Public Health Epidemiologist Tech - Epidemiologist; Viral Respiratory Disease Epidemiologist
Listed on 2026-01-02
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Healthcare
Public Health, Infectious Disease/ Epidemiology
Location: New Orleans
The mission of the Louisiana Department of Health is to protect and promote health and to ensure access to medical, preventive, and rehabilitative services for all residents of the State of Louisiana.
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Are you passionate about protecting community health and using data to drive impact? Join our dedicated team as a Public Health Epidemiologist and play a critical role in identifying, preventing, and controlling the spread of disease. If you're ready to turn data into action and be on the front lines of public health, we want to hear from you!Four years of experience in epidemiology, healthcare analytics and reporting, health equity, nursing or public health; OR
A bachelor’s degree in public health, epidemiology, biological sciences, behavioral sciences, health sciences or nursing plus one year of experience in epidemiology; OR
A master's degree in public health, epidemiology, biological sciences, behavioral sciences, health sciences or nursing. The official job specifications for this role, as defined by the State Civil Service, can be found here
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Job Duties
Design and conduct epidemiological investigations into outbreaks, health trends, and chronic or infectious diseases within the community.
Analyze public health data from multiple sources (e.g., surveillance systems, lab reports, surveys) to identify patterns and health threats.
Develop and maintain surveillance systems to monitor disease activity and respond to emerging health issues.
Interpret and communicate findings through written reports, visual dashboards, and presentations for public health officials, stakeholders, and the public.
Collaborate with healthcare providers, community organizations, and governmental agencies to share data, improve reporting, and coordinate interventions.
Provide scientific and technical expertise in the development of public health policies, health alerts, and educational campaigns.
Support emergency preparedness and response efforts by contributing epidemiological expertise during public health crises or disasters.
Stay up-to-date on emerging trends and best practices in epidemiology, public health, and disease prevention through ongoing training and professional development.
Position-Specific Details:
Location: Office of Public Health / Bureau of Infectious Diseases / Orleans Parish
Appointment Type:Job appointment (temporary appointment that may last up to 48 months)
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Career Progression: This position may be filled as a Public Health Epidemiologist Tech 2 or Public Health Epidemiologist, determined by the qualifications of the candidate selected. This position provides the opportunity to advance within this job series.
LDH supports Louisiana’s commitment to being a State as a Model Employer (SAME) by promoting the recruitment, hiring, and retention of individuals with disabilities.
How To Apply
No Civil Service test score is required in order to be considered for this vacancy.
To apply for this vacancy, click on the “Apply” link above and complete an electronic application, which can be used for this vacancy as well as future job opportunities. Applicants are responsible for checking the status of their application to determine where they are in the recruitment process. Further status message information is located under the Information section of the Current Job Opportunities page.
*Information to support your eligibility for the position must be included in the application (i.e., relevant, detailed experience/education). Resumes
will not
be accepted in lieu of completed education and experience sections. Applications may be rejected if incomplete.
Contact Information:
Casey Hickman
Casey.
Hickman
LA Department of Health (LDH)
Division of Human Resources
PO Box 4818
Baton Rouge, LA 70821
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