Research Scientist III (Epidemiology) JR- 0001375

Research Scientist III (Epidemiology) JR- 0001375

Applications to be submitted by February 25, 2025

Compensation Grade:

P25

Compensation Details:

Minimum: $91,922.00 - Maximum: $91,922.00 Annually

Department

(OPH) Office of Science

Job Description:

Responsibilities

Health Research, Inc. is seeking a Research Scientist III to work within the New York State Department of Health Office of Science and Technology in the Health, Wealth & Wellbeing Unit. The incumbent will lead the planning, development, and implementation of the research and applied epidemiology analysis activities, assessment, and evaluation activities that demonstrate how increased wealth improves health outcomes and general wellbeing. This position focuses on examining and assessing community wealth building initiatives and their impact on social determinants of health, and health disparities. Specific duties will include: developing comprehensive evaluation and analysis plans that include algorithms for various health and wealth related measures measuring the impact of unit programming on community health and wealth indicators; identifying, obtaining, developing, and managing appropriate datasets and development of surveys for data collection; building programs for generating and validating relevant indicators and measures; producing publications, reports and presentations that summarize the impact of the unit’s wealth building initiatives on health; maintaining expertise and responsiveness in the field and collaborating with other NYSDOH partners and conduct analytical projects necessary to address data needs of the health and wealth related projects; providing guidance and technical assistance to staff; and developing written reports, peer- reviewed publications, and presentations. Other appropriate related duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in public health, epidemiology, statistics, a related social science, or a closely related field and four years of research experience; OR a Master’s degree in a related field and three years of research experience; OR a Doctorate degree in a related field and one year of research experience. 

Preferred Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Public Health or a related field and three years of experience in public health research, surveillance, or evaluation; OR a Doctorate in Public Health or a related field and one year of experience in public health research, surveillance, or evaluation. 
• Demonstrated proficiency in data analysis, statistical methodology, interpretation, and dissemination of data for varied audiences. 
• Demonstrated proficiency utilizing advanced data analysis techniques to examine non-health related data such as net worth, income, employment, housing, and education metrics to assess their relationship with wealth and health outcomes 
• Strong data analysis, data management, data visualization and evaluation experience, particularly with economic and large health-related datasets. 
• Familiarity with how social determinants of health, health disparities and health equity impact health outcomes and general wellbeing. 
• Demonstrated excellent oral and written communication skills. 
• Demonstrated intermediate or advanced proficiency using SAS including proficient use of SAS BASE, SQL, GRAPH, STAT, ODS, MACRO, ArcGIS, Tableau. 
• Demonstrated experience with survey design and implementation. 
• Demonstrated experience in creating infographics and graphical presentations of data. 
• Demonstrated experience working with people of all racial, ethnic, religious, and socioeconomic backgrounds. 
• Experience supervising staff. 

Conditions of Employment

Grant funded position. Compliance with funding requirements such as time and effort reporting, grant deliverables, and contract deliverables, is required.

Travel, up to 25%, will be required.

The selected candidate must reside within a reasonable commuting distance of the official work location specified in the job posting and must also be located in or willing to relocate to one of the following states: New York, New Jersey, Connecticut, Vermont, or Massachusetts, prior to hire. Telecommuting will be available.

This position may require occasional work on weekends, after-hours, and holidays. 

HRI participates in the E-Verify Program.  

HRI has a long-standing dedication to diversity, equity, and inclusion in our workforce. HRI is committed to the principle of non-discrimination in all phases of its employment procedures and practices.

Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer/Qualified Individuals with Disabilities/Qualified Protected Veterans

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About Health Research, Inc.

Join us in our mission to make a difference in public health and advance scientific research! At Health Research, Inc. (HRI), your work will contribute to meaningful change and innovation in the communities we serve! At HRI, we are on a mission to transform the health and well-being of the people of New York State through innovative partnerships and cutting-edge public health initiatives. As a dynamic non-profit organization, HRI plays a crucial role in advancing the strategic goals of the New York State Department of Health (DOH), Roswell Park Comprehensive Cancer Center (RPCCC), and other health-related entities.

HRI offers a robust, comprehensive benefits package to eligible employees, including:

• Health, dental and vision insurance - Several comprehensive health insurance plans to choose from;
• Flexible benefit accounts - Medical, dependent care, adoption assistance, parking and transit;
• Generous paid time off - Paid federal and state holidays, paid sick, vacation and personal leave;
• Tuition support - Assistance is available for individuals pursuing educational or training opportunities;
• Retirement Benefits - HRI is a participating employer in the New York State and Local Retirement System and offers optional enrollment in the New York State Deferred Compensation Plan. HRI provides a postretirement Health Benefits Plan for qualified retirees to use towards health insurance premiums and eligible medical expenses;
• Employee Assistance Program - Provides educational and wellness programs, training, and 24/7 confidential services to assist employees, both personally and professionally;
• And so much more!