Job postings as of December 7, 2022

Dec. 7, 2022
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POSITION: Project Manager

ORGANIZATION: CUNY SPH Center for Innovation in Mental Health (CIMH)

Details: Full-time, salaried; 35 hours per week; $55,000-$65,000

The full-time Project Manager position for Harlem Strong will be based in the CUNY Graduate School of Public Health and Policy; the project manager will work closely with Dr. Ngo and the research team to support implementation of this project, along with analysis of large dataset of implementation and outcome data. They will also be expected to provide support during site visits, trainings, and heavy data collection periods. In addition, there will be training
opportunities to build research and clinical skills, along with learning about the grant funding

• Lead development and revisions of project timelines, deliverables, and budgets
• Support development of mental health task-sharing intervention material in conjunction with Dr. Ngo and other researchers
• Coordinate and support community navigators
• Oversee updates to IRB and research protocols
• Lead and manage recruitment of research participants
• Manage communications with project partners and participants
• Schedule project and implementation meetings
• Oversee tracking and logging of documents for implementation activities
• Manage outreach materials and messaging, including online content
• Prepare reports, manuscripts, and presentations
• Attend relevant community events
• Attend project meetings

Core Competencies/ Qualifications
• PhD preferred, Master’s degree required in field related to Clinical/Counseling Psychology, Public Health, Implementation Science, Social Work, and/or Mental Health
• Strong interest in mental health interventions and implementation science research, especially in low-resource settings
• Strong interest in community-based interventions, health disparities, minority mental health, social determinants of health, implementation science
• Experience preferred working with community navigators / community health worker
• Experienced preferred working in NYC neighborhoods and safety net organizations
• Experience running large clinical trials
• Experience developing and writing protocols
• Experience conducting research in culturally diverse contexts
• Language skills (Spanish, French, Chinese) are preferred

Qualified and interested applicants with questions can contact CUNY CIMH Center Manager, Catherine Dinh-Le via email at catherine.dinh-le@sph.cuny.edu to facilitate communication and scheduling with Director and Associate Professor  Victoria Ngo.

To view the official posting: CUNY Project Manager, CIMH


POSITION: Research Coordinator  

ORGANIZATION: CUNY SPH Center for Innovation in Mental Health (CIMH)

Details: Full-time; 35 hours per week; $50,000-$60,000

The full-time Research Coordinator position for Harlem Strong will be based in the CUNY Graduate School of Public Health and Policy; the research coordinator will work closely with Dr.  Victoria Ngo and the research team to support implementation of this project, along with analysis of large dataset of implementation and outcome data. They will also be expected to provide
support during recruitment, site visits, and heavy data collection periods. In addition, there will be training opportunities to build research and clinical skills.

Other Duties:
• Update and track research timelines and deliverables
• Support IRB and research protocols updates
• Support survey development, programming, and other relevant data tasks
• Support interview guide development, implementation, and analysis
• Coordinate recruitment and payment of research participants
• Schedule relevant project meetings, including for research team and recruitment
• Support tracking and logging of documents for research activities
• Support development of recruitment materials and messaging, including online content
• Support preparation of reports, manuscripts, and presentations
• Attend relevant community events
• Attend project meetings

Core Competencies/ Qualifications
• Master’s degree required in field related to Clinical/Counseling Psychology, Public Health, Implementation Science, Social Work, and/or Mental Health
• Ability to work onsite and occasional offsite activities in the community
• Strong interest in mental health interventions and implementation science research, especially in low-resource settings
• Strong interest in community-based interventions, health disparities, minority mental health, social determinants of health, implementation science
• Experience preferred working with community navigators / community health workers
• Experienced preferred working in NYC neighborhoods and safety net organizations
• Familiarity and/ or experience working on large clinical trials
• Familiarity and/ or experience with developing and writing protocols
• Experience conducting research in culturally diverse contexts

Qualified and interested applicants with questions can contact CUNY CIMH Center Manager, Catherine Dinh-Le via email at catherine.dinh-le@sph.cuny.edu to facilitate communication and scheduling with Director and Associate Professor  Victoria Ngo.

To view the official posting: CUNY Research Coordinator, CIMH


POSITION: Harlem Children’s Zone (HCZ) – Multiple Openings

ORGANIZATION: Healthy Harlem

Harlem Children’s Zone (HCZ) is a world-renowned non-profit that is breaking the cycle of generational poverty for more than 28,000 children and adults in Central Harlem and millions more well beyond. HCZ walks hand in hand with young people and their families from cradle to college to career. From our work with
public school students and our Promise Academy charter schools to our Healthy Harlem wellness initiative to our family support programs, HCZ goes beyond education to provide children with the academic, personal and career support they need to stay on the path to becoming self-sustaining, successful adults. No other organization uses such a comprehensive approach to fighting poverty, at such a scale or with as much impact. 

