DHHS Epidemiologist
About the position The University of Nebraska Medical Center is seeking a full-time Epidemiologist to collaborate with the Nebraska Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS) in developing and operating statewide epidemiological surveillance systems for the Nebraska Environmental Health Tracking Program (NE-EPHT). This initiative, funded by the CDC, aims to enhance the surveillance of environmental health issues across the state. Responsibilities • Develop and operate statewide epidemiological surveillance systems for NE-EPHT. • Collaborate with Nebraska DHHS to improve environmental health surveillance. • Implement and control measures related to epidemiological practices. • Evaluate and design systems for effective data collection and analysis. Requirements • Master's degree in Public Health, Epidemiology, Biostatistics, Environmental Health, Health Sciences, Data Sciences, or a related field. • Proficiency in Microsoft Access, Microsoft Excel, and SAS. • Excellent oral and written communication skills. Nice-to-haves • 1-2 years of experience in epidemiological principles and practices. • Familiarity with R, SQL, and GIS software. • Experience in preparing project/grant proposals and technical reports. Benefits • Flexible work schedule (Monday - Friday) • Hybrid remote/telecommuting options • Competitive salary range of $60,800 - $91,200 annually Apply tot his job