Project Coordinator

About the Role

We are seeking a Project Coordinator to support avian influenza and novel influenza investigations in NYC. The role serves as primary support for epidemiologic investigations, protocol development, and data summary.

• Oversee contact investigations related to avian influenza detections in animals.
• Develop and maintain protocols and training materials for contact tracers and BCD staff.
• Conduct training sessions for interns and rapid response teams.
• Analyze surveillance data, identify clusters, and prepare summaries.
• Participate in outbreak investigations and special epidemiology projects.
• Collaborate with outreach staff on initiatives related to avian influenza and respiratory diseases.
• Prepare and maintain presentations for internal and external audiences.
• Support animal disease investigations and address cultural differences and health inequities.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

• Master’s degree in a relevant field and two years of full‑time research experience, or equivalent education/experience.
• Experience in epidemiology, data management, and analysis.
• Ability to work collaboratively across units.

• Public Service Loan Forgiveness eligible employer.
• Generous paid time off (PTO).
• Medical, dental, and life insurance with low/no employee contribution.
• A retirement savings plan with generous employer contribution.
• Flexible spending medical and commuter benefits plan.
• Meaningful work at an organization striving to advance health equity and social justice.

FPHNYNY is an equal opportunity employer and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any kind. We provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, veteran status, or any other legally protected status.

Employment with FPHNY is at‑will, meaning that either the employee or the company may terminate the relationship at any time, with or without cause and with or without notice.

You must live in the New York City Tri‑state area (NY, NJ, CT) to be considered for a position at FPHNY.

Employment is contingent upon the successful completion of a background check.