HCZ has multiple openings – please click on the Position Titles below to see the full job posting description. To Apply: Submit a cover letter and resume to hczcareers@hcz.org   

  • Health Coordinator – Seeking dynamic, energetic health coordinators to oversee the implementation of Healthy Harlem programming at one of our high school after-school programs. They will be responsible for leading a team of educators to effectively deliver nutrition lessons, physical activity, and programming for youth
    and families affected by overweight and obesity. This position reports to the Director at their respective program. Salary Range $55,000-$60,000 per year
  • Health Educator – Seeking dynamic, energetic health educators to work within Promise Academy After-School sites and, facilitate family health workshops for caregivers and individual goal-setting sessions with youth. Health educators are part of site-based teams dedicated to implementing Healthy Harlem programming at respective sites and report to the health coordinator. Compensation Range $25-$30 per hour   
  • Nutrition Educator – Seeking dynamic, energetic educators to conduct nutrition and cooking lessons for students and caregivers. Nutrition educators are part of site-based teams dedicated to implementing Healthy Harlem programming at respective sites and report to the health coordinator.
  • Sports and Recreation Specialist – Seeking dynamic, energetic part-time sports and recreation specialists to facilitate daily physical activity for students. Sports and rec specialists are part of site-based teams dedicated to implementing
    Healthy Harlem programming at respective sites and report to the health coordinator. Compensation Range $25-$30 per hour

POSITION: Study Coordinator

ORGANIZATION: Montefiore – Albert Einstein College of Medicine 

  • Work with the Principal Investigator (PI) to update study protocols and protocol amendments as needed, including the development of new measures.
  • Work with the PI to develop recruitment strategies and manage tracking database (for the NIH-funded project).
  • Managing data collection; perform regular audits to ensure that collected data are complete and accurate, and research and clinical protocols are being followed.
  • Collaborate with IT and data management resources in the development and editing of databases.
  • Assist PI in drafting reports, preparing conference abstracts, and presentations related to the projects. (RedCAP)
  • Assist PI in generating reports for the study
  • Coordinate scheduling of DPP workshops
  • Lead and assist DPP workshops as a DPP Lifestyle Coach in English and Spanish
  • Available to work night or weekends on occasion
  • Other related duties as assigned

QUALIFICATIONS

  • Bachelor’s Degree required.
  • Bilingual English and Spanish
  • 1-2 years of related experience required. Experience in previous research or programmatic experience in public health or related field and experience working with similar populations preferred
  • Available to work nights or weekends on occasion
  • DDP Lifestyle Coach Training Preferred

To view the official posting: Einstein – Study Coordinator


POSITION: Data Analyst for the Coalition to End Racism in Clinical Algorithms (CERCA)

ORGANIZATION: NYC DOHMH – Bureau of Equitable Health Systems (BEHS) 

The CERCA data analyst will report to a Senior Program Evaluator and work closely with senior clinical and analytical staff in the evaluation of the CERCA initiative. The analyst will support background research, conduct survey and qualitative data analysis, and produce presentations and reports. This position is funded through May 14, 2024, by a grant from the Robert Wood Johnson Foundation.

RESPONSIBILITIES 

  • Assist with survey data collection and analysis, including the development of survey instruments; programming surveys into Alchemer; creating codebooks; and cleaning and analyzing survey data using a statistical software package, such as SAS.
  • Assist with qualitative data collection and analysis, including the development of interview guides, recruitment and scheduling, conducting in-depth interviews, note-taking, creating codebooks, analyzing data and summarizing results. 
  • Conduct and summarize background research (i.e., literature reviews)
  • Conduct document review. Organize and summarize data from agendas, meeting notes, workplans, and other relevant coalition documents
  • Produce reports and presentations tailored to target audiences
  • Support the evaluation of patient engagement initiatives
  • Respond to ad hoc information requests
  • Other responsibilities as directed by supervisor 
Qualifications  
  • Master’s degree in an appropriate field, such as MPH, MPA, MHA, MSPH
  • At least 1 year of experience in data analysis (preferably survey data and qualitative data analysis)
  • Working knowledge of and/or strong interest in program evaluation and health equity
  • Ability to work collaboratively in a cross-disciplinary team environment
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills 
  • Experience analyzing data using a statistical software package (SAS preferred)
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office (i.e., Word, Excel, and PowerPoint)
  • Highly organized and detail-oriented

Preferred 

  • Experience using qualitative data analysis software (e.g., Atlas.ti)
  • Familiarity with health systems, health care delivery, and health inequities in NYC

Salary Range: $65,000 – $70,000,  commensurate with experience. FPHNYC offers a comprehensive benefit package.

Interested applicants can contact CUNY SPH alum and Senior Program Evaluator at Bureau of Equitable Health Systems (BEHS) Center for Health Equity and Community Wellness: Sonali Das, MPH, MSW via email at: sdas@health.nyc.gov

To view the official posting: Data Analyst (Coalition to End Racism in Clinical Algorithms).


