Sr. Medical Epidemiologist Consultant (Part-time)

Overview

Tanaq Management Services (TMS) delivers professional, scientific, and technical services and information technology (IT) solutions to federal agencies in health, technology, and other government services. TMS is a subsidiary of the St. George Tanaq Corporation (SGT), an Alaskan Native Corporation (ANC) committed to serving Federal customers while also giving back to the Tanaq native community and shareholders.

About the Role

We are seeking a part-time Sr. Medical Epidemiologist Consultant to support the surveillance, research, and outbreak preparedness and response activities for our federal government customer by performing epidemiologic studies, managing epidemiologic data, and performing statistical/programming coordination activities.

This is a fully remote position based in the United States, preferably in Atlanta, GA.

Responsibilities

• Provide substantial input in the day-to-day technical and scientific planning, implementation, and analysis of the medical aspects of scientific research studies conducted by other scientists.
• Generate new hypotheses and develop new concepts, methods, and strategies for obtaining and using data on medical and health risks associated with various scientific public health programs.
• Plan and evaluate extensive, long-range scientific programs and projects targeting critical medical problems.
• Advocates evidence-based policies and public health action and establish ongoing research collaboration with the CIOs, other agencies, and institutions on medical problems/issues
• Provide agency-wide leadership for medical, epidemiological, and scientific activities targeting public health and scientific issues
• Direct integrated planning, execution, and evaluation of public health surveillance and research.
• Provide medical and epidemiological expertise in the design and implementation of complex analytic studies related to a specific medical/public health field.
• Conceive, plan, evaluate, coordinate, and implement activities related to research programs, projects, etc., that will assist in achieving the agency's goals and utilizing information provided by the entire scientific and medical community and other components of the agency.
• Provide consultation on methods in various research activities to serve as a key advisor on the medical and epidemiological aspects of complex scientific studies and evaluation research.
• Respond to outbreaks, including providing consultation and epidemiologic support to state and local health departments.

Required Experience and Skills

• Minimum of 3 years of experience as a clinician or medical officer in the United States Public Health Service providing patient care.
• Minimum of 3 years conducting epidemiologic research.
• Minimum 3 years of program Management experience.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced setting.
• Effective organization and communication skills.
• Experience working at a federal government agency or as part of a public health emergency response is a plus.
• Ability to obtain government clearance.
• Must be legally authorized to work in the United States without the need for employer sponsorship, now or at any time in the future.

Education and Training

• Doctor of Medicine from an accredited University, additional degrees (MPH, Ph.D.) in Public Health or Epidemiology a plus

Physical Requirements

• Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer. May need to lift up to 25 pounds occasionally.

Who We Are

Tanaq Management Services (TMS) strives to deeply understand and analyze our clients’ vision, needs, and requirements so we may provide alternative solutions, empowering them to choose the best resolution. We aim to achieve excellence by delivering on our commitments to our clients, employees, and partners.

Our Commitment to Non-Discrimination

Tanaq Management Services is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to disability, status as a protected veteran or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. Tanaq complies with the Drug-free Workplace Act of 1988 and E-Verify.

If you are an individual with a disability and need assistance completing any part of the application process, please email [email protected] to request a reasonable accommodation. This email is for accommodation requests only and cannot be used to inquire about the status of applications.

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