Hourly Project Assistant II
About The Position
The Hourly Project Assistant II will assist with Quality Improvement (QI) activities. The incumbent will assist the program with epidemiological research and surveillance of the data associated with the newborn dried blood spot specimens and newborn Screening long-term follow-up. The Hourly Project Assistant II will assist with conducting literature reviews in newborn screening. In addition, the Hourly Project Assistant II will assist with the program functions, such as providing data entry support to enter information into various databases and communicating with healthcare providers as needed. The Hourly Project Assistant II will assist with preparing reports and presentations to summarize the progress made. The Hourly Project Assistant II will be part of the External Systems Quality Unit in the New York State Newborn Screening Program at the Wadsworth Center and will work collaboratively internally with other units and externally with the birth hospitals and Specialty Care Centers This position will be part of adynamic team serving the Wadsworth Center’s mission in the New York State Department of Health’s efforts to protect and promote the health of New York’s citizens. Come be a part of Science in the Pursuit of Health®!
Requirements
- Undergraduate or Graduate Student in Epidemiology, Biomedical Sciences, Public Health, or related fields; OR two years of relevant experience.
- 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.
- This position is fully onsite and does not allow telecommuting.
Nice To Haves
- Strong skills in data analysis using Excel or statistical software.
- Experience working with large datasets.
- Demonstrated excellent communication skills in a public health capacity.
- Demonstrated excellent skills in writing and presenting.
- Experience in newborn screening.
Responsibilities
- Assist with Quality Improvement (QI) activities.
- Assist with epidemiological research and surveillance of the data associated with the newborn dried blood spot specimens and newborn Screening long-term follow-up.
- Assist with conducting literature reviews in newborn screening.
- Assist with program functions, such as providing data entry support to enter information into various databases and communicating with healthcare providers as needed.
- Assist with preparing reports and presentations to summarize the progress made.
- Work collaboratively internally with other units and externally with the birth hospitals and Specialty Care Centers
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
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Number of Employees
1,001-5,000 employees
