Field Epidemiologist (Field Epidemiologist Program) 2 Open Positions
2 Open Positions (One in Augusta Office covering Kennebec county and one in Bangor Office covering Penobscot county)
Are you a public health professional with experience in epidemiology, and interested in a rewarding career with our Public Health Division? Then this is the right opportunity for you to join our team. Read on….
MCD is a global public health non-profit organization recognized in the United States and internationally as a leader, innovator, and trusted partner in the design, implementation, and assessment of high quality, enduring programs in public health.
MCD'S VISION
MCD envisions a world in which all people have access to high quality and enduring solutions to improve and maintain their health and well-being.
MCD aspires to be a premier partner of choice and an internationally recognized leader, innovator, and trusted partner in applied, cross-national public health solutions.
MCD'S MISSION
MCD's mission is to improve the health and wellbeing of people worldwide through enduring, high quality, cost-effective and universally accessible public health solutions.
We are looking to bring on board a public health professional to join our team and serve as a Field Epidemiologist to work with the State of Maine CDC Field Epidemiologist Program (The Department).
This position will provide: (1) rapid response and investigation of reportable infectious diseases including potential bioterrorism events, public health threats, and emergencies; (2) education and outreach activities focused on prevention of infectious diseases; (3) strengthening of local public health capacity through collaboration with traditional and non-traditional partners); and (4) participation in routine and outbreak infectious disease monitoring and response activities as a member of the Infectious Disease Epidemiology Team.
The successful candidate will bring solid experience in epidemiology, capacity building and teamwork. Work is performed under administrative direction.
This is an exciting opportunity to be part of a diverse team focused on growing our impact in the public health field.
Knowledge, Qualifications and Skills:
Required:
- Bachelor's degree in Public Health or related fields (Nursing, Biology, Community Health etc.), and 4 years of relevant experience in public health
- Communication skills and the ability to work independently and collaboratively.
- Knowledge of Excel and Microsoft Word.
- Strong written and oral communication skills.
- Ability and willingness to travel.
Preferred:
A Master’s Degree in Public Health or related field, with coursework in relevant fields and 2 years of relevant work experience.
Knowledge of:
· Principles and practices of epidemiology and public health surveillance
· Statistics and statistical software
· Outbreak response activities
· Health data collection
· Infectious diseases, including risk and transmission
· Medical terminology
· Word processing software, email and internet use, spreadsheets or analysis programs
· Communication skills and the ability to work independently and collaboratively.
· Knowledge of Excel and Microsoft Word
· Strong written and oral communication skills
· Ability and willingness to travel.
Ability to:
· Analyze infectious disease data
· Draw logical inferences from data analysis
· Pay attention to detail
· Organize, disseminate, and report public health information
· Work as a team leader and team member
· Communicate with local and federal partners
· Work independently, including being a “self-starter”
· Facilitate groups
· Speak publicly
· Possess an attitude that fosters a respectful, non-threatening workplace environment
Location: The Field Epidemiologist will work out of one of the DHHS regional offices, but may routinely work remote one (1) day per week.
Job Type: This full-time, 40-hour per week position will be 8am-5pm with on-call responsibilities. This is a grant funded position through January 3, 2023, with anticipated renewals. This position is eligible for MCD’s benefit package.
Application Requirements
NOTE: All applicants must be authorized to work in the United States.
MCD requires all employees to be fully vaccinated as a condition of employment, unless entitled to a medical or religious exemption. All offers of employment are contingent upon satisfaction of this requirement, and you will be required to show proof that you are fully vaccinated or have a valid religious or medical reason not to be vaccinated. Please do not provide information about whether you are seeking an exemption from the vaccination requirement unless and until you receive a conditional offer of employment from MCD.
Application Requirements
An updated CV and cover letter (including salary expectations) should be sent to: mcdjobs2@mcd.org. Please include title and job reference number MCDPH-255 when submitting an application. Position will be closed on 5/20/22.
Medical Care Development, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer