Overview

Tanaq Support Services (TSS) delivers professional, scientific, and technical services and information technology (IT) solutions to federal agencies in the 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 a Maternal Mortality Epidemiologist II to support our federal client. This role will provide epidemiology expertise and support for the the agency's surveillance systems on an ongoing basis.

Responsibilities

• Contributes to maternal mortality data analyses to improve the use of surveillance and program data that advances analytic approaches to understanding characteristics of and prevention opportunities for addressing pregnancy-related deaths
• Contributes to maternal mortality data analyses to improve understanding of characteristics of and prevention opportunities for addressing pregnancy-related deaths and draft dissemination products (e.g., manuscripts, reports, presentations).
• Provides technical assistance to state, local and other health agencies on maternal mortality case identification, review, and data use both virtually and through site visits.
• Uses health equity principles to inform analytic approaches and activities. 
• Participates in project-related meetings and calls.

Required Experience and Skills

• At least 2 years of experience in maternal and child health epidemiology programs at the federal or state level.
• At least 2 years of direct analytic experience with vital records data, and familiarity with secondary data sources commonly used in states for monitoring maternal health.   
• Highly detail-oriented, works well within a diverse team
• Possess a high degree of initiative and flexibility to adapt to shifting priorities
• Works well independently or within a team structure
• Communicates effectively in a positive and professional manner
• Prioritizes activities when under tight deadlines. 
• Strong oral and written communication skills applied to communicating with diverse audiences, both scientific and non- scientific
• Intermediate proficiency in data management and analysis using SAS, R, or SPSS
• Ability to prioritize activities when under tight deadlines.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to obtain government clearance.

Education and Training

• Master’s degree with a concentration in epidemiology, biostatistics, or a closely related discipline.

Physical Requirements

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

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 more information, visit Know Your Rights and Pay Transparency Statement.

If you are an individual with a disability and need assistance completing any part of the application process, please email accommodation@tanaq.com to request a reasonable accommodation. This email is for accommodation requests only and cannot be used to inquire about the status of applications.

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