Job postings as of September 21, 2022

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POSITION: Project Coordinator, Health Equity and Access to Care (HEAC) Project

ORGANIZATION: CUNY Research Foundation – CUNY Center for Immigrant, Refugee and Global Health (CIRGH) 

The Health Equity and Access to Care (HEAC) project focuses on individuals’ experiences with healthcare in New York City. It is a multi-year collaboration with the Bureau of Equitable Health Systems at the NYC Department of Health and Mental Hygiene (DOH). 

The project comprises focus groups and interviews with a diverse sample of New York City residents.

We are looking to hire a Project Coordinator who will be responsible for the day-to-day operations of the project working closely with the PI (Prof. Diana Romero), the HEAC Project Administrator and Associate Director of the CUNY Center for Immigrant, Refugee and Global Health (CIRGH; Elisabeth Manipoud Figueroa), and several Focus Group Moderators/Project Assistants. The HEAC Project Coordinator will manage multiple aspects of the project, including but not limited to: participant outreach and recruitment; focus group/interview scheduling and coordination; data collection management and preparation for analysis; IRB updates/amendments and renewals; contact with vendors; and overall project coordination (e.g., meetings/minutes, project summaries/updates, project document management, literature review, presentation preparation, etc).

Applicant Qualifications 

The successful applicant will have a combination of the following:

• an advanced degree in public health or a related field (or be near completion)
• 2+ years of work experience with research design and implementation
• demonstrated ability to manage complex projects and assignments
• strong interpersonal and organizational skills
• strong verbal and written communication skills 
• experience with Qualtrics, Dedoose and/or Excel
• working knowledge of another language (desired, not required)

Position Commitment and Compensation

Depending on the candidate’s background skills and experience, the position ultimately offered can range between 28 and 35 hours/week per week. This is a grant-funded position managed through the CUNY Research Foundation with an hourly rate between $30-35 and will include benefits. While some remote work is possible, a weekly in-office work presence is required (specific schedule to be established), as well as occasional travel to different NYC-based recruitment events/venues. The position is available to be filled immediately.

To Apply

Interested individuals who meet a majority of the qualifications listed above are encouraged to apply by sending an email to Elisabeth.Figueroa@sph.cuny.edu with the following: 1) detailed cover letter summarizing applicable background/experience, 2) resume/CV, 3) information regarding availability for a video interview beginning the week of 9/19/22.                                                                                         

To view the official job posting: NYC-DOH/ HEAC Project Coordinator 

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POSITION: Associate Professor/ Chair – Health Equity, Administration, and Technology (HEAT)

ORGANIZATION: CUNY Lehman College – Department of Health Equity, Administration & Technology (HEAT)

The Department of Health Equity, Administration & Technology (HEAT) at Lehman College is seeking a tenured or tenure-track Associate Professor begin Spring 2023 who will provide strategic leadership as the department chair in a dynamic and growing department to help shape the future health services administration and public health curriculum, research and practice in New York City and beyond. We are particularly interested in those who have a versatile background and record of scholarly accomplishment in the fields of health equity, health services system delivery, health management and administration, social and environmental health justice, and data analysis.

Lehman College is a senior college in The City University of New York (CUNY) system that prides itself on its commitment to public urban higher education. Located in the Bronx, the College serves its diverse student body of more than 15,000 students by providing a liberal arts education that prepares them for employment, graduate study, and the professions.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Ph.D. degree in area(s) of experience or equivalent. Also required are the ability to teach successfully, demonstrated scholarship or achievement, and ability to cooperate with others for the good of the institution.
• Candidates must have a doctoral degree in health administration, management, or a related field, and evidence of active research and publication in health services administration and or related field. Preference will be given to applicants who have practical experience in health care administration and evidence of excellence in teaching which includes multi-modalities of teaching such as online and hybrid and have the ability to teach across a range of health administrative and social justice related courses. Established record of peer-reviewed journal publications and extensive professional experience preferred. A new faculty at the rank of Associate Professor with tenure is at the approval of the Board of Trustees following the established procedures for tenure review.

Salary: $105,676-$115, 496 per year 

To view the official job posting: Associate Professor/ Chair , HEAT, Lehman College

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POSITION: Government Affairs Associate

ORGANIZATION: Greater New York Hospital Association (GNYHA)

Greater New York Hospital Association (GNYHA) is a trade association representing nearly 160 hospitals and health systems in the metropolitan New York area and throughout the State, as well as New Jersey, Connecticut, and Rhode Island.

