Review Vacancy
TitleResearch Scientist 3 (Health Services Research) – 63306
Occupational CategoryOther Professional Careers
Bargaining UnitPS&T - Professional, Scientific, and Technical (PEF)
Salary RangeFrom $90806 to $114444 Annually
Street Address Office of Health Services Quality and Analytics/Center for Applied Research and Evaluation
Empire State Plaza, Corning Tower,
Minimum Qualifications SG 25 -Bachelor's degree in public health, public administration and policy, epidemiology, statistics, mathematics, social sciences, engineering, health economics, or a related degree. AND Four years of post-degree professional research experience in the appropriate field; OR a Master’s degree in one of the above fields and three years of such experience in the appropriate field; OR Ph.D. in an appropriate field may substitute for an additional year of experience.
Preferred Qualifications: Bachelor's degree in Public Health, Epidemiology, Statistics or a related field and four years of research experience; OR a Master’s degree in Public Health, Epidemiology, Statistics or a related field and three years of such experience; OR a doctorate degree in Public Health, Epidemiology, Statistics or a related field and two years of research experience.
Master’s degree in Public Health, Epidemiology, Statistics or a related field. Advanced Statistical Analysis Software (SAS)/Structured Query Language (SQL) programming skills. Experience in data management and/or analysis using large databases. Familiarity with quality measures used in primary care. Experience with or knowledge of New York State public health insurance programs. Experience with Access and/or Excel.
Duties Description The RS3 will be assigned to the Bureau of Quality Measurement and Evaluation in the Center for Applied Research and Evaluation. The mid-level researcher will work for the Bureau of Quality Measurement and Evaluation to help the Office meet its expanding responsibilities to promote health care quality and patient safety through a variety of data-driven means including research, evaluation, and health information analysis. The RS3 will serve as the Care Management Unit Director, leading the collection and reporting of quality and care management data, independent original research studies and supervising lower level staff. Care Management encompasses Medicaid Health Home, Health Plan, and social care needs care management programs and the Research Scientist 3 must investigate and track the quality of their care to help set priorities for future policy. The mid-level researcher will work for the Assistant Director of the Bureau of Quality Measurement and Evaluation to help the office meet its expanding responsibilities to promote health care quality and patient safety through a variety of data-driven means including research, evaluation, and health information analysis.
The incumbent will supervise two Research Scientists and ultimately be responsible for the deliverables of the Care Management Unit. The mid-level researcher will use statistical techniques, such as logistic regression, to lead the development of answers to research questions using administrative data. This includes development of research and analytical plans, overseeing the coordination with data managers, and conducting appropriate methods. This may also include more straightforward techniques to link members from different data sources, assess different data sources, and validate outputs. The RS3 will lead and oversee data collection that leads to reports that are circulated internally and to external stakeholders.
Additional Comments Work hours and telecommuting availability (50% maximum) for this position will be discussed during the interview process, and are subject to operational needs and the telecommuting application process.
We offer a work-life balance and a generous benefits package, worth 65% of salary, including:
• Holiday & Paid Time Off
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF)
• Pension from New York State Employees’ Retirement System
• Shift & Geographic pay differentials
• Affordable Health Care options
• Family dental and vision benefits at no additional cost
• NYS Deferred Compensation plan
• Access to NY 529 and NY ABLE College Savings Programs, and U.S. Savings Bonds
• And many more...
For new State employees appointed to graded positions, the annual salary is the hiring rate (beginning of the Salary Range) of the position. Promotion salaries are calculated by the NYS Office of the State Comptroller in accordance with NYS Civil Service Law, OSC Payroll rules and regulations and negotiated union contracts.
The NYS Department of Health is committed to making New York a safer, healthier, and more equitable place to live. Understanding health equity, social determinants of health and health disparities is critical to accomplish our goal of eliminating health disparities. For more information on the NYS Department of Health’s Mission, Vision, Values and Strategic Plan, please visit: https://health.ny.gov/commissioner/index.htm
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Name Human Resources Management Group - LAK/RS3/63306
Email Address resume@health.ny.gov
Address
Room 2217
Notes on ApplyingPlease submit your resume and cover letter as one (1) document, preferably in PDF format, by email to resume@health.ny.gov, with Reference LAK/RS3/63306 included in the subject line or by mail to Human Resources Management Group, LAK/RS3/63306, Rm 2217, Corning Tower Building, Empire State Plaza, Albany, NY 12237-0012, or by fax to (518) 473-3395. Failure to include the required information may result in your resume not being considered for this position.