Job Description

Bering-Alaka`ina Holdings (BAH) is looking for an Epidemiologist II - Entomology and Ecology Team (EET) to provide support for our government customer in Fort Collins, Colorado .

DESCRIPTION OF RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Provide Level II (Mid-Level) epidemiology and surveillance support services to the Bacterial Diseases Branch. Support shall include activities in a dynamic environment involving epidemiologic data collection, management, and analysis; scientific writing and dissemination; project coordination and protocol support; vaccine policy support; collaboration with external partners; quality assurance; and coordination of surveillance, prevention, and public health response activities.
• Perform epidemiologic data collection, analysis, and manuscript preparation activities to support public health practices related to bacterial vector-borne disease surveillance, prevention, and control.
• Perform data management and analysis, including supporting the collection, cleaning, analysis, and interpretation of epidemiologic data using appropriate statistical methods for surveillance, research, and program evaluation.
• Provide scientific writing support, including preparation of tables, slides, abstracts, conference materials, and manuscript contributions, including data cleaning, statistical analysis, and drafting of technical content.
• Maintain scientific integrity by adhering to ethical and scientific standards and completing required training, including ethics and human subjects research training.
• Participate in meetings and provide communication support to inform federal agencies, national, state, and local health agencies, and other stakeholders regarding research findings and project activities.
• Provide project coordination and oversight support, including assisting in the development of study protocols and supporting IRB and OMB approval and renewal processes; coordinating multiple epidemiologic projects concurrently; and maintaining communication with internal and external stakeholders to ensure alignment with project objectives.
• Provide scientific meeting support, including scheduling virtual and in-person meetings; preparing agendas and supporting materials; capturing meeting minutes and action items; and distributing meeting summaries within one (1) week of each meeting.
• Support science dissemination by assisting in the preparation of technical reports and presentations summarizing project status, findings, and recommendations.
• Provide quality assurance and methodological support by promoting scientific rigor, ensuring data quality, and supporting adherence to epidemiologic best practices across projects.
• Support development of materials for professional organizations by gathering input from subject matter experts, coordinating document reviews, and preparing summary documents regarding Lyme disease vaccines and other preventive measures.
• Provide meeting support for vaccine-related activities, including scheduling meetings, preparing agendas and materials, capturing meeting minutes, and distributing summaries within one (1) week of each meeting.
• Support development of scientific summaries and communications by coordinating with subject matter experts and preparing materials related to vaccine performance and prevention strategies for use by professional organizations and stakeholders.
• Participate in meetings and provide communication support related to public health guidance development for Lyme disease vaccines and other preventive measures.
• Provide administrative, logistical, and epidemiologic support for public health response activities for DVBD and CDC, including emergency response efforts.
• Support data collection, entry, and case follow-up activities in coordination with CDC staff and state and local health departments.
• Provide timely responses to inquiries regarding subject matter expertise and CDC resources, as directed.
• May be required to support activities outside of standard business hours, including evenings, weekends, or holidays, within the established labor-hour structure, based on program needs.

REQUIRED DEGREE/EDUCATION/CERTIFICATION:

Bachelor's of Science in Biology, Chemistry, Math, Public Health, Epidemiology, Data Analytics, or related field

REQUIRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:

• Proficiency in standard office software applications, including Microsoft Office Suite (Outlook, Excel, and Word), as required to perform assigned tasks.
• Ability to communicate effectively and interact professionally with CDC personnel and external partners.
• Knowledgeable of laboratory safety, quality management, and access requirements.
• Willing and able to complete required medical clearances, health screenings, or fit testing necessary to perform laboratory duties in accordance with CDC policies.
• Willing and able to complete all required medical clearances, health screenings, and personal protective equipment (PPE) fit testing, as applicable, prior to performing work.
• Minimum of three to five (3-5) years' epidemiological work experience.
• Strong data analysis skills and a firm understanding of public health surveillance and surveillance system evaluation methodologies.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Excellent problem-solving skills.
• Strong attention to detail and organization skills.

DESIRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:

• Prior experience supporting and adherence of the CDC Institutional Review Board (IRB) requirements and applicable federal regulations. The Contractor shall not engage in human subjects research activities without prior approval.
• Competence in SAS and R analysis software preferred.
• Experience with MS Access databases and GIS software preferred.

REQUIRED CITIZENSHIP AND CLEARANCE:

• Must be a U.S. Citizen
• Must be able to obtain a Personal Identification Verification (PIV) card

Bering-Alaka`ina Holdings (BAH) is a fast-growing government service provider. Employees enjoy competitive salaries. Eligible employees enjoy a 401K plan with company match; medical, dental, disability, and life insurance coverage; tuition reimbursement; paid time off; and 11 paid holidays.

We are an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer of individuals with disabilities and veterans. We are proud to state that we do not illegally discriminate in employment decisions on the basis of any protected categories. If you are a person with a disability and you need an accommodation during the application process, please click here to request accommodation. We E-Verify all employees

"EOE, including Disability/Vets" OR "Equal Opportunity Employer, including Disability/Veterans"

Bering-Alaka`ina Holdings (BAH) is comprised of industry-recognized government service firms designated as Alaska Native Corporation (ACN)-owned and 8(a) certified businesses. BAH includes Ke`aki Technologies, LLC; Laulima Government Solutions, LLC; Kūpono Government Services, LLC; Kapili Services, LLC; Po`okela Solutions, LLC; Kīkaha Solutions, LLC; and Pololei Solutions, LLC.

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