Research Scientist 4 (Epidemiology) - 13010
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Location: Albany, GA 31705
Description:
Duties Description The Research Scientist 4 will serve as the programmatic and research lead for the Data Analysis and Research Translation (DART) unit in the Division of Epidemiology Evaluation and Partner Services (DEEP). The incumbent will direct activities related to the analysis, reporting, and dissemination of HIV surveillance data for New York State. The incumbent will participate in and oversee the development, implementation and conduct of all phases of research related to HIV surveillance, prevention and care, investigation and response as well as supporting the reporting, analysis, interpretation, and multiple modalities of data presentation needs related to the Governor's priority Ending the Epidemic (ETE) initiative efforts. Responsibilities will include supervision of data preparation and analysis conducted by junior research staff, interpreting laboratory results, determining potential time, geography, and/or genetically related clusters of new/prevalent diagnoses, and compiling findings for dissemination in the form of reports, manuscripts for publication in peer reviewed journals, technical guidance documents, presentations and information for the DOH website.
Minimum Qualifications Bachelor's degree in a Biology, Public Health, Epidemiology, Infection Control, Statistics/Biostatistics, Biomedical Science, Environmental Health, Environmental Science and five years of professional post-degree research experience in the appropriate field; or a Master's Degree and four years of such experience; or a doctorate in the appropriate field and two years of such experience.
Preferred Qualifications: At least five years of experience with data collection, management, analysis, and reporting. At least five years of experience with SAS, SQL and/or other statistical software packages. Strong background in analyzing complex datasets and interpreting data analytic outputs to convey information to a variety of internal and external audiences. At least 3 years of supervisory experience. At least 3 years of experience with research and directing all aspects of research. Demonstrated experience with Microsoft Access, Excel and PowerPoint.
Additional Comments Permanent, full-time, non-competitive appointment.
We offer a work-life balance and a generous benefits package, worth 65% of salary, including:
Holiday & Paid Time Off
Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF)
Pension from New York State Employees' Retirement System
Shift & Geographic pay differentials
Affordable Health Care options
Family dental and vision benefits at no additional cost
NYS Deferred Compensation plan
Access to NY 529 and NY ABLE College Savings Programs, and U.S. Savings Bonds
And many more...
NYS Department of Health does not participate in E-Verify and does not sponsor visa applications.
For new State employees appointed to graded positions, the annual salary is the hiring rate (beginning of the Salary Range) of the position. Promotion salaries are calculated by the NYS Office of the State Comptroller in accordance with NYS Civil Service Law, OSC Payroll rules and regulations and negotiated union contracts.
The NYS Department of Health is committed to making New York a safer, healthier, and more equitable place to live. Understanding health equity, social determinants of health and health disparities is critical to accomplish our goal of eliminating health disparities. For more information on the NYS Department of Health's Mission, Vision, Values and Strategic Plan, please visit: https://health.ny.gov/commissioner/index.htm
Some positions may require additional credentials or a background check to verify your identity.
Name Human Resource Management, MR/RS4/13010/AI
Telephone 518-486-1812
Fax 518-473-3395
Email Address resume@health.ny.gov
Address
Street Room 2217, Corning Tower Building, Empire State Plaza
City Albany
State NY
Zip Code 12237
Notes on Applying Please submit your resume and cover letter as one (1) document, preferably in PDF format, by email to resume@health.ny.gov, with Reference MR/RS4/13010/AI included in the subject line or by mail to Human Resources Management Group, MR/RS4/13010/AI, Rm 2217, Corning Tower Building, Empire State Plaza, Albany, NY 12237-0012, or by fax to (518) 473-3395. Failure to include the required information may result in your resume not being considered for this position.
Minimum Qualifications Bachelor's degree in a Biology, Public Health, Epidemiology, Infection Control, Statistics/Biostatistics, Biomedical Science, Environmental Health, Environmental Science and five years of professional post-degree research experience in the appropriate field; or a Master's Degree and four years of such experience; or a doctorate in the appropriate field and two years of such experience.
Preferred Qualifications: At least five years of experience with data collection, management, analysis, and reporting. At least five years of experience with SAS, SQL and/or other statistical software packages. Strong background in analyzing complex datasets and interpreting data analytic outputs to convey information to a variety of internal and external audiences. At least 3 years of supervisory experience. At least 3 years of experience with research and directing all aspects of research. Demonstrated experience with Microsoft Access, Excel and PowerPoint.
Additional Comments Permanent, full-time, non-competitive appointment.
We offer a work-life balance and a generous benefits package, worth 65% of salary, including:
Holiday & Paid Time Off
Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF)
Pension from New York State Employees' Retirement System
Shift & Geographic pay differentials
Affordable Health Care options
Family dental and vision benefits at no additional cost
NYS Deferred Compensation plan
Access to NY 529 and NY ABLE College Savings Programs, and U.S. Savings Bonds
And many more...
NYS Department of Health does not participate in E-Verify and does not sponsor visa applications.
For new State employees appointed to graded positions, the annual salary is the hiring rate (beginning of the Salary Range) of the position. Promotion salaries are calculated by the NYS Office of the State Comptroller in accordance with NYS Civil Service Law, OSC Payroll rules and regulations and negotiated union contracts.
The NYS Department of Health is committed to making New York a safer, healthier, and more equitable place to live. Understanding health equity, social determinants of health and health disparities is critical to accomplish our goal of eliminating health disparities. For more information on the NYS Department of Health's Mission, Vision, Values and Strategic Plan, please visit: https://health.ny.gov/commissioner/index.htm
Some positions may require additional credentials or a background check to verify your identity.
Name Human Resource Management, MR/RS4/13010/AI
Telephone 518-486-1812
Fax 518-473-3395
Email Address resume@health.ny.gov
Address
Street Room 2217, Corning Tower Building, Empire State Plaza
City Albany
State NY
Zip Code 12237
Notes on Applying Please submit your resume and cover letter as one (1) document, preferably in PDF format, by email to resume@health.ny.gov, with Reference MR/RS4/13010/AI included in the subject line or by mail to Human Resources Management Group, MR/RS4/13010/AI, Rm 2217, Corning Tower Building, Empire State Plaza, Albany, NY 12237-0012, or by fax to (518) 473-3395. Failure to include the required information may result in your resume not being considered for this position.