Research Analyst Health Promotion Prevention

Full job description Initial Posting Date:
04/04/2024 Application Deadline:
04/18/2024 Agency:
Oregon Health Authority Salary Range:
$4,755 - $7,296 Position Type:
Employee Position Title:
Research Analyst 3, Health Promotion & Chronic Disease Prevention (2 Positions) –Portland, OR (Hybrid) Job Description:
The Oregon Health Authority (OHA), Public Health Division (PHD), Health Promotion and Chronic Disease Prevention
section in Portland, Oregon, is currently seeking to fill two Research Analyst 3 positions within the section: one for a Tobacco Research Analyst and another for a Healthy Aging and Self-Management Research Analyst. The Tobacco Research Analyst plans and directs the gathering, compiling, analyzing, and reporting of statistical data relevant to tobacco in Oregon, specifically morbidity and mortality data and data related to tobacco use among Oregonians. This position supports the improvement of public health surveillance systems for chronic diseases and their risk factors and the evaluation of program work.
The Healthy Aging and Self-Management Research Analyst plans and directs the gathering, compiling, analyzing, and reporting of statistical data relevant to healthy aging, physical activity, and nutrition in Oregon, specifically morbidity and mortality data and data related to Alzheimer's Disease or related dementia, physical activity, and nutrition among Oregonians. This position supports the improvement of public health surveillance systems for chronic diseases and their risk factors and the evaluation of program work.
Both positions are full-time, permanent, classified positions and are represented by a union. This recruitment may be used to establish a list of qualified candidates to fill current or future vacancies.
The Oregon Health Authority is committed to:
Eliminating health inequities in Oregon by 2030
Becoming an anti-racist organization
Developing and promoting culturally and linguistically appropriate programs, and
Developing and retaining a diverse, inclusive, and equitable workforce that represents the diversity, cultures, strengths, and values of the people of Oregon.
What will you do?
As the Tobacco Research Analyst, you will assist in the planning, developing, and implementing of survey instruments, analyze data from multiple sources, and generate reports and graphics as needed by program staff and others. In addition, you will assist in developing surveillance and evaluation systems to track better risk factors for tobacco, cessation, and other chronic diseases, help analyze the data collected, and support program and process evaluation efforts.
As the Healthy Aging and Self-Management Research Analyst, you will assist in the planning, developing, and implementing of survey instruments, analyze data from multiple sources, and generate reports and graphics as needed by program staff and others. In addition, you will assist in developing surveillance and evaluation systems to track better risk factors for Alzheimer's Disease or related dementia, physically inactive and poor nutrition, and other chronic diseases, help analyze the data collected, and support program process evaluation efforts.
What's in it for you?
The public health division is a team of passionate individuals working to promote health across the lifespan of individuals, families, and communities. We value and support unique perspectives using a trauma-informed approach and aim to reflect these values in our hiring practices, professional development, and workplace. We are committed to racial equity as a driving factor to improve health outcomes for all communities that experience inequities.
We offer exceptional medical, vision and dental benefit packages
for you and your qualified family members with minimal out-of-pocket costs (member cost share is as low as 1% - 5%). Try this free virtual benefits counselor by clicking here: Paid Leave Days:
11 paid holidays each year.
3 additional paid personal business days each year.
8 hours of paid sick leave accrued each month.
8 hours of vacation leave accrued each month with increases every 5 years.
Pension and Retirement
plans. After six months of service, you may qualify for the Public Employee Retirement System (PERS). New employees may be enrolled in the Oregon Public Service Retirement Plan (OPSRP)
. Student Loan Forgiveness; Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF)
opportunity. The PSLF program may forgive student loan balances after you've made the equivalent of 120 qualifying monthly payments. Optional benefits include short-term disability, long-term disability, deferred compensation savings program, and flexible spending accounts for health care and childcare expenses.
Continuous growth and development opportunities.
