Epidemiologist II

Responsibilities

• Provide information technology (IT) support services for MACDP, which includes programming, development, database entry and management, maintenance, and Quality Assurance/Quality Control
• Update and maintain Database Documentation (e.g., data dictionaries, SOPs) on DBDID’s share drives, as needed
• Perform development, maintenance, and enhancements services for MACDP; database and data table formats include SAS, MS Access, SQL, and COTS products; this support shall include replication, querying custom datasets for analysis, generating reports, supporting users and troubleshooting, implementing modifications to comply with CDC guidelines, testing and changing the programming, changing variables, and developing new functionality and databases, as needed
• Ensure database and system compliance with CDC IT security guidelines and conduct activities in accordance with the Rules of Behavior
• Maintain and modify MACDP data system source code (e.g., Visual Basic (VB), MS Access, and SQL) on the CDC secure shared drive to ensure proper functioning of the data systems including user tools
• Create and update SOP documents describing the operation of the surveillance databases
• Maintain and update Vital Records data in indexed query tool, currently maintained in a Microsoft Access database
• Develop and maintain flat SAS and XML file from the MACDP databases
• Support and maintain SAS code to retrieve and flatten data from relational tables in SQL or Access and provide SAS files flattened to person-level
• Perform a data query and create data; create flat data files and subset data files monthly
• Support users who may have trouble accessing, entering, or viewing surveillance data
• Conduct data queries and generate reports as requested by program staff
• Perform monthly quality control checks and data linkages

Qualifications

• Applies epidemiologic and biostatistical methods to analyze multi-site surveillance and research data, including ASD and developmental disabilities datasets, using SAS, R, and SQL.
• Develops, cleans, and maintains complex datasets; ensures data integrity through validation, quality control protocols, and adherence to data governance standards.
• Translates complex analytical results into clear reports, tables, figures, and presentations for scientific, programmatic, and stakeholder audiences.
• Works effectively with epidemiologists, researchers, IT staff, and external partners across multiple sites to support study operations, data submissions, and analytic needs.
• Identifies data issues and process improvement opportunities, supports IRB and compliance requirements, and contributes to study design, reporting, and evaluation.

Pay And Benefits

The annual salary for this position is $105,000 to $115,000. At Goldbelt, we value and reward our team's dedication and hard work. We provide a competitive base salary commensurate with your qualifications and experience. As an employee, you'll enjoy a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, and vision insurance, a 401(k) plan with company matching, tax-deferred savings options, supplementary benefits, paid time off, and professional development opportunities.