Associate Scientist II, Risk Factors and Screening Research

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: 

• Analyzes, interprets, and publishes high-impact research articles and/or Facts & Figures. 65%. 

• Provide analytical and technical support to senior staff members in SPHeRe and Discovery Pillar. 10% 

• Collaborates with internal and external subject matter experts. 10%  

• Publicizes research findings by presenting at scientific conferences and by speaking with the media.  5% 

• Ensure the accuracy and consistency of data presented in scientific manuscripts and Facts & Figures Publication and scientific manuscripts (e.g., proofreading text and data checking). 5% 

• Document analytic programs and results in an organized, dated, and clearly labeled form for future reference.  5% 

EXPERIENCE/QUALIFICATIONS: 

• Minimum Degree Required: ​Master's Degree​ or equivalent amount of experience and education in Epidemiology, Public Health, Health Policy, Health Economics, Biostatistics, and Demography. 

• Preferred Degree: ​Master's Degree​  

• Certificate(s) or License(s): N/A 

• Years of experience: Five to eight years' experience in statistical, medical, or biologic research. Cancer screening, early detection, and risk factor surveillance, and survey research experience highly desirable 

• Driver’s License Requirement(s) [Included only if driving is part of the job duties]: N/A 

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITY: 

• 5 years of experience in statistical, medical, or biologic research  

• SAS or related statistical software (R, Stata, SUDAAN, SEER*Stat) 

• Cancer screening, early detection, risk factor surveillance, and survey research experience  

• Familiarity with large databases (NHIS, BRFSS, SEER, etc.) 

• Good communication skills.  

• Attention to detail with numbers and calculations. 

TRAVEL REQUIREMENTS:  

• This position may require up to 5% travel for conferences, seminars, and workshops.  

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:  

• Occasional standing, walking, bending, and lifting materials up to 5 lbs