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Description

The Surveillance Epidemiologist will support Emerging Infections Program (EIP) surveillance programs and special studies in the School of Medicine at Emory University to ensure high-quality epidemiologic data acquisition and quality procedures. The Position will be assigned to one or more specific EIP program areas but will also provide general EIP support.

JOB DESCRIPTION:

• Collects epidemiologic data through laboratory audit and medical record reviews in multiple health system.

• Enters, manages, and cleans surveillance and study data in databases such as REDCap, SendSS, Access, etc.

• Analyzes data in software packages such as SAS or R.

• Produces data, reports, and presentations for external partners, as well as for internal use.

• Retrieves, transports, and accessions packaged laboratory specimens.

• Communicates with medical facilities to collect and verify epidemiologic information and specimens.

• Conducts telephone interviews and supports special studies. Performs related program area responsibilities as required.

• May act as lead on a specific study activity.

• Complies with all ethical guidelines for scientific and human subjects research.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• Master's degree in Public Health or related field from an accredited school.

• Epidemiology specialty preferred OR Bachelor's degree in a field related to the program with two or more years of direct experience conducting infectious disease surveillance and epidemiologic analyses.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Strong verbal/written communication skills required.

• Medical record experience preferred.

• Database management experience preferred.

• SAS and/or R experience preferred.

• Power BI experience desirable.

• EIP or health department experience desirable.

NOTE: Position tasksaregenerallyrequired tobe performed in-person at an Emory University location. Remote workfrom homedayoptions may be grantedatdepartmentdiscretion.Emory reserves the right to changeremote workstatus with notice to employee.

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Job Number 127751

Job Type Regular Full-Time

Division School Of Medicine

Department SOM: Medicine: Infectious Dis

This position may involve the following Health and Safety issues: Not Applicable

Job Category Research & Research Administration

Campus Location (For Posting) : City Atlanta

Location : Name Emory Campus-Clifton Corridor