POSITION: Healthy NYC Survey Panel Manager

ORGANIZATION: NYC DOHMH – Division of Epidemiology  

The Fund for Public Health in New York (FPHNY) seeks a Healthy NYC Panel Manager, funded through a grant from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention through the fall of 2026.  This position will be based at the Health Department’s office in Long Island City, NY, with the possibility of hybrid work.

Location: 42-09 28th Street, LIC, NY   11101 

POSITION OVERVIEW This position will be within the New York City Department of Health and Mental Hygiene (DOHMH)’s Division of Epidemiology, Special Projects Group, and reporting to the Director of Special Projects.  The Division of Epidemiology collects and analyzes data and communicates findings to monitor and improve the health of New Yorkers, and to inform decision making both within and outside of DOHMH.

The Panel Manager will maintain a high-quality cohort of survey respondents. Responsibilities include, but are not limited to monitoring cohort health, minimizing attrition, and ensuring high quality phone interviews, participant relations and gift cards management. This person will supervise the Deputy Panel Manager, who is responsible for overseeing survey phone interviews, support to participants, purchasing, and distribution and tracking of gift cards. The ideal candidate will have experience with survey research, be organized and detail-oriented, and possess excellent interpersonal skills.

RESPONSIBILITIES 

The Panel Manager will:

  • Develop and execute a strategic plan to maximize participant engagement, satisfaction, and retention.
  • Create and track indicators of panel health. Measure, minimize, and develop strategies to address attrition.
  • Monitor panel health, make recommendations based on findings, and execute panel maintenance tasks.
  • Oversee and manage sub-cohorts that are part of Healthy NYC, such as a youth panel, a qualitative panel, and a long COVID cohort
  • Develop and distribute non-survey communications to participants, such as holiday cards, survey result summaries, and content for a member portal.
  • Supervise the Deputy Panel Manager, who manages phone survey operations, gift cards purchases, tracking and distribution, and response to participant concerns
Qualifications
  • MPH/MS degree from an accredited college or university and a minimum of three years of experience directly related to the duties and responsibilities specified above.
  • Experience in survey research and participant retention, particularly with panel or cohort studies.
  • Experience interacting with the survey or research study participants.

PREFERRED SKILLS

  • Highly motivated, with an aptitude for problem-solving.
  • Ability to work under pressure.
  • Detail-oriented and can follow study protocols.
  • Dedication to protecting the confidentiality of participants’ data.
  • Ability to work independently and follow through on assignments with minimal direction.
  • Ability to conduct data analyses to assess cohort trends.
  • Strong interpersonal skills and experience working collaboratively with large groups.
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills.

SALARY AND BENEFITS Salary is up to $95,000, commensurate with experience. FPHNYC offers a comprehensive benefits package.

TO APPLY To apply, send Resume, with Cover Letter, including how your experience relates to this position. Applicants who bes

To view the official posting: Healthy NYC Survey Panel Manager (paycomonline.net)


POSITION: Health Content Manager (Job ID #556725)

ORGANIZATION: NYC DOHMH – Environment and Health Data Portal team 

We’re looking for somebody to join the team that develops the Environment & Health Data Portal – this site! We’re looking for a health communicator who’s interested in how information works to contribute to user centered research, design, and site development. If you’re a public health professional with interest in writing, user research, content strategy, design, or development, then we want to hear from you. Visit NYC Jobs and search for Job ID 556725.

To view the official posting: Our bureau is hiring | Environment & Health Data Portal (nyc.gov)


POSITION: Multiple Openings

ORGANIZATION: CUNY Inclusive Economy 

To view multiple positions postings: CUNY Jobs – “Cuny Inclusive Economy” Jobs


POSITION: – Data Specialist – External Affairs

ORGANIZATION: Weill Cornell Medicine

Job Responsibilities

  • Creates constituent records and updates existing ones with demographic, employment and educational information.
  • Creates parameters and designs report output; generates reports for WCM External Affairs and Ithaca staff.
  • Assists in the creation and documentation of policies and procedures that enhance data integrity.
  • Under supervision, designs and generates reports for data analysis and mailings, performs data imports and exports to/from the fundraising database, assists with the data entry associated with events, appeals and mailings.
  • Identifies needs, and implements and performs data hygiene projects to ensure the accuracy and integrity of data.
  • Uses internet, Lexis Nexis Accurint, and other online tools to research, disambiguate, or verify constituent information.
  • Assists all External Affairs employees and consultants in the use of systems/equipment and departmental policies and procedures.
  • Responds to requests for technical support and documents, tracks, and monitors the same.
  • Triages all Helpdesk requests; escalates requests to appropriate staff person.
  • Performs other related duties as assigned.

