Austin, Texas: Epidemiologist I, HIV/STD Epidemiology and Surveillance Branch, Texas Dept of State Health Services

Job Title: Epidemiologist I
Job Number:
Organization: Texas Dept of State Health Services
Posted: 8/22/2008
Type: Full-Time
Classification: Epidemiology
Industry: State Government
Number of Openings: 1
Location: Austin, TX USA
Compensation: $43,200 - $49,200

Position Description: Under the direction of the Epidemiology and Surveillance Group Manager/HIV Surveillance Coordinator, performs advanced level epidemiological work within the HIV/STD Epidemiology and Surveillance Branch. Performs statistical analyses using advanced statistical software, interprets results, and writes articles, reports and sections of grant proposals related to HIV/AIDS epidemiology. Uses SAS, Access, HARS, STD*MIS and various other software applications to analyze data. Monitors the quality of the HARS database and contributes to epidemiologic reports disseminated to the Unit and DSHS staff, the public, and the public health and medical communities.

Essential Job Functions: EJF 1: Monitors the quality of the data HARS data. Conducts analyses using advanced statistical software to evaluate the quality of the HARS data at the DSHS Central Office and each of the HARS sites on a monthly basis. Responsible for designing analysis plans and interpreting data. Produces reports used by the Central Office and the HARS sites to resolve data quality issues and to reconcile duplicates in the HARS database. Works with the CDC to correct data errors in the HARS database. Particpates in site reviews of HIV reporting entities to assess performance of the site.(40%) EJF 2: Creates HIV/STD epidemiologic reports, and writes HIV/AIDS epidemiologic sections of DSHS-published quarterly and annual reports, special reports, and newsletters. Interprets results of epidemiologic and statistical analyses. Proposes topics for manuscripts for peer-reviewed journals and collaborates with other staff to write manuscripts. Presents HIV/STD-related epidemiologic findings at conferences, special meetings, and scientific society and group meetings. (20%) EFJ 3: Utilizes appropriate epidemiologic and statistical methods in data analysis using SAS, HARS, PRODAS, STD*MIS, Access and various other databases, graphics, mapping, spreadsheet, and word processing applications. Develops databases as needed for data collection used for special projects and auxilliary needs beyond the HARS surveillance system. Designs, oversees and participates in the production of summay data for epidemiologic and statistical updates of HIV/STD-related data intended for public release. (20%) EFJ 4: Applies epidemiology principles and methods to provide the epidemiologic component of multiple grant proposals and progress reports. For progress reports, conducts analyses to describe how HIV/AIDS surveillance objectives have been met. (10%) EFJ 5: Contributes to the development of training materials for training HARS field staff. (5%) EFJ 6: Other HIV/AIDS/STD epidemiologic duties as assigned (5%)

Qualifications: Three years of experience in a public health agency; a year of public health education may substitute for a year of experience. MPH preferred: Masters level degree may be acceptable in behavioral science, anthropology, statistics or health research field Experience with SAS, Microsoft Access and Excel.

Knowledge Skills Abilities: Knowledge of epidemiology principles and methods and related biostatistics, principles of surveillance data evaluation, research methods and design, and principles of descriptive and analytical statistics. Strong verbal and written communication skills, and knowledge of scientific, technical, and grant writing. Position requires knowledge of the principles of disease surveillance and infectious diseases. Possess the ability to give presentations to professional and lay groups. Knowledge of methods to secure data and maintain confidentiality. Proficiency in Microsoft Office Programs, including Word, Excel and Access for data management and analysis, Powerpoint for graphic presentations, and SAS for data analysis. Ability to work independently and possess strong interpersonal skills. Effective communicator with strong time management and organizational skills.

Organization Description:

Closing Date: 9/20/2008

Desired Starting Date:

Contact Name: Tammy Sajak,
Web Address: https://rm.accesshr.hhsc.state.tx.us/ENG/CareerPortal/Job_Profile.cfm?szOrderID=89517

How to Apply: For application instructions see the official posting at the website above.

Additional Information: This will be a perpetual posting until the position is filled.

Web Site Delete Date: 9/21/2008

Tennessee: Physician Epidemiologist Tenure-Track Position, Department of Preventive Medicine, University of Tennessee Health Science Center

Physician Epidemiologist - Tenure Track

Source: JAMACareerNet.com

Organization: University of Tennessee Dept of Preventative Med

Location: TN United States

Last Updated: 8/29/2008

Work Type: Permanent, Employee

Job Status: Full Time

Job Description

Physician Epidemiologist Tenure-Track Position The Department of Preventive Medicine at the University of Tennessee Health Science Center is seeking a physician epidemiologist for a full-time tenure-track position. This position will provide an excellent opportunity to continue or develop a clinical research program and to teach in the epidemiology degree program. Requirements for the position include an MD degree, with a license to practice medicine in the US, preferably with training in Preventive Medicine or training in a primary care specialty such as Internal Medicine with an MPH. Rank will be commensurate with training and experience.

Interested applicants should submit a curriculum vitae, a cover letter, and names and addresses of three references to: Karen Johnson, MD, MPH University of Tennessee Health Science Center Department of Preventive Medicine 66 N. Pauline, Ste 633 Memphis, TN 38163 Phone: 901-448-5900 kjohnson@utmem.edu The University of Tennessee is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.

Columbia, South Carolina: Associate Professor, Preventive Medicine (cancer prevention), University of South Carolina School of Medicine

Associate Professor
Job Code: 257928 POSTED: Aug 29

Salary: Open Location: Columbia, South Carolina
Employer: UNIVERSITY OF SOUTH CAROLINA -SCHOOL OF MEDICINE

Type: Full Time - Experienced
Discipline: Academic/Research Specialty: Epidemiology, Other


Description
SCHOOL OF MEDICINE
UNIVERSITY OF SOUTH CAROLINA
The Department of Family and Preventive Medicine at the University of South Carolina School of Medicine seeks physician applicants for a tenure track faculty position at the Associate Professor level in Preventive Medicine with experience in evidence based medicine related to cancer prevention. Responsibilities involve conducting cancer research including epidemiology, meta-analyses, and other evidence-based methods, in addition to teaching medical students and residents using both didactic and clinical approaches. Responsibilities also include teaching and mentoring graduate students in cancer prevention in the School of Public Health, College of Pharmacy and School of Medicine as well as working collaboratively with the USC Cancer Prevention and Control Program. You would be joining a progressive and collegial department with a mission of service, clinical and educational innovation and quality improvement. The department includes 25 diverse faculty members, a 30-resident family medicine training program, a preventive medicine residency and a growing research division. Qualified MD or DO applicants will be American Board of Preventive Medicine certified / eligible and eligible for South Carolina licensure and malpractice insurance. Candidate may be hired by January 2009.

Interested applicants should submit a letter of interest & CV to: Suzanne McDermott, Ph.D., Director of Research, Family & Preventive Medicine, 3209 Colonial Drive, Columbia, S.C. 29203 Ph: 803-434-2445 E-mail: suzanne.mcdermott@palmettohealth.orgWomen and minorities are encouraged to apply. The University of South Carolina is an EOE/AA employer.

Maine: Research Associate I: Epidemiology, University of Southern Maine

Job Title: Research Associate I: Epidemiology #8514
Job Number:
Organization: University of Southern Maine
Posted: 8/28/2008
Type: Full-Time
Classification: Epidemiology
Industry: Education
Number of Openings: 1
Location: Augusta, ME USA
Compensation:


Position Description: RESEARCH ASSOCIATE I: EPIDEMIOLOGY #8514 Department of Applied Medical Sciences Located at 244 Water Street, Augusta, Maine
The Research Associate I will join a team of University of Southern Maine (USM) epidemiologists dedicated to building epidemiology capacity at USM and the Maine CDC (the state’s health department). This position will specifically focus on Maternal and Child Health Epidemiology, with the possibility of working with other team members in the area of Chronic Disease. Working with other team members, the Research Associate I will provide surveillance and epidemiologic analysis support to multiple programs at the Maine CDC. Qualifications: Masters Degree in Epidemiology or related field, preferably from an accredited school of public health, and a minimum of 2 years related work experience. Statistical and programming skills, in SAS or similar software, are required. The ideal candidate will additionally be a creative team player with strong analytic, writing, and verbal communication skills, attention to detail, and an interest in applied public health. The university has an institution-wide commitment to inclusion, diversity, multiculturalism and community.

Email or send cover letter and resume to Erika Lichter at erika.lichter@maine.gov or Erika Lichter, Epidemiology-Division of Family Health, Maine CDC/DHHS, 244 Water St., 11 State House Station, Augusta, ME 04333. Interviewees will be expected to provide contact information for three references. Review of materials will begin September 10, 2008.


Qualifications:

Organization Description:

Closing Date: 9/27/2008
Desired Starting Date:

Contact Name: Erika Lichter, Epidemiology-Divison of Family Health
Contact Location: Maine CDC/DHHS, 244 Water Street
11 State House Station
Augusta ME 04333
Contact Phone:
Contact Fax:
Contact Email: erika.lichter@maine.gov
Web Address: http://
How to Apply:

Additional Information:

Web Site Delete Date: 9/27/2008

Cleveland, Ohio: Junior Faculty Position (genetic epidemiology and cancer), Case Western Reserve University School of Medicine

Junior Faculty Position
Institution: Case Western Reserve University
Location: Cleveland, OH
Category: Faculty - Medicine - Other Medicine

Posted: 08/29/2008
Application Due: Open Until Filled
Type: Full Time

The Department of Family Medicine Research Division at Case Western Reserve University seeks to fill a junior faculty position in the area of epidemiology, with a focus on genetic epidemiology and cancer. The ideal candidate will complement our faculty’s research in the genetics of colon and breast cancer. PhD and/or MD or equivalent required, with at least two years of additional research experience strongly preferred. Applicant must have a strong publication record as well as expertise in genetic epidemiology methods. Successful candidates will be expected to begin a strong independent extramurally funded research program.

