Public Health Expert

Position Overview: The Public Health Expert is a critical member of the project team responsible for providing public health expertise, guiding health equity-focused analyses, and ensuring that project activities align with public health objectives. This role bridges the gap between data-driven research and public health impact, contributing to the design, interpretation, and dissemination of findings to address health disparities and improve overall population health.

Responsibilities:

Health Equity-Focused Analysis: Collaborate with data scientists to design and execute health equity-focused studies. Identify disparities, vulnerabilities, and social determinants of health in disease patterns and outcomes among different population groups.

Research Design: Contribute to the formulation of research questions, study designs, and data collection strategies that consider public health implications. Ensure that research efforts align with the project's public health goals.

Public Health Policies: Analyze public health policies, guidelines, and trends, providing insights that inform project direction. Stay informed about emerging public health issues and research methodologies.

Interdisciplinary Collaboration: Work closely with data scientists, analysts, and other members of the project team to frame analyses in the context of public health research. Provide input on data interpretation, ensuring that findings are actionable and impactful.

Health Disparities Identification: Utilize data analysis to identify disparities in disease patterns, outcomes, and healthcare access across different demographic groups, particularly focusing on vulnerable and underserved populations.

Communication of Findings: Assist in interpreting and communicating epidemiological findings to diverse audiences, including policymakers, healthcare professionals, community organizations, and the public. Contribute to the dissemination of research findings in a manner that promotes health equity.

Collaboration with Stakeholders: Collaborate with external partners, including the CDC and public health agencies, to ensure that project activities align with broader public health initiatives and goals.

Ethical Considerations: Ensure that research and analyses adhere to ethical considerations in public health research, including informed consent, privacy, and data sharing.

Health Education: Provide insights and educational materials to the project team regarding public health concepts, terminology, and best practices.

Continuous Learning: Stay updated on the latest developments in public health research, epidemiology, and health equity. Incorporate new knowledge and methodologies into the project to enhance its impact.

Qualifications:

Master's or Ph.D. in Public Health, Epidemiology, or a related field with a strong focus on health equity and disparities. Demonstrated experience (typically 3+ years) in public health research, particularly in analyzing population health data, identifying health disparities, and contributing to health equity-focused initiatives. Familiarity with epidemiological methods, data analysis techniques, and statistical tools used in public health research. Knowledge of health disparities, social determinants of health, and their impact on disease outcomes. Excellent communication skills, capable of effectively conveying complex public health concepts to both technical and non-technical stakeholders. Experience working with diverse populations and understanding the cultural and socioeconomic factors that influence health. Strong collaboration skills to work effectively with cross-functional teams, public health agencies, and community organizations. Ethical and trustworthy, with a commitment to maintaining the highest level of integrity and professionalism in public health research. Knowledge of data privacy regulations (e.g., HIPAA) and ethical considerations in handling healthcare data.