Epidemiologist III - WRIISC

Join the HJF Team! Job Description

HJF is seeking an Epidemiologist III to provide epidemiological, computer programming, biostatistical and laboratory procedure, research and grant development, and research management. This position will be in support of the War Related Illness and Injury Study Center (WRIISC) Washington, DC, and the Veterans Affairs Complex Exposure Threats Center of Excellence (CETCE), which are housed at the VA Medical Center, Washington, DC.

This position will primarily work on surveillance public health exposure programs, epidemiologic investigation of military exposures and outcomes, and support a new research/clinical/surveillance tool developed entitled the Veteran Military Occupational and Environmental Exposure Assessment Tool (VMOAT).

The Henry M. Jackson Foundation for the Advancement of Military Medicine (HJF) is a nonprofit organization dedicated to advancing military medicine. We serve military, medical, academic and government clients by administering, managing and supporting preeminent scientific programs that benefit members of the armed forces and civilians alike. Since its founding in 1983, HJF has served as a vital link between the military medical community and its federal and private partners.

HJF's support and administrative capabilities allow military medical researchers and clinicians to maintain their scientific focus and accomplish their research goals.

• Initiates, designs, and implements epidemiological analyses of large complex datasets supporting research projects.
• Coordinates and assists in the development of research protocols, periodic reports, and academic products (presentations, posters, papers).
• Manages a portfolio of research projects, including proposal review and project evaluation.
• Develops and reviews research protocols, project proposals, and periodic reports for study design, analytic approach, and reporting quality.
• Provides ongoing evaluation and oversight of projects.
• Works with PI and study coordinator to maintain and update regulatory documentation, including IRB regulatory processes and compliance.
• Serves as a WRIISC/CETCE investigator with collaborators on military exposures protocols.
• Performs additional duties and responsibilities as assigned by the supervisor.
• Attends and participates in required role‑specific training.

• Master's Degree required. PhD in epidemiology and biostatistics is strongly preferred. Pr eference for a Federal Center post-doctoral program, such as NCI/NIH, MCC, AFHSD, etc.
• Minimum of 6-8 years of experience is required.

• Knowledge and ability to use and teach complex epidemiologic research methods for assessing the risk of disease in humans due to potential risk factors.
• Advanced knowledge in computer programming with experience with advanced multivariate statistical methods Including clustering and PCA, multilevel linear modeling, longitudinal analysis, and non-response analysis.
• Knowledge of statistical and mathematical software including SAS, MINITAB, and BMDP.
• Preferred experience with exposure assessment and outcomes evaluation, survey research methods, occupational and exposure epidemiology and assessing biomarkers (such as serum and omics) of exposure, and questionnaire development, scoring and validation approaches.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills and to work collegially with an established team of clinicians and research professionals.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a T1/Public Trust background check.

• This position will take place primarily in an office setting.

• The annual salary range for this position is $93,100-$113,000. Actual salary will be determined based on experience, education, etc.

• HJF offers a comprehensive suite of benefits focused on your health and well-being, from medical, dental, and vision coverage to health savings and retirement plans, and more.

Employment with HJF is contingent upon successful completion of a background check, which may include, but is not limited to, contacting your professional references, verification of previous employment, education and credentials, a criminal background check, and a department of motor vehicle (DMV) check if applicable. Any qualifications to be considered as equivalents, in lieu of stated minimums, require the prior approval of the Chief Human Resources Officer.