Application Information
Postal Address: Dr. Susan Flocke
Family Medicine
Case Western Reserve University
10900 Euclid
Cleveland, OH 44106
Phone: 216-368-2758
Fax: 216-368-4348
Email Address: saf6@case.edu

Oklahoma: Assistant Professor Health Promotion, Oklahoma State University

Position: Assistant Professor Health Promotion
Institution: Oklahoma State University
Location: Oklahoma
Date posted: 8/28/2008
Application deadline: 11/15/2008

Health: Oklahoma State University. Faculty position: Health Promotion. Assistant Professor, beginning August 2009. This is a full-time, tenure-track position with a nine-month academic year appointment based on the Stillwater campus. Qualifications include an earned Doctorate in Health Education, Health Promotion, Public Health, Community Health or related area; ability to teach in a higher education setting; evidence of research or other scholarly activity; and evidence of involvement in professional service. Preference will be given to applicants with demonstrated research agenda; work experience in a community, worksite, medical health, or school health setting; demonstrated ability to seek external funds, ability to work cooperatively with faculty and staff in diverse academic programs, and demonstrated interpersonal and communication skills which promote collegiality and collaboration. Responsibilities: teach undergraduate and graduate courses in Health Promotion: undergraduate course load may include but is not limited to: Gerontology, Health and Human Sexuality, Health Promotion Program Design, Epidemiology, Drug and Alcohol Education, and School Health Programs. Graduate course load may include, but is not limited to: Health Promotion Program Implementation and Evaluation, Health Behavior Theory and Cultural issues in Health. Successful candidates will conduct a program of research and publication in the area of health promotion; guide graduate research in areas of expertise; seek external grants and contracts; provide service in the School, College, University and Community; and participate actively in professional organizations. Some teaching on the OSU-Tulsa campus may be assigned. Other duties may be assigned by the School Head. Salary is competitive, and commensurate with experience and background.

Application process: screening of applications begins November 15, 2008 and will continue until the position is filled. Applicants should provide a letter of interest, (including statement of teaching philosophy), curriculum vitae, a sample of published writings, official transcript(s) verifying academic preparation, and the contact information of three references to: Health Promotion Search Committee, c/o Ms.Marta Kochenower, School of Applied Health and Educational Psychology, 434 Willard Hall, Stillwater, Oklahoma 74078. For more information about Oklahoma State University, you may wish to view OSU's Web site at http://www.okstate.edu. As an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer, Oklahoma State University recognizes the power of a diverse community and encourages applications from individuals with varied experiences, perspectives and backgrounds. Oklahoma State University employs only U.S. citizens and lawfully authorized non-U.S. Citizens. OSU participates in E-Verify to verify employment eligibility of all employees pursuant to the Oklahoma Taxpayer and Citizen Protection Act.


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Contact Information:


Phone : (405) 744 6779
Ms. Marta Kochenower, HP Search
Applied Health and Educational Psych
Oklahoma State University
434 Willard Hall
Stillwater, OK 74078

Maryland: Chairperson, Department of Preventive Medicine and Biometrics, Uniformed Services University of the Health Sciences

Position: Chairperson, Department of Preventive Medicine and Biometrics
Salary: $180,000 to less than $190,000
Institution: Uniformed Services University of the Health Sciences
Location: Maryland
Date posted: 8/28/2008

UNIFORMED SERVICES UNIVERSITY

CHAIR
Department of Preventive Medicine and Biometrics

The Uniformed Services University of the Health Sciences is seeking a Chair for the Department of Preventive Medicine and Biometrics. The Chair is responsible for integrating the study, advancement, and application of preventive medicine and its subspecialties in the medical school. The incumbent is the chief executive of the department and is responsible for department program administration; including financial management, and evaluations of faculty, staff, and students to ensure program quality. The department is also responsible for the conduct of basic and clinical scientific research, research in education, and the professional exchange of findings by publications and presentations in appropriate forums.
We invite qualified and interested uniformed/civilian individuals to apply for this position. We will consider applications from individuals who hold an M.D. or equivalent degree; Ph.D. in Epidemiology or related public health disciplines or; DVM; substantial experience in medical school and GME education, educational administration, personnel management and supervision, research and development; expertise and experience as reflected by a significant number of scientific publications in critically reviewed scientific journals appropriate to his/her research area; and must possess active membership in scholarly societies appropriate to the Department of Preventive Medicine and Biometrics. State medical licensure and American Board Specialty certification are required; board certification in General Preventive Medicine, Occupation and Environmental Health or Aerospace Medicine are preferred. They must be academically qualified for faculty appointment at the Professor or Associate Professor level and must have significant clinical or basic science research experience.

Applicants should submit a vision statement for the Department of Preventive Medicine and Biometrics, a curriculum vitae, bibliography, a description of research interests, teaching and administrative experience, and the names of six references to: Chair, Search Committee for the Chair, Department of Preventive Medicine and Biometrics, Office of the Dean, F. Edward Hébert School of Medicine, Uniformed Services University of the Health Sciences, 4301 Jones Bridge Road, Bethesda, MD 20814-4799. The application process will remain open until the position is filled.

USU is an Equal Opportunity employer.

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Contact Information:


Chair, PMB Search Committee
Dean's Office, Hebert School of Medicine
4301 Jones Bridge Road
Bethesda, MD 20814-4799

Miami, FL: Hospital Epidemiologist / Infectious Diseases Specialist, University of Miami Miller School of Medicine

MILLER SCHOOL OF MEDICINE
Job Code: 0000054849 POSTED: Aug 28

Salary: Open Location: Florida
Employer: University of Miami
Specialty: Infectious Disease

Description
University of Miami. Discover. Learn. Heal. Breakthrough medicine. The University of Miami Miller School of Medicine is rapidly becoming a leader in medical care and innovative research. Located in Miami, Florida, the school serves a major metropolitan area with a diverse and cosmopolitan population. We're creating the medical center of the future, and it will be like nothing you've ever seen before.

The division of Infectious Diseases is recruiting for the following positions:

Hospital Epidemiologist, at rank of Associate or Assistant Professor of Clinical Medicine Position 037426, General Infectious Diseases Specialist, at rank of Assistant Professor of Clinical Medicine, HIV Clinical Vaccine Trial Investigator, at the rank of Associate or Assistant Professor of Clinical Medicine. The incumbents must be either MD or DO and BE/BC in infectious diseases with experience appropriate to the respective positions. Applicants with research experience are preferred. The applicants should have or be eligible for Florida medical license.

Interested applicants should send a CV, a statement of research interests, and names of three references to: Gordon Dickinson, MD, Division Chief, Infectious Diseases, Department of Medicine (D90A), University of Miami Miller School of Medicine, PO Box 016960, Miami, FL 33101. E-mail: gdickins@med.miami.edu. Applications from women and people from diverse racial, ethnic, and cultural backgrounds are encouraged. Working at the University of Miami Miller School of Medicine means exploring a new world of research and discovery. It means being part of medical history in the making, and knowing you had something to do with changing the world forever.

An Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. www.careers.med.miami.edu

Dayton, Ohio: Assistant/Associate Professor, Public Health & Epidemiology, Wright State University, Boonshoft School of Medicine

Date Posted: Aug. 27th, 2008

Job Title: Assistant /Associate Professor
Department: Community Health Dept.
Institution: Wright State University
Dayton, OH

Application Deadline: Open until filled
Position Start Date: Available Immediately

Job Categories: Assistant Professor
Associate Professor


Academic Field(s): Public Health & Epidemiology
Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation
Medical Informatics & Clinical Epidemiology
Genetics, Genomics & Molecular Biology
Biochemistry & Cellular Biology
Anatomy


Job Website: http://www.wright.edu/admin/humres/employment/08y175asstassoprof.html

Apply By E-mail: faye.kesner@wright.edu

Job Description:

The Lifespan Health Research Center (LHRC) at Wright State University’s Boonshoft School of Medicine is seeking a qualified individual for the position of Assistant or Associate Professor, depending upon qualifications.

This is a full-time research position.

The successful candidate will have research interests and training that complement and/or augment those of the current faculty (e.g., epidemiology, genetic epidemiology, human biology, anatomy, physical anthropology, exercise science, biostatistics or a related field).

The LHRC conducts large, primarily family- and community-based studies of complex disease risks. These include cardiovascular disease, hypertension, obesity, type II diabetes, osteoporosis, and osteoarthritis. In particular, much of the research conducted at the LHRC is on early precursors of adult onset diseases using data from the Fels Longitudinal Study.

Education and Experience: The successful candidate will have a terminal degree in their field (e.g., Ph.D., M.D., etc.), and at least one year of postdoctoral training.

For a position at the Assistant Professor level, the successful candidate must have a beginning record of publication demonstrating excellence in research, and a record of grant funding commensurate with their career stage (e.g., pre- and/or postdoctoral research funding, young investigator award, etc.).

For a position at the Associate Professor level, the successful candidate must have an established record of publication demonstrating excellence in research, and a record of grant funding commensurate with their career stage (e.g., NIH R01 award). Also, they must currently be ranked as an Associate Professor, or currently have at least four years of experience as an Assistant Professor.

To apply, please send curriculum vitae, statement of research interests, two representative reprints of publications, and names of at least three references to:

Faculty Search Committee
Lifespan Health Research Center
Wright State University
Boonshoft School of Medicine
3171 Research Blvd.
Kettering, OH 45420

Closing date: September 8, 2008 for first consideration; open until filled.

http://www.wright.edu/admin/humres/employment/08y175asstassoprof.html



EEO / AA Policy:

Wright State University is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer.


