Job postings as of September 30, 2020 - CUNY Graduate School of Public Health & Health Policy

POSITION: Full-Time Research Scientist / Postdoctoral Research Associate

ORGANIZATION: CUNY Graduate School of Public Health and Health Policy, Center for Systems and Community Design (CSCD)

The CUNY Center for Systems and Community Design (CSCD) is hiring a full-time Research Scientist / Postdoctoral Research Associate with experience in systems dynamics modeling. The mission of CSCD is to create healthy communities through the development and testing of innovative strategies for systems change.

Position Description:

The Research Scientist/ Postdoctoral Research Associate will serve as a systems modeler for the CUNY SPH team. The role of the systems modeler will be to support participatory group model building and computational system dynamics modeling in a variety of public health projects, including those that focus on the opioid epidemic, COVID-19, obesity, and mental health, among others. The systems modeler will also serve as a key liaison between the CUNY SPH team and research investigators at partner institutions.

The systems modeler will report directly to Dr. Terry Huang, Director and Professor of CSCD and Dr. Nasim Sabounchi, Research Associate Professor of CSCD.

Duties include but are not limited to:

Closely collaborate with Principal Investigators and research staff at CUNY and partner institutions
Support the development and training of group model building teams
Facilitate group model building sessions
Assist with the development and interpretation of system dynamics models based on group model building sessions
Assist with the preparation and implementation of data collection protocols
Perform necessary analysis of quantitative and qualitative data
Build computational system dynamics models in service of research projects
Provide expertise on implementation science, systems thinking, and collective impact methods for diverse stakeholders of research collaboratives
Assist in the interpretation of modeling outputs, development of recommendations, and design and prioritization of adaptive strategies in communities
Prepare reports and manuscripts
Attend and represent CSCD at network-wide meetings or other events related to the research collaborative
Perform project-related administrative tasks

Other duties: The systems modeler must have excellent management, written, verbal, analytical, communication and interpersonal skills. CSCD is involved in a number of high-profile research projects with high-stakes deliverables and the systems modeler must have experience operating in this type of work environment.

Requirements:

Minimum of a Master’s degree (Doctoral degree preferred)
2 years of training and experience in behavioral research settings with training/expertise in system dynamics modeling, group model building, systems science, public health and/or related field
Proficiency with data management and analysis using standard statistical software
Proficiency with system dynamics modeling software such as Vensim or Stella
Ability to work independently and prioritize and handle multiple assignments

Applicants must be self-starters, highly motivated, and have exemplary abilities to multi-task. This position can be filled immediately, but the start date is flexible. The initial term of this position will be for one year, with the possibility of extension contingent on performance and funding. This position will be remote, with post-pandemic location to be determined in consultation with the center director and candidate.

Salary: Commensurate with experience.

Benefits: Full-time employees have access to range of benefits including health, vision, dental, retirement, paid sick leave and paid vacation.

To apply:

Submit a cover letter outlining research experiences and how they relate to the position and resume/CV to Dr. Nasim Sabounchi at nasim.sabounchi@sph.cuny.edu.

CUNY is an equal opportunity employer.

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POSITION: Epidemiologist – Data Analyst

ORGANIZATION: California Department of Public Health (CDPH)

Requisition Number: EPIDE02442

Type: Full-time

Location: Richmond, CA

Description:

The purpose of the Epidemiology and Surveillance Team within the COVID-19 California Department of Public Health (CDPH) response is to maintain and provide case-based surveillance and epidemiologic data for COVID-19 cases reported in the state of California. This team works to meet the demands for timely and highly visible surveillance data used by groups at CDPH as well as the California Department of Technology and the Governor’s Office to track and respond to the COVID-19 pandemic. This team is responsible for accurately reporting cases of COVID-19 and required data elements to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) in accordance with the Council of State and Territorial Epidemiologists guidance.

The Epidemiologist functions within an incident command structure (ICS) as part of the Epidemiology and Surveillance Team and interacts with numerous CDPH programs, local health departments (LHDs), and CDC to perform essential functions.

Essential Functions:

Clean data and maintain data quality and completeness.
Analyze data as requested (e.g. to determine number and rate of COVID-19 cases, stratify data by jurisdiction, demographics, and key factors, monitor and assess for trend).
Assist with the generation of data sets, data visualizations and written and oral reports.
Coordinate and interact with state and local public health departments, laboratories, Communicable Disease (CD) Controllers and other health agencies.
Establish and maintain standardized methods of data collection in the California Reportable Disease Information Exchange (CalREDIE) or external electronic databases.
Communicate effectively and efficiently with involved partners via telephone and email.
Ensure that the needs of the Epidemiology and Surveillance Team are met, to the extent possible.
Participate in conference calls with epidemiology and laboratory partners at CDPH, CDC, California LHDs, healthcare facilities, and other state and local health departments.
Present at meetings, if applicable.
Perform other duties as directed by the supervisor.
Collaborate effectively in a team environment.

