Research Scientist II
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Research Scientist II

The Research Scientist II will work in the Center for Population Health Science and in coordination with the AIDS Institute's Office of Drug User Health on public health surveillance and epidemiology activities related to opioids and other substances. The incumbent's primary responsibilities include: planning and contributing to the development of major components of surveillance reports including the County Opioid Quarterly Reports and the Annual Reports to the Governor and NYS Legislature on Opioid Poisoning, Overdose and Prevention; coordinating surveillance and epidemiology activities including accessing major datasets and performing statistical analysis to generate results for appropriate indicators to support surveillance activities; contributing to the development and maintenance of reports, presentations, and data products, including data to action briefs, public facing dashboards, and peer reviewed publications to present data from multiple data sources, including national and state specific indicators. The incumbent will also perform other appropriate related duties.

Minimum Qualifications: Bachelor's degree in Public Health, Epidemiology, Health Informatics, Biostatistics, or a related field and three years of research experience; OR a Master's degree in a related field and two years of research experience; or a Doctorate in a related field.

Preferred Qualifications: Master's degree in Public Health or related field and two years of experience in public health research and surveillance. Proficiency in data analysis, database and statistical software, interpretation, and dissemination of data for varied audiences, and provision of surveillance and evaluation technical assistance. Background and experience with analyzing large public health data (emergency department, hospital discharge, vital statistic, or BRFSS data). Intermediate or advanced proficiency using SAS including proficient use of SAS BASE, SQL, GRAPH, STAT, ODS, and MACRO. Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office. Demonstrated, excellent oral and written communication skills.

Conditions of Employment: Grant funded position. Compliance with funding requirements such as time and effort reporting, grant deliverables, and contract deliverables, 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. Telecommuting will be available.

HRI participates in the E-Verify Program. Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer/Qualified Individuals with Disabilities/Protected Veterans.

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.

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!