Contact Information
(send resume to if no instructions are given above)
Please reference AcademicKeys.com in your cover letter when
applying for or inquiring about this job announcement.


Contact: Faculty Search Committee
Community Health Dept.
Lifespan Health Research Center
Wright State University
3171 Research Blvd.
Dayton, OH 45420

Fax Number: 937-775-1456
E-mail: faye.kesner@wright.edu

Connecticut: Tenure Track Associate/Full Professor, Infectious Disease Epidemiology, Epidemiology of Microbial Diseases, Yale School of Public Health

YALE SCHOOL OF PUBLIC HEALTH
Job Code: 0000054374 POSTED: Aug 28

Salary: Open
Location: Connecticut
Employer: Yale School of Public Health
Position Type: Physician
Specialty: Infectious Disease


Description
Yale University School of Medicine, Tenure Track Associate or Full Professor to Develop Programs in Infectious Disease Epidemiology. Yale School of Public Health is currently seeking to hire a tenure track Associate or Full Professor with an active, well funded research program in infectious disease epidemiology. The successful faculty member will also play a leadership role in the Epidemiology of Microbial Diseases Division of the School of Public Health and be expected to lead and integrate multidisciplinary research programs that bridge laboratory and field research efforts, as well as act as a liaison with other faculty in the Yale School of Medicine. The Division serves local, national, and international communities through its interdisciplinary research and teaching on the causes, distribution, transmission, frequency of, and control and resistance to infections caused by viruses, parasites, and bacteria at the molecular, cellular, organism, ecosystem, individual and population levels. The successful candidate should have a doctoral level research degree with advanced training in infectious diseases; an active record in research and training; an extensive body of influential publications; a history of service to international/national-level committees, professional organizations, and scholarly journals; a reputation for mentoring successful academic careers; and an established international research reputation in his/her chosen discipline. The school is particularly interested in candidates with active research in resource poor nations.

Applications, nominations, and inquiries are all invited. Review of applications will commence on November 1, 2008 until a successful candidate is identified. For full consideration, applicants should submit a letter of interest, a complete curriculum vitae, and copies of recent publications in confidence to: EMD Search Committee Chair, Yale School of Public Health, Yale University School of Medicine, PO Box 208034, New Haven, CT 06520-8034.

Yale University is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity employer. Men and women of diverse racial/ethnic backgrounds and cultures are encouraged to apply.

Georgia: 6 Faculty Positions (Epidemiology, Biostatistics, Environmental, Health Policy, Education, Behavioral), Georgia Southern University

6 New Tenure Track Positions
Job Code: 56646; 56647; 56643; 56644; 56642 POSTED: Aug 27

Salary: Open
Location: Statesboro, Georgia
Employer: Jiann-Ping Hsu College of Public Health - Georgia Southern University
Type: Full Time - Experienced
Categories: academic / research, academics
Required Education: Doctorate

Description

Biostatistics (1 Position – Karl E. Peace Endowed Chair)

Community Health Education/Social Behavioral Sciences (1 Position)

Environmental Health Sciences(1 Position)

Epidemiology (1 Position)

Health Policy and Management (2 Positions)

Screening of applications begins October 20, 2008, and continues until the tenure track positions are filled. The position starting dates are August 1, 2009. A complete application consists of a letter addressing the required and preferred qualifications; a curriculum vitae; and the names, addresses, telephone numbers, and email addresses of at least 3 professional references. Other documentation may be requested. Finalists are required to submit to background investigation.

Request for position information, applications and nominations should be sent to: Laura Gunn, PhD, (Biostatistics Search Chair # 56646), Mondi Mason, PhD, (Community Health Education/Social Behavioral Sciences # 56647), Simone Charles, PhD., (Environmental Health Sciences Search Chair # 56643), Stuart Tedders, Ph.D. (Epidemiology Search Chair #56644), Renee Hotchkiss, Ph.D. (Health, Policy and Management Search Chair #56642),

Jiann-Ping Hsu College of Public Health, Georgia Southern University, P. O. Box 8015, Statesboro GA 30460-8015.

Electronic mail addresses: lgunn@georgiasouthern.edu; mondimason@georgiasouthern.edu; stedders@georgiasouthern.edu; scharles@georgiasouthern.edu; rhotchkiss@georgiasouthern.edu.

Phone number 912.478.2674

More information about the institution and full text advertisements are available through http://www.georgiasouthern.edu or http://jphcoph.georgiasouthern.edu. Georgia Southern University seeks individuals who are committed to excellence in teaching, scholarship, and professional service within the University and beyond. The names of applicants and nominees, vitae, and other non-evaluative information may be subject to public inspection under the Georgia Open Records Act. Georgia Southern University is an Affirmative Action, Equal Opportunity institution. Individuals who need reasonable accommodations under the ADA to participate in the search process should contact the Associate Provost.

NOTES: 6 openings


Requirements
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St. Lawrence County, New York: Public Health Director, St. Lawrence County Public Health Department

PUBLIC HEALTH DIRECTOR - ST. LAWRENCE COUNTY, New York

St. Lawrence County is seeking an experienced professional to lead its 140 person Public Health Department. The ideal candidate will possess knowledge of public health practice, outstanding leadership, communication, and administrative skills.

Duties include overall leadership of all Public Health activities within the St. Lawrence County Public Health Department. Programs include Maternal/Child Health, Home Health, Pre-Kindergarten, Early Intervention, Coroners, Preventive Health, Physically Handicapped Children, Communicable Disease, and others.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: A Master’s Degree in Public Health or a related field (health administration, public health, nursing, environmental health or community health education, etc.) and two years of administrative experience in a health related organization or government agency. Such experience should demonstrate that the candidate possesses the effective communication skills and knowledge necessary to administer public health programs including the ability to manage the work force and budget, the ability to establish and implement policy and business goals, and compliance with legal requirements.

NOTE: Appointment to the position of Public Health Director is subject to the approval of the New York State Commissioner of Health.

SALARY RANGE: Salary and excellent benefits package dependent upon experience.

A detailed job description and qualification statement for the position can be found at:
www.stlawco.org/Central_Services/SLCCSJobPostingsList.htm

Send a letter of interest and resume to Karen St. Hilaire, County Administrator,
48 Court Street, Canton, New York 13617.

Application Deadline: September 12, 2008 COB. AA/EOE.

Maryland: Epidemiologists (2 positions: Outbreak Investigation, and Immunization), Maryland Department of Health & Mental Hygiene

Epidemiologist

The Maryland Department of Health and Mental Hygiene (DHMH) is looking for Epidemiologists passionate about making a positive difference in the lives of people and communities in Maryland. Opportunities are available to work alongside public health professionals in the areas of communicable disease, emerging infections, and environmental health. Additional opportunities in other areas of specialization are potentially available.

Currently DHMH is seeking to immediately fill two Epidemiology positions. The first position, Epidemiologist I, located in the Division of Outbreak Investigation, will serve as a member of a team responsible for assisting local staff with outbreak investigations as well as taking the lead on investigating multi-jurisdictional outbreaks. The second position, Epidemiologist III, located in the Center for Immunization, is responsible for designing, monitoring and evaluating activities for the control of vaccine preventable diseases.

Qualifications:
Epidemiologist I: Possession of a Master degree in the field of Public Health from an accredited college or university with a minimum of three graduate courses in Epidemiology and one graduate course in Biostatistics.
Epidemiologist III: Possession of the above Masters degree in addition to three years of full-time epidemiology experience, subsequent to receipt of the degree. A Doctoral degree in the field of Public Health from an accredited university with a minimum of six graduate courses in Epidemiology and three graduate courses in Biostatistics will substitute for education and experience.

Additional Information:
State of Maryland positions have excellent benefit packages.
Information about Maryland communicable disease programs may be found on the DHMH Epidemiology and Disease Control Program website at www.edcp.org .

To apply for these and other positions, submit Maryland State Application form MS-100, at your earliest convenience to:

Mark Townend, Chief of Recruitment
Department of Health and Mental Hygiene
201 W. Preston Street, Room 114-B
Baltimore, MD 21201

The Maryland State Application form can be downloaded from www.dhmh.state.md.us/ohr .

Delaware: Dean, College Of Health Sciences, University of Delaware

Date Posted: Aug. 1st, 2008

Job Title: Dean, College Of Health Sciences
Department: College Of Health Sciences
Institution: University of Delaware
Newark, DE

Application Deadline: Open until filled
Position Start Date: Available immediately

Job Categories: Dean


Academic Field(s): Sport & Exercise Science
Physiology/Human Physiology
Physiology/Exercise Physiology
Physical Therapy/Rehabilitation
Physical Education & Kinesiology
Nursing - General
Nutrition and Dietetics
Medicine
Health Services/Research & Policy
Health Education & Promotion
Health Economics
Health Administration & Policy


Job Description:

One of the oldest institutions of higher education in this country, the University of Delaware today combines tradition and innovation, offering students a rich heritage along with the latest in instructional and research technology. The University of Delaware is a Land Grant, Sea-Grant, Urban-Grant and Space-Grant institution with its main campus in Newark, DE, located halfway between Washington, DC and New York City. Please visit our website at http://www.udel.edu.

The College of Health Sciences is home to a wide range of disciplines that support world-class accredited programs. Several of its programs are nationally ranked and two (Physical Therapy, and Biomechanics and Movement Science) are among the top ten programs in the country. Faculty in the college’s departments/school conduct federally sponsored research and the amount of extramural research funding has grown annually for the past decade. For more information about the college, please visit the college's web site at http://www.udel.edu/health.

