Position Details
Operating Title: Chronic Disease & Tobacco Epidemiologist
Long Classification Title: Research Scientist II
Campus Location: Durham
Department: UNH CHHS Institute for Health Policy and Practice
Summary of Position: Under general supervision of the Institute for Health Policy and Practice Director, perform research and analysis in the area of chronic disease, including the interpretation of the results of research and analysis, determining the significance of the findings to the field, and participating in the dissemination of results to a variety of audiences.
Acceptable minimum level of education: Master's
Acceptable minimum years of experience: 3 years
Other minimum qualifications:
- Doctorate or equivalent professional degree in public health, health science, or related discipline, with doctoral research closely related to project work; or Master's degree and at least three years of closely related research experience.
- Knowledge of statistical programs and data analysis techniques.
Additional Preferred Qualifications:
- Experience with data visualization software and working in and presenting to multi-disciplinary groups (e.g., clinical, public health, and social service organizations).
Salary Information: Salary is complemented by a comprehensive benefits package which includes medical, dental, retirement, tuition, and paid time off.
Posting Date: 06/26/2024
Open Until Filled: Yes
Job Category: Salaried Staff (Exempt)
Appointment Type: Grant Funded
Drivers License and Physical Requirements: None applicable
Duties / Responsibilities
Job Duties:
- Participate in the planning and implementation of analytic plans to support the Chronic Disease Health Section of the NH Department of Health and Human Services, including the participation in evaluation of Departmental programs, including collection and collation of results.
- Participate in the design, development, and implementation of data systems and reports for data collection and dissemination, including using vital records, hospital discharge, and other data to support the program.
- Participate in the analysis, organization, maintenance, and evaluation of a variety of data sets, including development of statistical programming and analysis, determination of the data's significance, diagnosis and evaluation of problems with the data, and the preparation of results for publication or distribution.
- Consult with and establish relationships with other epidemiologists, researchers, and practitioners in project area of expertise. Support relationships with the funders, including the Department of Health and Human Services and Centers for Disease Control and Prevention and with the Division of NH Vital Records Administration, the UNH Institutional Review Board, and other project-specific stakeholder groups.
- Supervise and/or advise other team members at DHHS and/or UNH on research and reporting; supervise and/or provide tutorial assistance to undergraduate and graduate students in area of expertise, as assigned.
- Perform other related duties as assigned.
Documents Needed to Apply
Required Documents:
- Resume/Vita
- Cover Letter
Optional Documents:
- Other 1
- Diversity Statement
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