Epidemiologist I - MPOX Vaccine Study

Department of Public Health – Seattle & King County is looking for an Epidemiologist to conduct analyses and performance measurement for a CDC grant looking to assess the effectiveness of the MPOX vaccine. The Epidemiologist selected for this position will work in the Sexual Health Clinic which is part of the HIV/STD/HCV Program in the Prevention Division. The main purpose of this position is to assist with data management and analyses, including dashboard development, and report writing. Other activities include data presentations and data collection.

 

Background

Public Health Prevention Division, HIV/STI/HCV program offers services and resources to decrease new infections and help those living with HIV, STDs, and HCV lead healthier lives.

Program Website: HIV/STI/HCV Program - King County, Washington

Note: This posting will create a list of qualified candidates that may be considered for selection of additional career service, term limited temporary (TLT), short-term temporary (STT), or special duty assignment (SDA) vacancies over the next 6 months. 

 

Commitment To Equity and Social Justice

Named after Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr., one of the most influential civil rights leaders in our nation's history, King County is a vibrant international community with residents that represent countries from around the world. It is a region with increasing diversity that cherishes the traditions of many cultures.

 

The county government has a deep commitment to equity and social justice and advancing practices, strategies, and policies that promote fairness, justice, and opportunity for all – in our workplaces and our communities. With this commitment, King County has adopted a pro-equity agenda to advance regional change and ensure that residents from all communities are incorporated into our emergency planning and public outreach efforts.

 

We recognize that structural racism consists of principles and practices that cause and justify an inequitable distribution of rights, opportunities, and experiences across racial groups. Since declaring Racism is a Public Health Crisis in June 2020, King County and Public Health committed to being intentionally anti-racist and accountable to Black, Indigenous and People of Color communities.

 

To learn more, please visit http://www.kingcounty.gov/elected/executive/equity-social-justice.aspx

 

Work Schedule

The typical work schedule is 20 hours per week and may include Saturdays and evenings with occasional holiday work. This position is .50 FTE and is Non-Exempt and is eligible for overtime.

 

Work Location

The work associated with this position will be performed predominately through a hybrid work schedule with at least 1 day a week in the office onsite at the Ninth and Jefferson Building on the 11th floor located at 908 Jefferson St. Seattle, WA 98104.

Teleworking:

Some of the work associated with this position will be performed through teleworking, and will report to office location and to meetings as needed. Travel to other work locations may be necessary. Employees will have access to shared workspaces at various King County facilities. Employees must reside in Washington state and within a reasonable distance to their King County worksite to respond to workplace reporting requirements. 

 

Employees will be provided with a County issued laptop and must maintain a workspace with an internet connection where they can reliably perform work and remain available and responsive during scheduled work hours.   To support employees during this time King County has a robust collection of tools and resources to support working remotely. The individual selected for this opportunity will be joining an innovative and progressive team.