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Position Details
Position Details
Job Title
EPIDEMIOLOGIST
Position Number
8151028
Work Modality
Hybrid - 3 In-Person
Is this request for the creation of a new Position (or the modification of an existing Position) to temporarily support the WorkDay ERP?
No
Job Category
University Staff
Job Type
Full-Time
FLSA Status
Exempt
Campus
Maywood-Health Sciences Campus
Department Name
PUBLIC HEALTH SCIENCES
Location Code
PUBLIC HEALTH SCIENCES (06250A)
Is this split and/or fully grant funded?
Yes
Duties and Responsibilities
We have an immediate opening for an Epidemiologist position in Dr. Fares Qeadan's research team in the Public Health Sciences Department within the Parkinson School of Health Sciences and Public Health. We are seeking a highly experienced Epidemiologist proficient in SAS and R to help lead and support our research team. This role involves contributing to high-level research, data analysis, manuscript preparation, and grant applications, while fostering collaboration with a multidisciplinary research team and external stakeholders. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in epidemiological methods, a passion for public health research, and experience mentoring junior analysts.
Key Responsibilities:
1. Epidemiological Study Design & Analysis:

• Collaborate with the PI and research team to design and conduct epidemiological studies.
• Perform statistical analyses using advanced methodologies to interpret complex public health data.
• Ensure accurate data management and representation.

2. NIH Grant Support:

• Assist in the preparation of grants.
• Assist in the preparation of progress reports.

3. Manuscript Preparation & Publication:

• Collaborate on the writing, reviewing, and editing of manuscripts for publication in peer-reviewed journals.
• Assist in the preparation of presentations for national and international conferences.

4. Collaboration & Team Support:

• Work closely with the PI and multidisciplinary team members to achieve research objectives.
• Provide support and mentorship to junior researchers and graduate students as needed.

5. Data Management, Analysis & Interpretation:

• Manage and lead the analysis of complex datasets, including those from complex survey design data and ecological data, using advanced statistical techniques in SAS and R.
• Oversee data management processes to ensure accuracy and integrity of datasets, enabling high-quality research outputs.
• Identify, analyze, and interpret trends or patterns in large datasets to generate actionable insights for public health research.

Minimum Education and/or Work Experience

• Education: PhD degree is required in epidemiology, biostatistics, statistics, or a related field.
• Experience: Minimum of 2 years of experience in biostatistics and/or epidemiology.

Qualifications

• Education: PhD degree is required in epidemiology, biostatistics, statistics, or a related field.
• Experience: Minimum of 2 years of experience in biostatistics and/or epidemiology.
• Demonstrable experience in data analysis and interpretation with proficiency in statistical software, especially SAS and R.
• Experience with electronic health record (EHR) data analysis is a plus.
• Strong communication skills, both written and spoken, with the ability to follow instructions, complete tasks on time, and handle confidential information.
• Aptitude for manuscript and grant writing.
• Exceptional problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
• Proven ability to work independently, manage time efficiently, and function collaboratively in a diverse team environment.
• Experience in mentoring junior researchers and students is a plus.
• Proven adaptability, strong interpersonal skills, and ability to interact effectively with both internal and external stakeholders.
• Proven ability to plan and coordinate multiple projects, and compile comprehensive reports and presentations.

Certificates/Credentials/Licenses
PhD degree is required in epidemiology, biostatistics, statistics, or a related field.
Computer Skills

• Advanced proficiency in statistical software such as SAS, R, STATA, and/or SPSS.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook.
• Familiarity with data management tools and applications.

Supervisory Responsibilities
No
Required operation of university owned vehicles
No
Does this position require direct animal or patient contact?
No
Physical Demands
None
Working Conditions
None
Open Date
05/14/2026
Close Date
Position Maximum Salary or Hourly Rate
$90,000/ann
Position Minimum Salary or Hourly Rate
$80,000//ann
Special Instructions to Applicants
As a Jesuit, Catholic institution of higher education, we seek candidates who will contribute to our strategic plan to deliver a Transformative Education in the Jesuit tradition. To learn more about Loyola University Chicago's mission, candidates should consult our website at www.luc.edu/mission/. For information about the university's focus on transformative education, they should consult our website at www.luc.edu/transformativeed.
About Loyola University Chicago
Founded in 1870, Loyola University Chicago is one of the nation's largest Jesuit, Catholic universities, recognized for its academic excellence, commitment to community engagement, and leadership in sustainability. A Carnegie R1 research institution, Loyola leverages its status as one of an elite group of universities with the highest level of research activity to advance knowledge that serves communities and creates global impact. With 15 schools, colleges, and institutes-including Business, Law, Medicine, Nursing, and Health Sciences-Loyola operates three primary campuses in the greater Chicago area and one in Rome, Italy, that provide students a transformative, globally connected learning experience. Consistently ranked among the nation's top universities by U.S. News & World Report, Loyola is a STARS Gold-rated institution that is ranked as one of the country's most sustainable campuses by The Princeton Review and has earned distinctions from AmeriCorps and the Carnegie Foundation for its longstanding record of service and community engagement. Guided by its Jesuit mission and commitment to caring for the whole person, Loyola educates ethical leaders who think critically, act with purpose, and strive to create a more just and sustainable world.
Loyola University Chicago strives to be an employer of choice by offering its staff and faculty a wide array of affordable, comprehensive, and competitive benefits. To view our benefits in detail, click here.
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Quick Link for Posting
https://www.careers.luc.edu/postings/35184