Reporting to the Senior Vice President, Federal Government Affairs, the Government Affairs Associate will be responsible for supporting Greater New York Hospital Association (GNYHA) government affairs staff. The primary focus for this position is Federal advocacy.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Collaborate with the Senior Vice President to produce written materials including legislative alerts, PowerPoint presentations, as well as articles for GNYHA newsletters.
• Provide project specific research support on a variety of topics that affect GNYHA members.  
• Collaborate with GNYHA policy experts to help produce written advocacy materials including position papers.
• Report on any issues affecting GNYHA members and deliver oral and/or written reports.
• Provide support with tracking bills, hearings, markups, and other aspects of the Federal legislative process.
• Coordinate meetings with various individuals, including GNYHA member hospitals and Congressional staff.
• Travel to various meetings in New York City and Washington, DC.
• Interact directly with Congressional staff, including Capitol Hill visits.
• Assist in the completion and submission of Federal lobbying disclosures.

Skills & Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree required.
• 0 – 2 years’ experience working in healthcare policy or government and/or a strong desire to work in these sectors.
• Strong writing and presentation skills (Word,  and PowerPoint).
• Highly organized and strong attention to detail.
• Ability to learn various software products to track legislation and perform other duties (e.g. Legislative Retrieval System, Phone2Action, etc).
• Familiarity with legislative process a plus.
• Experience in Federal Public Health and/or public policy a plus.
• Ability and willingness to travel occasionally.

Work Schedule: A hybrid model with the expectation to be present in the office at least 3 days per week while working remotely the remaining days. This schedule is subject to change as needed.

*Please include a cover letter with your application.* 

To view the official job posting: GNYHA Government Affairs Associate

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POSITION: Data Abstraction Specialist – Temporary

ORGANIZATION: The Fund for Public Health in NYC (FPHNYC)

The Fund for Public Health in New York City (FPHNYC) is a 501(c)3 non-profit organization that is dedicated to the advancement of the health and well-being of all New Yorkers. 

The Data Abstraction Specialist will report to the Research and Surveillance Manager. They will assist with abstraction of data from medical examiner and toxicology reports and will enter this data in a database for the purpose of conducting overdose mortality surveillance; as well as development and evaluation of prevention efforts. 

Qualifications:

• BA/BS in sociology, psychology, anthropology, public health, or a related social science field.
• Experience conducting administrative tasks simultaneously and efficiently
• Excellent computer and communication skills
• Excellent interpersonal and organizational skills

Hourly Compensation Rate: up to $25/hour, commensurate with experience.

To view the official job posting: FPHNYC – Data Abstraction Specialist

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POSITION:  Program Manager, Get the Good Stuff  

ORGANIZATION: Fund for Public Health in New York City (FPHNYC)

The Healthy Eating Unit seeks a Get the Good Stuff Program Manager to support expansion and implementation of the Get the Good Stuff program. Salary range for this position is between $77,000-83,000.

Get the Good Stuff aims to make fruits and vegetables more affordable for New Yorkers participating in the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) by providing a dollar-for-dollar match on SNAP purchases of eligible fruits, vegetables and beans at select independent grocery stores.

The Get the Good Stuff Program Manager will report to the Senior Manager, Nutrition Incentives Portfolio and be a key member of a team of 4-5 people focused on developing and executing innovative approaches to increasing access to healthy food among New Yorkers with low incomes.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Manage the Get the Good Stuff program including recruiting and selecting supermarket partners for program expansion, overseeing supermarket inventory review and training supermarket staff. Manage program implementation at all participating supermarkets and provide ongoing technical assistance with promoting, tracking and monitoring incentive distribution and redemption.
• Manage relationships with participating supermarkets and participating supermarkets point-of-sales (POS) vendors and oversee development and implementation of electronic incentive systems in partnership with POS vendors.
• Manage, with guidance from the Senior Manager, program budgets and grant reporting to external evaluators and grant funders. In coordination with the Fund for Public Health NYC, execute contracts with program partners and monitor contract deliverables, budgets and invoicing.
• Supervise and manage staff who coordinate day-to-day program operations and part-time temporary staff that support program recruitment, implementation and evaluation activities.
• With guidance from the Bureaus research and evaluation team and the Senior Program Manager, plan and implement process and outcome evaluations and support data analysis and reporting.
• Manage Get the Good Stuff promotional activities including developing communication materials, outreaching to internal and external stakeholders and collecting program partner and participant testimonials.
• Serve as a representative of DOHMH in meetings, give presentations and develop written materials as needed.

