and research training in cancer epidemiology. The division will work cooperatively with the other five (5) professional schools (Dentistry, Law, Pharmacy, Nursing and Social Work) at UMB and with School of Medicine departments, institutes and programs to pursue novel and important research in cancer epidemiology in community and clinical settings in the US and globally. Specific areas of emphasis will include health disparities, cancers that involve viral and environmental agents, and those that are attributable to genes and gene-environment interactions in specific populations of individuals. The newly established Division of Cancer Epidemiology will interact with vigorous existing basic and clinical research programs in a broad spectrum of human cancers housed in the Department of Epidemiology and Preventive Medicine, the Greenebaum Cancer Center and the Institute of Human Virology.

Candidates are expected to be senior level investigators with a proven record of external research support in areas that complement and enhance cancer research at the University of Maryland Baltimore. A MD and/or PhD or equivalent degree(s) is/are required. The position requires strong communication and interpersonal skills to establish the division as an academic platform for collaborative research and research training in cancer epidemiology. Significant new resources will be available to develop the new Cancer Epidemiology Division. Academic rank and salary will be commensurate with experience and qualifications. Submit CV and letter highlighting qualifications and interests to:

Jay Magaziner, Ph.D., M.S. Hyg.
Professor and Chair, Department of Epidemiology and Preventive Medicine
School of Medicine, University of Maryland, Baltimore
660 W. Redwood St., John Eager Howard Hall, Suite 200, Baltimore, Maryland 21201

Confidential correspondence regarding this position may be directed to Dr. Magaziner at jmagazin@epi.umarvland.edu.

Please use subject "Cancer Epidemiology Search" when sending email.

Letters of interest and CVs will be accepted for review until the position is filled.

The University of Maryland, Baltimore is an Equal Opportunity, Affirmative Action employer. Minorities, women, veterans and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply.

Atlanta, GA: Open Rank Professor - Health Finance & Policy, Institute of Public Health, Georgia State University

Job Title: Open Rank Professor - Health Finance & Policy
Department: Institute of Public Health
Institution: Georgia State University
Atlanta, GA

Application Deadline: June 1st, 2008
Position Start Date: August 11th, 2008

Job Categories: Assistant Professor
Associate Professor
Professor


Academic Field(s): Public Health/Management/Administration
Health Services/Research & Policy
Health Economics
Health Administration & Policy
Community Health


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

Apply By E-mail: publichealth@gsu.edu

Job Description:

The Institute of Public Health is seeking a tenure track faculty member specializing in health finance and policy. The successful candidate will join a multi-disciplinary graduate public health program with emphasis in urban health research, applied public health, health policy, and community applications.

Applicant will serve as part of the core faculty in the area of public health finance and health care systems. The incumbent will be responsible for teaching courses in health care systems, finance, administration, and policy, as well as have full academic responsibility for student advisement, research and service. The candidate must have practical public health experience and be familiar with operations within the public health community.

A Master's degree is required, and a doctoral degree is preferred.

Background checks of final candidates is part of the hiring process at Georgia State and a satisfactory background investigation report, as determined in the sole discretion of the University, is a requirement for employment with the University.



EEO / AA Policy:

Georgia State University is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Institution.

Women, minorities and persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply.



Contact: Michael Eriksen, Director
Institute of Public Health
Georgia State University
P.O. Box 3995
Atlanta, GA 30302-3995

Phone Number: 404-413-1130
Fax Number: 404-413-1140
E-mail: publichealth@gsu.edu

New Orleans, LA: Chair and Professor, Department of Tropical Medicine, Tulane University School of Public Health and Tropical Medicine

Job Title: Chair
Department: Tropical Medicine
Department Website: http://www.sph.tulane.edu/tropmed/index.htm
Institution: Tulane University School of Public Health and Tropical Medicine
New Orleans, LA

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

Job Categories: Department Head/Chair

Academic Field(s): Public Health/Management/Administration
Public Health/Biostatistics/Epidemiology
Immunology & Infectious Diseases

Apply By E-mail: pfurr@tulane.edu

Job Description:

Tulane University School of Public Health and Tropical Medicine seeks candidates for the combined position of Chair of the Department of Tropical Medicine and the William G. Vincent Professor of Tropical Diseases.

Tropical Medicine is one of seven departments at the Tulane University School of Public Health and Tropical Medicine, the oldest school of public health in the United States. The department has 8 full-time faculty, 9 associate faculty and offers Ph.D., Sc.D., M.S. and MSPH degrees, as well as degrees for health care professionals (MPH&TM and a clinical diploma in tropical and travel medicine).

The Department has strong research programs in infectious diseases, including vector-borne diseases, AIDS and several other areas with extensive global research and teaching activities in Latin America, Africa, and elsewhere. There are also strong ties and excellent growth opportunities with the Schools of Medicine, and Science and Engineering as well as the Tulane National Primate Research Center.

More information about the School and the Department is available at:

http://www.sph.tulane.edu/

The candidate is expected to have a nationally and internationally recognized research program. This should include a strong track record in obtaining extramural research funding, publications in quality peer reviewed journals, and the ability to mentor junior faculty as they establish a research program.

In addition to outstanding research credentials, the candidate should have a documented record of leadership, administrative ability, and communication and teaching skills.

Areas of specialization are not limited, although candidates with expertise in vector-borne infectious diseases, parasitology and/or virology are strongly encouraged to apply. Candidates must have a doctoral degree in a related discipline (M.D., Ph.D., Sc.D. or equivalent).

Interested candidates should submit a Curriculum Vitae and a statement of research interests to:

Tropical Medicine Chair Search Committee, Attention: Paula Furr, Dean’s Office, TW-13, Tulane University School of Public Health and Tropical Medicine, 1440 Canal Street, Suite 2430, New Orleans, LA 70112.

Applicants will be considered immediately until the position is filled.



EEO / AA Policy:

Tulane University is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer and encourages women and minorities to apply.


Contact: Paula Furr
Tropical Medicine
Tulane University School of Public Health and Tropical Medicine
1440 Canal Street
Suite 2430
New Orleans, LA 70112

Phone Number: 504-988-5397
Fax Number: 504-988-5718
E-mail: pfurr@tulane.edu

Hamilton, Ontario, Canada: Faculty Position in Biostatistics (multiple), Department of Clinical Epidemiology and Biostatistics, McMaster University

Job Title: Faculty Positions In Genetic Biostatistics & Biostatistics
Department: Clinical Epidemiology & Biostatistics
Department Website: http://www.fhs.mcmaster.ca/ceb/faculty_open_position...
Institution: McMaster University
Hamilton, ON
Canada

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

Job Categories: Associate Professor
Assistant Professor

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

Apply By E-mail: bhaynes@mcmaster.ca


Faculty Position in Genetic Biostatistics
Department of Clinical Epidemiology and Biostatistics, McMaster University
Biostatistics Unit, St. Joseph’s Healthcare Hamilton

The Department of Clinical Epidemiology and Biostatistics (CE&B) at McMaster University and the Biostatistics Unit at St. Joseph’s Healthcare Hamilton are offering a 3-year renewable faculty position in biostatistics at the level of Assistant or Associate Professor. This position will develop a genetic statistics research program at the Biostatistics Unit, analyzing the influence of genetic data in the context of biological, environmental, and social determinants of health.

Qualifications include a Ph.D. or equivalent in biostatistics, an established record of research in genetic statistics demonstrated by publications in peer-reviewed journals and participation as PI or Co-I on peer reviewed funded research, experience in developing statistical methods for genetic epidemiology and health research, and proficiency with statistical applications in population genetics/ clinical trials/ health services research. An excellent record of collegiality and collaboration are prerequisites for this position. Experience in the application and teaching of biostatistics in health research and statistical consultation with clinician researchers are important attributes.

Statistical research in the Department is typically motivated by problems encountered in clinical studies, such as choosing efficient study design, identifying and describing gene-environment interaction, estimating absolute risk, addressing errors in exposure and clinical measurements, and identifying true associations in genome-wide scans for disease-producing or treatment-response triggering genetic variants. We anticipate increasing opportunities for research and applications in high-dimensional data analysis, Bayesian methods, bioinformatics and analytic methods for large data sets from gene expression micro-array, genomic and proteomic experiments including datasets from cutting-edge studies of genetic, lifestyle, and other environmental causes of disease.

The successful applicant will contributor to relevant educational programs such as the Health Research Methodology Graduate Program and the Bachelor of Health Sciences Program, lead the development of graduate courses in genetic statistics, and consult on research programs through the Father Sean O’Sullivan Research Centre and CE&B.

McMaster University is “research intensive” and perennially rated as the most innovative university in Canada. Located mid-way between the Niagara Peninsula and Metropolitan Toronto, it offers an unparalleled social, cultural and recreational living environment, and a challenging academic career in one of Canada’s première health universities. The Department is world renowned for the pioneering nature and high quality of its research and education programs. CE&B provides an exciting academic environment, operating on a collegial model with interdisciplinary research teams and a mentorship program for junior faculty.

For more information about CE&B, visit:

http://www.fhs.mcmaster.ca/ceb

and for information about the Faculty, go to:

http://www.fhs.mcmaster.ca .

You will be part of the Biostatistics Unit:

http://www.thecem.net/biostat_intro.php ,

in the Father Sean O’Sullivan Research Centre at St Joseph’s Healthcare Hamilton.

Department of Clinical Epidemiology and Biostatistics
McMaster University
Faculty Position in Biostatistics

The Department of Clinical Epidemiology and Biostatistics (CE&B) at McMaster University and the Henderson Research Centre seek an outstanding candidate for a three-year faculty position in biostatistics (with strong likelihood of renewal) at the Assistant Professor rank. Qualifications include:

A Ph.D. or equivalent in biostatistics
Comprehensive understanding of clinical-trial design, organization and data management; and the regulatory aspects of drug development
A promising record of research demonstrated by publications in peer review journals.


The successful candidate will join an eminent team of clinician-scientists at the Henderson Research Centre involved in research in thrombosis. The biostatistician will work collaboratively within this team environment to provide input into the development, execution and publication of new studies. As the incumbent gains a broader understanding of the biologic, clinical, and epidemiologic aspects of thromboembolic diseases, he or she will be expected to provide more general design and analysis contributions at the formative stages of research, as well as pursue independent research in methodological development. The successful applicant will be a regular contributor to the Health Research Methodology Graduate Program and/or other educational programs at McMaster.

McMaster University is “research intensive” and perennially rated as the most innovative university in Canada. Located mid-way between the Niagara Peninsula and Metropolitan Toronto, it offers an unparalleled social, cultural and recreational living environment, and a challenging academic career in one of Canada’s première health universities. The Department of Clinical Epidemiology and Biostatistics (http://www.fhs.mcmaster.ca/ceb) is world renowned for its pioneering nature and high quality of research and education programs; it provides an exciting academic environment, operating on a collegial model with interdisciplinary research teams and a mentorship program for junior faculty.

The Henderson Research Centre (http://www.hendersonresearchcentre.com/home.aspx) has one of the leading “bench-to-bedside” thromboembolism research programs in the world.



EEO / AA Policy:

All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadian citizens and permanent residents will be considered first for this position. McMaster University is strongly committed to employment equity within its community and to recruiting a diverse faculty and staff. The University encourages applications from all qualified candidates, including women, members of visible minorities, Aboriginal persons, members of sexual minorities and persons with disabilities.


Contact: Brian Haynes
Clinical Epidemiology & Biostatistics
McMaster University
1200 Main Street West
HSC-2C10B
Hamilton, ON
Canada

E-mail: bhaynes@mcmaster.ca

New Orleans, Louisiana: Assistant Professor, Tulane School of Public Health and Tropical Medicine, Dept of International Health and Development

Assistant Professor (Tenure Track) POSTED: Apr 23

Salary: Open Location: New Orleans, Louisiana
Employer: Tulane, Dept. of Internat. Health and Development
Type: Full Time - Entry Level
Category: academic / research Required Education: Doctorate


Description
The Department of International Health and Development, Tulane School of Public Health and Tropical Medicine, invites applications for an Assistant Professor position focusing on correctional health and HIV in developing countries. This is a tenure track position.
The Department of International Health and Development is interdisciplinary and international in scope. Researchers from the fields of public health, demography, reproductive health, economics, epidemiology, public nutrition, medical anthropology, and development focus on the policy and programmatic issues in improving health in global settings. The Department's research portfolio includes support from USAID, CDC, NIH, as well as from foundations.

The successful candidate will be expected to conduct independent and collaborative research that contributes to the Department’s growing portfolio of research on violence prevention (including research on programs to reduce sexual assault among prisoners, and on homicide prevention programs), as well as collaborative research in the area of HIV prevention. He/she will teach graduate and/or undergraduate courses in public health.

Send statement of interest, curriculum vitae, relevant publications, and names of three referees to:

Dr. Mark VanLandingham (Mark.VanLandingham@tulane.edu). Department of International Health and Development. Tulane University School of Public Health and Tropical Medicine. 1440 Canal Street, Suite 2200. New Orleans , LA 70112.

Review of applications will begin immediately and will continue until the position is filled. Start date is negotiable.


Requirements
Applicants must hold a doctoral degree in public health or in a related field, and must have demonstrated expertise in correctional health and HIV in developing countries. Experience with both quantitative and qualitative methods will be considered an asset. The successful applicant will have a demonstrated a track record of publications in peer-reviewed journals and show excellent potential for obtaining external research funding. EOE; Women and minorities are encouraged to apply.

Texas: Asst or Associate Professor, Institute for Health Promotion Research, Dept of Epidemiology and Biostatistics, University of Texas, San Antonio

Assistant or Associate Professor POSTED: Apr 23

Salary: Open Location: San Antonio, Texas
Employer: University of Texas Health Science Ctr San Antonio
Type: Full Time - Experienced
Category: academic / research Preferred Education: Doctorate


Description
The University of Texas Health Science Center at San Antonio seeks a tenure-track assistant or associate professor within the Department of Epidemiology and Biostatistics’ Institute for Health Promotion Research. The successful candidate will conduct research, obtain extramural support, mentor students and fellows, publish in peer-reviewed journals, and contribute service to the university and community. Teaching is optional. Special populations of interest include Latinos, and communities that are underserved or challenged educationally or economically. All faculty appointments are designated as security sensitive positions. The Institute for Health Promotion Research, created in 2006, has a team of 15 faculty and staff. For details, visit these websites: http://ihpr.uthscsa.edu and http://redesenaccion.org. Department information--http://deb.uthscsa.edu/. University information-- http://www.uthscsa.edu/. The University of Texas Health Science Center at San Antonio is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer.
NOTES: US Residents Only. Salary and rank will be commensurate with experience. The full-time position, which comes with a start-up package, includes 3 years of salary support plus research funds, and excellent fringe benefits. Following the third year of appointment, the faculty member must have 70% extramural support.




Requirements
1) a doctoral degree in public health, or in the social sciences, communication or behavioral sciences; 2) demonstrated success in obtaining extramural funding; 3) peer-reviewed publications; 4) U.S. citizenship or permanent residency; 5) fluency in English and Spanish; and 6) ability to work in a multi-cultural environment. Preference will be given to candidates with expertise in any of the following: community-based, behavioral interventions for the prevention and control of chronic diseases (cancer, heart disease, diabetes, obesity); health communication; policy research that targets population behavior; applied research; and health disparities. The scholar will be located in Edinburg, Texas on the campus of The University of Texas Pan American at the recently-built Regional Academic Health Center. Opportunities to collaborate abound, with major universities, regional Schools of Public Health in Brownsville and San Antonio, and numerous community and clinical partners. The fast-growing Lower Rio Grande Valley is home to 1.1 million people, drawn to the border with Mexico for its abundant sunshine, proximity to the Gulf Coast, year-round golf, family-oriented culture, and affordable cost of living. Applicants should send the following: 1) a letter describing areas of expertise, research interests, and career goals, 2) a current curriculum vita, and 3) 3 letters of professional reference with contact information (including email addresses) to: Amelie G. Ramirez, DrPH, Institute for Health Promotion Research, 8207 Callaghan Road, Suite 353, San Antonio, TX 78230, PH 210-562-6500, Fax 210-348-0554, Email: ramirezag@uthscsa.edu. Applications will be accepted until the positions are filled.

Cambridge, UK: Medical/Applied Statistician, Department of Public Health and Primary Care, University of Cambridge

Medical/Applied Statistician
Department of Public Health and Primary Care
University of Cambridge
£21,682-£24,403 or £25,134-£32,796

Limit of tenure applies*

A Medical or Applied Statistician is sought to join a dynamic, interdisciplinary group at the international forefront of research into the genetic, biochemical, and lifestyle causes of cardiovascular disease. The main focus of this research is on the analysis of large-scale epidemiological studies and international, collaborative data-pooling projects. The group collaborates closely with the co-located MRC Biostatistics Unit on various aspects of this research programme. You should have a postgraduate degree in a relevant subject and strong quantitative skills.