Education

Associate’s Degree, but Bachelor’s degree strongly preferred

Experience

Approximately 2-4 years of experience with data entry, querying and reporting from relational databases.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

  • Fluent in the use of relational databases, with a preference for fundraising databases.
  • Intermediate to advanced Microsoft Office skills (Excel, Word, Outlook, and PowerPoint).
  • Knowledge of basic office technology – hardware, applications, systems, devices and access; able to resolve user issues of low to moderate complexity.
  • Experience troubleshooting desktop issues.
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
  • Excellent customer service skills.

Salary Range: $27.03 – $34.07 per hour 

To view the official posting: Data Specialist-External Affairs (cornell.edu)


POSITION: Communications & Marketing Associate

ORGANIZATION: Global Impact Investing Network (GIIN)

The GIIN is looking for a detail oriented and enthusiastic communications and marketing associate to assist in the communications and marketing efforts across all programs and activities of this faced-paced non-profit organization.

The communications and marketing associate will report to the Chief Communications and Marketing Officer and will coordinate the planning, logistics and budget for communications and market teams. This position closely collaborates with internal departments and outside vendors.

Overview of Responsibilities

  • Support the production of communications and marketing materials, including social media posts, newsletters, podcasts, press releases, website copy, guest opinion columns, and PowerPoint presentations for both select industry stakeholders and broad public audiences, to increase the visibility of impact investing and the GIIN’s role in the industry’s growth
  • Assist in copy-writing, copy editing and reviewing content produced by all GIIN program teams to help ensure consistency with the GIIN’s brand guidelines and naming taxonomy as well as the Associated Press style guide.
  • Provide back-end support to the GIIN’s website by scanning pages that may need updating and making updates for corporate pages such as news and team pages and program team pages.
  • Serve as the liaison to the GIIN’s global senior advisors and a program team.
  • Track all events that GIIN staff members present or speak at.

CANDIDATE PROFILE:

  • Support Salesforce administration, including contact maintenance and ad-hoc reporting
  • Track department budget ensuring all contracts are signed and tracking all invoices against budgets and contracts.
  • Prepares agenda and chairs monthly communications and marketing team meeting.
  • Provide general, as-needed administrative support to the communications and marketing team.

Location: This position will be based in our New York City office with significant remote work flexibility offered through the GIIN’s hybrid in-person/remote work model.

Compensation: Competitive compensation, commensurate with experience. Salary range for this role is $48,000-$60,000 with a generous benefits package.

Qualifications

  • The ideal candidate for the role must have strong multi-tasking skills, superb writing, editing experience, an interest in both traditional and social media, and a deep conviction that communication is instrumental in the success of new ideas.
  • Highly organized, attention to detail, results oriented
  • Strong editing and presentation skills
  • Team player with strong interpersonal skills and ability to connect with various stakeholders
  • Interest in impact investing or social and environmental issues
  • Commitment to equity and justice. Successful candidates will be aware that race, income, age, immigration status, sexual orientation, gender and gender expression, and other identities can play, and have historically played, a role in equity disparities, including within organizations. Successful candidates will be committed to continuous learning about diversity, equity, and inclusion and how to manifest these principles in the workplace.
  • Bachelor’s degree (Marketing, Communications or similar degree)
  • 1 to 3 years of relevant work in experience
  • Comfortable with managing web or online communications tools; basic HTML knowledge preferred
  • Working knowledge of computer software applications such as Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint; experience with Google Analytics, Salesforce, Mailchimp, and Adobe Creative Suite advantageous
  • Must be authorized to work in the United States as no work visa sponsorship is available at this time
  • Aligned in thought and action with GIIN’s values: https://thegiin.org/values-and-guiding-principles

To apply

Email cover letter and CV to Human Resources at hr@thegiin.org. State “Communications & Marketing Associate_First Name_Last Name” in the subject line of your email. Please indicate where you saw the job posting in your cover letter.

To view the official posting: Communications & Marketing Associate, GIIN 


POSITION: Community Safety & Violence Prevention Coordinator  

ORGANIZATION: Buncombe County Justice Services 

This role will be dedicated to supporting and expanding Buncombe County’s Community Safety Initiative. This is a position that has significant interaction with community partners, and also works on financial and grant administration office-based work. The primary responsibility for this position will be to:

  • Collaborate with partners to implement a community-led public health response to violence prevention;
  • Coordinate with community safety, violence prevention, and youth leadership partners across the community;
  • Build upon and advancing the outreach, community engagement, research, and strategic planning work of the Buncombe County Community Safety Initiative;
  • Partner with community co-facilitators to develop a multi-sector coalition.

Experience could include, but is not limited to:

  • Experience with violence prevention models, policy analysis, continuous quality improvement and/or evaluation experience.
  • Experience developing partnerships (for example, between government, non-profit organizations, educational institutions, and grassroots community-based organizations).
  • Experience in working with Black, African American, Indigenous, Latinx, and/or other communities of color.
  • Ability to apply an intersectional and anti-racist lens to program work, and lead others in doing so.
  • Experience in identifying gaps in violence prevention program efforts.

