Research/Data Analyst Team Lead

Location: 45 - MADISON COUNTY, MS | Job Type: Full-Time | Department: 0301 - HEALTH BOARD | Opening Date: 10/01/2026 | Closing Date: 10/8/2026 11:59 PM Central

About the Agency

The Mississippi State Department of Health's mission is to protect and advance the health, well-being, and safety of everyone in Mississippi. Questions about this position can be directed to recruitment@msdh.ms.gov.

About the Position

This is a time limited position. The Public Health Statistics Research Data Analyst Team Lead is responsible for:

• Supervising, mentoring, and supporting a team of data analysts and epidemiologists
• Managing collection, analysis, and timely delivery of data products and reports related to records of vital events, surveillance, and statewide population
• Designing and conducting complex statistical analysis and leading data validation and visualization processes
• Supporting programs, evaluation, surveillance, and research initiatives through quantitative and qualitative analysis
• Assuring compliance with HIPAA, FERPA, and PHAB standards
• Translating complex data and findings for presentation to internal and external stakeholders
• Supporting grant applications and reporting by providing accurate and relevant data analysis
• Other duties as assigned

Knowledge/Skills

• Understanding of vital events, population mortality/fertility rates, and health data standards
• Advanced data analysis and interpretation using tools such as SAS, R, Python, and SQL
• Experience with Excel, Power BI, or Tableau
• Proficiency in GIS and geospatial analysis skills
• Knowledge of data governance and ethics
• Team management, communication, and critical thinking

What you'll need to be Successful

• Communication (verbal/written)
• Critical thinking
• Data evaluation and visualization
• Organizational skills
• Collaboration and teamwork

Preferred Qualifications

Typically requires a bachelor's degree and 5-7 years of