Job Description

Position: SPF-PFS Epidemiologist.

Reports To: SPF-PFS Program Director.

Date Written/Revised: 2/13/2025.

Type/Level: Exempt.

*** IN-PERSON POSITION***

POSITION SUMMARY :

Responsible for a broad range of duties in the research, collection, study, analysis, and tracking of substance use data to develop strategies to reduce risk and prevent the onset of substance abuse in our target population.

RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES:

• Coordinates and participates in epidemiologic studies and data/evaluation programs.
• Assists in the investigation and control of substance abuse onset.
• Collects, evaluates and analyzes data from multiple sources / programs.
• Participates in quantitative and qualitative data analysis projects on behalf of TYC
• Conducts statistical analyses of epidemiologic and substance abuse data.
• Prepares reports on outcomes, activities and findings.
• Conducts research and reviews of pertinent local, state and national reports.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT:

• Ability to work flexible hours including late evenings, weekends, on-call, and occasional overnights.
• Must have reliable transportation and willing to travel within the cities TYC serves, using personal vehicle.
• Must provide State of Michigan I-CHAT background clearance, DHHS Central Registry clearance, and local police clearance. Federal clearances may also be required and State of Michigan Sex Offender Registry.

REQUIRED JOB KNOWLEDGE, SKILL AND ABILITY:

• Knowledge of broad health, safety, and substance abuse issues affecting youth and families.
• Effective time management and leadership skills.
• Excellent communication skills including writing and public speaking.
• Ability to access data from multiple sources and maintain positive relationships with partners and coalition members.
• Ability to handle multi-tasking and prioritization of duties.
• Local, state, and national travel is required as part of the position.
• Must be available for full time work from Mon. – Fri 9:00 am – 5:00pm (some weekend/evening hours will be necessary).

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Education : 

• Masters degree in epidemiology, biostatistics or a closely related public health field and two (2) years of experience performing epidemiological or statistical analysis. 
• Other combinations of education and experience may be considered in substitution for the minimum qualifications.

Licenses or Certificates : 

• Valid unrestricted Michigan Driver’s License and provide proof of vehicle registration and auto insurance required.

Salary: 

• $45,000 - $55,000 dependent on experience/education.

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