The University of Delaware invites nominations and applications for the position of Dean of the College of Health Sciences. The Dean provides academic leadership for over 100 faculty in five departments/school (Health, Nutrition and Sports Studies, Kinesiology and Applied Physiology, Medical Technology, Nursing, and Physical Therapy) that enroll approximately 1700 undergraduate and 250 graduate students. Reporting directly to the Provost, the Dean occupies a key role in the life of the University and must function effectively as part of the central administrative team, including active participation in University development activities.

The successful candidate should possess strong interpersonal and communication skills with an outstanding academic record consistent with a senior faculty appointment. The Dean should have experience in recruiting and retaining faculty of excellence and be able to manage a complex academic enterprise in a collaborative manner. The Dean must provide vision for the college and foster both vigorous research programs and excellent undergraduate and graduate education across the breadth of disciplines within the college. An ability to develop innovative academic programs and to promote the college's interests with internal and external constituencies within the state and at the national/international level is important for the position. The Dean must be committed to interdisciplinary and multicultural education and have a record of promoting diversity. The successful candidate must possess an earned doctorate or equivalent degree in one of the disciplines or related fields in the College of Health Sciences.

Review of applications will begin on November 1, 2008 although nominations and applications will be accepted until the position is filled. The Dean will assume office on July 1, 2009. Nominations and expressions of interest will be held in confidence. Candidates should submit a letter of interest, a detailed resume, and the names, addresses, phone numbers, and e-mail addresses of four references to Dean Bobby Gempesaw, Chair, College of Health Sciences Search Committee, 303 Lerner Hall, University of Delaware, Newark, DE 19716 (chsdean@lerner.udel.edu). The curriculum vitae and all application materials shall be shared with departmental faculty.



EEO / AA Policy:

The UNIVERSITY OF DELAWARE is an Equal Opportunity Employer which encourages applications from Minority Group Members and Women.


Contact: Dean Bobby Gempesaw
College of Health Sciences
University of Delaware
Newark, DE 19716

E-mail: chsdean@lerner.udel.edu

Saskatchewan, Canada: Dean, College of Pharmacy and Nutrition, University of Saskatchewan

Date Posted: Aug. 11th, 2008

Job Title: Dean, College of Pharmacy and Nutrition
Department: Pharmacy And Nutrition Dept.
Department Website: http://www.usask.ca/pharmacy-nutrition
Institution: University of Saskatchewan
Saskatoon, SK
Canada

Application Deadline: Sep. 30th, 2008
Position Start Date: Available immediately

Job Categories: Dean


Academic Field(s): Nutrition and Dietetics
Pharmaceutical Sciences


Job Website: http://www.usask.ca/hrd/work/employment_opportunities_sradmin_mgrs.php

Apply By E-mail: june.vargo@usask.ca


Job Description:

We are seeking a Dean who exhibits commitment to bringing inspired leadership, vision, and strong strategic planning, organizational, administrative, and management skills to this exciting College to support and enhance the long-term growth and success of the College and University.

The preferred candidate is a team builder who is an open and supportive senior administrator with a strong appreciation for research, teaching, outreach and engagement in an academic environment.

A demonstrated ability to secure resources to support continued growth and excellence in teaching and research is essential, including experience in advancement. Along with a well grounded understanding of health professions, commitment to the integration of health sciences is key in our environment.

Effective communication, negotiating and relationship building skills are core competencies for the position.

Contact: Search Consultant
Human Resources Department
University of Saskatchewan
105 Administration Place
E140 Administration Building
Saskatoon, SK
Canada

E-mail: june.vargo@usask.ca

Arizona: Associate/full Professor, Public Health, Div for Health Promotion, University of Arizona, Mel and Enid Zuckerman College of Public Health

Director And Associate/full Professor, Public Health (tenured)
The Mel and Enid Zuckerman College of Public Health at the University of Arizona


Date Posted: Aug. 21st, 2008

Job Title: Director And Associate/full Professor, Public Health (tenured)
Department: Division of Health Promotion Sciences
Department Website: http://www.publichealth.arizona.edu
Institution: The Mel and Enid Zuckerman College of Public Health at the University of Arizona
Tucson, AZ

Application Deadline: Review to begin 10/1/08
Position Start Date: Available immediately

Job Categories: Associate Professor
Professor
Director/Manager


Academic Field(s): Public Health/Management/Administration
Health Services/Research & Policy
Health Education & Promotion
Health Administration & Policy
Health Sciences - General


Job Website: http://www.uacareertrack.com

Apply Online Here: http://www.uacareertrack.com

Job Description:


The Mel and Enid Zuckerman College of Public Health (MEZCOPH) at the University of Arizona (UA) invites applications for the Director of its Division for Health Promotion Sciences. Located in Tucson, Arizona, MEZCOPH is one of seventeen colleges of the University of Arizona, one of the nation's leading public universities. With 1,000,000 multicultural citizens, Tucson is a growing economic and recreational center that reflects the richness and diversity of the Southwest and U.S.-Mexico border regions.

The College offers tremendous opportunities with regards to educating future public health leaders with state of the art classrooms, research and community involvement thanks to a locale rich in history, research opportunities, and university academic resources. The College ranks among the top five in American Indian and Hispanic graduates and students enrolled among the accredited schools of public health, according to recent data from the Association of Schools of Public Health (ASPH). In addition, the University of Arizona is one of only 62 members in the Association of American Universities, a prestigious organization that recognizes universities who have developed exceptionally strong overall research and academic programs.

The Division of Health Promotion Sciences includes two divisions: (1) Family and Child Health and (2) Health Behavior and Health Promotion. The Division houses two maternal and child health training grants and has a major role in the College’s CDC supported Prevention Research Center. It offers an MPH degree in Family and Child Health with tracks in maternal and child health and one in international health. The Division also provides an MPH in Health Behavior and Health Promotion. It has a DrPH program in Maternal and Child Health and has plans to develop a doctoral program in the area of Health Behavior and Health Promotion. Academic leadership for the undergraduate program is lead by faculty in the Division. The research by the multidisciplinary faculty in the Division supports the College’s mission to promoting the health of individuals and communities with a special emphasis on diverse populations and the Southwest. Research programs range from bench science to translational research in health promotion and include: nutrition, physical activity, tobacco, alcohol, and substance abuse, women's health, child health, minority health, international health, eating disorders, gender based violence, cancer prevention, AIDS, health education, prevention science, program evaluation, quality of care improvement, patient empowerment, chronic disease self-management, and quality of life assessment.

The Division Director will provide oversight to the breadth of academic activities conducted in the Division. The Director will lead and manage the academic unit with regards to faculty development and resource allocation. This position will provide leadership to the College and University through participation on the Dean’s Council and other academic committees.
As a senior member of the faculty, the Division Director will also mentor and support faculty members, maintain a well-established research program funded by federal and private funding sources, work with communities to develop and conduct research, participate in curricular development for master’s and doctoral degree programs, and participate in the instructional programs in the division.

A complete listing of position duties and qualifications is available online at: http://www.uacareertrack.com (Job 41380). Interested applicants must submit an application electronically and follow instructions for attaching curriculum vitae, a statement of research interests and service/teaching philosophy, and contact information for at least three professional references.

Review of applications will begin October 1, 2008, and continue until the position is filled.


EEO / AA Policy:

The University of Arizona is an EEO/AA – M/W/D/V Employer.

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

Contact: Kathleen Crist, Search Committee Coordinator
Division of Health Promotion Sciences
The Mel and Enid Zuckerman College of Public Health at the University of Arizona
Tucson, AZ 85724

E-mail: kcrist@email.arizona.edu

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

Job Title: City Research Scientist I
Location: New York, NY
Project: Vital Statistics Bureau, NYC DOHMH

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.

Responsibilities:

• 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.

• 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 experience 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.
• 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.
• 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.

Closing date: October 26, 2008

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.

Boston, Massachusetts: Assistant Professor (Tenure-Track), Public Health and Virology, Simmons College

Assistant Professor (Tenure-Track)
Job Code: 060422 POSTED: Jul 16

Salary: Open
Location: Boston, Massachusetts
Employer: Simmons College
Type: Full Time - Experienced
Categories: academic / research, academics
Required Education: Doctorate

Description
Assistant Professor of Biology (Tenure-Track), Public Health and Virology – Biology / College of Arts and Sciences

Summary:

The Department of Biology seeks a tenure-track Assistant Professor to begin in the fall of 2009. The candidate is expected to teach and develop courses in Biology and the Public Health Program including general biology, microbiology, epidemiology, and virology as well as courses in her/his area of expertise. The candidate should be willing to teach courses for non-science majors including the honors HIV-AIDS course, and other interdisciplinary courses. The candidate is expected to involve undergraduates in her/his research.

To apply for this position, please go to our online employment site at: https://jobs.simmons.edu. Click on “Search Postings”, select the position title and follow the directions to apply online.

To go directly to this position posting, please click on: https://jobs.simmons.edu/applicants/Central?quickFind=50916 .

Simmons is committed to excellence in education and employment through diversity.

NOTES: US Residents Only. Commensurate with experience

Requirements:
Candidates must have a Ph.D. and expertise in public health and virology, post-doctoral experience, and a commitment to excellence in teaching.

Pennsylvania: Assistant or Associate Professor, Department of Biobehavioral Health, Pennsylvania State University

The Pennsylvania State University, College of Health and Human Development, seeks candidates whose research focuses on youth tobacco epidemiology and prevention for a tenure track position of Assistant or Associate Professor in the Department of Biobehavioral Health ( http://bbh.hhdev.psu.edu/).

