Data Analyst I (MPSB Antibiotics)

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 support for Blood, Organs, and Other Tissues surveillance for the Medical Product Safety Branch (MPSB).

Essential Job Functions:

• Support Antibiotic Stewardship activities with a multidisciplinary team of epidemiologists, statisticians, health educators, medical officers, behavioral scientists, and SMEs.
• Provide consultation support for development of scientifically based, plain-language resources for frontline healthcare workers and the public.
• Provide consultation support for web/Internet content development on antibiotic stewardship, ensuring message consistency.
• Develop analytic plans for research studies using claims-based or EHR-based datasets on antibiotic use appropriateness.
• Perform data analysis of large datasets using SAS and/or Python.
• Develop scientific manuscripts, ensure appropriate clearance, and submit to journals.
• Collect and interpret data from various sources to inform projects and prevention activities.
• Serve as an analyst, independently or as part of a team, planning, managing, and/or evaluating public health programs and studies; provide consultation on program standards, policies, and evaluation plans.
• 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

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:

• Bachelor’s degree in Statistics, Data Science, Public Health, or related field.
• 1 – 2 years of experience providing public health data analysis and manipulating, cleaning, and reporting data using a variety of statistical functions.
• 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.