Hourly Project Assistant II (Internship)

Health Research, Inc.•Menands, NY

2d•$20 - $20•Hybrid

About The Position

Health Research, Inc. is seeking an Hourly Project Assistant II to work within Office of Science, Center for Health Informatics, New York State Department of Health (NYSDOH). The incumbent will join the data modernization team supporting Office of Public Health to develop innovative public health reporting tools. This position is part of the Pathways to Public Health Internship Program, and the purpose is to help strengthen career pathways to public health by bringing together students of all disciplines and academic levels with public health professionals to create a space of exploration, learning, and development. The NYS Department of Health, in conjunction with Health Research, Inc., are committed to making New York a safer, healthier, and more equitable place to live. Addressing health equity, social determinants of health, and health disparities is part of the Department’s broader efforts to eliminate health disparities. About Health Research, Inc. Join us in our mission to make a difference in public health and advance scientific research! At Health Research, Inc. (HRI), your work will contribute to meaningful change and innovation in the communities we serve! At HRI, we are on a mission to transform the health and well-being of the people of New York State through innovative partnerships and cutting-edge public health initiatives. As a dynamic non-profit organization, HRI plays a crucial role in advancing the strategic goals of the New York State Department of Health (DOH), Roswell Park Comprehensive Cancer Center (RPCCC), and other health-related entities. As the Executive Director of Health Research, Inc. (HRI), I would like to welcome you to HRI’s career page. HRI’s mission is to build a healthier future for New York State and beyond through the delivery of funding and program support to further public health and research programs in support of the New York State Department of Health, Roswell Park Comprehensive Cancer Center and other entities. This achievement is made possible through the recruitment of highly talented and qualified individuals. As an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer, all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, citizenship, age, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. HRI is committed to fostering an environment that encourages collaboration, innovation, and mutual respect and we strive to ensure every individual feels welcomed and appreciated. We invite you to explore and apply for any open positions that align with your interests.

Requirements

Currently enrolled in, or have completed, a degree, certificate, or training program in public health, health sciences, biology, environmental health, epidemiology, statistics/biostatistics, data science, social sciences, health policy, or a closely related field.
Valid and unrestricted authorization to work in the U.S. is required.
Visa sponsorship is not available for this position.
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

Experience with programming including an understanding of core computer and data science concepts.
Demonstrated experience Ruby on SAS, Java, C/C++, PHP, Python, or JavaScript or any data analytics languages and Database skills.
Excellent communication skills demonstrated through collaboration of staff and organizations.
Experience with machine learning, deep learning, data mining, and/or data science.

Responsibilities

Assist with developing customized form and workflows in NYSDOH public health data systems
Supporting integration of public health data systems via API
Assist with developing API & web services solutions running on a PaaS container platform
Supporting the performance of cloud applications and solutions; analyzing opportunities for improvement

Benefits

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!

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