Overview

Tanaq Support Services (TSS) delivers professional, scientific, and technical services and information technology (IT) solutions to federal agencies in health, agriculture, technology, and other government services. TSS is a subsidiary of the St. George Tanaq Corporation, an Alaskan Native Corporation (ANC) committed to serving Federal customers while also giving back to the Tanaq native community and shareholders.

About the Role

We are seeking an Epidemiologist II to provide support to the Division of Healthcare Quality Promotion (DHQP) at the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC).

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with CDC staff to monitor, manage, and analyze data submitted to the Clinical and Environmental Microbiology Branch (CEMB) through various surveillance systems and detection network.
• Create and submit well- formatted and documented SAS code to conduct quality control and manipulation of data bases including merging, managing, and updating data; generating standard reports; performing data quality reviews; data editing/cleaning; and resolving data quality problems.
• Demonstrate proficiency in Python, R, and SAS for data science to perform data management, design database structure, and guide development for various activities and programs in CEMB.
• Create and submit SAS or R code to conduct statistical and epidemiological analyses in support of CDC scientists including frequency analyses, 2X2 analyses, and logistic regression.
• Develop experience and expertise managing and interpreting laboratory-generated results and consults on guidance, training, technical assistance, and user support to submitting organizations and public health partners who use the data submitted.
• Develop strategies to improve the collection, analysis, and use of laboratory-generated and epidemiologic data, particularly those related to antibiotic resistance detection and characterization.
• Develop internal and external-facing communication products for healthcare-associated infections and antibiotic resistance, in collaboration with CDC staff.
• Develop and prepare data summaries, feedback reports, and presentations for partners
• Participate in and/or coordinate meetings, conferences, conference calls, webinars, and in-person meetings with internal and external partners. as needed.
• Communicate and coordinate with internal and external partners to ensure data and findings are accessible and interpreted correctly.
• Use critical thinking, problem solving, and decision-making as it relates to data interpretation and evaluation to provide recommendations for using data for action. Assist DHQP subject matter experts (SMEs) with the development and implementation of work plans and work with partners (internal and external) to accomplish public health surveillance and other program goals.

Required Experience and Skills

• Minimum 3 years of professional experience in epidemiology.
• Must be proficient in Python, R, and SAS for data science to perform data management and design database structure.
• Experience creating and submitting SAS or R code to conduct statistical and epidemiological analyses, including frequency analyses, 2X2 analyses, and logistic regression.
• Experience creating and submitting well-formatted and documented SAS code to conduct quality control and manipulation of data bases.
• Ability to develop strategies to improve the collection, analysis, and use of laboratory-generated and epidemiologic data.
• Experience performing data management and designing database structure.
• Experience working at CDC or in a public health setting preferred.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office suite, including familiarity with Access.
• Strong attention to detail.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced setting.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Effective organization skills.
• Ability to obtain a government clearance.

Education and Training

• Master’s degree in Public Health, Epidemiology or closely related field.
• SAS certification preferred.

While Executive Order 14042 is not being enforced at this time, we reserve the right to request proof of COVID­19 vaccination, proof of eligibility for an exemption, or periodic testing should the federal agency that this position supports require it.

Physical Requirements

• Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer. May need to lift 25 pounds regularly.

Who We Are

Tanaq Support Services strives to deeply understand and analyze our clients’ vision, needs, and requirements so we may provide alternative solutions, empowering them to choose the best resolution. We aim to achieve excellence by delivering on our commitments to our clients, employees, and partners.

TSS is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer and participates in E- Verify. All employment decisions are based on merit, qualifications, and abilities. We welcome and encourage diversity in our workforce. Our policies provide equal employment opportunity to all employees and qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, disability, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, transgender status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other protected characteristic under federal, state, or local laws. For individuals with disabilities who would like to request an accommodation, please contact us for assistance.

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