Entry Level Spatial Epidemiologist

RTI International is an independent, scientific research institute dedicated to improving the human condition. Our vision is to address the world's most critical problems with technical and science-based solutions in pursuit of a better future. Clients rely on us to answer questions that demand an objective and multidisciplinary approach-one that integrates expertise across social, statistical, data, and laboratory sciences, engineering, and other technical disciplines to solve the world's most challenging problems.

We believe in the promise of science and technical solutions, and we push ourselves every day to deliver on that promise for the good of people, communities, and businesses in the US and around the world. If you are looking for the opportunity to make a real difference, RTI is the place for you.

RTI's Center for Data Interoperability is seeking a bachelor's-level Spatial Epidemiologist with experience in geographic and spatial analyses focused on place-based health factors. The Center conducts contract and grant funded work in chronic and infectious disease, public health, community vulnerability, environmental health risks, and more. The successful applicant will play a role in the application of a variety of geographic, epidemiologic, economic, and health policy research methods in support of projects that engage with substance use disorder, environmental health risks and hazards, and spatial methodologies. This position offers significant professional development opportunities with a leading research organization.

• Compile and analyze data from the U.S. Census Bureau, including the American Community Survey and Public Use Microdata Sample.
• Code, clean, and manage datasets using statistical software, including R and Python.
• Support analyses of spatial data, including creating, cleaning and maintaining data in a geographic information system (GIS), and implementing spatial analyses and modeling.
• Implement statistical models to perform econometric, epidemiological, and statistical analyses under the direction of senior staff.
• Prepare data visualizations including maps, tables, dashboards, and charts; write sections of reports.
• Review the health, geographic, economic, and social science literatures to identify specific findings.
• Assist in the creation of scientific publications and technical reports by providing research support for senior staff.
• Compile meeting notes and manage basic project correspondence.

Qualifications:

• BA/BS in Geography, Epidemiology, Public Health, Economics, Statistics, Computer Science or other quantitative health, public policy, or social science field required. May 2026 graduates are encouraged to apply.
• Quantitative research experience or course work in applied geography, epidemiology, economics, or other quantitative health, public policy, or social science field required; research experience using spatial data or spatial statistics is a plus; research experience using real-world data, such as administrative medical claims data is a plus.
• Knowledge and understanding of GIS data management and analysis functions is required.
• Proficiency in R is required; proficiency in other statistical or programming languages such as Python or Stata is a plus; an original R code sample will be requested.
• Proficiency in ESRI ArcMap or ArcPro.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word and Excel is required.
• Exemplary oral, written, and interpersonal communication skills; a writing sample will be requested.
• Ability to manage tasks for multiple project directors simultaneously.

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The anticipated pay range for this role is listed below. Our pay ranges represent national averages and may vary by location as a geographic differential may be applied to some locations within the United States. RTI considers multiple factors when making an offer including, for example: established salary range, internal budget, business needs, and education and years of work experience possessed by the applicant. Further, salary is merely one element to our offer.

At RTI, we demonstrate our commitment to rewarding individual and team achievement through a total rewards package. This package includes (among other things) a competitive base salary, a generous paid time off policy, merit based annual increases, bonus opportunities and a robust recognition program. Other benefits include a competitive range of insurance plans (including health, dental, life, and short-term and long-term disability), access to a retirement savings program such as a 401(k) plan, paid parental leave for all parents, financial assistance with adoption expenses or infertility treatments, financial reimbursement for education and developmental opportunities, an employee assistance program, and numerous other offerings to support a healthy work-life balance.