Research Analyst, BMH, Bureau of Mental Health
About The Position
The Research Analyst will work in the Bureau of Mental Health’s Office of Research and Evaluation (ORE), which supports bureau leadership and offices through surveillance, needs assessment research, program evaluation, data system development and maintenance, and program data reporting. The Bureau of Mental Health works to improve mental health and wellness for New Yorkers and reduce disparities through services and information grounded in accurate, data-driven evidence. The role contributes to research and program evaluation activities, including analyzing program and administrative data to assess outcomes and processes. The analyst works with program stakeholders to develop outcome measures, responds to data requests, communicates findings to technical and non-technical audiences, and supports reports and publications. The position manages multiple projects and incorporates an equity lens throughout its work.
Requirements
- Master’s degree in an appropriate field of specialization and at least two years of relevant full-time research experience, or qualifying equivalent education and experience, as described in the City Research Scientist qualifications.
- For Assignment Level I in the specified physical, biological, environmental sciences or public health fields, a master’s degree from an accredited college or university with a specialization in an appropriate field.
- For Assignment Level II and above, a doctorate with one year of relevant responsible supervisory, administrative, or research experience; or a master’s degree in an appropriate field with three years of responsible full-time research experience; qualifying equivalent education and experience must include at least a master’s degree and at least two years of the specified experience.
- Excellent written and oral communication skills.
- Ability to work independently and a strong sense of teamwork, including the ability to work well with a wide range of people.
- Project management skills.
- Ability to solve problems and research issues.
- Competency with Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
Nice To Haves
- Three to five years of full-time experience processing, cleaning, manipulating, and analyzing large program or administrative datasets using software such as SAS, R, and SQL.
- Background and experience in research, program evaluation methodologies, survey development and implementation, and data analysis.
- Self-motivation and self-discipline.
Responsibilities
- Contribute to planning, developing, and implementing program evaluation and research activities.
- Collaborate with program stakeholders to develop key outcomes and indicators for measuring program implementation and success.
- Design and conduct analyses of existing program and administrative data, including Medicaid and Department of Correction data, to evaluate program outcomes and processes; use predictive analysis methods with cross-sectional and longitudinal data.
- Respond rapidly and accurately to internal and external data requests.
- Present and interpret findings verbally, in writing, and graphically for program management, non-technical audiences, and program leadership; advise leadership on limitations and provide actionable recommendations.
- Assist in writing technical and research publications and reports evaluating Mental Health Programs.
- Conduct literature reviews to inform research questions, analysis design, and outcome measures.
- Manage multiple projects and collaborate with research and program staff.
- Conduct special projects and perform other duties as assigned.
- Incorporate an equity lens throughout all aspects of work.
Benefits
- Potential eligibility for federal or state student loan forgiveness and repayment assistance programs.
- Premium-free health insurance plan.
- Additional health, fitness, and financial benefits may be available based on the position’s associated union or benefit fund.
- Public-sector defined benefit pension plan.
- Tax-deferred savings program.
- Worksite Wellness Program.
- Depending on the position, the option to work from home up to two days during the week.
- Job security compared with private-sector employment.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
