VNPC Public Health Data Research Analyst, SOM/Pediatrics

Virginia Commonwealth University

Richmond (VA)

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USD 61.000 - 75.000

Tempo pieno

12 giorni fa

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Descrizione del lavoro

Virginia Commonwealth University (VCU) is seeking a Public Health Data Research Analyst to advance maternal and infant health outcomes across Virginia. You will lead data-related activities, develop dashboards, and translate findings for diverse audiences, collaborating with hospitals, public health agencies, and community partners.

You will support program evaluation, quality improvement, and stakeholder engagement, driving data-informed decisions that improve statewide health outcomes and

Competenze

Bachelor’s degree in a related field with strong data and analytical focus.
Experience supporting data-driven initiatives, program planning, evaluation, or quality improvement.
Knowledge of community engagement, health equity, and data-informed decision-making.
Proficiency with Excel, Power BI, Tableau or similar data visualization tools.
Experience with SAS, SPSS, R, REDCap or similar analytics platforms.
Ability to develop dashboards, reports, and visualizations for diverse audiences.
Strong facilitation and stakeholder engagement skills.

Mansioni

Collect, validate, and maintain data from multiple sources.
Develop dashboards, reports, and data visualizations.
Analyze maternal and infant health and population health data to identify trends.
Translate complex data into actionable insights for stakeholders.
Support grant reporting and stakeholder communications.
Create data summaries, presentations, and briefing materials.

Conoscenze

Communication skills

Public speaking

Stakeholder engagement

Formazione

Bachelor's degree in Public Health or related field

Master's degree in Public Health or related field

Strumenti

Excel

PowerPoint

Word

Teams

Tableau

Power BI

SAS

SPSS

REDCap

Descrizione del lavoro

Advertising Summary:

Virginia Commonwealth University (VCU)School of Medicine is a premier academic medical center located inthe heart of Richmond. Accounting for almost half of VCU’ssponsored research, the School of Medicine is internationallyrecognized for patient care and education.

Unit:

School Of Medicine MBU

Department:

Pediatrics

Position Summary:

The Public Health Data Research Analyst plays a critical role inadvancing maternal and infant health outcomes across Virginiathrough the strategic use of data. This position is ideal for anindividual who is passionate about transforming data intomeaningful insights, enjoys collaborating with variousstakeholders, and wants their work to directly influence qualityimprovement, public health initiatives, and healthcare outcomesstatewide.

Working as part of the VNPC and Department of Pediatrics team andunder the supervision of the Data Analyst, the Public Health DataResearch Analyst will support multiple federally and state-fundedinitiatives by leading and coordinating data-related activitiesthat drive program implementation, evaluation, and continuousquality improvement. The successful candidate will work across a varied portfolio of projects funded through HRSA, CDC, and stateappropriations, helping design and develop meaningful performancemetrics, interpret complex datasets, and communicate findings inways that support decision-making and measurable improvement.

This position offers a unique opportunity to be involved in thefull lifecycle of data management and utilization, from datacollection and quality assurance to analysis, visualization,reporting, and stakeholder engagement. The Public Health DataResearch Analyst will collaborate with hospitals, healthcareproviders, public health agencies, community organizations, and project teams throughout Virginia to ensure data-driven strategiesare effectively informing efforts to improve maternal and infanthealth outcomes.

A key strength of this role is the opportunity to translate datainto action. The Public Health Data Research Analyst will developcompelling dashboards, reports, presentations, and visualizationsthat help stakeholders understand project progress, identifyopportunities for improvement, and demonstrate the impact of VNPCinitiatives. Beyond data analysis, this position will activelyparticipate in workgroups, facilitate meetings, engagestakeholders, and support collaborative quality improvement effortsby helping partners understand what the data is revealing aboutprocess, structure, and outcome measures.

The ideal candidate is curious, analytical, detail-oriented, andeager to learn. They will thrive in a fast-paced environment, enjoyworking with multidisciplinary teams, and possess the ability tocommunicate technical information to both technical andnon-technical audiences. This role offers significant opportunitiesfor professional growth and exposure to maternal and child health,epidemiology, quality improvement science, healthcare analytics,program evaluation, and public health research.

Core Responsibilities:

Data Analysis, Reporting & Visualization:

Collect, validate, clean, and maintain data from multipleinternal and external sources.
Develop and maintain recurring and ad hoc reports, dashboards,scorecards, and data visualizations.
Analyze maternal and infant health, healthcare quality,utilization, and population health data to identify trends,disparities, opportunities, and areas for improvement.
Translate complex data into actionable insights for healthcareproviders, health systems, state agencies, community partners, andleadership.
Support state, federal, grant, and stakeholder reportingrequirements and ensure timely submission of all requiredreports.
Develop data summaries, presentations, infographics, andbriefing materials for meetings, committees, and strategic planningefforts.
Serve as a VNPC data subject matter expert and resource forpartners and stakeholders.

