Associate Scientist II, Risk Factors and Screening Research
About The Position
The Associate Scientist II position is an individual contributor role within the Surveillance, Prevention, and Health Services Research (SPHeRe) department, working under supervision. This role independently analyzes publicly or privately available surveillance data and conducts literature review to lead original research projects and/or Facts & Figures (Cancer Statistics). This role also assists with data management and statistical programming. Additional responsibilities include assisting with special projects of enterprise-wide significance. The position provides an exceptional opportunity to gain broad experience in surveillance, prevention, health services, or disparity research.
Requirements
- Master's Degree or equivalent amount of experience and education in Epidemiology, Public Health, Health Policy, Health Economics, Biostatistics, and Demography.
- Five to eight years' experience in statistical, medical, or biologic research.
- 5 years of experience in statistical, medical, or biologic research
- SAS or related statistical software (R, Stata, SUDAAN, SEERStat)
- Familiarity with large databases (NHIS, BRFSS, SEER, etc.)
- Good communication skills.
- Attention to detail with numbers and calculations.
Nice To Haves
- Cancer screening, early detection, and risk factor surveillance, and survey research experience highly desirable
- Cancer screening, early detection, risk factor surveillance, and survey research experience
Responsibilities
- Analyzes, interprets, and publishes high-impact research articles and/or Facts & Figures.
- Provide analytical and technical support to senior staff members in SPHeRe and Discovery Pillar.
- Collaborates with internal and external subject matter experts.
- Publicizes research findings by presenting at scientific conferences and by speaking with the media.
- Ensure the accuracy and consistency of data presented in scientific manuscripts and Facts & Figures Publication and scientific manuscripts (e.g., proofreading text and data checking).
- Document analytic programs and results in an organized, dated, and clearly labeled form for future reference.
Benefits
- generous paid time off policy
- medical, dental, retirement benefits
- wellness programs
- professional development programs
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
