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.