Research and Evaluation Analyst, Bureau of Epidemiology Services

City of New York; New York (NY); On-site; USD 90,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Loan forgiveness

Health benefits

Work From Home option

Pension plan

Tax-deferred savings

Wellness program

Job summary

The Center for Population Health Data Science (CPHDS) within DOHMH seeks a City Research Scientist to advance data modernization and link public health, healthcare, and social services to improve health outcomes for New Yorkers.

Duties include designing and evaluating research projects, data matching with engineers, developing storage systems, documenting processes, co-authoring manuscripts, and presenting findings to internal and external audiences.

Qualifications

• Master's degree required with specialization in an appropriate field of public health or related discipline.
• Doctorate with supervisory or research experience preferred.
• Equivalent education/experience may be accepted with two years of required experience.

Responsibilities

• Apply analytic, statistical, and programming skills for the design, planning and implementation of research and evaluation projects focused on the impact of supportive housing on health and equity outcomes.
• Co-lead data matching and data management processes in partnership with data engineers for complex, multi-agency projects using efficient probabilistic matching algorithms.
• Develop database storage systems and periodically upload, transform, and manage data for team projects.
• Carefully document data matching, management, and governance processes.
• Co-author peer-reviewed manuscripts related to the impact of supportive housing on health outcomes.
• Interpret research findings to inform policy and programmatic decision making.
• Prepare and present knowledge products (such as slides, briefs) to a range of internal and external audiences.
• Participate in data- and methods-related technical assistance to agency projects as needed.

Skills

Health research

Data science

Data matching

Collaboration

Public health analytics

Education

Master's in public health or related field

Doctorate in physical/biological/environmental/social science

Job description

The Center for Population Health Data Science (CPHDS)- launched in October of 2023- aims to catalyze critical data modernization work and enable the agency to make progress toward linking public health, healthcare, and social service for timely and effective publication. We are working towards making these data more accessible, timely, equitable, meaningfully usable, and protected – and actively used to protect and promote the health and wellbeing of New Yorkers. We aim to strengthen agencywide data capabilities by empowering our workforce, enhancing intra- and inter-agency data sharing, and using modern technology to yield trusted and integrated data and insights. A comprehensive view of city needs is needed to enhance public health action and improve health outcomes for the most vulnerable New Yorkers. The CPHDS is working to strengthen citywide population health surveillance by be ter linking public health, healthcare, and social service data to fully characterize and improve the health of New Yorkers. The Bureau of Epidemiology Services (BES) collects, analyzes and communicates data to monitor and improve the health of New Yorkers. BES provides statistical and analytic support for public health surveillance, epidemiologic research, and program evaluations at DOHMH. It also promotes strengthening internal capacity for research and evaluation through consultation and regular trainings for DOHMH staff. BES plays a pivotal role for initiating and performing inter and intra agency collaboration projects, including acquiring data, developing study designs and methodologies, analyzing data, and disseminating findings. CITTY RESEARCH SCIENTIST - 21744

DUTIES WILL INCLUDE BUT NOT BE LIMITED TO:

• Apply analytic, statistical, and programming skills for the design, planning and implementation of research and evaluation projects focused on the impact of supportive housing on health and equity outcomes.
• Co-lead data matching and data management processes in partnership with data engineers for complex, multi-agency projects using efficient probabilistic matching algorithms. Work with analysts and data stewards in other bureaus and agencies to facilitate and conduct data matching and quality control activities.
• Develop database storage systems and periodically upload, transform, and manage data for team projects.
• Carefully document data matching, management, and governance processes.
• Co-author peer-reviewed manuscripts related to the impact of supportive housing on health outcomes.
• Interpret research findings to inform policy and programmatic decision making.
• Prepare and present knowledge products (such as slides, briefs) to a range of internal and external audiences.
• Participate in data- and methods-related technical assistance to agency projects as needed.

PREFERRED SKILLS:

• Five years of health research or program evaluation experience.
• Experience in applying causal inference and/or data science methodologies to complex public health challenges.
• Proven ability to develop innovative and data-driven solutions to complex public health and data challenges and contextualize findings within theoretical frameworks.
• Proven ability to build and maintain strong relationships with teammates, partners, and subject ma ter experts by fostering teamwork and collaboration.
• Familiarity in data matching for administrative datasets.
• Experience working with Medicaid claims or SPARCS data.
• Familiarity with supportive housing

Why you should work for us:

• Loan Forgiveness: As a prospective employee of the City of New York, you may be eligible for federal/state loan forgiveness and repayment assistance programs that lessen your payments or even fully forgive your full balance. For more information, please visit the U.S. Department of Education’s website (https://studentaid.gov/pslf/)
• Benefits: City employees are entitled to unmatched benefits such as:
  • o a premium-free health insurance plan that saves employees over $10K annually, per a 2024 assessment.
  • o additional health, fitness, and financial benefits may be available based on the position’s associated union/benefit fund.
  • o a public sector defined benefit pension plan with steady monthly payments in retirement.
  • o a tax-deferred savings program and
  • o a robust Worksite Wellness Program that offers resources and opportunities to keep you healthy while serving New Yorkers.
• Work From Home Policy: Depending on your position, you may be able to work up to two days during the week from home.
• Job Security - you could enjoy more job security compared to private sector employment and be able to contribute to making NYC a healthy place to live and work.

Minimum Qualifications

1. For Assignment Level I (only physical, biological and environmental sciences and public health) A master's degree from an accredited college or university with a specialization in an appropriate field of physical, biological or environmental science or in public health. To be appointed to Assignment Level II and above, candidates must have: 1. A doctorate degree from an accredited college or university with specialization in an appropriate field of physical, biological, environmental or social science and one year of full-time experience in a responsible supervisory, administrative or research capacity in the appropriate field of specialization; or 2. A master's degree from an accredited college or university with specialization in an appropriate field of physical, biological, environmental or social science and three years of responsible full-time research experience in the appropriate field of specialization; or 3. Education and/or experience which is equivalent to "1" or "2" above. However, all candidates must have at least a master's degree in an appropriate field of specialization and at least two years of experience described in "2" above. Two years as a City Research Scientist Level I can be substituted for the experience required in "1" and "2" above. NOTE: Probationary Period Appointments to this position are subject to a minimum probationary period of one year.

Public Service Loan Forgiveness

As a prospective employee of the City of New York, you may be eligible for federal loan forgiveness programs and state repayment assistance programs. For more information, please visit the U.S. Department of Education’s website at https://studentaid.gov/pslf/.

Residency Requirement

New York City residency is generally required within 90 days of appointment. However, City Employees in certain titles who have worked for the City for 2 continuous years may also be eligible to reside in Nassau, Suffolk, Putnam, Westchester, Rockland, or Orange County. To determine if the residency requirement applies to you, please discuss with the agency representative at the time of interview.

Additional Information

The City of New York is an inclusive equal opportunity employer committed to recruiting and retaining a diverse workforce and providing a work environment that is free from discrimination and harassment based upon any legally protected status or protected characteristic, including but not limited to an individual's sex, race, color, ethnicity, national origin, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, veteran status, gender identity, or pregnancy.