You are viewing a preview of this job. Log in or register to view more details about this job. This is a remote/home-based, full-time, permanent position. Join Our Team as a Wastewater Surveillance Epidemiologist (Epi2 Non-Med) Make a difference in public health as a Wastewater Surveillance Epidemiologist to support wastewater-based disease surveillance in Washington State. This role is vital to advancing the use of wastewater data to enhance public health monitoring and inform evidence-based practices. Position Overview Reporting to the Epidemiologist 3 in the Office of Environmental Public Health Sciences, this position works closely with the Division of Disease Control and Health Statistics, the Office of Infectious Disease, and the Public Health Laboratory. Key Responsibilities: Developing guidelines and protocols to integrate wastewater data with other surveillance systems. Ensuring wastewater surveillance contributes directly to public health decision-making. Supporting Washington’s Epidemiology and Laboratory Capacity (ELC) grant in partnership with the CDC. This position aligns with the DOH’s mission to protect and improve the health of all people in Washington State and contributes to strategic goals, including reducing communicable disease threats. About the Office The Office of Environmental Public Health Sciences ensures that environmental public health programs and policies are grounded in robust scientific principles, supporting public health across the state. If you have experience in epidemiology, a strong foundation in data-driven surveillance, and an interest in advancing innovative public health tools, this position offers an opportunity to make a significant impact. Location and Flexibility Enjoy the flexibility of our hybrid work environment, where you can balance working from home, attending conferences in and out of state, and visiting local health jurisdictions across Washington. It is anticipated that you’ll be expected to attend conferences or in-person events 3-5 times a year. Required Qualifications You must meet ONE of the provided options and any additional criteria listed: Option 1: Seven (7) years of experience analyzing, reporting, and interpreting epidemiological infectious disease data AND communicating epidemiological concepts in writing on both technical and non-technical levels. Option 2: A Bachelor’s degree or higher in Epidemiology, Public Health, Statistics, or a related science which includes 12 graduate quarter hours in epidemiology or research methods, and 12 graduate quarter hours in statistics or biostatistics AND two (2) or more years of experience in analyzing, reporting, and interpreting epidemiological data AND two (2) or more years of professional experience communicating epidemiological concepts in writing on both technical and non-technical levels. Option 3: A Master’s degree or higher in Epidemiology, Public Health, Statistics, or a related science which includes 12 graduate quarter hours in epidemiology or research methods, and 12 graduate quarter hours in statistics or biostatistics AND one (1) or more years of experience in analyzing, reporting, and interpreting epidemiological data AND one (1) or more years of experience communicating epidemiological concepts in writing on both technical and non-technical levels. Preferred Qualifications: Education or experience in wastewater-based epidemiology. Use of modern epidemiologic surveillance systems and measures of disease activity (i.e. case definitions and syndromic data). Education or experience in Microbiology and pathophysiology. Research procedures including biostatistical methodology. Computers and programming in database management and statistical software (i.e. R Studio and RED Cap). Benefits and Lifestyle We prioritize your work-life balance and offer one of the most competitive benefits packages nationwide, tailored to support your lifestyle. Discover more about "Why DOH" by visiting Work@Health. We are the Washington State Department of Health (DOH) At DOH, we safeguard public health in an ever-evolving world. Through collaboration with local health jurisdictions and state, federal, and private partners, our programs and services impact every Washingtonian and visitor daily. We're driven by Equity, Innovation, and Engagement, as outlined in our Transformational Plan for the future of Washington health. Conditions of Employment: This position is covered by a bargaining unit for which the Washington Federation of State Employees (WFSE) is the exclusive representative. I am prepared, with or without accommodations, to do the following: Commit to a full-time 40-hour workweek schedule (flexible work schedule requests must be approved by the supervisor). Communicate through applications such as MS Teams and MS Outlook, and by phone while working remotely. Adjust my work schedule occasionally to align with business needs, which may entail working evenings and weekends. Perform my job duties either remotely from home or in-person at the designated DOH site location. Occasional travel may be necessary, sometimes requiring overnight stays or trips out of state. You must be able to legally drive a vehicle or arrange alternative transportation for state business. Engage in emergency response exercises and high-priority assignments as assigned during emergency events. #J-18808-Ljbffr Eastern Washington University
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