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Job Description
nThe Division of Disease Control’s mission is to safeguard the health of New Yorkers through identification, surveillance, treatment, control, and prevention of infectious diseases, which is achieved through varied and interrelated endeavors of its seven Bureaus. The Bureau of Communicable Disease(BCD), part of the Division of Disease Control, is responsible for the surveillance, prevention, and control of over 70 infectious diseases including foodborne, enteric, waterborne, respiratory (including COVID-19),zoonotic, and vector-borne diseases. Reporting to a Foodborne Evaluation Specialist, this Foodborne Disease Epidemiologist will provide support for foodborne disease surveillance and cluster and outbreak detection and response activities. The Foodborne Disease Epidemiologist will manage Shiga toxin- producing E.coli and hemolytic uremic syndrome surveillance and collaborate with the Division of Environmental Health, the Public Health Laboratory, and local, state, and federal partners.
nDUTIES WILL INCLUDE BUT NOT BELIMITED TO:
nnnManage surveillance for Shiga toxin- producing E.coli and hemolytic uremic syndrome
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nnReview foodborne disease case investigation forms, clean data, and assist in data collection
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nnMaintain up-to-date protocols and factsheets and keep up-to-date on changes in case definitions and disease trends
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nnPerform analysis of foodborne disease surveillance, cluster, and outbreak data and produce reports
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nnWork on analytic projects and respond to data requests, as needed
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nnRespond to foodborne disease clusters and outbreaks and liaise with bureaus within the Agency, as well as local, state, and federal partners
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nnRespond to all Citywide emergencies as part of the Incident Command Structure
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n nPREFERRED SKILLS:
nnnExperience with disease surveillance, infectious diseases, and database management
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nnAbility to work independently and in teams to collect and analyze data, including leading outbreak and cluster investigations
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nnExcellent written and verbal communication skills with the ability to interpret data and convey concepts clearly and concisely
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nnProficiency with SAS (programming and analysis) or other analytic software, Adobe Acrobat, and MS Office software; ability to learn new data systems quickly, document in the data systems, and comply with data integrity and security to safeguard all person a identifiable information
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nnFlexibility and adaptability are key attributes for this position; candidates should be highly organized with the ability to manage multiple simultaneous projects
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n nWhy you should work for us:
nnnLoan Forgiveness: As a prospective employee of the City of New York, you may be eligible for federal/state loan forgiveness and repayment assistance programs that lessen your payments or even fully forgive your full balance. For more information, please visit the U.S. Department of Education’s website (
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nnBenefits: City employees are entitled to unmatched benefits such as:
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n no a premium-free health insurance plan that saves employees over $10K annually, per a 2024 assessment.
no additional health, fitness, and financial benefits may be available based on the position’s associated union/benefit fund.
no a public sector defined benefit pension plan with steady monthly payments in retirement.
no a tax-deferred savings program and
no a robust Worksite Wellness Program that offers resources and opportunities to keep you healthy while serving New Yorkers.
nnnWork From Home Policy: Depending on your position, you may be able to work up to two days during the week from home.
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nnJob Security - you could enjoy more job security compared to private sector employment and be able to contribute to making NYC a healthy place to live and work.
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n nEstablished in 1805, the New York City Department of Health and Mental Hygiene (NYC Health Department) is the oldest and largest health department in the U.S., dedicated to protecting and improving the health of NYC. Our mission is to safeguard the health of every resident and cultivate a city where everyone, regardless of age, background, or location, can achieve their optimal health. We provide a wide array of programs and services focused on food and nutrition, anti-tobacco support, chronic disease prevention, HIV/AIDS treatment, family and child health, environmental health, mental health, and social justice initiatives. As the primary population health strategist and policy authority for NYC, with a rich history of public health initiatives and scientific advancements, from addressing the 1822 yellow fever outbreak to the COVID-19 pandemic, we serve as a global leader in public health innovation and expertise.
nCome join us and help to continue our efforts in making a difference in the lives of all New Yorkers!
nThe NYC Health Department is an inclusive equal opportunity employer committed to providing access and reasonable accommodation to all individuals. To request reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, contact Sye-Eun Ahn, Director of the Office of Equal Employment Opportunity, at or .
nCITY RESEARCH SCIENTIST - 21744
nQualifications
nnFor Assignment Level I (only physical, biological and environmental sciences and public health) A master's degree from an accredited college or university with a specialization in an appropriate field of physical, biological or environmental science or in public health.
n nTo be appointed to Assignment Level II and above, candidates must have:
nnnA doctorate degree from an accredited college or university with specialization in an appropriate field of physical, biological, environmental or social science and one year of full-time experience in a responsible supervisory, administrative or research capacity in the appropriate field of specialization; or
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nnA master's degree from an accredited college or university with specialization in an appropriate field of physical, biological, environmental or social science and three years of responsible full-time research experience in the appropriate field of specialization; or
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nnEducation and/or experience which is equivalent to "1" or "2" above. However, all candidates must have at least a master's degree in an appropriate field of specialization and at least two years of experience described in "2" above. Two years as a City Research Scientist Level I can be substituted for the experience required in "1" and "2" above.
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n nNOTE:
nProbationary Period
nAppointments to this position are subject to a minimum probationary period of one year.
nAdditional Information
nThe City of New York is an inclusive equal opportunity employer committed to recruiting and retaining a diverse workforce and providing a work environment that is free from discrimination and harassment based upon any legally protected status or protected characteristic, including but not limited to an individual's sex, race, color, ethnicity, national origin, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, veteran status, gender identity, or pregnancy.
nSalary Min: $ 87,743.00
nSalary Max: $100,904.00
Worksite address
new york, NY, 10261, US
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