Data Analyst I (ERIB)

Overview

Please note that this position is contingent upon the successful award of a contract currently under bid.

 

Goldbelt Professional Services specializes in providing expert resources for Public Health missions including scientific, technical, and administrative support from junior staff to high-level subject matter experts. Research and data driven, Goldbelt Professional Services’ experts create solutions customized to the client’s needs. 

 

Summary:

Goldbelt Professional Services is seeking a Data Analyst I to provide data management and analytic expertise support for the Epidemiology Research and Innovations Branch (ERIB).

Responsibilities

Essential Job Functions:

• Apply data management and analytic expertise to administrative and other data sources, including AR Lab Network, NNDSS-CPO, and electronic healthcare data.
• Create and submit documented SAS code or code in other languages/platforms (Decipher, Spark, R, SQL/Databricks) for quality control, data manipulation, standard reports, and cleaning.
• Create and submit SAS/R code for statistical and epidemiological analyses, including frequency analyses, 2x2 analyses, and regression models.
• Facilitate programming and data management leading to scientific publications; prepare tables and charts.
• Develop data dictionaries and management documents with principal investigators.
• Aid acquisitions and renewals of administrative data sources by developing request packages, use agreements, and research approvals.
• Communicate with internal and external project leaders and partners.
• Develop and maintain project/product databases, SharePoint sites, Teams, and visualization tools.
• Participate with scientists and program consultants in project development and evaluation, including literature reviews.
• Participate in meetings, conferences, and 1–2 site visits for communication and protocol standardization.
• Participate during CDC response activities and training exercises under direction of the DHQP Team Lead; duties include staffing the EOC desk to help support CDC's mission.

Qualifications

Necessary Skills and Knowledge:

• Knowledge of the principles, concepts, methods, and techniques of public health research and evaluation to analyze, evaluate, and provide expert advice and consultation.
• Knowledge of the principles, methods, applications, and state-of-the-art technology in the position's scientific area of responsibility to provide direction and guidance on critical and complex issues.
• Ability to communicate orally and in writing to make clear, convincing presentations.
• Knowledge of the rules, procedures, and principles that govern intramural and extramural program development, monitoring, and evaluation.
• Highly proficient in using Microsoft Office Tools (Word, Excel, Access, PowerPoint, Teams, and SharePoint).
• Excellent judgment and decision-making; capable of working independently with ability to multitask successfully.
• Demonstrate excellent written and verbal communication in interpersonal exchanges.
• Highly organized with great attention to detail.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Master's degree plus 1–2 years of relevant work experience in a relevant public health or quantitative field.
• Highly proficient in using various statistical software (SAS, R, Python, etc.)
• Knowledge of data management systems and application of data management software.
• Previous experience working with the government procedures and guidelines.
• Ability to obtain and maintain CDC Public Trust Clearance.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Master’s degree in Statistics, Data Science, Public Health, or related field.
• 3 – 5 years of experience providing public health data analysis and manipulating, cleaning, and reporting data using a variety of statistical functions.
• Prior experience working with the CDC is highly desired to understand the culture and environment.

Pay and Benefits

The salary range for this position is $80,000.00 to $90,000.00 annually.

At Goldbelt, we value and reward our team's dedication and hard work. We provide a competitive base salary commensurate with your qualifications and experience. As an employee, you'll enjoy a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, and vision insurance, a 401(k) plan with company matching, tax-deferred savings options, supplementary benefits, paid time off, and professional development opportunities.