Candidates should have a record of scholarly research and will be expected to establish a record of externally-funded research. The position entails teaching at the undergraduate and graduate levels. An earned doctorate in the health, social, or behavioral sciences, or a medical degree, and evidence of strong scholarly accomplishments are required. The candidate will be associated with the Penn State Hershey Cancer Institute ( http://web1.hmc.psu.edu/psci/index.html ) .

For additional information and application procedures please visit our web site at: http://www.hhdev.psu.edu/faculty/search/index.html.

Send curriculum vitae and supporting information (e.g., reprints, preprints, names of references including their email addresses and phone numbers) to: Gary King, Chair, Faculty Search Committee, Department of Biobehavioral Health, 315 East Health & Human Development Building, The Pennsylvania State University, University Park, PA 16802.

Penn State is committed to affirmative action, equal opportunity and the diversity of its workforce.

Georgia: 4x Faculty Positions in Epidemiology, Medical College of Georgia, Dept of Biostatistics & Epidemiology and Georgia Prevention Institute

Faculty Positions in Epidemiology (4 openings)
Job Code: 7348 POSTED: Jul 29

Salary: Open
Location: Augusta, Georgia
Employer: Medical College of Georgia
Type: Full Time - Experienced
Categories: academic / research, academics
Required Education: Doctorate


Description
The Department of Biostatistics & Epidemiology and the Georgia Prevention Institute (GPI) at the Medical College of Georgia (MCG), the flagship health sciences institution of the University System of Georgia, invite applications for a tenure-track or tenured faculty position at the Associate or Full Professor level.
The Department of Biostatistics and Epidemiology (recently renamed to reflect the epidemiology expansion) is a very active component of the research enterprise on campus, with strong interest in methodological and collaborative research. Ongoing areas of expertise in the department include bioinformatics, clinical trials, computational biology, genetic epidemiology, public health and statistical genetics. The department also serves as the biostatistics core for the MCG Cancer Center and the GPI. The department offers a Masters and a Doctoral program in Biostatistics, and a Certificate and a Masters program in Clinical and Translational Science.

The Georgia Prevention Institute is a research division within the Department of Pediatrics at the Medical College of Georgia with the common goal of improving the health of society, both today and tomorrow. The focus of GPI includes hypertension, kidney disease, diabetes, congestive heart failure and cancer. Extensive multidisciplinary and clinician/scientist collaboration provides a vast range of expertise enabling multiple perspectives on a single issue. Its physiologic, genetic, epidemiological and interventional research is wide-ranging and far-reaching. In just 25 short years, the GPI has earned an international reputation as a preeminent source of expertise about wellness and disease.

The Department of Biostatistics & Epidemiology is also seeking several more tenure-track or tenured faculty members with expertise in cancer, chronic disease, infection & inflammation, genetic, molecular, neurological & psychiatric, and other areas of epidemiology, with the goal of building a strong academic program in Epidemiology.

NOTES: 4 openings. International Candidates Will Be Considered. Employer will assist with relocation costs. Salary is competitive.

Requirements
Applicants must have a doctoral degree in epidemiology or in a closely related field with a strong record of research in epidemiologic studies and clinical trials of cardiovascular diseases, smoking cessation, obesity and/or diabetes. Applicants must also have strong ability and demonstrated interest in teaching and mentoring students. Experience and interest in pediatric epidemiology, behavioral intervention and/or genetic research will be highly desirable. Interest and ability in active collaboration with other investigators in biomedical research at MCG and outside will be an important factor in the selection of candidates. All candidates must show evidence of excellent oral and written communication skills. Candidates should have a nationally and internationally recognized record of innovative methodological research in epidemiology, significant experience in interdisciplinary research, and established track record of extramural funding.

http://careers.apha.org/jobdetail.cfm?job=2946435

Georgia: Epidemiology Program Director, Medical College of Georgia

Epidemiology Program Director
Job Code: 8856 POSTED: Jul 29

Salary: Open Location: Augusta, Georgia
Employer: Medical College of Georgia
Type: Full Time - Experienced
Categories: academic / research, academics
Required Education: Doctorate

Description

The Medical College of Georgia (MCG), the flagship health sciences institution of the University System of Georgia, invites applications and nominations for a visionary leader to build and lead a strong academic program in Epidemiology within the newly expanded Department of Biostatistics and Epidemiology in the School of Graduate Studies. The successful applicant will subsequently recruit several faculty members to build the program and will lead it in all epidemiology-related research and academic endeavors on campus.

The Department of Biostatistics and Epidemiology (recently renamed to reflect the epidemiology expansion) is a very active component of the research enterprise on campus, with strong interest in methodological and collaborative research. Ongoing areas of expertise in the department include bioinformatics, clinical trials, computational biology, genetic epidemiology, public health and statistical genetics. The department also serves as the biostatistics core for the MCG Cancer Center and the Georgia Prevention Institute. The department offers a Masters and a Doctoral program in Biostatistics, and a Certificate and a Masters program in Clinical and Translational Science.

The successful applicant will join a team of dedicated and outstanding professionals to build and sustain a reputable department of Biostatistics and Epidemiology with national and international recognition. An attractive recruitment package is available that will facilitate the efforts for building a successful program in Epidemiology.

NOTES: International Candidates Will Be Considered. Employer will assist with relocation costs. Salary is competitive

Requirements
We are seeking candidates at the rank of Professor, with a distinguished record of scientific achievement in research, collaboration, training and mentoring. Candidates must have a strong record of extramural funding and peer-reviewed publications as well as have excellent communications skills. The successful applicant will be expected to continue their own funded research, publish in peer-reviewed journals and collaborate with clinical investigators both nationally and within the Medical college of Georgia. A doctoral degree in Epidemiology or a closely related field is required.

http://careers.apha.org/jobdetail.cfm?job=2946357

Oregon: Assistant or Associate Professor, School of Community Health, Portland State University

Position: Assistant or Associate Professor, School of Community Health
Salary: Unspecified
Institution: Portland State University
Location: Oregon
Date posted: 7/30/2008

Assistant or Associate Professor, School of Community Health

The School of Community Health in the College of Urban and Public Affairs at Portland State University is seeking applications for an assistant (tenure-track) or associate (tenure-track or tenured) faculty position beginning Fall 2009.

Responsibilities include research, teaching, and service.

Research responsibilities include seeking external funding for research related to public health, conducting funded research projects, analyzing data, preparing reports, and preparing manuscripts for scholarly publications. Instructional responsibilities include teaching and advising at the undergraduate and graduate levels. Service on School and University committees is expected, as is service to the profession and service to the community. Faculty rank and salary are commensurate with qualifications and experience. Please see the full position announcement at: http://www.hrc.pdx.edu.

Candidates must have an earned doctorate (or are in the final stages of their degree) in public health, environmental health or a related field. Associate-level candidates must have a strong quantitative training, teaching background, ability to secure external funding, a record of research and publication, and experience in community engagement. Candidates are encouraged to apply if they have research and teaching skills in one or more of the following areas: community health, health disparities, integrative health, physical activity, obesity, nutrition, sustainability, lifespan health, epidemiology, and built environments.

Interested parties should send their curriculum vitae and a letter of application describing their background, research and teaching interests and providing contact information for four professional references to schinfo@pdx.edu.

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Contact Information:

Job code: SCH003
E-mail : schinfo@pdx.edu
Phone : 503-725-4401
Dr. Judith Sobel
Search Committee Chair
School of Community Health
Portland State University

Florida: Public Health Faculty Positions, Epidemiology and Research Methods, Nova Southeastern University

Position: Public Health Faculty Positions
Salary: Unspecified
Institution: Nova Southeastern University
Location: Florida
Date posted: 8/1/2008
Reposted: 12/22/2008

Public Health Faculty Positions Available
Nova Southeastern University
College of Osteopathic Medicine
Master of Public Health Program


The Master of Public Health program at Nova Southeastern University College of Osteopathic Medicine in Fort Lauderdale, Florida, is accepting applications for several full-time faculty positions that will commence in the Fall of 2008.

Health Policy and Administration
The faculty member will be primarily responsible for teaching onsite and online in the field of Health Policy and Administration and providing leadership in the area. Other duties include scholarly productivity in the form of publications and receipt of external funding as well as service to the department, university and local and state communities. Duties will also include student advising and mentoring. Candidates must possess a Ph.D. in public health with emphasis in health policy and administration, health management, or health administration.

Epidemiology and Research Methods
The faculty member will be responsible for teaching onsite and online in the field of public health research methods, epidemiology, or biostatistics and will provide leadership in these areas. Expertise in biostatistics is desirable. Scholarly productivity in the form of publications and successful receipt of extramural funding is essential. Duties will also include service to the department, university, and local and state communities as well as student advising and mentoring. Candidates for this position must posses a Ph.D. in public health or related field with emphasis on public research, epidemiology, or biostatistics.

The Master of Public Health Program is a CEPH-accredited generalist program. The program is located within the College of Osteopathic Medicine (COM) which is part of the Health Professions Divisions at Nova Southeastern University. This advantageous location affords faculty the opportunity to work collaboratively with faculty members from diverse health professions such as pharmacy, optometry, dentistry and nursing as well as medicine

Candidates for these positions must possess onsite and online teaching experience in a higher education environment commensurate with rank, present evidence of research ability that includes publications and externally funded projects, and be fluent in Spanish.

