Epidemiologist jobs in Lacey, WA
Epidemiologist monitors and investigates known or suspected sources and transmission of communicable diseases. Collects, analysis, and interprets disease data using appropriate statistical and research methods. Being an Epidemiologist reviews sterilization, disinfection and waste control techniques and recommends changes as needed. Develops and coordinates effective and practical interventions and procedures to control and prevent disease in the community or facility. Additionally, Epidemiologist typically requires a master's degree of microbiology. Typically reports to a manager or head of a unit/department. The Epidemiologist contributes to moderately complex aspects of a project. Work is generally independent and collaborative in nature. To be an Epidemiologist typically requires 4 to 7 years of related experience. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)
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L&I Epidemiologist 1
- State of Washington
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Thurston, WA
FULL_TIME
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Our Mission: Keep Washington Safe and Working!
Our Values: Customer Focus, One L&I, Respect, Diversity, Equity and Inclusion, Learning and Growth, ReliabilityPlease note: This announcement will be used to fill multiple permanent positions.
Job Highlights
This is a unique opportunity to bring your skills and talents to the Safety & Health Assessment & Research for Prevention (SHARP) program here at the Department of Labor & Industries (L&I) as an Epidemiologist 1.
The individuals in these entry-level positions will conduct investigations of work-related injury and illness under the supervision of a senior epidemiologist within the occupational epidemiology core team. They will provide epidemiology support, such as data collection, statistical analyses, identification and evaluation of new surveillance systems, to the fatal and non-fatal injury surveillance systems and the agency-wide ergonomics rulemaking initiative.
The individuals in these positions may also be involved in other epidemiologic project including development and design of health surveys, on-site data collection tools for exposure and outbreak investigations, conduct ad hoc analyses of data, participate in the development and validation of occupational injury and illness case definitions, and the writing and publication of epidemiologic studies.
This position will contribute to the overall mission of keeping workers safe by identifying trends and patterns in occupational health surveillance data that will allow identification of acute work-injury hazards and develop prevention recommendations.
Who you are:
You are passionate about creating meaningful change and want to be a part of a collaborative team that uses research-based data on workplace injury and illnesses to make workplaces safer.
We are interested in your epidemiology research and data analysis skills, your critical thinking, and your ability to communicate clearly and concisely orally and in writing on both technical and non-technical levels.
Why Work for us:
The SHARP program is dedicated to promoting healthy work environments and focuses on workplace safety and health by collaborating with employers and workers and using data to prevent workplace injuries and illnesses. We are a unique, collaborative, multi-disciplinary group of individuals including researchers, safety and health professionals and physicians who conduct research, produce and publish injury prevention resources and communicate injury prevention by collaborating together with other L&I teams and external stakeholders.
In this role you will be directly connected to our mission to “Keep Washington Safe and Working.”
Some of what you’ll do:- Conduct studies to identify incidence and common causes of work-related injuries.
- Compile and maintain data on acute work-related injuries.
- Prepare administrative data for analyses.
- Contribute to peer-reviewed publications.
- Lead writing, or contribute to case investigation reports and trade journal articles.
- Identify and evaluate new sources of surveillance data for work-related injuries.
- Work with lead surveillance epidemiologist to publish required occupational health indicators report annually.
- And much more!
Required:
Knowledge of:- Modern epidemiologic principles and practices including the symptoms, causes, means of transmission and methods of control of injuries and diseases;
- Relative strengths and weaknesses of common epidemiological study designs;
- Strategies to minimize bias and confounding;
- Social determinants of health;
- Biostatistical methodology;
- Computers and programming in database management and statistical software;
- Community organizations and resources related to the field of public health and epidemiology.
- Database management and statistical analysis with programming languages such as SAS, R, SQL or Stata.
