Job summary
Job post source
This job is directly from Children's Health
Job overview
The Epidemiologist, Injury Prevention at Children's Health leads research and evaluation projects focused on injury and violence prevention to support child trauma reduction and program development.
Responsibilities and impact
The role involves designing and leading scientific studies, evaluating injury prevention programs, conducting epidemiologic and surveillance activities, assisting with grant applications, providing statistical expertise, maintaining research approvals, coordinating trauma data, and collaborating on clinical data systems and analysis.
Compensation and benefits
Benefits include employee medical plan premium coverage after 3 years, 4%-10% savings plan match based on tenure, paid parental leave up to 12 weeks, caregiver leave, and adoption and surrogacy reimbursement.
Experience and skills
Requires at least 2 years of related experience and a doctoral degree in Public Health, Anthropology, Psychology, or a related field; skills include advanced epidemiologic methods, statistical analysis, research design, and effective communication.
Career development
Opportunities include leading functional teams or projects, solving complex problems, and contributing to a nationally recognized injury research program with potential for professional growth in a specialized discipline.
Work environment and culture
Children's Health values diversity, inclusion, and culturally effective care, fostering a supportive environment that respects all identities and promotes collaboration and community impact.
Company information
Children's Health is affiliated with UT Southwestern, focused on pediatric care and injury prevention, delivering advanced treatments and community health initiatives to improve children's well-being.
Team overview
The position supports the Director of Injury and Violence Prevention and collaborates with trauma registry and research leadership teams to advance injury prevention efforts.
Job location and travel
The job is remote, supporting Dallas and Plano operations, with a full-time day shift schedule.
Unique job features
The role offers involvement in cutting-edge injury prevention research, integration of clinical data systems, and opportunities to influence program development and quality improvement within a leading pediatric health organization.
Company overview
Children's Health is a leading pediatric health care system in North Texas, providing comprehensive care through its hospitals, specialty centers, and primary care locations. The organization generates revenue through patient services, partnerships, and various health programs. Established over a century ago, Children's Health has a rich history of innovation and dedication to improving children's health outcomes. It is affiliated with UT Southwestern Medical Center, enhancing its research and clinical capabilities.
How to land this job
Tailor your resume to emphasize your expertise in injury and violence prevention epidemiology, highlighting your experience designing and implementing research studies and evaluating program outcomes relevant to child trauma.
Showcase your skills in statistical analysis, data interpretation, and your ability to collaborate with multidisciplinary teams, including trauma registries and clinical data systems, as these are key for the role.
Apply through multiple channels such as Children’s Health corporate careers page, LinkedIn, and relevant job boards to maximize your application visibility and reach.
Connect with professionals in the Injury Prevention or Trauma Department at Children’s Health on LinkedIn; start conversations with ice breakers like asking about recent injury prevention initiatives or expressing interest in their collaboration with UT Southwestern.
Optimize your resume for ATS by incorporating keywords from the job description such as 'injury prevention,' 'epidemiologic studies,' 'statistical evaluation,' 'IRB submissions,' and 'trauma registry' to ensure your resume passes automated screenings.
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