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to learn more and access a summary
of State of Oregon benefits. Minimum Qualifications:
A bachelor's degree in public health, health education, or a related degree that included six-quarter units in statistics or quantitative analysis methods and procedures, AND one year of research experience using computerized applications to independently gather, compile, and analyze data and prepare narrative or statistical reports;
OR
A master's degree in public health, health education, or a related degree that included six-quarter units in statistics or quantitative analysis methods and procedures;
OR
Four years of research experience in a public health-related field using computerized applications to independently gather, compile, and analyze data and prepare narrative or statistical reports.
Desired Attributes:
Experience working with chronic disease and/or risk factors surveillance.
Experience planning, designing, coordinating, and implementing surveillance and evaluation projects.
Experience supporting continuous quality improvement processes.
Experience monitoring data collection and data entry to ensure quality control.
Experience interpreting and presenting data via summary tables, graphs, charts, presentations, and reports to various audiences.
Experience interpreting and applying policies, practices, and procedures relative to public health.
Experience with grant writing and reporting.
Experience promoting a culturally competent and diverse work environment.
Working Conditions:
The work of this role may be conducted in a hybrid manner where most of the work may be performed remotely with full access to the needed operating systems and technology. There are times that work will need to be conducted onsite, at 800 NE Oregon Street, Portland, Oregon. On occasion, travel that includes some overnight stays (both in-state and out-of-state) to attend meetings and conferences and to make presentations may be required.
Directions to Apply:
Please fill out the online application and submit a resume and cover letter telling us about yourself and how your personal (lived), educational, and/or professional experience qualifies you for this position.
External Applicants: Click the "Apply" button and submit your application. Click this link
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for additional information. Current State of Oregon employees: Apply through your employee Workday account. View this job aid
for assistance. Resources:
This job announcement closes at 11:59 pm (PST) on the close date listed above.
After submitting your application, be sure to respond to the two questions relating to public records request and veterans' preference that immediately follow your submittal. These questions are necessary to complete the application process.
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Visa Sponsorships: Oregon Health Authority (OHA) does not offer VISA sponsorship. Within three days of hire, you will be required to complete the US Department of Homeland Security's I-9 form confirming authorization to work in the United States. OHA is an E-Verify employer and will use E-Verify to confirm that hires are authorized to work in the United States.
Pay Scale: Upon receiving a salary offer, we will conduct a pay equity assessment using the information provided in your application to determine your salary placement upon hire. To ensure a comprehensive evaluation, please make certain your application materials are up-to-date and thorough. Include relevant details such as your work history, education, volunteer work, lived experiences, and any other pertinent information related to the position you are applying for. Please visit the Pay Equity Project
homepage to learn more. The salary listed is at the non-PERS rate. Public Employee Retirement System (PERS) eligible employees will have their base salary increased by 6.95% and will pay the 6% employee contribution to PERS. If you are not yet PERS eligible, the 6.95% pay increase and employee contribution will be effective upon PERS eligibility.
Background Check: If you are offered employment, your offer will be contingent upon the positive outcome of an abuse check, criminal records check, and driving records check. The information will be shared with the Oregon Health Authority (OHA), Office of Human Resources (OHR). Any criminal or founded abuse history will be reviewed and could result in the withdrawal of the offer or termination of employment.
Veterans: If you are a veteran, you may receive veterans' preference points. Click here
for more information about veterans' preference. If you checked that you are a veteran, you will receive a notice in your Workday inbox and will be required to provide your documents at that time. Veterans
| Oregon Department of Veterans Affairs: This recruitment may be used to establish a list of qualified applicants to fill current or future vacancies.
Questions?
If you have questions about the job announcement, would like assistance with the application process, have difficulties applying, or would like to request an accommodation request under the Americans with Disabilities Act, please contact Juan McGruder, HR Analyst, at
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Affirmative Action, Equal Opportunity, and Pay Equity:
The Oregon Health Authority is an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, genetic information, or any other protected class under state or federal law. In addition, we do not discriminate, or screen applicants based on current or past compensation. To learn more about OHA's mission, vision, and core values, click here
. The Oregon Health Authority is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer committed to workforce diversity and anti-racism.