Further particulars are available at: www.phpc.cam.ac.uk/vacancies or can be obtained from Mrs. Angela Harper (email: ah523@medschl.cam.ac.uk; tel: +44 (0)1223 741398), Department of Public Health and Primary Care, Institute of Public Health, Strangeways Research Laboratory Site, Wort?s Causeway, Cambridge, CB1 8RN and to whom applications (including a full CV) should be sent (3 copies) together with Form PD18 Parts I and III, available from the same website.


* Limit of tenure: two years from start date.

Closing date: 16 May 2008.

New York, NY: City Research Scientist, Vital Statistics Bureau, NYC Department of Health and Mental Hygiene

Job Title: City Research Scientist I
Location: New York, NY
Project: Vital Statistics Bureau, NYC Department of Health and Mental Hygiene

Position Summary:

The City Research Scientist I will be assigned to the NYC DOHMH, Vital Statistics Bureau in the Statistics and Reporting Unit. This office provides cutting-edge vital data management and analyses for surveillance, investigation and research on health factors pertaining to births, death and terminations of pregnancy in New York City. With a primary focus on quality assurance, confidentiality and data security, the Office undertakes analyses of vital data used by most Department programs.

The incumbent will serve as a Vital Data Programmer/Analyst and be responsible for the preparation and management of all data requests for the NYC site of the National Children's Study, which is designed to examine the effects of environmental influences on the health and development of more than 100,000 children across the United States. In addition, the incumbent will be responsible for the cleaning and preparation of all data used to conduct policy-relevant statistical analyses involving birth, death and termination of pregnancy for the NCS, the Commissioner of Health, press inquiries and department surveillance, research, and public health programs (including all those mentioned above).

Experience and Skills:

Applied statistical analysis in public health and/or social science programs, including managing, cleaning, and analyzing large datasets. Applied epidemiology research experience. Computer skills including software such as Microsoft Excel, Access, PowerPoint, and geographical information systems; extensive experience in SAS and SQL; mainframe computer experience a plus. Excellent written and oral communication skills required.

A Doctorate degree from an accredited college or university with specialization in an appropriate field of physical, biological, environmental or social science and one year of full-time experience in a responsible supervisory, administrative or research capacity in the appropriate field of specialization; or

A Master's degree from an accredited college or university with specialization in an appropriate field of physical, biological or environmental or social science and three years of responsible full-time experience in the appropriate field of specialization, including one year of full-time experience in a responsible supervisory, administrative or research capacity in the appropriate field of specialization.


For more information about working at Public Health Solutions and to apply for this position, visit our website at www.healthsolutions.org . We accept online applications only.

Public Health Solutions is an EOE.

Indianapolis, Indiana: Epidemiologist tenure track faculty, Indiana University School of Medicine

Epidemiologist
Job Code: IN-MED-07187 POSTED: Apr 21

Salary: Open Location: Indianapolis, Indiana
Employer: Indiana University Type: Full Time - Experienced
Category: academic / research Required Education: Doctorate


Description
Indiana University School of Medicine
Join the faculty of an exciting and growing academic department of public health and renowned cancer center at Indiana University

Indiana University School of Medicine is the country’s second largest allopathic medical school and is internationally recognized for excellence in research and teaching. The school’s Department of Public Health and CEPH accredited MPH Program is recruiting a new faculty member in epidemiology to teach public health courses in the department and conduct research in the IU Simon Cancer Center. The faculty rank for this position will be at the Assistant or Associate Professor level.

Review of applications for this tenure track position will continue until it is filled. Salary will be commensurate with rank and experience. We are committed to building a diverse faculty and encourage and welcome applications from minorities and women. Indianapolis offers superb cultural, educational, sports and dining opportunities. Residents enjoy an extremely competitive cost of living, short commute times, and high quality of life.

Applicants should submit curriculum vitae, cover letter and names/contact information of six references in the relevant areas described above. Electronic submissions should be addressed to G. Marie Swanson, PhD, MPH, Professor and Associate Chair, Dept. of Public Health and Associate Director for Cancer Prevention and Control, IU Simon Cancer Center and sent to Laura Oxford at loxford@iupui.edu. Inquiries about the position should be sent to G. Marie Swanson at swanson3@iupui.edu.

IUPUI is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Institution m/f/d

NOTES: International Candidates Will Be Considered. Employer will assist with relocation costs. salary will be commensurate with rank and experience.


Requirements
The successful candidate in epidemiology will have: • a doctorate in epidemiology • OR a doctorate in another field with a master’s degree in epidemiology plus 5 years work experience in epidemiology • a developing or active program of epidemiologic research • teaching experience or strong interest in teaching •contributions to scientific literature

South Carolina: ASSISTANT PROFESSOR OF HEALTH PROMOTION, Coastal Carolina University

ASSISTANT PROFESSOR OF HEALTH PROMOTION
Job Code: 40484 POSTED: Apr 21

Salary: Open
Location: Conway, South Carolina
Employer: Coastal Carolina University
Type: Full Time - Entry Level
Category: academic / research
Required Education: Doctorate


Description
ASSISTANT PROFESSOR OF HEALTH PROMOTION
Coastal Carolina University, Program in Health Promotion, Department of Health, Physical Education, and Recreation, in the Spadoni College of Education, invites applications for a full-time, tenure-track Assistant Professor position beginning in August 2008 or January 2009.

The Bachelor of Science degree in Health Promotion has been the fastest growing program on the Coastal Carolina University campus in the last 5 years, currently serving over 350 undergraduate students. Coastal Carolina University is a public mid-sized, comprehensive liberal arts-oriented institution. Coastal Carolina University is located in Conway, South Carolina, just nine miles from the Atlantic coastal resort Myrtle Beach, one of the fastest-growing metropolitan areas in the nation. It has an enrollment of 8,400 students and is expected to have continued growth for the next several years. Coastal Carolina University is a part of the South Carolina system of public education and has close ties with its founders, the Horry County Higher Education Commission.

Review of application materials will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled. Interested candidates should submit: a letter of application, curriculum vitae, statement of teaching philosophy, summary of research agenda, and names and contact information for at least three (3) professional references electronically at: http://jobs.coastal.edu. Applicants who interview must provide official transcripts of graduate work, and evidence of CHES certification.

Coastal Carolina University is an EO/AA employer.

NOTES: International Candidates Will Be Considered




Requirements
We seek applicants with earned Doctorates in Public Health, Community Health, or Health Promotion who will actively participate in the continued development of the major. Candidates must provide evidence of scholarly productivity, excellence in teaching, and CHES certification (current or anticipated). Responsibilities will include teaching content and process undergraduate courses in areas such as philosophy and principles of health promotion/education, health communication, organization, policy, and administrative management, family life and sexuality, international health, community/behavioral health, epidemiology, philosophy and principles of health promotion/education, personal health, or other assigned support courses. Both positions require advisement of undergraduate students, mentoring of student research, establishment of outstanding scholarship and professional service/outreach, collaboration with related academic programs, assisting in curriculum development at both undergraduate and graduate levels, and supporting on-going assessment within a SABPAC-approved program.

New York: Tenure-Track Faculty, Cancer Prevention and Control, Mount Sinai School of Medicine

Position: Tenure-Track Faculty, Cancer Prevention and Control
Institution: Mount Sinai School of Medicine
Location: New York
Date posted: 4/21/2008


MOUNT SINAI SCHOOL OF MEDICINE
Department of Oncological Sciences
Cancer Prevention and Control Program


The Department of Oncological Sciences, Mount Sinai School of Medicine, is seeking academic-track faculty at all levels with a research focus in Cancer Prevention and Control.
Candidates can be Ph.D., M.D., or M.D./Ph.D., must have a strong research background and will be expected to establish a robust externally funded research program within the Cancer Prevention and Control Program's highly interactive environment. This Program currently has 11 full-time faculty and 8 post-doctoral research fellows, as well as clinical and research faculty.

We encourage applicants with research programs in the following topics: Cancer Survivorship, Health Disparities, Molecular Epidemiology, Biobehavioral Factor, and Tobacco Control.

Applicants should submit curriculum vitae, including contact details for at least three references and a summary of research accomplishments and plans for future research directions.

Applications may be submitted by e-mail to:

oncsci2.search@mssm.edu

or by mail to:

Search Committee, Department of Oncological Sciences
Division of Cancer Prevention and Control
Mount Sinai School of Medicine
One Gustave L. Levy Place - Box 1130
New York, NY, 10029

www.mssm.edu/oncological_sciences

Davis, CA: Assistant/Associate Professor, Veterinary Infectious Disease Epidemiology, University of California, Davis, School of Veterinary Medicine

DEPARTMENT OF MEDICINE AND EPIDEMIOLOGY
SCHOOL OF VETERINARY MEDICINE
UNIVERSITY OF CALIFORNIA, DAVIS

POSITION AVAILABLE: Assistant/Associate Professor of Veterinary Infectious Disease Epidemiology

SALARY: Dependent on qualifications and experience.

QUALIFICATIONS: PhD in epidemiology, or closely related discipline, and DVM, or equivalent, required. Demonstrated experience in international programs in livestock health highly desirable, particularly related to molecular epidemiology, surveillance and information technology, or modeling of animal infectious diseases. Demonstrated record of effective teaching and of independent productivity and creativity in research related to animal disease epidemiology. Must possess excellent interpersonal and communication skills and a demonstrated ability to work with others in a collegial team atmosphere. Multilingual capabilities are desirable.

RESPONSIBILITIES: Teaching: Responsibilities include: 1) teach graduate professional and graduate academic course(s) in epidemiology, epidemiologic study design, infectious disease epidemiology related to molecular epidemiology, surveillance and information technology, and/or modeling of animal diseases and their risks, 2) participate in instruction in other courses in the DVM or graduate curricula on topics related to infectious disease epidemiology, as appropriate, and 3) mentor and direct graduate students

Research: The development of a creative, independent, and productive basic and/or applied research program in infectious disease epidemiology of livestock is a fundamental and indispensable requirement of the position, including publication of results in scientific journals.


Service: University and public service through committee work, participation in professional organizations, continuing education and other appropriate means is required.


APPLICATION PROCESS:
To receive fullest consideration, applications must be received by June 30, 2008; position open until filled. Interested applicants should submit 1) a letter of intent outlining special interest in the position, overall related qualifications and experience and career goals; 2) curriculum vitae; and 3) the names and addresses of three professional references to:

Dr Edward Feldman, Department Chair
Attn: Pam Belleau, pmbelleau@ucdavis.edu
Department of Medicine and Epidemiology
School of Veterinary Medicine
University of California
One Shields Avenue, 2102 Tupper Hall
Davis, CA 95616

Phone: 530 752-1363 Fax: 530 752-0414


The University of California, Davis and the Department of Medicine and Epidemiology , School of Veterinary Medicine, are interested in candidates who are committed to the highest standards of scholarship and professional activities, and to the development of a campus climate that supports equality and diversity. The University of California is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer.

Indianapolis, Indiana: Associate in Genomics/Molecular Epidemiology, Eli Lilly and Company

Associate in Genomics/Molecular Epidemiology

Employer: Eli Lilly and Company


Location: Indianapolis, Indiana United States

Last Updated: 4/16/2008

Job Code: ELI50322664


Job Description

For more than 130 years, Lilly has been dedicated to meeting the health care needs of people in the United States and around the world. We address these needs primarily by developing innovative medicines-investing a higher percentage of our sales in research and development than any other major pharmaceutical company. If you are interested in being considered for employment with a "Best in Class" Pharmaceutical company, please review the following opportunity:

Associate in Genomics/Molecular Epidemiology

You will investigate potential genetic influences on drug response. Individuals in this position will work with external partners, outside investigators, and regulatory and ethics agencies. The associate will coordinate projects and aid in the integration of Molecular Epidemiology (ME), Genomic Medicine (GM), Sample Banking, Statistics, Bioinformatics and IT into the pharmacogenomics program. As such, this person will collaborate closely with scientists and physicians in Molecular Epidemiology, PGx, Statistics, Bioinformatics and IT. In addition, this associate will be one of the primary contacts with regulatory agencies and other external groups for pharmacogenomics and will be required to stay abreast of developments within pharmacogenomics including new technology development.

KEY OBJECTIVES/DELIVERABLES:


Genetic Epidemiologic Research: This associate will work with other ME & PGx scientists to enable the systematic evaluation of potential improvements in the safety and efficacy of drug treatment which might result from targeting treatment on the basis of genomic information. The associate must have a strong understanding & ability to conduct studies within various epidemiologic designs including the randomized control trial, the cohort study, and the case-control study, and derivatives of these proposed for investigating gene-environment interactions. The associate will be expected to make use of population-based disease registries that can be linked with tissue samples, treatment information and death records, to investigate gene-treatment interactions in survival. The associate will provide critical review of relevant published literature and utilize databases directly to answer queries. Characterize Natural History of Diseases: Provide support to other ME & PGx with patient population data to understand the nature and burden of illness of various disease/conditions for which the Company is developing new products to treat or to prevent; conduct and manage epidemiology studies to characterize disease trends, frequencies, incidence/prevalence, co-morbidities, outcomes, risk factors and treatments.

Coordinate Project Efforts: The associate will help ME Scientists PGx physicians and scientists and DEM physicians oversee and coordinate scientific projects. This will include interaction with multidisciplinary groups responsible for the development and implementation of genetics strategies and be a liaison to therapeutic areas, exploratory medicine, product teams, affiliates, and discovery genetics areas. Provide input on strategy for implementing genetics plan, developing realistic project milestones and deliverables. Lead team to develop and maintain appropriate scope documentation; update scientific plan at least annually, or after major modifications in scope, resources or timeline and secure team/leadership alignment around the new plan. Influence and work with quality mindset across the cross-functional team by documenting key decisions, actions and key modifications in scope, resources and timeline; ensuring accurate collection and communication of l metrics; ensuring archival of all relevant information at the termination of a project and as appropriate throughout the project. Through conducting risk assessment and creating contingency plans for clinical projects, will immediately understand the impact of any roadblocks that may affect timelines. Lead the development of team/plan risk assessment and mitigation/contingency planning. Communicate risk assessment and mitigation/contingency plans within team and to functions, affiliates and management; ensure risk owners are assigned. Develop and manage the overall budget for the team.

Technical writing skills are required to author manuscripts, posters, abstracts, methods, reports, standard operating procedures (SOPs) and other laboratory documents. The associate will also present data to various groups, both internal and external.

Interaction with Regulatory Agencies & External Groups: This associate will be one of the primary contacts with regulatory agencies and other external groups for pharmacogenomics and will be required to stay abreast of developments within pharmacogenomics including new technology development. Associate will be managing relationships with agencies & external groups. Responsible for understanding and applying regulations, as they relate to the incorporation of PGx activities, into drug development. This will include understanding and applying regulations to the laboratory for method development, validation and execution to support clinical drug development. Associate will be involved in the incorporation of ethical standards to epidemiology, PGx, and sample banking. Thus, a strong understanding of clinical development & institutional review boards is necessary to support product teams with the integration of PGx and sample banking into clinical trials.


MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:


MPH degree with 2 years experience, or a BS degree with at least 7 years experience in epidemiology & drug development including clinical trials.

Qualified candidates must be legally authorized to be employed in the United States. Eli Lilly and Company does not anticipate providing sponsorship for employment visa status (e.g., H-1B or TN status) for this employment position.

ADDITIONAL SKILLS/PREFERENCES:


Strongly demonstrated project coordination and exceptional interpersonal skills.

General laboratory skills.

Knowledge of experimental design; scientific approach to problem solving; method development, optimization and validation.

Strong relationship management skills.

Knowledge of drug development including clinical trial operations.

Knowledge of molecular biology, analytical diagnostic techniques.

Ability to influence change and implement process improvement.

Strong knowledge of statistical principles and strong statistical skills.

Excellent computer skills; knowledge of SAS, SPSS, Epi Info, and/or equivalent statistical software package.

Strong management skills, as shown through management of multiple projects and/or staff members.

Good organizational skills with the ability to adapt and adjust to changing priorities.

Positive attitude and ability to work well with others.

Ability to work in a multi-disciplinary team setting.

Self-motivated, curious, and enthusiastic about new learning opportunities.

Close attention to detail (both visual and mental) and must be able to multi-task.

Knowledge of medical terminology and/or clinical trial terminology.

Excellent presentation skills.


