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Date Posted August 31, 2009

Post-Doctoral and Post-Graduate Opportunities
Université catholique de Louvain (Belgium)

The Université catholique de Louvain (Belgium) is looking for three enthusiastic individuals to work on “Integrating theory and observations of the Pleistocene”, a frontier project recently funded by the European Research Council.  The project ambition is to draw on palaeoclimate data and state-of-the art applied mathematics to develop and confront theories of ice ages.  Three positions are open:

a. A post-doctoral fellow with credential in Bayesian statistics.  He/she will be responsible for the development, validation and calibration of dynamical-statistical models of palaeoclimates.  Calibration strategies envisaged in this project include particle filters, and the candidate will have the freedom to explore techniques at the frontier of modern applied statistics through active collaboration with our partner, the Institute of statistics of the University of Bristol.

b. A post-graduate research fellow with training and interest in dynamical system theory and analysis.  His/her mission is to develop and study low-order dynamical systems capturing ice age dynamics inferred from palaeoclimate data analysis.

c. A post-graduate research fellow with training and interest in experiment design and analysis.  The goal of his/her work will be to provide constraints on the Earth climate response to changes in orbital parameters, ice sheet topography and ocean state, on the basis of a set of well-designed computer experiments with general circulation models.  The applicant will benefit IT support to actually run the experiments.

Post-doctoral applications for job profiles b and c above will also be considered.

We are keen to develop an international and lively team spirit, with unified working practices and open-access mentality.  Candidates must have good English spoken and oral skills and be ready to work with LaTex and the R statistical environments.  Candidates should be open to European mobility.

The “George Lemaître Center for Climate and Earth Research”, within the Université catholique de Louvain, is a particularly active environment with two currently running ERC projects.  It is located in the lively and cosmopolitan town of Louvain-la-Neuve, 30 km South of Brussels, and is expected to move to fully renovated offices with 12 months.

Salaries are determined in accordance with the Belgian legal system.  Positions are contractual.  The project manager is Michel Crucifix.  More on the project may be found at:
http://www.astr.ucl.ac.be/index.php?page=crucifix%23Research

Applications should be sent along with three scanned recommendation letters to itop@uclouvain.be by the 30th September 2009.

Date Posted August 31, 2009

EPIDEMIOLOGIST

MILWAUKEE HEALTH DEPARTMENT

Purpose:  The Epidemiologist is responsible for the development, implementation, analysis, planning, and review of surveillance systems for the Milwaukee Health Department (MHD).  The position will provide biostatistics and quantitative analysis to be utilized in program evaluation, health services research, applied research, and academic research.  These activities may include the coordination of surveillance, epidemiology, and communicate activities relative to public health preparedness.

Essential Functions:
Oversee public health surveillance systems, and conduct advanced quantitative analyses of MHD programs and service data.

Provide leadership for the development of program and research-based grant proposals.

Plan and direct studies to investigate disease, preventive methods, and treatments for disease.

Conduct research to develop methodologies, instrumentation, and procedures.

Provide expertise in the design, management, and evaluation of study protocols and health status questionnaires, sample selection, and analysis. 

Work with UWM School of Public Health to develop research and student training opportunities.

Communicate research findings on diseases to health practitioners, policy makers, and the public.

Monitor and report incidents of infectious diseases to local and state health agencies.

Assist in the investigation of communicable disease outbreaks or parasites to determine cause and risk factors, progress, life cycle, or mode of transmission.

Educate healthcare workers, patients, and the public about infectious and communicable diseases, including disease transmission and prevention.

Identify and analyze public health issues and their impact on policies, scientific studies, or surveys.

Write policies, program proposals, technical papers, publications and/or reports to address areas of need.

Perform other job-related duties as assigned by Public Health Research and Policy Director.

Note: This position may require the working of non-standard hours and be subject to 24-hour/7 day emergency call-out at any time.

Reasonable accommodations requested by qualified individuals with disabilities will be made in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) of 1990.

Minimum Requirements:
Masters Degree in Biostatistics, Public Health, Epidemiology, or closely related field from an accredited college or university; copies of transcripts (student copies acceptable) must be submitted with application.

Two years of professional experience in epidemiology/related duties.
  Note: Equivalent combinations of education and experience may also be considered.

Valid driver’s license at time of appointment and maintained throughout employment.

Properly insured personal vehicle for use on the job is required, mileage reimbursement is provided.

Residency in the City of Milwaukee within six months of appointment and throughout employment.

Desirable Qualifications:
Experience with emergency management services including public health preparedness and response.

Experience publishing research relating to communicable or infectious disease.

Knowledge of biologic, chemical, and radiological terrorism agents, methods, and mitigation.

PhD in Biostatistics, Epidemiology, or closely related field.

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and Other Characteristics:
Knowledge of communicable and infectious disease surveillance method and systems.

Knowledge of public health preparedness activities, trends, and best practices in epidemiology; ability to stay current.

Strong observation, research planning, evaluation, and reasoning skills.

Skill applying probability, statistical inference, linear and logistical regression, non-parametric, and survival analysis.

Skill in effectively employing data analysis with statistical/project management software-e.g. SPSS, Stata, and GPS.

Skill in developing and maintaining linked data sets.

Ability to define problems, incorporate several abstract/concrete variables, collect data, and draw valid conclusions.

Ability to apply concepts such as fractions, percentages, ratios, and proportions to practical situations.

Ability to evaluate, interpret, and synthesize information from scientific results/clinical data, professional journals, technical procedures, or government regulations.

Ability to write reports, business correspondence, and procedure manuals.

Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of managers, staff, and the public.

Ability to use interpersonal skills to build and maintain good working relationships with a multi-cultural and multi-disciplinary staff, various City of Milwaukee officials, and other agencies.

Ability to work independently and function as part of a team.

Ability to maintain confidentiality.

Ability to multi-task, be flexible, and willingness to interact with first responders-e.g. firefighters, law enforcement.

Strong organizational and time-management skills.

Salary Range (SG 09):  $60,809 to $85,129 annually with excellent benefits.  Recruitment is normally at the beginning of the pay range.

The Selection Process will be job related and will consist of one or more of the following:  training and experience evaluation; written, oral or performance examinations; or other assessment methods.  The Department of Employee Relations reserves the right to call only the most qualified candidates to oral and performance examinations.  Oral examinations may include written exercises.  Selection process component weights will be determined by further analysis of the job.  The examination will be held as soon as practical after Sept. 11, 2009.  Receipt of applications may be discontinued after this date without prior notice.  However, recruitment may continue until the needs of the city have been met.  Qualified applicants will be notified by mail of the date, time, and place of the examination.

Applications and further information may be obtained from www.milwaukee.gov/jobs  or in person or via mail from City of Milwaukee Department of Employee Relations, Room 706, City Hall, 200 E. Wells St, Milwaukee, WI 53202-3554, or by calling 414.286.3751.

09-057-LL                                           8/18/09                                                EEO 104

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