Competitive salary and excellent benefit program are offered. Interested persons should forward their curriculum vitae with cover letter and the names of three professional references to:

Lawrence E. Jacobson, D.O., Vice Dean
NSU College of Osteopathic Medicine
Suite 1401/Terry Building
3200 South University Drive
Fort Lauderdale, FL 33328-2018

Phone: (954) 262-1772. E-mail:// ljacobos@nsu.nova.edu.
Fax: (954) 262-2250


NSU-COM is currently ranked as the 11th largest medical school and the 4th largest osteopathic medical school in the nation. NSU is the largest independent not-for-profit institution of higher education in the Southeast and the 6th largest nationally.
For more information about NSU's College of Osteopathic Medicine, please visit:

http://medicine.nova.edu


NSU is an Equal Opportunity, Affirmative Action Employer



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Contact Information:


E-mail : ljacobos@nsu.nova.edu
Dr. Lawrence Jacobson
Vice Dean
School of Osteopathic Medicine
Nova Southeastern University
3200 South University Drive
Fort Lauderdale , FL 33328
USA

Cincinnati, Ohio: Research Instructor/Research Assistant Professor of Public Health, University of Cincinnati

Research Assistant Professor
Job Code: 26UC1388 POSTED: Aug 05

Salary: Open
Location: Cincinnati, Ohio
Employer: University of Cincinnati
Type: Full Time - Experienced
Categories: academic / research, academics
Required Education: Masters


Description
Research Instructor/Research Assistant Professor of Public Health
Faculty responsibilities include teaching core and elective MPH courses, scholarly activity and research, and service to the Division, College, University and community. Teaching load may include epidemiology and health systems/administration courses. Responsibilities also include assisting in the administration of the MPH program including directing the practicum experience.

Requirements
Instructor rank requires Master's in Public Health. Assistant Professor rank requires Doctorate or ABD in public health. Candidates must provide evidence of effective teaching as the primary instructor in the above designated public health courses and in MPH program administration.
To apply for this position, please past the following address into your web browser: www.jobsatuc.com/applicants/Central?quickFind=65785

San Francisco, California: Faculty, Genetic Epidemiologist/Population Geneticist, University of California San Francisco

Genetic Epidemiologist/Population Geneticist POSTED: Aug 04

Salary: Open
Location: San Francisco, California
Employer: University of California San Francisco
Position Type: Faculty/Research
Specialty: Medical Genetics


Description
The University of California San Francisco, Department of Laboratory Medicine and Blood Systems Research Institute are conducting a joint search for a genetic epidemiologist or population geneticist. This is a ladder rank faculty position at the level of the Assistant, Associate or Full Professor at UCSF, with primary appointment in the Department of Laboratory Medicine, and joint appointments in the UCSF Institute for Human Genetics and Blood Systems Research Institute (BSRI), where research space will be located. We are seeking a dynamic individual who can initiate a program in genetic epidemiology or population genetics using the substantial resources of UCSF and BSRI. In particular, we are seeking a candidate who will utilize BSRI’s historical and prospective biological repositories (cryopreserved white blood cells and plasma) and databases (demographics, risk behaviors and health status) from 105 to 107 blood donors throughout the USA. The successful candidate will also leverage existing resources in large-scale genome sequencing and genotyping at the UCSF Genomic Core Facility and computational genetics at the UCSF Institute for Human Genetics.

Submit CV and names of three references to Edward Murphy, MD, MPH., c/o Susan Yuen, BSRI, 270 Masonic Ave, San Francisco, CA 94118, yuens@labmed2.ucsf.edu. Closing Date: 15 October 2008

UCSF is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer. The University undertakes affirmative action to assure equal employment opportunity for underutilized minorities and women, for person with disabilities, and for Vietnam-era veterans and special disabled veterans.

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

Boston, Massachusetts: Senior Research Associate, Mapi Values

Senior Research Associate
Job Code: Senior Research Associate-HE POSTED: Aug 07

Salary: Open
Location: Boston, Massachusetts
Employer: Mapi Values
Type: Full Time - Experienced
Categories: Academic / Research, Research Analyst/Assistant/Associate
Required Education: Masters


Description
Mapi Values is a global leader in outcomes research with offices in Boston, MA, U.S.; Lyon, France; Utrecht, The Netherlands; Manchester, U.K.; and Tokyo, Japan. We are a dynamic, growing company providing global leadership in the development/interpretation outcomes research arguments to facilitate access to the market. We design and conduct studies that demonstrate and communicate the real-world value of products and services to patients, prescribers, budget holders, policy makers, the FDA and EMEA. Each Mapi Values office has the mission and diverse staff to carry out domestic and international projects.
Our U.S. office is the headquarters of Mapi Values, and within walking distance of historic Faneuil Hall Marketplace, The Freedom Trail, Financial District, and Beacon Hill. It is easily accessible by public transport or automobile.

This is an exciting opportunity for an ambitious researcher in epidemiology, health services research, biostatistics or a related quantitative subject who is looking to develop his or her international career in health economics and outcomes research.

The health economic related work at Mapi Values is varied, and includes: • Systematic reviews and meta-analysis; • Economic modeling: development, adaptation and communication of models for reimbursement purposes, and international marketing support; • Randomized and observational studies: design, implementation and analysis of national and international studies to collect patient information on outcomes, resource utilization, utility and costs.

Contact details: If you are interested in working for a growing company in our downtown Boston location please email a resume and cover letter highlighting relevant experience and qualifications to recruitment.boston@mapivalues.com. Please put the name of the position you are applying for in your email title and where you saw our ad.


Requirements
Qualified candidates will have a postgraduate qualification (MSc/PhD) or equivalent experience and will be able to demonstrate a track record in applied research. Skills in statistics/epidemiology or quantitative analysis of biological/medical data are required. An interest in cost-effectiveness evaluations would be an advantage. Excellent analytical and communication skills are essential. Preferably working knowledge of one or more of the following software packages: Excel/Visual Basic, WinBUGS, SAS or STATA.

Virginia: Teaching position (Public Health/Epidemiology), Shenandoah University

Public Health/Epidemiology

The College of Arts and Sciences and Division of Nursing at Shenandoah University invite applications for a full-time, open rank, career contract position in Public Health/Epidemiology to develop a three course sequence in public health and epidemiology for a new undergraduate interdisciplinary major in public health and a graduate level nursing course in epidemiology/ biostatistics. Position to begin January 2009. A Doctor of Public Health or related terminal degree and evidence of successful teaching experience at the college/university level required

Teaching is recognized as the most important faculty activity at Shenandoah University, and we seek faculty members who focus on individual student learning styles and motivations. Student advising, academic service, and scholarship are also expected to fulfill position requirements. We encourage applicants to visit www.su.edu for more details about our university.

Applications, including letter of interest, statement of teaching philosophy, transcripts, and references should be addressed to Public Health/Epidemiology Position, Department of Human Resources, Shenandoah University, 1460 University Drive, Winchester, VA 22601.
Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled. Shenandoah University supports and encourages diversity in the workplace. EOE.

Cambridge, UK: 3 x Statisticians (risk prediction for CVD), Dept of Public Health and Primary Care, University of Cambridge

3 x Statisticians
Department of Public Health and Primary Care
University of Cambridge
£25,888-£33,780 or £22,332-£25,135

Limit of tenure applies*

2 x Research Associates
1 x Research Assistant
We seek three statisticians to contribute to the development and testing of statistical methods for risk prediction, with particular application to cardiovascular disease. This will constitute methodological research, empirical research and applied research using data from the million-person Emerging Risk Factors Collaboration. The work is led jointly by staff at the University of Cambridge and the closely collaborating MRC Biostatistics Unit. We welcome applicants with a graduate degree in statistics (or related field), some work experience and a strong interest in the application of statistical methods to health research and epidemiology.

A full job description is available on the website: http://www.phpc.cam.ac.uk/employment.htm or available from Angela Harper (contact details below).
How to apply For informal enquiries, please contact Dr Angela Wood (amw79@medschl.cam.ac.uk, tel: 01223 740896).
Applications (including cover letter, CV, and Form PD18, Parts 1 and III available from www.admin.cam.ac.uk/offices/personnel/forms/pd18 ) should be sent to Angela Harper, Department of Public Health and Primary Care, Strangeways Research Laboratory Site, Wort's Causeway, Cambridge CB1 8RN, tel. 01223 741302, fax 01223 741339, email: ah523@medschl.cam.ac.uk.

The Department operates a no-smoking policy. The University offers a range of benefits including attractive pension schemes, professional development, family friendly policies, health and welfare provision and staff discounts.

* Limit of tenure: 3 years

Closing date: 15 September 2008.

Philadelphia, Pennsylvania: Faculty (cancer epidemiology, molecular epidemiology, behavioral science), Kimmel Cancer Center, Thomas Jefferson Univ

Faculty Openings

The Department of Medical Oncology and the Kimmel Cancer Center at Thomas Jefferson University in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania are actively recruiting new faculty members at the Assistant Professor, Associate Professor and/or Professor levels. These positions are for those pursuing research careers in cancer epidemiology, molecular epidemiology, behavioral science, behavioral medicine, and health services research. Applications are sought from independent investigators who are dedicated to improving the quality of cancer care for all populations
through research in cancer risk assessment, early detection, survivorship, informed decision-making, and health disparities.

Opportunities. New faculty members will have the opportunity to join the Division of Population Science, Department of Medical Oncology, Jefferson Medical College, and the Kimmel Cancer Center at Thomas Jefferson University. Salary and benefits for the positions are highly competitive. Research infrastructure support is provided. The Division of Population Science and the Kimmel Cancer Center promote interactions among basic, clinical, and population scientists in the conduct of cancer prevention and control research. Multidisciplinary and multi-institutional team science is encouraged. Successful candidates will be able to teach and mentor medical students, postdoctoral fellows, and graduate students in public health and allied health professions at Thomas Jefferson University, as appropriate.