Lilly credits its exceptional employees for its successes, and knows the key to ongoing achievement lies in attracting and retaining the best people. A company rich in heritage, Lilly employs individuals, conducts research and markets products worldwide. By providing for the unmet needs of our customers through a continuous stream of innovation, we will outgrow all competitors.

Lilly earns consistent and wide recognition for creating an exceptional work environment:


Business Week magazine 50 Best Places To Launch A Career

FORTUNE America's Most Admired Companies

FORTUNE 50 Best Companies for Minorities

Working Mother 100 Best Companies for Working Mothers

Industry Week magazine 100 Best-Managed Companies

Business Ethics magazine 100 Best Corporate Citizens

Science magazine Best Companies for Scientists


ELI LILLY AND COMPANY IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER.

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Charlotte, North Carolina, Director of Research Epidemiology and Biostatistics, Carolinas HealthCare System

Director of Research Epidemiology and Biostatistics
Job Code: AT22823 POSTED: Apr 18

Salary: Open Location: Charlotte, North Carolina
Employer: Carolinas HealthCare System
Type: Full Time - Experienced
Categories: Biometrics/biostatistics, Data analysis/processing, Data collection procedures Preferred Education: Doctorate



Description
Director of Research Epidemiology and Biostatistics R. Stuart Dickson Institute for Health Studies
Located throughout the Charlotte, NC area, Carolinas HealthCare System (CHS) is a premier, multi-faceted healthcare organization whose facilities make up one of the largest integrated healthcare systems in the US.

The R. Stuart Dickson Institute for Health Studies (RSDIHS) is an interdisciplinary, collaborative program with CHS specializing in applied research and public health. Our epidemiologists, biostatisticians, health services researchers, data administrators, programmers and specialists in data management team together with clinical investigators to improve the quality of healthcare and health related outcomes for CHS and the community.

We're seeking a Director to oversee all research activities of RSDIHS and to serve as our principal epidemiological and research consultant for our faculty, residents, medical students and administrators. Key responsibilities include planning and coordinating the design, tool development and analysis of research projects within CHS as well as supervision of research personnel. Will manage research to evaluate the effectiveness of clinical practices with emphasis on measurable patient outcomes and cost as it impacts the quality of care. Will serve as a co/principal investigator for grant funding/externally funded projects and will prepare research projects for publication and presentations at national meetings.


Requirements
Qualified candidates must possess a PhD in Epidemiology or Biostatistics with a minimum of four years of experience in Epidemiology and/or research (including research design data collection and analysis). Must have a record of being published in peer-reviewed journals and having obtained external funding for research. Management experience preferred.
For more information and to register online, please visit: www.carolinashealthcare.org/careers and indicate Director/AVP in the job family field or call (704) 444-3095. EOE/AA

Carolinas HealthCare System

http://jobs.amstat.org/jobdetail.cfm?job=2870142

CDC: Epidemiologist, HIV, Division of HIV/AIDS Prevention(DHAP), National Center for HIV/AIDS, Viral Hepatitis, STD, and TB Prevention, CDC

Job Title: Epidemiologist
Job Number:
Organization: CDC
Posted: 4/17/2008
Type: Full-Time
Classification:
Industry:
Number of Openings:
Location: Atlanta,, GA USA
Compensation:
Position Description: The incumbent will serve as a primary source for consultation, collaboration, mentoring, and applying epidemiologic expertise in response to a broad range of HIV prevention activities (e.g., lead-writing peer and non- peer publications, analyses, presentations, QA work, data requests, feedback to health departments, and data policy). The individual will design and implement QA and descriptive analyses related to HIV prevention data systems, which include the HIV counseling/testing system and the new Program Evaluation and Monitoring System (PEMS).

Qualifications: Required skills include the ability to independently conduct analyses(e.g.,SAS, Epi Info), prepare abstracts, write peer and non- peer scientific documents, and work collaboratively with multidisciplinary staff. Formal training or experience in evaluation, public health informatics, contract work, and HIV/STD public health is desirable.

Organization Description: The Program Evaluation Branch(PEB), Division of HIV/AIDS Prevention(DHAP), National Center for HIV/AIDS, Viral Hepatitis, STD, and TB Prevention is seeking a staff epedemiologist to join the Data Systems and Analysis Team. PEB monitors and evaluates the processes, outcomes, and impacts of CDC HIV prevention programs, activities, and policies for their improvement and accountability. Additionally, PEB serves as a resource for building monitoring and evaluation capacity and integrated, systematic use of data within DHAP and among CDC-funded HIV prevention providers throughout the United States. Although the incumbent's focus will be on DSAT activities, s/he will have the opportunity to participate in and contribute to all PEB functions, many of which are collaborative and integrative in nature.

Closing Date: 4/24/2008
Desired Starting Date:

Contact Name: John Beltrami, MD, MPH&TM,EIS 1995
Contact Location: 1600 Clifton Rd, NE, MS E-59

Atlanta, GA 30333
USA
Contact Location: 1600 Clifton Rd, NE, MS E-59

Atlanta, GA 30333
USA
Contact Phone: 404-639-8191
Contact Fax: 404-639-0929
Contact Email: hzb3@cdc.gov
Web Address: http://
How to Apply: www.usajobs.gov. The vacancy announcements for HHS-CDC-T3-2008-0438 & HHS-CDC-D3-2008- 0233 Epidemiologist GS-601-13 will open 04/10/08 and close 04/24/08

Baltimore, MD: Epidemiologist and GIS Analyst, Baltimore City Health Department

Job Title: Epidemiologist and GIS Analyst
Job Number:
Organization: Baltimore City Health Department
Posted: 4/16/2008
Type: Full-Time
Classification: Epidemiology
Industry: Local Government
Number of Openings: 1
Location: Baltimore, MD USA
Compensation: approximately $50,000 (negotiable)
Position Description: The incumbent in this position is responsible for case and outbreak investigation, community education and inquiries, and emergency preparedness and response duties.
Case and Outbreak Investigation: ·Investigate cases of reportable diseases other than tuberculosis, HIV, and other sexually transmitted diseases. Implement appropriate control measures following the Code of Maryland Regulations and DHMH policies and guidelines. ·Document all pertinent information during each case and outbreak investigation. ·Maintain current knowledge of the pathogenicity, incubation period, mode of transmission, methods of control, and policies for the most commonly reported diseases. ·Have the ability to search journal articles and literature in the internet or resource manuals to maintain current knowledge of disease control and prevention measures. ·Perform disease and outbreak investigations based on epidemiological methods of collection, analysis, and interpretation. ·Conduct on-site visits to follow-up with cases. ·Accompany the Environmental Health sanitarian to inspections of facilities associated with disease or outbreak investigations. ·Have the ability to use a statistical software package (e.g, Epi Info, SPSS, SAS) to conduct epidemiological studies. ·Assist in entering, updating patient data and producing disease reports in NEDSS. ·Monitor disease and outbreak trends by extrapolating data from the following disease surveillance databases (MERSS, NEDSS, ACD database). ·Communicate updates of epidemiological findings to other programs in the health department involved in the disease or outbreak investigation. ·Collaborate and consult with the Department of Health and Mental Hygiene and surrounding counties during outbreaks and cross- jurisdictional investigations. ·Document completion of outbreak investigations by completing the Department of Health and Mental Hygiene outbreak final reports and/or summarizing the method, results and epidemiological findings in a narrative report. ·Present epidemiological findings of disease importance to public health colleagues. ·Attend meetings and trainings related to communicable disease control and prevention and emergency preparedness and response. ·Assist in the cross-training of staff in the health department to conduct disease and outbreak investigation. ·Participate in the after-business-hours on- call response to communicable disease emergencies and investigations. ·Publish journal articles or abstracts on investigations of novel and interesting epidemiological studies and findings.

Community Education and Inquiries: ·Respond to numerous public and health provider inquiries about various communicable diseases and be able to communicate effectively and concisely the appropriate information. ·Participate in community and health provider disease education sessions or emergency preparedness talks and must be available to perform on-site visits when needed.

Emergency Preparedness and Response: ·Participate in emergency preparedness related training, exercises and drills and assist the Office of Public Health Preparedness and Response (OPHPR) in planning and response. ·Utilize Geographic Information Systems (GIS) software to map epidemiological data, emergency call trends, and site information on various city buildings for emergency planning and response. ·Assist and cross-train with Lead Surveillance Analyst in the management of daily operation of biosurveillance for BCHD including collection of raw surveillance data from several sources including Fire Department, Emergency Medical Services (EMS), hospital EMS, local pharmaceutical retailers, etc. ·Analyze data in collaboration with external partners, including Baltimore City hospitals, other city agencies, Department of Health and Mental Hygiene (DHMH), Maryland Emergency Management Agency, Maryland Institute for EMS Systems (MIEMSS), surrounding local health departments, local medical care providers, universities and others. ·Respond to emergency events within the city as directed by the Health Commissioner and fulfill role within chain of command in the Incident Command Structure (ICS).



Qualifications: * A Master’s degree in epidemiology, public health, emergency health services or other related field is preferred. * At least two years of epidemiological experience within the public health arena is preferred.

Organization Description:

Closing Date: 5/9/2008
Desired Starting Date: 6/2/2008

Contact Name: Mary Grace Munoz, Director, Epidemiologist
Contact Location: 210 Guilford Avenue

Baltimore MD 21202
USA
Contact Location: 210 Guilford Avenue

Baltimore MD 21202
USA
Contact Phone:
Contact Fax:
Contact Email:
Web Address: http://baltimorehealth.org/
How to Apply: Please submit a resume and cover letter to Mary Grace Munoz, Acute Communicable Disease and Meghan Butasek, Office of Public Health Preparedness and Response
Baltimore City Health Dept 210 Guilford Ave., 3rd Floor Baltimore, MD 21202

-or-

MaryGrace.Munoz@baltimorecity.gov and Meghan.Butasek@baltimorecity.gov


Additional Information: The Baltimore City Health Department is an equal opportunity employer.

Web Site Delete Date: 5/16/2008

Atlanta, GA: Epidemiologist, VA Palo Alto Health Care System

Company:
VA Palo Alto Health Care System


Position title: Epidemiologist
Location: Atlanta, GA

Term of employment: Regular
Type of employment: Full Time
Start date of this position: As soon as possible
Starting salary range: 107,851.00+

Categories: Government: Policy/Legal



Position Description



SALARY RANGE: 107,851.00 - 140,205.00 USD per year OPEN PERIOD: Monday, December 10, 2007
to Tuesday, December 09, 2008
SERIES & GRADE: GS-0601-15/15 POSITION INFORMATION: Full-Time Permanent
DUTY LOCATIONS: 1 vacancy - Atlanta, GA
WHO MAY BE CONSIDERED:
Applications will be accepted from current and former competitive service Federal employees, and people eligible under special hiring authorities.

JOB SUMMARY:

NOTE: This announcement is open until the position is filled. Candidates who wish to receive 1st consideration must submit a complete application package by 12/20/07. If no selection is made from 1st consideration candidates, applications will be reviewed every 2 weeks until the positions are filled.




The Office of Public Health Surveillance and Research includes programs associated with influenza and hospital associated infection (HAI), surveillance and public health (PH) research. Surveillance program initiates include HAI and syndromic surveillance, characterization of organisms/infections of epidemiologic significance, and antimicrobial usage and decision support.




Additional Duty Location Info: 1 vacancy - Atlanta, GA



MAJOR DUTIES:


DUTIES: The Office of Public Health Surveillance and Research includes programs associated with influenza and hospital associated infection (HAI), surveillance and public health (PH) research. Surveillance program initiates include HAI and syndromic surveillance, characterization of organisms/infections of epidemiologic significance, and antimicrobial usage and decision support. Research activities include cataloging VA public health research accomplishments and representing and promoting VA participation in PH research initiatives by fostering successful partnerships between funding agencies and VA investigators. The Healthcare-Associated Infections and Influenza Surveillance System (HAISS), within the Office of Public Health Surveillance and Research (OPHSR) is located at the VA Palo Alto Healthcare System. OPHSR is a national field office under the direction of the Public Health Strategic Healthcare Group, within the Office of Public Health and Environmental Hazards. The incumbent will be responsible for coordination of CDC/VHA collaborations with the National Healthcare Safety Network (NHSN) system of healthcare-associated infection surveillance, and the BioSense system of syndromic surveillance for influenza and other infections diseases of epidemiologic significance. Incumbent will be located at the Centers for disease control and Prevention (CDC) in Atlanta, GA. Incumbent analyzes and evaluates NHSN and BioSense-submitted VA data and develops, on a routine basis, reports that summarize important chronological and geographic trends in infections/syndromes of interest. Provides advice and input to collaborators within CDC and VHA on epidemiology research and program decisions related to areas of shared CDC and VHA interest. Ensures the accomplishment of specific objectives needed to achieve the long-rang goals of OPHSR.




QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED:
QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS:

Basic Requirements:




Applicants must have 3 years of progressively higher level graduate education leading to a Ph.D. or equivalent doctoral degree.




Specialized Experience: All candidates must possess one year of specialized experience equivalent to the GS-14 grade level in the normal line of progression, which has equipped the applicant with the specific knowledge, skills, and abilities to successfully perform the duties of the position.




SUBSTITUTION OF EDUCATION FOR EXPERIENCE: No substitution of education is allowed at this grade level.




VERIFICATION OF EDUCATION: Education must be accredited by an accrediting institution recognized by the U.S. Department of Education in order for it to be credited towards qualifications (particularly positions with a positive education requirement). Therefore, applicants must report only attendance and/or degrees from schools accredited by accrediting institutions recognized by the U.S. Department of Education. Applicants can verify accreditation at the following Web site: http://www.ed.gov/admins/finaid/accred/index.html All education claimed will be verified by the appointing agency accordingly.




VOLUNTEER EXPERIENCE: Appropriate credit will be given for voluntary participation in community, social service, and similar activities.



You must be a U.S. citizen to qualify for this position.

HOW YOU WILL BE EVALUATED:

BASIS OF RATING: Your rating will be based on the quality of your experience as shown in your application and elements. Listed below are the knowledge, skills and abilities considered essential for successful performance in this position. These elements will be used to determine the highly qualified candidates to be referred to the selecting official. Provide, on a separate sheet of paper, a DETAILED description of your experience as related to the knowledge, skills and abilities listed below. Incomplete, vague, or contradictory information may affect your rating.

1. Experience with and knowledge of epidemiological research.

2. Knowledge of healthcare epidemiology and infectious diseases.

3. Experience in developing methodology and performance analyses.

4. Knowledge developing new theories related to issues of healthcare associated infections, patient safety and care improvement.



BENEFITS:

You may participate in the Federal Employees Health Benefits program, with costs shared with your employer. More info: http://www.usajobs.gov/jobextrainfo.asp#FEHB.

Life insurance coverage is provided. More info: http://www.usajobs.gov/jobextrainfo.asp#life

Long-Term Care Insurance is offered and carries into your retirement. More info: http://www.usajobs.gov/jobextrainfo.asp#ltci

New employees are automatically covered by the Federal Employees Retirement System (FERS). If you are transferring from another agency and covered by CSRS, you may continue in this program. More info: http://www.usajobs.gov/jobextrainfo.asp#retr

You will earn annual vacation leave. More info: http://www.usajobs.gov/jobextrainfo.asp#VACA

You will earn sick leave. More info: http://www.usajobs.gov/jobextrainfo.asp#SKLV

You will be paid for federal holidays that fall within your regularly scheduled tour of duty. More info: http://www.usajobs.gov/jobextrainfo.asp#HOLI

If you use public transportation, part of your transportation costs may be subsidized. Our human resources office can provide additional information on how this program is run.

Qualified federal employees may be covered by our child care subsidy program or dependent care flexible spending account. Our human resources office can provide additional information on eligibility. More info: http://www.usajobs.gov/jobextrainfo.asp#CCRS

OTHER INFORMATION:

ADDITIONAL NOTES:

Funds Availability: This position is subject to the availability of funds.

Additional Vacancies: This announcement may be used to fill additional vacancies occurring within 90 days.

Time-In-Grade Requirement: Candidates for advancement to General Schedule (GS) positions in the competitive service must have completed a minimum of 52 weeks at the next lower grade level (or equivalent) commensurate with the line of progression for this position.

TB Skin Screen Test: All applicants selected for employment with the VAPAHCS will be required to meet TB screening requirements before being placed into this position.

Direct Deposit / Electronic Funds Transfer: It is a policy of the Department of Veterans Affairs to require new employees to receive Federal wage and salary payment through Direct Deposit/Electronic Funds Transfer. On the first day of duty, new employees must bring their Social Security Card/Number, photographic identification card, and information regarding their financial institution.

