Position Summary
The Michigan State University and Hurley Children’s Hospital Pediatric Public Health Initiative (https://msuhurleypphi.org/), under the direction of Dr. Mona Hanna-Attisha, seeks to hire a Flint Registry Data Analyst for the Flint Registry (https://www.flintregistry.org/) project. A Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC)-designated public health authority, the Flint Registry’s goal is to connect people who were impacted by the Flint Water Crisis to resources and programs that serve to minimize the effects of lead on their health while promoting wellness and recovery.
The Data Analyst will be responsible for:
• Designing analysis plan and using statistical, economic, relational principles and techniques to analyze and interpret data
• Preparing reports and writing publications
• Implementing best practice research methodology
• Conducting literature reviews related to research, evaluation, and assessment as directed or as needed for projects
• Coordinating projects independently, and collaborate with team member to complete assigned tasks
• Supporting the work of Flint Registry to promote use of accurate, clear data and information
• Responding to requests for data or information from FR team
The Michigan State University and Hurley Children’s Hospital Pediatric Public Health Initiative and the Flint Registry seeks to provide employees with a diverse, challenging set of duties that foster learning new skills and knowledge and a collegial environment where employees regularly share information, ideas, resources, and solutions to problems.
MSU is an affirmative action, equal opportunity employer. MSU is committed to achieving excellence through cultural diversity. The university actively encourages applications and/or nominations of women, persons of color, veterans and persons with disabilities.
This is a full-time, 9-month end-dated position with possible extension contingent upon funding renewal. This position is eligible for the extensive benefits package that Michigan State University offers its support staff. Remote work is an option.
Unit Specific Education/Experience/Skills
Knowledge equivalent to that which normally would be acquired by completing a four-year college degree program in Business, Economics, Research Methodology, Statistics or Mathematics with relevant course work in computer programming; three to five years of related and progressively more responsible or expansive work experience in programming, statistical methods, data base management or data collection; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
Desired Qualifications
Advanced degree in Statistics or program with emphasis on statistics and research methodology
Familiar with the Flint Community/Registry project
3-5 years of experience with managing data sets and analyzing data with SPSS and/or SAS.
3-5 years of experience preparing publications and reports
Experience with REDCap
Strong organizational skills
Adept at working in large, interdisciplinary teams
Quick learner and strong sense of responsibility
Equal Employment Opportunity Statement
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, citizenship, age, disability or protected veteran status.
Required Application Materials
Resume
Cover Letter
References
Work Hours
STANDARD 8-5
Description of End Date
This is an off dated position funded for 9 months from the date of hire with possible extension contingent upon funding renewal.
Website
https://msuhurleypphi.org/
Remote Work Statement
MSU strives to provide a flexible work environment and this position has been designated as remote-friendly. Remote-friendly means some or all of the duties can be performed remotely as mutually agreed upon.
Bidding eligibility ends on 3/21/2023 at 11:55 PM
