What are the responsibilities and job description for the Research Scientist III (Informatics) position at Health Research, Inc.?
Minimum Qualifications
A Bachelor’s degree in Public Health, Epidemiology, Statistics, Computer Science, Health Informatics or related field and four years of research experience; OR a Master's degree in a related field and three years of research experience, OR a Doctorate degree in a related field and one year of research experience.
This position requires that the incumbent will report to the official work location and live within commuting distance to the official work location. Telecommuting may not be available. If telecommuting is available, the incumbent will be required to have a telephone/mobile device, and internet access.
Health Research, Inc.’s (HRI) mission is building a healthier future for New York State and beyond through the delivery of funding and program support to further public health and research programs. In support of our mission and our commitment to providing a safe workplace, we require employees to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19, unless approved for a religious or medical exemption.
Preferred Qualifications
At least three years of experience in data management and analysis, health information technology, data quality assessment and control, and development of information systems and data sources. At least three years of experience with C/C , Java, Python, R, SAS or JavaScript programming, database design and SQL. Demonstrated excellent communication skills and experience collaborating with data scientists, software engineers and program managers in multiple organizations. Familiarity or demonstrated experience with machine learning, deep learning, data mining, and/or data science.
Responsibilities
The Research Scientist III (Informatics) will collaborate with Office of Science in health informatics research, data analytic, visualization and dissemination activities to address and support state and local health partners with timely and secure access to public health data for the CDC Strengthening Public Health Infrastructure, Workforce and Data Systems grant. The aim of this grant is to help meet critical public health infrastructure needs and strategic investments that will have lasting effects on NYSDOH and public health agencies across New York State.
In collaboration with staff in the Public Health Information Group, Office of Science, the incumbent will develop health informatics research questions, design solutions, propose options, implement data analytics and management tools, and document results. Further, this position will support the implementation of public health data processing, management and dissemination platform for state and local health partners; development of matching algorithms for data linkage; and conduct health informatics research. The incumbent will support system maintenance and data migration, implementation of national data standards, data governance and data stewardship, as well as develop QA/QC protocols for ongoing processes.
Employee Benefits
Health Research, Inc. (HRI) offers a robust, comprehensive benefits package to eligible employees, including:
- Health, dental and vision insurance - Several comprehensive health insurance plans to choose from;
- Flexible benefit accounts - Medical, dependent care, adoption assistance, parking and transit;
- Generous paid time off - Paid federal and state holidays, paid sick, vacation and personal leave;
- Tuition support - Assistance is available for individuals pursuing educational or training opportunities;
- Retirement Benefits - HRI is a participating employer in the New York State and Local Retirement System and offers optional enrollment in the New York State Deferred Compensation Plan. HRI provides a postretirement Health Benefits Plan for qualified retirees to use towards health insurance premiums and eligible medical expenses;
- Employee Assistance Program - Provides educational and wellness programs, training, and 24/7 confidential services to assist employees, both personally and professionally;
- And so much more!
Conditions of Employment
Grant funded position. Compliance with funding requirements such as time and effort reporting, grant deliverables, and contract deliverables, is required.
This position requires that the incumbent will report to the official work location and live within commuting distance to the official work location. Telecommuting may not be available. If telecommuting is available, the incumbent will be required to have a telephone/mobile device, and internet access.
Health Research, Inc.’s (HRI) mission is building a healthier future for New York State and beyond through the delivery of funding and program support to further public health and research programs. In support of our mission and our commitment to providing a safe workplace, we require employees to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19, unless approved for a religious or medical exemption.
HRI participates in the E-Verify Program.
HRI has a long-standing dedication to diversity, equity, and inclusion in our workforce. HRI is committed to the principle of non-discrimination in all phases of its employment procedures and practices.
Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer/Qualified Individuals with Disabilities/Qualified Protected Veterans
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