- Calculate and interpret measures of burden (e.g. ratios, proportions, incidence or prevalence rates);
- Calculate and interpret summary statistics and associated measures of precision;
- Calculate and interpret results from significance tests and regression modeling;
- Communicate clearly and concisely orally, and in writing on scientific methods and results for technical and non-technical audiences;
- Apply laws and departmental rules and regulations to problems of disease control;
- Establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with governmental, voluntary, and private organizations, and groups concerned with public health services;
A Master’s degree in public health including 12 graduate quarter hours of coursework in biostatistics and 12 graduate quarter hours in epidemiology, AND at least one (1) year of public health research experience with research demonstrating biostatistical techniques such as correlation/regression techniques.
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Bachelor’s degree in public health with concentration in epidemiology AND at least three (3) years of public health research experience with research demonstrating biostatical techniques such as correlation/regression techniques.
OR
Equivalent job experience will substitute year for year for education. Demonstrated job experience of the knowledge, skills and abilities qualifications listed above.
Desired:- Public health coursework or experience in occupational health surveillance and/or research.
State employees who meet the qualifications will become eligible for a generous retirement package at the end of the employee’s career. Click on the “Benefits” tab to learn more.
At L&I, your voice matters. In addition, L&I is a diverse state agency dedicated to the safety and health and security of Washington's 3.3 million workers. Take a look at this brief video and learn more about why L&I is an employer of choice.
To help you maintain a proper work-life balance, teleworking is one of the work schedule options for this position. L&I also offers flexible custom work schedules. For this position, telework is permitted full time with the expectation that there may be a need for some in office work on occasion based upon business needs. The assigned duty station for this position is Tumwater, Washington.
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Application process
We will contact the top candidates directly to interview for this position. Because we base the selection on information provided by you, it is in your best interest to identify the knowledge, skills, and abilities that address the required and desirable qualifications described in the announcement.
Please include the following documents with your application:- A cover letter describing specific qualifications.
- A current resume detailing applicable experience and education.
- A list of at least three professional references with current telephone numbers.
Background Check Notice
Prior to a placement in this position, a background check, including criminal history record will be conducted. Information from your background check will not necessarily preclude employment but will be considered in determining your eligibility to perform the requirements of the position.
Other information
- For positions requiring travel, you must have a valid unrestricted driver's license and have insurance if driving a privately owned vehicle on state business.
- This position is represented by the Washington Federation of State Employees (WFSE).
- Candidates who are offered a job with L&I must possess work authorization that does not require sponsorship by the employer for a visa now or in the future.
- The Department of Labor & Industries complies with the employment eligibility verification requirements of the federal employment eligibility verification form, I-9. The selected candidate must be able to provide proof of identity and eligibility to work in the United States consistent with the requirements of that form on the first day of employment.
- Please note: L&I may use this announcement to fill multiple permanent and/or non-permanent positions.
Washington is America's Top State to live, play, and work, according to U.S. News (2021). Join the L&I team and enjoy all the Evergreen State has to offer.
In addition to offering a positive balance between life and work, L&I provides one of the most competitive benefits packages in the nation. We also believe your voice matters. We value our employees and their work-life balance by encouraging flexible schedules. L&I is a diverse state agency dedicated to the safety and health and security of Washington's 3 million workers.
Veterans Preference
Applicants wishing to claim Veterans Preference should attach to their application a copy of their DD-214 (Member 4 copy), NGB 22, or signed verification of service letter from the United States Department of Veterans Affairs. Please blackout any personally identifiable data such as Social Security numbers. For further information, contact L&I’s Jobs@lni.wa.gov.
Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Employer
L&I employees come from all walks of life. We strive to hire great people from a wide variety of backgrounds. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status.
We believe in the importance of recognizing the value each of us contribute to the success of the agency mission. Having a diverse workforce is this agency’s greatest resource of strength and knowledge. It is through the combination of talents and abilities that we can pursue finding effective measures to provide the best customer service. We are committed to building a diverse and inclusive workplace for everyone and we strongly mean everyone.