Non-Essential Functions:

Coordinate and facilitate teleconferences and meetings, as required.
Perform other duties as directed by the Science Branch Director.

Job Qualifications:

Demonstrated ability to effectively communicate orally and in writing with public health and healthcare professionals and internal partners.
Ability to perform data entry, data cleaning, and data quality assessment with attention to detail.
Knowledge and application of Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) requirements and protection of health information.
Knowledge and skills related to analysis of public health surveillance data.
High level analytical and problem-solving skills.
Ability to complete assignments in a timely and efficient manner.
Ability to prioritize and manage multiple tasks and work independently.
Demonstrate reliability and integrity.
Prior knowledge and experience in use of CalREDIE, preferred.
Fluency in spoken English is required.
Must be able to work flexible hours, including holidays and weekends.

Education/Experience:

Master’s degree in public health or related field, required.
Experience in data entry and analysis, required.
Experience with clinical terminology and interpreting laboratory testing results, preferred.
Strong knowledge and use of Statistical Analysis Software (SAS), required.
Strong knowledge and use of R, preferred.
Basic knowledge and use of data visualization software such as Tableau, preferred.

Other Skills, Knowledge, and Abilities:

Knowledge of and skilled in the use of Microsoft Office products including Word, Excel, Access, Outlook, and PowerPoint

EEOC Statement:

It is the policy of Heluna Health to provide equal employment opportunities without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, marital status, veteran status, sexual orientation, genetic information or any other protected characteristic under applicable law.

Heluna Health is an Affirmative Action, Equal Opportunity Employer that encourages minorities, women, veterans, and disabled to apply.

Applications Instructions:

Applicants must submit a cover letter and resume to be considered.
For more information and to apply go here.

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POSITION: Multiple Positions

ORGANIZATION: Humana Health

Epidemiologist – ACDC Enhancing Detection Project (Activity #2)

Infection Preventionist – ACDC Enhancing Detection Project (Activity #2)

Epidemiology Analyst – ACDC Enhancing Detection Project (Activity #2)

Public Health Investigator – ACDC Enhancing Detection Project (Activity 2)

Research Analyst II – ACDC Enhancing Detection Project (Activity 2)

Health Program Analyst II – ACDC Enhancing Detection Project (Activity #4)

Health Program Analyst II – ACDC Enhancing Detection Project (Activity #2)

Health Program Analyst I – ACDC Enhancing Detection Project (Activity #3)

Health Program Analyst I – ACDC Enhancing Detection Project (Activity #4)

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POSITION: Director of Surveillance, Monitoring, and Evaluation

ORGANIZATION: The Bureau of Health Promotion for Justice-Impacted Populations (HPJIP) at the NYC Department of Health and Mental Hygiene (NYC DOHMH)

The Research Foundation for Mental Hygiene, Inc. is seeking one (1) qualified candidate to fill the full-time position for the Bureau of Health Promotion for Justice-Impacted Populations- Director of Surveillance, Monitoring and Evaluation. The ideal candidate should have a strong interest in the public health field, including working with justice-impacted populations.

Job Duties and Responsibilities:

The Director of Surveillance, Monitoring, and Evaluation, reporting to the Assistant Commissioner of HPJIP, will lead a team dedicated to promoting the mental health, substance use, and physical health of justice-impacted populations by:

Characterizing the behavioral, mental, and physical health of people with a history of justice involvement living in the community and of justice-impacted populations
Identifying and monitoring behavioral, mental, and physical health disease trends
Evaluating mental health, substance use, and physical health care and program gaps
Supervising all surveillance, monitoring and evaluation processes
Reviewing all products generated by the SME Team
Managing work expectations and areas of responsibility for staff as well as timelines and workflow; providing support to SME staff as needed
Communicating and liaising regularly with the Assistant Commissioner and leadership of BHPJIP, and by representing SME/HPJIP at Division- and Agency-wide meetings. This includes participating in ongoing discussions across Bureaus and Divisions to share insight and ideas on content related to the mental health, substance use, and physical health needs of justice-impacted populations as well as relevant methodologic approaches.
Collaborating with internal and external partners to identify, integrate, and analyze available health information and health outcomes data for underserved populations in New York City
Preparing written documents, including grant proposals, manuscripts, memos, reports, and presentations
Providing data for presentations/conferences and talking points for Agency leadership
Excellent project management and written and oral communication skills
Strong analytic and statistical skills

