Data Analyst IV

Goldbelt Professional Services; United States; On-site; USD 120,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) with company match

Paid time off

Professional development

Tax-deferred savings

Job summary

Goldbelt Professional Services seeks a Data Analyst IV to support the Medical Product Safety Branch with data management and advanced analytics. You will work with a multidisciplinary team on Medication Safety Program studies using SAS, R, Python, and Databricks, performing complex analyses with minimal oversight and guiding junior analysts.

The role emphasizes adherence to data-use policies, collaboration across branches, and delivering clear, actionable insights to inform public health

Qualifications

• Proficiency in public health research and evaluation methods.
• Ability to communicate clearly in writing and speech.
• Experience with data management systems and data governance.
• Knowledge of government procedures and data use policies.

Responsibilities

• Support MPSB activities with a multidisciplinary team.
• Conduct analyses on large administrative data using SAS, R, Python, Databricks.
• Lead analytic projects and ensure accuracy of plans, code, and results.
• Share analytic code per CDC policies and data-use guidelines.
• Mentor and guide other data analysts to meet program goals.
• Attend branch and program meetings and provide project updates.

Skills

Statistical analysis

Communication

Independent multitasking

Public health knowledge

Data interpretation

Education

PhD + 5+ years in public health/quantitative field

Tools

Databricks

SAS

R

Python

Microsoft Office

Job description

Overview

Goldbelt Professional Services specializes in providing expert resources for Public Health missions including scientific, technical, and administrative support from junior staff to high-level subject matter experts. Research and data driven, Goldbelt Professional Services’ experts create solutions customized to the client’s needs.

Overview

Goldbelt Professional Services specializes in providing expert resources for Public Health missions including scientific, technical, and administrative support from junior staff to high-level subject matter experts. Research and data driven, Goldbelt Professional Services’ experts create solutions customized to the client’s needs.

Summary:

Goldbelt Professional Services is seeking a Data Analyst IV to provide data management and programming support for the Medical Product Safety Branch (MPSB).

Responsibilities

Essential Job Functions:

• Support Medical Product Safety Branch activities, working with a multidisciplinary team.
• Support Medication Safety Program projects and studies using large administrative data, applying high-level programming and analytic skills (R, Python, Databricks).
• Perform complex analytic tasks with minimal oversight, leading analytic projects as appropriate and ensuring accuracy and clarity of plans, coding, and results.
• Support sharing of analytic code per CDC policies and comply with data use/management policies.
• Guide and support other data analysts to ensure programmatic goals are met.
• Attend branch meetings and meetings specific to the Medication Safety Program.
• Provide updates and input on projects as appropriate.
• Complete required training to maintain relevant skillsets.
• 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:

• 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:

• PhD plus 5+ years of relevant work experience in a relevant public health or quantitative field.
• 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 $120,000 to $130,000 annually. 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.