The State of Washington is an equal opportunity employer. Persons with a disability who need an accommodation in the application process or testing process, or those needing this announcement in an alternative format, may call 360-902-5700. TTY users should first call 711 to access the Washington Relay Service.
You are welcome to include the name and pronoun you would like to be referred to in your materials and we will honor this as you interact with our award-winning diverse and inclusive organization.
For more Information
If you have any questions regarding this job posting, program, or the agency, please contact Angela Laramie at lari235@lni.wa.gov. - 6 Days Ago
Respiratory Surveillance Epidemiologist Supervisor (Non-Medical) (EPI3) DOH8051 - PROJECT
- State of Washington
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Olympia, WA
FULL_TIME
- JOB This recruitment will be used to fill one (1) full-time, PROJECT Epidemiologist 3 position that is anticipated to be funded through December 31st, 2028. Make a difference. As an Epidemiologist 3 S...
- 2 Days Ago
Respiratory Surveillance Epidemiologist Supervisor (Non-Medical) (EPI3) DOH8051 - PROJECT
- State of Washington
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Multiple Locations Statewide, WA
OTHER
- This recruitment will be used to fill one (1) full-time, PROJECT Epidemiologist 3 position that is anticipated to be funded through December 31st, 2028. Make a difference. As an Epidemiologist 3 Super...
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Epidemiologist (EPI3) - Credentialing Improvement Project - DOH8022
- State of Washington
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Olympia, WA
- This is a full-time, Epidemiologist 3 (EPI3) position. Health Systems Quality Assurance Office of the Assistant Secretar...
- 4/20/2024 12:00:00 AM
Physical Therapist
- ATI Physical Therapy
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Lacey, WA
- Overview: New Graduates and Experienced Clinicians are welcome to apply! Stronger Together: ATI is the largest outpatien...
- 4/20/2024 12:00:00 AM
Medical Assistant (Day)
- Hired by Matrix
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Lacey, WA
- Do you want more than just another job? Are you ready to team up with an organization that values your contributions? Th...
- 4/20/2024 12:00:00 AM
Epidemiologist (EPI3) - Credentialing Improvement Project - DOH8022
- State of Washington
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Olympia, WA
- This is a full-time, Epidemiologist 3 (EPI3) position. Health Systems Quality Assurance Office of the Assistant Secretar...
- 4/20/2024 12:00:00 AM
Optometrist
- National Vision
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Lacey, WA
- Job Description Primary care is more than prescribing contacts and eyeglasses. Our optometrists report seeing a high amo...
- 4/20/2024 12:00:00 AM
Hair Stylist
- Regis Haircare Corporation
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Lacey, WA
- Job Description Hiring for Hair Stylists -- $500 Signing Bonus! Are you ready to join a salon team with supportive leade...
- 4/19/2024 12:00:00 AM
Physical Therapist
- Hiring Now!
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Lacey, WA
- Overview: This position is eligible for a Sign-On Bonus or Loan Reimbursement Stronger Together: ATI is the largest outp...
- 4/19/2024 12:00:00 AM
Travel Nurse RN - Med/Surg in Olympia, WA
- Health Carousel Travel Nursing and Allied Health
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Lacey, WA
- Health Carousel Nursing and Allied Health is seeking a qualified MS Travel RN for the following assignment: Estimated St...
- 4/19/2024 12:00:00 AM
About Lacey, Washington
Lacey is a city in Thurston County, Washington, United States. Established as a suburb of Olympia, its population was 42,393 at the 2010 census out of a county population of 252,264.
According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has a total area of 16.51 square miles (42.76 km2), of which, 16.06 square miles (41.60 km2) is land and 0.45 square miles (1.17 km2) is water....
Source: Wikipedia (as of 04/11/2019). Read more from Wikipedia
Income Estimation for Epidemiologist jobs
$97,199 to $135,956
Lacey, Washington area prices
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