Senior Epidemiologist (Maryland Poison Center)

About the role

The University of Maryland, School of Pharmacy, Department of Practice, Sciences, and Health Outcomes Research (P-SHOR) seeks a Senior Epidemiologist to work within the Maryland Poison Center. The MD Poison Center serves Marylanders through poison information and prevention services, established in 1972.

Responsibilities

• Provide direction and technical expertise in managing and examining data for epidemiologic/public health programs and projects.
• Conduct or perform independent project(s) and participate in multi-faceted data collection programs.
• Develop and oversee independent research initiatives and surveillance activities.
• Design and implement surveys and meta-analyses.
• Collect and document comprehensive data of research findings.
• Perform data analysis, write reports, and prepare presentations of summarized statistical findings, may include multi-variant analysis or other complex methodologies.
• Analyze poison exposure data to detect public health threats, identify trends, and support decision-making.
• Develop and maintain dashboards and data visualization tools to communicate findings to stakeholders.
• Collaborate with poison center staff, public health officials, and national partners on surveillance and response efforts.
• Support the design and implementation of data collection tools and protocols tailored to state-specific needs.
• Prepare materials for presentations, stakeholder briefings, and public awareness campaigns.
• Provide consultation on the development of research questions (e.g., operationalization of variables, methodology, and analytical plans).
• Contribute to development of research manuscripts, grant writing, program evaluation, and quality improvement initiatives.
• Stay current with epidemiologic best practices, toxicology literature, and emerging health threats.
• Participate in relevant workgroups and committees at the state and national levels.
• Lead collaborations with investigators and recommend best methods for data collection and analysis.
• Organize surveillance activities data needs, implementation and evaluation of system collection.
• Assess needs for special analyses, such as survival, cost effectiveness, or cost benefit.
• Make recommendations for disease control activities and prevention based on research findings.
• Prepare and document research findings for publications of journal articles and grant proposals.
• Formulate new interventions on the basis of evidence and control measures in response to findings.
• Perform other duties as assigned to support the mission of the Poison Center.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in epidemiology, statistics, biostatistics, mathematics, public health, health sciences or services.
• Two (2) years of experience analyzing studies using a range statistical techniques in a related environment.
• Proficiency in statistical analysis software (e.g., SAS, R, STATA).

Benefits

BENEFITS (Exempt Regular): UMB offers a comprehensive benefits package that prioritizes wellness, work/life balance, and professional development, along with additional exciting perks that employees can take advantage of. This position participates in a retirement program (pension or optional retirement plan/ORP) that must be selected and is effective on your date of hire. Exempt regular staff receive a generous PAID leave package that includes over 4 weeks of vacation accrued each year, 16 paid holidays, 3 personal leave days, unlimited accrual of sick time, and comprehensive health insurance; professional learning and development programs; tuition remission for employees and their dependents at any University System of Maryland school; and flexible work schedules and teleworking options (if applicable per job).

Pay

Hiring Range: $73,500 - $85,000 per year/ Commensurate with education and experience.

Schedule

Full-Time Shift: Day