Remote Cscp Jobs (NOW HIRING)

SUMMARY

Heluna Health and the Occupational Health Branch (OHB) of the California Department of Public Health (CDPH) are seeking an Epidemiologist to join the California Safe Cosmetics Program (CSCP).  

CSCP is a multidisciplinary team that includes research scientists, analysts, and communications staff. The Program’s primary purpose is to collect information on hazardous ingredients in cosmetic products sold in California and to make this information available to the public. The Epidemiologist supports CSCP’s goals by researching and analyzing data on chemical ingredients and exposures in workers and other consumers.

Applicants must submit both a cover letter and resume for consideration.

This position is funded through 6/30/2028.

Salary Range: $80,000- $100,000 annually depending on experience/qualifications.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Leads projects; makes recommendations and decisions regarding methods, specific procedures to be utilized, and activities regarding new and ongoing research projects.
• Collaborates with other staff in the Program and may contribute to multiple projects.
• Conducts analysis of data, interprets results, and disseminates findings to stakeholders in reports, web pages, or scientific abstracts and journals.
• Reviews scientific literature to maintain and develop professional skills in the areas of occupational/environmental epidemiology, exposure science, and statistical methods.

JOB QUALIFICATIONS

• Expertise in the fundamentals and principles of epidemiology, biostatistics, and public health; fluent with current, state-of-the-art statistical methods.
• Experience designing and conducting epidemiologic studies, ideally in an occupational or environmental health setting.
• Ability and experience analyzing and interpreting complex data.
• Experience linking large datasets is desirable.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills with an ability to communicate complex topics to both scientific and lay audiences.
• Knowledge of current developments in public health.
• Excellent organization and attention to detail.
• Ability to prioritize and manage multiple tasks and work independently.
• Ability to work as part of a team.
• Fluency in spoken and written English.

 Education/Experience

• Completed Ph.D. in Epidemiology or related field, or a Master of Public Health (MPH) or related master’s degree, with additional experience and an emphasis in environmental or occupational epidemiology.
• At least two years of post-graduate experience in public health is desirable.
• Evidence of prior publications, as a primary or co-author is desirable.
• Knowledge and use of statistical software such as Statistical Analysis Software (SAS) or R is required. Proficiency in Structured Query Language (SQL) is desirable.
• Proficiency with data visualization software is desirable.

Certificates/Licenses/Clearances

• N/A

Other Skills, Knowledge, and Abilities

Skilled in the use of Microsoft Office products including Word, Excel, Access, Outlook, Power Point, and Teams

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

Stand: Frequently

Walk: Occasionally

Sit: Constantly

Handling / Fingering: Frequently

Reach Outward: Occasionally

Reach Above Shoulder: Occasionally

Climb, Crawl, Kneel, Bend: Occasionally

Lift / Carry: Occasionally - Up to 25 lbs

Push/Pull: Occasionally - Up to 25 lbs

See: Constantly

Taste/ Smell: Not Applicable

Not Applicable = Not required for essential functions

Occasionally = (0 - 2 hrs/day)

Frequently = (2 - 5 hrs/day)

Constantly = (5+ hrs/day)

WORK ENVIRONMENT

Remote or Hybrid. May travel less than 5% time. Must have active Wi-Fi/internet access at remote location.

EEOC STATEMENT

It is the policy of Heluna Health to provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants, without regard to age (40 and over), national origin or ancestry, race, color, religion, sex, gender, sexual orientation, pregnancy or perceived pregnancy, reproductive health decision making, physical or mental disability, medical condition (including cancer or a record or history of cancer), AIDS or HIV, genetic information or characteristics, veteran status or military service.