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Atlanta, GA: Epidemiologist, Health Research Analyst, Northrop Grumman Information Technology

Job Title: Health Research Analyst/Epidemiologist
Job Number: 44633
Organization: Northrop Grumman Information Technology
Posted: 4/14/2008
Type: Full-Time
Classification: Epidemiology
Industry: Public/Private For Profit
Number of Openings: 1
Location: Atlanta, GA USA
Compensation:
Position Description: Specific tasks assigned will include:
(1) Designing and conducting statistical analyses, interpreting and presenting findings related to prevalence and trends of vision impairment and eye diseases, risk factors, treatment patterns, and outcomes such as health-related quality of life, and injuries, and health-related behaviors and preventive care practices, and (2) Assessing, monitoring and reporting access to eye care and health disparity at national, state and local levels, and (3) Assisting in the creation of a research agenda for the Vision Health Initiative (VHI) which will fill gaps in the current knowledge and empower VHI to decrease the burden of vision impairment and eye diseases.


Qualifications: The analyst will conduct applied public heath research analyses using existing data sources (National Health and Nutrition Examination Surveys, National Health Interview Survey, Behavioral Risk Factor Surveillance System, National Health and Retirement Survey, National Longitudinal Study on Aging, National Nursing Home Survey, and Area Resource File etc.) and conduct literature reviews. The contractor identified will work closely with the DDT vision team of epidemiologists, health services researchers, and other health scientists to assemble/analyze data in accordance with VHI research agenda. The selected individual must also be able to manage several disparate tasks and communicate clearly both orally and in writing.


Organization Description: For decades, Northrop Grumman has been recognized as a top-tier solutions provider for issues of national and global importance. Federal, state and local governments have entrusted many of their most pressing challenges to us. To meet this challenge, a broad array of government and commercial organizations employ our cutting- edge solutions.
Supporting the interdisciplinary efforts of the Department of Health and Human Services and its public health partners, we help to protect the health of U.S. and world populations. Our activities promote health and disease prevention by advancing public health informatics, epidemiology and biostatistics, behavioral health and health education and environmental and occupational health. In addition, our extensive staff of professionals provides expertise and experience in developing tailored information technology systems, educational information, and public health practices. Why not join us so that you, too, may discover just how far you can go?

For additional information please visit us at www.northropgrumman.com

Northrop Grumman is an equal opportunity employer. M/F/D/V


Closing Date: 7/31/2008
Desired Starting Date:

Contact Name: Brenda Sherman-Sanders, Senior Recruiter
Contact Location: 3375 NE Expressway
Atlanta GA 30341
USA
Contact Phone: 770-454-4810 3784
Contact Fax:
Contact Email: Brenda.Sherman-Sanders@ngc.com
Web Address: http://www.careers.northropgrummanit.com
How to Apply: Please apply directly to our website. Please refer to req. number 44633.
www.careers.northropgrumman.com

Additional Information: No relocation, no pension plan offered

Pasadena, CA: Research Scientist I/II/III, Epidemiology, Kaiser Permanente

Research Scientist I/II/III

Job ID: WC.0800042

Qualifications: Doctoral Degree in Epidemiology or related field, or equivalent training and mastery. Competent in the statistical techniques, study designs and general research methods commonly used in epidemiological and health services research. Previous professional experience in conducting original research and publishing peer-reviewed results (analogous to academic series - Assistant Professor). Must be able to work in a Labor Management Partnership environment.

Preferred Qualifications: Knowledge in Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, Access and Lotus Notes applications.

Duties: Designs, develops, and directs well-defined research. Prepares grant proposals, internal reports and publications independently and collaboratively. Provides consultation on study design, analysis plans and interpretation of study results to TPMG, KFH/P managers and committees as directed. Provides service to the scientific community through membership on peer review groups and national boards. May consult with local, state and national voluntary and governmental agencies. Provides consultation and direction to programmer analysts with regard to data management and analysis strategies. Presents papers at national scientific meetings; teaches and/or reviews papers for national journals. Seeks consultation from senior scientists for specific scientific and administrative issues. Consistently supports compliance and the Principles of Responsibility (Kaiser Permanente's Code of Conduct) by maintaining the privacy and confidentiality of information, protecting the assets of the organization, acting with ethics and integrity, reporting non-compliance, and adhering to applicable federal, state and local laws and regulations, accreditation and licenser requirements (if applicable), and Kaiser Permanente's policies and procedures.

Notes: Work schedule is Monday - Friday with some Saturday hours. This position may be filled by Research Scientist I, II or III.

Research Scientist II:

Qualifications: Doctoral Degree in Epidemiology or related field, or equivalent training and mastery. Competent in advanced research techniques, and study designs commonly used in epidemiological and health services research. Substantial professional experience (usually seven (7)+ years) in conducting original research and publishing peer reviewed results (analogous to academic series Associate Professor). Prior experience as principal investigator on at least one major project. Must be able to work in a Labor Management Partnership environment.

Preferred Qualifications: Knowledge in Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, Access and Lotus Notes applications.

Duties: Designs, develops, and directs research for an ongoing program of research which includes major projects. Prepares grant proposals, internal reports and publications, independently and collaboratively. Presents papers at national scientific meetings; teaches and/or reviews papers for national journals. Evaluates and consults on research proposals of others. Mentors/supervises junior level research scientists and technical staff. Provides consultation and data interpretation to TPMG, KFH/P managers and committees. Provides service to the scientific community through membership on peer review groups and national boards. Consults with local, state and national voluntary and governmental agencies. May serve as member of state/national study review panels. Serves on Division of Research committees. Consistently supports compliance and the Principles of Responsibility (Kaiser Permanente's Code of Conduct) by maintaining the privacy and confidentiality of information, protecting the assets of the organization, acting with ethics and integrity, reporting non compliance, and adhering to applicable federal, state and local laws and regulations, accreditation and licenser requirements (if applicable), and Kaiser Permanente's policies and procedures.

Notes: Work schedule is Monday - Friday with some Saturday hours. This position may be filled by Research Scientist I, II or III.

Research Scientist III:

Qualifications: Doctoral degree in epidemiology or related field or equivalent training and mastery. Proficient in all advanced research techniques and study designs commonly used in epidemiological and health services research. Extensive professional experience (usually thirteen (13)+ years) in conducting original research and publishing full-length, first-authored, peer-reviewed papers (analogous to academic series - Full Professor). Prior experience as principal investigator on at least 4 major projects, or equivalent accomplishments. Demonstrated exceptional level of knowledge of the field of study. National recognition; outside letters of support will probably be required to demonstrate this. Must be able to work in a Labor Management Partnership environment.



Preferred Qualifications: Knowledge in Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, Access and Lotus Notes applications.



Duties: Designs, develops, obtains funding and directs an ongoing research program including several major projects. Prepares grant proposals, internal reports and publications, independently. May collaborate on other proposals, reports and publications. Serves on and may chair Division of Research committees. Mentors/supervises junior level research scientists and technical staff. May assume administrative responsibilities of Assistant Director. Provides consultation to top-level regional and inter-regional TPMG, KFH/P managers/committees. Presents papers at national scientific meetings; teaches and/or reviews papers for national journals. Evaluates and consults on research proposals of others. Provides service to the scientific community through membership on peer review groups and national boards. Consults with local, state and national voluntary and governmental agencies. Serves as member of state/national study review panels. Consistently supports compliance and the Principles of Responsibility (Kaiser Permanente's Code of Conduct) by maintaining the privacy and confidentiality of information, protecting the assets of the organization, acting with ethics and integrity, reporting non-compliance, and adhering to applicable federal, state and local laws and regulations, accreditation and licenser requirements (if applicable), and Kaiser Permanente's policies and procedures.



Notes: Work schedule is Monday - Friday with some Saturday hours. This position may be filled by Research Scientist I, II or III.

Additional Information:
Region Southern California
Bargaining Unit Salaried Employees
Facility Walnut Center/Satellites
Shift Day
Benefited Y
Employee Referral N
Area of Interest Admin Support - Management
JobType Full-Time
State/City CA, Pasadena

Public Department Description: Research & Evaluation

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NIH/NCI: EPIDEMIOLOGIST, Infections and Immunoepidemiology Branch, National Cancer Institute

Job Title: EPIDEMIOLOGIST
Job Number: 1
Organization: National Cancer Institute
Posted: 4/8/2008
Type: Full-Time
Classification: Epidemiology
Industry: Federal Government
Number of Openings: 1
Location: Rockville, MD USA
Compensation:
Position Description: Research at the IIB focuses on understanding the causes and mechanisms involved in the development of tumors linked to infectious agents and in understanding the mechanisms underlying successful immune responses as they relate to cancer risk and to successful responses to vaccination. Both infectious and host immunological factors are considered in the context of human epidemiological studies. Studies undertaken by the group are often large, international and include rich biological specimen components to permit in- depth evaluation of biological processes, including immunological and inflammatory mechanisms, involved in tumor development using state-of-the-art techniques. The Branch houses the 7,500 woman community- based vaccine trial in Costa Rica designed to evaluate the efficacy and impact of a new HPV-16/18 virus-like particle vaccine and has an active set of studies aimed at evaluating the role of numerous infectious agents (including EBV, HIV, HPV, HTLV-1, and KSHV) and tumor sites (including cervical cancer, gastric cancer, Hodgkin and non-Hodgkin lymphomas, lung cancer, nasopharyngeal carcinoma, and oral/oropharyngeal cancers). Recent efforts have also begun to explore how the microbiome might affect immunity and long- term cancer risk.

Qualifications: The successful candidate will receive research support from the intramural research program of NIH for conducting innovative studies aimed at elucidating the role of infectious agents in tumor development. Applicants must have an M.D. and/or Ph.D. in epidemiology or a related field, and considerable post-doctoral experience in cancer epidemiology, viral epidemiology, molecular epidemiology, microbial genomics and/or tumor immunology. A record of peer-reviewed publications in one of these fields is required. A demonstrated ability to lead complex epidemiologic investigations is highly desirable. The successful candidate should have strong analytical/quantitative skills, a good understanding of biological processes, and a demonstrated ability to collaborate across disciplines. Strong oral and written communication skills are an important requirement. Applications will be evaluated on their ability to develop a creative, independent program of epidemiological research applicable to understanding infectious determinants of cancer risk; and to collaborate effectively in a multidisciplinary setting.

Organization Description: The new Infections and Immunoepidemiology Branch (IIB, http://www.dceg.cancer.gov/iib) in the Division of Cancer Epidemiology and Genetics (DCEG), National Cancer Institute (NCI), National Institutes of Health (NIH), Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS), is recruiting for a tenure- track/tenured epidemiologist with experience and interest in the study of infectious agents and cancer risk.

Closing Date: 5/30/2008
Desired Starting Date:

Contact Name: Allan Hidesheim, Branch Chief
Contact Location: 6120 Executive Blvd Suite 7066

Rockville MD 20852

Contact Location: 6120 Executive Blvd Suite 7066

Rockville MD 20852

Contact Phone: 301-435-3984
Contact Fax: 301-402-0817
Contact Email: hidesha@exchange.nih.gov
Web Address: http://www.dceg.cancer.gov/iib)
How to Apply: Interested individuals should send a cover letter, curriculum vitae, a brief summary of research experience, accomplishments and research interests and goals, copies of three publications or preprints, and three letters of reference to:
Ms. Judy Schwadron Division of Cancer Epidemiology and Genetics National Cancer Institute 6120 Executive Blvd. EPS/8073 Bethesda, MD 20892


Additional Information: Candidates should submit applications by May 30, 2008; however, the search will continue until a qualified candidate is found. Additional information about staff and ongoing research in the Division of Cancer Epidemiology and Genetics and in the Infections and Immunoepidemiology Branch is available at http://www.dceg.cancer.gov. Prospective applicants should send E-mail inquiries to Allan Hildesheim, Ph.D., Branch Chief (hildesha@exchange.nih.gov). This position is subject to a background investigation. DHHS and NIH are Equal Opportunity Employers.

Web Site Delete Date: 5/8/2008

Berkeley, CA: Associate Professor/Professor of Public Health Nutrition, University of California, Berkeley

Associate Professor/Professor of Public Health Nutrition
University of California, Berkeley


Job Title: Associate Professor/Professor of Public Health Nutrition
Department: School of Public Health
Institution: University of California, Berkeley
Berkeley, CA

Application Deadline: July 15th, 2008
Position Start Date: January 1st, 2009

Job Categories: Associate Professor
Professor

Academic Field(s): Nutrition and Dietetics
Community Health
Health Sciences - General
Public Health/Management/Administration

Apply Online Here: http://esph.berkeley.edu/candidate/selRegister.php?i=44

Job Description:

The School of Public Health at the University of California, Berkeley, seeks a distinguished scholar to provide leadership in Public Health Nutrition within the Division of Community Health and Human Development.

The position offers opportunities for collaboration within the School of Public Health, the Dr. Robert C. and Veronica Atkins Center for Weight and Health, and other Berkeley campus centers and departments.

QUALIFICATIONS:
The successful candidate is expected to possess strong evidence of leadership, teaching, and research in an area of public health nutrition, which can include: planning and evaluating community or school - based interventions, social marketing, health communication, psychology and education, environmental nutrition, agriculture and food systems, food and nutrition policy, economics of food and nutrition, nutrition related disease prevention and management, or nutritional epidemiology.

Applicants must have a doctoral degree in nutrition, a biological science, medicine, epidemiology or other field of public health, with teaching experience and a demonstrated record of public health nutrition research. Candidates should have excellent qualitative and/or quantitative research skills, multidisciplinary research interests, documented success in receiving extramural funding, and strong teaching skills. A nutrition science background is preferred.

We are particularly interested in candidates who have experience working with students from diverse backgrounds and have a demonstrated commitment to improving access to higher education for disadvantaged students.

DESCRIPTION OF RESPONSIBILITIES:
Collaborate with faculty colleagues to develop strong research and training programs in public health nutrition, conduct externally-funded research, develop and teach upper division and graduate level courses, advise and mentor graduate students, and perform committee and professional service within and outside the university.

TO APPLY:
Please register at:

http://esph.berkeley.edu:80/candidate/selRegister.php?i=44

and upload PDF’s of a letter of application, including statements of current and future research interests and teaching philosophy, curriculum vitae, sample publications, and names and contact information for three references.

For further information, please contact Noriko Katagiri at chhd_ops@berkeley.edu or 510-642-6095.

DEADLINE: July 15, 2008.



EEO / AA Policy:

The University of California is an Equal Opportunity, Affirmative Action Employer.

Contact Information
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Please reference AcademicKeys.com in your cover letter when
applying for or inquiring about this job announcement.


Contact: Noriko Katagiri
School of Public Health
University of California, Berkeley
50 University Hall, MC #7360
Berkeley, CA 94720-7360

Phone Number: 510-642-6095
E-mail: chhd_ops@berkeley.edu

Boston, MA: Research Scientist, Center for Community-Based Research, Dana Farber Cancer Institute

Research Scientist
Dana Farber Cancer Institute

Job Title: Research Scientist
Department: Center for Community-Based Research
Institution: Dana Farber Cancer Institute
Boston, MA

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

Job Categories: Research Scientist/Associate


Academic Field(s): Public Health/Management/Administration
Public Health/Biostatistics/Epidemiology
Environmental/Occupational Health
Community Health


Job Website: http://www.dana-farber.org/abo/working/open/job_deta...

Apply Online Here: http://www.dana-farber.org/abo/working/open/job_deta...

Job Description:

Research Scientist Position

The Dana-Farber Cancer Institute’s Center for Community-Based Research announces a Research Scientist position (non-tenure track). The focus of this position is on worksite-based research, including the development and testing of interventions incorporating both worksite health promotion and occupational health and safety; worksite policy research; and research on the dissemination to tested worksite interventions for cancer prevention.

The successful candidate will be responsible for participating in the development and implementation of funded worksite-based research studies, providing on-going scientific oversight to study staff on study design issues during the development and implementation phases, overseeing development and implementation of evaluation measures, collaborating on data analysis and manuscript preparation, and development of new research initiatives, including grant writing.

Candidates should hold a doctoral degree in sociology, psychology or related behaviorial/social sciences, public health, occupational health, or related fields. Experience working with working class populations and racially/ethnically diverse populations minorities is strongly preferred.

