Cancer Epidemiologist, Epidemiologist-E

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This position functions as a professional in a complex work area that utilizes cancer incidence, morbidity, and mortality data to conduct surveillance on cancer in Michigan and conduct analyses to investigate potentially excessive cancer in specific geographies. They use epidemiological best practices for the purpose of informing public health. This position provides information to the MiTracking Program within the Environmental Health Surveillance Section, other sections within the Division of Environmental Health, and to other divisions within the Bureau of Epidemiology and Population Health. They are responsible for responding to inquiries about perceived excessive cancer incidence in particular geographical areas, determining if in fact there is an excess, and if so, recommending additional investigative actions. This involves working with the community throughout the process as necessary. This epidemiologist also provides skilled professional epidemiological surge capacity for other divisions in the bureau in the event of public health emergencies such as COVID-19. This role is critical to preserve the health, safety, and welfare of the residents of Michigan.

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To be considered for this position you must:

* Apply for this position online via NEOGOV; click on "Apply" in the job posting for instructions on submitting your electronic application. Hard copy applications are not accepted.

* Relevant experience and/or education referred to in the supplemental questions must be documented in the resume, transcript and/or application to allow for accurate screening.

* Attach a resume identifying specific experience and dates of employment. Dates of employment should include month and year and hours per week.

* Attach a cover letter.

* If applicable, attach a copy of an official transcript(s). We accept scanned copies of official transcripts. We do not accept web-based, internet, or copies of unofficial transcripts. Official transcripts provide the name of the institution, confirmation that a degree was awarded and on what date, and the registrar's signature.

Failure to complete any of the above items may result in your application not being considered. See instructions for attaching files here: Instructions

Education

Possession of a master's degree with a major in epidemiology or public health with a minimum of 8 semester (12 term) graduate-level hours in epidemiology and biostatistics courses.

Experience

Epidemiologist 10

No specific type or amount is required.

Epidemiologist P11

Two years of professional experience carrying out a variety of surveys, investigations, tests, and analyses of human disease and chronic health conditions, including one year equivalent to an Epidemiologist 10.

Epidemiologist P11

Possession of a doctorate degree in epidemiology may be substituted for the experience requirement.

Position Location/Remote Office: The physical location of this position is 333 South Grand Ave, Lansing, MI 48933. Based on operational needs and within established limits, remote work and alternate or hybrid work schedule requests for this position may be considered.

Selected candidates who have been approved to work remotely or a hybrid schedule must complete that work within Michigan. Candidates should confirm work location and schedule at the time of interview.

Employees will be provided computers to perform state work. Phones may also be provided for necessary communications. If working remotely, employees will be responsible for providing other components of a remote office at their own expense, including:

* A secure work location that allows privacy and prevents distractions.

* A high-speed internet connection of at least 25 Mbps download and 5 Mbps upload.

* Suitable lighting, furniture, and utilities.

Your application for any position does not guarantee you will be contacted by the Department/Agency for further consideration. Only those applicants interviewed will be notified of the results.

The use of artificial intelligence (AI) software of any kind is prohibited in all areas of the selection process; including, but not limited to, responses to application questions, and responses to interview questions or exercises.

As a Condition of Employment: this position requires successful completion of a background investigation and a criminal records check.

If you previously held status in this classification and departed within the last three (3) years, please contact Human Resources regarding your interest in a potential reinstatement. Reinstatement is not guaranteed or required.

The Department of Health & Human Services reserves the right to close this posting prior to its original end date once a sufficient number of applications have been received.

For information about this specific position, please email [email protected]. Please reference the job posting number in subject line.

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