Qualifications. A doctoral degree (MD or PhD or equivalent). Experience in conducting collaborative research. Strong peer-reviewed publication record. Demonstrated success in obtaining independent research funding, particularly for Associate Professor or Professor rank. Letter of Interest. Interested candidates should send a cover letter and curriculum vitae to the Search Committee at Popscience@jefferson.edu.

Thomas Jefferson University is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer.

New Mexico: EPIDEMIOLOGIST (Border Infectious Disease Surveillance Officer), New Mexico Department of Health

Job Title: EPIDEMIOLOGIST (Border Infectious Disease Surveillance Officer) -Operational- DOH
Job ID: 16816
Location: Las Cruces

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

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Salary
The salary range for this position is $16.37 min - $29.10 max hourly (Pay Band 70). Offered salary is determined based on education and experience qualifications.

Agency Mission & Description

The mission of the New Mexico Department of Health is to promote health and sound health policy, prevent disease and disability, improve health services systems and assure that essential public health functions and safety net services are available to New Mexicans.

The Department will succeed in its mission by committing to and practicing these guiding principles every day:
Integrity that Builds Trust
Open & Respectful Communication
Consistent & Compassionate Service
Teamwork that Values Individuals
Pride in Leadership
Continuous Learning that Fosters Ongoing Improvement
Purpose of Position
Work will be performed at Region 5 within the Public Health Division, in conjunction with the Epidemiology and Response Division Infectious Disease Epidemiology Bureau. Responsible for the collection and analysis of surveillance data for infectious diseases that are of particular importance to the US-Mexico Border for the Border Infectious Disease Surveillance (BIDS) Project. Work will be performed independently, and as a team member with multiple agencies throughout Region 5 and Mexico
Educational requirements
A Master's Degree in Public Health, Epidemiology, Statistics/Mathematics or Social Sciences is required for this position.

Please enter your education level on the Education & Work Experience page of the application even when submitting a resume.

"The hiring agency may accept SPO authorized equivalencies for the required education and/or experience fields listed for this position."
Experience
Four (4) years experience in public health or surveillance/data analysis are required for this position.
Employment Requirements
Must possess and maintain a valid NM driver's license. Extensive travel including overnight and weekends is required when working on pandemic influenza projects in surrounding counties.
Supplemental Skills/Abilities
Bilingual English/Spanish.
Bargaining Unit Position
This position is covered by a collective bargaining agreement and all terms/conditions of that agreement apply and must be adhered to.
Working Environment
Office setting (Monday through Friday 8-5). Required to lift up to 50 pounds.
To Apply for this job:
State agency must provide reasonable accommodation to applicants with disabilities where appropriate. Applicants requiring reasonable accommodation for any part of the application and hiring process should contact the hiring agency directly. Determinations on requests for reasonable accommodation will be made on a case-by-case basis.

1. Click the [Apply Now] button.
2. Please apply by: 08/26/08.
3. Cutting and pasting a resume works best. You may also apply by completing the Work Experience section.
4. There are a series of questions that are different for every job. In order to receive full consideration for all your qualifications, be sure to answer all questions (do not skip any).
5. If a veteran or a disabled veteran, be sure to send your DD214 to: NM State Personnel Office, Applicant/Intake Section, 2600 Cerrillos Road, P. O. Box 26127, Santa Fe, NM 87505. If you receive confirmation of your veteran or disabled veteran status, please reapply for the position and indicate that you received confirmation. You will only need to submit your documents one time.
6. Remember there is no hard copy application. If you submit a resume directly to an agency and don't apply on-line, your application will not include the questionnaire answers for inclusion on the ranked list.

Agency contact for this position is: Margie Arreola, HR Administrator (DOH/Public Health Division/Region 5). Phone: (575) 528-5140. In addition please send copy of application/resume including transcripts to: DOH/PHD/Region 5 Attn: Margie Arreola, Human Resources, 1170 N. Solano Dr., Suite K, Las Cruces, NM 88001.

If you do not receive an email confirmation that you have applied successfully, please call the contact for this posting or the SPO Recruitment Bureau at 476-7777, before the closing of the position being applied for.

Boston, Massachusetts: Instructor/Assistant Professor, pharmacoepidemiology, Harvard Medical School/Harvard Pilgrim Health Care

Instructor/Assistant Professor
Job Code: Pharmacoepifac POSTED: Aug 14

Salary: Open
Location: Boston, Massachusetts
Employer: Harvard Medical School/Harvard Pilgrim Health Care
Type: Full Time - Experienced
Required Education: Doctorate


Description
The Department of Ambulatory Care and Prevention seeks a faculty member at the level of Instructor or Assistant Professor to expand its pharmacoepidemiology program. The department is jointly sponsored by Harvard Medical School and Harvard Pilgrim Health Care, and focuses on research and teaching related to improving population health and health care delivery. The department’s work in pharmacoepidemiology includes a) development of database and networking capabilities, b) methods development, particularly with regard to active surveillance for adverse reactions to drugs and vaccines; c) epidemiologic studies of therapeutics’ safety, effectiveness, and comparative effectiveness; d) descriptive studies of the use and appropriateness of use of therapeutics; e) population/practice level interventions to improve the use of therapeutics. This work is funded by AHRQ, CDC, FDA, and other sources. A major focus of the group’s work is in using automated administrative and electronic medical record data from health plans and large group practices. There is a special emphasis on developing and using multi-center data resources to support this research. The department’s faculty often work in the Harvard Pilgrim Health Care environment, with other Massachusetts and national health plans, and the HMO Research Network, a group of 14 HMOs committed to public domain research in the United States. The faculty also has strong collaborative relationships with Boston’s largest fully computerized multi-specialty group practice, with which it collaborates on research, teaching, and clinical practice. The department seeks an Instructor or Assistant Professor who can develop an independent program of research, and also participate in ongoing research endeavors. Demonstrated expertise in designing and leading large database studies and good leadership and collaboration skills are essential. The Department is multi-disciplinary, with a research and teaching portfolio spanning a range of clinical, educational, and health service areas. The faculty member will be expected to spend the major part of her/his time conducting collaborative research. The successful candidate is expected to use the department’s unique resources and access to defined populations.

Besides her/his principal research activities, the faculty member will also be expected to spend a portion of time participating in the broader mission of the department as follows: • Teach and mentor medical students, graduate students, and/or research fellows. • Establish and maintain collegial and productive contacts with other researchers and educators in the university and managed care communities • Contribute to departmental and medical school administration as a member of committees • Maintain a small clinical practice, if appropriate Joint appointment in a second Harvard Medical School department or in the Harvard School of Public Health may be appropriate.

Candidates should send their CV, statement of research interests, and the names of three references to: Ann Plasso Department of Ambulatory Care and Prevention 133 Brookline Ave., 6th Floor Boston, MA 02215 Ann_Plasso@hphc.org Harvard Medical School and Harvard Pilgrim Health Care are Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Actions Employers. Women and minority candidates are encouraged to apply.


Requirements
The ideal candidate for this position will have the following qualifications: • Doctorate in epidemiology or health services research, or MD plus MPH or comparable advanced degree • Experience and achievement in pharmacoepidemiology • A productive record of peer-reviewed publications • Expertise in research using large administrative and clinical databases • Demonstrated capacity for obtaining research funding, program development and leadership in research and teaching • Demonstrated ability to lead and work in multi-disciplinary work groups • Strong interpersonal and leadership skills

Florida: Asst/Ass/Full Professor (physical activity epidemiology), Dept of Epidemiology & Public Health, University of Miami Miller School of Medicine

Asst. Professor/Assoc. Professor/Professor
Job Code: Dept. of Epidemiology & Public Health POSTED: Aug 14

Salary: Open
Location: Miami, Florida
Employer: University of Miami Miller School of Medicine
Type: Full Time - Experienced
Categories: academic / research, academics
Required Education: Doctorate


Description
Assistant Professor/Associate Professor/Professor Department of Epidemiology & Public Health
The University of Miami, Miller School of Medicine’s Department of Epidemiology & Public Health is seeking a Faculty member that specializes in physical activity epidemiologic and/or structural intervention science research (structural interventions preferred). The ideal candidate will be established in this area and have the ability to sustain a program of research targeting physical activity. This candidate will also be teaching and mentoring students in relevant area. The hiring rank will be based on experience, scientific accomplishments and current level of research funding.




Requirements
•Doctorate in Epidemiology or other field of Public Health •Successful record of extramural funding and associated peer-reviewed empirical publications •Existing program of research in physical activity preferred •Ability to lead and collaborate with highly interdisciplinary team essential •Ability to integrate genetics and/or neuroscience into physical activity research
DO NOT APPLY ON-LINE: Candidates should send cover, CV, and contact information for three recommendations to Dr. David Lee, Department of Epidemiology & Public Health Recruitment Committee Chair. E-mail: nalvarez2@med.miami.edu

*Salary is commensurate with qualifications and experience.

An equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.

Maryland: Epidemiologist, National Institutes of Health (NIH) - National Institute of Dental and Craniofacial Research (NIDCR)

Epidemiologist
Job Code: NIDCR-08-285809 POSTED: Aug 15

Salary: 98,033.00 - 127,442.00
Location: Maryland
Employer: National Institutes of Health (NIH) - National Institute of Dental and Craniofacial Research (NIDCR) Type: Full Time - Experienced
Category: academic / research Required Education: 4 Year Degree

Description
Department of Health and Human Services
National Institutes of Health

National Institute of Dental and Craniofacial Research

Epidemiologist

We are seeking an outstanding scientist, with leadership capabilities, analytical skills, and epidemiological expertise to join a diverse team of interactive scientists to help shape the future of state-of-the-art research in oral, dental, and craniofacial biology. The National Institute of Dental and Craniofacial Research (NIDCR), a major research component of the National Institutes of Health (NIH) and the Department of Health and Human Services, invites you to apply for the position of Epidemiologist in the Office of the Director, Office of Science Policy and Analysis. The mission of the NIDCR is to improve oral, dental and craniofacial health through research and research training in basic and clinical research on the full spectrum of topics related to oral, dental and craniofacial biology.

