Arizona Licensed Epidemiologist

Job Summary

To support overdose surveillance initiatives, the part-time Arizona Licensed Epidemiologist will conduct epidemiologic activities, analyze drug overdose data, and collaborate with health departments to enhance data collection and reporting processes in a hybrid work environment based in Phoenix, AZ.

Key responsibilities

• Collaborate with health departments to refine data processing methods and evaluate overdose data sources
• Support the implementation of innovative surveillance activities, including automated detection algorithms for rapid alerts
• Develop and disseminate surveillance reports, fact sheets, and data visualizations on drug overdose trends

Required qualifications

• Master's degree in Public Health or a related health field
• Minimum of two years of experience in data analysis and translating findings into actionable recommendations
• Proficiency in statistical analysis software, with SAS preferred and SQL experience required
• Experience publishing research in peer-reviewed journals and presenting at professional conferences
• Strong understanding of epidemiologic study design and analytical methodologies