To view the official posting: Community Safety & Violence Prevention Coordinator


POSITION: Greensboro Site Director 

ORGANIZATION: Project Horseshoe Farm (Greensboro, AL) 

About the organization: Project Horseshoe Farm is a 501(c)3 non-profit organization that works in partnership with local elementary schools, health clinics, community centers, and nursing homes/supported housing programs to extend individualized relationship-based volunteer service to help seniors, adults living with mental illness, and children. Our approach includes an educational grant supported “gap year” Service Fellowship for top recent college graduates from across the country. We were founded in 2007 with our first site in Greensboro, Alabama and have added sites in Marion, Alabama (2018) and Pomona, California (2020).  Our mission is to work with and build on the strengths of local communities, improve the health and quality of life of our vulnerable neighbors, and prepare citizen service leaders for tomorrow’s communities.

Please visit our website for more information.

Summary Description: Site Directors are responsible for leading and teaching a team of Fellows (recent college graduates), providing direct service as a way of modeling and leading the team of Fellows, building and maintaining relationships with healthcare, education, and community organizations, and managing all programmatic and administrative operations for the local site. We are looking for someone who is service oriented, hard-working, mature, resilient, enjoys teaching and working with top recent college graduates, enjoys building relationships with people in a local community, and is enthusiastic about working for a mission and values driven organization.

Minimum qualifications:

  • Bachelor’s degree
  • Clinical and/or volunteer service oriented individual
  • Extensive experience working with people
  • Ability to lead and manage a team 
  • Strong interest in mentoring and teaching top recent college graduates
  • Enthusiasm for service to others
  • Enthusiasm around community engagement 
  • Strong organizational and time management skills

Desirable qualifications:

  • Master’s degree (MPH, MSW, MSN, RN)
  • Clinical or service experience preferred (including volunteer service)
  • Previous experience in community-based healthcare
  • Previous leadership and management experience

To Apply : Submit Resume and cover letter to Sarah Hallmark at schallmark@gmail.com

To view job description, click here


POSITION: Multiple Openings 

ORGANIZATION: Planned Parenthood Arizona 

Planned Parenthood Arizona promotes and protects every person’s freedom and right to enjoy sexual health and well-being, to make reproductive choices, and build healthy, strong families. We are the largest sexual health organization in the state and serves thousands of people each year through health care, education, and advocacy. If you are interested in joining, you can check out all of our openings here: https://jobs.lever.co/ppaz

  • Medical Assistants/Health Care Assistants
  • Nurse Practitioners
  • Health Center Manger
  • Organizing Manager
  • Community & Family Engagement Manager
  • External Affairs Associate
  • And more!

Feel free to reach out to our amazing HR Specialist, Latoya Williams, if you have any questions. Her email is latoya.williams@ppaz.org 


POSITION: Multiple Openings 

ORGANIZATION: Immunize Nevada

Immunize Nevada is a small but mighty team with offices in Las Vegas and Reno and outreach staff throughout our state’s rural communities. We currently have several positions available which are listed below. For the right candidate, we’re open to hiring someone outside of the state of Nevada who can work remote, if they’re open/available to travel. This is a wonderful organization with a passionate team, generous benefits and time off. We’d love to find some good folks for these positions. Check the links to the for current employment and internship opportunities.


POSITION: Graduate Industrial Hygienist

ORGANIZATION: Pennoni Associates

Pennoni is a multidisciplinary consulting engineering firm founded more than five decades ago. We approach engineering challenges from a wider spectrum of angles than most, from land development to energy management. Our goal is to help communities and private sector clients alike navigate the ever-changing technological advancements available and learn how best to integrate “smart” solutions into the current landscape to make them a part of resilient and sustainable planning. Our combination of talent and experience generates unprecedented solutions for diverse and iconic projects around the globe.

Job Responsibilities
Pennoni Associates is currently seeking a Graduate Industrial Hygienist to work out of our NYC office with experience consistent, but not limited to:

  • Hygiene projects associated with asbestos, lead-based paint, mold, and indoor air quality
  • Asbestos abatement oversight, environmental building surveys, and report writing
  • Preparing reports including observations, analysis of contaminants, and recommendations for control and correction of hazards
  • Prepare and implement health and safety plans for the site where required
  • Make employee safety a priority both in-house and on-site, in accordance with corporate policy
  • Salary Range – $55,000 – $65,000

Required Attributes

  • Education: High School Diploma
  • Years of experience: 0-3 years
  • Licenses required: Valid Driver’s License 
  • Computer skills required: Proficiency in Microsoft software (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
  • Strong verbal and written communication skills

Preferred Attributes

  • Proficiency or working knowledge of CAD
  • NYC Asbestos Investigator, NYS Asbestos Building Inspector, NYS Project Monitor/ Air Sampling Technician, NYS Mold Assessor, EPA Lead Risk Assessor

To view the official posting: Career Site – Self Service (adp.com)


POSITION: Assistant Professor (tenure-track), Dept of Community Health Sciences

ORGANIZATION: UCLA Fielding School of Public Health and Asian American Studies Center Bruins Rising Initiative   

We invite applications for a tenure-track Assistant Professor position in the Department of Community Health Sciences at the UCLA Fielding School of Public Health. This position is supported by the Asian American Studies Center and UCLA’s Native American and Pacific Islander Bruins Rising Initiative.