Program Planning, Implementation, and Evaluation:

Assist leadership and workgroups in developing implementationplans, timelines, performance measures, and evaluationstrategies.
Monitor project activities, deliverables, and performancemetrics to ensure alignment with VNPC goals and objectives.
Utilize data, evidence-based practices, and stakeholderfeedback to inform program recommendations.
Assist with community needs assessments, gap analyses, qualityimprovement initiatives, and strategic planning efforts.
Support grant-related activities, including data collection,reporting, evaluation, and proposal development.
Participate in the development and maintenance of programdocumentation, workflows, policies, and standard operatingprocedures.
Identify opportunities to improve efficiency, outcomes, andstakeholder engagement through data-informed approaches.

Stakeholder Engagement:

Lead and facilitate meetings, committee discussions,workgroups, and stakeholder engagement sessions.
Develop meeting agendas, presentations, supporting materials,minutes, and action-item tracking tools.
Coordinate follow-up activities and monitor progress onworkgroup priorities and deliverables.
Present data findings, project updates, and recommendations tovarious audiences.
Build and maintain strong relationships with health systems,providers, community organizations, and public health partnersacross Virginia.
Serve on committees, coalitions, and collaborative initiativesrepresenting VNPC priorities and objectives.
Gather stakeholder feedback and translate input intorecommendations for program planning and implementation.

Operational and Administrative Support:

Assist with monitoring budgets, expenditures, and grant-fundedactivities.
Maintain project, reporting, and financial documentation inaccordance with organizational and funding requirements.
Identify and communicate compliance, reporting, or operationalconcerns to supervisor.
Support procurement, contracting, and other administrativeactivities as needed.
Perform other duties as assigned in support of VNPC operationsand strategic priorities.

Other Duties as Assigned

The goal of the VNPC is for Virginia to be the best and safeststate to deliver and have a baby.
To that end, this position contributes to supporting the healthof all Virginians through the efficient and effective work of theVNPC.
May be required to perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

Minimum Qualifications

Demonstrated experience working in and fostering an environmentof respect, professionalism and civility with a population offaculty, staff, and students from various backgrounds andexperiences, or a commitment to do so as a staff member atVCU.

Bachelor’s degree in Public Health, Epidemiology, HealthInformatics, Data Analytics, Statistics, Social Sciences, HealthAdministration, or a related field with a strong data andanalytical focus.
Experience supporting data-driven initiatives, programplanning, evaluation, quality improvement, or population healthefforts.
Knowledge of community engagement principles, health equity,and the use of data to inform decision-making.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Excel,PowerPoint, Word, and Teams, with experience using datavisualization and reporting tools such as Tableau, Power BI, orsimilar platforms.
Experience with SAS, SPSS, R, Power BI, Tableau, REDCap, orother data management and analytics platforms.
Experience collecting, managing, validating, analyzing, andreporting data from multiple sources.
Ability to develop dashboards, reports, presentations, andvisualizations for various audiences.
Strong meeting facilitation and stakeholder engagement skills,including the ability to lead meetings, coordinate workgroups,document action items, and drive follow-up activities.
Excellent written, verbal, public speaking, and presentationskills.
Demonstrated ability to manage multiple projects and prioritiesin a fast-paced environment.
Strong organizational, problem-solving, and critical-thinkingskills with exceptional attention to detail.
Ability to work independently while collaborating effectivelywith cross-functional teams and community partners.
Commitment to providing excellent customer service and buildingpositive relationships with internal and externalstakeholders.

Preferred Qualifications

Master’s degree in Public Health, Epidemiology, HealthInformatics, Data Analytics, Statistics, Social Sciences, HealthAdministration, or a related field with a strong data andanalytical focus.

Experience working in healthcare, public health, academic medicine, community health, or nonprofit settings.
Experience supporting grant-funded programs, community healthassessments, program implementation, or performance measurementinitiatives.
Experience presenting data and recommendations to leadership,committees, and community stakeholders.
Experience coordinating projects and facilitatingmultidisciplinary meetings.

Salary Range:

Up to $68,000 (Commensurate withExperience)

Benefits

All full-time university staff are eligible for VCU’s robust benefits package that includes comprehensive health benefits, paid annualand holiday leave, generous tuition benefits, retirement planningand savings options, tax-deferred annuity and cash match programs, employee discounts, well-being resources, abundant opportunitiesfor career development and advancement, and more.

FLSA Exemption Status:

Exempt

Hours per Week:

Restricted Position:

Yes

ORP Eligible:

Flexible Work Arrangement:

Hybrid

University Job Title:

3323B - Research Analyst Base

Contact Name:

Jewel Jefferson