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Alpha Omega Integration

Public Health Analyst

Vienna, VA · On-site +1

$57K - $60K/yr

The Public Health Data Analyst, primarily using SAS will manage and analyze quantitative ... Experience working with qualitative data (interviews, open-ended responses). * Ability to create ...

SIERTEK

Public Health Technician/Epidemiologist*

Dayton, OH · On-site

$18.50 - $24/hr

Apply qualitative and quantitative analytical methods to evaluate program effectiveness ... Master's degree in Public Health, Epidemiology, Biostatistics, Community Health, or a closely ...

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Public Health Detailing Intern

Astoria, NY · Hybrid

$20/hr

Conduct qualitative research on chronic disease campaign topics * Ensure public health detailing webpage is up-to-date and accurate Operations/Administration: * Assist in the planning and execution ...

FDIHB

PUBLIC HEALTH NURSE II

Fort Defiance, AZ

$116K - $151K/yr

... with other public health or health care professionals. * Monitors community health status and ... Uses valid and reliable methods and instruments for collecting qualitative and quantitative while ...

Fort Defiance Indian Hospital Board, Inc.

$117 - $152/hr

... with other public health or health care professionals. * Monitors community health status and ... Uses valid and reliable methods and instruments for collecting qualitative and quantitative while ...

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What is a qualitative public health?

A Qualitative Public Health job involves using qualitative research methods to study health behaviors, policies, and community experiences. Professionals in this field collect and analyze non-numerical data, such as interviews, focus groups, and observations, to understand public health challenges. They contribute to program development, policy-making, and health interventions by providing insights into social and cultural factors affecting health. These roles are common in government agencies, non-profits, academic institutions, and healthcare organizations.

What are some typical challenges faced in a qualitative public health role?

Professionals in Qualitative Public Health often encounter challenges such as recruiting diverse and representative study participants and navigating sensitive topics during interviews or focus groups. Gathering authentic insights requires building trust with communities and being adaptable in the face of changing fieldwork settings. Additionally, analyzing large volumes of narrative data and transforming findings into actionable recommendations can be time-consuming. However, these challenges are also opportunities to develop deeper insight and contribute meaningfully to evidence-based public health decisions.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in a qualitative public health position?

To thrive in a Qualitative Public Health role, you need a solid understanding of qualitative research methodologies, data analysis, and often a background in public health or social sciences. Familiarity with tools like NVivo or ATLAS.ti for qualitative data coding, as well as knowledge of Institutional Review Board (IRB) protocols, is commonly required. Strong communication, cultural competency, and analytical thinking are valuable soft skills for conducting interviews, focus groups, and community engagement. These capabilities are vital for accurately capturing and interpreting complex health-related behaviors and perspectives to inform impactful public health interventions.

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Epidemiologist - Public Health

Mecklenburg County

Charlotte, NC • On-site

Full-time

Posted 14 days ago

Mecklenburg County rating

9.0

Company rating: 9.0 out of 10

Based on 29 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

98th of 855 rated public administrative organizations

Job description

Lead the collection, integration, and management of opioid-related data from healthcare, community-based, and public safety sources (e.g., EMS, ED, law enforcement, toxicology).

Conduct advanced epidemiologic analyses to monitor overdose trends, identify emerging patterns, and inform data-driven public health interventions.

Develop and maintain a comprehensive data management plan, ensuring data quality, standardization, security, and compliance with data governance policies.

Utilize statistical and data visualization tools (e.g., SAS, R, Power BI) to conduct analyses, automate reporting processes, and develop interactive dashboards that support real-time opioid overdose surveillance and decision-making.

Produce and disseminate monthly and annual opioid overdose surveillance reports, highlighting key trends, disparities, and actionable insights.
Identify and integrate new and innovative data sources to strengthen surveillance capacity and support programmatic initiatives.
Collaborate with evaluation teams to design and implement program evaluations, including quantitative analyses and qualitative methods such as focus groups.
Translate complex epidemiologic findings into clear, actionable presentations for diverse audiences, including leadership, community partners, and policymakers.
Serve as a liaison for Overdose Data to Action (OD2A) initiatives across multidisciplinary workgroups, task forces, and partner organizations.
Coordinate and implement a surveillance communications plan, including the development and dissemination of overdose spike alerts and situational updates.
Support internal data governance committees by providing technical expertise on data use, sharing agreements, and best practices.
Monitor national and local trends, emerging substances, and innovative surveillance methodologies to ensure alignment with cutting-edge public health practices.

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