Qualifications: Master’s degree in public health, public policy, nutrition or related field from an accredited college or university. At least three years of professional experience, including two years of experience coordinating nutrition programs.

To view the official job posting: Get the Good Stuff Program Manager

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POSITION: BSI Consulting Technician, Industrial Hygiene

ORGANIZATION: BSI Consulting – EHS Services and Solutions

BSI’s EHS Services and Solutions in the Greater New York City area is looking for experienced health and safety professionals with 0-2 years of experience in health and safety consulting and/or corporate health and safety program management who are highly motivated by the cultivation of long-term and mutually rewarding relationships with clients, coworkers, and partners.

The successful candidates will have a strong history of performing general safety technical work, industrial hygiene, and servicing clients.

This is an opportunity for professionals looking to advance their career with a global health and safety leader, and to make a significant impact in successfully implementing BSI’s global strategy

Consulting Technician Responsibilities:

• Perform Industrial Hygiene (IH) exposure assessments
• Create and carry out IH sampling plans
• Produce reports and other deliverables
• Interpret technical data
• Hazardous building material surveys
• Creating/maintaining/implementing hazard communication/chemical safety programs
• Performing health and safety inspections & assessments such as general building safety, PPE, lockout/tagout, confined space, and machine guarding
• Creating and delivering health and safety training
• Developing or maintaining management systems

Education/Qualifications:

• Ability to develop and sustain customer relationships
• Prior industrial hygiene health and safety experience; environmental preferred
• General knowledge of health and safety; environmental preferred
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to gather and organize data from multiple sources
• Ability to plan and implement projects
• Possesses or working towards professional certifications (such as CIH, ASP, CSP, CPE, CAC, or CHMM) desired, but not required
• Understanding and expertise of health and safety regulatory requirements
• Experience conducting regulatory compliance audits preferred
• Must be available to travel domestically and internationally

To view the official job posting: BSI Consulting Technician, Industrial Hygiene

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POSITION: Bureau of Chronic Disease Prevention (multiple positions)

ORGANIZATION: NYC Department of Health and Mental Hygiene

Bureau of Chronic Disease Prevention at the NYC Department of Health and Mental Hygiene has multiple    roles, position openings can be found at www.nyc.gov/jobs:

• Hypertension Initiative Manager, Clinical and Scientific Affairs unit, search by job ID: 539927
• Hypertension Initiative Program Assistant, Clinical and Scientific Affairs unit,  search by job id: 527884
• Evaluator for Groceries to Go, Research & Evaluation unit, search by job  ID: 546801
• Program Coordinator for Groceries to Go, Nutrition Policy & Programs unit, search by job  ID: 546221
• Senior Program Manager for Groceries to Go, Nutrition Policy & Programs unit, search by job  ID: 545728
• Farm to Preschool Manager,  Nutrition Policy & Programs unit, search by job  ID: 546536
• Community Engagement Specialist, Nutrition Policy & Programs unit, search by job  ID: 550540 

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POSITION: Multiple Openings

ORGANIZATION: CDC

CDC has multiple roles, position openings, please view official job posting in hyperlinks below 

Supervisory Intelligence Research Specialist: Serves as Director of the Public Health Intelligence Office (PHIO). Provides global public health national security support, direction, and policy recommendations to CDC leadership and staff. It plays a crucial role in establishing and implementing national security and Controlled Unclassified Information (CUI) protocols. PHIO also oversees CDC’s Insider Threat Program. Salary: $138,437.00 to $176,300.00  Grade: 15; Deadline: September 22, 2022

Health Communications Officer: Lead and direct the development and implementation of a comprehensive communication and marketing program, including the establishing of goals and objectives, instituting policies, programs, and activities and ensuring integration with other research, surveillance, and prevention activities.  Salary: $138,437.00 to $176,300.00 Grade: GS-15 Deadline: Friday, September 23, 2022

Health Communication Specialist:  Serve as a health communication and marketing content expert for HHS health, regulatory or human services programs.  Salary: $99,595.00 to $129,472.00 Grade: GS-13 Deadline: Monday, September 26, 2022

