Molecular Epidemiologist, Nevada State Public Health Laboratory

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Job Description

The State Molecular Epidemiologist is a professional disease control investigator who can utilize microbial genomic laboratory data to help inform and direct investigations.  The position shall maintain continuous working knowledge of laboratory methods. Genomic epidemiology analyses will be communicated to epidemiologists and disease control investigators at the state and local levels in Nevada.  The position is also responsible for ensuring that the information generated at the Laboratory is not only collected, but is also operationalized effectively.  The position shall work closely with state and local epidemiologists who investigate infectious disease outbreaks and will work collaboratively to understand the specific needs of genomic data dependent upon the etiology and scope of the outbreak.  The position will maintain continuous strategic genomic intelligence of infectious disease presence in Nevada.  The position will continuously manage databases of organisms detected and genomically described at the Nevada State Public Health Laboratory.  The position will be expected to maintain collaborative partnerships with applied public health epidemiologists and disease investigators throughout the state and will be expected to have a training period along with continuous learning of disease investigation, outbreak response, infection control practices, and other mitigation measures specific to the etiology of concern.

The ideal candidate will demonstrate an enthusiasm for working with new and evolving pathogenic infection tracking methodologies and technologies; building relationships internally and externally; and lifelong learning. A high degree of communication expertise is required; this position will serve as an ambassador that must understand data to a degree that they are able to disseminate this information to external clients and stakeholders, as well as build relationships both inside and outside of the State Health Lab.

Required Qualifications

Bachelor’s Degree and five years of related professional work experience OR

Master’s Degree and three years of related professional work experience OR

Doctoral Degree and one year of related professional work experience.

Related Work Experience:

Experience in public health or infection control, work within the disease control component of a hospital or health department, experience analyzing epidemiologic data and/or teaching technical topics

Preferred Qualifications

Background in molecular biology and genomics

Compensation Grade

C

To view the salary schedule for this position, please visit: Salary Schedules  and select Administrative Faculty by Grade. Salary is competitive and commensurate with related education and experience

Total Compensation

The total compensation package includes a competitive salary, moving allowance (if applicable), a rich retirement plan, health insurance options that include dental and vision, life insurance, thirty (30) days of sick leave provided upon start date and two (2) days of sick leave accrued per full month after the first year of service, two (2) days of annual leave accrued each full month, along with many other benefits. Additionally, there is a grant-in-aid educational benefit for faculty and dependents. For more information, please visit: UNR Benefits

Faculty Dual Career Assistance Program

The University of Nevada, Reno recognizes the importance of addressing dual-career couples’ professional needs. We offer a dual career assistance program to newly hired faculty spouses/partners that provides resources and assists them to identify career opportunities in Northern Nevada.  Dual Career Assistance Program

Department Information

For more information about the School of Medicine, please visit https://med.unr.edu/

For more information about the State Health Lab, please visit https://med.unr.edu/public-health-lab  

Department Contact

Stephanie Van Hooser

Search Coordinator

[email protected]  

Exempt

Full-Time Equivalent

Required Attachment(s)

1) Resume/CV

2) Letters of Application (Cover letter)

3) Three professional references (include name, title, company/organization, email address, phone number)

4) One-page inclusivity statement: Please write a brief statement (one page maximum) about how you would contribute toward our mission of creating a culturally inclusive environment in the role for which you are applying. Please also highlight contributions you have made to this goal in your previous role(s).

Required UNR Med Recruitment Survey

Please complete the survey at the link below; this 1-2 minute survey will allow us to understand our current status and the effectiveness of our efforts in promoting diversity and inclusion at UNR Med. Survey data will not be accessible by the department for which you are applying or the recruitment team.

https://unr.az1.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_5uwa6f4UdCXFzOB?RID=MLRP_8wvvyes5WZVKBaR

University of Nevada, Reno School of Medicine (UNR Med)

For over 50 years the University of Nevada, Reno School of Medicine (UNR Med) has trained physicians who are leading the way to 'A Healthy Nevada', nation, and world. Community-based and research-intensive, UNR Med is committed to our four-part mission of education, research, clinical service, and diversity. We show this commitment through our demonstrated core values: people are our strength, we innovate and improve, we serve with integrity, and we success with trust and respect.

The University of Nevada, Reno School of Medicine is an inclusive and engaged community. We recognize that diverse faculty and leaders add value to the educational experience and promote excellence in our teaching, patient care, and research missions. We seek applications from candidates with diverse backgrounds and experiences who will contribute to our mission and uphold our core values.

Our mission has guided our growth in graduating the next generation of primary and specialty care physicians and medical researchers while maintaining personalized instruction. The School of Medicine has statewide outreach with a local touch providing patient care, health services, and training physicians in Reno, Nevada and in the state’s rural communities. We are expanding provider education to train medical specialists as Medical Doctors as well as Speech Pathologists and Physician Assistants. We are actively expanding technologically-advanced infrastructure to keep pace with our world-class research to meet the needs of students, patients, and researchers. We seek to create an environment that serves all who enter our doors, from the physicians who teach our learners to our employees, patients, and students.

This posting is open until filled

Qualified individuals are encouraged to apply immediately. Lists of eligible candidates will be established and hiring may occur early in the recruiting process. Recruitment will close without notice when a sufficient number of applications are received, or a hiring decision has been made.

Posting Close Date

Note to Applicant

A background check will be conducted on the candidate(s) selected for hire.

HR will attempt to verify academic credentials upon receipt of hiring documents. If the academic credentials cannot be verified, HR will notify the faculty member that an official transcript of their highest degree must be submitted within thirty days of the faculty member’s first day of employment.

References will be contacted at the appropriate phase of the recruitment process.

Applicants hired on a federal contract may be subject to E-Verify.

As part of the hiring process, applicants for positions in the Nevada System of Higher Education may be required to demonstrate the ability to perform job-related tasks.

For positions that require driving, evidence of a valid driver's license will be required at the time of employment and as a condition of continued employment.

Schedules are subject to change based on organizational needs.

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