As an Epidemiologist with the NIDCR, you will serve as the primary source for epidemiologic expertise to the Institute; provide consultation and recommendations to NIDCR executive staff, policy makers, and program officers; identify the need for data on existing or emerging public health issues; establish priorities among multiple needs for human population data; conduct statistical analyses; prepare reports and interpret human population data; prepare manuscripts and reports for publication and presentation; and serve as a liaison to other federal, state, and local efforts to develop and utilize data systems.

The salary range for this position is $98,033 to $127,442 per annum, commensurate with qualifications and professional experience. A full benefits package is available, which includes retirement, Thrift Savings Plan participation, health, life and long-term care insurance.

For qualification requirements, evaluation criteria, and application instructions, view the vacancy announcements at http://jobsearch.usajobs.opm.gov/a9nih.asp . Refer to announcement number’s NIDCR-08-285809-CR-DE and NIDCR-08-285809-CR-MP. Applications will be accepted until September 12, 2008. Please contact Michelle Lipinski at 301-594-2286 if you have questions.

DHHS and NIH are Equal Opportunity Employers

Indiana: Director of Public Health, Purdue University

Director of Public Health
Job Code: 13622008 POSTED: Aug 18

Salary: Open
Location: West Lafayette, Indiana
Employer: Purdue University
Type: Full Time - Experienced
Categories: academic / research, academics
Required Education: Doctorate


Description
The Director of Public Health will lead an interdisciplinary effort to develop a comprehensive public health program involving undergraduate and graduate education, research, and engagement. The Director joins seven public health faculty members who will collaborate in building the public health program and guide it through the accreditation process. The Director will work with faculty and staff from other departments, schools, and centers on the Purdue campus, in addition to faculty and administrators from other state-funded institutions, to build an exemplary and unique public health program that meets Indiana’s public health educational, research, and engagement goals.

NOTES: Competitive and commensurate with qualifications of the applicant.

Requirements
This position requires a PhD, DrPH, or MD degree. Candidates should have demonstrated leadership skills in the development and administration of interdisciplinary programs, an excellent record of achievement in nationally funded research, and extensive teaching and mentoring experience at the graduate level in one or more of the core areas of public health: biostatistics, environmental health sciences, epidemiology, health policy and management, social and behavioral sciences.

http://careers.apha.org:80/jobdetail.cfm?job=2962827&keywords=epidemiology

Qatar: Public Health Faculty (teaching biostatistics, epidemiology and evidence based medicine), Weill Cornell Medical College in Qatar

Public Health Faculty
Job Code: 08-wcmcq-PH POSTED: Aug 18

Salary: Open
Location: Qatar
Employer: Weill Cornell Medical College in Qatar
Type: Full Time - Experienced
Categories: academic / research, academics

Description
Weill Cornell Medical College (WCMC) in Qatar seeks experienced and well-qualified candidates for a public health faculty position for teaching biostatistics, epidemiology and evidence based medicine in its overall public health curriculum spread over four years. Courses in public health are taught by faculty specifically recruited for this purpose and who have received a faculty appointment from the Department of Public Health at WCMC- New York.
Candidates should be fully qualified to participate in ongoing research projects as well in developing new research agenda in Qatar that includes several public health components. Additionally, the candidates should be willing to contribute in developing and or teaching other graduate level courses in health quantitative sciences and related disciplines. The successful candidate will work under the overall supervision of the Dean of WCMC-Q and the Chairman of Public Health at WCMC in New York, and will be located in Doha, Qatar on a full time basis.

All WCMC- Q faculty members are appointed by the academic departments at WCMC- New York. The faculty based in Doha will be expected to teach their speciality and contribute to the academic life of Weill Cornell. This unique program provides the successful applicant with the opportunity to leave his/her mark on a pioneering venture. A new state of the art research program focuses on diseases of importance to Qatar. Teaching and research facilities are situated within a new building located in Education City in Doha among other branches of American Universities. Details regarding the WCMC-Q program can be accessed at www.qatar-med.cornell.edu

Screening of applications will begin immediately and continue until suitable candidates are identified. Please note that due to the high volume of applications, only short-listed candidates will be contacted.

Cornell University is an equal opportunity, affirmative action educator and employer.

Requirements
Candidates should hold a PhD, DrPH or MD with an MPH or equivalent degree and possess demonstrable teaching skills as well as training and experience in research. Candidates must be willing to relocate to Doha, Qatar for the duration of the appointment. Academic rank and salary are commensurate with qualifications, training and experience and are accompanied by an attractive Foreign Service benefit package. Qualified applicants are invited to submit a letter of interest outlining their teaching and research experience and curriculum vitae via to: http://job.qatar-med.cornell.edu. Please select the appropriate position under the Academic options and indicate job reference # 08-wcmcq-PH.

Tennessee: BioStatistical Research Analyst, BlueCross and BlueShield of Tennessee

BioStatistical Research Analyst
BlueCross and BlueShield of Tennessee

The mission of the Health Services Research (HSR) department is to support the Commercial Business and Established Markets and Government Business and Emerging Markets business units by conducting research that improves the outcomes, quality, access to, and cost and utilization of health care services. HSR achieves this mission through health services research designed to (1) improve clinical practice, (2) improve BCBST's ability to provide access to and deliver high quality, high-value health care, and (3) provide policy makers with the ability to assess the impact of system changes on outcomes, quality, access, cost, and use of health care services. The candidate chosen for this position will serve to support the mission of the HSR department.

Primary Duties and Responsibilities:
The incumbent will work closely with senior researchers and HCS staff to support the HSR mission through the following major activities:

• Provider Profiling
• Clinical Program Evaluation
• Population Assessment
• Statistical Analysis
• Outcomes Assessment
• Report Development
• Assist the senior researchers with developing the above-mentioned activities and programs.
• Be responsible for maintaining production of reports related to the above-mentioned activities.
• Produce visual explanations and conduct analyses on all reports related to the above-mentioned activities.
Qualifications
• Minimum acceptable qualifications include a bachelor's degree in a quantitative/research discipline and two or more years of managed health care experience or an advanced degree in a quantitative/research discipline
• Have some experience in the application of modern statistical design and analysis techniques to health-related data
• Have a strong interest in statistical and research methodology
• Strong abilities in the use of SAS and other computational software for statistical analysis.
• Teamwork and leadership qualities are a plus.

To apply for this position, please visit our website at:
https://www.bcbst.com/about/careers/openings/

Bronx, New York: PostDoc / Junior Faculty, Molecular Epidemiology (infectious disease and cancer epidemiology), Albert Einstein College of Medicine

Molecular Epidemiology (Post Doc / Junior Faculty)
Job Code: 1 POSTED: Aug 22

Salary: Open Location: Bronx, New York
Employer: Albert Einstein College of Medicine Type: Full Time - Experienced
Category: academic / research


Description
Investigator (physician / epidemiologist) with a highly active infectious disease and cancer epidemiology research program is seeking an epidemiology PhD or equivalent. Current projects include: Natural history of HPV/cervical neoplasia in the largest cohort study of HIV+ women; HLA and HIV/HCV/HBV/HPV natural history; Factors influencing viral pathogenesis; Insulin/IGF and risk of cancer; Molecular epidemiologic methods. The position will involve participation in working groups and multicenter studies, epidemiologic analyses (with biostatistical and programming support), writing papers, project management, and development of new studies. A portion of work time can be protected for education, and/or development of grant applications, with the goal of an independent research career. The position includes four weeks annual paid vacation, and excellent benefits. Albert Einstein is located in an attractive and convenient area, near the Bronx Zoo and New York Botanical Gardens, minutes north of Manhattan. Applications will be accepted on a continuing basis until the positions are filled. EOE.
NOTES: Competitive salary and excellent benefits, 4 weeks vacation

Requirements
PhD in Epidemiology or equivalent (e.g., MD with MPH and epi training)

http://careers.apha.org/jobdetail.cfm?job=2966039&keywords=epidemiology

Massachusetts: Assistant Professor, Environmental Science and Policy, Clark University

The Department of International Development, Community, and Environment (IDCE) at Clark University seeks to fill a tenure-track position at the Assistant Professor level in its Environmental Science and Policy Program to begin in Academic Year 2009-10. Excellent teaching skills and research record are required. The successful candidate should be able to teach courses supporting undergraduate and master’s level programs in environmental science and policy, preferably in such areas as: epidemiology, public health policy, environmental and community heath, and global health. A doctoral degree is required. A successful candidate will have a disciplinary or interdisciplinary degree with a focus on health and environment, a strong background in science, and a demonstrated interest in policy and social change.

Clark’s interdisciplinary Department of International Development, Community, and Environment (IDCE) includes a core faculty of eighteen members and a larger group of affiliate faculty engaged in interdisciplinary teaching, research and programmatic activities. Applicants should show a strong commitment to working collaboratively across the four distinct IDCE programs. Please visit our website for more information: http://www.clarku.edu/idce.

Application should include curriculum vitae, a list of references, and a detailed statement of interest including research foci and teaching philosophy. These should be sent electronically to jmurphy@clarku.edu or mailed to Prof. Halina Brown, Chair, ES&P Search Committee, IDCE, Clark University, 950 Main Street, Worcester, MA 01610. Review of applications will begin October 1, 2008 and continue until the position is filled. AA/EOE. Minorities and women are especially encouraged to apply.