Statistician (Health): Plans and conducts multiple research studies focused on the causes, incidence and cost of accidents, disease and disabling illness. Studies are designed for the purpose of identifying, analyzing, and reporting on emerging public health issues and problems. Salary: $99,595.00 to $129,472.00 ; Grade: GS-13 Deadline: Monday, September 26, 2022

Epidemiologist (Bilingual-Portuguese): Responsible for carrying out a full range of complex epidemiologic and surveillance activities. In addition, incumbent will have responsibility for providing technical consultation and assistance to Federal, State, local and other health agencies concerning various complex epidemiology projects.  Salary: $99,595.00 to $129,472.00 ; Grade: GS-13 Deadline: Tuesday, October 4, 2022

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POSITION: Specialist, Health Education

ORGANIZATION:  Health Plan of San Joaquin

Health Plan of San Joaquin, CA is hiring a second health education specialist. It is a remote position, with required in person meetings. We are looking for someone who has experience in creating educational curriculum, facilitating classes and supporting folks with managing their health conditions. There are other duties involved as the HE specialist, but this would be the larger project this person would be doing. If you are local or reside in the areas HPSJ serves that’s a plus. Bachelors is required, but CHES or MPH preferred. HPSJ is a unionized workplace with SEIU Local 1021.

The Health Education Specialist is responsible for assisting with the planning, developing and implementing of member and provider health education programs and services consistent with state and departmental objectives and applicable regulations. Work is varied and moderately complex, and requires a moderate degree of discretion and independent judgment.

• Assists in the development of department population-based health education programs to include action plans and budgets that align with company-wide and department objectives.
• Compiles and analyzes data to identify health education needs; monitors and analyzes results; recommends and implements changes based on findings.
• Assists with developing appropriate program interventions based on readability and suitability results.
• Collaborates with internal and external partners to measure effectiveness of health education programs and access.
• Assists in researching, developing and reviewing curriculum and content for member and provider health education programs and materials.
• Conducts or assists with conducting field testing or member focus groups based on state regulations; assists with developing and implementing appropriate changes based on results.
• Researches, maintains, and distributes a directory of health education services, resources and events offered by community organizations, health care facilities and other agencies in HPSJ’s service area; available to internal and external stakeholders.
• Collaborates, as directed, with Health Promotions/C&L on internal and external committees related to health education and health care issues; may partner with participants to develop and implement health education opportunities; may represent the plan at State Health Education committee meetings.
• Coordinates the Health Education committee, including but not limited to preparing agenda, scheduling and logging meeting minutes.
• Assists with the compilation, development, and submission of internal and external reports, including all mandated and regulatory reports, responses, and corrective action plans.
• Assists with the collection of data for state mandated Group Needs Assessment (GNA) report by conducting member interviews such as; phone and in-person surveys, attending interdepartmental and key external community groups meetings.

Required Skills: 

• Basic knowledge of relevant health care industry developments, trends, best practices and resources.
• Basic knowledge of and ability to identify, implement, and monitor relevant health education metrics models.
• Intermediate skill in data collection and analysis.
• Ability to create relevant health education surveys for internal and external stakeholders.
• Basic knowledge of community health problems, existing methods of intervention and control, and health education needs of various target groups.
• Basic knowledge of the principles of health education, including program implementation and evaluation.
• Basic knowledge of the functions and services of community health agencies and community organizations.
• Produces work that is accurate, complete, and timely.
• Produces the appropriate amount of work.
• Actively learns through experimentation when tackling new problems, using both successes and failures to learn.
• Rebounds from setbacks and adversity when facing difficult situations.
• Seeks the most effective and efficient process to get things done, with a focus on continuous improvement.
• Time management and organizational skills. Uses time effectively and efficiently. Values time. Concentrates his/her efforts on the more important priorities. Can attend to a broader range of activities. Meets deadlines.
• Very strong oral and written communication skills with the ability to communicate professionally and persuasively to diverse individuals and groups inside and outside of HPSJ.
• Strong presentation skills with the ability to effectively explain complex information and tailor presentations to a specific audience.
• Interpersonal skills – interacts effectively with individuals both inside and outside of HPSJ; relates openly and comfortably with diverse groups of people.
• Ability to commit to and facilitate an atmosphere of collaboration and team work.
• Strong customer service skills.
• Intermediate skills in Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook.
• Ability to speak and be understood in English.
• Ability to handle confidential information with appropriate discretion. 

