QA Epidemiologist
PPH-Domestic-Core-TB
Full Time
84343BR
Job Summary
Please note: This position is contract role,up to 5 years with possibility of conversion to career. We offer full benefits (medial, dental, vision, 403B & pension plans)
This position is based in Richmond, CA and offers a hybrid work environment including both remote and office centered work. The standard for hybrid work is a minimum of four days per week in-person and up to one teleworking day per week. The amount of telework is at the discretion of the Department's operational business needs and subject to change at any time consistent with the CDPH Telework Program.
Starting salary range: $87,900-92,000 per year
The mission of the California Department of Public Health (CDPH), Tuberculosis Control Branch is to reduce tuberculosis (TB) in California with the eventual aim of eliminating the disease in the state. Tuberculosis (TB) is a life-threatening disease transmitted through the air with extensive medical and economic consequences. It is the leading infectious disease killer in the world, and continues to be a serious public health issue in California. Every year, about 2,000 Californians are diagnosed with TB, of whom half require hospitalization. 1 in 6 individuals diagnosed with TB die within five years, even with modern treatments and survivors may experience lifelong disability. If, like us, you are committed to improving the health of all Californians, please consider joining our welcoming and diverse team of mission-driven professionals.
In this role, you will work as part of the TB registry team to ensure complete and accurate reporting of TB in California. You will develop subject matter expertise in TB reporting guidelines and in data quality control. You will act independently to conduct trainings on TB reporting, data quality, and the use of electronic surveillance reporting systems and directly assist local health department staff when they have questions or concerns in these areas. You will serve as a storyteller by developing data visualizations and dashboards to make public health data useful and accessible for internal and external audiences. You will also develop and refine reports used by CDPH and local health departments, analyze and interpret data, and present data to public health audiences.
The final salary and offer components are subject to additional approvals based on UC policy.
Your placement within the salary range is dependent on a number of factors including your work experience and internal equity within this position classification at UCSF. For positions that are represented by a labor union, placement within the salary range will be guided by the rules in the collective bargaining agreement.
To learn more about the benefits of working at UCSF, including total compensation, please visit: https://ucnet.universityofcalifornia.edu/compensation-and-benefits/index.html
Department Description
Institute for Global Health Sciences works with the California Department of Public Health on several projects to help improve the health of Californians. One of these projects include the Tuberculosis Control Branch (TBCB), and is located at the CDPH campus in Richmond, CA. CDPH is dedicated to optimizing the health and well-being of the people in California. To protect and improve the health of all, TBCB provides leadership and resources to prevent and control tuberculosis (TB). This mission is carried out in collaboration with local health jurisdictions and stakeholders in the public and private sectors. IGHS is dedicated to improving health and reducing the burden of disease in the world's most vulnerable populations. It integrates UCSF expertise in all of the health, social, and biological sciences, and focuses that expertise on pressing issues in global health. IGHS works with partners in countries throughout the world to achieve these aims. https://globalhealthsciences.ucsf.edu/california-department-public-health-programs
Required Qualifications
- BA/BS with a major in a related field and 3 or more years of experience in administrative analysis or operations research; or an equivalent combination of education and experience
- Proficiency in SAS programming language
- Research skills at a level to evaluate alternate solutions and develop recommendations
- Ability to develop subject matter expertise necessary to consult with and train others
- Highly developed written and verbal communication skills in English and ability to collaborate with other professionals and other staff; ability to write effectively communicate complex information for scientific publications in a clear and concise manger.
- Knowledge of research methods and techniques including statistical procedures
- Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Access, PowerPoint, Excel and Outlook
Preferred Qualifications
- Master's in Public Health (MPH)
- Knowledge of tuberculosis disease, control and prevention
- Experience with and knowledge of CDC tuberculosis surveillance procedures and forms, specifically the Report of a Verified Case of Tuberculosis (RVCT)
- Demonstrated interested in Public Health Informatics
- Ability to prepare programmatic and statistical reports
- Ability and willingness to travel
- Proficiency in one or more languages: R, SQL, python, etc.
- Proficiency in one or more data visualization packages (e.g., PowerBI, Tableau, Rshiny)
- Research skills at a level to evaluate alternate solutions and develop recommendations
About UCSF
The University of California, San Francisco (UCSF) is a leading university dedicated to promoting health worldwide through advanced biomedical research, graduate-level education in the life sciences and health professions, and excellence in patient care. It is the only campus in the 10-campus UC system dedicated exclusively to the health sciences. We bring together the world's leading experts in nearly every area of health. We are home to five Nobel laureates who have advanced the understanding of cancer, neurodegenerative diseases, aging and stem cells.
Pride Values
UCSF is a diverse community made of people with many skills and talents. We seek candidates whose work experience or community service has prepared them to contribute to our commitment to professionalism, respect, integrity, diversity and excellence - also known as our PRIDE values.
In addition to our PRIDE values, UCSF is committed to equity - both in how we deliver care as well as our workforce. We are committed to building a broadly diverse community, nurturing a culture that is welcoming and supportive, and engaging diverse ideas for the provision of culturally competent education, discovery, and patient care. Additional information about UCSF is available at diversity.ucsf.edu
Join us to find a rewarding career contributing to improving healthcare worldwide.
Equal Employment Opportunity
The University of California San Francisco is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information.
Organization
Campus
Job Code and Payroll Title
006257 RSCH DATA ANL 3
Job Category
Professional (Non-Clinical), Research and Scientific
Bargaining Unit
99 - Policy-Covered (No Bargaining Unit)
Employee Class
Contract
Percentage
100%
Location
Richmond, CA
Work Style
Flexible
Shift
Days
Shift Length
8 Hours
Additional Shift Details
Monday-Friday; 8am-5pm