Reference #: 4628661 THE POSITION The Bureau of Epidemiology, Healthcare-Associated Infection Prevention Division, is seeking an Epidemiologist to protect public health and provide expertise in the supervision of epidemiological data. If you enjoy working to prevent and control healthcare-associated infections by leading a team that keeps our Commonwealth safe, we want to talk to you!

DESCRIPTION OF WORK

An Epidemiologist is a leader for antimicrobial stewardship (AS) and provides supervision to a research team. You will provide scientific and technical expertise as the primary AS liaison between local and state health departments, Healthcare-Associated Infections and Antimicrobial Resistance Coordinator, healthcare facilities, Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), professional societies, and other community partners. You will develop statewide epidemiology procedures, advise programs for preventive medicine, and guide investigation reporting activities. Importantly, you will direct activities under the CDC-funded Strengthening Healthcare-Associated Infections Antimicrobial Resistance Programs Capacity (SHARP) grant in cooperation with division peers.

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Work Schedule and Additional Information: Full-time employment, 37.5 hours per week. Work hours are 8:30 AM to 5:00 PM, Monday - Friday, with a 60-minute lunch. The headquarters location will be determined by the selected applicant. You will have the option to work in one of the following locations: 625 Forster Street, Harrisburg, PA 17120 625 Cherry Street, Reading, PA 19602 223 West Otterman Street, Greensburg, PA 15601 Telework: You may have the opportunity to work from home (telework) part-time. In order 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 will have the option to report to the headquarters office in Harrisburg, Reading, or Greensburg. Salary:In some cases, the starting salary may be non-negotiable. You will receive further communication regarding this position via email. Check your email, including spam/junk folders, for these notices.   REQUIRED EXPERIENCE, TRAINING & ELIGIBILITY

QUALIFICATIONS Minimum Experience and Training Requirements: Possession of either a Doctor of Public Health (DrPH) degree, Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) degree in epidemiology, Doctoral degree in Medicine (MD), Osteopathy (DO), Dental Surgery/Medicine (DDS/DDM/DMD), or Veterinary Medicine (DVM); AND two years of professional experience investigating disease outbreaks, designing and conducting epidemiologic studies, or designing and maintaining a disease surveillance system; or Possession of a Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) degree in a biological science such as biology, genetics, nursing or virology; AND either a Master of Public Health (MPH) degree or Master of Science (MS) degree in epidemiology; AND two years of professional experience investigating disease outbreaks, designing and conducting epidemiologic studies, or designing and maintaining a disease surveillance system. Other Requirements: 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, and the information contained therein will not be considered for the purposes of determining your eligibility for the position. Information to support your eligibility for the position must be provided on the application (i.e., relevant, detailed experience/education). If you are claiming education in your answers to the supplemental application questions, you must attach a copy of your college transcripts for your claim to be accepted toward meeting the minimum requirements. Unofficial transcripts are acceptable. Your applica ion must be submitted by the posting closing date. Late applications and other required materials will not be accepted. Failure to comply with the above application requirements may eliminate you from consideration for this position.

Veterans:

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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 (also referred to as a written exam). Your score is based on the detailed information you provide on your application and in response to the supplemental questions. Your score is valid for this specific posting only. You must provide complete and accurate information or: your score may be lower than deserved. you may be disqualified. You may only apply/test once for this posting. Your results will be provided via email.

The Commonwealth is an equal employment opportunity employer and is committed to a diverse workforce. The Commonwealth values inclusion as we seek to recruit, develop, and retain the most qualified people to serve the citizens of Pennsylvania. The Commonwealth 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 applicable federal or state law. All diverse candidates are encouraged to apply.