Epidemiologist Remote

Interested applicants are encouraged to submit their application materials as soon as possible. The position will remain open until filled. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis, with first consideration on 10/24/2026. Early submission is encouraged to ensure timely consideration.

Position Summary Engages in epidemiologic activities, produces analysis of health statistics, and prepares and disseminates health reports for the California Tribal Epidemiology Center (the “Epi Center”).Essential Functions Develops project methodology and determines research design.

Collects epidemiological electronic data files from Indian health programs and state health agencies.

Stores and manages the collected data.

Generates analysis plans.

Performs analyses, including data linkages with statistical and spreadsheet programs; interprets analyses and writes analytical sections of study reports.

Develop data collection instruments and collect health surveillance.

Produces both lay and technical reports to present health data.

Serves as a coordinator for one or more projects.

Develops work scopes and schedules for special projects.

Assists in writing complex contracts or grants as needed.

Assists in designing and developing simple and complex grant budgets and justifications as needed.

Serves as a professional consultant to various organizations and committees.

Communicates with Indian health care providers and the Indian community about data and analytical issues.

Ensures the accuracy and clarity of analytical information in the Epi Center.

Monitors specifically funded program activities and special projects, as assigned.

Regular and predictable attendance.

Other relevant duties as assigned.

Additional Responsibilities:

Maintain a valid, unrestricted driver’s license and ability to be insurable under CRIHB’s automobile insurance for the purpose of potentially driving agency vehicles.

Requires the ability to drive up to seven (7) hours a day.

Position may require occasional overnight travel within CRIHB’s service area.

QualificationsCRIHB recognizes equivalent combinations of education and progressively responsible experience; however, a high school diploma or equivalent remains the minimum educational requirement for employment.

Bachelor’s degree in Public Health, Communications, English, Health Sciences, or a related field is required, and a minimum of five (5) years of progressively responsible professional experience, including three (3) years directly related to the program area (e.g., grant writing, health research, technical writing, or data coordination).In lieu of a bachelor’s degree, applicants must have four (4) additional years of relevant professional experience (total of nine (9) years), including at least three (3) years in a related field.

Master’s degree in Public Health, Health Communications, or a related field is  lieu of a master’s degree, applicants must have two (2) additional years of progressively responsible experience beyond the bachelor’s baseline, including supervisory, project lead, or advanced technical responsibilities.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Experience conducting research literature reviews and working with statistical software (e.g., SAS, SPSS, STATA).Strong analytical and writing skills, including the ability to produce well-organized and informative narratives of analytical methods (writing sample may be requested).Advanced presentation and communication skills.

Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a multidisciplinary team environment.

Ability to conduct research literature reviews.

Must have advanced verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills.

Experience with Tribal health systems, nonprofit organizations, evaluation, or the public sector…