Epidemiology/Epizootology Trainer

İşin təsviri

Job Description for Position of Epidemiology/Epizootology Trainer

This posting is related to the Collaborative Biological Engagement Program (CBEP) that is being administered in cooperation between the US Defense Threat Reduction Agency (DTRA) and the Government of Azerbaijan. The successful applicant for the position of Epidemiology and Epizootology trainer will train human and veterinaryepidemiologists/epizootologists and future Government of Azerbaijan trainers using materials approved by the Government of Azerbaijan and DTRA to develop a workforce capable of recognizing and responding to Especially Dangerous Pathogens (EDPs) and other diseases of importance to the Government of Azerbaijan.  Examples of EDPs are brucellosis, anthrax, Foot-and-Mouth disease, tularemia, plague, etc.

Responsibilities

• Train Ministry of Health (MoH)-selected epidemiologists and State Veterinary Service (SVS)-selected epizootologists in the principles of epidemiology, disease surveillance and outbreak response, especially as it pertains to EDPs.
• Revise, adapt, and assist in the translation of existing CBEP training curricula, as well as develop new training materials as needed,to fulfill program and Government of Azerbaijan requirements, including formatting, version control, and translation quality assurance.  Additionally, undertake regular updates to support a sustainable and country-appropriate Training Program. 
• Assist with the development of legal guidelines and documentation that supports sustainment of CBEP training in Azerbaijan.
• Support the integration of CBEP techniques and normalization of activities at engaged facilities through on-the-job training, mentoring, and the facilitation of communications, as needed.
• Support the development and implementation of CBEP research projects that involve and train Azerbaijani epidemiologists, epizootologists, and scientists.
• Follow DTRA procedures for the approval, scheduling, and reporting of training activities.
• Maintain training records to facilitate entry into an electronic database to track training scheduling and progress.
• Produce and edit training reports and documents, as required.
• Participate in teleconferences, meetings, reporting and management activities, as required.

Background

• Advanced (masters, doctorate) degree in epidemiology or comparable advanced training such as Field Epidemiology and Laboratory Training Program (FELTP), with a focus on epidemiologic methods including  statistical analysis, outbreak investigations, surveillance systems, and identification of risk factors for disease. 
• Experience in delivering formalized instruction preferred, such as through a university, technical school, NGO, government institution, or private training program.
• Proficiency in written and spoken English.
• Fluency in Azerbaijani and, preferably, Russian.
• Good organizational and communications skills.
• Capable of efficiently performing duties using common computer software applications – MS Office, Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint, Adobe Reader.
• Capable of understanding program goals and needs, adapting to rapidly-changing circumstances, working efficiently, making timely decisions, communicating clearly, and responding to oversight and managerial direction.
• Ability to travel within Azerbaijan for up to 2 weeks at a time.

• Salary 1100-1300
• Age 21-40
• Work Experience 3-5 years

E-mail: [email protected]

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