Applicants must hold a PhD or other equivalent terminal degree (e.g. DrPH, EdD, DSc, MD, JD) by July 1, 2023, and are expected to have a robust research agenda that addresses critical health issues in Pacific Islander and Native Hawaiian communities including but not limited to obesity, cancer, heart disease, stroke, diabetes, substance abuse and unintentional injuries. Those conducting research that address critical social and other issues affecting the health of Pacific Islander and Native Hawaiian communities such as climate change, aging, food insecurity, housing, poverty and educational opportunities are also encouraged to apply. All applicants are expected to have a strong community health orientation and to participate in the Asian American Studies Center.

Candidates must (1) have a record of independent research and publications in areas relevant to the health of Pacific Islander and Native Hawaiian populations, (2) demonstrate potential for success or documented success in obtaining extramural funding, (3) have engaged in interdisciplinary research collaborations involving partnerships with communities; and (4) demonstrate a commitment to teaching and mentoring.

We welcome candidates whose experiences in research, teaching, and community service have prepared them to contribute to our commitment to diversity and excellence.

Interested persons are strongly encouraged to apply online at, https://recruit.apo.ucla.edu/JPF08043, by January 10, 2023. The position will be open until filled. The anticipated start date is July 1, 2023.
To apply, please submit the following:
(1) a cover letter (1-2 pages)
(2) a curriculum vitae,
(3) a research statement highlighting scholarly contributions of recent research and plans for the near future,
(4) an EDI statement describing your past, present and future (planned) contributions to equity, diversity and inclusion
6) a teaching statement outlining your teaching philosophy and the general content of one class you would like to teach, and
(7) names and contact information for three references.

For questions related to the position, please contact the chair of the Search Committee, Professor May Wang (maywang@ucla.edu).


POSITION: Policy Associate – Coverage, Cost, and Value

ORGANIZATION: National Academy for State Health Policy (NASHP)

Are you looking for a great opportunity to support states in ensuring there is an affordable continuum of health coverage that provides access to high quality care by addressing health system costs as well as payment and delivery reforms? Then consider joining the NASHP Coverage, Cost, and Value Team!

About us — The National Academy for State Health Policy — NASHP — is a nonpartisan, nonprofit forum of policymakers from across the spectrum of state governments, leading and implementing innovative solutions to states’ health policy challenges. At NASHP, we engage state leaders to solve problems and share solutions, conduct policy analyses and research, leverage state expertise to develop model policy solutions, disseminate information on state policies and programs, and provide technical assistance to states. We have an immediate opening for a policy associate to join our Coverage, Cost, and Value team.

About you — You are a professional with at least four years of post-Bachelor’s experience, who is organized and detail-oriented, a skilled communicator with strong writing and analytic skills, and who thrives in a dynamic work environment, engaging in multiple projects at a time. You have a strong foundation and substantive experience in a state health policy — in particular, state policy related to public coverage programs (including Medicaid and health insurance marketplaces) — as well as understanding of and interest in addressing prescription drug and hospital/health system costs. You understand there are different dynamics across states, their coverage programs and health markets that require varied and flexible solutions to nuanced policy challenges. You are state-focused, interested in and understand what state policymakers need to know to effectively meet their most difficult challenges.

How you will spend your time — Policy associates are lead content experts on policy issues and topics facing state decision makers. As a NASHP policy associate, you will conduct qualitative policy research and analysis, contribute to project development and management, work with a team to provide technical assistance to state officials, write policy briefs and other related resources aimed at a broad policy audience, and work collaboratively with colleagues across the organization as well as directly with state health policy officials.

