City Research Scientist III / Senior Analyst Job ID462193

The mission of the Bureau of HIV/AIDS Prevention and Control (BHIV) is to end HIV transmission, promote the health of all New Yorkers with or vulnerable to HIV, reduce HIV-related inequities, and combat stigma.

The Research and Evaluation Unit in the HIV Prevention Program of the Bureau of HIV/AIDS Prevention and Control has an opening for a City Research Scientist III. Under the supervision of the Director of Research and Evaluation (R&E), as part of a diverse team conducting a dynamic portfolio of high priority projects aimed to Ending the HIV Epidemic (EHE) in New York City.

DUTIES WILL INCLUDE BUT NOT BE LIMITED TO:

• Lead and contribute to the preparation of reports, presentations and manuscripts for scientific journals/peer reviewed health publications.

• Perform data collection and complex data analyses; experience with SAS is essential.

• Oversee scientific study operations for select high-impact HIV prevention research and evaluation projects that include measure of uptake, access, and equity in the context of Ending the HIV Epidemic (EHE) programming and the impact of COVID-19 and the related response.

• Oversee the development and maintenance of project and data management systems across multiple projects.

• Oversee and conduct formative scientific research with community groups applying principles of community-based participatory research.

• Contribute to the development of comprehensive proposals, protocols and evaluation plans for innovative pilot programs and studies.

• Oversee and perform focused reviews of the scientific literature, peer reviewed health journals to inform project proposals, research reports; journal articles and special requests.

• Oversee study protocol materials related to human subjects protections for IRB review at the NYC DOHMH.

• Supervise data analysts and, as needed, student interns and fellows.

• Contribute to narrative and data reporting to federal funders and internal leadership on monitoring and evaluation activities and indicators, in collaboration with Research and Evaluation (R&E) analysts.

• Represent the Program and Bureau on committees and other planning/working groups as needed.

1. For Assignment Level I (only physical, biological and environmental sciences and public health) A master's degree from an accredited college or university with a specialization in an appropriate field of physical, biological or environmental science or in public health.

To be appointed to Assignment Level II and above, candidates must have:

1. 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

2. 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 research experience in the appropriate field of specialization; or

3. Education and/or experience which is equivalent to "1" or "2" above. However, all candidates must have at least a master's degree in an appropriate field of specialization and at least two years of experience described in "2" above. Two years as a City Research Scientist Level I can be substituted for the experience required in "1" and "2" above.

NOTE:

Probationary Period

Appointments to this position are subject to a minimum probationary period of one year.

• Preferred candidates will have excellent analytic skills and reasoning.

• Knowledge of HIV Prevention strategies and the specific challenges of monitoring HIV prevention activities.

• At least 5 years of experience in program evaluation and monitoring.

• Strong written and oral communication skills.

• Experience disseminating findings through presentations and scientific manuscripts.

• Outstanding working knowledge of SAS, as well as Excel and other MS Office software.

• Proficiency in ArcGIS and/or Tableau.

• a general appreciation for data quality.

• Essential that the candidate have proven experience and expertise in evaluation/scientific research planning, implementation, analysis and reporting using quantitative data.

• An ability to work with a diverse staff of scientists, clinicians, and program managers within the Health Department as well as with other stakeholders including community members.

• All Research and evaluation Unit staff members are expected to maintain multiple projects simultaneously and function effectively both independently and as part of a team.

• This position requires substantial prior training and/or applied work in public health research.

**IMPORTANT NOTES TO ALL CANDIDATES:

Please note: If you are called for an interview you will be required to bring to your interview copies of original documentation, such as:

• A document that establishes identity for employment eligibility, such as: A Valid U.S. Passport, Permanent Resident Card/Green Card, or Driver’s license. 

• Proof of Education according to the education requirements of the civil service title. 

• Current Resume  

• Proof of Address/NYC Residency dated within the last 60 days, such as: Recent Utility Bill (i.e. Telephone, Cable, Mobile Phone)

Additional documentation may be required to evaluate your qualification as outlined in this posting’s “Minimum Qualification Requirements” section. Examples of additional documentation may be, but not limited to: college transcript, experience verification or professional trade licenses.

If after your interview you are the selected candidate you will be contacted to schedule an on-boarding appointment.  By the time of this appointment you will be asked to produce the originals of the above documents along with your original Social Security card.

**LOAN FORGIVENESS

The federal government provides student loan forgiveness through its Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program (PSLF) to all qualifying public service employees. Working with the DOHMH qualifies you as a public service employee and you may be able to take advantage of this program while working full-time and meeting the program’s other requirements. 

Please visit the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program site to view the eligibility requirements:

https://studentaid.ed.gov/sa/repay-loans/forgiveness-cancellation/public-service

"FINAL APPOINTMENTS ARE SUBJECT TO OFFICE OF MANAGEMENT & BUDGET APPROVAL”

Apply online with a cover letter to https://a127-jobs.nyc.gov/. In the Job ID search bar, enter: job ID number # 462193.

We appreciate the interest and thank all applicants who apply, but only those candidates under consideration will be contacted.

The NYC Health Department is committed to recruiting and retaining a diverse and culturally responsive workforce. We strongly encourage people of color, people with disabilities, veterans, women, and lesbian, gay, bisexual, and transgender and gender non-conforming persons to apply.

All applicants will be considered without regard to actual or perceived race, color, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, marital or parental status, disability, sex, gender identity or expression, age, prior record of arrest; or any other basis prohibited by law.

NOTE: This position is open to qualified persons with a disability who are eligible for the 55-a Program. Please indicate in your resume that you would like to be considered for the position under the 55-a Program.

New York City residency is generally required within 90 days of appointment. However, City Employees in certain titles who have worked for the City for 2 continuous years may also be eligible to reside in Nassau, Suffolk, Putnam, Westchester, Rockland, or Orange County. To determine if the residency requirement applies to you, please discuss with the agency representative at the time of interview.

POSTING DATE04/27/2021

POST UNTIL08/25/2021

The City of New York is an Equal Opportunity Employer