OverviewPlease note that this position is contingent upon the successful award of a contract currently under bid.
Summary:
Goldbelt Professional Services is seeking a Data Analyst I to provide data management and analytic expertise support for the Epidemiology Research and Innovations Branch (ERIB).
Responsibilities
Essential Job Functions:
- Apply data management and analytic expertise to administrative and other data sources, including AR Lab Network, NNDSS-CPO, and electronic healthcare data.
- Create and submit documented SAS code or code in other languages/platforms (Decipher, Spark, R, SQL/Databricks) for quality control, data manipulation, standard reports, and cleaning.
- Create and submit SAS/R code for statistical and epidemiological analyses, including frequency analyses, 2x2 analyses, and regression models.
- Facilitate programming and data management leading to scientific publications; prepare tables and charts.
- Develop data dictionaries and management documents with principal investigators.
- Aid acquisitions and renewals of administrative data sources by developing request packages, use agreements, and research approvals.
- Communicate with internal and external project leaders and partners.
- Develop and maintain project/product databases, SharePoint sites, Teams, and visualization tools.
- Participate with scientists and program consultants in project development and evaluation, including literature reviews.
- Participate in meetings, conferences, and 1–2 site visits for communication and protocol standardization.
- 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.
Qualifications
Necessary Skills and Knowledge:
- 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.
Minimum Qualifications:
- Master's degree plus 1–2 years of relevant work experience in a relevant public health or quantitative field.
- 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.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Master’s degree in Statistics, Data Science, Public Health, or related field.
- 3 – 5 years of experience providing public health data analysis and manipulating, cleaning, and reporting data using a variety of statistical functions.
- Prior experience working with the CDC is highly desired to understand the culture and environment.
Pay and Benefits
The salary range for this position is $80,000.00 to $90,000.00 annually.
At Goldbelt, we value and reward our team's dedication and hard work. We provide a competitive base salary commensurate with your qualifications and experience. As an employee, you'll enjoy a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, and vision insurance, a 401(k) plan with company matching, tax-deferred savings options, supplementary benefits, paid time off, and professional development opportunities.
