Zoonotic and Emerging Disease Epidemiologist, Bureau of Communicable Diseases
Core
Conduct surveillance, case investigations, and data analysis for zoonotic and vector-borne diseases in humans and animals to prevent and control infectious disease outbreaks in New York City.
Role type
Senior epidemiologist and data analyst (public health)
Builds
Disease surveillance systems, investigation protocols, and outbreak response strategies for NYC Health Department
Domain
Public health, epidemiology, zoonotic diseases, vector-borne diseases
Required skills
Epidemiology, data management, data analysis, case investigation, protocol development, database management, outbreak investigation, contact tracing, community outreach, cultural competency
Preferred skills
SAS programming, analytic software proficiency, project management, independent work, team collaboration
Technologies
Maven, SAS, Adobe Acrobat, MS Office
Responsibilities
Develop and enhance surveillance practices and disease case investigation protocols; Conduct case investigations for emerging zoonotic and vector-borne diseases in humans and animals; Oversee case and contact investigations for people and pets; Manage and analyze quality data for surveillance and research; Work on analytic projects and respond to data requests; Develop and maintain protocols for avian and novel influenza; Participate in outbreak investigations of suspected or confirmed zoonotic diseases; Supervise seasonal college interns; Participate in outreach to medical and veterinary communities; Respond to citywide emergencies as part of the Incident Command Structure
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC with supervisory responsibilities