Epidemiology Research Associate

Overview The Department of Health (DOH) is seeking an Epidemiology Research Associate to support important public health work. This role offers the chance to study disease trends and strengthen systems that protect communities across the Commonwealth. Your work will help guide prevention efforts and improve the quality of health data. Join a team that makes a meaningful difference in public health every day. Description of Work This position supports disease surveillance and analysis on behalf of the Division of Tuberculosis and Sexually Transmitted Diseases (TB/STD) by improving data systems and reporting. The work strengthens public health efforts by enhancing data quality, supporting program operations, and guiding surveillance activities. As an Epidemiology Research Associate, you will perform the following duties: Data Analysis: Conduct analyses, review data quality, and develop reports and dashboards using surveillance systems Program Support: Work with program staff to oversee Pennsylvania National Electronic Data Surveillance System (PA-NEDSS) data, manage electronic lab reporting, and guide case notifications System Collaboration: Coordinate with technology teams to improve surveillance systems and address technical issues Cross Program Work: Integrate TB and STD data with other public health datasets to support broader epidemiologic studies Data Communication: Explain data findings, limitations, and uses to staff, partners, and stakeholders Policy Contribution: Support the review and development of surveillance policies and assist with applying disease reporting requirements Work Schedule and Additional Information Full-time employment, 37.5 hours per week Work hours are 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM, Monday - Friday, with a 30-minute lunch Telework: You may have the opportunity to work from home (telework) part-time. To telework, you must have a securely configured high-speed internet connection and work from an approved location inside Pennsylvania. If you are unable to telework, you may report to the headquarters office in Harrisburg, PA. Telework is subject to change and additional details may be provided during the interview Salary: Selected candidates who are new to employment with the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania will begin employment at the starting annual salary of $77,379.00 (before taxes) You will receive further communication regarding this position via email; check your email, including spam/junk folders Qualifications Required Experience, Training & Eligibility Minimum Experience and Training Requirements: One year of professional experience performing public health or environmental health epidemiological investigations or studies, or designing and managing a disease surveillance system; and a master’s degree that includes or is supplemented by six credits in epidemiology, environmental health, statistics, or research Other Requirements: One year of experience using SAS, R, or Python statistical software packages PA residency requirement is currently waived for this title You must be able to perform essential job functions How to Apply Resumes, cover letters, and similar documents will not be reviewed; information to support eligibility must be provided on the application (relevant, detailed experience/education) If you claim education in answers to supplemental questions, attach college transcripts for your claim to be accepted toward meeting minimum requirements; unofficial transcripts are acceptable Your application must be submitted by the posting closing date; late applications and other required materials will not be accepted Failure to comply with application requirements may eliminate you from consideration All application materials and interview responses must reflect the applicant’s own experience and qualifications; generative AI tools may be used for preparation purposes only. Do not use AI to misrepresent or falsify information or during interviews Veterans and Accessibility Pennsylvania law provides employment preference for qualified veterans. To learn more, visit the linked resources in the original posting Telecommunications Relay Service (TRS): 711 for hearing and speech disabilities or other individuals If you are contacted for an interview and need accommodations due to a disability, please discuss your request with the interviewer in advance of your interview date. The Commonwealth is an equal employment opportunity employer and is committed to a diverse workforce. The Commonwealth values inclusion and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religious creed, ancestry, union membership, age, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, AIDS or HIV status, disability, or any other categories protected by law. All diverse candidates are encouraged to apply. Examination Information Completing the application, including all supplemental questions, serves as your exam for this position. No additional exam is required at a test center Your score is based on the information you provide on your application and in response to the supplemental questions Your score is valid for this posting only You must provide complete and accurate information or your score may be lower than deserved or you may be disqualified You may apply/test only once for this posting Your results will be provided via email #J-18808-Ljbffr