Vector-borne Disease Epidemiologist, Bureau of Communicable Diseases
Core
Conduct surveillance, case investigations, and data analysis for vector-borne diseases (e.g., Lyme disease) to safeguard public health in New York City.
Role type
Epidemiologist and data analyst
Builds
Disease surveillance systems, case investigation protocols, and public health reports
Domain
Public health / Infectious disease epidemiology
Required skills
Epidemiology, data management, data analysis, literature review, fieldwork (tick dragging), outreach to medical/veterinary communities, supervising interns
Preferred skills
Disease surveillance experience, database management, leading outbreak investigations, SAS programming, adaptability
Technologies
SAS, Adobe Acrobat, MS Office
Responsibilities
Develop and enhance surveillance practices and case investigation protocols, conduct case investigations for routine surveillance, collect and manage quality data, maintain and report on tick-borne disease data, conduct literature reviews, participate in fieldwork and outbreak investigations, supervise seasonal college interns, conduct outreach to medical and veterinary communities
Seniority
Mid-level, hands-on IC with supervisory duties