Epidemiologist- Faculty - USA Health

USA Health is Transforming Medicine along the Gulf Coast to care for the unique needs of our community. 

USA Health is changing how medical care, education and research impact the health of people who live in Mobile and the surrounding area. Our team of doctors, advanced care providers, nurses, therapists and researchers provide the region's most advanced medicine at multiple facilities, campuses, clinics and classrooms. We offer patients convenient access to innovative treatments and advancements that improve the health and overall wellbeing of our community.

The Epidemiologist will design epidemiological studies of health problems with a focus on lower Alabama, organize and direct the staff and student workforce in carrying out these studies, compile and analyze results, and prepare reports for health centers, public health authorities, as well as the general public. Additionally, will participate in the education of medical students and residents

Supervisory Responsibilities:

•Hires staff members, directs and evaluates their job performances and provides training and guidance.

Duties/Responsibilities:

• Proposes and designs research projects in epidemiology using both environmental and community studies.
• Defines and identifies population groups for study and evaluation of risk from various environmental dangers.
• Analyzes results and supervises the preparation of research project reports.
• Writes proposals for future research projects and prepares requests for project funding.
• Prepares reports to be presented to other scientific research facilities and to government administrators.
• Gives educational talks to community groups.
• Acts as a consultant to other scientists in the department and in the larger scientific community.
• Provides educational resources as well as direct educational contact with pre-medical and medical students

Required Skills/Abilities:

• Knowledge of the design and administration of epidemiological research.
• Analytical, organizational, and leadership skills for staff supervision and direction.
• Excellent verbal and written skills to prepare reports and proposals and presenting information to outside scientific and community groups.

Education and Experience:

• A Ph.D. degree in epidemiology, public health, medicine, or a related field.

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A curriculum vitae is required to apply.  A cover letter is optional.