Your key responsibilities will include:

  • Tracking, researching, analyzing, and summarizing state and federal policy, legislation, rules, and regulations that impact state coverage programs
  • Learning and analyzing health care cost drivers, including prescription drug and hospital data and supply chain dynamics, to help meet state policymakers’ need for information and assistance
  • Providing technical assistance to state officials and others on a variety of topics from financing coverage programs to NASHP’s various policies and models aimed at understanding and reducing health costs
  • Preparing for and assisting in executing regular and ad hoc virtual and in-person meetings of state officials to promote state-to-state learning and exchange using multiple strategies
  • Leveraging knowledge and expertise of coverage, cost, payment, and delivery system policy to support state technical assistance, developing issue briefs and tools states can adopt to advance policies in those domains
  • Working with both internal and external stakeholders at the state and national level, effectively communicating information on trends and emerging issues in health policy
  • Planning, researching, and writing blogs, briefs, reports, proposals, and other publications
  • Assisting in the development of grant proposals and reports to funders
  • Assisting in staffing and support of NASHP’s policy committees and participating in the planning and implementation of NASHP’s annual conference
  • Representing NASHP and relevant project work at meetings and conferences

Some travel will be required.

Salary Range: $65,000 to $91,840. Note that this is not an entry level position and your salary will be commensurate with your experience.

NASHP offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes:

    • A 35-hour work week
    • Generous paid time off, including a sabbatical benefit
    • Comprehensive health, dental and vision coverage
    • A generous retirement plan
    • Life insurance
    • Short- and long-term disability coverage
    • A paid parental leave benefit
  • Tuition reimbursement
  • Transportation stipend

To Apply
Interested candidates are invited to submit a cover letter describing their interest in the position and in our organization, along with salary requirements to search@nashp.org. Please put “Coverage, Cost, and Value PA” in the subject line.

To view the official posting: https://www.nashp.org/policy-associate-coverage-cost-and-value/


POSITION: Health Policy and Data Analyst

ORGANIZATION: Center for Health Information and Analysis (CHIA) 

The mission of the Center for Health Information and Analysis (CHIA) is to monitor the Massachusetts health care system and to provide reliable information and meaningful analysis for those seeking to improve health care quality, affordability, access, and outcomes.

CHIA’s Health Informatics and Reporting (HIR) unit is seeking an Analyst to support the team’s growing portfolio of analytic initiatives, which inform the Commonwealth’s health policy community. The HIR team’s analytic domains cover a wide range of subject areas, including monitoring health care expenditures, insurance coverage and costs, service utilization, price variation, alternative payment methods, and quality. CHIA has a hybrid work environment, all employees are expected to work in-person at the Center’s 501 Boylston Street office, on at least two (2) designated days each week.  

Specifically the Analyst will apply her/his knowledge of data, analytic methods, and the health policy landscape to execute projects and generate impactful products. Specifically, the Analyst will:

  • Utilize CHIA’s data assets, which include the state’s All-Payer Claims Database (APCD) and other data submitted to the agency, to monitor trends in insurance coverage and health care spending, quality, and utilization (e.g., physician services, hospital care, prescription drugs, etc.);
  • Produce clear and comprehensive written analyses and data visualizations for distribution to internal and external audiences;
  • Develop data submission specifications for new domains of analysis that the agency seeks to undertake;
  • Serve as a resource for external stakeholders that use CHIA’s data and publications for policy analysis;
  • Apply effective data quality assurance protocols throughout the course of assignments;
  • Participate in stakeholder sessions, inter-agency workgroups, and internal meetings on related projects.

Preferred Qualifications   In addition, the Analyst should have:

  • Strong analytic skills in order to access, query, manipulate, profile, document, and analyze different datasets;
  • Experience working with health care data (e.g., insurance claims, HEDIS, AHRQ-MEPS, etc.);
  • Working knowledge of the Massachusetts health care system, including familiarity with health policy and/or market dynamics;
  • The ability to manage and advance multiple assignments with competing deadlines
  • Experience with relational databases, SQL, and/or statistical programs (SAS, R, etc.)
  • The ability to work independently as well as collaboratively with staff from across the agency;​​​​​​
  • Strong communication skills to convey complex information to diverse audiences;
  • Demonstrated proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint;
  • Familiarity with data visualization and other business intelligence tools like Tableau and PowerBI;

Salary range for this position is $61,047.22 – $87,395.10.

To view the official posting: https://centerforhealthinformationandanalysis.applytojob.com/apply/75dICLPZy9/Health-Policy-And-Data-Analyst 

 


 

POSITION: Environmental/Operations Programs Specialist 

ORGANIZATION: NYC Port Authority – 4 WTC

This position will be located at 4 World Trade Center but will require travel to and from all TB&T facilities.

Responsibilities: Reporting to the Senior Program Manager for TB&T’s Operations Services Unit, the Environmental/Operations Programs Specialist will assist and support all departmental efforts in the planning and execution of varied initiatives, projects, and programs to optimize facility maintenance and operations.  This includes managing and participating in the development and oversight of environmental, health and safety, and energy/utility management, operating improvements, maintenance trades training and development, and performance measurements.

