About this opportunity
Maricopa County lists this Epidemiologist opportunity in phoenix, Arizona. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
Posting Date
09/23/26
Application Deadline
09/28/26
Pay Range
Anticipated Hiring Range: $65,000 - $70,625 annually
Full Pay Range: $65,000 - $87,500 annually
Salary offers are based on the candidate's equivalent experience and internal equity with other employees within the same job classification. This position is not eligible for overtime compensation.
Job Type
Contractor with Benefits
Department
Public Health
About the Position
Are you ready to help internal and external partners improve the health of the community within Maricopa County? If you find yourself inspired to put your analytical skills to work in the public health sector, consider applying for the Epidemiologist role!
As an Epidemiologist in the Office of Communicable Disease Data, Surveillance, and Outbreak Response, you will be responsible for the analysis, interpretation, and communication of vaccine-preventable disease data. You will compile and analyze data, monitor disease and immunization trends, and produce reports and visualizations to support data-driven strategies that inform public health action.
Please note that this is a contract position with an anticipated end date of June 30, 2027.
About Us
Come work for Maricopa County Department of Public Health, the 3rd largest health jurisdiction in the U.S.! MCDPH's mission is to increase the quality of life for our residents by collaborating with the community to develop and implement strategies, programs, and services addressing the emerging and changing needs of public health. We aim to serve Maricopa County residents with a focus on impact and a data-driven approach to our work. We value our staff's unique skills and differences, as well as the varied experiences and disciplines we represent. Together, we are working towards our vision of creating a healthy, thriving Maricopa County for all.
Proud to Offer
Work with a greater purpose
Tuition reimbursement
Exceptional work-life balance, with hybrid work schedule options
Opportunities for growth and development within Maricopa County
Low-cost, high-value healthcare for you and your qualifying dependents
Child care benefits, including access to the Maricopa County Kids Club, dedicated to serving Maricopa County families
Paid vacation, sick time, and parental leave
Extensive wellness program, including an incentive
Enrollment in the Arizona State Retirement System, a defined retirement benefit requiring an 11.98% per paycheck contribution rate that includes a 100% employer match on Day 1
Want to learn more about the County's Qualifying and Compensation Philosophy? Follow this link to learn more! Work With Us | Maricopa County, AZ
We Require
Master's degree in epidemiology, biostatistics, or a closely related public health field
An equivalent combination of post-secondary education and/or job-related experience may substitute for the minimum qualifications on a year-for-year basis
We Also Value
Skilled in analysis software such as R or SAS
Job Contributions
Conduct epidemiologic analyses of vaccine-preventable disease data to monitor disease trends and identify populations or areas of increased risk
Develop and maintain reports, dashboards, maps, and other data products to communicate findings and support data-driven public health actions
Analyze vaccination coverage and school immunization data to identify trends, disparities, and potential gaps in vaccination
Collaborate with epidemiologists, Community Wellness and Health staff, and other internal and external partners to provide accurate and timely epidemiologic information
Support cooperative agreement activities, performance measures, and grant deliverables through data analysis, reporting, and evaluation activities
Working Conditions
Within one month of hire, all employees will be required to provide evidence of immunity or receive immunizations for vaccine-preventable illnesses for any position within the Maricopa County Department of Public Health; required immunizations include MMR (measles, mumps, rubella), Tdap (whooping cough and diphtheria), Varicella (chickenpox), and annual Influenza; some positions require a Hepatitis B vaccine and/or a Tuberculosis test
Exerting up to 10 lbs. occasionally or negligible weights frequently; sitting most of the time
Must be able to participate in emergency response training as scheduled and be available as directed in the event of a public health emergency
Selection Procedure
Consideration will only be given to candidates who submit online applications
Candidates will be contacted primarily through email and their Workday online application profile
Must pass a pre-employment background and/or fingerprint investigation as required by statute or policy, including drug and alcohol testing requirements for positions designated as safety-sensitive
Maricopa County is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all applicants. If you require a reasonable accommodation during the application process or to perform the essential functions of the position under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), please contact to initiate the interactive process.
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Worksite address
phoenix, AZ, 85003, US
Who can apply
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