Regional Epidemiologist/Health Promotion Specialist

Job Description

Job Description

Regional Epidemiologist/Health Promotion Specialist
Town of Brookline (Metro Public Health Collaborative)
Salary range: $72,883 - $82,463

The Metro Public Health Collaborative — serving Brookline, Arlington, Belmont, and Newton — is seeking a Regional Epidemiologist / Health Promotion Specialist to advance community health and well-being across our partner municipalities. This is an exciting opportunity to combine epidemiology, data analysis, and health promotion in a collaborative, multi-community setting.

As a member of our regional public health team, you will play a key role in monitoring health trends, investigating disease outbreaks, and evaluating programs that address priority issues such as infectious disease, substance misuse, violence prevention, and chronic disease. You will also help translate data into actionable strategies and community outreach efforts that make a real difference in residents’ lives.

Key Responsibilities:

• Conduct disease surveillance, data analysis, and health assessments.
• Develop reports, presentations, and health communications for officials and the public.
• Support and evaluate programs addressing infectious disease, substance misuse, violence prevention, and other health priorities.
• Collaborate with local health departments, agencies, and stakeholders to implement effective health promotion strategies.

Qualifications:

• Master’s degree in epidemiology, public health, or a closely related field, and 3–5 years of professional experience in epidemiology and/or health promotion; or an equivalent combination of education and experience. Must have demonstrated skills in data analysis, interpretation, and visualization. Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to explain technical findings to diverse audiences.
• Valid Massachusetts driver’s license and ability to travel locally among partner communities.

This is a full-time, exempt position with a competitive salary and excellent benefits, including four weeks’ vacation, great health plans, and participation in the state pension system. Join us and help shape public health practice across multiple communities in the metro region.

Apply Now! This position is open until filled and applications received by October 6, 2025 will be prioritized for consideration.