Data Analyst II

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 II to provide programmatic and scientific technical assistance to CDC SMEs on the execution of studies relating to healthcare infections and antibiotic stewardship.

Essential Job Functions:

• Apply analytic expertise to work with electronic health data sources (Premier Healthcare Data, Truveta, Medicare claims, MarketScan, NHSN, and national/state inpatient data files) to examine HAI and antibiotic stewardship questions.
• Conduct quality control and manipulation of databases, including merging, managing, and updating data; generate standard reports; perform data quality reviews and editing/cleaning.
• Create and submit code (e.g., PySpark, R, Python, SAS, SQL) and use platforms (e.g., Databricks, 1CDP, Virtual Research Data Center) for complex querying, data exploration, manipulation, and statistical/epidemiological analyses.
• Facilitate programming and data management for dashboards, tables, charts, and data visualizations contributing to scientific communications and publications.
• Develop data dictionaries, data management plans, and data analysis plans; document analytic approaches, methods, and results.
• Support data systems in accordance with best practices, information technology, and records-keeping regulations.
• Support new acquisitions and renewals of healthcare data sources by developing data request packages and scientific research approvals (e.g., IRB).
• Co-author up to two (2) scientific manuscripts for publication per year.
• Participate in and/or coordinate virtual or in-person meetings, conferences, 1-2 site visits, and/or webinars.
• 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:

• Master's degree plus 3-5 years of relevant work experience in a relevant public health or quantitative field.
• 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:

• PhD plus 5+ years of relevant work experience in a relevant public health or quantitative field.
• 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 $90,000 to $100,000 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.