Epidemiologist

Epidemiologist

University Overview

The University of Pennsylvania, the largest private employer in Philadelphia, is a world-renowned leader in education, research, and innovation. This historic, Ivy League school consistently ranks among the top 10 universities in the annual U.S. News & World Report survey. Penn has 12 highly-regarded schools that provide opportunities for undergraduate, graduate and continuing education, all influenced by Penn's distinctive interdisciplinary approach to scholarship and learning. As an employer Penn has been ranked nationally on many occasions with the most recent award from Forbes who named Penn one of America's Best Large Employers in 2023.

Penn offers a unique working environment within the city of Philadelphia. The University is situated on a beautiful urban campus, with easy access to a range of educational, cultural, and recreational activities. With its historical significance and landmarks, lively cultural offerings, and wide variety of atmospheres, Philadelphia is the perfect place to call home for work and play.

The University offers a competitive benefits package that includes excellent healthcare and tuition benefits for employees and their families, generous retirement benefits, a wide variety of professional development opportunities, supportive work and family benefits, a wealth of health and wellness programs and resources, and much more.

Posted Job Title

Epidemiologist

Job Profile Title

Data Analyst C

Job Description Summary

This position is responsible for gathering, analyzing, and communicating data that will inform Public Health and Wellbeing, Student Health and Counseling, and the larger division of Wellness at Penn in their respective efforts to promote wellness, prevent disease, and educate the Penn community. The functions of this position include:

• analyzing data to inform disease and injury prevention efforts;
• identifying disease patterns to create and influence interventions;
• monitoring and reporting various communicable conditions required by the City, State and Federal public health authorities;
• and supporting ongoing health and wellness programs in evaluation.

This position will allow for involvement in numerous activities such as assessment, programming (including outreach), education, intervention, grant writing and research.

Job Description

Job Responsibilities

• Investigation, surveillance, and reporting of a wide variety of conditions that negatively affect the well-being of the Penn. Assist in the management of case and contact investigation and infectious disease reporting.
• Build and manage databases for disease surveillance and trend analysis. This may include communicable and chronic diseases, occupational and animal exposures, behavioral health concerns, and injuries. Perform routine analysis from multiple data sets, including electronic medical record systems, and national and university-based surveys.
• Communicate findings readily and often. Write routine and ad-hoc reports and present findings to inform University and Wellness colleagues, and outside agencies, on public health response for, and overall health and wellness of, Penn students. Provide in-service trainings for faculty, staff, and administrators as it relates to disease prevention. Support research activities within Wellness including authoring manuscripts, abstracts, and scientific posters to report findings that benefit the broader scientific community.
• Identify grant opportunities and funding sources for health and wellness initiatives. Write applications and apply for identified grants and funding sources at the local, state, and national level.
• Professional engagement. Act as liaison to a variety of campus partners, UPHS, PDPH, and the Environmental Health and Radiation Safety. Participate in relevant on-campus and Wellness committees, and public health professional organizations.
• Other duties and responsibilities as assigned.

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science and 2 to 3 years of experience or equivalent combination of education and experience is required.
• MPH preferred.

Application Requirement

• A Cover Letter and Resume/CV are required to be considered for this position. Please upload your Cover Letter where it asks you to upload your Resume/CV; multiple documents are allowed.

Job Location - City, State

Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
Alternative work schedule may be required, including evenings and/or weekends.

Department / School

Health and Wellness

Pay Range

$61,000.00 - $78,000.00 Annual Rate
Salary offers are made based on the candidate's qualifications, experience, skills, and education as they directly relate to the requirements of the position, and in alignment with salary ranges based on external market data for the job's level. Internal organization and peer data at Penn are also considered.