Data Analyst IV

Goldbelt, Inc.•De Leon Springs, FL

About The Position

Goldbelt Professional Services is seeking a Data Analyst IV to provide data management and programming support for the Medical Product Safety Branch (MPSB). This role involves working with a multidisciplinary team to support Medication Safety Program projects and studies using large administrative data, applying high-level programming and analytic skills in R, Python, and Databricks. The Data Analyst IV will perform complex analytic tasks with minimal oversight, lead analytic projects, ensure accuracy and clarity of plans, coding, and results, and support the sharing of analytic code per CDC policies. Additionally, the role requires guiding other data analysts, attending branch and program-specific meetings, providing project updates, completing required training, and participating in CDC response activities and training exercises.

Requirements

Knowledge of the principles, concepts, methods, and techniques of public health research and evaluation to analyze, evaluate, and provide expert advice and consultation.
Knowledge of the principles, methods, applications, and state-of-the-art technology in the position's scientific area of responsibility to provide direction and guidance on critical and complex issues.
Ability to communicate orally and in writing to make clear, convincing presentations.
Knowledge of the rules, procedures, and principles that govern intramural and extramural program development, monitoring, and evaluation.
Highly proficient in using Microsoft Office Tools (Word, Excel, Access, PowerPoint, Teams, and SharePoint).
Excellent judgment and decision-making; capable of working independently with ability to multitask successfully.
Demonstrate excellent written and verbal communication in interpersonal exchanges.
Highly organized with great attention to detail.
Highly proficient in using various statistical software (SAS, R, Python, etc.)
Knowledge of data management systems and application of data management software.
Previous experience working with the government procedures and guidelines.
Ability to obtain and maintain CDC Public Trust Clearance.

Nice To Haves

PhD plus 5+ years of relevant work experience in a relevant public health or quantitative field.
Prior experience working with the CDC is highly desired to understand the culture and environment.

Responsibilities

Support Medical Product Safety Branch activities, working with a multidisciplinary team.
Support Medication Safety Program projects and studies using large administrative data, applying high-level programming and analytic skills (R, Python, Databricks).
Perform complex analytic tasks with minimal oversight, leading analytic projects as appropriate and ensuring accuracy and clarity of plans, coding, and results.
Support sharing of analytic code per CDC policies and comply with data use/management policies.
Guide and support other data analysts to ensure programmatic goals are met.
Attend branch meetings and meetings specific to the Medication Safety Program.
Provide updates and input on projects as appropriate.
Complete required training to maintain relevant skillsets.
Participate during CDC response activities and training exercises under direction of the DHQP Team Lead; duties include staffing the EOC desk to help support CDC's mission.