Senior Epidemiologist (Part-Time) - The Task Force for Global Health

About the role

The Senior Epidemiologist at The Task Force for Global Health is responsible for guiding evidence-based strategies for viral hepatitis and HIV elimination. Key responsibilities include data collection, analysis, and dissemination; leading operational research; and fostering strategic partnerships.

Responsibilities

• Collect, analyze, and disseminate data to guide evidence-based strategies for viral hepatitis and HIV elimination.
• Lead production of high-level technical reports and operational research aimed at promoting expanded access to HIV and viral hepatitis prevention, testing, and clinical care.
• Cultivate and manage strategic partnerships with National Public Health Institutes (NPHIs), other national stakeholders, and international health agencies to guide national and global elimination priorities.
• Provide technical expertise in scientific theory, research, and methods of collection, study design, and analysis of data sets for a broad range of research initiatives and projects within the Task Force for Global Health (TFGH).
• Direct and manage the epidemiology/analytic/statistical activities for TFGH programs.
• Serve as the lead or technical resource on reviews of scientific issues, including data quality, surveillance systems evaluations, and training needs.
• Collaborate with scientists on the development and implementation of research projects.
• Conduct comprehensive literature reviews and evidence synthesis on emerging trends in HIV and viral hepatitis, including the impact of new diagnostics, preventive measures, and therapeutics.
• Oversee study protocols and methodological frameworks for evaluating the effectiveness of diverse service delivery models, including decentralized and integrated care for HIV, hepatitis B, and hepatitis C.
• Coordinate research sub-awards and project timelines, ensuring that operational research conducted in partner countries meets high standards of scientific rigor and ethical compliance.
• Lead development of scientific abstracts and publications.
• Establish and maintain strategic partnerships with National Public Health Institutes (NPHIs), and other national, regional, and global stakeholders to facilitate data sharing and technical exchange.
• Represent the Coalition at international conferences and technical summits to present data-driven arguments for hepatitis elimination.
• Provide technical guidance to junior epidemiologists, data analysts, and interns to support the Coalition's workforce development goals.
• Assist in developing annual work plans and grant proposals to secure funding for future research and technical initiatives.

Qualifications

• A doctoral degree in a field related to the area of research and five years of experience, OR an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience.
• International travel is required.
• At least 10 years of relevant experience at national or international levels in infectious diseases.
• Proven experience collaborating with NPHIs or government health agencies in LMIC contexts.
• Exceptional diplomatic skills for managing high-level international stakeholder relationships.

Skills

• Expertise in neglected tropical diseases and other infectious diseases.
• Vaccine safety, distribution, and access.
• Health systems strengthening.

Benefits

Emory University offers a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, retirement plans, and paid time off.

Pay

The starting salary for this position is $120,000 - $150,000 annually, depending on experience and qualifications.

Schedule

This role requires occasional travel and may require commuting to Emory University on a flexible weekly schedule based upon business needs.