Foodborne Epidemiologist 1
1100 W. 49th Street
Austin, TX 78756
Contract End Date: 8/31/2026
Job Description
Under minimal supervision by the Vaccine Preventable Disease Group, performs the following tasks:
· Review, validate, and approve cases in NEDSS following DSHS and CDC protocols.
· Apply established case definitions and data quality checks.
· Escalate complex or ambiguous cases to VPD epidemiology staff for final adjudication.
· Document progress and provide weekly status reports on backlog reduction.
· Perform case investigation and/or laboratory data entry for cases within City of Houston or Harris County jurisdictions, including creating notifications and approvals.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
List the knowledge, skills, and abilities critical to performance in this position:
· Knowledge of the basic principles and methods of epidemiology and related biostatistics; infectious diseases; and how causes of disease affect epidemiologic practices.
· Knowledge of data management procedures.
· Knowledge of rules relating to confidential information.
· Knowledge of manual file maintenance procedures and DSHS record retention rules.
· Knowledge of office practices, administrative procedures, English, spelling, punctuation, proofreading, and editing.
· Skill in conducting epidemiological investigations; the use of scientific rules and methods to solve problems; the use of logic and reasoning and the ability to identify alternative solutions; and the use of a computer and applicable software.
· Skill in the use of computers and software, particularly Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, Excel, and Access.
Additional Skills and Abilities
· Skill in organizing, tracking, and managing multiple projects simultaneously.
· Skill in planning, organizing, and applying tact and diplomacy to accomplish assignments.
· Ability to conduct epidemiological investigations and to communicate effectively.
· Ability to manage time effectively and work on multiple projects.
· Ability to work independently on difficult or complex tasks.
· Ability to express ideas clearly, accurately, concisely and diplomatically, both verbally and in writing.
· Ability to analyze and solve work problems.
Bachelor’s degree in Public Health or similar degree, and 2 years of experience
Hours: 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
Hours per week: 30 hours a week (flexible)
Work Days: Monday - Friday
REMOTE position, but MUST reside in Austin, TX.
This position is part of a State of Texas initiative to create employment opportunities for individuals with disabilities and other medical conditions. GSG Talent Solutions proudly supports this program and encourages qualified candidates with disabilities or medical conditions to apply. Applicants who voluntarily disclose a qualifying medical condition and provide supporting documentation will be prioritized in the interview process, as we are required to maintain a workforce that is at least 75% individuals with documented medical conditions.
GSG Talent Solutions welcomes applications from all individuals, whether or not they have a qualifying medical condition. We are committed to inclusive and equitable hiring practices, and we strive to create a workplace where every team member can thrive.