  • Coordinate with various stakeholders including TB&T facilities and Project Management staff, the Office of Sustainability, Engineering, Operations Services Department, Government and Community Relations, and Law on environmental conditions and mitigation, health and safety management, sustainability and energy management and improvements related to programs for customers, tenants, and employees.
  • Manage departmental efforts to meet sustainability and energy goals for energy management, GHG management, greening of workplace, utility monitoring and management.
  • Represent TB&T on interdepartmental working groups for areas such as underground and aboveground storage tanks, hazardous waste management, sustainability measures, and pandemic health concerns.
  • Coordinate with facility staff to identify and implement industry best practices for initial, refresher and on-going training for maintenance trades to ensure a sustainable pipeline of skilled personnel to fill critical maintenance positions. Work with facilities and interdepartmental staff to address environmental inquiries and issues, and ensure environmental compliance with all local, state, and federal regulations.
  • Undertake management analyses that promote efficiencies and productivity at both the facility and departmental level including but not limited to: planning, operations, maintenance, equipment, and research and development of technological solutions to support short- and long-term TB&T operations and business strategies.
  • Execute special projects as assigned. Prepare written correspondence, reports, and presentations.
  • Represent TB&T as a liaison in collaboration with the agency’s Office of Emergency Management Emergency Operations Center during planned activations, emergencies, and severe weather events.

Qualifications – Candidates must present the following qualifications to be eligible for this position:

  • Bachelor’s Degree in Business, Transportation, Engineering, Planning, Technology, or related field from an accredited college or university.
  • A minimum of three (3) years of progressively responsible experience managing projects or implementing programs.
  • Demonstrated experience and knowledge with Federal, State (NY and NJ), and local environmental regulations.
  • Demonstrated experience and knowledge in environmental mitigation, sustainability, health and safety, and energy programs.
  • Demonstrated knowledge of Port Authority policies and procedures, specifically as they relate to administration, contracts, human resources, labor, budgeting, the PA Board Process, and audit.
  • Demonstrated experience with PeopleSoft, SAP/AVM, Budget Pro, and Microsoft Office Suite.

Desirable: Ideal candidates will present the following profile:

  • Demonstrated supervisory or managerial experience coordinating environmental, health and safety, energy projects, studies, permits and licenses.
  • Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing, including the ability to produce narrative, financial and statistical reports.
  • Demonstrated ability to prioritize assignments and handle multiple tasks simultaneously.
  • Demonstrated experience in problem-solving and handling conflict resolution.
  • Demonstrated ability to exercise good judgment and discretion in handling confidential information.
  • Demonstrated ability to work effectively with unit heads, consultants, employees and staff at all levels and outside organizations.
  • Detail oriented and possess excellent organization skills.
  • Possess a valid Driver’s License.

To view the official posting: https://www.jointheportauthority.com/jobs/11116935-environmental-slash-operations-programs-specialist


POSITION: Policy Analysts 

ORGANIZATION: U.S. DOT 

The Volpe National Transportation Systems Center seeks Policy Analysts at the entry- and mid-levels to support the Infrastructure Systems & Technology Center. Employee (s) will be responsible for data collection, analyses, and research in areas such as data, program, and policy analysis; emerging technology research; outreach and communications; and engineering-related research and analysis to improve transportation safety, capacity, and resiliency. These positions are in Cambridge, MA.

The ideal candidate will possess strong analytical and general problem-solving skills along with an interest in research on engineering and technology concepts. Strong written and oral communications skills and the ability to build and maintain effective customer relationships are required. The ideal candidate will have a demonstrated ability to work independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced and entrepreneurial environment. An interest in transportation safety is highly desirable.

Duties: The activities performed by the Policy Analyst result in better-prepared transportation programs and policies that serve state and local government needs and inform decision-making and programming initiatives across Federal and state agencies. The Policy Analyst:

  • Provides policy analysis services to clients, in areas such as: data, program, and policy analysis; emerging technology research; and engineering-related research and analysis to improve transportation safety, capacity, and resiliency.
  • Serves as a member of a multidisciplinary team, performs data collection activities and provides the project team and higher-graded staff with research and analytical support.
  • Carries out assignments through research, development, analysis, planning, interpretation, and evaluation of assigned project area.
  • Selects practices, methods, procedures, and implements guidance, tools, strategies, and programs to be applied to a specific problem.
  • Plans work procedures to carry out a sequence of operations including preparing relevant summaries and analytical reports on a range of transportation topics.
  • Evaluates projects, policies and programs for technical validity and create and design project materials and technical reports.
  • Assists in the design and implementation or outreach events and prepares reports, charts, graphs, memoranda, and correspondence including scheduling and conducting meetings and interviews.
  • Articulates information through various methods such as discussions, meetings, fact sheets, reports, design documentation, briefings, presentations, and other technical and business documentation.

This position is open to both U.S. Citizens and Federal Employees.

To view the official posting: https://www.usajobs.gov/job/691953100 


POSITION: Multiple Openings

ORGANIZATION: CDC

CDC has multiple roles, position openings, please view official job posting in Position Title hyperlinks below

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