- Ability to quickly familiarize oneself with priority public health and health policy topics, without prior experience

Reviewing research instruments and publications and providing input on research matters
Leading input and review processes of DOHMH surveys and data policies
Participating in special studies and activities as assigned and other duties as deemed necessary by the Assistant Commissioner of HPJIP, or his/her designee.
Other duties or tasks may be assigned on an as-needed basis

Minimum Requirements:

A doctorate degree from an accredited college or university with specialization in an appropriate field of physical, biological, environmental or social science and one year of full-time experience in a responsible supervisory, administrative or research capacity in the appropriate field of specialization; or
A master’s degree from an accredited college or university with specialization in an appropriate field of physical, biological, environmental or social science and three years of responsible full-time experience in the appropriate field of specialization, including one year of full-time experience in a responsible supervisory, administrative or research capacity in the appropriate field of specialization; or
Education and/or experience which is equivalent to “1” or “2” above. However, all candidates must have a master’s degree in an appropriate field of specialization and one year of full-time experience in a responsible supervisory, administrative, or research capacity as described in “2” above.

Preferred Skills:

Demonstrated expertise in epidemiological data analysis and health services research, as well as quantitative and qualitative research design and program evaluation methodologies, especially as applied to behavioral health
Scientific writing as demonstrated with a track record of journal publication
5+ years experience with:

Developing strategic working documents, research agendas, and analytic plans, as well as completing grant funding and IRB applications, and managing submission procedures
Supervising, leading and advising staff involved in various projects
Manipulating and analyzing data using statistical software such as SAS, Stata, SPSS, R, as well as experience with geographical information software and mapping tools such as ArcGIS
Mental health, Substance Use, and physical health data sources (examples may include DOHMH’s Community Health Survey, SPARCS, Salient or other Medicaid claims databases, MEPS, BRFSS)

Work Location: 42-09 28th Street, Queens, New York 11101

Salary: Commensurate with experience

To Apply: Submit a resume and cover letter by September 27, 2020, on our website at http://corporate.rfmh.org click on Employment Opportunities. Only applications submitted through our website will be considered.

The Research Foundation is a private not-for-profit corporation and is not an agency or instrumentality of the State of New York. Employees of the Research Foundation are not state employees, do not participate in any state retirement system, and do not receive state fringe benefits. Excellent Benefits Package. Employer/Minority/Women/Disabled/Veteran Employer. VEVRAA 41 CFR 60-300.5(a) compliant.

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POSITION: Various positions

ORGANIZATION: The City of New York

To Apply: Click the linked job ID below and enter the job ID in the relevant field for more details on each position.

Job ID	Business Title	Civil Service Title
445839	Director of Analytics	CITY RESEARCH SCIENTIST
445955	Community Testing Health Equity Coordinator	CITY RESEARCH SCIENTIST
445957	Chief of Health and Safety	CITY RESEARCH SCIENTIST

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POSITION: Senior Policy Analyst, Racial Equity and Health Policy Program

ORGANIZATION: The Kaiser Family Foundation (KFF)

Location: Washington, DC (Remote, until at least January 2021)

Status: Full-Time; Exempt; Two-year term position with possibility of extension

Program Area: Racial Equity and Health Policy Program

Position Summary:

The Kaiser Family Foundation (KFF), a non-profit organization, is a leader in health policy analysis, polling and survey research, health journalism, and communication, dedicated to filling the need for trusted information on national health issues. KFF serves as a non-partisan source of facts, information, and analysis for policymakers, the media, the health care community, and the public.

KFF’s Racial Equity and Health Policy Program provides timely and reliable data, information, and policy analysis on health and health care disparities affecting people of color and underserved groups and efforts to advance health equity. KFF is seeking applicants for a Senior Policy Analyst with the Racial Equity and Health Policy Program, who will play a key role in developing, leading and conducting quantitative analysis and other work related to health disparities and efforts to advance equity. Qualified applicants should demonstrate strong analytic and communication skills, with significant experience conducting quantitative analysis, and have knowledge of health and health care disparities and the factors driving them as well as a personal interest and commitment to addressing disparities and advancing health equity.

