Biological Scientist IV - 64061553
Other · TALLAHASSEE, FL, US, 32399 · Florida
- Role
- Data scientist
- Posted
- Nov 10, 2026
- Closes
- Not listed
- Salary
- Department of Health
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Summary
This position serves as the epidemiologist for Florida's statewide cancer registry, the Florida Cancer Data System (FCDS), within the Department of Health's Division of Public Health Statistics and Performance Management. The incumbent conducts cancer surveillance and epidemiologic activities, analyzes statewide cancer incidence and mortality data, responds to stakeholder inquiries, and develops reports and presentations on cancer trends and burden. The role requires close collaboration with internal and external partners including healthcare facilities, researchers, and federal agencies to support statewide cancer control and public health decision-making.
Key qualifications
- Post-secondary degree from an accredited college or university with a major in public health, epidemiology, statistics, environmental, natural, or physical sciences
- Knowledge of epidemiology, public health surveillance, data management, and basic statistics
- Skilled in Microsoft Office products and data analytic computer programs
- Ability to review, interpret, and communicate complex scientific and technical data
- Preferred: 3-5 years public health and/or applied epidemiology experience with experience analyzing large datasets
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