Job DescriptionThe Cutler Institute at the University of Southern Maine is seeking a Research Associate I - Epidemiologist. The Muskie School of Public Service is Maine's distinguished public policy school, combining an extensive applied research and technical assistance portfolio with rigorous undergraduate and graduate degree and certificate programsin geography-anthropology; tourism and hospitality; policy, planning, and management (MPPM); and public health (MPH). The school is nationally recognized for applying innovative knowledge to critical issues in the fields of sustainable development and health and human service policy and management and is home to the Cutler Institute for Health and Social Policy. The Research Associate I assists a team of USM epidemiologists in building epidemiology at USM and Maine CDC (the state's health department) specifically focusing on topics in Environmental Health. The Research Associate will be responsible for aspects of creating, implementing, and sustaining systems for public health surveillance within the Maine CDC. This includes assessing the burden and trends of environmental health-related outcomes, exposures, and risk factors in the general population and among sub-populations. This position will provide epidemiology support to programs within Maine CDC's Toxicology and Environmental Epidemiology Program (TEEP), including Maine's Environmental Public Health Tracking Program, Climate and Health Program, and partner activities (e.g. carbon monoxide poisoning surveillance, childhood lead poisoning prevention, water quality surveillance) as requested. In addition, the RA-I will collaborate on epidemiologic studies with Maine CDC programs and with partners in other state and federal agencies. This is a grant funded position with a starting annual salary up to $65,000. This is a hybrid remote position, with in-office days at the Maine CDC building in Augusta. The University of Southern Maine provides highly competitive benefits that include generous paid time off (13 paid holidays plus earned vacation and sick time); health, dental and vision insurance; life insurance; short- and long-term disability insurance; a tuition waiver program for employees and tuition discounts for spouses and eligible dependents; a 403(b)-retirement plan with 10% employer contribution; and more. To learn more, please review the Benefits Information Summary. The University of Southern Maine is a vibrant academic community located in the greater Portland, Maine area, including campuses in Portland, Augusta, Gorham, Lewiston, and online. USM is part of the University of Maine System and offers a comprehensive array of undergraduate and graduate programs, emphasizing hands-on learning, community engagement, and interdisciplinary collaboration. With a highly engaged student-centered learning environment, USM is a steward of higher education, helping drive the economic, cultural, and civic life in the communities where our campuses are located and beyond. USM is committed to providing expanded access to high-quality education that elevates economic opportunity and contributes significantly to the vitality of a diverse society. To learn more about USM, visit About Our University. The University of Southern Maine embraces an inclusive campus community that values the expression of differences in ways that promote excellence in teaching, learning, personal development, and institutional success. The Office of Equity, Inclusion and Community Impact supports USM's DEIA- and Community Impact-focused departments, committees, groups, projects, training, and events. USM encourages women, veterans, individuals with disabilities, and people from diverse racial, ethnic, and cultural backgrounds to apply. We are dedicated to our Service Promise, Student Focused Every Day and seek a team member who embraces this commitment and upholds our core values of Respect & Care, Integrity, Equity, and Responsiveness.
Required Qualifications: - Master's Degree in Epidemiology, Public Health or related field, preferably from an accredited school of public health, and a minimum of 1 year of epidemiologic-related work experience.
- Demonstrated mastery of basic principles of epidemiology and public health.
- Strong quantitative and qualitative research skills, including knowledge of major computer-based statistical packages, preferably SAS.
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- Cover Letter
- Resume/Curriculum Vitae
- Finalist candidates will be asked to provide a list of the names and contact information for references.
For full consideration please submit all required materials by
December 12, 2024. We are not able to consider applicants who require Visa sponsorship support.Appropriate background screening will be conducted for the successful candidate.
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