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Health Research, Inc. Hourly Data Analyst II in Albany, New York
Applications to be submitted by July 15, 2024
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Compensation Details:
Minimum: $20.00 - Maximum: $20.00 HourlyDepartment
(OPH) Office of Public HealthAbout Health Research, Inc.
Health Research, Inc. (HRI) contributes to the health and well-being of the people of New York State by complementing and enabling the strategic public health goals of the New York State Department of Health (DOH), Roswell Park Comprehensive Cancer Center (RPCCC), and other health-related entities.
HRI provides best-in-class resource administration for stakeholders and programs related to the work and priorities of the Department of Health and its other partners. HRI does this through the provision of knowledge, expertise, funding guidance, and fiduciary oversight of sponsored program funding for public health and research programs in concert with community partnerships.
Health Research, Inc. (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!
Job Description:
Responsibilities
The incumbent will work in the Public Health Information Group (PHIG) in the Office of Science to assist with updates and development of health surveillance dashboards under the purview of PHIG, as well as activities related to the launch of the Prevention Agenda 2025-2030. The incumbent will work with diverse content experts to gather data/create visualizations and summaries from a variety of data sources that may include but are not limited to birth data, death data, hospital discharge data, immunization data, the American Community Survey, sexual health, HIV data, and other large statewide surveys as appropriate. The incumbent will be responsible for accessing data and assisting in creating visualizations of various indicators to summarize and assess the broader status of the health of New Yorkers. Specifically, the incumbent will access data online or as received through data requests and help process and analyze data using various software (e.g., SAS, Excel) for updating health surveillance dashboards and assist dashboard teams in reviewing and troubleshooting Tableau data dashboards. The incumbent will also assist with related tasks as assigned to help prepare for the launch of the Prevention Agenda 2025-2030.
Minimum Qualifications
Current graduate student in epidemiology, biostatistics, or related field; prior experience in using Excel and SAS.
Preferred Qualifications
Experience with data management and analysis; experience in maintaining and updating databases; proficient in Microsoft Office: Excel, PowerPoint, and Word.
Conditions of Employment
Grant funded, hourly position expected to last through 06/19/2025. Compliance with funding requirements such as time and effort reporting, grant deliverables, and contract deliverables, is required.
Valid and unrestricted authorization to work in the U.S. is required. Visa sponsorship is not available for this position.
This position requires that the incumbent will report to the official work location and live within commuting distance to the official work location. Telecommuting will not be available.
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.
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Minimum Salary: 31200.00 Maximum Salary: 31200.00 Salary Unit: Yearly