Senior Research Data Analyst (Supervisor\\Manager) (4214054)

State-of-Missour; Jefferson City (MO); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Pension plan

Paid leave and holidays

Health insurance eligibility

Job summary

The State of Missouri is seeking an HIV Surveillance Coordinator and Data Analysis Manager to lead a data team for HIV data collection, quality control, and dissemination. The role entails supervising four staff and applying data science practices to ensure data integrity and regulatory compliance.

You will develop and manage systems for data collection, quality assurance, and reporting, while supporting strategic planning and public health initiatives with HIV and other datasets.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in a relevant technical field with related work experience.
• Proficient in SAS and other statistical software.
• Knowledge of public health surveillance systems and data management.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement strategies to coordinate surveillance, epidemiologic studies and evaluation for HIV.
• Coordinate data management, ensure data quality, provide analysis and reports; respond to data requests.
• Identify opportunities to improve data collection, processes, and accuracy.
• Conduct QA to ensure data integrity and reliability.

Skills

SAS proficiency

Public health surveillance knowledge

Supervision experience

Analytical skills

Written and verbal communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science/Engineering/Health Informatics/Data Science or related technical discipline

Master’s degree in Computer Science/Engineering/Health Informatics/Data Science/Public Health or related technical discipline

Job description

Job Location: This position will be located at 930 Wildwood, Jefferson City, MO 65109.

Why you’ll love this position:

This position will serve as the HIV Surveillance Coordinator, overseeing a dedicated data team responsible for HIV data management and analysis. Responsibilities include developing and managing systems for data collection, quality control and assurance, and the dissemination of HIV data. Additionally, this role will supervise four staff members and manage data operations. The individual will apply the latest data science practices to ensure data integrity, validity, and reliability in accordance with standard processes and regulatory standards. As a Research and Data Analysis Manager, this position offers the opportunity to develop, lead, and conduct a wide range of investigative and analytical studies using HIV data and other public health datasets to support strategic planning and public health initiatives.

The salary indicated represents a base pay rate. If the individual selected or the position is eligible for a pay differential (e.g., shift, security, or years of service), it will be added to the total compensation in your paycheck. A pay differential does not raise your base pay.

• Develop and implement strategies necessary to coordinate and conduct surveillance, epidemiologic studies and evaluation associated with HIV.
• Coordinate data management activities, ensure data quality, provide data analysis and produce reports.Ensure timely and complete responses to data requests from internal and external partners.
• Identify opportunities to enhance the program process, streamline data collection and analysis, and implement best practices to improve efficiency and accuracy.
• Conduct quality assurance activities to ensure the accuracy, completeness, and reliability of the program data, including data validation check and data reconciliation.
• Travel in and out of state to support local public health efforts and present research at both local and national levels.
• Supervise and manage a team of four communicable disease data staff. Triage data requests, track assignments and provide guidance and training to the team.
• Serve as liaison to local and federal partners to support best practices for HIV surveillance and data sharing.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Health Informatics, Data Science or a related technical discipline with 4+ years of work experience; -OR- 2) Master’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Health Informatics, Data Science, Public Health or a related technical discipline with 2+ years of work experience; -OR- 3) equivalent combination of education, technical training, and/or work experience (substitutions may be allowed).
• Proficient in SAS and other statistical software programs.
• Basic knowledge of the principles, methods, practices, and procedures applied in public health surveillance systems
• Prior supervision experience preferred.
• Highly organized and detail oriented with strong analytic, written and verbal communication skills.

Lack of post‑secondary education will not be used as the sole basis denying consideration to any applicant.

The State of Missouri offers an excellent benefits package that includes a defined pension plan, generous amounts of leave and holiday time, and eligibility for health insurance coverage. Your total compensation is more than the dollars you receive in your paycheck. To help demonstrate the value of working for the State of Missouri, we have created an interactive Total Compensation Calculator. This tool provides a comprehensive view of benefits and more that are offered to prospective employees. The Total Compensation Calculator and other applicant resources can be found here.

Kate Cleavinger, [e-mail], 573-751-5032