Please Apply here: http://www.dana-farber.org/abo/working/open/job_detail.asp?jobID=14920

North Carolina: Associate Professor, East Carolina University--Master of Public Health Program

Position: Associate Professor
Salary: Unspecified
Institution: East Carolina University--Master of Public Health Program
Location: North Carolina
Date posted: 4/15/2008

One position is available to teach, conduct research, and collaborate with communities and public health practitioners in the outstanding practice-based Brody School of Medicine Master of Public Health at East Carolina University. The newly CEPH accredited, ECU MPH program has an interdisciplinary faculty integrating medicine, public health, health education, environmental health, nutrition, community health nursing, allied health, and social science faculty with a focus on improving community health. The program is undergoing rapid growth and has a current enrollment of more than 80 students. This program has an active research agenda with initiatives funded by CDC, AAMC, North Carolina and Foundations.
For this 12-month, tenure track position, we seek candidates with expertise in Behavioral Health Sciences and/or Epidemiology with an interest in minority health issues, particularly those of African Americans and Latinos in rural areas. Qualifications: DrPH, PhD in public health, or doctoral degree in related field and experience in public health practice and/or academic public health

Salary for is competitive and negotiable, commensurate with experience and training.

To apply: Please indicate position no. 975904, submit your candidate profile at http://ecu.peopleadmin.com, send a letter of interest, detailed curriculum vitae, and names and addresses (including e-mail) of three references to: MPH Search Committee Chair, East Carolina University, Brody School of Medicine, Hardy Building, 600 Moye Blvd., Greenville, NC 27834.


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Contact Information:


Job code: 975904
E-mail : rossr@ecu.edu
Web Site : ecu.peopleadmin.com
Ms. Ronisha Ross
Administrative Services Coordinator
Master of Public Health Program
East Carolina University
600 Moye Blvd.
Hardy Building
Greenville, NC 27834
USA

SF: Assistant/Associate/Full Professor, Community Health Systems, Social and Behavioral Sciences, and Nursing, University of California, San Francisco

Position: Assistant/Associate/Full Professor, Community Health Systems, Social and Behavioral Sciences, and Nursing; (Tenure Track)
Salary: Unspecified
Institution: University of California, San Francisco
Location: California
Date posted: 4/15/2008
Application deadline: 5/30/2008


Faculty Positions Announcement #N269
Department of Community Health Systems and
Department of Social and Behavioral Sciences
School of Nursing


The Department of Community Health Systems (CHS) and the Department of Social and Behavioral Sciences (SBS) in the School of Nursing announce searches for two tenure track faculty positions (one for each department) to be filled by September 2008. Appointments will be at the Assistant, Associate, or Full Professor rank, depending upon the finalist's level of experience.
Major Areas of Responsibility

1.Teaching and advising masters and doctoral students in nursing.

2. Developing/establishing a program of research in global health nursing that is synergistic with emphases of the specialty and department and/or other organized research units on campus.

3. Disseminating research knowledge and engaging in professional activities at local, regional, national and international levels.

4. Contributing to the leadership and direction of UCSF, the School of Nursing and either the Department of Community Health Systems or the Department of Social and Behavioral Sciences.


Commensurate with the community health focus of the Departments, a background in nursing, public health, epidemiology, international health research and/or health services research is preferred. We are seeking candidates with promising and/or demonstrated research career that will be synergistic with departmental teaching, research directions and future plans, and who are academically prepared to teach in SBS (Health Policy Programs) or in one or more of the graduate nursing specialties in CHS (Advanced Community Health & International Nursing, Occupational & Environmental Health Nursing, Psychiatric/Mental Health Nursing, Adult Nurse Practitioner Program, and Nursing Administration) and to develop a program in global health policy. Candidates must be willing and able to: contribute to the leadership of one of these specific nursing specialties in the context of global health nursing; teach and advise students in the masters and doctoral programs; collaborate with faculty from across the School of Nursing to develop global health research within the School. For further information about the Departments and its programs, see http://www.ucsf.edu/chs/ and see http://nurseweb.ucsf.edu/www/ps-dc-hp.htm

For full consideration, applications should be received by February 1, 2008, but the positions are open until filled.


A complete application will include a cover letter, curriculum vitae, and a list of potential references, copies of key publications, and most recent syllabi for courses you have taught.
Submit Applications to:


Charlene Harrington, RN, Ph.D., FAAN
Bill Holzemer, RN, Ph.D., FAAN
Co-Chairs of the Faculty Search Committee
Dept.of Social and Behavioral Sciences/
Department of Community Health Systems
School of Nursing
3333 California Street, Suite 455
University of California, San Francisco
San Francisco, CA 94118
Phone (Charlene Harrington): 415-476-4030
email: charlene.harrington@ucsf.edu
Phone: 415-476-2763
e-mail: bill.holzemer@nursing.ucsf.edu

"UCSF is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer. The University undertakes affirmative action to assure equal employment opportunity for underutilized minorities and women, for persons with disabilities, and for covered veterans."

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

Doctoral Program in Community Health Nursing/Global Health:
The principal aim of the doctoral program in nursing with an emphasis on global health is to educate students interested in academic careers in nursing with an emphasis on the study of issues in nursing, population health/illness, international health, nursing workforce and the analysis of global health issues. Coursework in the program is aimed at enabling students to develop their understanding of and capacities to use theory; develop research skills and statistical capacities; develop a global health perspective on the many dimensions of nursing, health disparities, vulnerable populations, international health, nursing workforce; develop a focused, independent research project necessary for completion of the doctoral dissertation; and ultimately contribute to the advancement of the nursing profession and the field of global health nursing.

MS Program in a CHS Specialty Nursing Program:
The Masters Degree programs offered in CHS focus on preparing students to provide leadership in a variety of settings. Graduates learn to identify and critically analyze issues that are specific to nursing as well as develop abilities to assess, diagnose and manage primary care problems for individuals and populations; develop, implement, and evaluate community/public health programs; analyze and evaluate administration policies; prevent and manage illness and injuries; and/or respond to mental health needs across the lifespan. They are prepared to use relevant theory and evidenced-based practices, and leadership and policy skills to develop, implement and evaluate the care and treatment of individuals and populations.

Doctoral Program in Nursing Health Policy:
The principal aim of the doctoral program in nursing with an emphasis on health policy is to educate students interested in academic careers in nursing with an emphasis on the study of issues in nursing, health, illness, medicine, health care, and the analysis of health and public policies. Coursework in the program is aimed at enabling students to develop their understanding of and capacities to use theory; develop research skills and statistical capacities; and develop a policy perspective on the many dimensions of nursing, health, illness, medicine, health care, and public health; develop the focused, independent research project necessary for completion of the doctoral dissertation; and ultimately contribute to the advancement of the nursing profession and the field of health policy. Doctoral students must be admitted to the School of nursing doctoral program and then elect an emphasis on health policy and they must take core courses in the nursing doctoral program along with specialty courses in health policy.

MS Program in Nursing Health Policy:
The Masters Degree program in health policy for nurses focuses on preparing students to provide policy leadership in a variety of settings. Graduates learn to identify and critically analyze laws, regulations and policies at the institutional, local, state and national levels. They prepare to use their in-depth knowledge of the history, structure, theory and process of health policymaking in the United States to plan, implement, and evaluate policies. Additionally, they will understand the economic, ethical, and social implications of policy decisions, and devise and use strategies to effectively advocate for policy change. See http://nurseweb.ucsf.edu/www/spec-hpl.htm




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Contact Information:


Job code: N269
E-mail : charlene.harrington@ucsf.edu
Phone : (415) 476-4030
Fax : (415) 476-6552
Dr. Charlene Harrington
Professor
Social and Behavioral Sciences
UCSF
3333 California Street, Suite 455
San Francisco, CA 94118
USA

Albany, NY: RESEARCH SCIENTIST, Director of Tobacco Control Program, New York State Department of Health

RESEARCH SCIENTIST 5 (RS5) POSTED: Apr 11

Salary: Starting at 88,433.00 Location: Albany, New York
Employer: The New York State Department of Health
Type: Full Time - Experienced
Categories: executive level position, health services administration


Description
The New York State Department of Health is recruiting for a Research Scientist 5 to work in the Division of Chronic Disease Prevention and Adult Health’s Tobacco Control Program.
The RS5 will serve as Director of the state’s comprehensive Tobacco Control Program, which consists of 30 staff and has an annual budget of over $85 million, and will provide leadership, guidance and direction to the Program. Duties include the development, implementation, evaluation and dissemination of effective tobacco control and public health interventions; implementing the program’s strategic plan; ensuring that strategies and actions are in place to achieve program and Departmental tobacco goals and reduce youth and adult tobacco use. This position will also develop policy recommendations; work to establish best practices in tobacco control; oversee and direct program evaluation efforts as well as provide open and consistent communication to the program’s staff and contractors regarding program goals, objectives, policies and procedures; oversee preparation of grant applications, budget documents and program reports related to tobacco control and perform other duties as assigned. The Director will collaborate with other areas of the Department to advance tobacco control work; will facilitate the development of cross-program and intra-Department collaboration and initiatives; will serve as a liaison to advocacy and stakeholder groups engaged in tobacco control. Conditions of Employment: Contingent-permanent, non-competitive, full-time appointment with frequent travel required. Travel may be to areas not served by public transportation Application Procedure: Submit resume to Human Resources Management Group, Room 2276, Corning Tower Building, Empire State Plaza, Albany, New York 12237-0012, or by email to resume@health.state.ny.us or by fax to (518)474-6771 with a subject line RS5/15013/HW. Applications accepted until position is filled. An Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer Women, Minorities And People With Disabilities Are Encouraged To Apply


Requirements
Minimum Qualifications: A doctorate and three years of professional research experience in the appropriate field; or a Masters Degree and five years of such experience. Appropriate fields include public health, tobacco control, chronic diseases, epidemiology or a related field.
Preferred Qualifications: Doctoral degree in a public health discipline (e.g., epidemiology, health policy and management) or M.D.; experience in program management, tobacco control.

Chicago: Tenure Track Faculty (interdisciplinary clinical and population research), Children's Memorial Research Center and Northwestern University

Full-time Mid-Career Tenure Track Faculty Position
Job Code: 01 POSTED: Apr 09

Salary: Open Location: Chicago, Illinois
Employer: Children's Memorial Research Center
Type: Full Time - Experienced
Category: academic / research Required Education: Doctorate


Description
Children’s Memorial Research Center (CMRC)/Children’s Memorial Hospital and the Feinberg School of Medicine at Northwestern University seek outstanding candidates for a full-time mid-career tenure track faculty position in the Mary Ann and J. Milburn Smith Child Health Research Program (see www.childrensmrc.org/childhealthresearch). This is an interdisciplinary program that integrates clinical and population research, with an emphasis on multi-level research that includes biomarkers and environmental measures. This new position offers outstanding scholarly and scientific resources in a collegial and collaborative clinical and research environment. High quality office and dry lab facilities and excellent start-up support will be provided; limited wet lab space is also available.
Candidates should have a PhD and/or MD degree and exceptional research potential in one or more areas, including childhood obesity and the metabolic syndrome. Other areas of interest that are particularly welcome are perinatal epidemiology, allergy, molecular/genetic epidemiology; and bioinformatics. The person who fills this position will lead innovative independent research, collaborate with program colleagues, and mentor junior investigators. Physician-scientists should plan to spend at least 70% of their time on research. Competitive candidates will have a strong track record of NIH funding. Academic rank and salary are negotiable.

Applications responding to this announcement can be submitted until June 30, 2008. Start date is negotiable. Applicants should send a CV and a 2 page statement of proposed research plan and long-term goals, and 3 letters of recommendation to: Maria Kroll, C/O The Smith Child Health Research Program Faculty Search Committee 2300 Children’s Plaza, Box 157 Chicago, IL 60614 E-mail: mkroll@childrensmemorial.org

Children's Memorial Hospital and Northwestern University are equal opportunity employers. Hiring is contingent upon eligibility to work in the United States. Women and minorities are encouraged to apply.


Requirements
Candidates should have a PhD and/or MD degree and exceptional research potential in one or more areas, including childhood obesity and the metabolic syndrome. Other areas of interest that are particularly welcome are perinatal epidemiology, allergy, molecular/genetic epidemiology; and bioinformatics. The person who fills this position will lead innovative independent research, collaborate with program colleagues, and mentor junior investigators. Physician-scientists should plan to spend at least 70% of their time on research. Competitive candidates will have a strong track record of NIH funding. Academic rank and salary are negotiable.

Michigan: Assistant/Associate/Professor, Infectious Disease Epidemiology, Michigan State University

Michigan State University
Infectious Disease Epidemiology
Position: University Faculty (Assistant/Associate/Professor)
-salary and rank will commensurate with qualifications & experience

Duties:
Infectious disease epidemiologist with potential for leadership in NIH-oriented research, committed to population-oriented translational research with a focus on HIV/AIDS, STIs, and related areas of infectious disease epidemiology

Qualifications:
-Doctoral level degree in epidemiology (Ph.D., M.D., or equivalent)
-Concentration in infectious diseases
-Capacity to conduct independent NIH-funded HIV/AIDS research
-Visionary ideas, leadership qualities, enthusiastic commitment, strong interpersonal skills

Applications:
Applicants should submit a letter of interest, curriculum vitae, and complete contact information of three professional references to:
James C. Anthony
Chair of the Search Committee
Department of Epidemiology
Michigan State University
B601 West Fee Hall
East Lansing, MI 48824

Michigan: Full/Associate Professor, Cancer Epidemiology, Michigan State University

Michigan State University
Cancer Epidemiology
Position: Full/Associate Professor
-Competitive salary, benefits, & start-up package

Duties:
To lead the development of a multi-investigator cancer epidemiology research program focused on clinical translational, prevention, and population sciences, as well as research training.

Qualifications:
-A track record appropriate for an advanced tenure line Full or Associate Professorship
-Success as an NIH/NCI Principal Investigator
-Experience in leading productive cancer epidemiology research teams
-Excellent collaboration with peers & mentoring success

Applications
For more details: www.epi.msu.edu & www.epi.msu.edu/openings
Send inquiries to: epigrad@epi.msu.edu

Interested individuals should submit a cover letter of interest, curriculum vitae, and complete contact information of three professional references to:
James C. Anthony
Professor & Chair
Department of Epidemiology
Michigan State University
B601 West Fee Hall
East Lansing, MI 48824

Texas: three tenure-track faculty positions, Epidemiology, Human Immunology and Behavioral Sciences, University of Texas at Brownsville

Position: Epidemiology, Human Immunology and Behavioral Sciences
Salary: Unspecified
Institution: University of Texas at Brownsville
Location: Texas
Date posted: 4/10/2008

The University of Texas School of Public Health (UTSPH), Brownsville Regional Campus invites applications for three tenure-track positions at the Assistant Professor level. These positions will enable UTSPH to expand a rapidly growing translational research program aimed at understanding and preventing obesity, diabetes and related co-morbidities. This is an exciting opportunity to join an established faculty group focused on teaching, research and community service to address public health needs in the Lower Rio Grande Valley and along the U.S.-Mexico Border.
Located in tropical Texas less than a mile from the Mexican border, the program has population-based studies in a minority, underserved, binational community. Infrastructure includes a vigorous and innovative outreach program, an extensively documented Hispanic cohort, a Clinical Research Unit and a laboratory (BSL-2/3) with trained staff. Focus is on under-studied complications (immune impairment, infections and mental health), but also well-known conditions (cardiovascular disease). Integration of behavioral, epidemiological and basic biological sciences offers novel opportunities in translational research for minority and international health populations. Infrastructure is provided by major collaborative grants and multi-site studies.
Qualifications include: (1) earned medical or doctoral degree with expertise in epidemiology, immunology, behavioral sciences, or associated disciplines; (2) commitment to excellence in teaching and advising graduate students; (3) a record or potential of both independent and collaborative research; (4) excellent written and oral communication skills; and (5) an interest in working on the U.S.-Mexico border with Hispanic populations.
Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the positions are filled. Candidates should e-mail a letter describing their qualifications and interests, along with their curriculum vitae and contact information for three professional references to: Susan P. Fisher-Hoch, MD (susan.p.fisher-hoch@uth.tmc.edu), Search Committee Chair, UT School of Public Health, 80 Fort Brown, RAHC SPH Bldg. Brownsville, TX 78520.Additional information about the UT School of Public Health can be found at http://www.sph.uth.tmc.edu/.

The University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston is an EO/AA employer. M/F/D/V. Minorities and women are strongly encouraged to apply. This is a security-sensitive position and thereby subject to Texas Education code §51.215. A background check will be required for the final candidate.


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Contact Information:


E-mail : Susan.P.Fisher-Hoch@uth.tmc.edu
Web Site : http://www.sph.uth.tmc.edu/
Dr. Susan Fisher Hoch
School of Public Health Brownsville
The University of Texas Health Science Center At Houston
80 Fort Brown, SPH Bldg. room S.100
Brownsville, TX 78520
USA

Alabama: State Epidemiologist, Alabama Department of Public Health

The State of Alabama's Department of Public Health seeks to fill the vacant State Epidemiologist position.

