Program Director
Requires:
Master’s degree in public health, epidemiology, nursing, genetic counseling or human health science or an equivalent combination of education and experience is required.
Previous experience (5 or more years) in public health or clinical medicine.
Previous experience with supervisory/management experience of program staff.
Experience with project management and preparing reports, charts, and other documents of a technical and scientific nature.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills, including public speaking experience.
Demonstrated ability to function independently.
Experience with word processing, spreadsheet, presentation, project management, and database software.
Demonstrated experience working effectively in a diverse environment.
Highly Desires:
Experience with public health surveillance.
Experience conducting statistical data analysis.
Experience with Microsoft Office, including Word, Excel, Access, and/or PowerPoint.
Desires:
A background in epidemiological data collection.
Experience with development and submission of IRB or equivalent applications.
Knowledge of University policies, procedures, and regulations.
Position and Application Details:
This position is located at the State Hygienic Lab Building in Coralville, Iowa.
To be considered for an interview, applicants must upload a resume and cover letter and mark them as a “Relevant File” to the submission.
Job openings are posted for a minimum of 14 calendar days and may be removed from posting and filled any time after the original posting period has ended.
Successful candidates will be required to self-disclose any conviction history and will be subject to a criminal background check and credential/education verification. Up to 5 professional references will be requested at a later step in the recruitment process.
For questions, contact Michele Hogue at michele-hogue@uiowa.edu.
Benefits Highlights:
Regular salaried position. Located in Iowa City, Iowa. Fringe benefit package including paid vacation; sick leave; health, dental, life and disability insurance options; and generous employer contributions into retirement plans.
Equal opportunity/affirmative action employer
The University of Iowa is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration for employment free from discrimination on the basis of race, creed, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, pregnancy (including childbirth and related conditions), disability, genetic information, status as a U.S. veteran, service in the U.S. military, sexual orientation, gender identity, or associational preferences.
Persons with disabilities who need assistance or accommodations with the application or interview process may contact University Human Resources/Faculty and Staff Disability Services, (319) 335-2660 or fsds@uiowa.edu. For jobs in UI Health care, please contact UI Health care Leave & Disability Administration at 319-356-7543.