Principal Duties and Responsibilities:

Develop, lead, and conduct quantitative analysis using large national and state-level databases, including developing research questions and analytic approaches; conducting data management and statistical analysis; and preparing tables and figures to present findings.
Conduct and direct policy analysis, including review and synthesis of policy documents, proposals, regulations, or other secondary sources of information.
Write and prepare fact sheets, policy briefs, presentations and other documents and prepare figures, tables, charts and other data visualizations to effectively communicate key findings.
Collaborate with other senior staff in determining programmatic priorities and in developing new initiatives to advance the work of the Racial Equity and Health Policy Program.
Collaborate with KFF’s communications team and staff across KFF program areas to facilitate effective communication and dissemination of work and advance opportunities for cross-program work.
Respond to external inquiries from the media, policymakers, stakeholders, and others in the policy community; present KFF’s work at meetings; and engage with the external community on social media.
Collaborate with, supervise, and provide career mentorship to policy analysts.

Minimum Desired Experience and Skills:

Master’s degree in a related field (such as statistics, biostatistics, econometrics, public health, public policy) and at least five years of work experience in quantitative data analysis.
Database and statistical programming experience a must, preferably in R.
Knowledge of health and health care disparities and factors driving them.
Experience conducting original research and analysis using large administrative, survey, or health claims databases, including data cleaning, quality assessment, imputation and statistical analysis.
Experience synthesizing secondary data and conducting health policy analysis.
Ability to communicate data analysis and research findings clearly through text and data visualizations, including tables, charts, and figures.
Ability to work independently on concurrent projects and balance multiple priorities, with strong project management skills and a high level of attention to detail.
Ability to effectively work in teams and to develop and maintain strong working relationships with internal staff and members of the external policy and research community

This full-time position will eventually be based in KFF’s Washington, D.C. office, which is located downtown near Metro Center. However, employees are currently working remotely due to COVID-19 precautions. This position is funded through two years from the date of hire, with the possibility of extension if funding is available. Competitive salary commensurate with experience and qualifications, and includes an excellent benefits package.

How to Apply:

Please send your resume, cover letter, contact information for three references, and a writing sample as separate attachments to jobs@kff.org, labeling your documents “LAST Name_First Name_Document Title.” Please write “Senior Policy Analyst, Racial Equity and Health Policy Program” in the email heading. No phone inquiries please.

KFF is an Equal Opportunity Employer and will consider for employment all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, gender, gender-identity, sexual orientation, age, marital status, disability, veteran status, arrest or conviction records, or other categories protected under law.

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POSITION: Research Assistant/Policy Analyst, Racial Equity and Health Policy Program

ORGANIZATION: The Kaiser Family Foundation (KFF)

Location: Washington, DC (Remote, until at least January 2021)

Status: Full-Time; Two-year term position with possibility of extension

Program Area: Racial Equity and Health Policy Program

Position Summary:

KFF’s Racial Equity and Health Policy Program provides timely and reliable data, information, and policy analysis on health and health care disparities affecting people of color and underserved groups and efforts to advance health equity. KFF is seeking applicants for a research assistant/policy analyst with the Racial Equity and Health Policy Program who will work with senior staff to develop and carry out research projects and policy analysis related to health disparities and efforts to advance equity. Qualified applicants should demonstrate strong analytic and communication skills and have knowledge of health and health care disparities and the factors driving them as well as a personal interest and commitment to addressing disparities and advancing health equity.

Principal Duties and Responsibilities:

Conduct policy analysis, including review and synthesis of policy documents, proposals, regulations, or other secondary sources of information.
Synthesize data to perform quantitative analysis.
Write and prepare fact sheets, policy briefs, presentations and other documents and prepare figures, tables, charts and other data visualizations to effectively communicate key findings.
Keep abreast of new policy developments affecting health disparities and efforts to advance health equity.
Collaborate with KFF’s communications team and staff across KFF program areas to facilitate effective communication and dissemination of work and advance opportunities for cross-program work.
Respond to external inquiries from the media, policymakers, stakeholders, and others in the policy community; present KFF’s work at meetings; and engage with the external community on social media.

Minimum Desired Experience and Skills:

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience, with a preference for a degree or experience in public health, public policy, health policy, or health economics.
To be considered as a policy analyst, candidates must have a Master’s degree in public health, public policy, or a related field and some work experience in policy analysis or policy research.
Knowledge of health and health care disparities and factors driving them.
Ability to conduct quantitative and qualitative analysis, with a preference for experience with statistical programming and analyzing survey data.
Ability to analyze complex policy issues, summarize policy research, and effectively communicate key issues to lay audiences.
Excellent writing and communication skills with the ability to communicate findings clearly through written documents and data visualizations, including tables, charts, and figures.
Ability to work independently on concurrent projects and balance multiple priorities, with strong project management skills and a high level of attention to detail.
Ability to effectively work in teams and to develop and maintain strong working relationships with internal staff and members of the external policy and research community.