State Epidemiologist
The Alabama Department of Public Health seeks a physician with experience in epidemiology and infectious diseases. The incumbent provides technical services to the Division of Epidemiology in the areas of surveillance of notifiable diseases, investigation of acute outbreaks, and formulation of control strategies for selected communicable diseases. Current annual salary range is $112,346-$171,271. Queries may be directed to Charles Woernle, MD, MPH, at (334) 206-5325 or cwoernle@adph.state.al.us. The State of Alabama is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

New York: Assistant or Associate Professor, Health Sciences, City University of New York York College

Position: Assistant or Associate Professor, Health Sciences
Salary: Unspecified
Institution: City University of New York York College
Location: New York
Date posted: 4/9/2008

Health Sciences: Assistant or Associate Professor, Health Sciences. York College of the City University of New York (CUNY) invites applications to teach courses in Epidemiology, Public Health and/or Health Management; and assisting in the administration of the major. The successful candidate is expected to develop and maintain a vigorous, program of scholarly activities, and be involved in other duties appropriate to rank. An earned Doctoral degree in Public Health or Epidemiology or related field and at least three (3) years of teaching experience required; some administrative experience preferred. Candidates with a master's degree in Public Health or Healthcare Administration, and appropriate professional licensure or certification with the above-referenced experience will be considered. Salary is commensurate with rank, qualifications, salary history and experience. To apply, please send cover letter with curriculm vitae, statements of research plans and teaching philosophy, and three (3) letters of recommendations by April 4, 2008 closing date to Code: HEALTH SCI, Office of Faculty and Staff Relations–2H01, York College/CUNY, 94-20 Guy R. Brewer Boulevard, Jamaica, New York 11451. The City University of New York is an Equal Employment Opportunity, Affirmative Action, Immigration Reform and Control Act, Americans with Disabilities Act Employer.

New York: Data Manager, Center for Behavioral Cardiovascular Health, Columbia University Medical Center

Title: Data Manager

Columbia University Medical Center

Department of Medicine, Division of General Medicine, Center for Behavioral Cardiovascular Health

Application Deadline: Open until filled

Reporting to the Principal Investigator, the Data Manager will have primary responsibility for data integrity and data analysis of various cohort studies ongoing at the Center for Behavioral Cardiovascular Health. Studies include the COPES study, which investigates causes and treatments of depressive symptoms in myocardial infarction patients, and the Worksite study, which examines behavioral and sociodemographic factors predicting hypertension. Ensures that both electronic and non-electronic data are stored in an IRB/HIPAA compliant manner. Creates SPSS files for data entry, merges information from multiple data files, computes summary scales and evaluates their psychometric properties. Develops and executes quality control procedures to enhance the integrity of the data. Coordinates data core activities with regards to progress report deadlines and abstract submission deadlines. Perform statistical analyses and assist in interpreting and presenting results. Supervises data entry staff. Interacts with investigators and staff at Columbia and at other sites (e.g., Stony Brook, Mount Sinai Medical Center).

Salary: Commensurate with experience

Minimum Requirements:

Master's degree in biostatistics, statistics or public health with emphasis on biostatistics and/or epidemiology required. Experience in managing large data files from multi-site studies and perform statistical analysis in SPSS and/or SAS. Familiarity with MS Office applications required. Must possess good organizational, interpersonal, quantitative and writing skills. Must be able to communicate effectively with investigators and other staff and be able to work independently.

Knowledge of other statistical packages and or website programming a plus.

Candidates may apply directly for the position, via the following URL (use Internet Explorer 5.5 or above):
jobs.columbia.edu/applicants/Central?quickFind=110212

Bozeman, MT: Statistical Geneticist, Golden Helix, Inc

Title: Statistical Geneticist

Classification: Full-Time

Department: Research & Development

Reports To: CTO

Location: Bozeman, MT

Salary: Competitive/DOE

Education: PhD

Start Date: Immediately

Application Deadline: Open Until Filled



Job Description
This scientific position will work closely with the Research & Development department to develop, evaluate, and implement new methods in whole genome SNP and Copy Number association analysis and modeling. In addition to researching emerging methods in new analysis fields, this position will also provide statistical and statistical genetics consulting services to customers. This position is located in beautiful Bozeman, MT, recently ranked the best place to live in America by BizJournal, and also featured in Forbes and Fast Company.



Specifically, the Statistical Geneticist will perform the following:

The development and implementation of novel methods, as well as the application of these and existing methods to solve complex genomics problems.
Provide guidance to the R&D department in statistical analyses methodologies, as well as perform occasional programming.
Serve as a project manager and/or consultant for customers on challenging and leading-edge research problems and collaborations.
Keep abreast of the latest developments in statistical genetics and emerging fields, including sequencing applications and statistical learning theory as it relates to predictive healthcare and diagnostics.
Publication of research and development findings, as well as creation of scientific posters and presentations, and limited grant writing.
Maintain stature in the field by participation in scientific societies, presentations at scientific meetings, and attending applicable conferences, as well as maintaining appropriate external contacts in industry groups, regulatory agencies, and academic and research organizations.
Serve as a resource for the Quality Assurance team to develop test cases for methods, document methods and as a general resource on statistical challenges.


Qualifications
At Golden Helix, your values, abilities, and track record of success are at least as important as direct experience. That being said, the right candidate will have the following:

Ph.D. in Human or Medical Genetics, Statistical Genetics, or Biostatistics with a background in bioinformatics; or a Ph.D. in Computer Science with training and/or experience in biology, genetic epidemiology, statistical genetics, or human genetics.
Demonstrated expertise in statistical genetics that is acknowledged by colleagues and peers in the scientific community.
Proven track record of publications and scientific presentations.
Familiarity with C/C++, Python, and R programming a plus.
Strong oral and written communication skills (must read, write and speak fluent English).
Exhibit core values such as integrity, honesty, ingenuity, and perseverance. Must have a strong commitment to excellence.


About Golden Helix, Inc.

Golden Helix, Inc. was founded in 1998 to create cutting edge software that accelerates pharmaceutical productivity and life science research. Golden Helix is an innovative leader in data analysis software and predictive analytics. Our tools and services are used by top researchers and analysts around the world for tasks that require truly advanced analytics, such as finding the genetic causes of disease, predictive compound screening for drug discovery, and developing (industry-leading) risk, attrition, and segmentation models for leading academic and commercial entities.



Located in Bozeman, MT, this position offers competitive pay and benefits package, as well as the opportunity to live in one of the most spectacular places in the world. Ninety miles north of Yellowstone, Bozeman is home to Montana State University in addition to being the high-tech center of Montana. Outdoor enthusiasts have extensive options available to them including skiing (two world-class resorts within 60 minutes), hiking, biking, kayaking and fishing. Cultural opportunities also abound including the world-renowned Museum of the Rockies and the Bozeman Symphony, as well as an abundance of internationally recognized speakers drawn to Bozeman by the university.



Contact
If you are interested in this one-of-a-kind opportunity, please submit a cover letter, resume and salary requirements to personnel@goldenhelix.com.

Silver Spring, Maryland: General Dynamics Information Technology seeks Epidemiologists, Biostatisticians and SAS Programmers

General Dynamics Information Technology seeks Epidemiologists, Biostatisticians and SAS Programmers in Silver Spring, MD

Supervise the ad hoc, quick-turnaround requests and inquires from customer using existing and routinely collected data.
* Monitor that requests are completed by suspense dates assigned.
* Be able to use advanced to expert level of SAS®, SQL, Oracle, MS Excel, Adobe Acrobat, and other similar programs.
* Manage peer review and suggest changes or improvements to SAS® code, analytical and study methods, and reports for validity and limitations, as performed by Analytical Epidemiologists and Analytical Lead Epidemiologists.
* Mentor Analytical Epidemiologists and Analytical Lead Epidemiologists to provide customer assigned requests, reports, projects, or other special tasks.
* Oversee the analyses of assigned medical surveillance data, using epidemiological or statistical methods.
* Oversee the assessment of the feasibility of proposed studies and evaluate data sources for researchers/clients as requested and assigned for the customer.
* Suggest improvements to assigned requests, reports, projects, or other special tasks for customer's clients.
* Able to discuss and evaluate outputs of Analytical Epidemiologists and Analytical Lead Epidemiologists.
* Working with the Analytical Epidemiologists and Analytical Lead Epidemiologists, identify obstacles to requests by providing recommended improvements regarding the status, trend, and determinants of the health and fitness of the clients.
* Oversee the development, interpretation, and reporting of meaningful metrics and in explanation of outputs.
* Supervise the development, implementation and evaluation of complex data mining and analysis tasks.
* May act as a group spokesperson on analytical and technical matters.
* When assigned, supervise the support of long-term (longitudinal) studies to identify risk factors for select outcomes leading to policy changes or behavior modifications.
* When applicable, supervise the identification and investigation of current and archival epidemiological data maintained by other clients.
* Required to contribute articles to peer-reviewed journals.
* Work independently or in a group to provide customer requests, reports, projects, or other special tasks as assigned.
* Be able to work on a team consisting of co-workers, managers, and supervisors.
* Perform other related duties as required or assigned.



EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

1. Typically requires 5-8 years of related experience.
2. Bachelors Degree in Mathematics, Physics, Engineering, or a related discipline.
3. Masters Degree preferred.



SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

1. Advanced knowledge of the principles, methods, and techniques used in scientific functional area.
2. Advanced knowledge of the related equipment and systems.

WORKING CONDITIONS: The work is typically performed in an office or laboratory environment, which requires proper safety precautions; work may require some physical effort in the handling of light materials, boxes or equipment.

The above job description is not intended to be, nor should it be construed as, exhaustive of all responsibilities, skills, efforts, or working conditions associated with this job.

Requests for reasonable accommodations will be considered to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the principal (essential) functions of this job.

General Dynamics Information Technology is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer (M/F/D/V).



Please apply at www.gdit.com/careers

Job numbers 138682, 138683

Seattle: Full-Time Professor with Tenure, The Department of Global Health, The Institute for Health Metrics and Evaluation, University of Washington

Position: Full-Time Professor with Tenure, The Department of Global Health, The Institute for Health Metrics and Evaluation
Salary: Unspecified
Institution: University of Washington
Location: Washington
Date posted: 4/7/2008

Health: The Institute for Health Metrics and Evaluation and the Department of Global Health at the University of Washington are recruiting for a full-time Professor with tenure. The successful applicant(s) will have a Ph.D. in epidemiology or related field. The individual(s) will have a proven track record in designing and implementing surveys in multiple communities and done broad analytic work using survey data on health and health systems trends. The successful applicant(s) would also be expected to mentor pre-doctoral students and postdoctoral fellows. An appointment in the Department of Epidemiology may also be possible, depending on the qualifications and interest of the successful candidate(s). All University of Washington faculty engage in teaching, research, and service. Salary depends on experience plus excellent benefits.

Applicants should forward their curriculum vitae, a brief statement outlining their research interests and at least 4 letters of reference to: Christopher J.L. Murray, MD, D.Phil., Institute Director, Institute for Health Metrics and Evaluation, University of Washington, 2301 5th Avenue, Suite 600, Seattle, Washington 98121. This position closes on April 30, 2008. All materials must be received by April 30, 2008. Position is anticipated to begin the autumn of 2008. The University of Washington is an affirmative action, equal opportunity employer. We are dedicated to the goal of building a culturally diverse and pluralistic faculty and staff committed to teaching and working in a multicultural environment and strongly encourage applications from women, minorities, individuals with disabilities and covered veterans.

Hawaii: Faculty Position in Cancer Epidemiology, Cancer Research Center of Hawaii, University of Hawaii

Position: Faculty Position in Cancer Epidemiology
Salary: Unspecified
Institution: Cancer Research Center of Hawaii
Location: Hawaii

Research/Epidemiology: Cancer Research Center of Hawaii, Faculty position in Cancer Epidemiology. The Epidemiology Program of the Cancer Research Center of Hawaii, University of Hawaii, is seeking a research epidemiologist for appointment at the level of Assistant Specialist, Position #70015T. Responsibilities include creating data files related to nutritional risk factors for cancer in a large multiethnic cohort, conducting data analyses using SAS software, assistance with grant preparation and reports, publication of findings in peer-reviewed journals, and presentation of findings at local, national and international meetings. Ability to use SAS statistical software is required. Minimum requirements: MPH or MS in Epidemiology plus 30 credits graduate study and at least three years' experience in epidemiologic research. Desirable qualifications: Ph.D. level training in Epidemiology or Nutrition, or an M.D degree. Candidates with expertise in nutritional epidemiology will be given highest priority.

The position is non-tenure track, but includes a full benefits package; salary commensurate with qualifications and experience. Interested applicants should send by e-mail their statement of research interests, curriculum vitae, and names of three references with contact information to: Laurence Kolonel, MD, Ph.D. (lkolonel@crch.hawaii.edu). Position will remain open until filled; first review of applications will occur on May 15, 2008. EEO/AA Employer.

Houston, Texas: PhD Biostatistician, University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston

PhD Biostatistician POSTED: Apr 03

Salary: 75,000.00 - 85,000.00
Location: Houston, Texas
Employer: UT Health Science Center at Houston
Type: Full Time - Entry Level
Category: Biometrics/biostatistics Required Education: Doctorate

Description
A biostatistics faculty position (at assistant professor level) is available at Biostatistics/Epidemiology/ Research Design (BERD) Core of Center for Clinical and Translational Sciences (CCTS) (Houston CTSA Program) at The University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston (UTHSC-H).
The successful applicant will work closely with a multidisciplinary team of biostatisticians, epidemiologists, and clinicians at UTHSC-H. Responsibilities for this position include: i) collaboration and consultation with faculty on design and analytic methods for research proposals and current research projects; ii) teaching biostatistics to clinicians and health researchers; and iii) preparation of grants, reports, and manuscripts. Faculty appointment at The University of Texas School of Public Health at Houston may be considered.

Interested candidates should send copies of their transcripts, CV, and names of three references along with their contact information of to: Dr. M. H. Rahbar, Director, BERD, CCTS, UTHSC-H, via e-mail Mohammad.H.Rahbar@uth.tmc.edu. Applications will be accepted until the position is filled.

The University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston is an EO/AA employer. M/F/D/V. This is a security sensitive position and thereby subject to Texas Education Code § 51.215. A background check will be required for the final candidate.

NOTES: Employer will assist with relocation costs

Requirements
The candidates must have a Ph.D. or equivalent degree in biostatistics or statistics-related disciplines, but preference will be given to candidates with knowledge and experience of analyzing longitudinal data with missing values.

Chicago, Illinois: Academic faculty, clinical epidemiology of asthma and pulmonary diseases, University of Chicago School of Medicine

Academic faculty
Job ID: 4335043
Position Title: Academic faculty
Company Name: University of Chicago
Industry: Pulmonary & Critical Care
Job Function: Academic - Any Rank
Location(s): Chicago, Illinois, 60637, United States
Posted: April 3, 2008
Entry Level: No
Job Type: Full-Time
Job Duration: Indefinite
Min Education: Graduate Degree
Required Travel: None

APPLY FOR THIS JOB
Email Address: pccsearch@medicine.bsd.uchicago.edu

Job Description
The Section of Pulmonary & Critical Care Medicine seeks full-time academic faculty with demonstrated interest in clinical research, clinical epidemiology, and study design as they relate to asthma and the study of other chronic illnesses. The preferred candidate must have an MD or MD/PhD with training in clinical research and epidemiology. Excellent teaching skills are also required. MD candidates must be BC/BE in Pulmonary and/or Critical Care Medicine and must be eligible for medical licensure in the State of Illinois. Academic rank and salary will be commensurate with background and experience.

Send curriculum vitae with references to: pccsearch@medicine.bsd.uchicago.edu
c/o Jesse Hall, MD, Chief, Section of Pulmonary & Critical Care Medicine, Department of Medicine, The University of Chicago, 5841 South Maryland Avenue, MC6076, Chicago, IL 60637. The University of Chicago is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer.

Seattle, WA; Assistant or Associate member (Assistant or Associate Professor), Fred Hutchinson Cancer Research Center (University of Washington)

Job Title: Assistant/ Associate Member
Job ID: 21299
Location: FHCRC


Full/Part Time: Full-Time
Regular/Temporary: Regular

About the Department
The Epidemiology Program of the Fred Hutchinson Cancer Research Center's Division of Public Health Sciences is currently recruiting one or more faculty at the Assistant or Associate member level (depending on qualifications), corresponding to Assistant or Associate Professor at the University of Washington, with expertise in cancer epidemiology. Depending upon the applicant's qualifications and interest, a corresponding faculty appointment at the University of Washington’s Department of Epidemiology is possible; this may include teaching responsibilities in addition to mentoring graduate students and collaborative research activities.

