Assistant Data Administrator

Health Research, Inc. • Albany, NY

1d • Hybrid

About The Position

Health Research, Inc. is seeking an Assistant Data Administrator to work within the Oral Health Program, New York State Department of Health. The incumbent will be responsible for supporting data activities critical to statewide oral health initiatives. The Assistant Data Administrator will support a broad range of activities, including data entry, reporting, and systematic tracking related to key program components such as water fluoridation efforts, school-based health centers (SBHCs) data, and infection prevention and control (IPC) training for Department of Health staff and dental providers across New York State. The Assistant Data Administrator will assist with ensuring the accuracy, completeness, and integrity of public health data by performing routine program tasks such as data collection, cleaning, validation, and review. The incumbent will assist in the timely entry of data into both state and federal public health databases, which are essential for monitoring program progress and supporting evidence-based decision-making. The incumbent will be working closely with program staff, researchers, and stakeholders. The Assistant Data Administrator will also support the efficient operation of the oral health program by maintaining organized data systems and generating informative reports.

Requirements

• Associate's degree in a related field or higher degree in a related field; OR two years of experience in data collection or data organization.
• Valid and unrestricted authorization to work in the U.S. is 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.

Nice To Haves

• Associate or bachelor's degree in a related field.
• Certificate in Data Science, Data Analytics, Public Health, Biostatistics, Epidemiology, or a related field.
• Experience in data abstraction from sensitive information into databases.
• Knowledge of basic medical, dental, and public health terminology.
• Experience working in oral health or community health programs.

Responsibilities

• Data entry
• Reporting
• Systematic tracking related to key program components such as water fluoridation efforts, school-based health centers (SBHCs) data, and infection prevention and control (IPC) training for Department of Health staff and dental providers across New York State.
• Ensuring the accuracy, completeness, and integrity of public health data by performing routine program tasks such as data collection, cleaning, validation, and review.
• Timely entry of data into both state and federal public health databases, which are essential for monitoring program progress and supporting evidence-based decision-making.
• Maintaining organized data systems and generating informative reports.

Benefits

• 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

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Associate degree