Associate Scientist II, Risk Factors and Screening Research - REMOTE

About the role

The Associate Scientist II position is an individual contributor role within the Surveillance, Prevention, and Health Services Research (SPHeRe) department, working under supervision. This role independently analyzes publicly or privately available surveillance data and conducts literature review to lead original research projects and/or Facts & Figures (Cancer Statistics). This role also assists with data management and statistical programming. Additional responsibilities include assisting with special projects of enterprise-wide significance.

Responsibilities

• Analyzes, interprets, and publishes high-impact research articles and/or Facts & Figures.
• Provides analytical and technical support to senior staff members in SPHeRe and Discovery Pillar.
• Collaborates with internal and external subject matter experts.
• Publishes research findings by presenting at scientific conferences and speaking with the media.
• Ensures the accuracy and consistency of data presented in scientific manuscripts and Facts & Figures publications (e.g., proofreading text and data checking).
• Documents analytic programs and results in an organized, dated, and clearly labeled form for future reference.

Qualifications

• Minimum Degree Required: Master's Degree in Epidemiology, Public Health, Health Policy, Health Economics, Biostatistics, or Demography.
• Preferred Degree: Master's Degree.
• Experience: Five to eight years' experience in statistical, medical, or biological research. Cancer screening, early detection, risk factor surveillance, and survey research experience highly desirable.
• Skills: Familiarity with large databases (NHIS, BRFSS, SEER, etc.), good communication skills, attention to detail with numbers and calculations, and proficiency in SAS or related statistical software (R, Stata, SUDAAN, SEER*Stat).

Benefits

• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Dental insurance

Pay

The starting rate is $77,000 to $79,000. The final candidate's relevant experience/skills will be considered before an offer is extended. Actual starting pay will vary based on non-discriminatory factors including, but not limited to, geographic location, experience, skills, specialty, and education.

Schedule

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