The Fred Hutchinson Cancer Research Center is a world-renowned NCI-designated comprehensive cancer center with large and active research programs in Public Health Sciences, including Epidemiology, Prevention, Biostatistics and Biomodeling, Molecular Diagnostics and Cancer Biology. Leading programs in three additional scientific divisions (Basic Sciences, Human Biology, and Clinical Research) and a new cross-division initiative (Vaccine and Infectious Disease Institute) complement the Public Health Sciences division activities. The Epidemiology Program conducts research in a variety of areas, including studies examining lifestyle, environmental, and genetic influences on cancer risk, cancer prevention strategies, determinants of cancer prognosis, and methodologic research. The Cancer Surveillance System, a SEER-funded population-based cancer registry serving the Puget Sound area, is a valuable resource for case ascertainment for studies of etiology and prognosis. Collaborations with laboratory and clinical scientists throughout the Center, the University of Washington, and other local research institutions provide a basis for conducting interdisciplinary studies of genetic susceptibility and cancer biomarkers. University of Washington faculty engage in teaching, research and service.
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Responsibilities
The Epidemiology Program of the Fred Hutchinson Cancer Research Center's Division of Public Health Sciences is currently recruiting one or more faculty at the Assistant or Associate member level (depending on qualifications), corresponding to Assistant or Associate Professor at the University of Washington, with expertise in cancer epidemiology. Depending upon the applicant's qualifications and interest, a corresponding faculty appointment at the University of Washington’s Department of Epidemiology is possible; this may include teaching responsibilities in addition to mentoring graduate students and collaborative research activities.
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Qualifications
Applicants should have a Ph.D. in epidemiology or related field, an MD with additional research degree, or equivalent training. We are seeking candidates with relevant expertise in multidisciplinary research on cancer etiology, prognosis, and/or methodologic research. The incumbent will be expected to establish an active program of independent and collaborative research consistent with the mission of the Epidemiology Program.
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How To Apply
To apply for this position, please send applications including curriculum vitae, a letter describing research interests (and, if relevant, teaching interests), and the contact information for four references to:

Käthe Watanabe
Human Resources Specialist
Fred Hutchinson Cancer Research Center
Human Resources, J1-105
P.O. Box 19024
Seattle, WA 98109-1024
Email: kwatanab@fhcrc.org
Fax: 206-667-4051
Web site: http://www.fhcrc.org
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Equal Employment Opportunity
The Fred Hutchinson Cancer Research Center and The Seattle Cancer Care Alliance are equal opportunity employers, committed to workforce diversity.

Durham, NH: Faculty Position in Health Management and Policy, University of New Hampshire

Job Title: Faculty Position in Health Management and Policy
Department: College of Health and Human Services
Institution: University of New Hampshire
Durham, NH

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

Job Categories: See Job Description

Academic Field(s): Health Systems Management


Apply By E-mail: rsw@unh.edu

Job Description:

The Department of Health Management and Policy in the College of Health and Human Services and the Carsey and the Carsey Institute at the University of New Hampshire (UNH) are pleased to invite applications for a full-time, tenure track faculty position, rank open. The individual will have a joint appointment within the Department and the Institute. Candidates must possess an earned doctorate in health management/policy (with expertise/experience in health care organizational management or health informatics), public health (with expertise/experience in epidemiology, biostatistics or public health program administration), or closely related discipline. Candidates with evidence of successful teaching experience are valued as are ones prepared to engage in collaborative research in a multidisciplinary setting. Applied and research experience in the area of Community Health Policy and Management and strong methodological skills are desirable. The College and the Institute are building significant research capacity in the area, and will provide opportunities and support for research in addition to core teaching responsibilities.

The Department offers an AUPHA-certified baccalaureate program in Health Management and Policy, with options in Health Management and Public Health, a CEPH-accredited MPH program, and a Graduate Public Health Certificate Program. The graduate programs draw faculty from multiple colleges and departments in the University. The Carsey Institute is a nationally recognized policy institute conducting research on families and communities, with a core research faculty and research support as well as research assistantships for graduate students in Community, Health and Environment. In addition, two other College Institutes that focus on research and policy in the state, the New Hampshire Institute for Health Policy and Practice and the Institute on Disabilities provide a wide range of opportunities for applied research related to state or national public health issues.

UNH is a Doctoral/Research Extensive University and a comprehensive land-grant, space-grant, and sea-grant institution. It receives more than $100 million in externally-funded research support and is well known for its integration of research and undergraduate education. UNH has approximately 11,000 undergraduate students and 2,000 graduate students. It combines the living learning environment of a small New England liberal arts college with the breadth, spirit of discovery, and civic involvement of a land-grant research institution.

UNH is located in Durham, New Hampshire within minutes of Maine and New Hampshire seacoasts and within 45 minutes of New Hampshire's White Mountains, State capital, and largest urban communities. It is approximately one hour from Boston, Massachusetts and Portland, Maine, and has passenger rail services to both.

Applicants should send a letter of intent (that includes a statement of teaching philosophy and research and public service interests), curriculum vitae, and a list of three references for later contact. Samples of scholarship are encouraged. The search will remain open until the position is filled.

Submit application to: Robert S. Woodward, Ph.D., Search Committee Chairperson
Department of Health Management and Policy
McKerley Professor of Health Economics
rsw@unh.edu


EEO / AA Policy:

UNH is an affirmative action, equal opportunity employer committed to excellence through diversity in its faculty and strongly encourages applicants from racial and ethnic minorities. The University seeks excellence through diversity among its administrators, faculty, staff, and students. The university prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, veteran status, or marital status. Application by members of all underrepresented groups is encouraged.

Contact: Robert S. Woodward, Ph.D.
College of Health and Human Services
University of New Hampshire
Durham, NH

E-mail: rsw@unh.edu

Oklahoma City, OK: Epidemiologist (three new state-funded, tenure-track faculty positions), University of Oklahoma College of Public Health

Epidemiologist
University of Oklahoma College of Public Health

Job Title: Epidemiologist
Department: Biostatistics and Epidemiology
Department Website: http://w3.ouhsc.edu/biostat/BSE.html
Institution: University of Oklahoma College of Public Health
Oklahoma City, OK

Application Deadline: Open Until Filled
Position Start Date: July 1st, 2008

Job Categories: Assistant Professor
Associate Professor
Professor

Academic Field(s): Public Health & Epidemiology


Apply By E-mail: linda-cowan@ouhsc.edu

Job Description:

The Department of Biostatistics and Epidemiology in the College of Public Health, University of Oklahoma Health Sciences Center (OUHSC), is recruiting for three new state-funded, tenure-track faculty positions. Candidates must have a doctoral degree in epidemiology and experience in conducting individually-initiated and collaborative epidemiological research. Teaching experience at the graduate level is desirable. Epidemiologists in all areas are encouraged to apply, although preference will be given to candidates with expertise in cancer epidemiology, communicable diseases, diabetes/cardiovascular diseases or related areas.

Responsibilities include maintaining an active research program, teaching graduate-level courses in epidemiology, mentoring MPH, MS, PhD and DrPH students in epidemiology and participating in professional service. Levels of appointment and salaries will be based on experience and credentials. All OUHSC faculty also participate in an incentive pay program that is based on research productivity. New faculty have the opportunity to assist in designing and establishing interdisciplinary and collaborative research initiatives with various departments across the campus, including the new Cancer Institute and Diabetes Center, and with other health institutions in the region.



EEO / AA Policy:

The University of Oklahoma is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action Employer. Women and minorities are encouraged to apply.

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Contact: Linda D. Cowan, PhD
Biostatistics and Epidemiology
University of Oklahoma College of Public Health
Oklahoma City, OK 73126-0901

Minnesota: ASSISTANT, ASSOCIATE OR FULL PROFESSOR, clinical epidemiology of cardiovascular disease, University of Minnesota, Division of Epidemiology

ASSISTANT, ASSOCIATE OR FULL PROFESSOR
UMN SCHOOL OF PUBLIC HEALTH, Minnesota


JOB DETAILS
IN CLINICAL RESEARCH AND CLINICAL EPIDEMIOLOGY OF
CARDIOVASCULAR OR VASCULAR DISEASES
UNIVERSITY OF MINNESOTA SCHOOL OF PUBLIC HEALTH

TITLE: ASSISTANT, ASSOCIATE OR FULL PROFESSOR JOB #: 785931
LOCATION: , Minnesota FULL TIME/PART TIME: Full Time
CLIENT: UMN SCHOOL OF PUBLIC HEALTH PERMANENT/TEMPORARY: Regular
POSTED: 03/27/2008 EMPLOYMENT/CONTRACT WORK: Employment
REPLY SENT: NO VISA WAIVER AVAILABLE: Not specified

DESCRIPTION:
The Division of Epidemiology and Community Health, School of Public Health, University of Minnesota, invites applications for a tenure-track or tenured* Assistant, Associate or Full Professor in the area of clinical research/clinical epidemiology of cardiovascular or vascular disease. The Division (Website http://www.epi.umn.edu) has an established leadership reputation based on its large number of funded research projects in cardiovascular disease epidemiology and interventional clinical trials. The Division offers programs leading to the MPH, MS, and PhD degrees, and has NIH supported post-doctoral training programs that now involve over 60 clinicians in clinical research degree programs. A NIH K12 award actively supports the training of 20-25 junior faculty scholars. The Division includes an efficient and accessible clinical research center with over 1,000 patient visits/month in both clinical trials and observational studies. The Division actively collaborates with all regional and many national cardiovascular institutions to assure that the applicant has access to subjects to fulfill the cardiovascular clinical research mission.

Requirements include: (1) a professional doctoral degree (MD, DDS, DO, PharmD, or PhD in a clinical field, etc.); and (2) formal training in clinical research or clinical epidemiology or established cardiovascular research experience as demonstrated by a record of publications and external funding in clinical research. Candidates should have an established record of peer-reviewed publication in human studies of cardiovascular disease, and teaching experience at the undergraduate or graduate level. Rank and type of appointment will depend on level of accomplishment in these areas. Part-time clinical duties at the University and/or Minneapolis Heart Institute that directly support the applicant’s clinical research enterprise are strongly encouraged, but are not required; such clinical time will be in support of the clinical research focus. The Minneapolis Heart Institute is recognized internationally as one of the world´s leading heart institutes. This state-of-the-art facility combines the finest in personalized patient care with sophisticated technology in a unique, family-oriented environment. The Institute´s programs, a number of which are conducted in conjunction with Abbott Northwestern Hospital, address the full range of heart-health needs: prevention, diagnosis, treatment and rehabilitation.

Salary will be competitive and commensurate with qualifications and background.

It is expected that the faculty candidate will both lead his or her own research efforts and collaborate with other faculty as co-investigator on new grant initiatives, via their ability to design and implement observational and intervention studies of cardiovascular diseases. Teaching responsibilities may include teaching courses in clinical research. Advising masters, doctoral, and post-doctoral students is also expected.
CONTACT:
For additional information about this position, please contact the following search committee members, who are also available during the ACC Conference: Dr. Russell Luepker (cell 612-360-1969) and Dr. Alan Hirsch (e-mail hirsc005@umn.edu ).

The search will remain open until the position is filled. To apply for the tenure-track Assistant or Associate Professor, send applications with cover letter, CV and a list of at least three referees to the following quick link: http://employment.umn.edu/applicants/Central?quickFind=71120 . Please reference requisition #154437.

* To apply for this position as a tenured Associate or Full Professor, please access requisition #154445 with the following link: http://employment.umn.edu/applicants/Central?quickFind=71129

The University of Minnesota is an equal opportunity educator and employer.

Atlanta, GA: Epidemiologist/Public Health Researcher (diabetes), Centers for Disease Control and Prevention

Job Title: Epidemiologist/Public Health Researcher
Job Number:
Organization: Centers for Disease Control and Prevention
Posted: 3/28/2008
Type: Full-Time
Classification: Public Health - General
Industry: Federal Government
Number of Openings: 1
Location: Atlanta, GA USA
Compensation: $46680 - $56,478

Position Description: The individual will conduct systematic reviews of interventions of known efficacy for preventing and controlling diabetes. Specifically, he/she will synthesize the results of selected effective studies for: - identifying and treating persons with pre- diabetes - screening and treating undiagnosed diabetes - managing diabetes - preventing both microvascular and macrovascular complications - comprehensive approaches to manage diabetes such as diabetes education and disease management

Desirable skills include the capacity of initiating, planning, and conducting analytical studies of risk factors related to diabetes and its complications using large national data sets (i.e. NHANES, NHIS, BRFSS). Responsibilities also include preparing and publishing reports and scientific papers on the findings from such studies. Under the supervision of a Senior Epidemiologist, the incumbent will assist with project development and coordination, literature reviews and development of study materials. The individual must work effectively with other public health professionals to achieve overall objectives.


Qualifications: A minimum of a Master's degree in public health with concentrations in epidemiology, health services research, behavioral science, statistics or related field. The individual must possess skills in statistical analysis, data management, project management, and interpersonal communication. They must be highly organized and possess the ability to communicate both orally and in writing.

Organization Description: The Division of Diabetes Translation at CDC mission is to increase diabetes awareness, to promote early detection of diabetes and treatment of its complications, and to improve the quality of and access to diabetes care.

Closing Date: 4/30/2008
Desired Starting Date: 5/15/2008

Contact Name: Giuseppina Imperatore, Team Leader
Contact Location: 4770 Buford Highway NE
Mailstop K10
Atlanta GA 30341
US
Contact Phone: (770) 488-5821
Contact Fax: (770) 488-1148
Contact Email: gai5@cdc.gov
Web Address: http://
How to Apply: Submit resume and cover letter by email or surface mail

Waltham, MA and Ann Arbor, MI: Epidemiologist, i3 Drug Safety

Job Title: Epidemiologist
Job Number:
Organization: i3 Drug Safety
Posted: 3/28/2008
Type: Full-Time
Classification: Epidemiology
Industry:
Number of Openings: 1
Location: Waltham, MA or Ann Arbor, MI USA
Compensation:

Position Description: i3 Drug Safety is currently seeking an Epidemiologist IV to work in our Waltham, MA office. The Epidemiologist has the primary responsibility for the scientific and project management of research projects. Responsibilities include preparing protocols and analytic plans, writing reports and manuscripts, directing communication with the client, leading the project team, submitting deliverables to the client on time and on budget, and ensuring client satisfaction with project deliverables. In addition, the Epidemiologist IV will mentor junior Epidemiologists and participate in the scientific direction of the business unit as a whole.
Qualifications: • Doctoral degree in Epidemiology or equivalent and 5+ years of relevant experience. Diversity creates a healthier atmosphere: equal opportunity employer M/F/D/V.

www.i3drugsafety.com www.i3careers.com

Qualifications:

Organization Description: i3 Drug Safety provides comprehensive pharmacoepidemiology and pharmacovigilance services. Rooted in scientific rigor, using innovative methods and proven expertise, i3 Drug Safety’s services can be customized for all scopes of work, from safety surveillance and risk assessment in clinical development to post-approval pharmacovigilance. As a UnitedHealth Group company, i3 Drug Safety is part of a worldwide health care service organization that uses innovation, integrity and commitment to prepare for the future - and you can prepare for yours with us. It's a rare combination for success that only a career with i3 Drug Safety can provide.

Closing Date: 4/30/2008
Desired Starting Date:

Contact Name: Tiffany Jones,
Contact Phone:
Contact Fax:
Contact Email: tiffany.jones@i3research.com
Web Address: http://
How to Apply: Interested candidates should submit their resume to tiffany.jones@i3research.com

Additional Information:

Web Site Delete Date: 4/27/2008

Los Angeles, CA: Biostatisticians, PhD Faculty & Masters Level, Cedars-Sinai Medical Center

Biostatisticians, PhD Faculty & Masters Level
POSTED: Mar 24

Salary: Open Location: Los Angeles, California
Employer: Cedars-Sinai Medical Center
Type: Full Time - Experienced

Description
Cedars-Sinai Medical Center
Samuel Oschin Comprehensive Cancer Institute

Biostatisticians - Full-time PhD Faculty and Masters Level

Applications are being accepted for full-time biostatistics positions, effective immediately. The successful applicants will work closely with a multidisciplinary team of biostatisticians, epidemiologists, and clinicians at the Cedars-Sinai Medical Center to further research efforts at the Cancer Institute.