How to Apply:

Please send your resume, cover letter, contact information for three references, and a writing sample as separate attachments to jobs@kff.org, labeling your documents “LAST Name_First Name_Document Title.” Please write “Policy Analyst, Racial Equity and Health Policy Program” in the email heading. No phone inquiries please.

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POSITION: Drop-In Center Manager

ORGANIZATION: Washington Heights CORNER Project

Based in East Harlem, two long-standing and well-regarded harm reduction organizations in New York City are seeking an Operations Manager. The non-profits, the process of completing a merger, are innovative organizations serving low-income people who use drugs and other marginalized individuals. The wide range of mobile and center-based services are delivered by upwards of 80 staff and peer workers, and include syringe access, overdose prevention, public health, care coordination, medical care, holistic, peer education, and advocacy services. The organizations have a combined $7 million budget made up of mainly government grants.

Position Summary:

The Drop In Center Manager (DICM) is a detail oriented and compassionate individual who cares about the wellbeing of every participant coming through NYHRE’s doors. The DICM demonstrates exceptional skills in working with marginalized population and shows reliable creativity and skills in de-escalation, management of people, and systems. The DICM works supervises the DIC team and works with the Clinic / HUB team to ensure that there is a calm flow of participants in the DIC and that every participant receives the services that they need in a timely fashion. Those services include harm reduction supplies (syringes, smoking kits, safer sex kits, narcan kits, etc), medical services, coffee, tea, food, bathroom, shower, laundry, and respite.

Details at a glance:

On-site Location
Full Time Schedule

Benefits:

Competitive medical and dental offered

Key Responsibilities:

Lead team of 10+ staff
Supervise DIC staff’s work; provide regular supportive and concrete feedback to improve service provision
Make sure that all the equipment and utilities in the DIC are correctly functioning at all time
Ensure safety for participants and staff in the DIC
Deescalate conflicts that occur in the DIC
Continuously update the policies and procedures for the DIC as necessary
Lead morning DIC meetings with DIC and Clinic/HUB staff
Ensure participants flow through the space efficiently and create systems to improve service delivery and participant care
Determine when and for how long participants are suspended from accessing DIC services after critical incidents
Build DIC staffs’ skills in conflict de-escalation
Assist DIC staff in intervening in overdoses and monitoring participants after an overdose takes place
Create system for participant flow throughout the first floor and to services on the second floor
Ensure DIC is kept clean and organized
Work with second floor staff to create communication system to ensure participants receive services in a timely manner
Work with Distribution Manager to ensure the DIC is stocked with all supplies necessary for services
Work with the Operations Manager to ensure maintenance and repairs in the DIC are completed in a timely manner
Other tasks as necessary and identified by supervisor

Requirements and Experience:

The DICM is someone with an active interest in harm reduction, syringe exchange, and/ or social justice as it pertains to individuals who use drugs or who engage in sex work.
Lived experience in the areas of substance use, sex work, HIV and HCV prevention preferred.
Extensive knowledge and experience in the areas of safer injection techniques and overdose prevention, HCV prevention and treatment a must. Knowledge of the Bronx and East Harlem IDU/ substance use communities preferred.
Must be dedicated to advancing an agenda of equal rights and social justice for low income people who use drugs, especially women of color through activism and political participation.
Must be committed to advancing an anti-racist, anti-sexist, anti-homophobic agenda.
Must be an organized, self-motivated team-player, with strong interpersonal and communication skills, basic computer skills, and the ability and willingness to be hands-on and solve problems as they arise.
Must be committed to the principles of Harm Reduction and to working with lowincome people who use drugs and who are sex workers.
Bilingual (Spanish) highly preferred

Location:

104 East 126th Street, New York, NY 10035

How to Apply:

Send your resume, a cover letter that effectively addresses the above-mentioned responsibilities and requirements as well as demonstrates your ability to contribute positively to the agency, and salary requirements to jobs@nyhre.org and pmarcus@nyhre.org . Subject line should read, “ Drop In Center Manager Position – last name”. All attachments should adhere to the following naming convention “Lastname, Firstname CoverLetter”. As this position requires attention to detail, omitting or not following all of the application procedures will result in your disqualification. No calls please.

NYHRE is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Individuals who have personal experience with drug use, PLWHA, women, people of color, members of the LGBTQ community, and the formerly incarcerated are strongly encouraged to apply.