Public health Data Analyst (Maternal, fetal, infant, or rural health data)
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Public health Data Analyst (Maternal, fetal, infant, or rural health data)
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Job highlights
- Evaluate rural health programs for Tennessee.
- Analyze chronic disease prevention data.
- Utilize SAS, Tableau, and ArcGIS tools.
- Develop evaluation plans and reports.
- Work hybrid with in-state travel.
About the role
Job Overview
The Tennessee Department of Health (TDH) Chronic Disease Program, within the Division of Family Health and Wellness, is hiring a part-time contract Epidemiologist to serve as the Evaluator for the Rural Health Transformation Program (RHTP) focused on Chronic Disease Prevention through the End Zone initiative beginning June 1, 2026 with an opportunity for annual renewal through October 30, 2030. The purpose of the chronic disease component of RHTP is to improve population health outcomes in rural communities through sustainable, evidence-based interventions that address chronic disease risk factors. For more information on Rural Health Transformation Program (RHTP) please visit: Tennessee Department of Health Rural Health Access for Tennessee's Future. The Epidemiologist will also provide evaluation support to additional End Zone initiatives and for other Chronic Disease Program policy, systems, and environmental change (PSE) projects. The position is responsible for professional scientific and epidemiological assessments and will work closely with the Chronic Disease Program directors and the Chronic Disease Prevention and Health Promotion (CDPHP) Section Epidemiology Team. This position reports to the CDPHP Program Evaluation Director.Schedule
Days - Monday Yes Tuesday Yes Wednesday Yes Thursday Yes Friday Yes Saturday No Sunday NoHours/Day - 7.5
Time Zone - CST
Shifts - Shift 1
Start Time - 8:00 AM
End Time - 4:30 PM
Description - Regular Shift
Active - Yes
Duties and Responsibilities
- Design and implement a comprehensive evaluation plan aligned with RHTP goals and objectives.
- Develop and implement a mixed-methods evaluation plan aligned with the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) Program Evaluation Framework and Centers for Medicaid and Medicare Services (CMS) RHTP objectives and monitor progress toward short, intermediate, and long-term outcomes.
- Develop program logic model to identify inputs, activities, outputs, and outcomes.
- Assess the implementation and impact of Policy, Systems, and Environmental (PSE) strategies across communities participating in RHTP and other PSE projects and identify best practices, challenges, lessons learned, and recommendations.
- Collaborate with CDPHP Section Epidemiology Team and other TDH staff as required to ensure validity, feasibility, and utility of evaluation methodologies, analyses, reports, and dissemination products.
- Use epidemiological data to identify populations at risk and use them to inform strategic planning, refinement of interventions and support PSE strategies.
- Develop and utilize evaluation tools, including logic models, indicators, performance measures, and data collection instruments.
- Develop RHTP related databases or reporting systems (e.g., REDCap), and data visualization products including but not limited to infographics, interactive maps and dashboards, utilizing statistical analysis software including SAS, Tableau, ArcGIS and other similar tools.
- Train RHTP grantees on reporting systems (e.g., REDCap), data entry and provide technical assistance and feedback as required.
- Collect and analyze quantitative and qualitative data on RHTP activities and other PSE projects, assess program implementation, outcomes, and impact.
- Compiles, codes, categorizes, calculates, tabulates, audits, and verifies data or coordinates these activities.
- Ensure data quality, confidentiality, and compliance with TDH data policies.
- Develop evaluation reports based on CDC, CMS and TDH reporting timelines, including quarterly reports, annual reports, and executive leadership requests.
- Support data-informed decision-making and report findings to TDH leadership or stakeholders.
- Attend and participate in bi-monthly team meetings and conference calls as needed regarding program activities and training grantees on reporting tools and evaluation reporting.
Education Requirements
Education and Experience: Graduation from an accredited college or university with a master's degree in epidemiology, public health, biostatistics, statistics, or health informatics. OR Education and Experience: Graduation from an accredited college or university with a master's degree in health science, biomedical science or environmental science field with experience equivalent to two years' work experience in epidemiology.Preferred Qualifications
- Experience in public health, preferably in rural settings.
- Experience in population health and program evaluation.
- Experience in SAS, Tableau, and ArcGIS.
- Experience working with large data sets.
- Excellent oral and written presentation skills.
- Excellent data visualization skills.
- Expertise working cross-functionally.
Key skills/competency
- Epidemiology
- Public Health
- Program Evaluation
- Data Analysis
- SAS
- Tableau
- ArcGIS
- Rural Health
- Policy Systems Environmental Change
- Data Visualization
Skills & topics
- Epidemiologist
- Public Health
- Data Analysis
- Program Evaluation
- Rural Health
- Chronic Disease Prevention
- SAS
- Tableau
- ArcGIS
- Health Informatics
- Biostatistics
- Tennessee
- Hybrid
- Contract
- Epidemiology
How to get hired
- Tailor your resume: Highlight your master's degree in epidemiology or public health and specific experience with rural health, population health, and program evaluation.
- Showcase technical skills: Emphasize your proficiency in SAS, Tableau, ArcGIS, and experience with large datasets and data visualization.
- Demonstrate public health expertise: Detail your experience with policy, systems, and environmental (PSE) change initiatives and identifying at-risk populations.
- Prepare for the interview: Be ready to discuss your approach to developing comprehensive evaluation plans and analyzing quantitative and qualitative data.
- Apply promptly: Submit your application via Dice to be considered for this exciting opportunity with the State of Tennessee.
Technical preparation
Master's degree in relevant field required.,Proficiency in SAS, Tableau, ArcGIS is essential.,Experience with large datasets and data visualization.,Familiarity with REDCap and evaluation tools.
Behavioral questions
Describe your experience evaluating public health programs.,How do you handle complex data analysis challenges?,Explain your approach to stakeholder collaboration.,How do you ensure data quality and confidentiality?
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Frequently asked questions
- What is the primary focus of the Epidemiologist role at the State of TN/TN DOH?
- The primary focus of the Epidemiologist role is to serve as the Evaluator for the Rural Health Transformation Program (RHTP), concentrating on chronic disease prevention and supporting other public health initiatives within rural communities. This involves designing and implementing evaluation plans, analyzing data, and reporting on program outcomes.
- What are the required qualifications for the Epidemiologist position?
- A master's degree in epidemiology, public health, biostatistics, statistics, or health informatics is required. Alternatively, a master's degree in health science, biomedical science, or environmental science with at least two years of experience in epidemiology is acceptable. Experience in public health, particularly in rural settings, is preferred.
- What specific software and tools will the Epidemiologist use?
- The Epidemiologist will utilize statistical analysis software such as SAS, data visualization tools like Tableau, and geographic information system software like ArcGIS. Experience with REDCap for database development and reporting is also mentioned.
- Is this a full-time or part-time position?
- This is a part-time contract position with an estimated duration from July 6, 2026, to June 30, 2027. The typical working hours are 37.5 hours per week, Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM CST.
- What is the work arrangement for this Epidemiologist role?
- The position is hybrid, requiring in-state travel. Employees are expected to travel to the Central Office in Nashville, TN, as needed. Travel to the central office is non-reimbursable.
- What is the expected duration of this contract?
- The estimated duration for this contract is from July 6, 2026, to June 30, 2027, with a possibility of annual renewal through October 30, 2030.
- How will the success of the RHTP program be measured?
- Success will be measured through a comprehensive evaluation plan that includes developing a program logic model, assessing the implementation and impact of Policy, Systems, and Environmental (PSE) strategies, and collecting and analyzing both quantitative and qualitative data on program activities and outcomes.
- Does this Epidemiologist role require travel?