Doctoral applicants must have a Ph.D. or equivalent degree in biostatistics or statistics-related discipline, be capable of independent research and collaboration, have experience working in an academic setting, and excellent written and oral communication skills. Cancer-related experience is desirable but not required -- opportunities exist for collaborations in other disease areas.

Responsibilities include:

collaboration and consultation with faculty on design and analytic methods for research proposals and current research projects;
teaching statistics at the graduate level; and
preparation of grants, reports, and manuscripts.
Cancer-related experience is desirable but not required -opportunities exist for collaborations in other disease areas.

Master’s applicants must have a master’s degree in biostatistics or a statistics-related discipline; strong data analysis and programming skills; proficiency in SAS and/or other statistical software such as R, STATA, S-PLUS; and experience in analysis of clinical trial and laboratory data.


Responsibilities include

working with other investigators on design, data management, and statistical methods for research proposals and current research projects; and
preparation of reports and manuscripts.


For full consideration, all applicants should submit :

a cover letter describing their qualifications for the position described above,
a current curriculum vitae,
three recent published papers if available, and
contact information for three references.

Review of applications will begin immediately and will continue until the positions are filled.

Electronic submissions of application documents (in one PDF file) should be emailed to Steven Piantadosi MD, PhD, Director of the Samuel Oschin Comprehensive Cancer Institute at Cedars-Sinai Medical Center c/o elyce.larsen@cshs.org. Please refer to position #CI-110 for PhD Faculty or position #CI-111 for Masters Level.

Cedars-Sinai Medical Center encourages and welcomes diversity in the workplace AA/EOE

New York City: Research Scientist, Bureau of Communicable Disease, NYC Dept. of Health and Mental Hygiene

Job Title: Research Scientist
Job Number:
Organization: NYC Dept. of Health and Mental Hygiene
Posted: 3/26/2008
Type: Full-Time
Classification: Public Health - General
Industry: Local Government
Number of Openings: 1
Location: New York, NY USA
Compensation: $65,827 - $86,532

Position Description: Developing, implementing, coordinating and evaluating outbreak detection systems, including regional systems with neighboring jurisdictions. Modifying and designing computer programs for automated processing, quality control, backup, warehousing, analysis and reporting of surveillance data. Specific job tasks include writing, adapting and debugging SAS programs for statistical analysis, including spatial, temporal and space-time cluster analysis, time-trend analysis, and automated outbreak detection algorithms. Representing the agency in its interactions with key data providers and within the Metropolitan Regional Workgroup. Contributing to planning and implementation of agency emergency response activities in the event that data analyses detect an aberrant signal that may represent a potential disease outbreak. Providing data collection and analysis support for disease outbreak investigations conducted by the Bureau of Communicable Disease. Writing summary reports and research papers describing surveillance methodologies and results, including formal evaluations of the utility of these systems. Participating in conferences, meetings, and seminars to present the results of research on and evaluation of these innovative surveillance systems. Serve in the daily rotation for standard syndromic surveillance analyses and the weekly rotation to serve as consultant research scientist for outbreaks investigations

Qualifications: The qualified candidate must possess:
1. A doctorate degree from an accredited college or university with specialization in an appropriate field of physical, biological, environmental or social science and one year of full-time experience in a responsible supervisory, administrative or research capacity in the appropriate field of specialization; or

2. A master's degree from an accredited college or university with specialization in an appropriate field of physical, biological, environmental or social science and three years of responsible full-time experience in the appropriate field of specialization, including one year of full- time experience in a responsible supervisory, administrative or research capacity in the appropriate field of specialization; or

3. Education and/or experience which is equivalent to '1' or '2' above. However, all candidates must have a master's degree in an appropriate field of specialization and one year of full-time experience in a responsible supervisory, administrative, or research capacity as described in '2' above.

A doctorate or medical degree from an accredited college or university and one (1) to three (3) years of experience in public health epidemiology are preferred. Expertise in the use of SAS is a plus. Experience in the design, management and analysis of public health databases is desirable and knowledge of infectious disease epidemiology are preferred. Experience in outbreak investigation and public health emergency response is desired.

NOTE: IF YOU WERE EDUCATED IN A FOREIGN SCHOOL, YOU MUST SUBMIT A FOREIGN DEGREE EVALUATION WITH YOUR RESUME.

NOTE: NEW YORK CITY RESIDENCY IS REQUIRED.

To apply for this position, visit www.mhra.org. Search for NYC Dept. of Health – Research Scientist - 0329. We accept online applications only.

NYC DOHMH is an EOE


Organization Description: Public Health Solutions (formerly known as MHRA)is a non-profit organization that works with the NYC Dept. of Health and Mental Hygiene to staff their Emergency Preparedness unit.

Closing Date: 5/27/2008
Desired Starting Date:

Contact Name: Yolanda Gaines,
Contact Location:
New York NY
Contact Phone:
Contact Fax:
Contact Email:
Web Address: http://www.mhra.org
How to Apply: To apply for this position, visit www.mhra.org. Search for NYC Dept. of Health – Research Scientist - 0329. We accept online applications only.

NCI/NIH: IMMUNOEPIDEMIOLOGIST, TENURE TRACK/TENURED, Infections and Immunoepidemiology Branch, Division of Cancer Epidemiology and Genetics

IMMUNOEPIDEMIOLOGIST, TENURE TRACK/TENURED
Job Code: 0000051426 POSTED: Mar 27

Salary: Open Location: Maryland
Employer: National Institutes of Health
Position Type: Physician
Specialty: Infectious Disease


Description
Investigator Position. The new Infections and Immunoepidemiology Branch (http://www.dceg.cancer.gov/iib) in the Division of Cancer Epidemiology and Genetics (DCEG), National Cancer Institute (NCI), National Institutes of Health (NIH), Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS), is recruiting for a tenure-track/tenured epidemiologist with experience and interest in the study of immunology and cancer. Research at the IIB focuses on understanding the causes and mechanisms involved in the development of tumors linked to infectious agents and in understanding the mechanisms underlying successful immune responses as they relate to cancer risk and to successful responses to vaccination. Both infectious and host immunological factors are considered in the context of human epidemiological studies. Studies undertaken by the group are often large, international, and include rich biological specimen components to permit in-depth evaluation of biological processes, including immunological and inflammatory mechanisms, involved in tumor development and vaccination responses using state-of-the-art techniques. The Branch has an active set of studies aimed at evaluating the role of numerous infectious agents (including EBV, HIV, HPV, HTLV-1, and KHSV) and tumor sites (including cervical cancer, gastric cancer, Hodgkin and non-Hodgkin lymphomas, lung cancer, nasopharyngeal carcinoma, and oral/oropharyngeal cancers). The Branch also houses the 7,500-woman community-based vaccine trial in Costa Rica designed to evaluate the efficacy and impact of a new HPV-16/18 virus-like particle vaccine, and an HPV immunology laboratory that complements field activities and allows interactive evaluation of hypotheses of immunological importance within our studies. The successful candidate will receive research support from the intramural research program of NIH for conducting innovative studies aimed at elucidating inflammatory and immunological mechanisms of HPV-related or other cancers and/or vaccine responses. Applicants must have an MD and/or PhD in epidemiology or a related field, and considerable post-doctoral experience in cancer epidemiology, molecular epidemiology, and/or tumor or vaccine immunology. A record of peer-reviewed publications in one of these fields is required. A demonstrated ability to lead complex epidemiologic investigations is highly desirable. The successful candidate should have strong analytical skills, a good understanding of biological/immunological processes, and a demonstrated ability to collaborate across disciplines. Strong oral and written communication skills are an important requirement.Applications will be evaluated on their ability to develop a creative, independent program of epidemiological research applicable to understanding immune determinants of successful vaccination against cancer causing infections and/or immunological determinants of HPV-related or other cancers; and to collaborate effectively in a multidisciplinary setting.

Interested individuals should send a cover letter, curriculum vitae, a brief summary of research experience, accomplishments, and research interests and goals, copies of three publications or preprints, and three letters of reference to: Ms. Judy Schwadron, Division of Cancer Epidemiology and Genetics, National Cancer Institute, 6120 Executive Boulevard, EPS/8073, Bethesda, MD 20892. Candidates should submit applications by May 30, 2008; however, the search will continue until a qualified candidate is found. Additional information about staff and ongoing research in the Division of Cancer Epidemiology and Genetics and in the Infections and Immunoepidemiology Branch is available at: http://www.dceg.cancer.gov. Prospective applicants should send e-mail inquiries to: Allan Hildesheim, PhD, Branch Chief (hildesha@exchange.nih.gov). This position is subject to a background investigation. DHHS and NIH are Equal Opportunity Employers. The NIH is dedicated to building a diverse community in its training and employment programs.

Chapel Hill, NC: Assistant/Associate Professor, Health Behavior and Health Education, 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

Denver, CO: Senior Researchers, Research Associates, OMNI Institute

HIRING IMMEDIATELY

Multiple Research Positions

Posted April 2, 2008 (Open until filled)


Due to continued growth, OMNI is looking for multiple people to join our staff and contribute to our efforts to improve social conditions through social science research. We currently have four full-time positions open. Benefits include comprehensive healthcare coverage, eligibility to participate in a 401(k) plan, and a dynamic and progressive working environment.


Positions available

Senior Researchers

1. Two people are needed to independently design and manage large-scale, highly visible, multi-year research and evaluation projects. The starting salary of a Senior Researcher is $58,000.

These positions require a Ph.D. in a social science related field, as well as advanced and specialized evaluation and research skills and experience.
Both positions require experience independently managing clients, developing business, and managing large project teams, as well as experience supervising multiple staff.
Senior Researchers monitor research quality across multi-year project phases, including startup, data collection, analysis and reporting. This includes monitoring and addressing ethical, methodological, and analytic issues encountered on projects.
Technical understanding of research methods and analytic techniques is required.
For one position, a technical understanding of epidemiological research methods and analytic techniques is preferred.
For the other position, a technical understanding of research methods and analytic techniques related to criminal justice is preferred.


Researcher

A Researcher is needed to assist with evaluation efforts related to community health, and independently lead small and medium sized evaluation projects. The starting salary of a Researcher is $44,000.
A minimum of a BA/BS in a social sciences related field and 5 years experience in research is required. Completion of a Master’s degree is preferred.
A working background in the areas of race and ethnicity is preferred.
Proficiency in Spanish is strongly preferred.
Researchers provide oversight of work performed by research assistants, data managers and data entry specialists.
Researchers also develop scopes of work for small and medium-sized projects including budgets, deliverables and deadlines, and communicate with clients about project status and budget.
§ Applicants should have experience managing projects and/or people, as well as strong analytic and writing skills.



Research Associates

Two Research Associates are needed to assist project managers across a variety of research-related tasks. The starting salary of a Research Associate is $34,000.
One Research Associate is needed for assistance with several Denver-based evaluation projects focused on criminal justice related efforts.
The other Research Associate position will work on a variety of projects in the area of substance abuse prevention and treatment.
A minimum of a BA/BS in a social science field plus two years of experience in social science research is required. Work towards a master’s or completed master’s degree is preferred.
Research Associates focus on a range of activities including assisting with collecting and interpreting data, summarizing research/evaluation findings, and providing training/technical assistance to clients and service providers.
Research Associates may also be required to oversee data cleaning processes, and mentor others in developing evaluation-related skills.
Applicants must have experience with creating datasets, conducting descriptive analyses and basic inferential analyses such as t-tests, and various data collection methods.
Applicants must also have the ability to provide evaluation-related technical assistance to service providers, the ability to adapt interventions to meet the needs of different communities and learning styles, and be able to demonstrate a keen understanding of the challenges of implementing research in community settings.


Interested persons should send a cover letter, a resume outlining qualifications, and 3 references to:

303-839-9420 – Attn: Human Resources (fax) or jobs@omni.org (email).

OMNI Institute

Attn: Human Resources

899 Logan St., Suite 600

Denver, CO 80203-3156

New Mexico: Medical or Advanced Epidemiologist, New Mexico Department of Health

Medical or Advanced Epidemiology Job Opportunity with New Mexico Department of Health

New Mexico Department of Health (NMDOH), Epidemiology and Response Division (ERD), Infectious Disease Epidemiology Bureau (IDEB) is recruiting for a full-time medical or advanced epidemiologist to serve as Active Bacterial Core surveillance (ABCs) Principal Investigator (PI) for the New Mexico Emerging Infections Program (NM EIP)-member of the national EIP Network-and to work with the core infectious disease surveillance and response team within ERD. 50% of duties will be as ABCs PI and 50% as medical epidemiologist with core infectious disease surveillance and response duties.

ABCs PI duties will include: a) supervise two EIP-related positions housed at NMDOH; b) collaborate with Foodborne Diseases Active Surveillance Network (FoodNet) PI (employed at University of New Mexico [UNM]), including shared responsibilities of overseeing ABCs and FoodNet ‘surveillance officers’ (employed at UNM); c) participate in Respiratory Disease Activity program of EIP; d) participate in national EIP network activities with focus on ABCs.

Job duties with core infectious disease surveillance and response programs will include: a) provide consultation to the Infectious Disease Epidemiology Program staff (nurses, mid-level medical providers and epidemiologists) on surveillance, case/outbreak investigations, program projects and research; b) assure the integration of EIP with the other NMDOH infectious disease surveillance systems; c) oversee and publish analytic epidemiology studies and projects; c) respond to public inquiries; d) provide after-hours ‘on-call’ duties (compensated), if MD.

Desirable training and experience would include: a) public health academic training (e.g. MD, DrPH, PhD); b) public health practice experience; c) Epidemic Intelligence Service (EIS) training; d) experience and/or ability to perform analytic epidemiologic analyses and/or studies; e) clinical experience; d) knowledge of State public health systems; e) ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing.

Salary is competitive. Please contact Joan Baumbach, MD, MPH, Infectious Disease Epidemiology Bureau Chief at: 505-827-0011 or joan.baumbach@state.nm.us for additional information.

Washington: Research Professor of Global Health, University of Washington

Position: Research Professor of Global Health
Salary: Unspecified
Institution: University of Washington
Location: Washington
Date: 3/31/2008

Health/Research: Research Professor of Global Health, University of Washington. The Institute for Health Metrics and Evaluation and the Department of Global Health at the University of Washington are recruiting for a non-tenured-track position at the level of Research Professor. The successful applicant(s) will have an MD or a Ph.D. in epidemiology, biostatistics, or health informatics. Successful applicant(s) will have a proven record in research on national health information systems, burden of disease, and measurement of service delivery and also have substantial international experience. The individual will create methods and approaches that will facilitate improved health information systems in developing countries. The successful applicant(s) would also take on an important leadership role in mentoring pre-doctoral and post-doctoral fellows working in the field of health metrics and burden of disease. The successful applicant(s) is expected to establish an independent research program with extramural support. All University of Washington faculty engage in teaching, research, and service. Salary depends on experience, excellent benefits.

Applicants should forward their curriculum vitae, a brief statement outlining their research interests and at least 4 letters of reference to: Christopher J.L. Murray, MD, D.Phil., Institute Director, Institute for Health Metrics and Evaluation, University of Washington, 2301 5th Avenue, Suite 600, Seattle, Washington 98121. This position closes on April 24, 2008. All materials must be received by May 1, 2008. Position is anticipated to begin the summer of 2008. The University of Washington is an affirmative action, equal opportunity employer. We are dedicated to the goal of building a culturally diverse and pluralistic faculty and staff committed to teaching and working in a multicultural environment and strongly encourage applications from women, minorities, individuals with disabilities and covered veterans. The University of Washington, a recipient of the 2006 Alfred P. Sloan award for Faculty Career Flexibility, is committed to supporting the work-life balance of its faculty.

Tennessee: Assistant Professor of Public Health, Meharry Medical College

Position: Assistant Professor of Public Health
Salary: Unspecified
Institution: Meharry Medical College
Location: Tennessee
Date: 3/31/2008

Public Health: The MSPH program at Meharry Medical College is seeking faculty at the Assistant Professor level to teach one or more public health course as: biostatistics, environmental health, epidemiology, health behavior. The selected candidate must have an earned doctorate degree (Ph.D., DrPH, DPA or equivalent) in a public health related discipline from an accredited institution. Candidate must address the needs of a student population of great diversity--in age, cultural background, ethnicity, primary language and academic preparation through course materials, teaching strategies and advisement.

For full consideration, send a letter of application, vita, statement of teaching interests/philosophy, research plans and contact information for at least four references to: Dr. William Washington, Chair, Search Committee, MSPH Program, School of Graduate Studies and Research, Meharry Medical College, 1005 Dr. DB Todd Jr. Bolevard Nashville, Tennessee 37208.