The Bureau of Communicable Diseases (BCD), part of the Division of Disease Control, is responsible for the surveillance, prevention, and control of over 70 infectious diseases including foodborne, enteric, waterborne, respiratory, zoonotic and vector-borne diseases. You will assist the Antimicrobial Resistance Unit and the One Health team by providing dedicated analytical support to monitor and control multi drug resistant organisms in humans and animals in New York City. Within BCD, the Antimicrobial Resistance Unit (ARU) aims to 1) conduct surveillance for and facilitate rapid response to high-priority multidrug-resistant organisms, 2) undertake epidemiologic research on the transmission of these organisms in the community, and 3) promote judicious antibiotic prescribing practices and infection prevention efforts by disseminating resources to NYC stakeholders, including data on local antibiotic use and resistance trends. The ARU is comprised of three
teams: the Surveillance and Data team, the Infection Prevention and Control (IPC) and Antimicrobial Stewardship (AS) team, and the One Health team. The goals of the One Health team are to understand and control the spread of multidrug-resistant organisms in humans, animals, and our shared environment.
DUTIES WILL INCLUDE BUT NOT BE LIMITED TO:
Under the supervision of the One Health team lead, this analyst will provide data support for both the One Health team specifically as well as the ARU more broadly. Their duties will include, but are not limited to:
- Building, maintaining, and strengthening surveillance of antimicrobial resistance and antimicrobial use data from humans and animals.
- Supporting IPC and AS for veterinary professionals including creating new and innovative resources.
- Providing analytical support for whole genome sequencing (WGS) initiatives, including: o Coordinating with epidemiology, laboratory, informatics, and information technology teams to ensure proper transmission of WGS data.
o Developing and maintaining routine reports to analyze and share WGS data.
- Providing analytical support for ARU projects including:
o Surveillance of carbapenem-resistant organisms (CRO) and methicillin-resistant Staphylococcus aureus (MRSA) in New York City and detection of community-associated transmission
o Core ARU duties and data needs such as CRO case investigations, routine data cleaning, quality assurance activities, etc.
- Supporting project management needs based on data analytics.
- Presenting results of data analyses to internal and external stakeholders.
PREFERRED SKILLS:
- Proficiency in Statistical Analysis Software (SAS), R, SQL, and/or REDCap
- Proficiency in navigating computer systems; ability to learn new data systems quickly; and ability to comply with data integrity and security safeguards for personal identifiable information
- Experience and training in public health, one health, and/or antimicrobial resistance
- Excellent interpersonal skills including the ability to interact professionally with people from diverse cultural, racial, ethnic, gender, and socioeconomic backgrounds
- A positive attitude and strong work ethic
- Excellent organizational skills, attention to detail, critical thinking ability, and sound judgment
- Ability to speak, read, and write in English
- Must be a NYC resident or become one within 90 days of hire
Why you should work for us:
- Loan Forgiveness: As a prospective employee of the City of New York, you may be eligible for federal/state loan forgiveness and repayment assistance programs that lessen your payments or even fully forgive your full balance. For more information, please visit the U.S. Department of Education’s website (https://studentaid.gov/pslf/)
- Benefits: City employees are entitled to unmatched benefits such as:
o a premium-free health insurance plan that saves employees over $10K annually, per a 2024 assessment.
o additional health, fitness, and financial benefits may be available based on the position’s associated union/benefit fund.
o a public sector defined benefit pension plan with steady monthly payments in retirement.
o a tax-deferred savings program and
o a robust Worksite Wellness Program that offers resources and opportunities to keep you healthy while serving New Yorkers.
- Work From Home Policy: Depending on your position, you may be able to work up to two days during the week from home.
- Job Security - you could enjoy more job security compared to private sector employment and be able to contribute to making NYC a healthy place to live and work.
Established in 1805, the New York City Department of Health and Mental Hygiene (NYC Health Department) is the oldest and largest health department in the U.S., dedicated to protecting and improving the health of NYC. Our mission is to safeguard the health of every resident and cultivate a city where everyone, regardless of age, background, or location, can achieve their optimal health. We provide a wide array of programs and services focused on food and nutrition, anti-tobacco support, chronic disease prevention, HIV/AIDS treatment, family and child health, environmental health, mental health, and social justice initiatives. As the primary population health strategist and policy authority for NYC, with a rich history of public health initiatives and scientific advancements, from addressing the 1822 yellow fever outbreak to the COVID-19 pandemic, we serve as a global leader in public health innovation and expertise.
Come join us and help to continue our efforts in making a difference in the lives of all New Yorkers!
Commitment to Equity:
The City of New York is an inclusive equal opportunity employer committed to recruiting and retaining a diverse workforce and providing a work environment that is free from discrimination and harassment based upon any legally protected status or protected characteristic, including but not limited to an individual's sex, race, color, ethnicity, national origin, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, veteran status, gender identity, or pregnancy.
The NYC Health Department is an inclusive equal opportunity employer committed to providing access and reasonable accommodation to all individuals. To request reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, contact Sye-Eun Ahn, Director of the Office of Equal Employment Opportunity, at [email protected] or 347-396-6549.
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