Preferred: 

• Basic knowledge of the principles and practices of managed care, and Medi-Cal or other state sponsored programs.
• Basic knowledge of the healthcare issues typical of Medi-Cal or other disadvantaged populations.

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree with a major in Health Education, Health Promotion, Community Health or Public Health; and
• At least one year experience in health education program development and implementation; and at least one year experience working with diverse populations. 

Preferred Qualifications:

• Managed care experience.
• Master’s degree from a program accredited by the Council on Education for Public Health (CEPH).
• Experience in health education activities for Medi-Cal or other state-sponsored programs.

Any questions, please contact Health Education  Specialist, Jessica Nila, MPH jnila@hpsj.com

To view the official job posting: Health Education Specialist

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POSITION:  Assistant Professor of Public Health (tenure track)

ORGANIZATION: UC Merced, Department of Public Health

The Department of Public Health at the University of California, Merced (https://publichealth.ucmerced.edu/) invites applications for a tenure-track Assistant Professor position in Public Health. 

Preferred candidates will: 1) have a strong record of research excellence as demonstrated via peer-reviewed publications in public health or interdisciplinary journals; 2) demonstrate evidence of the ability to teach public health coursework, particularly using student focused or student-centered approaches; and 3) demonstrate interest in working with students from diverse backgrounds. The successful candidate will be expected to advance a program of research, teach undergraduate courses, mentor undergraduate and graduate student researchers, and perform professional service to the department and institution appropriate to their career stage. We are especially interested in candidates who will contribute to the diversity and excellence of the academic community through their teaching, professional activities, and service.

In order to be considered, candidates must have a PhD or equivalent in Public Health or related field by the anticipated start date.

To view the official job posting: Assistant Professor of Public Health, UC Merced

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POSITION: Public Health Program Associate

ORGANIZATION: Bloomberg Philanthropies

Bloomberg Philanthropies works to create catalytic change across five areas of focus: arts and culture, education, the environment, government innovation, and public health. Our mission is to ensure better, longer lives for the greatest number of people. 

Our Public Health team is seeking a proactive, detail oriented and knowledgeable coordinator to support two programs: (1) Cardiovascular Health and (2) the Global Ambassador portfolio which supports Mike Bloomberg’s role as WHO Global Ambassador for Noncommunicable Diseases and Injuries, which includes the 70-city network, Partnership for Health Cities.  

This role will be based full time in New York City.

Key responsibilities include:

• Serve as coordinating liaison to Global Ambassador and Cardiovascular Health Program Partners to ensure consistent reporting and communications, both within the Foundation and with external partners.
• Provide critical reviews of monthly, quarterly, and annual partner reports, coordinating feedback, and synthesizing information for internal reporting; Monitor and follow up with partners on any unexpected report items or deviation from expected deliverables
• Assist in coordinating meetings with partners and other external stakeholders
• Assist in providing strategic support to governments, partners and local staff working in low- and middle-income countries to reduce noncommunicable diseases and injuries
• Creation of presentations, including innovative data visualization opportunities for information generated for our public health programs; prepare spreadsheets to track work.
• Research and prepare briefings, memos, presentation materials, reports and analysis for partner interactions, board meetings, internal and external stakeholder meetings

You’ll need to have:

• Masters degree in epidemiology, public health or related field
• At least 4 years’ of work experience in the field of public health, preferably in a global context
• Commitment, coupled with hands-on experiences, working in support of our Public Health team’s programs and values.
• Track record of reviewing public health data and analysis, crafting data driven reports, memos and presentations; with a sharp eye for accuracy and detail that can be interpreted by a wide audience, including non-technical audiences.
• Experience in working within partnerships and in diverse settings
• Excellent written and oral communication skills showcasing a capacity to synthesize information and develop compelling narratives
• Excellent project and time management skills with the ability to independently coordinate and lead multiple projects simultaneously with a focus on quality, follow-through and meeting tight deadlines
• Creative problem-solving skills; including an ability to grasp key issues and make recommendations for improvements
• Confidence to ask pertinent questions to grasp concepts quickly and think beyond specific tasks
• Tenacity with a strong work ethic and thrive in a fast-paced, results-driven environment
• Willingness to travel internationally
• Fluency in other language (Spanish, French, Mandarin) preferred

To view the official job posting: Public Health Program Associate